BREEAM

BRE's Environmental Assessment Method (BREEAM) New Construction is a standardised environmental assessment method and certification rating system used for new non-domestic buildings or major refurbishments. It forms part of the suite of BREEAM schemes that are used across the building life cycle. The assessment method is recognised internationally and is applied in more than 100 countries, including the UK, with the principal aims of mitigating the life cycle impact of buildings on the environment and providing a credible environmental label for the sector.

After introducing the key issues, the section addresses aspects of the assessment process and the costs of BREEAM. The final focus is on maximising the benefits of BREEAM through effective management of the overall process.

This section is maintained by Jane Wakiwaka of REM Limited.

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