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Assessing the Adoption and Feasibility of Green Wall Systems in Construction Projects in Nigeria

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  • Oluwayinka Seun Oke

    (Department of Forestry and Wood Technology, Federal University of Technology Akure, Akure PMB 704, Nigeria)

  • John Ogbeleakhu Aliu

    (Engineering Education Transformations Institute, College of Engineering, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602, USA)

  • Damilola Ekundayo

    (Department School of Engineering and the Built Environment, Birmingham City University, Birmingham B4 7BD, UK)

  • Ayodeji Emmanuel Oke

    (Research Group on Sustainable Infrastructure Management Plus (RG-SIM+), Department of Quantity Surveying, Federal University of Technology Akure, Akure PMB 704, Nigeria)

  • Nwabueze Kingsley Chukwuma

    (Research Group on Sustainable Infrastructure Management Plus (RG-SIM+), Department of Quantity Surveying, Federal University of Technology Akure, Akure PMB 704, Nigeria)

Abstract

This study aims to evaluate the level of awareness and practical adoption of green wall systems in the Nigerian construction industry. It seeks to examine the current state of green wall implementation and recommend strategies to enhance their integration into construction practices among Nigerian construction professionals. A thorough review of the existing literature was conducted to identify different types of green wall systems. Insights from this review informed the design of a structured questionnaire, which was distributed to construction professionals based in Lagos State. The data collected were analyzed using statistical tests. The study reveals that while there is generally high awareness of green wall systems among Nigerian construction professionals, the practical use remains low, with just 8 out of the 18 systems being actively implemented, eclipsing the mean value of 3.0. The findings underscore the need for targeted education, industry incentives, and increased advocacy to encourage the use of green wall systems in the Nigerian construction sector. The results have significant implications for the Nigerian construction industry. The limited awareness and adoption of green wall systems highlight the need for strategic actions from policymakers, industry leaders and educational institutions. Promoting the use of green walls could drive more sustainable building practices, improve environmental outcomes and support the broader goals of decarbonization and circularity in construction. This research adds to the body of knowledge on sustainable construction by offering a detailed evaluation of green wall awareness and adoption within the Nigerian context. While green wall systems have been studied globally, this research provides a regional perspective, which in this case focuses on Lagos State. The study’s recognition of the gap between awareness and implementation highlights an important area for future research and industry development.

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  • Oluwayinka Seun Oke & John Ogbeleakhu Aliu & Damilola Ekundayo & Ayodeji Emmanuel Oke & Nwabueze Kingsley Chukwuma, 2025. "Assessing the Adoption and Feasibility of Green Wall Systems in Construction Projects in Nigeria," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 17(15), pages 1-19, August.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jsusta:v:17:y:2025:i:15:p:7126-:d:1718660
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