Preliminary Sustainability Assessment of San Jose De Buenavista Public Market
Keywords:
BERDE, sustainable architecture, public market, green building assessment, San Jose de Buenavista, environmental design, sustainability in the PhilippinesAbstract
This study assessed the sustainability performance of the San Jose de Buenavista Public Market in Antique, Philippines, using the Building for Ecologically Responsive Design Excellence (BERDE) Green Building Rating System as the evaluation framework. Employing a descriptive–evaluative research design, the study examined the market’s compliance with six BERDE core categories—Use of Land and Ecology, Energy, Water, Waste, Materials, and Emissions. Data were gathered from 90 respondents representing market tenants, goers, and administrators through survey questionnaires, supplemented by site observations and document reviews. Descriptive statistics, including weighted mean and standard deviation, were used to determine sustainability performance levels. Results revealed that the market achieved only 13 out of 42 possible BERDE points, indicating a below-standard level of sustainability. The highest performance was recorded in Use of Land and Ecology due to site accessibility and adequate lighting, while the lowest scores were found in Waste and Emissions categories, reflecting deficiencies in solid waste segregation, air quality management, and greenhouse gas monitoring. Stakeholder responses highlighted issues of cleanliness, spatial organization, and environmental management as areas needing improvement. The findings underscore the need for the Local Government Unit (LGU) to integrate green building strategies—such as renewable energy systems, water reuse technologies, waste management programs, and green procurement policies—into market redevelopment. This assessment serves as a baseline for future BERDE certification efforts and contributes to promoting sustainable public architecture aligned with the Philippine Green Building Code and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
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