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Promoting Low-Carbonization in the Construction Supply Chain: Key Influencing Factors and Sustainable Practices

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  • Junlong Peng

    (School of Traffic and Transportation Engineering, Changsha University of Science and Technology, Changsha 410004, China)

  • Zhuo Su

    (School of Traffic and Transportation Engineering, Changsha University of Science and Technology, Changsha 410004, China)

  • Xiao Liu

    (School of Systems Engineering, University of Science and Technology for National Defense (USND), Changsha 410205, China)

  • Chongsen Ma

    (School of Traffic and Transportation Engineering, Changsha University of Science and Technology, Changsha 410004, China)

Abstract

The construction industry is a major contributor to global carbon emissions, making the decarbonization of its supply chain a critical goal for sustainable development. This study aims to identify key drivers of decarbonization within the construction supply chain and analyze their interrelationships using causal and structural modeling techniques. A bibliometric analysis is conducted to highlight theoretical gaps in the field, followed by the application of the Fuzzy Decision-Making Trial and Evaluation Laboratory (Fuzzy-DEMATEL) method to identify key decarbonization factors, and the Adversarial Interpretive Structural Modeling (AISM) method to construct a causal model that reveals their interactions. The results identify 17 key factors, categorized into five levels, with low-carbon policy guidance and consumer preferences emerging as the most influential. Based on these findings, a three-tier strategy is proposed to guide decarbonization efforts within the construction supply chain. This research provides theoretical insights into decarbonization and offers actionable recommendations for future industry practices and policy development.

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  • Junlong Peng & Zhuo Su & Xiao Liu & Chongsen Ma, 2025. "Promoting Low-Carbonization in the Construction Supply Chain: Key Influencing Factors and Sustainable Practices," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 17(8), pages 1-36, April.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jsusta:v:17:y:2025:i:8:p:3375-:d:1631798
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