Factors that influence protection of environment for sustainability in Malaysia

Abdul Razak, Dzuljastri and Bile, Abdisalam Nor and Mahamad Maifiah, Mohd Hafidz and Mohd Latiff, Nur Hanie (2025) Factors that influence protection of environment for sustainability in Malaysia. South East Asia Journal of Contemporary Business and Law, 36 (1). pp. 108-120. ISSN 2289-1560

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Abstract

This study investigates the sustainability of five factors that influence protection of environment in Malaysia namely , reduction of pollution, conservation of water, waste management efficiency, saving energy and recycling . These are critical issues faced by Malaysian affecting their health, food security, waste management and conservation of energy. In addition, it will also explore whether recycling has a significant impact on environmental sustainability. The methodology used was based on purposive sampling, which selects participants who meet specific criteria, including their awareness and involvement in environmental protection in theory or practice. Data were collected through face-to-face interviews and online questionnaires. In total, 271 responses were collected. The collected quantitative data were processed using SPSS and PLS-SEM. The findings, based on rigorous statistical analysis, confirmed that all five factors, reduction of pollution, conservation of water, waste management efficiency, saving energy and recycling have significant positive effects on the protection of the environment, with reduction of pollution being the most impactful. This study enriches the literature on environmental protection in Malaysia which is highly significant in addressing planetary health, ecology and biodiversity to ensure that sustainable development goals are achieved. The results guides policymakers to design more effective frameworks to tackle changes in environment while balancing economic growth and ecological well-being.

Item Type:	Article (Journal)
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Keywords: Air pollution, Water conservation, Waste management, Energy savings Recycling and Protection of environment in Malaysia
Subjects:	BPG Islamic geography > BPG113 Environmental ethics/responsibility. Sustainable living.
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	International Institute for Halal Research and Training (INHART)
Depositing User:	Dr Dzuljastri Abdul Razak
Date Deposited:	05 Feb 2026 15:56
Last Modified:	05 Feb 2026 15:58
Queue Number:	2026-02-Q2055
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/127313

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