Oluwatobi Nurudeen Oyefusi
From green to regenerative supply chain management in construction: Development of a robust integrated decision-making approach to facilitate the paradigm shift
Green Supply Chain Management (GSCM) has long been considered an effective tool for integrating environmental sustainability into the construction supply chain. However, despite its widespread adoption, the construction industry continues to fall short of achieving its decarbonisation goals, with global emissions steadily rising. This highlights the limitations of green and sustainable approaches in addressing the environmental challenges posed by the built environment. My research introduces a novel Regenerative Supply Chain Management (RSCM) as a transformative approach for the construction industry. Unlike GSCM, which focuses on reducing negative environmental impacts, RSCM practices aim to restore and renew ecosystems, communities, and the built environment. The study develops a comprehensive framework that integrates regenerative principles into existing GSCM practices, offering a pathway to reimagine how construction projects are conceived, designed, and executed. To achieve this, my research employs several methodologies, including a systematic review of GSCM practices to identify limitations and opportunities for regenerative enhancements. A validated RSCM model is introduced, alongside novel regenerative performance evaluation criteria and a decision support system to facilitate implementation. Several multi-criteria decision-making tools, along with data from literature, case studies, and expert input, ensure the robustness of my research findings. My research advances theory by embedding regenerative principles into construction supply chains and provides practical tools and policy insights to foster a more ‘advanced sustainable’ future.
Supervisors
Dr Wallace Imoudu Enegbuma & Prof Andre Brown
Qualifications
Bachelor of Technology in Quantity Surveying (First Class Honours), Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria.
Publications
1. Oyefusi, O. N., Enegbuma, W. I., Brown, A., & Zari, M. P. (2024). From green to regenerative supply chain management in construction: Towards a conceptual framework. Environmental Development, 52, 101097.
2. Oyefusi, O. N., Arowoiya, V. A., & Chan, M. (2024). Hybrid MCDM approach for analyzing barriers and formulating strategies for the adoption of modular construction in developing countries. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management.
3. Oyefusi, O. N., Enegbuma, W. I., Brown, A., & Olanrewaju, O. I. (2024). Development of a novel performance evaluation framework for
implementing regenerative practices in construction. Environmental Impact Assessment Review, 107, 107549.
4. Ackley, A., Olanrewaju, O. I., Oyefusi, O. N., Enegbuma, W. I., Olaoye, T. S., Ehimatie, A. E., ... & Akpan-Idiok, P. (2024). Indoor environmental quality (IEQ) in healthcare facilities: A systematic literature review and gap analysis. Journal of Building Engineering, 108787.
5. Oyefusi, O. N., Enegbuma, W. I., & Brown, A. (2024). From systematic literature review to performance criteria evaluation: advancing green supply chain management in construction. International Journal of Construction Management, 1-16.
6. Arowoiya, V. A., & Oyefusi, O. N. (2023). An Analysis of the Benefits of Adopting Modular Construction: A Nigerian Construction Industry Context. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 28(1), 243-265.
7. Akinradewo, O. F., Ojo, L. D., & Oyefusi, O. N. (2017). Effects of communication among professionals on building projects delivery in Nigeria. Journal of Contemporary Research in the Built Environment, 1(2), 50-66.
Conferences
Oyefusi, O. N., Enegbuma, W. I., Brown, A., & Zari, M. P. (2022, November). Regenerative-based green supply chain management model for the construction industry. In IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science (Vol. 1101, No. 8, p. 082028). IOP Publishing.
Awards
- Highly Commended Presenter, Sustainability Postgraduate Symposium, Faculty of Architecture and Design Innovation, Victoria University of Wellington
- Shortlisted Future thinker of the year 2024, New Zealand Green Building Council