Environmental Impacts of Mega Construction Project

Chan, Siang Wan (2022) Environmental Impacts of Mega Construction Project. Final Year Project (Bachelor), Tunku Abdul Rahman University College.

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Abstract

One of the industrial sectors that contributes significantly to Malaysia’s economic growth is the construction industry. Mega construction projects, as compared to other smaller projects, has a substantial operation that includes the use of electricity and non-renewable resources, as well as the generation of a fairly large amount of toxins, such as pollution contaminants, solid waste, noise, and water discharge. If insufficient mitigating measures are taken, environmental effect may occur at different stages of property development, from the construction until occupation. As a result, the negative environmental effects caused by construction activity cannot be overlooked. The aim of this study is to look into the causes, consequences, and potential solutions for reducing the environmental impacts of mega construction activities. This research is focused on the literature review, the questionnaire survey and interview. Specifically, the noise, air and water pollutions are the environmental effects being investigated in this study. Managerial and new technology, as well as designing alternatives or using renewable building materials such as green materials and also proper preparation, are needed to improve the working environment of the construction sites. The author hopes that the environmental impacts of mega construction in Malaysia will be minimised through this research.