A system design framework for the integration of public preferences into the design of large infrastructure projects

Martin J Goodfellow; Jonathan Wortley; Adisa Azapagic

doi:10.1016/j.psep.2013.12.005

A system design framework for the integration of public preferences into the design of large infrastructure projects

Martin J Goodfellow, Jonathan Wortley, Adisa Azapagic

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Abstract

Large infrastructure projects such as new roads, railways and nuclear plants have often suffered from public opposition, causing significant delays and costs. In many cases poor engagement between the supporters of construction and the public have contributed to this. Therefore, this paper proposes a novel design framework with the aim of improving public engagement at an early design stage. Following a modified quality function deployment (QFD) process, it enables incorporation of public preferences into the design process, thus helping to improve the social acceptability of large infrastructure projects and reduce costs related to opposition and delays. The application of the framework is illustrated by a case study related to design of nuclear power plants. © 2013 The Authors.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	687-701
Journal	Process Safety and Environmental Protection
Volume	92
Issue number	6
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psep.2013.12.005 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psep.2013.12.005
Publication status	Published - 2014

Keywords

Large infrastructure
Nuclear power
Participatory design
Quality function deployment
Stakeholder engagement
System design

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Azapagic, A. (PI), Anderson, K. (CoI), Butler, G. (CoI), French, G. (CoI), Howell, S. (CoI) & Stoker, G. (CoI)
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A system design framework for the integration of public preferences into the design of large infrastructure projects

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