Authors : Kennedy Mulwanda; Dr. Kelvin Chibomba

Volume/Issue : Volume 11 - 2026, Issue 1 - January

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/26jan610

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Abstract : The study examined the effectiveness of green technology implementation in residential housing construction projects, using Saloba Ltd in Kitwe District as a case study. It was guided by three objectives: current state of adoption, effects of implementation, and determine challenges. A descriptive research design was employed, targeting employees and stakeholders of Saloba Ltd. Stratified and simple random sampling techniques were applied to ensure fair representation, with a sample size of 50 respondents. Data was collected through structured questionnaires and analyzed using STATA and SPSS. Findings revealed a growing interest in sustainable housing solutions, with modular green housing designs (36%) and affordable off-grid systems (30%) emerging as the most preferred, together accounting for 66% of future adoption trends. However, adoption was constrained, as 36% of respondents viewed the trend as stable and 28% saw it as slowly increasing due to limited awareness and training. Environmental concerns (40%) were identified as the strongest driver of adoption, while material preferences leaned toward locally sourced timber (30%) and eco-friendly roofing materials (28%). Digital tools such as mobile energy-monitoring apps (34%) and BIM (28%) were also highly regarded. The effects of adoption were linked mainly to prestige (34%) and improved health/comfort (32%), while financial savings (18%) and environmental conservation (16%) were secondary. Key challenges included performance uncertainties (26%), limited materials (22%), high costs (14%), regulatory delays (32%), and weak enforcement (30%). In conclusion, meaningful progress in green housing adoption requires stronger policies, better infrastructure, and collaboration among government, policymakers, and construction companies.

Keywords : Green Technology, Implementation, Housing, Construction, Projects and Challenges.

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