Final Exam

Qustion 1)
You are a project manager in a consultant firm. A client would like to develop a new
residential project in Kuantan using the traditional approach, but you have a different
opinion. You would like to propose the concept of sustainable construction to the client.
Contrast the client's idea with sustainable perspective.
1. Environmental Impact: - Client's Idea: The traditional approach may prioritize immediate
construction needs without considering the long-term environmental impact. This can lead to
increased carbon emissions, deforestation, and habitat destruction. - Sustainable Perspective:
Sustainable construction focuses on minimizing the project's environmental impact. It
emphasizes energy-efficient designs, use of eco-friendly materials, and implementation of
renewable energy systems. This helps reduce carbon emissions and preserves natural
resources. /
2. Resource Efficiency: - Client's Idea: Traditional construction methods often result in

excessive resource consumption and waste generation. This can contribute to resource
depletion and landfill overcrowding. - Sustainable Perspective: Sustainable construction
promotes resource efficiency by incorporating strategies like recycling and using locally
sourced materials. It aims to minimize waste generation through proper management and
recycling practices. / Kecekapan Sumber: - Idea Pelanggan: Kaedah pembinaan tradisional
sering mengakibatkan penggunaan sumber yang berlebihan dan penjanaan sisa. Ini boleh
menyumbang kepada kehabisan sumber dan kesesakan tapak pelupusan. - Perspektif
Mampan: Pembinaan mampan menggalakkan kecekapan sumber dengan menggabungkan
strategi seperti kitar semula dan menggunakan bahan sumber tempatan. Ia bertujuan untuk
meminimumkan penjanaan sisa melalui amalan pengurusan dan kitar semula yang betul.
3. Social Responsibility: - Client's Idea: The traditional approach may overlook social
responsibility aspects, such as considering the well-being of local communities and workers
involved in the construction process. - Sustainable Perspective: Sustainable construction
places a strong emphasis on social responsibility. It ensures the well-being and safety of
workers, promotes fair labor practices, and engages with local communities to address their
needs and concerns. / Tanggungjawab Sosial: - Idea Klien: Pendekatan tradisional mungkin
mengabaikan aspek tanggungjawab sosial, seperti mengambil kira kesejahteraan masyarakat
setempat dan pekerja yang terlibat dalam proses pembinaan. - Perspektif Mampan:
Pembinaan mampan memberi penekanan yang kuat terhadap tanggungjawab sosial. Ia
memastikan kesejahteraan dan keselamatan pekerja, menggalakkan amalan buruh yang adil,
dan melibatkan diri dengan komuniti tempatan untuk menangani keperluan dan kebimbangan
mereka.
4. Long-Term Benefits: - Client's Idea: The traditional approach may focus solely on
immediate outcomes and fail to consider the long-term benefits and resilience of the
residential project. - Sustainable Perspective: Sustainable construction takes a holistic
approach, considering the long-term benefits of the project. / . Faedah Jangka Panjang: - Idea
Pelanggan: Pendekatan tradisional mungkin tertumpu semata-mata pada hasil segera dan
gagal untuk mempertimbangkan manfaat jangka panjang dan daya tahan projek kediaman. -
Perspektif Mampan: Pembinaan mampan mengambil pendekatan holistik, dengan mengambil
kira manfaat jangka panjang projek.
5. Regulatory Compliance: - Client's Idea: The traditional approach may not prioritize
compliance with evolving environmental regulations and building codes, potentially leading
to legal and operational risks. / Pematuhan Kawal Selia: - Idea Pelanggan: Pendekatan
tradisional mungkin tidak mengutamakan pematuhan terhadap peraturan alam sekitar dan kod
bangunan yang berkembang, yang berpotensi membawa kepada risiko undang-undang dan
operasi. -
Assignment b)
The construction industry nowadays involves rapidly growing urban area, leading to
increasing demands in housing and infrastructure development. However, the existing
construction practices and industry norms pose significant challenges to sustainability.
Explain FIVE (5) of the main challenges and suggest ONE (1) solution to each of the
challenges.
Industri pembinaan pada masa kini melibatkan kawasan bandar yang berkembang
pesat, membawa kepada peningkatan permintaan dalam pembangunan perumahan
dan infrastruktur. Walau bagaimanapun, amalan pembinaan dan norma industri sedia
ada menimbulkan cabaran besar kepada kemampanan.
Terangkan LIMA (5) daripada cabaran utama dan cadangkan SATU (1) penyelesaian
kepada setiap cabaran tersebut.
• High carbon footprint: The construction industry is responsible for a significant
amount of greenhouse gas emissions, primarily due to the use of energy-intensive
materials and machinery.
Solution to tackle the high carbon footprint in the construction industry in Malaysia is
to promote the use of green building certifications, such as the Green Building Index (GBI).
GBI is a recognized certification system in Malaysia that assesses the environmental
sustainability performance of buildings and promotes the adoption of sustainable practices.
• Water consumption: The construction industry consumes a significant amount of
water, which can lead to water scarcity in some areas.
Solution to implement water-efficient practices and technologies on construction sites. The
sector may aid in water conservation and lessen the danger of water scarcity by optimising
water use and reducing waste.
 Land use and habitat destruction: The construction industry often leads to the
destruction of natural habitats and loss of biodiversity.
One solution to address the issue of habitat destruction caused by the construction
industry in Malaysia is the implementation of sustainable construction practices and green
building initiatives. These practices aim to minimize the environmental impact of
construction
activities and promote the conservation of natural habitats.
 Waste generation: The construction industry generates a significant amount of
waste,
which can contribute to environmental pollution and create health hazards.
Specific solutions that can be implemented, mobile applications for waste management:
Technology startups are developing mobile applications that allow construction companies to
find and connect with waste management facilities based on their specific requirements.
These
applications facilitate proper handling and disposal of waste, reducing the chances of illegal
dumping and minimizing greenhouse gas emissions
 Social and economic inequality: The construction industry can create social and
economic inequalities, such as poor working conditions and inadequate housing for
construction workers.
Menggalakkan ketelusan dan akauntabiliti: Kerajaan boleh menggalakkan ketelusan dan

akauntabiliti dengan mewajibkan syarikat pembinaan mengekalkan rekod pekerjaan, gaji dan
keadaan kerja. Ini boleh membantu memastikan hak pekerja dilindungi, dan majikan boleh
bertanggungjawab atas sebarang pelanggaran undang-undang buruh.
4a) From the view of a green building and sustainability manager;

(a) Elaborate FIVE (5) advantages of reducing and recycling the construction waste.
Dari pandangan pengurus bangunan hijau dan kemampanan;
(a) Huraikan LIMA (5) kelebihan mengurangkan dan mengitar semula sisa
pembinaan.
less waste going to landfill.
less use of natural resources.
lower greenhouse gas emissions - such as from producing, transporting and using
materials and recycling or disposing of the waste materials.
lower risk of pollution incidents.
Lower costs and more business opportunities
kurang sisa ke tapak pelupusan sampah.

kurang menggunakan sumber asli.
pelepasan gas rumah hijau yang lebih rendah - seperti daripada menghasilkan,
mengangkut dan menggunakan bahan dan mengitar semula atau melupuskan bahan
buangan.
risiko kejadian pencemaran yang lebih rendah.
Kos yang lebih rendah dan lebih banyak peluang perniagaan
4b) illustrate the ways to reduce the climate change and its negative impact
menggambarkan cara untuk mengurangkan perubahan iklim dan kesan negatifnya
 Save energy at home
 Change your home's source of energy
Ask your utility company if your home energy comes from oil, coal or gas. If possible, see if you
can switch to renewable sources such as wind or solar
 Walk, bike or take public transport
The world’s roadways are clogged with vehicles, most of them burning diesel or gasoline.
 Clean up your environment
Humans, animals and plants all suffer from land and water contaminated by improperly discarded
garbage
 Reduce water waste.

 Buy better bulbs. – LED lightbulbs use up to 80 percent less energy than conventional
incandescent bulbs
 Energy Star label.

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Qustion 1)

2. Resource Efficiency: - Client's Idea: Traditional construction methods often result in

Menggalakkan ketelusan dan akauntabiliti: Kerajaan boleh menggalakkan ketelusan dan

4a) From the view of a green building and sustainability manager;

kurang sisa ke tapak pelupusan sampah.

 Save energy at home

 Change your home's source of energy

 Walk, bike or take public transport

 Clean up your environment

 Reduce water waste.

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