Assessing the adequacy and sustainability performance of multi-family residential buildings in Anambra State, Nigeria

Okoye, Peter Uchenna; Ngwu, Chukwuemeka

doi:10.1016/j.regsus.2021.01.003

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“…Studies that have examined specific cases concerning their social sustainability have used a range of methods, including SAW [7,18], AHP [64,66,[71][72][73][74], the decision-making trial and evaluation laboratory (DEMATEL) [10], descriptive analysis [59,75,76], social network analysis (SNA) [46,77], the analytic network process (ANP) [50], factor analysis [51,58], and machine-learning techniques [78]. In some other cases, the selected studies have avoided formal methods altogether, opting instead to evaluate the case according to selected criteria [45,61].…”

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confidence: 99%

“…This complex facet can be measured using a variety of criteria, each highlighting a different dimension of the influence of innovation. Financial investment in pioneering projects serves as one possible metric [75] and demonstrates the organization's commitment to pushing beyond the boundaries of conventional practices. On the other hand, the percentage of innovative products can be indicative of a company's forward-thinking approach, emphasizing tangible outcomes [64].…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Post-construction, social sustainability involves monitoring and evaluating the social performance of the built environment, by ensuring that it continues to meet the community's [52,58,75] and final user's [15,51,58,67,68,71,72,75,76] needs. This may include assessing the provision of social infrastructure, such as affordable housing, schools, and healthcare facilities [15,71,76], as well as evaluating the project's long-term impact on local economies, cultural heritage, and social cohesion [15,51].…”

Section: Social Sustainability Criteria and Metricsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…This may include assessing the provision of social infrastructure, such as affordable housing, schools, and healthcare facilities [15,71,76], as well as evaluating the project's long-term impact on local economies, cultural heritage, and social cohesion [15,51]. The aim is to foster a built environment that enhances social well-being, promotes social inclusion, and contributes to present and future generations' overall quality of life [15,75].…”

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Multiple-Criteria Methods for Assessing Social Sustainability in the Built Environment: A Systematic Review

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Alencar,

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2023

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Studies related to social sustainability assessment have presented a variety of methods and criteria, but there is a need to better understand how these studies incorporate multiple criteria along with the issues addressed, the decision-makers, and the overall process followed to promote more socially sustainable outcomes. A systematic literature review methodology is conducted to identify, analyze, and synthesize scholarly articles that use multiple criteria to assess the built environment’s social sustainability. This study explores types of problems, decision-makers, criteria, and methods adopted by researchers. The analysis involved 42 studies identified in the Web of Science, ScienceDirect, and Scopus databases. The results revealed a diverse range of studies, covering various issues, project types, and methodologies, highlighting the multifaceted nature of social sustainability evaluation in the context of the built environment. The most considered social sustainability issues in the studies were ‘Impacts in Community’ and ‘Employment’. While most of the selected papers used multi-criteria decision-making/aiding (MCDM/A), not all engaged in these methods for decision-making purposes. Moreover, despite the prevalence of studies involving multiple decision-makers, issues related to group decision-making were often insufficiently addressed. The types of problems that the methods are used for are discussed, as well as the decision context and the process for selecting methods, thereby highlighting future research opportunities. Future studies should ensure that the criteria used are manageable but encompass all facets of social sustainability in the built environment, prioritizing methodological rigor when selecting MCDM/A methods and focusing on the nuances of preference aggregation in group decision-making scenarios.

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confidence: 99%

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García,

Salazar-Serna,

Melo

2023

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Optimizing indoor air quality and energy efficiency in multifamily residences: Advanced passive pipe system parametrics study

Obeidat,

Jones,

Mahaftha

et al. 2024

Int. J. Environ. Sci. Technol.

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This research focuses on enhancing natural ventilation in multifamily residential buildings to improve air quality and minimize reliance on mechanical ventilation, thereby reducing energy consumption. The study pioneers the integration of passive pipe systems within structural floor slabs and building envelopes, aiming to overcome the inherent challenges of indoor environmental quality (IEQ) related to design constraints, occupant behavior, and urban context. Our innovative approach, utilizing a novel application of Grasshopper for precise architectural modeling and Ansys for advanced multiphysics simulation, enables a detailed comparative analysis of airflow dynamics across various system configurations. A comprehensive literature review underscores the significance of natural ventilation as a key passive cooling strategy, vital for reducing energy use and enhancing IEQ in the face of urbanization challenges. Our empirical findings reveal that configurations with more inlet and outlet pipes significantly outperform simpler ones, with a notable configuration of 11 pipes (5 × 6) achieving an actual-to-required ventilation rate increase in 158.15%. This evidence highlights the substantial benefits of adopting complex system configurations for improved ventilation efficiency. The study’s outcomes include impactful design recommendations for adopting enhanced natural ventilation strategies in multifamily residential buildings. These recommendations promise to inform sustainable urban planning and building management strategies, offering a scalable solution for cities seeking to balance growth with environmental sustainability. By demonstrating the clear advantages of targeted passive cooling interventions, this research contributes valuable insights toward achieving energy efficiency and superior IEQ in residential buildings, paving the way for future exploration in diverse climatic and urban contexts.

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Assessing the adequacy and sustainability performance of multi-family residential buildings in Anambra State, Nigeria

Cited by 3 publications

References 34 publications

Multiple-Criteria Methods for Assessing Social Sustainability in the Built Environment: A Systematic Review

Multiple-Criteria Methods for Assessing Social Sustainability in the Built Environment: A Systematic Review

Feasibility Study and Multivariate Analysis of a Sustainable Housing Project

Optimizing indoor air quality and energy efficiency in multifamily residences: Advanced passive pipe system parametrics study

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