The implementation of clean development mechanism (CDM) in the construction and built environment industry
Greenhouse gas emissions due to human activities are the main contributors to global climate change, a problem that should not be ignored. Through the clean development mechanism (CDM) introduced under the Kyoto Protocol, developing countries are able to earn certified emission reduction (CER) credits through a myriad of emission reduction projects. This study aims to explore the potential of implementing CDM projects in the construction and built environment (C&BE) industry, which has been criticized for not only consuming an enormous amount of resources, but also for contributing to adverse environmental health. In this research, we limit the boundary of the C&BE industry to include the planning, procurement, construction, occupation and refurbishment/demolition phases of a project's life cycle. Surveys and in-depth follow-up interviews with experts have generated useful insights pertaining to CDM potential and its adaptation into the C&BE industry. From this foundation, this paper evaluates the current obstacles to CDM and presents feasible suggestions to increase CDM projects related to the C&BE industry.
Year of publication: |
2014
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Authors: | Mok, Ken L. ; Han, Seung H. ; Choi, Seokjin |
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Energy Policy. - Elsevier, ISSN 0301-4215. - Vol. 65.2014, C, p. 512-523
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Publisher: |
Elsevier |
Subject: | Clean development mechanism | Construction and built environment | Sustainable development |
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