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Towards Greener Campuses: Assessing Pro-Environmental Behaviours in the University of Bahrain Campus

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  • Noor Saleh Alalawi

    (Department of Architecture and Interior Design, University of Bahrain, Manama P.O. Box 32038, Bahrain)

  • Osama Omar

    (Department of Architecture and Interior Design, University of Bahrain, Manama P.O. Box 32038, Bahrain)

Abstract

The significant contribution of building materials and emissions, accounting for approximately 40%, underscores the crucial role that buildings play in addressing climate change. Considering that buildings and transport are among the main contributors of energy-related emissions, Bahrain’s greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) increased from 16 (Mt/year) in 1990 to 54 (Mt/year) in 2020, which requires immediate attention. Pro-environmental behaviours play a significant role in reducing overall emissions and mitigating climate change. Therefore, this research aims to clarify the main factors influencing pro-environmental behaviour in the University of Bahrain campus, in order to create a strategic framework encompassing pro-environmental solutions working towards zero emissions. The problem is analysed through a mixed methodology based on a literature review, questionnaire and photographic analysis. The findings highlight the importance of several internal and external factors in relation to pro-environmental behaviour in higher education environments. The results provide valuable insights for stakeholders and decision-makers to implement change through green initiatives at a policy level.

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  • Noor Saleh Alalawi & Osama Omar, 2024. "Towards Greener Campuses: Assessing Pro-Environmental Behaviours in the University of Bahrain Campus," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 16(5), pages 1-23, February.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jsusta:v:16:y:2024:i:5:p:1869-:d:1345199
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