Sustainability Strategies and Practices
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What strategy can enhance the sustainability of goods and services?

  • Ignoring the health impact of materials
  • Maximizing the use of biological and renewable resources (correct)
  • Decreasing energy efficiency
  • Increasing waste production

Which approach is effective in reducing the energy required for transforming goods?

  • Increase the use of fossil fuels
  • Promote the use of non-renewable resources
  • Reduce energy consumption with efficient technologies (correct)
  • Implement energy-intensive manufacturing processes

What is a primary goal of promoting public participation in sustainability efforts?

  • To disregard public opinion on environmental matters
  • To gather insights and foster community support (correct)
  • To increase environmental degradation
  • To enhance corporate profits without community engagement

How can the materials intensity for non-renewable goods be effectively reduced?

<p>Through substitution technologies (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key consideration when assessing the impact of planned projects?

<p>Considering impacts on air, soil, water, flora, and fauna (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can increase materials efficiency in sustainability practices?

<p>Enhancing the recyclability of materials (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does internalizing external costs help promote in sustainability?

<p>Reducing long-term ecological impacts (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can the use of dispersion of toxic materials be controlled effectively?

<p>By implementing stricter monitoring and controls (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key strategy for promoting sustainable consumption?

<p>Enhancing a participatory approach by involving stakeholders (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one key benefit of optimizing building orientation?

<p>Minimizing solar heat gain (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is essential for internalizing external costs?

<p>Considering the impact on air, soil, water, flora, and fauna (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered when developing economic instruments for sustainable consumption?

<p>The influence of existing social frameworks (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is essential for achieving good indoor air quality?

<p>Implementing quality air filtration (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can energy efficiency be enhanced in sustainable procurement?

<p>By reducing the energy required for transforming goods and services (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can sustainable site planning reduce environmental impact?

<p>By avoiding sensitive environmental areas (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential impact of alternative financing mechanisms on projects?

<p>To encourage sustainable practices (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What approach is recommended for waste management in construction?

<p>Implementing construction waste management (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which approach is vital in waste management techniques for sustainable practices?

<p>Supporting instruments of international conventions and agreements (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of eco-friendly materials in sustainable procurement strategies?

<p>To promote sustainable resource sourcing (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to consider the economic impact of local structures in sustainability efforts?

<p>To ensure the preservation of local economic benefits (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which practice enhances water efficiency in buildings?

<p>Implementing rainwater harvesting (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is encouraged to effectively reduce environmental impacts?

<p>Considering the planned projects' impact on ecosystems (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which innovation may help achieve Green Building Index objectives?

<p>Integrating smart building technologies (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one strategy for minimizing solar heat gain?

<p>Using reflective building envelopes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Sustainable Consumption

Using resources in a way that doesn't harm the environment and meets the needs of the present without compromising the future.

Material Efficiency

Using fewer materials to produce the same amount of goods.

Reduce Material Demand

Decreasing the need for raw materials.

Substitution Technologies

Replacing materials with alternatives in the production of materials.

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Public Participation

Involving the public in discussions and decision-making about sustainability.

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Impact on Health & Quality of Life

How our products and processes affect people's health and well-being.

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Reduce Energy Use

Decreasing the energy required for making and delivering products.

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Impact of Planned Projects

Assessing the effects of planned projects on the environment.

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Green Building Index (GBI)

A rating system that assesses the sustainability of buildings based on criteria like energy efficiency, indoor environment quality, sustainable site planning, and material use.

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Building Orientation

The direction a building faces, influencing solar heat gain and natural lighting.

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Solar Heat Gain

The amount of heat from the sun that enters a building through windows and walls.

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Indoor Environmental Quality (EQ)

Measures the comfort and health of a building's interior, focusing on air quality, acoustics, and temperature.

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Low Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Materials

Materials with low emissions of harmful chemicals that contribute to air pollution.

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Sustainable Site Planning

Designing buildings that are integrated into their environment, with access to transportation and open spaces.

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Brownfields

Contaminated land that can be reused after cleanup.

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Construction Waste Management

Properly storing, collecting, and reusing construction waste to reduce environmental impact.

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Alternative Financing

Using methods other than traditional loans to fund sustainable projects, like crowd-funding or green bonds.

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Economic Instruments

Tools used to promote sustainable consumption, such as taxes on polluting products or subsidies for eco-friendly ones.

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Internalize External Costs

Making companies responsible for the environmental and social harm caused by their products, like pollution or waste.

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Participatory Approaches

Involving stakeholders, such as communities and businesses, in decision-making about sustainable practices.

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Institutional Frameworks

The rules, laws, and policies that govern sustainable development, promoting collaboration and accountability.

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Influence of Social Framework

How social norms, values, and attitudes impact the adoption of sustainable practices.

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Impact on Local Structure

The influence of sustainable projects on the community, economy, and environment in a specific location.

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International Conventions and Agreements

Global treaties and frameworks that set standards for sustainability, like the Paris Climate Agreement.

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Study Notes

Chapter 2, Part 1: Sustainability in Built Environment

  • The chapter focuses on sustainability in built environments.
  • Subsections include Sustainable?, Sustainable Development?, Sustainable Construction?, and Malaysian Perspectives.

Chapter 2, Part 2: Sustainable Design & Delivery

  • Topics include Introduction, Sustainable Construction Concepts, Advantages & Disadvantages, Elements of Sustainable Design, Principles of Sustainable Construction Regulations & Tools, Constructability, Value Engineering (VE), Lean Construction, and BIM.

Chapter 2, Part 3: Sustainable Construction

  • Topics include Introduction, Sustainable Construction Concepts, Advantages & Disadvantages, Elements of Sustainable Design, Principles of Sustainable Construction Regulations & Tools, Constructability, Value Engineering (VE), Lean Construction, and BIM.

Sustainable Design and Delivery

  • Various sections are available in this part, including introductions, a range of concepts, advantages/disadvantages, elements of design, regulations & tools, techniques, related fields (constructability, value engineering, lean construction, and BIM).

Sustainable Construction Rating Tools

  • Green Building Index (GBI)
  • MyCrest
  • Green RE
  • Green Pass
  • Penarafan Hijau by Public Work Department (PWD).

GBI (Green Building Index)

  • The GBI is an environmental rating system for buildings, developed by PAM (Pertubuhan Arkitek Malaysia) and ACEM (Association of Consulting Engineers Malaysia).
  • The GBI aims to guide, assist, and quantify built environmental impact to achieve reduced carbon emissions and environmental impact, with consideration for socio-economic factors.
  • GBI criteria includes: Energy Efficiency, Indoor Environment Quality, Sustainable Site Planning & Management, Materials & Resources, Water Efficiency, and Innovation.

MyCREST

  • MyCREST is a Malaysian Carbon Reduction and Environmental Sustainability Tool that focuses on guiding, assisting, and quantifying reductions in carbon emissions and environmental impact.
  • MyCREST aims to integrate socio-economic aspects into built environment and urban development considerations.

Lean Construction

  • Lean construction focuses on eliminating waste, improving flow, and optimizing processes to maximize value for the customer.
  • Key aspects of Lean Construction include identifying wasteful activities, compressing cycle times (process, inspection, wait, and move time), and aligning the entire supply chain with project needs.

Value Management (VM)

  • VM is a multi-disciplinary approach for achieving better value in construction projects.
  • The technique aims to identify and eliminate unnecessary costs while maintaining value in the final product/service.
  • VM can provide significant cost reductions.

Constructability

  • Constructability refers to the ability of a design to be constructed.
  • It's a project management technique used to identify potential obstacles during the design/pre-construction phase.
  • Identifying obstacles and issues early can lead to improved project outcomes (error reduction, delay prevention, cost control).

Other Strategies and Implementations

  • Several strategies and possible implementations for sustainable construction are detailed, like procurement, site/environment considerations, material selection, waste prevention, recycling, energy efficiency, material reuse, health/safety, indoor environment quality, and other related strategies.

Benefits of Sustainable Construction

  • Reduced costs, improved efficiency, better environmental protection, and a more sustainable future are among the benefits of sustainable building practices.

Malaysian Perspectives (Chapter 2, Part 1)

  • Specific examples (such as Tanariimba at Janda Baik, Pahang) are mentioned.

Examples of Sustainable Construction

  • Examples like Tanariimba, Menara Mesiniaga, ZEO (Zero Energy Office), and GreenEO & LEO buildings in Putrajaya are discussed.

Sustainability in Construction (General)

  • There are various ways to approach and implement sustainable construction.
  • Several key principles and strategies are detailed.

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This quiz explores various strategies and practices that enhance the sustainability of goods and services. It covers the reduction of energy in transforming goods, public participation, and materials efficiency. Test your knowledge on key considerations for sustainable practices and the control of toxic materials.

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