Life cycle cost analysis (LCCA) of construction projects: sustainability perspective

Altaf, Muhammad; Alaloul, Wesam Salah; Musarat, Muhammad Ali; Qureshi, Abdul Hannan

doi:10.1007/s10668-022-02579-x

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“…LCCA, on the other hand, assesses the total cost of a project over its entire life cycle, considering various cost components from the initial investment to disposal. It recognizes the importance of optimizing the entire LCC for making informed decisions during the design and planning stages [24,25]. Focusing solely on upfront expenses has been a common practice during the design phase of housing projects [26].…”

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A Multi-Objective Optimization Method for the Design of a Sustainable House in Ecuador by Assessing LCC and LCEI

Chen,

Gallardo

2023

Sustainability

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The building industry significantly contributes to global warming, driving the demand for sustainable construction and green buildings. However, barriers like cost concerns and limited knowledge persist. Previous studies have used multi-objective optimization (MOO) to minimize life cycle cost and environmental impact, often emphasizing energy efficiency. In equatorial climates, unique factors like material selection must be considered. This study assesses the cost-effectiveness of sustainable materials, focusing on envelope materials in Ecuador. The case study is a single-family house in the equatorial climate, optimized using Building Information Modeling (BIM), Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), and Life Cycle Cost Analysis (LCCA). In this study, a MOO process using the weighted sum approach (WSA) identifies sustainable house designs. The sustainable houses achieve a 98% decrease in Ozone Depletion Potential, a 75% reduction in Global Warming Potential, and a 45% drop in Primary Energy Demand, although they still incur a 30% increased cost. The results offer a foundation for cost-effective, eco-friendly housing solutions. Bamboo emerges as a promising material with local acceptance. This research highlights the significance of material selection in sustainable construction and provides a replicable approach for diverse settings. It aims to promote sustainable housing solutions in Ecuador and beyond.

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A Multi-Objective Optimization Method for the Design of a Sustainable House in Ecuador by Assessing LCC and LCEI

Chen,

Gallardo

2023

Sustainability

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“…[41] IR Life cycle assessment helps in predicting construction wastes. [7] IR Block chain implementation helps to avoid any miscommunications and manage processes. [41] IR Drones help in collecting digital data from sites and helps in continuous monitoring to avoid errors.…”

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“…However, the construction industry is an essential segment of a country's economy and is essential for providing public and private infrastructure [7,8]. Furthermore, it provides 5-10% of the population with employment opportunities [9] and accounts for 10% of the country's economic growth as well [10].…”

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Efficient Construction Waste Management: A Solution through Industrial Revolution (IR) 4.0 Evaluated by AHP

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Construction waste management is a global concern not only because it impacts the financial efficiency of construction projects, but also because of its negative influence on the environment. The construction industry is a major contributor to environmental pollution due to its carbon footprint and greenhouse gas emissions. Thus, effective construction waste management solutions are required for sustainable development by preventing material waste. Hence, this study employed the Analytical Hierarchy Process to prioritize the possible construction waste, factors leading to its generation and the most effective IR 4.0 solution. A questionnaire was constructed, and after refinement, it was then distributed among the engineers, contractors, professors, and other industry professionals. The results from the analysis provide us with the list of factors ranked on their comparative weightage and score. The wastage of cement due to moisture is found to be the highest ranked potential waste. Moreover, changes in orders by the client are termed as the most highly ranked cause of rework and material wastage. Similarly, the Industrial Building Systems are the best solution for efficient construction waste management that Industrial Revolution 4.0 can provide. The results of this study can help to enhance project control by providing information on possible construction wastes and the factors that lead to their generation.

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The influencing factors developing PDCA model to achieve sustainability of area-based infrastructure project evaluation (AIPE)

Aksorn,

Tuntiratananon,

Phansri

2024

Environ Dev Sustain

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Life cycle cost analysis (LCCA) of construction projects: sustainability perspective

Cited by 12 publications

References 129 publications

A Multi-Objective Optimization Method for the Design of a Sustainable House in Ecuador by Assessing LCC and LCEI

A Multi-Objective Optimization Method for the Design of a Sustainable House in Ecuador by Assessing LCC and LCEI

Efficient Construction Waste Management: A Solution through Industrial Revolution (IR) 4.0 Evaluated by AHP

The influencing factors developing PDCA model to achieve sustainability of area-based infrastructure project evaluation (AIPE)

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