Application of sustainanble construction among contractors in Malaysia

Green building construction can be influenced by various factors such as the type of buildings that are constructed, the type of material used and the energy efficiency of their operation. In Malaysia, the Green Building Index (GBI) is a rating system that aims to promote the use of energy efficient. Sustainable construction in building development have been shown to have a clear positive impact on the environment, it has been highlighted as the current trend in environmental protection. However, different advantages and disadvantages are enticing and discouraging the contractors from implementing sustainable construction in their projects. Therefore, this study is conducted to analyse the application of sustainable construction among contractors in Malaysia. In attaining the objectives of this study, the quantitative method is adopted from the view of the contractors via questionnaire. The data collected were analysed and presented in the forms of tables, and charts by using descriptive analysis, such as mean, mode and ranks.