assess the design, construction, intended use and future-proofing, including the local, natural or manmade environment surrounding the building.
enables real estate investors, developers and building owners to assess and mitigate sustainability-related impacts during the design and works of a refurbishment or fit out project.
International standard assists property investors, owners, managers and occupiers to drive sustainable improvements through operational efficiency.
Integrating sustainable design into the masterplanning of new communities or regeneration projects
has demonstrated specialist skills in sustainability and environmental design combined with a high level of competence in the BREEAM assessment process.
A BREEAM Assessor understands the process and technical issues covered by the scheme for which they must be qualified and licensed.
The Innovate UK Technology Strategy Board has produced a report on ‘The business case for adapting buildings to climate change’ based on two expert panel meetings. The report recognised the ‘explicit attention to climate change adaptation’ introduced in the 2014 version of BREEAM New Construction, as well as the role of BREEAM in driving industry transformation by ‘bridging the gap between innovative and mainstream practice’.
Corporate image and compliance with CSR requirements
Developer, Owner, and Tenant:
The Innovate UK Technology Strategy Board report, suggests that BREEAM gives clients ‘a way to differentiate themselves in a competitive market with a highly visible, authoritative and internationally recognised quality mark’. More specifically, the survey conducted by BSRIA on the Value of BREEAM, suggests that, from a ‘social perspective’, industry recognition is the most significant benefit, followed by advantages in public relations and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). In fact, approximately 40% of the developers surveyed considered CSR one of the main reasons to pursue a BREEAM certification.
Future development
All BREEAM schemes are updated on a regular basis in response to stakeholder feedback and changes in industry practice.
BREEAM certification will therefore continue to provide value in respect to the three pillars of sustainability; enabling improved environmental, economic and social outcomes for the built environment.
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