BREEAM
BREEAM – Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method
Evaluation Criteria
BREEAM is one of the world’s leading and oldest certification systems for sustainable construction.
It assesses key environmental and sociocultural factors—ranging from energy efficiency, waste management, and transportation access to biodiversity and indoor air quality.
It evaluates the environmental, social, and economic sustainability of buildings and infrastructure projects.
This makes sustainability measurable, comparable, and strategically useful.
Independent Certification
BREEAM provides a transparent assessment based on independent verification and is used in more than 85 countries.
Comprehensive Assessment
It evaluates performance at every stage—from planning and construction to operation and renovation—based on recognized benchmarks.
Third-Party Certification
BREEAM provides a transparent assessment based on independent verification and is used in more than 85 countries.
Advantages
Lower operating and energy costs improve profitability, increase market appeal, and support the property’s long-term value appreciation—which is particularly relevant for investors and project developers.
Energy
The reduction of CO2 emissions is a key component of the assessment.
Water
The focus is on efficiency and the responsible use of resources.
Environmental Impact
Environmentally friendly planning approaches and adaptation to climate change are taken into account.
Ecology
The protection of biodiversity and ecological habitats is a key evaluation factor.
Health and Well-Being
The goal is to ensure a healthy and high-quality environment for users.
Levels of Certification
• Outstanding
• Excellent
• Very good
• Good
• Satisfactory
• Sufficient
