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Factors affecting the implementation of green specifications in construction
Patrick T I Lam1, Edwin H W Chan, C S Poon
1Department of Building & Real Estate, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Kowloon, Hong Kong. bsplam@polyu.edu.hk
Journal of Environmental Management
|October 27, 2009
Summary
Successful green construction specifications depend on factors like technology, reliability, leadership, stakeholder involvement, and guidance systems. Stakeholder input and green technology are particularly crucial for effective sustainable building practices.
Area of Science:
- Construction Management
- Sustainable Building Practices
- Green Specifications
Background:
- Green specifications are critical components of sustainable construction.
- Evolving sustainability requirements and construction management priorities accelerate the development of green specifications.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify key factors contributing to the successful preparation of green specifications in Hong Kong.
- To analyze stakeholder differences in specifying construction work within the context of green building.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional survey of 20 variables related to sustainable construction was conducted.
- Mann-Whitney U-test was employed to detect differences among stakeholder groups.
- Factor analysis was used to categorize independent factors for successful green construction specification.
Main Results:
- Five independent factors for successful green construction specification were identified: green technology, specification reliability, leadership, stakeholder involvement, and benchmarking systems.
- Green technology and stakeholder involvement were found to be generally more important factors.
- Different stakeholder groups exhibited varying emphases on these factors.
Conclusions:
- The study provides a framework for enhancing the success of green construction specifications.
- Understanding stakeholder perspectives is vital for tailoring effective green building strategies.
- The identified factors offer practical guidance for improving sustainability in construction projects.
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