Key influencing factors for green public hospital building development in Malaysia

Abstract

The green hospital movement began years ago, following by several countries release their green rating system for the hospital buildings. In the past few years, a few newly constructed private hospital buildings in Malaysia have strived for the green building index certification. Paucity studies demonstrate that public hospital buildings have established for certifying the index. Despite the recognition of the importance of green building in achieving sustainability goal and the existence of many studies on issues associated with green innovations adoption in general, few have specifically examined factors influencing the development of green public hospital building. As a result, with the intent to enhance green building promotion efforts, the primary objective of this study is to investigate the key factors influencing the development of green public hospital building. A review of literature has been conducted and a set of factors were identified. A questionnaire survey was carried out based on the literature review to solicit experts’ opinions. The experts were requested to evaluate the degree to which factor was an important in the implementation of green public hospital buildings. Feedbacks from 82 design experts were collected and analysed using descriptive analysis. The findings indicate that several factors were identified as key factors for the development of green public hospital buildings. The identified factors have incorporated with the accomplishment of environmental stewardship, social responsibility and economic prosperity.

Green Building, Green Innovation and Green HRM: Determinants of Green Hospital Implementation at West Pasaman Regional General Hospital

“…For instance, a study by Amran and Muhtazaruddin [20] found that implementing green building principles in hospitals can enhance patient welfare, assist curative processes, and utilize natural resources in an environmentally friendly manner. Additionally, Sahamir et al [21] discovered that green building implementation leads to significant measurable performance in energy and resource conservation, contributing to the realization of a green hospital. Furthermore, Marshal et al [22] established that the application of green building concepts in hospitals not only conserves energy but also reduces waste, thereby providing environmental benefits like improved air and water quality, waste reduction, and support for the conservation of natural resources.…”

Critical Success Factors for Green Building Promotion: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

“…Commitment of all project participants 2 [45], [13] C3 Human resource CSF9 Skilled participants 6 [44], [45], [13], [50], [54], [55] CSF10 Experience in GBs 3 [44], [48], [50] C4 Management CSF11 Detailed plan 2 [45], [48] CSF12 Innovative management approaches 5 [44], [45], [13], [48], [54] CSF13 Support from senior management 3 [45], [13], [48] CSF14 Effective feedback and troubleshooting 3 [45], [13], [48] CSF15 High motivation 3 [45], [48], [55] CSF16 Integrated design 4 [46], [47], [57], [58] C5 Technology CSF17 Advanced machinery and equipment 4 [45], [13], [48], [54] CSF18 Available sustainable materials 5 [44], [47], [53], [54], [59] CSF19 Innovative technological approaches 7 [44], [45], [53], [54], [58]…”

Energy Performance Contracting Initiative in Malaysian Public Hospitals

“…tool. Control energy consumption and reduce energy loss have been identified as the major factor that contribute to the development of Green public hospital building [15]. Currently Hospital Langkawi is the first public hospital to achieved Gold level certification according to LEED green building certification tool.…”