Journal of Cleaner Production, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 445, P. 141262 - 141262

Published: Feb. 16, 2024

The process of estimating the carbon footprint (CF) has become a key method for managing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, guiding strategies emission reduction and validating those strategies. Given complexity quantifying total lifecycle emissions in residential buildings, this study delves into assessing CF focusing on water electricity consumption two types buildings: mainly villas flats. This assessment was carried out Doha City, Qatar, using data from 2017 to 2020. employs Multi-Regional Input-Output Life Cycle Assessment (MRIO-LCA) model calculate convert these buildings. Further, various methods statistical spatial analysis including geographically weighted regression (GWR), Ordinary Least Squares (OLS), hotspot cold spot assessments. annual buildings are approximately 7 MtCO2 equivalent, with contributing about 83% total. Concurrently, average is around 0.06 predominantly attributed villas. findings highlight substantial impact structures, particularly villas, city's overall emissions. Furthermore, underscore significant especially Doha's revealing marked seasonal increase, during summer months notable spike reveals consistent clustering patterns across different seasons Elevated concentrated central, northern, northeastern regions, while spots eastern southern areas. Understanding settings crucial developing reduce enhance energy efficiency, address climate change. research helps inform targeted interventions more sustainable use, aligning broader environmental goals.

Language: Английский