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This book describes the development of a system dynamics-based
model that can capture the future trajectories of housing energy
and carbon emissions. It approaches energy and carbon emissions in
the housing sector as a complex socio-technical problem involving
the analysis of intrinsic interrelationships among dwellings,
occupants and the environment. Based on an examination of the UK
housing sector but with relevance worldwide, the book demonstrates
how the systems dynamics simulation can be used as a learning
laboratory regarding future trends in housing energy and carbon
emissions. The authors employ a pragmatic research strategy,
involving the collection of both qualitative and quantitative data
to develop a model. The book enriches readers' understanding of the
complexity involved in housing energy and carbon emissions from a
systems-thinking perspective. As such, it will be of interest to
researchers in the fields of architectural engineering, housing
studies and climate change, while also appealing to industry
practitioners and policymakers specializing in housing energy.
This book takes a pragmatic approach to develop the competitive
advantage of indigenous construction firms in the Global South,
using Ghana as a case study. It provides readers with two major
practical insights. The first focuses on the theoretical
underpinning of firms' competitive advantage and develops a
competitive advantage model for indigenous construction firms. This
competitive advantage conceptual framework aids in explaining the
main and sub-attributes underpinning the competitive advantage of
indigenous construction firms as well as providing the basis for
assessing a firm's competitiveness. Secondly, it highlights and
addresses theoretical gaps in existing competitive advantage
studies deemed essential for indigenous construction firms.
Finally, a detailed two-stage Delphi study in the Ghanaian
construction industry is presented as a case study. The book is
therefore of interest to researchers in construction management,
strategic management, civil engineering, business administration,
marketing, entrepreneurial and economic studies. It is an essential
manual for owners and managers of construction businesses. It is
also useful for government departments and non-governmental
agencies seeking innovative ways to develop the capacity of
indigenous firms and/or contractors to make them more responsive to
competitive bidding scenarios, delivery of projects, and satisfying
the needs of the industry's stakeholders.
This book describes the development of a system dynamics-based
model that can capture the future trajectories of housing energy
and carbon emissions. It approaches energy and carbon emissions in
the housing sector as a complex socio-technical problem involving
the analysis of intrinsic interrelationships among dwellings,
occupants and the environment. Based on an examination of the UK
housing sector but with relevance worldwide, the book demonstrates
how the systems dynamics simulation can be used as a learning
laboratory regarding future trends in housing energy and carbon
emissions. The authors employ a pragmatic research strategy,
involving the collection of both qualitative and quantitative data
to develop a model. The book enriches readers' understanding of the
complexity involved in housing energy and carbon emissions from a
systems-thinking perspective. As such, it will be of interest to
researchers in the fields of architectural engineering, housing
studies and climate change, while also appealing to industry
practitioners and policymakers specializing in housing energy.
Nearly 1.6 billion people worldwide are living in inadequate
conditions, according to a recent United Nations report. Local
authorities are running out of ways to tackle the increasing
challenges of affordable housing. In South Africa, this issue is
compounded by historical apartheid’s spatial segregation.
However, mixed-income housing has proven an effective strategy for
alleviating the concentrated poverty that marginalizes certain
communities. Functioning as a toolkit for inclusive urban planning,
Mixed-Income Housing Development Planning Strategies and Frameworks
in the Global South evaluates how this framework meets specific
socio-economic goals as opposed taking a broad overview of
development. Exploring the relevant policies, planning, and
legislation that have guided human settlements in South Africa, the
authors consider how to best combat residential segregation,
informal settlements, and the exclusive allocation of public
housing units to the poorest of the poor. Additional case studies
from the USA, Australia, Netherlands, Brazil, Nigeria, Botswana,
and Ghana compare emerging building strategies and their benefits,
including spatial integration, improved access to social services
and other infrastructure, and the promotion of local economic
development (LED). Mixed-income housing development has been
described as the only way to confront increasing urban poverty and
segregation in our built environment. Analysing past projects and
focusing on future trends and trajectories, this book acts as both
a model for understanding the planning and management of this
framework, and a foundation for future research.
Seven of the seventeen United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
(UNSDGs) are directly related to sustainable infrastructure
development. The majority of sectors, including the road
infrastructure sector, are under intense pressure to find
financially feasible, socially acceptable, and environmentally
conscientious project outcomes or techniques that will result in
sustainable road infrastructure development (SRID). Sustainable
Road Infrastructure Project Implementation in Developing Countries
presents a model for implementing sustainable road infrastructure
projects in developing countries. Providing readers with
comprehensive theoretical and practical directions on implementing
sustainable road infrastructure projects in developing countries
successfully, the authors discuss the factors which influence the
implementation of sustainable road infrastructure projects,
including the drivers, barriers, benefits, and determinants of
sustainable road project implementation. The model offers road
infrastructure stakeholders with a precise and functional tool that
promotes collaboration, common language and comprehension,
engagement and interaction among all individuals and institutions
involved in SRIP implementation. It is beneficial to both
professionals and scholars, in the area of architecture; building
technology; civil engineering; sustainable/green construction and
other disciplines in the built industry.
South Africa is one of the countries in the world that has
delivered the highest number of houses to the poor through various
delivery mechanisms. This was done to fulfil her vision of adequate
housing for all, as reflected in the National Housing Policy
framework. Over the last seventeen years, the African National
Congress led government has vigorously ensured that essential
services were made available to advance the lives of the people.
Since 1994 about 3 million houses have been delivered, providing
more than 13 million people with secure homes. One of the housing
strategies, as contained in the National Housing Policy is to
provide subsidy assistance to low income groups to enable them to
become home owners and improve their quality of life. The Housing
Subsidy Scheme, has to date helped reduce the housing backlog. This
publication advances knowledge on the post occupancy experience of
housing subsidy beneficiaries, by exploring what beneficiaries do
with the subsidized houses; if the subsidized houses have improved
their lives etc. At a general level, the study contributes to
efforts at improving low-income housing delivery in South Africa.
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