Green Rural Road Elements for Rural Road in Malaysia

Abstract

Nowadays, the implementation of green practices has become one of the most favoured methods in road construction, given that these vital infrastructure assets have a significant impact on the environment and human well-being. These impacts include alterations to the physical landscape and a negative effect on the quality of life for the surrounding communities. In Malaysia, particularly in rural areas, the networks comprise the largest proportion of roads in the country, making efficient and sustainable rural road networks even more crucial. Therefore, this study aims to identify the elements of green rural road networks that should be considered in the development of rural roads. Moreover, the absence of a specific guideline for green road development in rural areas highlights the need to address this gap through a systematic approach. Through an intensive literature review, 32 elements for green rural road networks were identified based on common core attributes of green rating system and rural characteristics and issues in Malaysia.