Prospects And Challenges Of Adopting Green Maintenance Approach In Commercial Property Management For Eco-Friendly Environment

Authors

  • Mike Ifeanyi Anyakora Department of Estate Management, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Uli, Campus, Anambra State, Nigeria Author
  • Chinwe Ngozi Odimegwu Department of Estate Management, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Uli, Campus, Anambra State, Nigeria Author
  • Chiadika Mathilda Ikeotuonye Department of Estate Management, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Uli, Campus, Anambra State, Nigeria Author
  • Stella Obiageli Onwubuya-Ezeala Department of Estate Management, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Uli, Campus, Anambra State, Nigeria Author
  • Chukwunonso Obiefuna Umeora Department of Architecture, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Uli, Anambra State Author

Keywords:

commercial property management, eco-friendly environment, green maintenance

Abstract

Global concern for climate change and green environment necessitates adoption of sustainable practices in commercial property maintenance for reduced carbon footprint, conservation of vital resources, and effective contribution to the overall health of the ecosystem. This study examined the prospects and challenges of adopting green maintenance approach in the management of commercial properties with a view to highlighting the core components of green maintenance to be focused on in property management function in the pursuit of sustainable resilient urban environment in Anambra State, Nigeria. Quantitative and qualitative research methodologies were used in mixed study.  Primary and secondary data were sourced and utilized in this study. Structured questionnaire was used for primary data collection, while secondary data were gathered through theoretical reviews of existing literature. Convenient sampling method was used in selecting a total of 17 commercial buildings distributed as follows: Awka (7), Onitsha (4), Nnewi (4), and Ekwulobia (2) included in this survey. Data collected were analyzed using both descriptive frequency and percentage statistics were used for analysis.  This study found most of the existing commercial buildings were not designed and constructed to comply with the green requirements, nevertheless a combination of green and traditional (hybrid) maintenance approaches has adopted in such commercial buildings, while a few newer buildings are gradually adopting total green practices. This research recommended adoption of green designs and construction methods so as to aid adoption of green maintenance during occupation and use of the buildings.

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Published

18-06-2025

How to Cite

Prospects And Challenges Of Adopting Green Maintenance Approach In Commercial Property Management For Eco-Friendly Environment. (2025). FESCON Conference Proceedings, 5(1), 244-260. https://ajer.org.ng/index.php/fescon-proceedings/article/view/167