Sustainability strategies in the construction industry: implications on Green Growth in Nigeria

Tunji-Olayeni, P .F; Mosaku, T. O.; Oyeyipo, Opeyemi; Afolabi, A.O.

doi:10.1088/1755-1315/146/1/012004

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“…The perception of these project participants about sustainable construction and their ability to use the same is crucial for the implementation and wide adoption of sustainable construction. Furthermore, sustainability policies are necessary for the implementation of sustainable construction (Tunji-Olayeni et al , 2018, 2019b). Effective policy instruments that deliver desired transformations are vital for the implementation of the green/sustainability agenda (Altenburg and Rodrik, 2017; Kemp and Never, 2017).…”

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Practitioners' experiences with the drivers and practices for implementing sustainable construction in Nigeria: a qualitative assessment

Tunji-Olayeni

Kajimo‐Shakantu

Osunrayi

2020

SASBE

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PurposeThe purpose of this study is to assess the drivers, practices and policies for implementing sustainable construction in Nigeria. This is with a view towards increasing the rate of implementation and diffusion of sustainable construction practice, so that more Nigerians can benefit from its environmental, social and economic dividends.Design/methodology/approachThis study adopted a qualitative research design with the use of face-to-face oral interviews. Interviewees were selected using a purposive sampling technique. Data from the interview were analysed using thematic analysis. Descriptive statistics of frequencies, percentages and rankings were also used to present the data and complement the thematic analysis.FindingsThe study identified five major drivers of sustainable construction: clients' demand, international pressure, corporate social responsibility, competitiveness and cost-effectiveness. The common sustainable practices adopted by the interviewees are compliance with health and safety regulation, waste management, energy efficiency and material reuse. The most appropriate policies for implementing sustainable construction as suggested by the interviewees were government regulations, provision of tax relief and subsidies and public awareness. A combination of regulatory policies, market-based policies and voluntary participation of stakeholders will enhance the attainment of sustainability transformations in the construction industryOriginality/valueThe study is based on the findings of construction participants who have practical experience with sustainable construction in Nigeria. The study also provides empirical evidences which could guide the design and implementation of policies that will further promote the diffusion of sustainable construction in Nigeria

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Practitioners' experiences with the drivers and practices for implementing sustainable construction in Nigeria: a qualitative assessment

Tunji-Olayeni

Kajimo‐Shakantu

Osunrayi

2020

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“…The construction industry and manufacturing industries are major drivers of development nevertheless activities from these industries add considerably to pollution and unmaintainable ingestion of depleting natural resources. Green growth alternatively, is an innovative growth which influences businesses to adopt eco-friendly friendly activities [25].…”

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Sustainable Business Practices by Nigerian Organizations

Iheanachor¹

2021

Sustainable Organizations - Models, Applications, and New Perspectives

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Sustainability is the lifeline of any organization and it begins with its people. This paper investigates the sustainable business practices of Nigerian organizations. The pillars of sustainability, economic, social and environmental, have been linked to improve business performance when entrenched into long term strategies of a business. To address the challenges of power supply, multiple taxation, pollution and waste management faced in the business environment, it is imperative to develop solutions that will not compromise future needs yet meeting the needs of the present. Recycling, recovery and reuse, safe work initiatives, continuous learning are strategies businesses can adopt to reduce environmental waste, social and economic issues. For this purpose, this chapter examines sustainability practices of businesses from selected industries; construction, manufacturing, banking and hospitality industries were selected based on availability of sustainability reports of industry leaders. This research is expected to help business managers and policy makers understand sustainable business practices and its implications on business performance.

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“…Studies by some researcher cover the lack of awareness of Sustainable construction by built environment industry stakeholders and pubic investors as a major impediment to its application in Nigeria, among others (Abisuga, A O;Oyekanmi, 2014;Aghimien et al, 2018;Dalibi et al, 2017;Nduka & Ogunsanmi, 2015;Tunji-Olayeni et al, 2018). Several other kinds of research related to the application of sustainable construction in Nigeria focused severally on barriers/ challenges confronting it from several perspectives (Aghimien et al, 2018(Aghimien et al, , 2019Ametepey et al, 2015;Davies et al, 2017;Djokoto et al, 2014;Yusuf et al, 2019).…”

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Applicability of Sustainable Construction in Nigeria Infrastructure Projects-Empirical Study of The Six Geopolitical Zones

Adindu¹,

Musa²,

Nwajagu³

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CSID-JID

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Sustainability strategies in the construction industry: implications on Green Growth in Nigeria

Cited by 20 publications

References 7 publications

Practitioners' experiences with the drivers and practices for implementing sustainable construction in Nigeria: a qualitative assessment

Practitioners' experiences with the drivers and practices for implementing sustainable construction in Nigeria: a qualitative assessment

Sustainable Business Practices by Nigerian Organizations

Applicability of Sustainable Construction in Nigeria Infrastructure Projects-Empirical Study of The Six Geopolitical Zones

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