Green Buildings in Malaysia
Green buildings are increasingly hot property in Malaysia today, with the aspiration of a green home becoming a more popular concept with homebuyers. Green developments are springing up across the country, as developers seek to meet the demand for this environmentally-positive style of property.
First off, a green building is one which is designed to ensure outstanding efficiency in energy use, water use, and sustainability of materials used in construction. In Malaysia, green buildings are designed and accredited according to a system called the Green Building Index (GBI). The Green Building Index (GBI) and its accreditation panel were established by the Malaysian Institute of Architects (or Pertubuhan Akitek Malaysia/PAM) in 2008. The aim was to provide a trusted and consistent source of information and accreditation for the growing number of green buildings in the country. The GBI offers guidance and rating tools for developers to understand and create buildings which align with the efficiency and positive environmental goals of green design.
They’re measured across six major areas:
- Energy efficiency – Improved energy consumption, minimising solar heat gain, harvesting natural light, adoption of renewable energy, ensuring proper testing and maintenance.
- Indoor environment quality – Good indoor air quality, acoustics, visual and thermal comfort. Use of low volatile organic compound materials, quality air filtration, temperature control, movement and humidity.
- Materials and resources – Sustainable materials as well as proper construction waste management systems.
- Sustainable planning and management – Appropriate sites with access to public transportation, open spaces and landscaping. No damage to environmentally sensitive areas. Reducing the strain on existing infrastructure capacity.
- Water efficiency – Rain water harvesting, water recycling, water saving fittings.
- Innovation – Innovative design solutions that meet other GBI goals.
Examples of NRNC Green Buildings in Malaysia:
- Bangunan Suruhanjaya Tenaga
- Setia City Mall
- Menara Binjai
- Petronas Twin Towers
- Bangunan Yayasan Melaka
- Melawati Mall
- Menara Kuan Choo
- Sarawak Energy Berhad
- Menara Darussalam
- Menara Worldwide
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Article Source: Property Guru & GBI
