The building sector accounts for more than 40% of energy consumption, generates 40% of all waste and consumes some 16% of water for construction activities. With the sustainability agenda gaining traction amongst real estate investors, will green buildings soon be a more common feature in Malaysia? Or is the cost just too exorbitant? We discuss this with Amy Wong, Executive Director Research and Consultancy of Knight Frank.



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The building sector accounts for more than 40% of energy consumption, generates 40% of all waste and consumes some 16% of water for construction activities. With the sustainability agenda gaining traction amongst real estate investors, will green buildings soon be a more common feature in Malaysia? Or is the cost just too exorbitant? We discuss this with Amy Wong, Executive Director Research and Consultancy of Knight Frank.Image credit: Shutterstock

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