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Dr Dr Alex Opoku PhD FHEA MRICS CIOB
Professor of Sustainable Built Environment
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Research focus
My research interest and expertise is in the area of Sustainable Built Environment and my research scholarly activities have been about exploring the synergies between the three dimensions of Sustainable Development; from whole life costing in UK construction industry (Economic) to social value in housing (Social dimension) and Biodiversity in construction (environmental). My current research focuses on the link between the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the built environment.
SDG targets
9.1
Develop sustainable, resilient and inclusive infrastructures
9.A
Facilitate sustainable infrastructure development for developing countries
11.3
Inclusive and sustainable urbanization
11.C
Support least developed countries in sustainable and resilient building
15.5