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Question: Delivering sustainable communities: a case study in China
Answer: Abstract
Purpose – China’s accelerated urbanisation leads directly to pressure on the urban environment.
The purpose of this paper is to identify best practices involved in a real sustainable community
projects for the experience to be replicated in future.
Design/methodology/approach – To explore the practical development experiences and
technological applications, a case study was conducted, involving both document analysis and
semi-structured interviews.
Findings – The findings identify the green technologies and strategies used in the project planning
and design process. The social considerations of the project development are also recognised in
providing comfort, convenience and safety for their residents. Furthermore, the research highlights the
fact that sustainable communities can incur less operational costs compared with traditional ones and
therefore provide a feasible option for clients with a greater capability for upfront investment.
Originality/value – The results of the research provide valuable references for developers in the
development of sustainable communities in both China and other countries.
Keywords China, Case study, Project development, Green building, Best practice,
Sustainable community
Paper type Case study
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(Source: Pustaka Negeri Sarawak,, 08 Jun 2021)