Open AccessA S.W.O.T. Analysis of Green Procurement Implementation in Construction Projects
Author(s) -
Zafikha Aida Bidin,
Asmah Alia Mohamad Bohari,
Syamimi Liyana Amat Rais,
M M Saferi
Publication year - 2019
Publication title -
iop conference series. earth and environmental science
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.179
H-Index - 26
eISSN - 1755-1307
pISSN - 1755-1315
DOI - 10.1088/1755-1315/385/1/012017
Subject(s) - procurement , business , process management , construction industry , strengths and weaknesses , engineering management , operations management , knowledge management , construction engineering , computer science , engineering , marketing , psychology , social psychology
Green-related practices are widely implemented in various countries to ensure that problems related to the environment can be reduced. The concept of green-related practices and strategies were introduced and identified in providing the green procurement can be fully implemented in the Malaysian construction project. Green procurement concept is presented as one of the initiatives to support in reducing environmental issues throughout construction execution. Hence, this paper focuses on analysing the strengths and weaknesses of green procurement as well presented the opportunities and threats towards construction. Focus group discussion was conducted among green expert's participant who shares their experiences and point of views related to green procurement. The outcomes of this research findings offer plans and a clearer picture for practitioners in implementing green procurement practices in construction execution.