Factors for the adoption of green building specifications in China

Abstract

Purpose-Green building specifications, areas some of the most important strategies for energy saving, and describe the best practice in the field of sustainable construction. They have great effects on resource saving and environmental protection. The demand of sustainable construction has spurred the emerging and development of green building specifications. However, there are many factors that affect the adoption of green building specifications in China. Therefore, the purpose of this paper is to investigate the factors that affect exert influence on the adoption of green building specifications in China. Design/methodology/approach-Based on the comprehensive literature review, a questionnaire survey has been conducted to with major stakeholders in the construction area to identify issues concerning the adoption of green building specifications in China. 18 variables that affect the adoption of green building specifications were summarizedspecifications in were summarized. Then, in this study, uses factor analysis and the mean score method are adopted to analyze 18 variables which were got obtained from the questionnaire. Findings-By Using using the rank analysis and factor analysis, the variables have been ranked, analyzed and categorized into five independent factors that are. They are summarized as (1) green technology and techniques, (2) awareness and attitude, (3) policies and regulations, (4) marketmarkets, and (5) economics. Besides, in This this study, provides a variable reference is provided for policy makers to put forward focused policies and incentives for green building specifications implementation and industry practitioners to better understand green understand of green building specifications adoption in China. Originality/value-This paper makes a contribution to the understanding of the factors that affect the adoption of green building specifications in China. The results can also contribute to better adoption of green building specifications in other developing countries.

Factors Influencing the Non-Adoption of Green Building Specifications in Klang Valley Malaysia

“…This was supported by Darko et al (2017) who have done similar research and found out that this factor is the highest ranked barrier to green building adoption in United States. However, this result was contrast with another similar study by Wang et al (2018a), who claiming that this factor was the lowest ranked influential factor of the adoption of green building specifications in China. Thus, it could be inferred that the significance of this factor was varied in accordance to different geographical locations the study conducted.…”

“…There are several statistics indicating the massive consumption or usage of resources in other countries due to development of construction industry. In China, Wang et al (2018a) stated that forty percent steel and cement in the world, amounted to 2 billion m 3 will be used by new buildings. They also stated that China is the second largest building energy user in the world.…”

“…There are several previous studies have been conducted in accordance to the adoption of green buildings specifications in construction industry. For instance, Wang et al (2018a) studied and evaluated the factors for adoption of green building specifications in China. They found that the six factors that contribute to the adoption were green technology, awareness ABSTRACT -Construction industry plays a pivotal role in driving economic growth and bringing more job opportunities.…”

“…of GB adoptionWang et al (2018a),Darko et al (2018),Shi et al (2013),Hwang (2018),Hwang et al (2017b),Lam et al (2009),Samari et al (2013),Chan et al (2016) F02Higher cost pressure without the benefits of economies of scaleWang et al (2018a),Darko et al (2017),Hwang (2018),Hwang et al (2017b),Elias and Chong (2015, Samari et al (2013),Chan et al (2016) F03Lack of market demand on green buildingsWang et al (2018a),Darko et al (2018),Hwang (2018),Hwang et al (2017b),Elias and Chong (2015),Samari et al (2013),Potbhare et al (2009), Chan et al(2016) F04Limited support from the senior management for GS adoptionsWang et al (2018a), Darko et al (2018), Shi et al (2013), Hwang (2018), Hwang et al (2017b), Elias and Chong (2015), Lam et al (2009), Potbhare et al (2009), Chan et al (2016) F05 Lack of local R&D institutes and services Wang et al (2018a), Simpeh and Smallwood (2015), Darko et al (2018), Shi et al (2013), Elias and Chong (2015), Samari et al (2013), Potbhare et al (2009), Chan et al (2016) F06 Unfamiliarity with green technologies Wang et al (2018a), Simpeh and Smallwood (2015), Darko et al (2018), Shi et al (2013), Hwang (2018), Hwang et al (2017b), Elias and Chong (2015), Lam et al (2009), Samari et al (2013), Potbhare et al (2009), Chan et al (2016) F07 Conflicts with aesthetic issues Wang et al (2018a), Shi et al (2013), Lam et al (2009) F08 Poor reliability and quality of specifications Wang et al (2018a), Simpeh and Smallwood (2015), Darko et al (2018), Shi et al (2013), Elias and Chong (2015), Lam et al (2009), Samari et al (2013), Potbhare et al (2009), Chan et al (2016) F09 Incomplete legal framework issues Wang et al (2018a), Darko et al (2018), Hwang (2018), Hwang et al (2017b), Samari et al (2013), Potbhare et al (2009), Chan et al (2016) F10 Lack of governmental regulations and incentives Wang et al (2018a), Simpeh and Smallwood (2015), Darko et al (2018), Shi et al (2013), Hwang (2018), Hwang et al (2017b), Elias and Chong (2015), Samari et al (2013), Potbhare et al (2009), Chan et al (2016) F11 Inadequate green material supply chain Wang et al (2018a), Simpeh and Smallwood (2015), Darko et al (2018), Shi et al (2013), Lam et al (2009), Samari et al (2013), Potbhare et al (2009), Chan et al (2016) F12 Lack of benchmarking system Wang et al (2018a), Darko et al (2018), Hwang (2018), Hwang et al (2017b), Samari et al (2013), Potbhare et al (2009), Chan et al (2016) F13 Lack of technology and testing institutes for green specifications Wang et al (2018a), Simpeh and Smallwood (2015), Darko et al (2018), Shi et al (2013), Elias and Chong (2015), Samari et a...…”

Cyber-Physical Systems In Construction For Sustainable Urban Development

“…The most interesting goal for the construction industry is the goal of sustainable development of cities and settlements, to achieve which there is already a good reserve, for example, scientists around the world have done a lot of research works in the field of energy and resource conservation. That fact is confirmed by a lot of publications in different countries [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8].…”