What is BREEAM certification?

The BREEAM certification mark provides an internationally recognised badge of assurance that the assessment of a project conforms to the requirements of the scheme. The certification mark can be showcased to demonstrate the quality, performance and sustainable credentials of the asset.

What is BREEAM and how does it work?

BREEAM is the world's leading science-based suite of validation and certification systems for sustainable built environment. Since 1990, BREEAM's third-party certified standards have helped improve asset performance at every stage, from design through construction, to use and refurbishment.

What's the difference between BREEAM and LEED?

LEED's thresholds are based on percentages, while BREEAM uses quantitative standards. LEED is considered to be simpler in its approach, while BREEAM is more academic and rigorous.

Is BREEAM used in the US?

Renovations and tenant improvement projects in the United States use BREEAM International Refurbishment and Fit Out (RFO). Each assessment requires evidence to support the design and construction decisions agreed upon during the project's development and ensures they have been fully implemented.

How do I get a BREEAM certificate?

BREEAM - An Introduction to the International Sustainability Standard for the Built Environment

How much does BREEAM cost?

BRE's new certification fees are £870 per asset per Part (used to be £800).

Is BREEAM only in the UK?

BREEAM is an internationally recognised measure of a building's sustainability. Some 535,000 buildings have been BREEAM certified, with a further 2,217,000 registered for certification. While many of these are in the UK, increasing numbers are now in more than 74 other countries.

How long does BREEAM certification last?

Certificates are valid for a period of one year with a simple and cost effective renewal process in place. By enabling cyclical reassessment and recertification, BREEAM In-Use enables continual monitoring, reporting and improvement of performance over time.

Is BREEAM mandatory?

As part of the government's Construction Strategy, it is now a requirement for all public projects to undergo an environmental assessment; achieving an Excellent BREEAM rating.

Why do people use BREEAM?

BREEAM standards work to minimise harmful carbon emissions by considering smarter energy solutions, minimising operational pollution and using sustainable materials. In addition, BREEAM can also help you improve water usage and reduce material waste.

What are the disadvantages of BREEAM certification?

The two most common complaints are firstly that the privatisation of the BRE may have skewed it towards an unhelpful commercial standpoint. Secondly, and more importantly, some have complained that BREEAM can give far too much credit given to peripheral or even useless environmental aspects of building design.

What are the drawbacks of BREEAM?

Pros and Cons of BREEAM

Conversely, some have criticised the use of BREEAM for potentially incurring higher upfront capital costs as a result of building to the required standards. BREEAM assessments have also been accused of being overly complicated to administer.

What countries use BREEAM?

These countries are: The Netherlands (BREEAM NL), Spain (BREEAM ES), Norway (BREEAM NOR), Sweden (BREEAM SE) and Germany (BREEAM DE).

What are BREEAM requirements?

The BREEAM In-use standards provide a framework to enable property investors, owners, managers and occupiers to determine and drive sustainable improvements in the operational performance of their assets, leading to benchmarking, assurance and validation of operational asset data.

What is a very good BREEAM score?

A score of 85% or above must be obtained to achieve Outstanding, compared to 70% for an Excellent rating.

Is BREEAM still used?

It has two parts: building asset and building management. Both parts are relevant to all non-domestic, commercial, industrial, retail and institutional buildings. BREEAM In-Use is widely used by members of the International Sustainability Alliance (ISA), which provides a platform for certification against the scheme.

Who certifies BREEAM?

BREEAM Assessors are qualified and licensed to ensure the assessment meets BREEAM quality and performance standards. The assessment then undergoes a Quality Audit (QA) check from the accredited third-party independent and impartial certification body, BRE Global Ltd.

What are the different types of BREEAM certification?

BREEAM International Refurbishment & Fit-Out (2014) – excluding Bespoke developed criteria. BREEAM UK Domestic Refurbishment (2012 & 2014) Home Quality Mark (2015 Beta) BREEAM Infrastructure New Construction (2015)

How much do BREEAM assessors earn?

The average Breeam assessor salary is £43,563. This is 3.3% above the national average advertised salary of £42,185. Most Breeam assessor job ads are for Engineering Jobs and Trade & Construction Jobs.

What is a BREEAM accredited professional?

A BREEAM Accredited Professional (BREEAM AP) has demonstrated specialist skills in sustainability and environmental design combined with a high level of competence in the BREEAM assessment process.

Does BREEAM add value?

BREEAM can add value for occupiers

Knight Frank research has shown that BREEAM adds value from an investor and landlord perspective. It was found that 'Very Good', 'Excellent' and 'Outstanding' rated office buildings in London have achieved rental premiums of between 3.7% and 12.3% over the past decade.

What are BREEAM requirements?

The BREEAM In-use standards provide a framework to enable property investors, owners, managers and occupiers to determine and drive sustainable improvements in the operational performance of their assets, leading to benchmarking, assurance and validation of operational asset data.

How long does BREEAM certification last?

Certificates are valid for a period of one year with a simple and cost effective renewal process in place. By enabling cyclical reassessment and recertification, BREEAM In-Use enables continual monitoring, reporting and improvement of performance over time.

How long is BREEAM certification?

This visit can take 2-3 hours as the assessor collects photographic evidence of the various systems, materials and features of the development. It is recommended that the site visit takes place as soon after PC as possible in order to prevent credits being lost as a result of changes made by future occupants.

What are the different types of BREEAM certification?