01 February 2024 | Muhammad Sajjad, Anfeng Hu, Abdullah Mohammed Alshehri, Ahsan Waqar, Abdul Mateen Khan, Abdulrahman S. Bageis, Yassir G. Elaraki, Ahmed Ali A. Shohan and Omrane Benjeddou
This study explores the application of Building Information Modelling (BIM) for energy simulation and optimization in net-zero tall buildings, focusing on sustainable construction management. The research addresses the gap in understanding how BIM can be effectively applied to achieve net-zero energy consumption in tall buildings, particularly in the Malaysian construction industry. The study presents a novel strategy that integrates BIM technology with energy analysis tools for net-zero tall buildings in Malaysia. The aim is to provide valuable insights for the construction industry, policymakers, and researchers by conducting empirical research, utilizing case studies, validating the proposed framework, advancing sustainable design practices, and supporting the transition towards net-zero energy tall buildings in Malaysia. The methodology involves a three-phase approach, including qualitative analysis, a pilot survey, and a main questionnaire. Exploratory factor analysis (EFA) validates the categorization derived from qualitative interviews, while Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM) assesses the convergent and discriminant validity of the measurement model. Hypotheses testing using bootstrapping establishes the significance of correlations between BIM deployment and key factors such as early design integration, enhanced energy efficiency, optimized system integration, predictive performance analysis, and validation of sustainable design. The research findings support the positive associations between BIM deployment and the mentioned factors, providing statistical significance through T-statistics and p-values. The implications of this research extend beyond the Malaysian context, offering valuable insights for architects, engineers, and stakeholders involved in designing and managing sustainable tall buildings. By addressing the identified gaps and leveraging BIM technology effectively, stakeholders can contribute to the construction of net-zero energy structures, aligning with global efforts towards sustainable and energy-efficient building practices. The study also highlights the importance of BIM in energy simulation and optimization for net-zero tall buildings, demonstrating its effectiveness in improving energy efficiency, system integration, and sustainable design validation. The findings support the positive correlations between BIM deployment and key factors in achieving net-zero energy objectives, providing statistical evidence for the practical application of BIM in sustainable construction management.This study explores the application of Building Information Modelling (BIM) for energy simulation and optimization in net-zero tall buildings, focusing on sustainable construction management. The research addresses the gap in understanding how BIM can be effectively applied to achieve net-zero energy consumption in tall buildings, particularly in the Malaysian construction industry. The study presents a novel strategy that integrates BIM technology with energy analysis tools for net-zero tall buildings in Malaysia. The aim is to provide valuable insights for the construction industry, policymakers, and researchers by conducting empirical research, utilizing case studies, validating the proposed framework, advancing sustainable design practices, and supporting the transition towards net-zero energy tall buildings in Malaysia. The methodology involves a three-phase approach, including qualitative analysis, a pilot survey, and a main questionnaire. Exploratory factor analysis (EFA) validates the categorization derived from qualitative interviews, while Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM) assesses the convergent and discriminant validity of the measurement model. Hypotheses testing using bootstrapping establishes the significance of correlations between BIM deployment and key factors such as early design integration, enhanced energy efficiency, optimized system integration, predictive performance analysis, and validation of sustainable design. The research findings support the positive associations between BIM deployment and the mentioned factors, providing statistical significance through T-statistics and p-values. The implications of this research extend beyond the Malaysian context, offering valuable insights for architects, engineers, and stakeholders involved in designing and managing sustainable tall buildings. By addressing the identified gaps and leveraging BIM technology effectively, stakeholders can contribute to the construction of net-zero energy structures, aligning with global efforts towards sustainable and energy-efficient building practices. The study also highlights the importance of BIM in energy simulation and optimization for net-zero tall buildings, demonstrating its effectiveness in improving energy efficiency, system integration, and sustainable design validation. The findings support the positive correlations between BIM deployment and key factors in achieving net-zero energy objectives, providing statistical evidence for the practical application of BIM in sustainable construction management.