Appraisal of Waste Minimization and Management in the Context of Malaysian Construction Industry

Abstract

These days, the building and construction industry is a main provider to the source of national economy in most countries. Though, incorrect construction waste management lead to numerous difficulties such as prohibited dumping along the roadsides, demolition waste and disposal of construction at landfills as Malaysia is facing severe deficiency of landfill space and lately the matter has developed more serious through the country, which these have caused major government sources and environmental problem. Sustainable waste management aids construction key players to diminish and making better use of material on their construction project. The waste minimization strategy is not only implemented during the construction stage, but it record and estimates the use materials through whole project delivery process. This paper will discuss and elaborate on waste minimization and management in the context of Malaysian construction sector. Waste minimization plan is necessary to reduce present and future risks to human health and the environment which presents guidelines that can be used by professional personnel and organizations to decrease the amount and perniciousness of wastes generated.