BREEAM certification for efficient, sustainable and better-positioned real estate assets
We accompany developers, owners, funds, operators and technical teams in obtaining BREEAM certification, integrating sustainability, energy efficiency, document control and cost-benefit analysis from the early phases of the project or from the operation of the existing asset.
BREEAM as a value tool for owners, investors and operators
The certification BREEAM allows the evaluation, certification and communication of a building's sustainable performance through an internationally recognised methodology. For B2B profiles, its value lies not only in obtaining a label, but in turning sustainability into useful information for the investment, financing, marketing, operation and decision-making.
At Evalore we approach BREEAM from a technical, economic and operational perspective. We analyse which credits are truly viable, which strategies provide a return and how integrate certification requirements without generating unnecessary extra costs nor friction in the design, construction or operation process of the asset.
What does the BREEAM certification evaluate?
BREEAM —Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Methodology— is a sustainability assessment and certification system for buildings. It analyses the environmental performance of the asset through categories such as management, health and wellbeing, energy, transport, water, materials, waste, land use, ecology, pollution and innovation.
For a company, fund, developer or operator, BREEAM offers a technical framework to demonstrate that the asset incorporates measurable environmental criteria. This makes it possible to transform design, construction and operational decisions into verifiable arguments of property value, risk mitigation, operational efficiency and ESG positioning.
Benefits for the asset, property and users
A BREEAM methodology aimed at reducing operational burden
BREEAM certification can become a complex process if it is not correctly integrated. Evalore structures the work from the outset to reduce uncertainty, coordinate responsibilities and maintain control over deadlines, evidence, costs and technical decisions.
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Pre-evaluation or feasibility study
We analyse the starting point of the project or building, the client's objectives and the level of certification that can be aimed for. In this phase, the most appropriate requirements, credits or strategies are identified, as well as their technical, financial and documentary implications.
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Design support
We work alongside the project team to integrate the certification requirements into the technical documentation. This phase makes it possible to coordinate disciplines, anticipate key decisions and avoid subsequent corrections that could lead to cost overruns or delays.
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Site supervision or implementation
During the construction, refurbishment or implementation phase, we provide support in the review of evidence, tracking of requirements, coordination with the stakeholders involved and document control.
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Certification
We collect, review and submit the final documentation to the relevant certifying body. We also support the client throughout the review process, resolution of comments and closure until the certificate is obtained.
Why Evalore?
- We are a Specialist sustainability consulting applied to real estate.
- We have worked on offices, housing, hotels, educational centres, retail premises and industrial assets.
- We manage LEED, BREEAM, WELL, SITES and Passivhaus certifications with a technical, economic, and commercial focus.
- Our methodology has helped to achieve over €500,000 saved on investment costs in a large-scale BREEAM project.
- We increase the value of your assets through sustainability.
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Success stories
We support national and international clients on projects where sustainability is a key consideration real value for the asset, users and investment.
Frequently asked questions about BREEAM certification
1. What is the BREEAM certification?
BREEAM is one of the most widespread sustainability certifications in Europe. It assesses the environmental performance of buildings in categories such as energy, health and wellbeing, water, materials, waste, transport, ecology, pollution, management, and innovation.
2. When to choose BREEAM over LEED?
BREEAM is usually particularly well-suited for projects located in Spain or Europe, where it has a high level of implementation and recognition. The decision should be made based on the target market, the asset typology, investor requirements and the cost-benefit ratio of each scheme.
3. What is BREEAM In-Use?
BREEAM In-Use is a certification aimed at existing buildings. It allows the asset and its management to be evaluated, improvement opportunities to be identified, and a roadmap to be defined to reduce consumption, improve operation, reinforce the ESG strategy, and increase the traceability of environmental performance.
4. Can BREEAM help reduce costs?
Yes, if used as an improvement tool and not just as a badge. It can help sort out decisions regarding energy, water, maintenance, materials, waste, and management. Evalore aims to ensure the process serves to detect measures with a return on investment and avoid actions that add points but bring no real value to the asset.
5. What BREEAM certification levels exist?
BREEAM establishes different certification levels based on the score achieved: Pass, Good, Very Good, Excellent and Outstanding. Evalore analyses from the outset which level is technically viable and economically reasonable for each project.
6. What is the difference between BREEAM New Construction and BREEAM In-Use?
BREEAM New Construction applies to projects at the design and construction stage. BREEAM In-Use applies to existing buildings in operation. The former makes it possible to integrate sustainability criteria from the project development stage; the latter helps to assess, improve and accredit the performance of an already constructed asset.
7. What role does the BREEAM advisor have?
The BREEAM advisor coordinates the process, interprets the requirements, defines the credit strategy, reviews evidence and supports the team through to certification. At Evalore, this role is reinforced with a cost-benefit perspective, preventing certification from becoming a paperwork burden with no real impact on the project's value.
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Define the ESG roadmap for your asset or portfolio
Tell us the current stage of your project or asset and we will help you identify the most suitable certification, the priority actions and the technical strategy with a better balance between environmental impact, cost, feasibility and property value.