Cost-effective and energy-efficient building using the rammed earth technique in south east Nigeria: Challenges and prospects

Ikechukwu Onyegiri 1, *, Marcel Uwadiegwu Okafor 1 and Ben Ugochukwu Iwuagwu 2

1 Department of Architecture, Imo State University, Owerri, Nigeria.
2 Department of Architecture, Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Nigeria.
 
Research Article
International Journal of Science and Research Archive, 2024, 13(01), 2136–2139.
Article DOI: 10.30574/ijsra.2024.13.1.1894
Publication history: 
Received on 26 August 2024; revised on 04 October 2024; accepted on 07 October 2024
 
Abstract: 
As global concerns about sustainability and energy efficiency in construction grow, the rammed earth building technique presents a compelling option. This traditional method of building, practised widely traditionally in the past in the South East of Nigeria in the form of cob, is known for its low environmental impact and cost-effectiveness. Rammed earth building is experiencing a renaissance in modern architecture. This article examines the economic and energy benefits of rammed earth construction, its challenges, and future prospects. By addressing technical, regulatory, and perceptual barriers, we explore how this ancient technique can meet contemporary demands for sustainable building solutions in the region.
 
Keywords: 
Sustainability, Energy efficiency, Cost-effectiveness, Building technique, Local material, Perception.
 
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