Researchers from Near East University Faculties of Architecture and Landscape Architecture assessed the sustainable green building awareness within Kano State, focusing on the Gwale local government area. The research, combining primary and secondary data, employs a comprehensive approach involving descriptive and quantitative analyses utilizing BREAM and LEAD evaluation standards. The study distributed 251 questionnaires randomly selected from various locations in the Gwale Yan-Alawa ward, aiming to assess perceptions and understand the implementation of green building practices.
The findings underscore the significance of green building initiatives in Nigeria. Notably, the research identifies existing green building structures in Kano State and conducts a detailed analysis of a selected case study. Moreover, it emphasizes the crucial role of green building in achieving global sustainability, emphasizing its pivotal contribution to meeting basic human needs and supporting life on Earth.
Through the questionnaire evaluation, the study reveals encouraging results regarding the perception of green building users in Kano State. The feedback indicates that green buildings effectively meet user needs, providing essential elements for human survival and shelter. Furthermore, the research highlights a high level of awareness among respondents regarding the advantages of green building, signifying a readiness among the populace to adopt and integrate green practices into the country’s construction landscape.
Importantly, the research identifies both drivers and barriers influencing the development of green building practices. Drivers encompass the utilization of local construction materials, renewable energy sources, energy-efficient appliances, government incentives, and sustainable construction techniques. Conversely, barriers include the prevalence of expensive conventional building practices, reliance on imported construction materials, and the use of high-energy-consuming devices and fossil fuels. These findings categorize drivers and barriers across economic, cultural, social, and environmental sustainability spheres.
The research emphasizes the imperative for Nigerian national-level interventions, advocating for public awareness programs, incentives, and subsidies to promote green building construction. Such measures will not only bolster economic growth but also foster environmental sustainability, aligning with Nigeria’s aspirations for sustainable development and contributing to global sustainability goals.
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