Integrating Green Building Practices in Constraction Project Management: A Case Study of Kafue Hook Bridge Project, Central Province of Zambia

This study analyzed the adoption and effectiveness of green building practices in the Kafue Hook Bridge project in Zambia, focusing on challenges and opportunities associated with sustainable construction in a developing country context. The objectives were to identify go green building practices employed in construction of projects, evaluate their effectiveness, access the factors influencing the green building practices success and explore implementation limitations. Using a case study design, data was collected from various specialists like The Environmental specialists, Engineers, Procurement personels and Architects, targeting individuals aged 25 to 65. A sample of 50 respondents was determined through purposive sampling methods due to limited resources and data was analyzed using SPSS. The study was grounded on the Ecological Modernization Theory (EMT). The results highlighted that 94% of specialists were knowledgeable about green building practices, and 88% agreed that the project achieved its objectives, leading to positive outcomes. Nevertheless, challenges such as high upfront costs of green materials 36%, technological limitations 28%, resource constraints 98%, and inadequate stakeholder collaboration 76% negatively affected implementation. In spite of these barriers, the study indicated significant alignment with sustainability objectives, indicating the success of green practices in contributing to the project's overall effectiveness. Stakeholder collaboration and regulatory frameworks were identified as critical for overcoming challenges, with 76% of respondents emphasizing the need for partnerships. The study recommended increased investment in research, development of cost-effective green materials, innovative technologies, clearer policies, and climate-resilient designs for future projects. Stakeholders are encouraged to adopt these recommendations to enhance the scalability and sustainability of green practices in Zambia's construction sector. This research has given a valuable insights about the importance of green building practices in infrastructure projects, giving practical recommendations to address challenges and improve outcomes. It underscores the importance of continuous investment in innovation, policy clarity, and stakeholder engagement to foster sustainable construction in Zambia and other developing countries.