Abstract
The looming global energy crisis of the 21st century is predicted to worsen as building energy consumption is expected to rise by 50% by 2060. Investing in energy-efficient technologies and reducing carbon emissions is essential to combat this crisis. To this end, this paper delves into the complex issue of energy-efficient building practices in Nigerian households and how they can help curb carbon emissions. Using a statistical method known as the Relative Impor- tance Index (RII), we analyzed nine key factors that influence a building’s energy efficiency. The research revealed that government oversight, support, and financial and technical assis- tance are crucial for achieving household energy efficiency. It also highlights the significance of addressing the energy crisis in Nigeria through the development, implementation, and ad- aptation of energy-efficient building practices.
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Mato, Hussaini; Labaran, Yahaya Hassan; Mukherjee, Dipanjan; Saini, Gaurav; and Farouq, Mahmoud Murtala
(2023)
"Achieving Sustainability in Nigerian Households: Investigating Factors Impacting Energy Efficiency Practices,"
Journal of Sustainable Construction Materials and Technologies: Vol. 8:
Iss.
3, Article 2.
https://doi.org/10.47481/jscmt.1261384
Available at:
https://commons.yildiz.edu.tr/jscmt/vol8/iss3/2