Technology adoption model for greening existing buildings: A conceptualization

• Main Authors: Julayhe, Nurnazerah Haji, Rahman, Md Motiar, Asli, Rajul Adli
• Format: Conference Proceeding
• Language: English
• Subjects: Buildings; Electric appliances; Emissions trading; Energy costs; Household appliances; Literature reviews; Psychological factors; Technology adoption; Technology utilization
• ISSN: 0094-243X; 1551-7616
• DOI: 10.1063/5.0111169

Greening existing building is a process or method to convert economically viable old or existing buildings, by replacing conventional high energy-consuming household electrical appliances/features, with modern, sustainable and, energy-efficient features, to substantially increase building energy profile, along with reduction of energy cost and carbon emissions. Despite the relevant diverse benefits, this greening process is not being widely adopted. Since this involves the adoption of sustainable and newer technologies, this paper provides a brief review of relevant technology adoption models, specifically where and how relevant models were used, their effectiveness of addressing certain issues, how to overcome or address technology-related issues, and various issue-specific constructs. This was carried out through a structured review of literature. It was observed that various models and theories were applied along with certain constructs, as well as two or three models/theories were merged, to suitably to address specific issues. Accordingly, a conceptual model has been presented, targeting the adoption of greening in existing buildings, by merging two different models and three psychological aspects, including the actual use of the said technology. It is expected that the proposed framework will allow the much-needed adoption of greening.