Barriers to the adoption of sustainable construction materials in Zimbabwe

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Barriers to the adoption of sustainable construction materials in Zimbabwe

Purpose The built environment contributes to environmental concerns, including carbon emissions, with traditional construction materials being problematic. Adopting sustainable construction materials (SCMs) is envisaged; however, barriers exist. Hence, this study sought to determine significant bar...

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Main Authors:	Moyo, Tirivavi, Mudombo, Mable Vongai, Omer, Mazen Mohamed Alkhdar, Moyo, Cynthia
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Emerald Publishing Limited 2024
Subjects:	TA Engineering (General). Civil engineering (General) TH Building construction
Online Access:	http://umpir.ump.edu.my/id/eprint/44740/ http://umpir.ump.edu.my/id/eprint/44740/1/Barriers%20to%20the%20adoption%20of%20sustainable%20construction.pdf

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