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Sustainable Urban Development in Malaysia: Enhancing Green Roofs with Integrated Technologies Tang, Yien Yu; Slimani, Youcef; Al-Ghazal, Mukhtar Ali; Talukdar, Gaurav; Maharjan, Amit Kumar
Civil and Sustainable Urban Engineering Volume 3 - Issue 2 - 2023
Publisher : Tecno Scientifica Publishing & Society of Tropical Science and Technology

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.53623/csue.v3i2.335

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Urbanization and population density surges globally have triggered environmental challenges, with the construction sector notably contributing to greenhouse gas emissions and high energy consumption. Urban expansion has exacerbated issues, converting green spaces into impermeable structures and heightening flood risks. Green roofs have emerged as an eco-friendly solution, excelling in stormwater management, mitigating the urban heat island effect, enhancing air quality, reducing noise transmission, preserving biodiversity, extending roof lifespan, and augmenting aesthetics. They absorb rainwater, decreasing stormwater runoff, yet entail higher installation and maintenance costs and potential fire hazards compared to conventional roofs. In Malaysia, government policies and incentives drive green roof adoption, particularly in residential, commercial, and institutional buildings, predominantly of the intensive green roof type. Buildings undergo green rating tool evaluations for green certification. Despite progress, challenges persist, including expertise shortages, lack of design guidelines, limited research, low public awareness, and green roof component disposal issues. Addressing these demands significant government efforts, including robust policy development, increased support for local companies, expanded research initiatives, heightened public awareness, and optimized synergy with other technologies. Integrating green roofs with solar panels and utilizing greywater for irrigation can reduce energy and water consumption concurrently, showcasing potential for comprehensive and sustainable urban development.
Current Challenges and Future Prospects of Green Construction in Malaysia Sam, Wil Son; Primus, Audrey; Sentiveanu , Daniela; Puspitasari, Surya Dewi; Jannat, Md Abu Hanifa; Jayapadma, Jayapadma Mudalige Miyuru Uthpala; Illahi, Yuangga Rizky; Permana, Muhamad Diki; Maharjan, Amit Kumar; Maharjan, Rabin; Tongco, Jovale Vincent
Civil and Sustainable Urban Engineering Volume 5 - Issue 1 - 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.53623/csue.v5i1.621

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Malaysia’s rapid urbanization, driven by a growing population and increasing industrial and infrastructural demands, significantly impacted the environment. The construction sector, a key contributor to economic growth, simultaneously became a major source of environmental degradation due to high resource consumption and waste generation. In response to these challenges, the integration of green materials and sustainable technologies emerged as a viable solution to minimize the negative environmental footprint of construction activities. This paper provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of green materials in Malaysia, including bamboo, organic waste, recycled concrete aggregate, and plastic waste, highlighting their benefits and limitations. Additionally, sustainable construction technologies such as solar energy, hydropower, biogas systems, green roofing, and rainwater harvesting are examined for their potential role in enhancing environmental sustainability. The study further evaluates existing government policies and regulations governing green construction in Malaysia, identifying key challenges such as ineffective waste management, regulatory enforcement gaps, and illegal dumping. Comparisons with international best practices, including those from Japan and Hong Kong, offer insights into potential improvements for Malaysia’s regulatory framework and implementation strategies. The paper also discusses the prospects of green materials and sustainable construction technologies, outlining potential solutions to enhance their adoption. By addressing both the challenges and opportunities within the sector, this review aims to contribute to the advancement of sustainable construction practices in Malaysia, ultimately fostering a eco-friendlier and more resilient built environment.
Malaysia Moving Towards a Sustainability Municipal Waste Management Tang, Yien Yu; Tang, Kuok Ho Daniel; Maharjan, Amit Kumar; Abdul Aziz, Azrina; Bunrith, Seng
Industrial and Domestic Waste Management Volume 1 - Issue 1 - 2021
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | Full PDF (490.167 KB) | DOI: 10.53623/idwm.v1i1.51

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The elevation of waste generation subsequent to population growth has become a severe environmental topic in Malaysia. Since most of the waste is being dumped into a landfill, the open dumpsite, or unsanitary landfills which are not constructed with proper engineering plan, severe impacts on the environment result. The energy demand in Malaysia increased with the growing population, but reliance on fossil fuels to generate electricity has created another greenhouse gas contributor. Alternatively, waste-to-energy technology solves the problem of increasing waste by converting the waste to a renewable energy source. Malaysia has moved towards landfill gas recovery system and incineration for waste energy recovery. The recovery system and refuse-derived fuel plant achieved expectation; however, the incineration plants have failed due to the opposition of the public, lack of funding and technician expertise, and other technical issues. The solid waste management practices lacking separation and recycling sources, become an obstacle for development. The government puts effort into solving the current issue by promoting recycling in the public, enforcing the legislation, and approaching new technologies for better solid waste management practice in the future. This paper aims to discuss the application of energy recovery from municipal solid waste in Malaysia.
Co-Authors Abdul Aziz, Azrina Al-Ghazal, Mukhtar Ali Bunrith, Seng Illahi, Yuangga Rizky Jannat, Md Abu Hanifa Jayapadma, Jayapadma Mudalige Miyuru Uthpala Maharjan, Rabin Permana, Muhamad Diki Primus, Audrey Puspitasari, Surya Dewi Sam, Wil Son Sentiveanu , Daniela Slimani, Youcef Talukdar, Gaurav Tang, Kuok Ho Daniel Tang, Yien Yu Tongco, Jovale Vincent