The Impact of Construction and Demolition Waste Management in Malaysia

Teong, Zhang Liang (2021) The Impact of Construction and Demolition Waste Management in Malaysia. Final Year Project (Bachelor), Tunku Abdul Rahman University College.

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Abstract

Nowadays, the management of construction and demolition waste has become very important because it contributes to control the produce of the waste. Construction and demolition waste (C&DW) is rising around the world as a direct result of rapid urbanization. In addition, an average 35% of C&DW is landfilled globally, so effective C&DW management is vital to mitigating the negative environmental impacts of C&DW. Type of management used, and construction work are among the main concerns among the public. The target area was located at KL area. After data collected would be analysed by using the descriptive statistical methods. The data is analysed using SPSS software, Microsoft Excel, Descriptive Statistics Method and Frequency Distribution Method. At last of this chapter, satisfaction theory is also explained, and the understanding will be applied into the result of the findings. The finding is used to formulate series of recommendations which will be of use to undertake the improvement of construction and demolition waste management in Malaysia. In conclusion, this study help people to understand the generation of construction and demolition waste, the potential problem of construction and demolition waste and the effective construction and demolition waste management.