Abstract:
The escalating demand for buildings driven by rapid economic growth contributes significantly to global energy consumption, accounting for approximately 42%. However, this surge in construction poses substantial environmental challenges, intensifying concerns about climate change. Consequently, the imperative to develop environmentally responsive structures has gained prominence. This thesis focuses on enhancing the eco-efficiency and curbing energy consumption in university senate buildings. The primary aim is to discern patterns of energy usage and pinpoint eco-efficient strategies and innovations applicable to fostering environmental sustainability within Nigerian university senate buildings.
Employing purposive sampling, data was gathered from select federal universities situated in Nigeria’s north-central region. The data collection process encompassed observation schedules, energy audits, and questionnaires disseminated to professionals within the built environment sector. The analysis uncovered that the integration of innovative, sustainability-focused methodologies could steer Nigerian university senate buildings towards embracing the principles of eco-efficiency. Key facets of eco-efficiency encompass judicious resource management involving water, energy, and materials, as well as optimizing cost-effectiveness across the entire building lifecycle, encompassing initial expenses, operational costs, and potential material recuperation expenses.
Based on these findings, this thesis advocates for the widespread adoption of eco-efficiency as a pivotal component in the pursuit of sustainable office building design. In conclusion, the thesis underscores the urgency of adopting innovative paradigms that fundamentally reshape the approach to university senate building design, ushering in a new era of environmentally conscious construction practices.
INTEGRATING ECO-EFFICIENCY FOR SUSTAINABLE FEDERAL UNIVERSITY SENATE BUILDING IN LOKOJA, NIGERIA. GET MORE, ACTUARIAL SCIENCE PROJECT TOPICS AND MATERIALS
