REVIEW OF GREEN PROJECT MANAGEMENT PRACTICES IN THE MALAYSIAN CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

Abstract

With the growing global concerns over climate change and increasing awareness of sustainable development, the importance of incorporating green principles in the construction project management processes has gained substantial traction around the world. The government of Malaysia have launched several incentives to promote and finance the implementation of sustainable practices. However, the awareness and adoption rate of green project management (GPM) practices remain low in the Malaysian construction industry. This study adopts a systematic literature review to explore the current status quo and future research directions of GPM practices in the construction industry. The findings underscore a growing scholarly interest in GPM practices in recent years, with key research themes emerging around enablers and influencers for green construction project management (GCPM), Building Information Modelling (BIM) applications, and green supply chain management (GSCM). This study suggests future studies on the development of decision-making frameworks to support the project stakeholders in implementing best GPM practices. Future research should focus on developing a BIM application framework to support automated green construction management process. This review is significant to foster a culture of sustainability and contribute to driving green initiatives and supporting sustainable agenda of the National Construction Policy 2030 in Malaysia.