scholarly journals Tsurushibina Craft Story in the Context of Community Development: Inatori District of Higashiizu Town, Japan

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (8) ◽  
pp. 117
Author(s):  
Mariia Eduardovna Ermilova ◽  
Mitsunari Terada ◽  
Isami Kinoshita
Keyword(s):  
Community Development ◽  
Natural Environment ◽  
Environmental Sustainability ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Sustainable Community Development ◽  
Sustainable Community ◽  
Global Problems ◽  
History Of ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Open Access Article

During the last century, global problems initiated the studies on a linkage between local culture and sustainability. Local craft production considered one of the way of sustainable community development, preserving the cultural connection with the natural environment, contributing to economic, social and environmental sustainability. This study aims to investigate origins of the traditional Japanese Tsurushibina decoration craft, its connection to natural environment, history of origin, preservation and use in Inatori district and consider the possibilities to use the Tsurushibina decoration craft for sustainable community development.eISSN: 2398-4287 © 2018. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open access article under the CC BYNC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia.DOI: https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v3i8.1416

scholarly journals The Implementation of Sustainable Energy Initiatives in Campus Buildings

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (17) ◽  
pp. 63-77
Author(s):  
Mohamad Sufian Hasim ◽  
Wan Farissa Haslin Wan Azam ◽  
Ahmad Ezanee Hashim ◽  
Nor Rima Muhamad Ariff
Keyword(s):  
Environmental Sustainability ◽  
Management Practices ◽  
Sustainable Energy ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Energy Awareness ◽  
Facilities Management ◽  
Awareness Programs ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Open Access Article

Sustainable energy initiatives are one of the substantial measures toward achieving environmental sustainability goals and should be adopted by facilities management practices in university. This paper examined the sustainable energy initiatives implemented at three (3) participated universities with the objectives to identify the most current effective initiatives undertaken and to propose future improvement strategies. The perception of six (6) key persons was observed via a semi-structured interview. The most implemented strategies were establishing energy awareness programs, adopting energy-efficient appliances and equipment, managing time schedules, and implementing the prepaid metering system. The study suggested that the firm commitments and participation from all parties in universities are needed towards achieving a sustainable campus. Keywords: Sustainable Energy; Energy Conservation; Energy Efficiency; Sustainable Facilities Management 2398-4279 © 2019 The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA CE-Bs by E-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open-access article under the CC BY-NC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer-review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia. DOI: https://doi.org/10.21834/ajqol.v4i17.201

scholarly journals Corporate Environmental Responsibility in Malaysia and India: A Preliminary Analysis

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (11) ◽  
pp. 195
Author(s):  
Irini Ibrahim ◽  
Khor Poy Hua ◽  
Sodiq Omoola
Keyword(s):  
Environmental Sustainability ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Policy Framework ◽  
Environmental Responsibility ◽  
Toxic Substances ◽  
Corporate Environmental Responsibility ◽  
Environmentally Sustainable ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Corporate Social ◽  
Open Access Article

Following the activities of a tyre recycling company in Johor, Malaysia, over 2000 people fell sick and 111 schools were shut when toxic substances were released into the Sungai Kim Kim, a river in Pasir Gudang. This paper examines the relevance of corporate environmental responsibility (CER) policy framework in ensuring constant environmental sustainability by corporate bodies in Malaysia. The paper adopts a comparative law research methodology to assess the potential impact of environmentally sustainable corporate social responsibility across two jurisdictions i.e., Malaysia and India. Looking at existing CER framework in another jurisdiction, the paper argues that voluntary and mandatory CER can strengthen existing environmental regulations in Malaysia under the environmental regulation in Malaysia.Keywords: Environment, Corporate Environment Responsibility, Malaysia, IndiaeISSN: 2398-4287 © 2019. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open access article under the CC BYNC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia.DOI: https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v4i11.1662

scholarly journals Provisions and Accessibility of Natural Environment in Paediatric Wards

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (9) ◽  
pp. 141
Author(s):  
Roslinda Ghazali ◽  
Mohamed Yusoff Abbas
Keyword(s):  
Open Access ◽  
Natural Environment ◽  
Urban Areas ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Healing Process ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Klang Valley ◽  
Negative Feelings ◽  
Process Length ◽  
Open Access Article

The provisions and accessibility of natural environment in Malaysian public paediatric wards in the Klang Valley were analysed further, based on data obtained in earlier studies pertaining to the general status and physical design trend of those wards. Data collected were based on personal observations, questionnaires, interviews and documentations, which involved eight paediatric wards located in both urban and non-urban areas. Findings revealed patients were less satisfied with the provisions and accessibility provided. While those negative feelings could impact upon their healing process, hence upon their Length of Stay (LOS), however, such correlation could not be determined in the present study.Keywords: Paediatric community; natural environment; healing process; length of stayeISSN 2398-4295 © 2018. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open-access article under the CC BY-NC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia

scholarly journals The Legal Framework of Shareholders Activism in Malaysia in Promoting Environmental, Sustainability and Governance (ESG)

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (16) ◽  
pp. 203-208
Author(s):  
Muhammad Umar Abdul Razak ◽  
Wan Zulhafiz Wan Zahari ◽  
Abdul Mu'iz Abdul Razak ◽  
Azlan Roni ◽  
Nurul Ula Ulya
Keyword(s):  
Environmental Sustainability ◽  
Corporate Sustainability ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Sustainability Reporting ◽  
General Meeting ◽  
Legal Framework ◽  
Legal Analysis ◽  
Reporting Practices ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Open Access Article

Environmental, sustainability and governance (ESG) are components in a corporate sustainability reporting. This paper analysed the legal framework in Malaysia to promote ESG. It employed library-based doctrinal study and comparative legal analysis in a descriptive, analytic and prescriptive manner. Despite the availability of legal framework, the shareholder’s proposal is mostly turned down in general meeting. Nevertheless, there is a growing trend of shareholders activist advocating ESG-related matters. This paper contributes to the discussion on strengthening the framework to promote ESG reporting practices in Malaysia. Keywords: ESG; shareholders activism, shareholder’s proposal, eISSN: 2398-4287© 2021. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open access article under the CC BYNC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians/Africans/Arabians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia. DOI: https://doi.org/10.21834/ebpj.v6i16.2663

scholarly journals The Impact of Marine Tourism Towards the Local Community at Pulau Pangkor, Perak

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (13) ◽  
pp. 168-176 ◽  
Author(s):  
Firdaus Chek Sulaiman ◽  
Norajlin Jaini ◽  
Ely Rouzee Jamaluddin ◽  
Nur Idzhainee Hashim
Keyword(s):  
Environmental Sustainability ◽  
Local Community ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Marine Tourism ◽  
Marine Life ◽  
Tourism Sector ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Main Factors ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Open Access Article

Marine tourism is one of the main factors contributing to the growth of the tourism sector in Malaysia.  Malaysia is among the countries that have assets of most beautiful islands with diverse marine life. It is attracting visitors to enjoy the beauty of the sea nature. The vibrant activity was an opportunity for local community to engage in the tourism sector. Thus, this study was conducted to determine the perceptions of local community towards the impact of tourism activities in Pulau Pangkor. The study involved 150 respondents among the local community that involved in the tourism sector.Keywords: marine tourism, environmental sustainability, local tour business, local tour operators.eISSN 2398-4279 © 2018. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open access article under the CC BY-NC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia. DOI: https://doi.org/10.21834/ajqol.v3i13.174

scholarly journals Exploring the Elements of Natural Landscape Character in Engaging Children with their Natural Environment

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (5) ◽  
pp. 209
Author(s):  
Marina Abdullah ◽  
Wan Noor Anira Wan Ali ◽  
Izham Ghani
Keyword(s):  
Natural Environment ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Free Play ◽  
Natural Landscape ◽  
Exploration Process ◽  
Environment Exposure ◽  
New Knowledge ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Landscape Character ◽  
Open Access Article

Exploration process will increase the experience of children’s life primarily during their learning stages. The process of exploration helps children to get closer to nature and appreciate its surroundings. The elements of natural landscape character may potentially enable children to be more creative in gaining experience and increase new knowledge. Children learn best through free play and discovery (White, 1998). It will stimulate their positive senses, emotions and social interaction among other children and its environment. This research focuses on the investigation of the favourite place for children ages 5 and 6 years old. This research will strengthen the engagement of children experience with nature. However, there are constraints which are limiting the natural environment exposure with the children. Therefore, the elements of the natural landscape should be integrated with consideration to the children’s needs and the natural environment.Keywords: Natural landscape, children exploration, natural environmentISSN: 2398-4287© 2017. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open access article under the CC BYNC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia.

scholarly journals Exploring Collaborative Design and Sustainable Living in British Cohousing Communities

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (14) ◽  
pp. 30
Author(s):  
Jingjing Wang ◽  
Yiru Pan ◽  
Karim Hadjri
Keyword(s):  
Environmental Sustainability ◽  
Collaborative Design ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Social Sustainability ◽  
Sustainable Communities ◽  
Design Standards ◽  
Sustainable Living ◽  
Community Residents ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Open Access Article

Cohousing is a new collaborative housing concept to foster closer social bonding and sustainable communities. This paper discusses the key principles, priorities, and challenges of Cohousing design through interviews with four architects and four Cohousing community residents. The interviews were carried out 1) to demonstrate the application of the design standards, 2) to understand residents’ thinking and behaviour change, and 3) to establish the environmental and social sustainability in a cohousing setting. The findings could lead to a toolkit and guide for Cohousing design process and to establish a better understanding of Cohousing design and development process in the UK.Keywords: Cohousing Community; Cohousing Design; Environmental Sustainability; Social Sustainability;eISSN 2398-4295 © 2018. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open-access article under the CC BY-NC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia.

scholarly journals Nature as a Stimulating Learning Environment for Design-based Students

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (11) ◽  
pp. 46-54
Author(s):  
Haikal Hazman Hashim ◽  
Zuraini Denan
Keyword(s):  
Learning Environment ◽  
Natural Environment ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
The Core ◽  
Three Samples ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Preliminary Study ◽  
Design Students ◽  
Questionnaire Surveys ◽  
Open Access Article

Stimulating design base students in an appropriate learning environment is crucial in motivating the students to produce creative works. Refreshing atmosphere with full of green, natural topography and comfortable micro-climate are considered ideal criteria of the learning environment, which also the core of sustainable design. The research attempts to investigate the importance of natural environment to  design students, based on the analysis of observation and questionnaire surveys. For a preliminary study, the research analysed three samples of design schools in Selangor, Malaysia. Findings indicate that students prefer having natural environment in surrounding, and it can stimulate the students’ creativity process. Keyword: Design; schools; natural; environment eISSN 2514-751X © 2018. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open-access article under the CC BY-NC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia.

scholarly journals Lessons Learned from Traditional Vietnam Northern Lowland Habitation

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (9) ◽  
pp. 57-64
Author(s):  
Hoang Manh Nguyen
Keyword(s):  
Environmental Sustainability ◽  
Climate Adaptation ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Land Area ◽  
Cultural Behavior ◽  
Lowland Area ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Climate Adaption ◽  
Open Access Article

This paper presents the cultural behavior to Nature of traditional housing in Vietnam Northern low land area and the discussion around the following issues: Characteristic of climate in Vietnam Northern lowland area. Approaches to environmental sustainability and climate adaptation through the analysis of traditional housing in Vietnam Northern lowland area. Status and architectural trends of rural housing development in Northern lowland area today. Keywords: Cultural behavior; climate adaption; Vietnam Northern lowland area; environmental sustainability eISSN 2514-751X © 2018. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open-access article under the CC BY-NC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia. DOI: https://doi.org/10.21834/aje-bs.v3i9.299  

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