A Study on Green Procurement Implementation in the Construction Industry in Malaysia

Chong, Jia Jing (2020) A Study on Green Procurement Implementation in the Construction Industry in Malaysia. Final Year Project (Bachelor), Tunku Abdul Rahman University College.

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Abstract

The study aims to discuss the benefits in implementation of green procurement in Malaysia and to outline the barriers faced. In addition to that, the objective of this research is set to expand its existing measures by providing suggestions based on other successful countries as references to achieve sustainable development for a greener environment. The research methodology that are being applied includes both quantitative and qualitative approaches. Using a combination of qualitative and quantitative data enables us to compare and contrast results and data collected in deeper insights. To support the objectives of the study, questionnaire is being used as the main primary data. As for secondary sources, journals, which provide information collected by past researches were primarily used as the main secondary source. The respondent who have taken part in the questionnaire are those construction companies registered under CIDB, following the list given by our college during the internship programme. All the answers of the respondents are being recorded to draw conclusion and analysis regarding to green procurement. The data is analysed through relative importance index method in order to rank the factors, challenges and strategies relevant to the research objectives. From the data collected from 50 participants who have taken part in the survey, the results show that majority of them have agreed that green procurement helps to improve health and quality of life of occupants of the green building as the main benefit gained from implementing green procurement. As for the challenges, it is concluded that most respondents perceived that higher associated costs is the main challenge faced. Lastly, in the aspects of strategy in implementing green procurement, the result shows that majority believed that providing financial incentives is the main strategy. In conclusion, this research study with its three main objectives has highlighted the numerous benefits gained, challenges that needed to be identified, and strategies that are need for the implementation of green procurement in Malaysia. There is a need for all respective individuals that is related to play an important role in ensuring that green procurement can be successfully implemented.