Abstract
Sustainable construction approaches are essential for mitigating environmental concerns and enhancing energy efficiency in educational facilities. This research examines sustainability solutions in Egyptian educational institutions, concentrating on the design, building, and operating stages. The study combines quantitative and qualitative assessments from a survey of 66 industry experts, evaluating essential sustainability criteria like energy efficiency, water conservation, material sustainability, and operating expenses. Statistical methods, such as the Relative Importance Index (RII) and correlation analysis, were used to assess the relevance and interrelations among sustainability factors. The findings reveal that energy efficiency (RII: 0.82) and the promotion of health and well-being (RII: 0.82) are the most highly prioritized aspects, whilst rainwater collecting systems (RII: 0.47) are placed lowest. Obstacles like budgetary limitations, insufficient governmental assistance, and a lack of knowledge impede broad adoption. The report advocates for specific legislative interventions, stakeholder engagement initiatives, and technology integration as essential factors for improving sustainability in educational facilities. This study provides practical suggestions for policymakers, designers, and developers to enhance sustainability outcomes in educational buildings in Egypt by thoroughly assessing the difficulties and potential of sustainable construction.
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Awny, Abdallah; Awad, Youssef A.; Hegazy, Hosam; and Mahdi, Ibrahim
(2025)
"Exploring Sustainable Practices in Educational Buildings during the Project Lifecycle in Egypt,"
Future Engineering Journal: Vol. 5:
Iss.
2, Article 2.
Available at:
https://digitalcommons.aaru.edu.jo/fej/vol5/iss2/2