Life cycle assessment and management of carbon emission from reinforce concrete construction projects in Thailand
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This study presented the comprehensive analysis and management to reduce carbon emissions in Thailand's reinforced concrete building construction projects using Structural Equation Modelling (SEM). Data were collected via questionnaires from experts certified by the Thailand Green Building Institute. The SEM analysis, which demonstrated good model fit, identified three main components: Material Manufacturing, Transportation, and Construction Processes. Structural work exhibited the highest factor loading, whilst electricity uses in construction showed the lowest. Notably, the study revealed the negative relationship between material manufacturing and transportation processes, challenging conventional assumptions. These findings provide crucial insights for designers and industry professionals in developing targeted strategies to reduce carbon emissions. The study's limitations include its focus on the Thai context and a specific set of variables. Future research should explore additional factors, such as renewable energy integration, and conduct longitudinal studies to refine our understanding of emission drivers in the construction sector.
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