Annotated Summary - Green Buildings

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According to a research article, “Green Building; Analysing a Frontrunner’s Sectoral Innovation System”, (Siva. V, Hoppe. T, and Jain. M, 2017) states measures in place have been moderately effective in relation with the target 80% of buildings being green-mark certification by 2030.

The government initiated the transition towards green buildings and through Building Construction Authority (BCA), launched various support guidelines and a masterplan was established. Stakeholders payback time as a major deciding factor when it came to technology. One such technology that has became more feasible is solar panels due to the subsidies the government provide in hopes of increasing transitions towards renewable energy sources. 

Secondly, sustainability is not a priority. Eight out of eleven stakeholders stated that greener alternatives in terms of technologies was not a priority. As long as economic development and the good operating conditions of equipment were present, construction companies remained less driven towards optimising energy efficiency. BCA introduced strict guidelines which saw an increase in green technology implemented, replacing existing technology. Buildings were required to qualify for the lowest level of the standards if they were to be subjected to any form of transformation. And to able meet the standards, they are forced to implement alternative technologies like LED lightings to meet the criteria set by the BCA.

With Singapore lacking behind on its target and the importance of sustainability for both the country and its people. It is feasible to take into account the findings of the research paper. The Singapore government plays a crucial role in this transition towards green buildings and is constantly dominating the sector when it came to initiatives and drive. Yet instead, the people tend to be risk-adverse when it came to implementation of new technologies. Established and recognized technologies were preferred when it came to technology.

References:

Siva. V, Hoppe. T, Jain. M (31 May 2017). Green Buildings in Singapore; Analyzing a Frontrunner’s Sectoral Innovation System. Retrieved 18 October 2019, from https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/9/6/919/pdf





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  1. Fazilah4 November 2019 at 22:37

    A good effort.

    It is feasible to take into account the findings of the research paper. - It will be good to elaborate more in what way the findings are relevant to your group's project.

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