Addy, M N; Dadzoe, F; Kwofie, T E; Aigbavboa, C and Simons, B (2024) Innovative green construction adoption in Ghana: Architects' perspectives from theory of planned behaviour. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, 14(5), pp. 782-797. ISSN 2044-124X
Abstract
Purpose: Climate change and global warming are two major ecological concerns. The construction industry has instituted measures such as green construction in response to these concerns. This study seeks to assess the views of architects on the uptake of innovative green construction (IGC) in Ghana. Design/methodology/approach: This study applies the theory of planned behaviour (TPB) to investigate the factors influencing the decision to adopt IGC. A structured questionnaire was issued to architects who have been involved in the design and/or construction of green buildings in Ghana. The dataset was obtained from 61 architects and Partial Least Square was used to analyse the data. Findings: The results show that two TPB factors; attitude and perceived behavioural control are significant determinants of architects' intention to adopt IGC. Interestingly, behavioural intention did not have an influence on the actual behaviour of IGC adoption. However, perceived behavioural control had a significant impact on the actual adoption of IGC. Practical implications: Contextually, the findings of the study will contribute to policy development and marketing of various green innovation within the Ghanaian construction milieu. Practically, the study will help encourage stakeholders to build the right capacity and competence towards the uptake of IGC. Originality/value: The originality of the paper is based on the theoretical framework underpinning the study and the target respondents as the unit of analysis in assessing the full uptake of IGC in Ghana. The utility of the model evinces the role behavioural changes play in ecological development.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | architect; Ghana; green building; innovation; theory of planned behaviour; questionaire survey |
| Index terms: | marketing, architect, questionnaire, green building, methodology, competence, climate change, planned behaviour, construction industry, partial least square, determinant, dataset, behavioural change, survey, global warming, Ghana |
| Subjects: | climate science, business, data collection methods, risk assessment, profession, personnel development, Geography, research methods, design practice, behavioral psychology, statistical analysis, industry analysis, data management |
| Topics: | Sustainability, Risk Management, Roles and Professions, Research Practice, Geographical Context, Business Strategy, Human Resources, Design Practice, Digital Applications |
| Descriptive scope: | 5 PCTEA |
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