BREEAM Design & Assessment

BREEAM is the world’s foremost environmental assessment method and rating system for buildings, with 200,000 buildings with certified BREEAM assessment ratings and over a million registered for assessment since it was first launched in 1990. BREEAM sets the standard for best practice in sustainable building design, construction and operation.

Why pursue BREEAM or BREEAM In Use?

• Market recognition for low environmental impact buildings
• Confidence that tried and tested environmental practice is incorporated in the building
• Inspiration to find innovative solutions that minimise the environmental impact
• A system to help reduce running costs, improve working and living environments
• A standard that demonstrates progress towards corporate and organisational environmental objectives

What is the difference between BREEAM and LEED?

• BREEAM International was developed with a view on local adaptation
• BREEAM is preferred by European and Asian investors
• BREEAM certification process is more flexible due to lower amounts of mandatory credits

If you have difficulties in deciding which certification do you want to approach – please contact us (Ksenia Agapova) and we will provide you with all necessary materials to make an informed decision.

What is the difference between BREEAM and BREEAM In Use?
The biggest opportunity to address the environmental impact lies in better management and improvement of the existing building stock. BREEAM In-Use has been developed to recognise and encourage better building management and targeted investment in existing building stock. It consists of a standard, an easy-to-use assessment methodology and an independent certification process that provides a clear and credible route map to improving sustainability.

Why pursue BREEAM In-Use?

• Reduce operational costs
• Enhance the value and marketability of property assets
• Provide a transparent platform for landlords, owners and tenants to identify and negotiate building improvements
• Provide a route to compliance with environmental legislation and standards, including energy labelling and ISO 14001
• Facilitate engagement with staff in the identification of productivity improvements and sustainable business practices
• Provide genuine evidence of sustainability and CSR

Why certify with NAI Global?

• Flexible and client-oriented solutions
• Experience of certification worldwide
• Tight certification schedule
• Ability to work across borders

For more details please contact Ksenia Agapova (k.agapova@naibecar.com)