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Comparison of selected building Unique parameter;
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performance rating systems
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t Prepared by N. Larsson of iiSBE for
the Sustainable Building Alliance
25-Feb-09 Impact categories adapted from CEN TC 350
Personal safety and security
storage of radioactive waste
Changes in biodiversity and
Pollution of water bodies by
Depletion of non-renewable
Depletion of non-renewable
Depletion of non-renewable
Financial risk or benefits for
Depletion of land resources
Commissioning / start-
non-radioactive hazardous
being of off-site population
Exhaustion of solid waste
stratospheric ozone layer
commercial retail viability
Hazards from disposal or
Health, security and well-
functional impairments to
Hazards from disposal of
other ecological systems
Pre-design or design
System
Minimum performance
New or major retrofit
Acidification of land and
productivity for users of
Construction phase
disassembly phase
features dependent
wastewater, other than
Eutrophication of water
Housing affordability or
Photo-chemical ozone
Health, well-being and
system (employment,
Changes in economic
sites suitable for non-
freshwater resources
Operations phase
resources other than
Changes to social or
Weightings where
Weightings where
economic stimulus)
Ability of users with
applicable, fit-out
Building type or
threshold for this
Destruction of the
hazardous waste
with ecological or
applicable, new
agricultural value
Fit-out phaseif
creation (POCP)
Local Context
Design phase
cultural systems
Existing bldg.
water resources
Demolition or
Climate change
primary energy
primary energy
use the facility
eutrophication
Renovation
Refit phase
construction
Residential
brief phase
dependent
applicable
Level 1 issue
up phase
parameter
investors
School
of users
Office
Retail
bodies
Other
facility
waste
Level 2 issue
Level 3 issue
There are 3 active worksheets.
Note that single letters in Column A identify system name for sorting New / reno Applicable main occupancies Applicable Phases Adaptation Minima Weights Ecological systems Resources Waste Health, society and culture Economy
BREEAM Offices 2008
BREEAM was the first comprehensive assessment system New build, Associated functions include
renovation or reception & waiting areas, staff 1. Design Stage (DS) for Interim BREEAM Certificate 7 criteria
introduced. It has been revised several times, and versions now Adaptation to Waste impact Health, social and cultural impact Economic impact
General.. 2. Post-Construction Stage (PCS) – for Final BREEAM Ecological impact categories relevant to Resource impact categories relevant
B exist for Offices (reviewed here), Schools, Retail, Courts, combination, restaurants and kitchens, staff local conditions have New Fit-out categories relevant to categories relevant to system categories relevant to
Certificate system parameters to system parameters
Notes.. Industrial, Multi-residential and EcoHomes. BREEAM Bespoke extensions or gym or creche, IT suites, storage or building type minimum build only system parameters parameters system parameters
existing bldg. & waste management areas. PCS is before handover and commissioning standards
provides custom services for application outside the UK.
fit-out Office areas must be >50% of
B Whole building or project a a a a a a a a a a a a 100.0% a a a a a a a a a a a a
a a a a a a a a
B t Management a a a a a a a a 12.0% 13.0% a a a a a a a a aa a a a a a a a
B t Health & Well-being a a a a a a a a a 15.0% 17.0% a a a a a a a
B t Energy a a a a a a a a a 19.0% 21.0% a a a a a a a a a
B t Transport a a a a a 8.0% 9.0% a a a a a a a a a a a a
B t Water a a a a a a a 6.0% 7.0% a a a a a a a
B t Materials a a a a a a a 12.5% 14.0% a a a a a a a a a
B t Waste a a a a a a 7.5% 8.0% a a
B t Land Use & Ecology a a a a a a a a a 10.0% N.A. a a
B t Pollution a a a a a a 10.0% 11.0% a a a a a a a
Certivéa (HQE) quality requirements for Offices and Schools
Covers offices and schools in one Energy
The system is based on the 14 unweighted issue areas Adaptation to Weights are Waste impact Health, social and cultural impact Economic impact
General.. reference framework; other perf. at
developed by HQE. As of 2008, about 200 projects are certified New Self-assessments followed by independent audits at end
local conditions least inferred from lack
Ecological impact categories relevant to Resource impact categories relevant
categories relevant to categories relevant to system categories relevant to
H frameworks available for retail,
Notes.. for at least one phase; 2/3 are private, 1/3 public; 80% are offices, construction of design brief, design and construction phases.
or building type Good or of explicit weights
system parameters to system parameters
system parameters parameters system parameters
hotels, healthcare and "logistics
20% schools; 15 buildings are certified in all 3 phases.
platforms". Very
H Whole building or project a a a a a a a a a a a Good
a a 100.0% a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a
H Eco-construction a a a a a a a a a 21.4% a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a
H t Eco-management a a a a a a a 28.6% a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a
H t Comfort of users a a a a a a a a a 28.6% a a a a a
H t Health of users a a a a a a a a 21.4% a a
AQUA for Offices and Schools
Energy
The system is closely based on the French HQE system for non- Adaptation to Weights are Waste impact Health, social and cultural impact Economic impact
General.. perf. At
resdiential buildings, although some low-level parameters are New Covers offices, schools and multi- Self-assessments followed by independent audits at end Ecological impact categories relevant to Resource impact categories relevant
A local conditions least inferred from lack categories relevant to categories relevant to system categories relevant to
Notes.. different. It is being implemented by FCAV, a Brazilian foundation construction unit residential of design brief, design and construction phases.
or building type Good or of explicit weights
system parameters to system parameters
system parameters parameters system parameters
associated with the University of Sao Paolo.
Very
A Whole building or project a a a a a a a a a a aGood
a a 100.0% a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a
A Eco-construction a a a a a a a a a 21.4% a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a
A t Eco-management a a a a a a a 28.6% a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a
A t Comfort of users a a a a a a a a a 28.6% a a a a a
A t Health of users a a a a a a a a 21.4% a a
DGNB
The label requirements are determined by the German
government in cooperation with the German Sustainable Building Minimum
Adaptation to Waste impact Health, social and cultural impact Economic impact
General.. Council. The first labels are to be issued early in 2009. There New Weights for new Ecological impact categories relevant to Resource impact categories relevant
D are three main issue areas (Ecological, Economic and Socio- Offices, perhaps more A Pre-certificate and a Certificate are issued local conditions or categories relevant to categories relevant to system categories relevant to
construction build or renovation system parameters to system parameters
Notes.. economic and Functional Quality), with Technical and Process or building type threshold system parameters parameters system parameters
req'ments
Quality issues as cross-cutting elements. Assessment boundary
is limited to the building footprint.
D Whole building or project a a a a a a a 100.0% a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a
D t Ecological Quality a a a a a 22.5% a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a
D t Economical Quality a a a a 22.5% a a a
D t Socio-Cultural and Functional Quality a a a a 22.5% a a a a
D t Technical Quality a a a a 22.5% a
D t Process Quality a a a a a 10.0% a a a
D t Location Quality a a 0.0% a a a a a a
SBT Uffici 1.1
Adaptation of GBTool for Italian conditions. Each criterion is Adaptation to Minimum Weights may be for Waste impact Health, social and cultural impact Economic impact
General.. provided with a worksheet that defines scores for performance Ecological impact categories relevant to Resource impact categories relevant
S Offices and associated functions local conditions or a specific location categories relevant to categories relevant to system categories relevant to
levels, assessment and calculation methods , referenced system parameters to system parameters
Notes.. or building type threshold or building sub-type system parameters parameters system parameters
standrads and required documentstion. req'ments
S Whole building or project a a a a a a a a a a 100.0% a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a
S Site selection, project planning and urban design a a a a a 6.5% a a a a a a a a a a a a
S t Energy and resource consumption a a a a a a a 43.0% a a a a a a a a a a
S Environmental loadings a a a a a a a 17.2% a a a a a a a a a a a
S t Indoor environmental quality a a a a a a a 19.4% a a a a a
S Service Quality a a a a a 12.9% a a a a a a
S Social and economic aspects a a a a 1.1% a
LEnSE
LEnSE is a research project funded by the EC and led by BBRI, Example
Core EU
ARMINES, BRE and others. The system is the first to integrate New and Adaptation to Minimum UK wts LEnSE has made many innovative suggestions for the type of
General.. weights LEnSE has extensive proposals for dealing Resource impact categories relevant LEnSE deals with
social and economic variables into its structure. It also has an renovation is Offices and multi-unit residential Intended to cover the whole life cycle local conditions or shown parameters to be included, relevant benchmarks and how
L shown
Notes.. innovative weighting system that pre-sets 800 points as core threshold (total with polluted and remediated sites. to system parameters radioactive waste
covered or building type (total 800 supporting documentation is to be provided.
weights, then permits countries using it to assign 200 more points req'ments 1000
points)
in any category to reflect regional priorities. points)
L Whole building or project a a a a a a a a a a a a 100.0% a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a
L t Environmental a a a a a a a a a a a a 50.0% 49.5% a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a
L t Social a a a a a a a a a a a a 30.0% 32.5% a a a a a a a a a
L t Economic a a a a a a a a a a a a 20.0% 18.0% a a a
PromisE a a a a
The system was developed by VTT, and is intended to be applied Adaptation to Minimum Waste impact Health, social and cultural impact Economic impact
General.. to large projects with value greater than 5 million Euro. Ecological impact categories relevant to Resource impact categories relevant
P Offices local conditions or categories relevant to categories relevant to system categories relevant to
Performance levels range from A to E, where E is the Finnish system parameters to system parameters
Notes.. or building type threshold system parameters parameters system parameters
Building Code level. req'ments
P Whole building or project a a 100.0% a a a a a a a a a a a a a a
P t Management a a a a a a a
P t Sustainable Sites (land use, ecology, transport) a a a a
P Water Efficiency a a
P t Energy & Atmosphere a a a a a
P t Materials and Resources a a
P t Indoor Environmental Quality a a a a
P t Other
Offices & Schools
AQUA for Offices
BREEAM Offices
Comparison of selected key
SBT Uffici 1.1
and Schools
Certivéa for
parameters of rating
PromisE
LEnSE
DGNB
systems
2008
Note that single letters in Column A identify system names for sorting
Energy and atmospheric emissions
Evidence of an improvement in the energy efficiency of the building’s
B fabric and services and therefore achieves lower building operational
related CO2 emissions.
B Evidence of direct sub-metering of energy uses within the building.
Evidence that sub-metering of energy consumption by
B tenancy/building function area is installed within the building (in high
energy load and tenancy areas).
Evidence that a feasibility study considering local (on-site and/or
B near site) low or zero carbon (LZC) technologies has been carried
out and the results implemented.
Evidence that the first credit has been achieved and there is a 10%
B reduction in the building’s CO2 emissions as a result of the
installation of a feasible local LZC technology.
Evidence that the first credit has been achieved and there is a 15%
B reduction in the building’s CO2 emissions as a result of the
installation of a feasible local LZC technology.
Up to two credits are available with evidence of the installation of
B energy-efficient lift(s).
Evidence that escalators reduce unnecessary operation when there
B is no passenger demand.
H Non-renewable primary energy saving
H Pollution control
A Redução do consumo de energia por meio da concepção
arquitetônica
A Redução do consumo de energia primária e dos poluentes
associados
D Global warming potential (GWP)
D Ozone depletion potential (ODP)
D Photochemical ozone creation (POCP)
D Acidification potential (AP)
D Primary energy demand, non-renewable (PEnr)
D Primary energy demand, renewable (PEr)
S Fabbisogno annuo di energia primaria per la climatizzazione invernale
S Fabbisogno annuo di energia primaria per il raffrescamento
S Emissioni effetto serra prodotte annualmente per l'esercizio dell'edificio
S Emissione di sostanze acidificanti prodotte annualmente
Emissioni responsabili della formazione di fotossidanti prodotte
S annualmente
L Building - depletion of nonrenewable primary energy
L t Transport - depletion of nonrenewable primary energy
L Destruction of the stratospheric ozone layer
L Local tropospheric ozoneformation
P t Setting of requirements for energy consumption
P Heat consumption
P Environmental impact of building products
Offices & Schools
AQUA for Offices
BREEAM Offices
Comparison of selected key
SBT Uffici 1.1
and Schools
Certivéa for
parameters of rating
PromisE
LEnSE
DGNB
systems
2008
Note that single letters in Column A identify system names for sorting
P Environmental impact from energy use
Offices & Schools
AQUA for Offices
BREEAM Offices
Comparison of selected key
SBT Uffici 1.1
and Schools
Certivéa for
parameters of rating
PromisE
LEnSE
DGNB
systems
2008
Note that single letters in Column A identify system names for sorting
Daylighting, glare and lighting
Evidence that, in all relevant building areas, lighting is appropriately
B zoned and occupant controllable.
Evidence that at least 80% of floor area in each occupied space is
B adequately daylit.
Evidence that an occupant-controlled shading system (e.g. internal
B or external blinds) is fitted in relevant building areas.
Evidence that high frequency ballasts are installed on all fluorescent
B t and compact fluorescent lamps.
Evidence that all internal and external lighting, where relevant, is
B specified in accordance with the appropriate maintained illuminance
levels (in lux) recommended by CIBSE
Evidence that, in all relevant building areas, lighting is appropriately
B zoned and occupant controllable.
Energy-efficient external lighting is specified and all light fittings are
B controlled for the presence of daylight.
H Optimisation of natural light comfort
H Availability of comfortable artificial lighting
H Availability of artificial lighting of outside areas
Garantia de iluminância natural ótima evitando seus inconvenientes
A (ofuscamento)
A Iluminação artificial confortável
D Visual comfort
S Illuminazione naturale negli ambienti principali
S Abbagliamento (glare)
S Livelli di illuminamento e qualità della luce artificiale
L Lighting comfort (artificial & natural)
P Intensity and uniformity
P Prevention of reflections and glare
Indoor air quality and ventilation
Evidence that fresh air is capable of being delivered to the occupied
B spaces of the building via a natural ventilation strategy, and there is
sufficient user-control of the supply of fresh air.
Where air intakes serving occupied areas avoid major sources of
B external pollution and recirculation of exhaust air.
Evidence that the emissions of VOCs and other substances from
B key internal finishes and fittings comply with best practice levels.
H t Reduction in sources of unpleasant odours
H t Limitation of unpleasant olfactory sensations
H Control of pollution sources
H Limitations of effects of air pollutants on health
Limitation of nuisances stemming from the internal space and from
H surfaces
A t Garantia de uma ventilação eficaz
A t Controle das fontes de odores desagradáveis
Offices & Schools
AQUA for Offices
BREEAM Offices
Comparison of selected key
SBT Uffici 1.1
and Schools
Certivéa for
parameters of rating
PromisE
LEnSE
DGNB
systems
2008
Note that single letters in Column A identify system names for sorting
A Garantia de uma ventilação eficaz
A Controle das fontes de poluição
D Indoor air quality
S Migrazione di inquinanti tra ambienti
S Monitoraggio della qualità dell'aria
S Controllo degli agenti inquinanti (Radon)
S Qualità dell'aria e della ventilazione in ambienti ventilati naturalmente
Qualità dell'aria e della ventilazione in ambienti ventilati
S meccanicamente
S Velocità dell'aria in ambienti ventilati meccanicamente
S Efficienza di ventilazione in ambienti ventilati meccanicamente
L Ventilation conditions
L Indoor air quality
P Volume of ventilation (air exhange rate)
P t Purity of incoming air
Offices & Schools
AQUA for Offices
BREEAM Offices
Comparison of selected key
SBT Uffici 1.1
and Schools
Certivéa for
parameters of rating
PromisE
LEnSE
DGNB
systems
2008
Note that single letters in Column A identify system names for sorting
Water and wastewater
Evidence that the specification includes taps, urinals, WCs and
B showers that consume less potable water in use than standard
specifications for the same type of fittings.
Evidence that a water meter with a pulsed output will be installed on
B the mains supply to each building/unit.
Evidence that a leak detection system is specified or installed on the
B buildings water supply.
Evidence that proximity detection shut-off is provided to the water
B supply to all toilet areas.
Evidence that effective on site treatment such as Sustainable
B Drainage Systems (SUDs) or oil separators have been specified in
areas that are or could be a source of watercourse pollution.
H Savings of potable water
H t Management of rainwater at parcel scale
H Management of wastewater
Maintenance of drinking water quality in building water distribution
H systems
H t Control of access to collective distribution systems
Control of quality of water not stemming from a drinking water
H t distribution system
A Redução do consumo de água potável
A Otimização da gestão de águas pluviais
A Qualidade e durabilidade dos materiais empregados em redes
internas
A Organização e proteção das redes internas
A Controle da temperatura na rede interna
A Controle dos tratamentos anticorrosivo e anti-incrustação
D Consumption of fresh water in use phase
S Uso di acqua potabile per irrigazione
S Uso di acqua potabile per usi interni
S Acque grigie inviate in fognatura
S Permeabilità del suolo
L Use of freshwater resources
P Quality of water distribution system
P Utilisation of rain water
P Water consumption monitoring facilities
Transport
The credits are awarded on a sliding scale based on the assessed
B buildings’ accessibility to the public transport network.
Evidence that covered, secure and well-lit cycle storage facilities are
B provided for all building users
B Adequate changing facilities are provided for staff use.
Evidence that the site layout has been designed in accordance with
B best practice to ensure safe and adequate pedestrian and cycle
access.
Offices & Schools
AQUA for Offices
BREEAM Offices
Comparison of selected key
SBT Uffici 1.1
and Schools
Certivéa for
parameters of rating
PromisE
LEnSE
DGNB
systems
2008
Note that single letters in Column A identify system names for sorting
Evidence that a travel plan has been developed and tailored to the
B specific needs of the building users.
Evidence that the number of parking spaces provided for the
B building has been limited.
D Bicycle comfort
D Travel connections
S Distanza dai servizi di trasporto pubblico
S Supporto all'uso di biciclette
L Key amenities - provision and proximity
L Public transport accessibility
L Provision of safe and adequate pedestrian route ways
L Provision of safe and adequate cycle lanes and cyclist facilities
L Provision of car pooling facilities
P Vicinity of pedestrian and bicycle routes
P Level of public transportation services
Offices & Schools
AQUA for Offices
BREEAM Offices
Comparison of selected key
SBT Uffici 1.1
and Schools
Certivéa for
parameters of rating
PromisE
LEnSE
DGNB
systems
2008
Note that single letters in Column A identify system names for sorting
Materials
New Build and Major Refurbishment: Up to four credits are
B available, determined by the Green Guide to Specification ratings for
the major building elements.
Fit Out only: Up to two credits are available, determined by the
B Green Guide to Specification ratings for the major finishing
elements. that at least 80% of the combined area of external hard
Evidence
B landscaping and boundary protection specifications achieve an A or
A+ rating, as defined by the Green Guide to Specification.
Evidence that at least 50% of the total final façade (by area) is
B reused in situ and at least 80% of the reused façade (by mass)
comprises in-situ reused material.
Evidence that a design reuses at least 80% of an existing primary
structure and, for part refurbishment and part new build, the volume
B t of the reused structure comprises at least 50% of the final
structure’s volume.
H Adaptability and durability of the building
H Construction process selected
H Construction materials and products selected
H End-of-life deconstructability / recyclability
Escolhas construtivas para a durabilidade e a adaptabilidade da
A construção
A Escolhas construtivas para a facilidade de conservação da
construção
Escolha dos produtos de construção a fim de limitar os impactos
A socioambientais da construção
Escolha dos produtos de construção a fim de limitar os impactos da
A construção à saúde humana
Other effects on the global environment (material use from
D renewable resources)
D Other consumption of renewable resources
S Riutilizzo di strutture esistenti
S Uso di materiali riciclati/recuperati
S Uso di materiali prodotti da fonti rinnovabili
S Uso dei sostituti del cemento nel calcestruzzo
S Uso di materiali riciclabili e smontabili
Depletion and use of renewable and non renewable resources (other
L than primary energy)
L Responsible sourcing of materials
P Recycling rate of building materials
P t Total use of raw materials (excluding by-products)
Offices & Schools
AQUA for Offices
BREEAM Offices
Comparison of selected key
SBT Uffici 1.1
and Schools
Certivéa for
parameters of rating
PromisE
LEnSE
DGNB
systems
2008
Note that single letters in Column A identify system names for sorting
Solid Waste
New build and refurbishment: up to three credits are available if the
amount of non-hazardous construction waste (m3/100m2 or
B
tonnes100m2) generated on site by the development is the same as
or better than good or best practice levels.
New build and refurbishment: where a significant majority of
B nonhazardous construction waste generated by the development will
be diverted from landfill and reused or recycled.
Fit Out only: Where evidence provided demonstrates that waste
B generated by the fit-out works will be sorted, separated into key
waste groups and measured.
Fit Out only: Where the majority of non-hazardous construction
B waste generated by the fit-out works will be diverted from landfill and
reused or recycled.
Where a central, dedicated space is provided for the storage of the
B building’s recyclable waste streams.
Limitation of waste production, identification, waste management
H and recovery
H Control of waste production
H Adequacy of internal and external waste collection
H Control of waste sorting
H Optimisation of internal waste collection system
A Otimização da gestão dos resíduos do canteiro de obras
Otimização da valorização dos resíduos gerados pelas atividades de
A uso e operação do edifício
Qualidade do sistema de gestão dos resíduos de uso e operação do
A edifício
D Waste by Waste categories
S Rifiuti solidi prodotti in fase operativa
P Quality of waste management of building
P Quality of waste management on building site
Offices & Schools
AQUA for Offices
BREEAM Offices
Comparison of selected key
SBT Uffici 1.1
and Schools
Certivéa for
parameters of rating
PromisE
LEnSE
DGNB
systems
2008
Note that single letters in Column A identify system names for sorting
Land Use & Ecology
Evidence that the majority of the footprint of the proposed
B development falls within the boundary of previously developed land.
Evidence that the land used for the new development has, prior to
B development, been defined as contaminated and adequate remedial
steps have been taken to decontaminate the site prior to
construction. the site’s construction zone is defined as land of low
Evidence that
B ecological value and all existing features of ecological value will be
fully protected from damage during site preparation and construction
works. that the change in the site’s existing ecological value, as a
Evidence
B result of development, is minimal
Evidence that there is no negative change in the site’s existing
B ecological value as a result of development.
Where the design team (or client) has appointed a suitably qualified
ecologist to advise and report on enhancing and protecting the
B ecological value of the site; and implemented the professional’s
recommendations for general enhancement and protection of
Where there is a positive increase in the ecological value of the site
B of up to (but not including) 6 species.
Where there is a positive increase in the ecological value of the site
B of 6 species or greater.
The client has committed to achieving the mandatory requirements
B listed below and at least two of the additional requirements
The client has committed to achieving the mandatory requirements
B listed below and at least four of the additional requirements.
H Pollution control
A Impactos do edifício sobre a vizinhança
D Risks for local environment (groundwater, surface water, ground, air)
S Valore ecologico del sito
S Livello di contaminazione del sito
L Minimise point sources of eutrophication
L Land of low ecological value
L Mitigating impact on existing site ecology
L Enhance native plant/animal species
L Habitat management / action plan
L Re-use of previously developed sites
L t Development footprint
L Contaminated land, bioremediation and soil reuse
L Certified Environmental Management System
P Utilization of existing built environment
P Utilization of existing networks
P Value of building lot with regard to nature protection
P t Appearance of rare species on site
P Soil sealing
Offices & Schools
AQUA for Offices
BREEAM Offices
Comparison of selected key
SBT Uffici 1.1
and Schools
Certivéa for
parameters of rating
PromisE
LEnSE
DGNB
systems
2008
Note that single letters in Column A identify system names for sorting
P Removal of soil materials on site
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External Specific Loadings Loadings
Performance Loadings Impact Units and
Design strategies or elements loads & Performance
summary 1 2 3 summary Categories comments
demands Factors
Exterior heat Indoor
Orient to maximize solar gain in heating and humidity temperature Non- Depletion of
season and to minimize in cooling during hot maintained at Space heating renewable
season
Consumption of non- Based on simulation
season; cold XX +/- YY fuels used on
non-renewable fuels renewable results using an hour-by-
weather & low deg.C for xx/24 site for heating Non- hour energy simulation
Number, location and size of windows to
humidity & hours; or cooling renewable fuels program
balance daylight w.heat loss or gain Mechanical primary energy
winds during
High performance glazing to minimize space cooling Delivered used for Units used:
cold season; Relative
thermal transmission electrical operations on GHG primary Energy consumption:
humidity
Exterior shading located in walls power for site emissions from KwH/m2 per year and
Orientation maintained
operations Tonnes or kg./m2 * yr,
within limits X to Mechanical
Energy and Emissions
exposed to high solar gain and designed affecting solar non-renewable
to maximize solar cutoff during cooling space generated by fuel or TOE/m2 * yr
gain and Y; fuels Primary emissionse:
season but to minimize during heating ventilation from non-
therefore heat eCO2 per m2 *
season. renewable
gain or loss. Ventilation rate year,based on CO2,
Maximize daylighting effectiveness
Demand by Provision of XX Renewable SO2, Nox and
through amount and location of glazed
occupants for Lpp DHW at 55 Domestic hot fuels used on Methane;
opening, glazing characteristics and
interior reflective surfaces domestic hot degC. On 24 hr. water site for heating
water (DHW) basis or cooling Primary energy is
Maximize use of renewable energy Climate delivered electrical
sources to minimize use of non- Delivered power multiplied by
Demand for Change primary energy factor
renewable sources. electrical Renewable
electric power Power for GHG primary plus fuels combusted
Maximize efficiency of HVAC equipment power for fuel and
by artificial interior lighting
electric power
emissions from GHG on site.
that uses non-renewable fuels Provision of operations
lighting and equipment renewable primary
Maximize efficiency of building power for generated used for Generating fuel mix
systems, fuels
conveying systems, motors, pumps etc. lighting and from operations emissions affects primary energy
building
Digital building management system with equipment to a renewable
Electrical factor;
mechanical and
feedback from key systems. level of X Power for power for
conveying Adjust for actual v.
Through lease instruments, ensure that kW/m2 exterior operations
equipment, also theoretical occupancy;
tenants use only EE equipment lighting and generated on-
by occupant
equipment site from
Train operating staff and occupants equipment.
renewable
sources GHG Based on estimates of
Use water-conserving fixtures Provision of
Demand for A. Gross emissions water consumption
water for
Use grey water for irrigation and toilet potable water consumption generated by using typical
occupants consumption figures for
purposes by occupants; of potable energy used
sanitary the region for
water for pumping
Retain rain water for use as grey water fixtures comparable occupancy
Demand for and treating types and occupancy
Retain and treat storm water for use in clean water by Provision of potable water Depletion of densities.
Water
irrigation Provision of Gross B. Recyclable
mechanical water for all and
systems; building-related water for
consumption sanitary waste wastewater water Units are litres or m3 of
Use green roof for storm water capture of water
uses external uses water resources water from all sources
Monitor leaks Demand for Net Net used per occupant (or
water by consumption per m2) per year for
consumption
Train operating staff and occupants Provision of C. Retention of of potable site, building systems
exterior of potable
water for recyclable water and occupancy uses.
landscaped
systems
building storm and rain A - (B + C) water
systems use water For area measure,
normalize according to
Separating Design Elements and Strategies from Loadings - some exam
Design Elements and Strategies Loadings
Level 1 issue
Level 2 issue
To be Level 1 issue
Level 2 issue
Level 3 issue Level 3 issue
HQE non-residential HQE non-residential
Site and Construction Site and Construction
1 Relation of buildings and their immediate surroundings 1 Relation of buildings and their
Consideration of context
Site development
2 Construction products, systems and process 2 Construction products, system
Adaptability and durability of the building Predicted future uses that w
Construction process selected
Construction materials and products selected Quantity of embodied GHG
End-of-life deconstructability / recyclability Prediction of percent re-usa
3 Low-impact construction site 3 Low-impact construction site
Limitation of waste production, identification, waste management
Weight of C&D waste by ty
and recovery
Reduction of nuisances and pollution Levels of dB and particulate
Management of water and energy resources during construction Level of water consumption
Operation Operation
4 Energy management 4 Energy management
Measures to reduce primary energy consumption Annual consumption of non
Measures to reduce emissions of GHG, SO2, Nox, etc. Levels of GHG, SO2, NOx
5 Water management 5 Water management
Savings of potable water Annual net consumption of
Management of rainwater at parcel scale Percentage re-use or quan
Management of wastewater Quantity of wastewater sen
6 Waste management 6 Waste management
Control of waste production Output of sorted solid wast
Adequacy of internal and external waste collection
Control of waste sorting
Optimisation of internal cwaste collection system
7 Maintenance of performance 7 Maintenance of performance
Optimisation of maintenace needs Measure of annual mainten
Control of environmental and health effects of maintenance Measure of health effects o
Ease of access for maintenance
Equipment for maintaining operating performance
Comfort of users Comfort of users
8 Hygrothermal comfort 8 Hygrothermal comfort
Hygrothermal comfort in winter and mid-season PMV in winter and mid-sea
Hygrothermal comfort in summer, in facilities without AC PMV in summer, in facilitie
Hygrothermal comfort in facilities with AC PMV in facilities with AC
9 Noise and acoustics 9 Noise and acoustics
Favourable spatial architectural provisions Reverberation time, in seco
Sound Transmission Coeff
Proper sound insulation
reduction through walls and
Acoustic correction of premises if necessary
dB at property boundary wh
Noise protection for residents and users of adjacent buildings
for residential neighbours
10 Visual comfort 10 Visual comfort
Optimisation of natural light pleasantless Optimisation of natural ligh
Availability of comfortable artificial lighting Availability of comfortable a
Satisfactory visual perspective with the outside Satisfactory visual perspec
Availability of artificial lighting of outside areas Availability of artificial lightin
11 Odours 11 Odours
Reduction in sources of unpleasant odours Reduction in sources of un
Limitation of unpleasant olfactory sensations Limitation of unpleasant olf
Health of users Health of users
12 Health conditions in building spaces 12 Health conditions in building sp
Limitation of nuisances stemming from the internal space and from Limitation of nuisances ste
surfaces surfaces
Creation of proper specific hygiene conditions (common or Creation of proper specific
professional equipment) professional equipment)
13 Indoor air quality 13 Indoor air quality
Control of pollution sources Control of pollution sources
Limitations of effects of air pollutants on health Limitations of effects of air
14 Water quality 14 Water quality
Maintenance of drinking water quality in building water distribution Maintenance of drinking wa
systems systems
Control of access to collective distribution systems Control of access to collect
Control of quality of water not stemming from a drinking water Control of quality of water n
distribution system distribution system
BREEAM Offices 2008 BREEAM Offices 2008
Management Management
1 Commissioning 1 Commissioning
Appropriate team member leading commissioning in line with current
best practice. Quality of commissioning w
Above, plus seasonal commissioning planned during first year, post- energy performance reache
construction
2 Considerate Constructors 2 Considerate Constructors
Evidence of a commitment to comply with best practice site
management principles. Minimal number of complai
Evidence of a commitment to go beyond best practice site damage to property, goods
management principles.
3 Construction site impacts 3 Construction site impacts
Evidence that 2 or more of
Evidence that 4 or more of
Items a to g (monitoring, re
Evidence that at least 80%
100% is legally sourced.
4 Building User Guide 4 Building User Guide
Provide a simple guide that covers info relevant to the Evidence of the provision o
tenant/occupants and non-technical building manager on the to the tenant/occupants and
operation and environmental performance of the building. operation and environment
5 Site Investigation (not assessed in this version) 5 Site Investigation (not assesse
6 Consultation (not assessed in this version) 6 Consultation (not assessed in
7 Shared facilities (not assessed in this version) 7 Shared facilities (not assessed
8 Security 8 Security
Ensure that an Architectural Liaison Officer (ALO) or Crime Evidence that an Architectu
Prevention Design Advisor (CPDA) from the local police force has Prevention Design Advisor
been consulted at the design stage and their recommendations been consulted at the desig
incorporated into the design of the building and its parking facilities incorporated into the design
Health & Well-being Health & Well-being
9 Daylighting 9 Daylighting
Evidence that at least 80%
Provide glazing, esterior shading, interior reflectivity etc.
adequately daylit.
10 View out 10 View out
Ensure that all relevant building areas have an adequate view out. Evidence that all relevant b
11 Glare control 11 Glare control
Evidence that an occupant-controlled shading system (e.g. internal Evidence that an occupant-
or external blinds) is fitted in relevant building areas. or external blinds) is fitted i
12 High frequency lighting 12 High frequency lighting
Evidence that high frequency ballasts are installed on all fluorescent Evidence that high frequen
and compact fluorescent lamps. and compact fluorescent la
13 Internal and external lighting levels 13 Internal and external lighting le
Evidence that all internal and external lighting, where relevant, is Evidence that all internal an
specified in accordance with the appropriate maintained illuminance specified in accordance wit
levels (in lux) recommended by CIBSE levels (in lux) recommende
14 Lighting zones & controls 14 Lighting zones & controls
Evidence that, in all relevant building areas, lighting is appropriately Evidence that, in all relevan
zoned and occupant controllable. zoned and occupant contro
15 Potential for natural ventilation 15 Potential for natural ventilation
Evidence that fresh air is capable of being delivered to the occupied Evidence that fresh air is ca
spaces of the building via a natural ventilation strategy, and there is spaces of the building via a
sufficient user-control of the supply of fresh air. sufficient user-control of the
16 Indoor air quality 16 Indoor air quality
Where air intakes serving occupied areas avoid major sources of Where air intakes serving o
external pollution and recirculation of exhaust air. external pollution and recirc
17 Volatile Organic Compounds 17 Volatile Organic Compounds
Evidence that the emissions of VOCs and other substances from key Evidence that the emission
internal finishes and fittings comply with best practice levels. internal finishes and fittings
18 Thermal comfort 18 Thermal comfort
Evidence that thermal comfort levels in occupied spaces of the Evidence that thermal com
building are assessed at the design stage to evaluate appropriate building are assessed at th
servicing options, ensuring appropriate thermal comfort levels are servicing options, ensuring
achieved.
19 Thermal zoning achieved.
19 Thermal zoning
Evidence that local occupant control is available for temperature Evidence that local occupa
adjustment in each occupied space to reflect differing user demands. adjustment in each occupie
20 Microbial contamination 20 Microbial contamination
Evidence that the risk of waterborne and airborne legionella Evidence that the risk of wa
contamination has been minimised. contamination has been mi
21 Acoustic performance 21 Acoustic performance
Evidence that the building achieves appropriate indoor ambient noise Evidence that the building a
levels in offices areas. levels in offices areas.
Fully fitted buildings only: Appropriate airborne sound insulation Fully fitted buildings only:
levels are achieved between acoustically sensitive spaces and levels are achieved betwee
occupied spaces, sufficient to ensure adequate privacy. occupied spaces, sufficient
Energy Energy
22 Reduction of CO2 emissions 22 Reduction of CO2 emissions
Evidence of an improvement in the energy efficiency of the building’s Evidence of an improveme
fabric and services and therefore achieves lower building operational fabric and services and the
related CO2 emissions. related CO2 emissions.
23 Sub-metering of substantial energy uses 23 Sub-metering of substantial en
Evidence of direct sub-metering of energy uses within the building. Evidence of direct sub-met
24 Sub metering of high energy load and tenancy areas 24 Sub metering of high energy lo
Evidence that sub-metering of energy consumption by Evidence that sub-metering
tenancy/building function area is installed within the building. tenancy/building function ar
25 External lighting 25 External lighting
Energy-efficient external lighting is specified and all light fittings are Energy-efficient external lig
controlled for the presence of daylight. controlled for the presence
26 Low or zero carbon technologies 26 Low or zero carbon technologi
Evidence that a feasibility study considering local (on-site and/or Evidence that a feasibility s
near site) low or zero carbon (LZC) technologies has been carried near site) low or zero carbo
out and the results implemented. out and the results impleme
Evidence that the first credit has been achieved and there is a 10% Evidence that the first cred
reduction in the building’s CO2 emissions as a result of the reduction in the building’s C
installation of a feasible local LZC technology. installation of a feasible loc
Evidence that the first credit has been achieved and there is a 15% Evidence that the first cred
reduction in the building’s CO2 emissions as a result of the reduction in the building’s C
installation of a feasible local LZC technology. installation of a feasible loc
Building fabric performance & avoidance of air infiltration (not assessed Building fabric performance &
27 27
under this scheme) under this scheme)
28 Cold storage (not assessed under this scheme) 28 Cold storage (not assessed un
29 Lifts 29 Lifts
Up to two credits are available with evidence of the installation of Up to two credits are availa
energy-efficient lift(s). energy-efficient lift(s).
30 Escalators & travelling walkways 30 Escalators & travelling walkwa
Evidence that escalators reduce unnecessary operation when there Evidence that escalators re
is no passenger demand. is no passenger demand.
Transport Transport
31 Provision of public transport 31 Provision of public transport
The credits are awarded on a sliding scale based on the assessed The credits are awarded on
buildings’ accessibility to the public transport network. buildings’ accessibility to th
32 Proximity to amenities 32 Proximity to amenities
Evidence that the building is located within 500m of accessible local Evidence that the building i
amenities appropriate to the building type and its users. amenities appropriate to th
33 Cyclist facilities 33 Cyclist facilities
Evidence that covered, secure and well-lit cycle storage facilities are Evidence that covered, sec
provided for all building users provided for all building use
Adequate changing facilities are provided for staff use. Adequate changing facilitie
34 Pedestrian and cyclist safety 34 Pedestrian and cyclist safety
Evidence that the site layout has been designed in accordance with Evidence that the site layou
best practice to ensure safe and adequate pedestrian and cycle best practice to ensure safe
access. access.
35 Travel plan 35 Travel plan
Evidence that a travel plan has been developed and tailored to the Evidence that a travel plan
specific needs of the building users. specific needs of the buildin
36 Maximum car parking capacity 36 Maximum car parking capacity
Evidence that the number of parking spaces provided for the building Evidence that the number o
has been limited. has been limited.
Water Water
37 Water Consumption 37 Water Consumption
Evidence that the specification includes taps, urinals, WCs and Evidence that the specifica
showers that consume less potable water in use than standard showers that consume less
specifications for the same type of fittings. specifications for the same
38 Water Meter 38 Water Meter
Evidence that a water meter with a pulsed output will be installed on Evidence that a water mete
the mains supply to each building/unit. the mains supply to each b
39 Major leak detection 39 Major leak detection
Evidence that a leak detection system is specified or installed on the Evidence that a leak detect
buildings water supply. buildings water supply.
40 Sanitary supply shut-off 40 Sanitary supply shut-off
Evidence that proximity detection shut-off is provided to the water Evidence that proximity det
supply to all toilet areas. supply to all toilet areas.
Materials Materials
41 Materials specification (major building elements) 41 Materials specification (major b
New Build and Major Refurbishment: Up to four credits are New Build and Major Refur
available, determined by the Green Guide to Specification ratings for available, determined by th
the major building elements. the major building elements
Fit Out only: Up to two credits are available, determined by the Fit Out only: Up to two cred
Green Guide to Specification ratings for the major finishing Green Guide to Specificatio
elements. elements.
42 Hard landscaping and boundary protection 42 Hard landscaping and bounda
Evidence that at least 80% of the combined area of external hard Evidence that at least 80%
landscaping and boundary protection specifications achieve an A or landscaping and boundary
A+ rating, as defined by the Green Guide to Specification. A+ rating, as defined by the
43 Reuse of building façade 43 Reuse of building façade
Evidence that at least 50% of the total final façade (by area) is Evidence that at least 50%
reused in situ and at least 80% of the reused façade (by mass) reused in situ and at least 8
comprises in-situ reused material. comprises in-situ reused m
44 Reuse of building structure 44 Reuse of building structure
Evidence that a design reuses at least 80% of an existing primary Evidence that a design reu
structure and, for part refurbishment and part new build, the volume structure and, for part refur
of the reused structure comprises at least 50% of the final structure’s of the reused structure com
volume. volume.
45 Responsible sourcing of materials 45 Responsible sourcing of mater
The assessed materials in the following building elements (a to h) The assessed materials in
are responsibly sourced. Additionally 100% of any timber must be are responsibly sourced. A
legally sourced. legally sourced.
Up to 2 credits are available where evidence provided demonstrates Up to 2 credits are availabl
80% of the assessed materials in the following finishing elements (a 80% of the assessed mate
to h) are responsibly sourced. Additionally 100% of any timber must to h) are responsibly source
be legally sourced. be legally sourced.
46 Insulation 46 Insulation
Evidence that thermal insulation products used in the building have a Evidence that thermal insul
low embodied impact relative to their thermal properties, determined low embodied impact relati
by the Green Guide to Specification ratings. by the Green Guide to Spe
Evidence that thermal insulation products used in the building have Evidence that thermal insul
been responsibly sourced. been responsibly sourced.
47 Designing for robustness 47 Designing for robustness
Where protection is given to vulnerable parts of the building such as Where protection is given t
areas exposed to high pedestrian traffic, vehicular and trolley areas exposed to high pede
movements. movements.
Waste Waste
48 Construction Site Waste Management 48 Construction Site Waste Mana
New build and refurbishment: up to three credits are available if the New build and refurbishme
amount of non-hazardous construction waste (m3/100m2 or amount of non-hazardous c
tonnes100m2) generated on site by the development is the same as tonnes100m2) generated o
or better than good or best practice levels. or better than good or best
New build and refurbishment: where a significant majority of New build and refurbishme
nonhazardous construction waste generated by the development will nonhazardous construction
be diverted from landfill and reused or recycled. be diverted from landfill and
Fit Out only: Where evidence provided demonstrates that waste Fit Out only: Where eviden
generated by the fit-out works will be sorted, separated into key generated by the fit-out wor
waste groups and measured. waste groups and measure
Fit Out only: Where the majority of non-hazardous construction Fit Out only: Where the ma
waste generated by the fit-out works will be diverted from landfill and waste generated by the fit-o
reused or recycled. reused or recycled.
49 Recycled aggregates 49 Recycled aggregates
Evidence of significant use of recycled or secondary aggregates in Evidence of significant use
‘high-grade’ building aggregate uses. ‘high-grade’ building aggreg
50 Recyclable waste storage 50 Recyclable waste storage
Where a central, dedicated space is provided for the storage of the Where a central, dedicated
building’s recyclable waste streams. building’s recyclable waste
51 Floor finishes 51 Floor finishes
Where carpets and other floor finishes are specified by the future Where carpets and other fl
occupant or, in tenanted areas of speculative buildings, where occupant or, in tenanted ar
carpets or floor finishes are installed in a limited show area only. carpets or floor finishes are
Land Use & Ecology Land Use & Ecology
52 Reuse of land 52 Reuse of land
Evidence that the majority of the footprint of the proposed Evidence that the majority o
development falls within the boundary of previously developed land. development falls within the
53 Contaminated land 53 Contaminated land
Evidence that the land used for the new development has, prior to Evidence that the land used
development, been defined as contaminated and adequate remedial development, been defined
steps have been taken to decontaminate the site prior to steps have been taken to d
construction. construction.
54 Ecological value of site AND Protection of ecological features 54 Ecological value of site AND P
Evidence that the site’s construction zone is defined as land of low Evidence that the site’s con
ecological value and all existing features of ecological value will be ecological value and all exi
fully protected from damage during site preparation and construction fully protected from damag
works. works.
55 Mitigating ecological impact 55 Mitigating ecological impact
Evidence that the change in the site’s existing ecological value, as a Evidence that the change in
result of development, is minimal result of development, is m
Evidence that there is no negative change in the site’s existing Evidence that there is no n
ecological value as a result of development. ecological value as a result
56 Enhancing site ecology 56 Enhancing site ecology
Where the design team (or client) has appointed a suitably qualified Where the design team (or
ecologist to advise and report on enhancing and protecting the ecologist to advise and rep
ecological value of the site; and implemented the professional’s ecological value of the site;
recommendations for general enhancement and protection of site recommendations for gene
ecology. ecology.
Where there is a positive increase in the ecological value of the site Where there is a positive in
of up to (but not including) 6 species. of up to (but not including)
Where there is a positive increase in the ecological value of the site Where there is a positive in
of 6 species or greater. of 6 species or greater.
57 Long term impact on biodiversity 57 Long term impact on biodivers
The client has committed to achieving the mandatory requirements The client has committed to
listed below and at least two of the additional requirements listed below and at least tw
The client has committed to achieving the mandatory requirements The client has committed to
listed below and at least four of the additional requirements. listed below and at least fou
Pollution Pollution
58 Refrigerant GWP - Building services 58 Refrigerant GWP - Building se
Evidence of the use of refrigerants with a global warming potential Evidence of the use of refri
(GWP) of less than 5 or where there are no refrigerants specified for (GWP) of less than 5 or wh
use in building services. use in building services.
59 Preventing refrigerant leaks 59 Preventing refrigerant leaks
Evidence that refrigerant leaks can be detected or where there are Evidence that refrigerant le
no refrigerants specified for the development. no refrigerants specified fo
Evidence that the provision of automatic refrigerant pump down is Evidence that the provision
made to a heat exchanger (or dedicated storage tanks) made to a heat exchanger
with isolation valves. with isolation valves.
OR OR
There are no refrigerants specified for the development. There are no refrigerants s
60 Refrigerant GWP - cold storage (not assessed under this scheme) 60 Refrigerant GWP - cold storag
61 NOx emissions from heating source 61 NOx emissions from heating s
Evidence that the dry NOx emissions from delivered space heating Evidence that the dry NOx
energy are ≤100 mg/kWh (at 0% excess O2). energy are ≤100 mg/kWh (
Evidence that the dry NOx emissions from delivered space heating Evidence that the dry NOx
energy are ≤70 mg/kWh (at 0% excess O2). energy are ≤70 mg/kWh (a
Evidence that the dry NOx emissions from delivered space heating Evidence that the dry NOx
energy are ≤40 mg/kWh (at 0% excess O2). energy are ≤40 mg/kWh (a
62 Flood risk 62 Flood risk
Where the assessed development is located in a zone defined as Where the assessed devel
having a low annual probability of flooding. having a low annual probab
Evidence that the assessed development is located in a zone Evidence that the assessed
defined as having a medium or high annual probability of flooding defined as having a medium
AND the ground level of the building, car parking and access is AND the ground level of the
above the design flood level for the site’s location. above the design flood leve
Evidence that surface water run-off attenuation measures are Evidence that surface wate
specified to minimise the risk of localised flooding, resulting from a specified to minimise the ri
loss of flood storage on site due to development loss of flood storage on site
63 Minimising watercourse pollution 63 Minimising watercourse polluti
Evidence that effective on site treatment such as Sustainable Evidence that effective on s
Drainage Systems (SUDs) or oil separators have been specified in Drainage Systems (SUDs)
areas that are or could be a source of watercourse pollution. areas that are or could be a
64 Reduction of night time light pollution 64 Reduction of night time light po
Evidence that the external lighting design is in compliance with the Evidence that the external
guidance in the Institution of Lighting Engineers (ILE) Guidance guidance in the Institution o
notes for the reduction of obtrusive light, 2005. notes for the reduction of o
65 Noise attenuation 65 Noise attenuation
Evidence that new sources of noise from the development do not Evidence that new sources
give rise to the likelihood of complaints from existing noise-sensitive give rise to the likelihood of
premises and amenity or wildlife areas that are within the locality of premises and amenity or w
the site. the site.
DGNB DGNB
Ecological Quality Ecological Quality
Effects on Global and Local Environment Effects on Global and Local En
1 Global warming potential (GWP) 1 Global warming potential (G
2 Ozone depletion potential (ODP) 2 Ozone depletion potential (
3 Photochemical ozone creation (POCP) 3 Photochemical ozone creat
4 Acidification potential (AP) 4 Acidification potential (AP)
5 Eutriphication potential (EP) 5 Eutriphication potential (EP
6 Risks for local environment (groundwater, surface water, ground, air) 6 Risks for local environment
7 Other effects on local environment (light pollution) 7 Other effects on local envir
Other effects on the global environment (material use from Other effects on the global
8 8
renewable resources) renewable resources)
9 Microclimate 9 Microclimate
Demand of Resources and Waste Generation Demand of Resources and Wa
10 Primary energy demand, non-renewable (PEnr) 10 Primary energy demand, no
11 Primary energy demand, renewable (PEr) 11 Primary energy demand, re
12 Other consumption of renewable resources 12 Other consumption of rene
13 Waste by Waste categories 13 Waste by Waste categories
14 Consumption of fresh water in use phase 14 Consumption of fresh wate
15 Demand for space 15 Demand for space
Economical Quality Economical Quality
Lifecycle costs Lifecycle costs
16 Lifecycle costs for the buildings 16 Lifecycle costs for the build
Performance Performance
17 Value stability 17 Value stability
Socio-Cultural and Functional Quality Socio-Cultural and Functiona
Health, Comfort and User Satisfaction Health, Comfort and User Sati
18 Thermal comfort in Winter 18 Thermal comfort in Winter
19 Thermal comfort in Summer 19 Thermal comfort in Summe
20 Indoor air quality 20 Indoor air quality
21 Acoustic comfort 21 Acoustic comfort
22 Visual comfort 22 Visual comfort
23 Influence of the user 23 Influence of the user
24 Building-related outdoor quality 24 Building-related outdoor qu
25 Safety and accident risks 25 Safety and accident risks
Functionality Functionality
26 Accessibility 26 Accessibility
27 Area efficiency 27 Area efficiency
28 Capability of conversion 28 Capability of conversion
29 Public accessibility 29 Public accessibility
30 Bicycle comfort 30 Bicycle comfort
Design Quality Design Quality
31 Assurance of design and urban quality through competition 31 Assurance of design and u
32 Art at the building 32 Art at the building
Technical Quality Technical Quality
Quality of Technical Execution Quality of Technical Execution
33 Fire protection 33 Fire protection
34 Sound insulation 34 Sound insulation
35 Quality of the building envelope (thermal and moisture protection) 35 Quality of the building enve
36 Capacity for refitting technical building equipment 36 Capacity for refitting techni
37 Operability of technical building equipment 37 Operability of technical buil
38 Quality of the accoutrement of technical building equipment 38 Quality of the accoutremen
Durability / adaptation of selected building products, systems and Durability / adaptation of se
39 39
constructions (assemblies) to the planned service life constructions (assemblies)
40 Effort for cleaning and maintaining the building construction 40 Effort for cleaning and main
41 Resistance to hail, storms and floodwaters 41 Resistance to hail, storms a
42 Ability to reconstruct and to recycle 42 Ability to reconstruct and to
Process Quality Process Quality
Design Quality Design Quality
43 Quality of project preparation 43 Quality of project preparatio
44 Integrated planning 44 Integrated planning
45 Proof of optimisation and complexity of the strategy in planning 45 Proof of optimisation and c
46 Considerations of aspects of sustainability in the tender and placing 46 Considerations of aspects
47 Creation of requirements for optimal utlisation and management 47 Creation of requirements fo
Quality of building construction Quality of building construction
48 Building site / Building process 48 Building site / Building proc
49 Quality of the executing companies / prequalification 49 Quality of the executing com
50 Quality assurance of the execution of construction work 50 Quality assurance of the ex
51 Controlled startup 51 Controlled startup
Quality of management Quality of management
52 Controlling 52 Controlling
53 Management 53 Management
54 Systematic inspection, repair and maintenance 54 Systematic inspection, repa
55 Qualification of operating staff 55 Qualification of operating s
Location Quality Location Quality
56 Risks on the micro-site 56 Risks on the micro-site
57 Circumstances on the micro-site 57 Circumstances on the micr
58 Image and condition of location and quarter 58 Image and condition of loca
59 Travel connections 59 Travel connections
60 Closeness to other institutions 60 Closeness to other institutio
61 Supply lines / access 61 Supply lines / access
62 Planning and building laws 62 Planning and building laws
63 Expand …. Reserves 63 Expand …. Reserves
SBT Uffici 1.1 SBT Uffici 1.1
Selezione del Sito, Project Planning e Pianificazione Urbanistica Selezione del Sito, Project Pl
Selezione del sito Selezione del sito
1 Valore ecologico del sito 1 Valore ecologico del sito
2 Livello di contaminazione del sito 2 Livello di contaminazione d
3 Distanza dai servizi di trasporto pubblico 3 Distanza dai servizi di trasp
Pianificazione Progettuale Pianificazione Progettuale
4 Raccolta e riciclo di rifiuti solidi 4 Raccolta e riciclo di rifiuti so
Pianificazione Urbanistica Pianificazione Urbanistica
5 Supporto all'uso di biciclette 5 Supporto all'uso di biciclette
6 Uso di piante locali 6 Uso di piante locali
Energia e Consumo di Risorse Energia e Consumo di Risors
Energia non rinnovabile richiesta durante il ciclo di vita Energia non rinnovabile richies
7 Fabbisogno annuo di energia primaria per la climatizzazione invernale 7 Fabbisogno annuo di energ
8 Fabbisogno annuo di energia primaria per il raffrescamento 8 Fabbisogno annuo di energ
Energia elettrica: richiesta di picco durante la fase operativa Energia elettrica: richiesta di p
9 Energia elettrica: richiesta di picco durante la fase operativa 9 Energia elettrica: richiesta d
Energia rinnovabile Energia rinnovabile
10 Energia rinnovabile prodotta fuori dal sito 10 Energia rinnovabile prodott
11 Energia rinnovabile prodotta in sito (energia termica) 11 Energia rinnovabile prodott
12 Energia rinnovabile prodotta in sito (energia elettrica) 12 Energia rinnovabile prodott
Materiali Materiali
13 Riutilizzo di strutture esistenti 13 Riutilizzo di strutture esiste
14 Uso di materiali riciclati/recuperati 14 Uso di materiali riciclati/rec
15 Uso di materiali prodotti da fonti rinnovabili 15 Uso di materiali prodotti da
16 Uso dei sostituti del cemento nel calcestruzzo 16 Uso dei sostituti del cemen
17 Uso di materiali riciclabili e smontabili 17 Uso di materiali riciclabili e
Acqua Potabile Acqua Potabile
18 Uso di acqua potabile per irrigazione 18 Uso di acqua potabile per i
19 Uso di acqua potabile per usi interni 19 Uso di acqua potabile per u
Raffrescamento passivo Raffrescamento passivo
20 Temperatura dell'aria interna in assenza di impianti di raffrescamento 20 Temperatura dell'aria intern
21 Controllo della radiazione solare 21 Controllo della radiazione s
22 Sfasamento e attenuazione dell'onda termica 22 Sfasamento e attenuazione
Carichi Ambientali Carichi Ambientali
Emissioni effetto serra Emissioni effetto serra
23 Emissioni effetto serra prodotte annualmente per l'esercizio dell'edificio 23 Emissioni effetto serra prod
Altre emissioni atmosferiche Altre emissioni atmosferiche
24 Emissione di sostanze acidificanti prodotte annualmente 24 Emissione di sostanze acid
Emissioni responsabili della formazione di fotossidanti prodotte Emissioni responsabili della
25 25
annualmente annualmente
Rifiuti solidi Rifiuti solidi
26 Rifiuti solidi prodotti in fase operativa 26 Rifiuti solidi prodotti in fase
Acque reflue Acque reflue
27 Acque grigie inviate in fognatura 27 Acque grigie inviate in fogn
28 Permeabilità del suolo 28 Permeabilità del suolo
Impatto sull'ambiente circostante Impatto sull'ambiente circosta
29 Effetto isola di calore: aree esterne pavimentate 29 Effetto isola di calore: aree
30 Effetto isola di calore: coperture 30 Effetto isola di calore: cope
Qualità ambientale interna Qualità ambientale interna
Qualità dell’aria all’interno degli ambienti Qualità dell’aria all’interno deg
31 Migrazione di inquinanti tra ambienti 31 Migrazione di inquinanti tra
32 Monitoraggio della qualità dell'aria 32 Monitoraggio della qualità d
33 Controllo degli agenti inquinanti (Radon) 33 Controllo degli agenti inquin
Ventilazione Ventilazione
34 Qualità dell'aria e della ventilazione in ambienti ventilati naturalmente 34 Qualità dell'aria e della ven
Qualità dell'aria e della ventilazione in ambienti ventilati Qualità dell'aria e della ven
35 35
meccanicamente meccanicamente
36 Velocità dell'aria in ambienti ventilati meccanicamente 36 Velocità dell'aria in ambien
37 Efficienza di ventilazione in ambienti ventilati meccanicamente 37 Efficienza di ventilazione in
Temperatura dell’aria e umidità relativa Temperatura dell’aria e umidità
38 Temperatura dell'aria e umidità relativa percepita dagli occupanti 38 Temperatura dell'aria e um
39 Distribuzione verticale della temperatura percepita dagli occupanti 39 Distribuzione verticale della
Illuminazione naturale e artificiale Illuminazione naturale e artifici
40 Illuminazione naturale negli ambienti principali 40 Illuminazione naturale negl
41 Abbagliamento 41 Abbagliamento
42 Livelli di illuminamento e qualità della luce artificiale 42 Livelli di illuminamento e qu
Inquinamento elettromagnetico Inquinamento elettromagnetic
43 Campi magnetici a frequenza industriale (50 Hertz) 43 Campi magnetici a frequen
Qualità del servizio Qualità del servizio
Controllabilità Controllabilità
BACS (Building Automation and Control System) e TBM (Technical BACS (Building Automation
44 44
Building Management) Building Management)
Flessibilità ed adattabilità Flessibilità ed adattabilità
45 Possibilità di modifica dei sistemi tecnici 45 Possibilità di modifica dei s
Commissioning degli impianti Commissioning degli impianti
46 Commissioning degli impianti 46 Commissioning degli impia
Mantenimento del livello prestazionale Mantenimento del livello presta
47 Mantenimento delle prestazioni dell'involucro 47 Mantenimento delle prestaz
48 Sviluppo del piano di manutenzione 48 Sviluppo del piano di manu
49 Monitoraggio delle prestazioni 49 Monitoraggio delle prestazi
50 Conservazione della documentazione tecnica "as built" 50 Conservazione della docum
51 Registro della storia dell'edificio 51 Registro della storia dell'ed
Aspetti sociali ed economici Aspetti sociali ed economici
Aspetti Sociali Aspetti Sociali
52 Accesso diretto alla vista sull'esterno dai principali locali di lavoro 52 Accesso diretto alla vista su
LEnSE LEnSE
Environmental Environmental
1 Climate change 1 Climate change
Building - depletion of nonrenewable primary energy Building - depletion of nonr
Transport - depletion of nonrenewable primary energy Transport - depletion of non
Use of renewable primary energy Use of renewable primary e
Destruction of the stratospheric ozone layer Destruction of the stratosph
Local tropospheric ozoneformation Local tropospheric ozonefo
2 Biodiversity 2 Biodiversity
Minimise point sources of eutrophication Minimise point sources of e
Land of low ecological value Land of low ecological valu
Mitigating impact on existing site ecology Mitigating impact on existin
Enhance native plant/animal species Enhance native plant/anima
Habitat management / action plan Habitat management / actio
3 Resource use 3 Resource use
Depletion and use of renewable and non renewable resources (other Depletion and use of renew
than primary energy) than primary energy)
Responsible sourcing of materials Responsible sourcing of m
Non hazardous waste disposal Non hazardous waste dispo
Hazardous waste to disposal Hazardous waste to dispos
Use of freshwater resources Use of freshwater resource
Re-use of previously developed sites Re-use of previously develo
Development footprint Development footprint
Contaminated land, bioremediation and soil reuse Contaminated land, biorem
4 Environmental management & Geophysical risk 4 Environmental management &
Certified Environmental Management System Certified Environmental Ma
Minimising regional specific climatalogical risk Minimising regional specific
Minimizing regional specific geophysical risk Minimizing regional specific
Social Social
5 Occupant wellbeing 5 Occupant wellbeing
Lighting comfort (artificial & natural) Lighting comfort (artificial &
Thermal comfort Thermal comfort
Ventilation conditions Ventilation conditions
Acoustic comfort Acoustic comfort
Occupant satisfaction Occupant satisfaction
Internal user amenities Internal user amenities
Outdoor space Outdoor space
Materials/substance exclusion Materials/substance exclus
Indoor air quality Indoor air quality
Quality of drinking water Quality of drinking water
Building safety assessment Building safety assessmen
6 Accessibility 6 Accessibility
Key amenities - provision and proximity Key amenities - provision a
Public transport accessibility Public transport accessibilit
Provision of safe and adequate pedestrian route ways Provision of safe and adeq
Provision of safe and adequate cycle lanes and cyclist facilities Provision of safe and adeq
Provision of car pooling facilities Provision of car pooling fac
7 Security 7 Security
Site security and spatial arrangement Site security and spatial arr
Building security Building security
8 Social and cultural value 8 Social and cultural value
Community impact consultation Community impact consulta
Social cost benefit analysis Social cost benefit analysis
Socially responsible and ethical procurement of goods/services Socially responsible and et
Considerate Constructors Considerate Constructors
External 'neighbourhood' impacts External 'neighbourhood' im
Design quality Design quality
Economic Economic
9 Financing and management 9 Financing and management
Function analysis Function analysis
Risk & value management Risk & value management
10 Whole life value 10 Whole life value
Whole Life Cost appraisal - Strategic level Whole Life Cost appraisal -
Whole Life Cost appraisal - Component level Whole Life Cost appraisal -
Option appraisal Option appraisal
Exchange value Exchange value
Added value Added value
Building adaptability Building adaptability
Design for maintainable buildings / Ease of maintenance Design for maintainable bu
11 Externalities 11 Externalities
Local employment opportunities/use of local services Local employment opportun
Specification/use of locally produced materials Specification/use of locally
Branding and external expression Branding and external expr
HQE FCAV, offices and schools HQE FCAV, offices and schoo
Site and Construction Site and Construction
1 Relation of buildings and their immediate surroundings 1 Relation of buildings and their
Implantação do empreedimento no terreno para um Implantação do empreedim
desenvolvimento urbano sustentável desenvolvimento urbano su
Qualidade dos espaços exteriores para os usuários Qualidade dos espaços ext
Impactos do edifício sobre a vizinhança Impactos do edifício sobre
2 Construction products, systems and process 2 Construction products, system
Escolhas construtivas para a durabilidade e a adaptabilidade da Escolhas construtivas para
construção construção
Escolhas construtivas para a facilidade de conservação da Escolhas construtivas para
construção construção
Escolha dos produtos de construção a fim de limitar os impactos Escolha dos produtos de co
socioambientais da construção socioambientais da constru
Escolha dos produtos de construção a fim de limitar os impactos da Escolha dos produtos de co
construção à saúde humana construção à saúde human
3 Low-impact construction site 3 Low-impact construction site
Otimização da gestão dos resíduos do canteiro de obras Otimização da gestão dos
Redução dos incômodos, poluição e consumo de recursos Redução dos incômodos, p
causados pelo canteiro de obras causados pelo canteiro de
Operation Operation
4 Energy management 4 Energy management
Redução do consumo de energia por meio da concepção Redução do consumo de e
arquitetônica arquitetônica
Redução do consumo de energia primária e dos poluentes Redução do consumo de e
associados associados
5 Water management 5 Water management
Redução do consumo de água potável Redução do consumo de á
Otimização da gestão de águas pluviais Otimização da gestão de á
6 Waste management 6 Waste management
Otimização da valorização dos resíduos gerados pelas atividades de Otimização da valorização
uso e operação do edifício uso e operação do edifício
Qualidade do sistema de gestão dos resíduos de uso e operação do Qualidade do sistema de g
edifício edifício
7 Maintenance of performance 7 Maintenance of performance
Permanência do desempenho dos sistemas de aquecimento e Permanência do desempen
resfriamento resfriamento
Permanência do desempenho dos sistemas de ventilação Permanência do desempen
Permanência do desempenho dos sistemas de iluminação Permanência do desempen
Permanência do desempenho dos sistemas de gestão da água Permanência do desempen
Comfort of users Comfort of users
8 Hygrothermal comfort 8 Hygrothermal comfort
Implementação de medidas arquitetônicas para otimização do Implementação de medida
conforto higrotérmico de verão e inverno conforto higrotérmico de ve
Criação de condições de conforto higrotérmico de inverno Criação de condições de co
Criação de condições de conforto higrotérmico de verão em Criação de condições de co
ambientes climatizados naturalmente ambientes climatizados nat
Criação de condições de conforto higrotérmico de verão em Criação de condições de co
ambientes com sistema de resfriamento artificial ambientes com sistema de
9 Noise and acoustics 9 Noise and acoustics
Otimização dos elementos arquitetônicos para proteger os usuários Otimização dos elementos
do edifício de incômodos acústicos do edifício de incômodos a
Criação de uma qualidade do meio acústico adaptado aos diferentes Criação de uma qualidade
ambientes ambientes
10 Visual comfort 10 Visual comfort
Garantia de iluminância natural ótima evitando seus inconvenientes Garantia de iluminância na
(ofuscamento) (ofuscamento)
Iluminação artificial confortável Iluminação artificial confort
11 Odours 11 Odours
Garantia de uma ventilação eficaz Garantia de uma ventilação
Controle das fontes de odores desagradáveis Controle das fontes de odo
Health of users Health of users
12 Health conditions in building spaces 12 Health conditions in building sp
Controle da exposição eletromagnética Controle da exposição elet
Criação de condições de higiene específicas Criação de condições de h
13 Indoor air quality 13 Indoor air quality
Garantia de uma ventilação eficaz Garantia de uma ventilação
Controle das fontes de poluição Controle das fontes de polu
14 Water quality 14 Water quality
Qualidade e durabilidade dos materiais empregados em redes Qualidade e durabilidade d
internas internas
Organização e proteção das redes internas Organização e proteção da
Controle da temperatura na rede interna Controle da temperatura na
Controle dos tratamentos anticorrosivo e anti-incrustação Controle dos tratamentos a
Loadings - some examples
Loadings
beLevel 1 issue
Level 2 issue
Level 3 issue
HQE non-residential
Site and Construction
Relation of buildings and their immediate surroundings
Construction products, systems and process
Predicted future uses that will be possible
Quantity of embodied GHG through LCA
Prediction of percent re-usable or recyclable
Low-impact construction site
Weight of C&D waste by type, percent recovered.
Levels of dB and particulates and other measurable nuisance loads
Level of water consumption during construction
Operation
Energy management
Annual consumption of non-renewable primary energy, kWh/m2
Levels of GHG, SO2, NOx etc.
Water management
Annual net consumption of potable water L or m3 ppd
Percentage re-use or quantity of rainwater used
Quantity of wastewater sent off site or vice versa
Waste management
Output of sorted solid waste in kg or tonnes per unit area per year
Maintenance of performance
Measure of annual maintenance cost relative to norms
Measure of health effects on maintenance workers
Comfort of users
Hygrothermal comfort
PMV in winter and mid-season
PMV in summer, in facilities without AC
PMV in facilities with AC
Noise and acoustics
Reverberation time, in seconds, in sample of key spaces
Sound Transmission Coefficient (STC) or other measure of sound
reduction through walls and floors
dB at property boundary when subject building is in operation; 2300
for residential neighbours
Visual comfort
Optimisation of natural light pleasantless
Availability of comfortable artificial lighting
Satisfactory visual perspective with the outside
Availability of artificial lighting of outside areas
Odours
Reduction in sources of unpleasant odours
Limitation of unpleasant olfactory sensations
Health of users
Health conditions in building spaces
Limitation of nuisances stemming from the internal space and from
surfaces
Creation of proper specific hygiene conditions (common or
professional equipment)
Indoor air quality
Control of pollution sources
Limitations of effects of air pollutants on health
Water quality
Maintenance of drinking water quality in building water distribution
systems
Control of access to collective distribution systems
Control of quality of water not stemming from a drinking water
distribution system
BREEAM Offices 2008
Management
Commissioning
Quality of commissioning work, as evidenced by percent of potential
energy performance reached
Considerate Constructors
Minimal number of complaints of adjacent population, minimum
damage to property, goods
Construction site impacts
Evidence that 2 or more of items a-g are achieved.
Evidence that 4 or more of items a-g are achieved.
Items a to g (monitoring, reporting, target setting, EMS etc.)
Evidence that at least 80% of site timber is responsibly sourced and
100% is legally sourced.
Building User Guide
Evidence of the provision of a simple guide that covers info relevant
to the tenant/occupants and non-technical building manager on the
operation and environmental performance of the building.
Site Investigation (not assessed in this version)
Consultation (not assessed in this version)
Shared facilities (not assessed in this version)
Security
Evidence that an Architectural Liaison Officer (ALO) or Crime
Prevention Design Advisor (CPDA) from the local police force has
been consulted at the design stage and their recommendations
incorporated into the design of the building and its parking facilities
Health & Well-being
Daylighting
Evidence that at least 80% of floor area in each occupied space is
adequately daylit.
View out
Evidence that all relevant building areas have an adequate view out.
Glare control
Evidence that an occupant-controlled shading system (e.g. internal
or external blinds) is fitted in relevant building areas.
High frequency lighting
Evidence that high frequency ballasts are installed on all fluorescent
and compact fluorescent lamps.
Internal and external lighting levels
Evidence that all internal and external lighting, where relevant, is
specified in accordance with the appropriate maintained illuminance
levels (in lux) recommended by CIBSE
Lighting zones & controls
Evidence that, in all relevant building areas, lighting is appropriately
zoned and occupant controllable.
Potential for natural ventilation
Evidence that fresh air is capable of being delivered to the occupied
spaces of the building via a natural ventilation strategy, and there is
sufficient user-control of the supply of fresh air.
Indoor air quality
Where air intakes serving occupied areas avoid major sources of
external pollution and recirculation of exhaust air.
Volatile Organic Compounds
Evidence that the emissions of VOCs and other substances from key
internal finishes and fittings comply with best practice levels.
Thermal comfort
Evidence that thermal comfort levels in occupied spaces of the
building are assessed at the design stage to evaluate appropriate
servicing options, ensuring appropriate thermal comfort levels are
achieved.
Thermal zoning
Evidence that local occupant control is available for temperature
adjustment in each occupied space to reflect differing user demands.
Microbial contamination
Evidence that the risk of waterborne and airborne legionella
contamination has been minimised.
Acoustic performance
Evidence that the building achieves appropriate indoor ambient noise
levels in offices areas.
Fully fitted buildings only: Appropriate airborne sound insulation
levels are achieved between acoustically sensitive spaces and
occupied spaces, sufficient to ensure adequate privacy.
Reduction of CO2 emissions
Evidence of an improvement in the energy efficiency of the building’s
fabric and services and therefore achieves lower building operational
related CO2 emissions.
Sub-metering of substantial energy uses
Evidence of direct sub-metering of energy uses within the building.
Sub metering of high energy load and tenancy areas
Evidence that sub-metering of energy consumption by
tenancy/building function area is installed within the building.
External lighting
Energy-efficient external lighting is specified and all light fittings are
controlled for the presence of daylight.
Low or zero carbon technologies
Evidence that a feasibility study considering local (on-site and/or
near site) low or zero carbon (LZC) technologies has been carried
out and the results implemented.
Evidence that the first credit has been achieved and there is a 10%
reduction in the building’s CO2 emissions as a result of the
installation of a feasible local LZC technology.
Evidence that the first credit has been achieved and there is a 15%
reduction in the building’s CO2 emissions as a result of the
installation of a feasible local LZC technology.
Building fabric performance & avoidance of air infiltration (not assessed
under this scheme)
Cold storage (not assessed under this scheme)
Up to two credits are available with evidence of the installation of
energy-efficient lift(s).
Escalators & travelling walkways
Evidence that escalators reduce unnecessary operation when there
is no passenger demand.
Transport
Provision of public transport
The credits are awarded on a sliding scale based on the assessed
buildings’ accessibility to the public transport network.
Proximity to amenities
Evidence that the building is located within 500m of accessible local
amenities appropriate to the building type and its users.
Cyclist facilities
Evidence that covered, secure and well-lit cycle storage facilities are
provided for all building users
Adequate changing facilities are provided for staff use.
Pedestrian and cyclist safety
Evidence that the site layout has been designed in accordance with
best practice to ensure safe and adequate pedestrian and cycle
access.
Travel plan
Evidence that a travel plan has been developed and tailored to the
specific needs of the building users.
Maximum car parking capacity
Evidence that the number of parking spaces provided for the building
has been limited.
Water Consumption
Evidence that the specification includes taps, urinals, WCs and
showers that consume less potable water in use than standard
specifications for the same type of fittings.
Water Meter
Evidence that a water meter with a pulsed output will be installed on
the mains supply to each building/unit.
Major leak detection
Evidence that a leak detection system is specified or installed on the
buildings water supply.
Sanitary supply shut-off
Evidence that proximity detection shut-off is provided to the water
supply to all toilet areas.
Materials
Materials specification (major building elements)
New Build and Major Refurbishment: Up to four credits are
available, determined by the Green Guide to Specification ratings for
the major building elements.
Fit Out only: Up to two credits are available, determined by the
Green Guide to Specification ratings for the major finishing
elements.
Hard landscaping and boundary protection
Evidence that at least 80% of the combined area of external hard
landscaping and boundary protection specifications achieve an A or
A+ rating, as defined by the Green Guide to Specification.
Reuse of building façade
Evidence that at least 50% of the total final façade (by area) is
reused in situ and at least 80% of the reused façade (by mass)
comprises in-situ reused material.
Reuse of building structure
Evidence that a design reuses at least 80% of an existing primary
structure and, for part refurbishment and part new build, the volume
of the reused structure comprises at least 50% of the final structure’s
volume.
Responsible sourcing of materials
The assessed materials in the following building elements (a to h)
are responsibly sourced. Additionally 100% of any timber must be
legally sourced.
Up to 2 credits are available where evidence provided demonstrates
80% of the assessed materials in the following finishing elements (a
to h) are responsibly sourced. Additionally 100% of any timber must
be legally sourced.
Insulation
Evidence that thermal insulation products used in the building have a
low embodied impact relative to their thermal properties, determined
by the Green Guide to Specification ratings.
Evidence that thermal insulation products used in the building have
been responsibly sourced.
Designing for robustness
Where protection is given to vulnerable parts of the building such as
areas exposed to high pedestrian traffic, vehicular and trolley
movements.
Construction Site Waste Management
New build and refurbishment: up to three credits are available if the
amount of non-hazardous construction waste (m3/100m2 or
tonnes100m2) generated on site by the development is the same as
or better than good or best practice levels.
New build and refurbishment: where a significant majority of
nonhazardous construction waste generated by the development will
be diverted from landfill and reused or recycled.
Fit Out only: Where evidence provided demonstrates that waste
generated by the fit-out works will be sorted, separated into key
waste groups and measured.
Fit Out only: Where the majority of non-hazardous construction
waste generated by the fit-out works will be diverted from landfill and
reused or recycled.
Recycled aggregates
Evidence of significant use of recycled or secondary aggregates in
‘high-grade’ building aggregate uses.
Recyclable waste storage
Where a central, dedicated space is provided for the storage of the
building’s recyclable waste streams.
Floor finishes
Where carpets and other floor finishes are specified by the future
occupant or, in tenanted areas of speculative buildings, where
carpets or floor finishes are installed in a limited show area only.
Land Use & Ecology
Reuse of land
Evidence that the majority of the footprint of the proposed
development falls within the boundary of previously developed land.
Contaminated land
Evidence that the land used for the new development has, prior to
development, been defined as contaminated and adequate remedial
steps have been taken to decontaminate the site prior to
construction.
Ecological value of site AND Protection of ecological features
Evidence that the site’s construction zone is defined as land of low
ecological value and all existing features of ecological value will be
fully protected from damage during site preparation and construction
works.
Mitigating ecological impact
Evidence that the change in the site’s existing ecological value, as a
result of development, is minimal
Evidence that there is no negative change in the site’s existing
ecological value as a result of development.
Enhancing site ecology
Where the design team (or client) has appointed a suitably qualified
ecologist to advise and report on enhancing and protecting the
ecological value of the site; and implemented the professional’s
recommendations for general enhancement and protection of site
ecology.
Where there is a positive increase in the ecological value of the site
of up to (but not including) 6 species.
Where there is a positive increase in the ecological value of the site
of 6 species or greater.
Long term impact on biodiversity
The client has committed to achieving the mandatory requirements
listed below and at least two of the additional requirements
The client has committed to achieving the mandatory requirements
listed below and at least four of the additional requirements.
Pollution
Refrigerant GWP - Building services
Evidence of the use of refrigerants with a global warming potential
(GWP) of less than 5 or where there are no refrigerants specified for
use in building services.
Preventing refrigerant leaks
Evidence that refrigerant leaks can be detected or where there are
no refrigerants specified for the development.
Evidence that the provision of automatic refrigerant pump down is
made to a heat exchanger (or dedicated storage tanks)
with isolation valves.
OR
There are no refrigerants specified for the development.
Refrigerant GWP - cold storage (not assessed under this scheme)
NOx emissions from heating source
Evidence that the dry NOx emissions from delivered space heating
energy are ≤100 mg/kWh (at 0% excess O2).
Evidence that the dry NOx emissions from delivered space heating
energy are ≤70 mg/kWh (at 0% excess O2).
Evidence that the dry NOx emissions from delivered space heating
energy are ≤40 mg/kWh (at 0% excess O2).
Flood risk
Where the assessed development is located in a zone defined as
having a low annual probability of flooding.
Evidence that the assessed development is located in a zone
defined as having a medium or high annual probability of flooding
AND the ground level of the building, car parking and access is
above the design flood level for the site’s location.
Evidence that surface water run-off attenuation measures are
specified to minimise the risk of localised flooding, resulting from a
loss of flood storage on site due to development
Minimising watercourse pollution
Evidence that effective on site treatment such as Sustainable
Drainage Systems (SUDs) or oil separators have been specified in
areas that are or could be a source of watercourse pollution.
Reduction of night time light pollution
Evidence that the external lighting design is in compliance with the
guidance in the Institution of Lighting Engineers (ILE) Guidance
notes for the reduction of obtrusive light, 2005.
Noise attenuation
Evidence that new sources of noise from the development do not
give rise to the likelihood of complaints from existing noise-sensitive
premises and amenity or wildlife areas that are within the locality of
the site.
Ecological Quality
Effects on Global and Local Environment
Global warming potential (GWP)
Ozone depletion potential (ODP)
Photochemical ozone creation (POCP)
Acidification potential (AP)
Eutriphication potential (EP)
Risks for local environment (groundwater, surface water, ground, air)
Other effects on local environment (light pollution)
Other effects on the global environment (material use from
renewable resources)
Microclimate
Demand of Resources and Waste Generation
Primary energy demand, non-renewable (PEnr)
Primary energy demand, renewable (PEr)
Other consumption of renewable resources
Waste by Waste categories
Consumption of fresh water in use phase
Demand for space
Economical Quality
Lifecycle costs
Lifecycle costs for the buildings
Performance
Value stability
Socio-Cultural and Functional Quality
Health, Comfort and User Satisfaction
Thermal comfort in Winter
Thermal comfort in Summer
Indoor air quality
Acoustic comfort
Visual comfort
Influence of the user
Building-related outdoor quality
Safety and accident risks
Functionality
Accessibility
Area efficiency
Capability of conversion
Public accessibility
Bicycle comfort
Design Quality
Assurance of design and urban quality through competition
Art at the building
Technical Quality
Quality of Technical Execution
Fire protection
Sound insulation
Quality of the building envelope (thermal and moisture protection)
Capacity for refitting technical building equipment
Operability of technical building equipment
Quality of the accoutrement of technical building equipment
Durability / adaptation of selected building products, systems and
constructions (assemblies) to the planned service life
Effort for cleaning and maintaining the building construction
Resistance to hail, storms and floodwaters
Ability to reconstruct and to recycle
Process Quality
Design Quality
Quality of project preparation
Integrated planning
Proof of optimisation and complexity of the strategy in planning
Considerations of aspects of sustainability in the tender and placing
Creation of requirements for optimal utlisation and management
Quality of building construction
Building site / Building process
Quality of the executing companies / prequalification
Quality assurance of the execution of construction work
Controlled startup
Quality of management
Controlling
Management
Systematic inspection, repair and maintenance
Qualification of operating staff
Location Quality
Risks on the micro-site
Circumstances on the micro-site
Image and condition of location and quarter
Travel connections
Closeness to other institutions
Supply lines / access
Planning and building laws
Expand …. Reserves
SBT Uffici 1.1
Selezione del Sito, Project Planning e Pianificazione Urbanistica
Selezione del sito
Valore ecologico del sito
Livello di contaminazione del sito
Distanza dai servizi di trasporto pubblico
Pianificazione Progettuale
Raccolta e riciclo di rifiuti solidi
Pianificazione Urbanistica
Supporto all'uso di biciclette
Uso di piante locali
Energia e Consumo di Risorse
Energia non rinnovabile richiesta durante il ciclo di vita
Fabbisogno annuo di energia primaria per la climatizzazione invernale
Fabbisogno annuo di energia primaria per il raffrescamento
Energia elettrica: richiesta di picco durante la fase operativa
Energia elettrica: richiesta di picco durante la fase operativa
Energia rinnovabile
Energia rinnovabile prodotta fuori dal sito
Energia rinnovabile prodotta in sito (energia termica)
Energia rinnovabile prodotta in sito (energia elettrica)
Materiali
Riutilizzo di strutture esistenti
Uso di materiali riciclati/recuperati
Uso di materiali prodotti da fonti rinnovabili
Uso dei sostituti del cemento nel calcestruzzo
Uso di materiali riciclabili e smontabili
Acqua Potabile
Uso di acqua potabile per irrigazione
Uso di acqua potabile per usi interni
Raffrescamento passivo
Temperatura dell'aria interna in assenza di impianti di raffrescamento
Controllo della radiazione solare
Sfasamento e attenuazione dell'onda termica
Carichi Ambientali
Emissioni effetto serra
Emissioni effetto serra prodotte annualmente per l'esercizio dell'edificio
Altre emissioni atmosferiche
Emissione di sostanze acidificanti prodotte annualmente
Emissioni responsabili della formazione di fotossidanti prodotte
annualmente
Rifiuti solidi
Rifiuti solidi prodotti in fase operativa
Acque reflue
Acque grigie inviate in fognatura
Permeabilità del suolo
Impatto sull'ambiente circostante
Effetto isola di calore: aree esterne pavimentate
Effetto isola di calore: coperture
Qualità ambientale interna
Qualità dell’aria all’interno degli ambienti
Migrazione di inquinanti tra ambienti
Monitoraggio della qualità dell'aria
Controllo degli agenti inquinanti (Radon)
Ventilazione
Qualità dell'aria e della ventilazione in ambienti ventilati naturalmente
Qualità dell'aria e della ventilazione in ambienti ventilati
meccanicamente
Velocità dell'aria in ambienti ventilati meccanicamente
Efficienza di ventilazione in ambienti ventilati meccanicamente
Temperatura dell’aria e umidità relativa
Temperatura dell'aria e umidità relativa percepita dagli occupanti
Distribuzione verticale della temperatura percepita dagli occupanti
Illuminazione naturale e artificiale
Illuminazione naturale negli ambienti principali
Abbagliamento
Livelli di illuminamento e qualità della luce artificiale
Inquinamento elettromagnetico
Campi magnetici a frequenza industriale (50 Hertz)
Qualità del servizio
Controllabilità
BACS (Building Automation and Control System) e TBM (Technical
Building Management)
Flessibilità ed adattabilità
Possibilità di modifica dei sistemi tecnici
Commissioning degli impianti
Commissioning degli impianti
Mantenimento del livello prestazionale
Mantenimento delle prestazioni dell'involucro
Sviluppo del piano di manutenzione
Monitoraggio delle prestazioni
Conservazione della documentazione tecnica "as built"
Registro della storia dell'edificio
Aspetti sociali ed economici
Aspetti Sociali
Accesso diretto alla vista sull'esterno dai principali locali di lavoro
Environmental
Climate change
Building - depletion of nonrenewable primary energy
Transport - depletion of nonrenewable primary energy
Use of renewable primary energy
Destruction of the stratospheric ozone layer
Local tropospheric ozoneformation
Biodiversity
Minimise point sources of eutrophication
Land of low ecological value
Mitigating impact on existing site ecology
Enhance native plant/animal species
Habitat management / action plan
Resource use
Depletion and use of renewable and non renewable resources (other
than primary energy)
Responsible sourcing of materials
Non hazardous waste disposal
Hazardous waste to disposal
Use of freshwater resources
Re-use of previously developed sites
Development footprint
Contaminated land, bioremediation and soil reuse
Environmental management & Geophysical risk
Certified Environmental Management System
Minimising regional specific climatalogical risk
Minimizing regional specific geophysical risk
Occupant wellbeing
Lighting comfort (artificial & natural)
Thermal comfort
Ventilation conditions
Acoustic comfort
Occupant satisfaction
Internal user amenities
Outdoor space
Materials/substance exclusion
Indoor air quality
Quality of drinking water
Building safety assessment
Accessibility
Key amenities - provision and proximity
Public transport accessibility
Provision of safe and adequate pedestrian route ways
Provision of safe and adequate cycle lanes and cyclist facilities
Provision of car pooling facilities
Security
Site security and spatial arrangement
Building security
Social and cultural value
Community impact consultation
Social cost benefit analysis
Socially responsible and ethical procurement of goods/services
Considerate Constructors
External 'neighbourhood' impacts
Design quality
Economic
Financing and management
Function analysis
Risk & value management
Whole life value
Whole Life Cost appraisal - Strategic level
Whole Life Cost appraisal - Component level
Option appraisal
Exchange value
Added value
Building adaptability
Design for maintainable buildings / Ease of maintenance
Externalities
Local employment opportunities/use of local services
Specification/use of locally produced materials
Branding and external expression
HQE FCAV, offices and schools
Site and Construction
Relation of buildings and their immediate surroundings
Implantação do empreedimento no terreno para um
desenvolvimento urbano sustentável
Qualidade dos espaços exteriores para os usuários
Impactos do edifício sobre a vizinhança
Construction products, systems and process
Escolhas construtivas para a durabilidade e a adaptabilidade da
construção
Escolhas construtivas para a facilidade de conservação da
construção
Escolha dos produtos de construção a fim de limitar os impactos
socioambientais da construção
Escolha dos produtos de construção a fim de limitar os impactos da
construção à saúde humana
Low-impact construction site
Otimização da gestão dos resíduos do canteiro de obras
Redução dos incômodos, poluição e consumo de recursos
causados pelo canteiro de obras
Operation
Energy management
Redução do consumo de energia por meio da concepção
arquitetônica
Redução do consumo de energia primária e dos poluentes
associados
Water management
Redução do consumo de água potável
Otimização da gestão de águas pluviais
Waste management
Otimização da valorização dos resíduos gerados pelas atividades de
uso e operação do edifício
Qualidade do sistema de gestão dos resíduos de uso e operação do
edifício
Maintenance of performance
Permanência do desempenho dos sistemas de aquecimento e
resfriamento
Permanência do desempenho dos sistemas de ventilação
Permanência do desempenho dos sistemas de iluminação
Permanência do desempenho dos sistemas de gestão da água
Comfort of users
Hygrothermal comfort
Implementação de medidas arquitetônicas para otimização do
conforto higrotérmico de verão e inverno
Criação de condições de conforto higrotérmico de inverno
Criação de condições de conforto higrotérmico de verão em
ambientes climatizados naturalmente
Criação de condições de conforto higrotérmico de verão em
ambientes com sistema de resfriamento artificial
Noise and acoustics
Otimização dos elementos arquitetônicos para proteger os usuários
do edifício de incômodos acústicos
Criação de uma qualidade do meio acústico adaptado aos diferentes
ambientes
Visual comfort
Garantia de iluminância natural ótima evitando seus inconvenientes
(ofuscamento)
Iluminação artificial confortável
Odours
Garantia de uma ventilação eficaz
Controle das fontes de odores desagradáveis
Health of users
Health conditions in building spaces
Controle da exposição eletromagnética
Criação de condições de higiene específicas
Indoor air quality
Garantia de uma ventilação eficaz
Controle das fontes de poluição
Water quality
Qualidade e durabilidade dos materiais empregados em redes
internas
Organização e proteção das redes internas
Controle da temperatura na rede interna
Controle dos tratamentos anticorrosivo e anti-incrustação
Comments
What is the measurable benefit?
What is the measurable benefit?
Cannot predict durability, which is in any case
related to materials not the building
What is the measurable benefit?
Presumably based on relationship of rooms
shape and materials to reverberation time
one invernale
izio dell'edificio
Comparison of selected building
Impact categories adapted from CEN TC 350
performance rating systems
renewable primary energy
by wastewater, other than
other than primary energy
Exhaustion of solid waste
stratospheric ozone layer
resources with ecological
Hazards from disposal or
Health, security and well-
functional impairments to
Hazards from disposal of
Pollution of water bodies
Acidification of land and
productivity for users of
Changes in biodiversity
System
Eutrophication of water
Photo-chemical ozone
Health, well-being and
Certivéa for Offices
renewable freshwater
storage of radioactive
sites suitable for non-
renewable resources
and other ecological
Personal safety and
or agricultural value
Ability of users with
Destruction of the
hazardous waste
hazardous waste
Depletion of non-
Depletion of non-
Depletion of non-
Depletion of land
creation (POCP)
security of users
water resources
Climate change
AQUA for Offices
being of off-site
non-radioactive
BREEAM Offices
use the facility
eutrophication
population
Level 1 issue
resources
systems
SBT Uffici 1.1
bodies
facility
waste
and Schools
and Schools
Level 2 issue
PromisE
LEnSE
DGNB
2008
Level 3 issue
Note that single letters in Column A identify system name for sorting Ecological systems Resources Waste Health, society and culture
B Daylighting a a a a a a
Evidence that at least 80% of floor area in each occupied space is
B
adequately daylit. aa a a a aa aa
H Optimisation of natural light pleasantless a
Garantia de iluminância natural ótima evitando seus inconvenientes
A
(ofuscamento)
D Visual comfort a
S Illuminazione naturale negli ambienti principali a
L Lighting comfort (artificial & natural) a a aa
P Intensity and uniformity a a a
Indoor air quality and ventilation
Evidence that, in all relevant building areas, lighting is appropriately
B
zoned and occupant controllable. a
Evidence that fresh air is capable of being delivered to the occupied
B spaces of the building via a natural ventilation strategy, and there is a a a a a aa
sufficient user-control of the supply of fresh air.
Where air intakes serving occupied areas avoid major sources of
B
external pollution and recirculation of exhaust air. aa
Evidence that the emissions of VOCs and other substances from
B
key internal finishes and fittings comply with best practice levels. aa
H t Reduction in sources of unpleasant odours a
H t Limitation of unpleasant olfactory sensations a
H Control of pollution sources a
H Limitations of effects of air pollutants on health a
Limitation of nuisances stemming from the internal space and from
H
surfaces a
A t Garantia de uma ventilação eficaz
A t Controle das fontes de odores desagradáveis
A Garantia de uma ventilação eficaz
A Controle das fontes de poluição
D Indoor air quality aa
S Migrazione di inquinanti tra ambienti a
S Monitoraggio della qualità dell'aria a
S Controllo degli agenti inquinanti (Radon) a
S Qualità dell'aria e della ventilazione in ambienti ventilati naturalmente aa
Qualità dell'aria e della ventilazione in ambienti ventilati
S
meccanicamente aa
S Velocità dell'aria in ambienti ventilati meccanicamente a a a a a
S Efficienza di ventilazione in ambienti ventilati meccanicamente a a a a a
L Ventilation conditions a a aa
L Indoor air quality a a aa
P a a a
P Volume of ventilation (air exhange rate) a a a
P t Purity of incoming air a
B Energy and GHG emissions a a a a a a a
Evidence of an improvement in the energy efficiency of the
B building’s fabric and services and therefore achieves lower building aa a a a aa
operational related CO2 emissions.
H Non-renewable primary energy saving a a a a a a
A Redução do consumo de energia por meio da concepção
arquitetônica
Redução do consumo de energia primária e dos poluentes
A
associados
D Global warming potential (GWP) aa a a a a
D Primary energy demand, non-renewable (PEnr) aa aa
D Primary energy demand, renewable (PEr) aa aa
S Fabbisogno annuo di energia primaria per la climatizzazione invernale aa a a a aa
S Fabbisogno annuo di energia primaria per il raffrescamento a a a a a
S Emissioni effetto serra prodotte annualmente per l'esercizio dell'edificio aa aa
L Building - depletion of nonrenewable primary energy aa aa
L t Transport - depletion of nonrenewable primary energy aa aa
P t Setting of requirements for energy consumption a a
P Heat consumption a a
P Environmental impact of building products a a a
P Environmental impact from energy use a a a a
B Water a a a a a a
Evidence that the specification includes taps, urinals, WCs and
B showers that consume less potable water in use than standard a aa a aa a a
specifications for the same type of fittings.
H Savings of potable water a a a a
H t Management of rainwater at parcel scale a a
H Management of wastewater a a a aa
Maintenance of drinking water quality in building water distribution
H
systems a
H t Control of access to collective distribution systems a
Control of quality of water not stemming from a drinking water
H t distribution system a
A Redução do consumo de água potável a
A Otimização da gestão de águas pluviais a
A Qualidade e durabilidade dos materiais empregados em redes
internas
A Organização e proteção das redes internas
A Controle da temperatura na rede interna
A Controle dos tratamentos anticorrosivo e anti-incrustação
D Consumption of fresh water in use phase aa a
S Uso di acqua potabile per irrigazione aa a
S Uso di acqua potabile per usi interni aa a
L Use of freshwater resources aa a
P Quality of water distribution system a
P Utilisation of rain water a a
P Water consumption monitoring facilities a a
B Transport a a a a a a a a a
The credits are awarded on a sliding scale based on the assessed
B
buildings’ accessibility to the public transport network. aa a a a aa a a aa
D Bicycle comfort
D Travel connections aa aa aa
S Distanza dai servizi di trasporto pubblico a a a a a a
S Supporto all'uso di biciclette a a a a a
L Key amenities - provision and proximity a aa
L Public transport accessibility a aa
L Provision of safe and adequate pedestrian route ways a aaaa
L Provision of safe and adequate cycle lanes and cyclist facilities a aa a
L Provision of car pooling facilities a
P Vicinity of pedestrian and bicycle routes a
P Level of public transportation services a
B Materials a a a a a a a a
New Build and Major Refurbishment: Up to four credits are
B available, determined by the Green Guide to Specification ratings a a aa
for the major building elements.
Fit Out only: Up to two credits are available, determined by the
B
Green Guide to Specification ratings for the major finishing a
elements. that at least 80% of the combined area of external hard
Evidence
B landscaping and boundary protection specifications achieve an A or a
A+ rating, as defined by the Green Guide to Specification.
Evidence that at least 50% of the total final façade (by area) is
B reused in situ and at least 80% of the reused façade (by mass) a a
comprises in-situ reused material.
Evidence that a design reuses at least 80% of an existing primary
structure and, for part refurbishment and part new build, the volume
B t of the reused structure comprises at least 50% of the final aa
structure’s volume.
H Adaptability and durability of the building a
H Construction process selected a a a a a a a
H Construction materials and products selected a a a a a a a a
H End-of-life deconstructability / recyclability a a a a a a
Escolhas construtivas para a durabilidade e a adaptabilidade da
A
construção
A Escolhas construtivas para a facilidade de conservação da
construção
Escolha dos produtos de construção a fim de limitar os impactos
A
socioambientais da construção
Escolha dos produtos de construção a fim de limitar os impactos da
A
construção à saúde humana
Other effects on the global environment (material use from
D
renewable resources) aa
D Other consumption of renewable resources aa
S Riutilizzo di strutture esistenti aa
S Uso di materiali riciclati/recuperati a a a
S Uso di materiali prodotti da fonti rinnovabili a
S Uso dei sostituti del cemento nel calcestruzzo aa a a
S Uso di materiali riciclabili e smontabili
Depletion and use of renewable and non renewable resources
L
(other than primary energy) aa a
L Responsible sourcing of materials a
P Recycling rate of building materials a a
P t Total use of raw materials (excluding by-products) a a
B Waste a a
New build and refurbishment: up to three credits are available if the
amount of non-hazardous construction waste (m3/100m2 or
B
tonnes100m2) generated on site by the development is the same as a
or better than good or best practice levels.
New build and refurbishment: where a significant majority of
B nonhazardous construction waste generated by the development aa
will be diverted from landfill and reused or recycled.
Fit Out only: Where evidence provided demonstrates that waste
B generated by the fit-out works will be sorted, separated into key a
waste groups and measured.
Fit Out only: Where the majority of non-hazardous construction
B waste generated by the fit-out works will be diverted from landfill and aa
reused or recycled.
Where a central, dedicated space is provided for the storage of the
B
building’s recyclable waste streams. a a
Limitation of waste production, identification, waste management
H
and recovery a a a
H Control of waste production a a
H Adequacy of internal and external waste collection a a
H Control of waste sorting a
H Optimisation of internal waste collection system a
A Otimização da gestão dos resíduos do canteiro de obras a
Otimização da valorização dos resíduos gerados pelas atividades
A
de uso e operação do edifício a
Qualidade do sistema de gestão dos resíduos de uso e operação
A
do edifício a
D Waste by Waste categories a a a a
S Rifiuti solidi prodotti in fase operativa a a a
P Quality of waste management of building a a
P Quality of waste management on building site a a
B Land Use & Ecology a a
Evidence that the majority of the footprint of the proposed
B
development falls within the boundary of previously developed land. a
Evidence that the land used for the new development has, prior to
B development, been defined as contaminated and adequate remedial
steps have been taken to decontaminate the site prior to
a
construction. the site’s construction zone is defined as land of low
Evidence that
B ecological value and all existing features of ecological value will be aa
fully protected from damage during site preparation and construction
works.
Evidence that the change in the site’s existing ecological value, as a
B
result of development, is minimal a
Evidence that there is no negative change in the site’s existing
B
ecological value as a result of development. a
Where the design team (or client) has appointed a suitably qualified
ecologist to advise and report on enhancing and protecting the
B
ecological value of the site; and implemented the professional’s a
recommendations for general enhancement and protection of
Where there is a positive increase in the ecological value of the site
B
of up to (but not including) 6 species. aa
Where there is a positive increase in the ecological value of the site
B
of 6 species or greater. aa
The client has committed to achieving the mandatory requirements
B
listed below and at least two of the additional requirements a
The client has committed to achieving the mandatory requirements
B
listed below and at least four of the additional requirements. aa
H Pollution control a a a a a
A Impactos do edifício sobre a vizinhança
D Risks for local environment (groundwater, surface water, ground, air) aa
S Valore ecologico del sito a a
S Livello di contaminazione del sito a a
L Minimise point sources of eutrophication aa
L Land of low ecological value aa
L Mitigating impact on existing site ecology aa
L Enhance native plant/animal species aa
L Habitat management / action plan aa
L Re-use of previously developed sites aa
L t Development footprint a
L Contaminated land, bioremediation and soil reuse a
L Certified Environmental Management System aa
P Utilization of existing built environment a
P Utilization of existing networks a
P Value of building lot with regard to nature protection a
P t Appearance of rare species on site a
P Soil sealing a a
P Removal of soil materials on site
B Pollution a a a a a a
B t 58 Refrigerant GWP - Building services a a
Evidence of the use of refrigerants with a global warming potential
B (GWP) of less than 5 or where there are no refrigerants specified a a
for use in building services.
B t 59 Preventing refrigerant leaks a a a
Evidence that refrigerant leaks can be detected or where there are
B
no refrigerants specified for the development. a
Evidence that the provision of automatic refrigerant pump down is
made to a heat exchanger (or dedicated storage tanks)
B with isolation valves. a a
OR
There are no refrigerants specified for the development.
B 61 NOx emissions from heating source a a
Evidence that the dry NOx emissions from delivered space heating
B
energy are ≤100 mg/kWh (at 0% excess O2). a a
Evidence that the dry NOx emissions from delivered space heating
B
energy are ≤70 mg/kWh (at 0% excess O2). a a
Evidence that the dry NOx emissions from delivered space heating
B
energy are ≤40 mg/kWh (at 0% excess O2). aa aa
Certivéa quality requirements for Offices and Schools
The system is based on the 14 unweighted issue areas
Waste impact Health, social and cultural impact
General.. developed by HQE. As of 2008, about 200 projects are certified Ecological impact categories relevant to Resource impact categories relevant
H categories relevant to categories relevant to system
Notes.. for at least one phase; 2/3 are private, 1/3 public; 80% are system parameters to system parameters
system parameters parameters
offices, 20% schools; 15 buildings are certified in all 3 phases.
H Whole building or project a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a
H Eco-construction a a a a a a a a a a a a a a
H 1 Relation of the building and its immediate surroundings a a a a
H Consideration of context a
H Site development a a a a
H 3 Low-impact construction site a a a a a a
H Reduction of nuisances and pollution a a
H Management of water and energy resources during construction a a a
H Eco-management a a a a a a a a a a a a a
H 6 Management of solid waste from operations a a
H 7 Maintenance of performance a a a a a a a a
H Optimisation of maintenace needs a a a a a a a
H t Control of environmental and health effects of maintenance a a a
H t Ease of access for maintenance a a
H t Equipment for maintaining operating performance a
H Comfort of users a a a a
H 8 Hygrothermal comfort a a a
H Hygrothermal comfort in winter and mid-season a a a
H Hygrothermal comfort in summer, in facilities without AC a a a
H Hygrothermal comfort in facilities with AC aa aa a
H 9 Noise and acoustics a
H Favourable spatial architectural provisions a
H Proper sound insulation a
H Acoustic correction of premises if necessary a
H t Noise protection for residents and users of adjacent buildings a
H 10 Visual comfort a
H Optimisation of natural light pleasantless a
H Availability of comfortable artificial lighting a
H Satisfactory visual perspective with the outside a
H Availability of artificial lighting of outside areas a
H Health of users a
Creation of proper specific hygiene conditions (common or
H
professional equipment) a
AQUA for Offices and Schools
The system is closely based on the French HQE system for non-
Waste impact Health, social and cultural impact
General.. resdiential buildings, although some low-level parameters are Ecological impact categories relevant to Resource impact categories relevant
A categories relevant to categories relevant to system
Notes.. different. It is being implemented by FCAV, a Brazilian system parameters to system parameters
system parameters parameters
foundation associated with the University of Sao Paolo.
A Whole building or project a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a
A Eco-construction a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a
A 1 Relation of buildings and their immediate surroundings a a a a
Implantação do empreedimento no terreno para um
A
desenvolvimento urbano sustentável
A Qualidade dos espaços exteriores para os usuários
A 3 Low-impact construction site a a a a a a
Redução dos incômodos, poluição e consumo de recursos
A
causados pelo canteiro de obras a
A Eco-management a a a a a a a a a a a a a
A 6 Waste management a a
A 7 Maintenance of performance a a a a a a a
Permanência do desempenho dos sistemas de aquecimento e
A
resfriamento
A Permanência do desempenho dos sistemas de ventilação
A Permanência do desempenho dos sistemas de iluminação
A Permanência do desempenho dos sistemas de gestão da água
A Comfort of users a a a a
A 8 Hygrothermal comfort a a
Implementação de medidas arquitetônicas para otimização do
A
conforto higrotérmico de verão e inverno
A Criação de condições de conforto higrotérmico de inverno
Criação de condições de conforto higrotérmico de verão em
A
ambientes climatizados naturalmente
Criação de condições de conforto higrotérmico de verão em
A
ambientes com sistema de resfriamento artificial
A 9 Noise and acoustics a
Otimização dos elementos arquitetônicos para proteger os usuários
A
do edifício de incômodos acústicos
Criação de uma qualidade do meio acústico adaptado aos
A
diferentes ambientes
A 10 Visual comfort a
Garantia de iluminância natural ótima evitando seus inconvenientes
A
(ofuscamento)
A Iluminação artificial confortável
A Health of users a
A 12 Health conditions in building spaces a
A Controle da exposição eletromagnética
A Criação de condições de higiene específicas
DGNB
The label requirements are determined by the German
government in cooperation with the German Sustainable Building Waste impact Health, social and cultural impact
General.. Ecological impact categories relevant to Resource impact categories relevant
D Council. The first labels are to be issued early in 2009. There categories relevant to categories relevant to system
Notes.. system parameters to system parameters
are three main issue areas (Ecological, Economic and Socio- system parameters parameters
economic and Fu
D Whole building or project a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a
D Ecological Quality a a a a a a a a a a a a a a
D 2 Ozone depletion potential (ODP) aa
D 3 Photochemical ozone creation (POCP) aa
D 4 Acidification potential (AP) aa
D 5 Eutriphication potential (EP) aa a
D 7 Other effects on local environment (light pollution) a a
D t 9 Microclimate a
D Demand of Resources and Waste Generation a a a a a a a
D 10 Primary energy demand, non-renewable (PEnr) aa aa
D 11 Primary energy demand, renewable (PEr) aa aa
D t 15 Demand for space a a a
D Economical Quality
D Lifecycle costs
D 16 Lifecycle costs for the buildings
D Performance
D t 17 Value stability
D Socio-Cultural and Functional Quality a a a a
D Health, Comfort and User Satisfaction a a a
D 18 Thermal comfort in Winter aa
D 19 Thermal comfort in Summer aa
D 21 Acoustic comfort a
D 22 Visual comfort a
D 23 Influence of the user aa
D 24 Building-related outdoor quality aa a
D 25 Safety and accident risks aa
D Functionality a a a
D 26 Accessibility aa a
D 27 Area efficiency
D t 28 Capability of conversion a
D t 29 Public accessibility aa a
D Design Quality
D t 31 Assurance of design and urban quality through competition a
D t 32 Art at the building a a
D Technical Quality a
D t Quality of Technical Execution
D t 33 Fire protection
D 34 Sound insulation
D 35 Quality of the building envelope (thermal and moisture protection)
D 36 Capacity for refitting technical building equipment
D 37 Operability of technical building equipment
D 38 Quality of the accoutrement of technical building equipment
Durability / adaptation of selected building products, systems and
D 39
constructions (assemblies) to the planned service life a
D 40 Effort for cleaning and maintaining the building construction
D t 41 Resistance to hail, storms and floodwaters
D 42 Ability to reconstruct and to recycle a
D Process Quality a a a
D t Design Quality
D t 43 Quality of project preparation
D 44 Integrated planning
D t 45 Proof of optimisation and complexity of the strategy in planning
D t 46 Considerations of aspects of sustainability in the tender and placing
D t 47 Creation of requirements for optimal utlisation and management
D t Quality of building construction
D 48 Building site / Building process
D t 49 Quality of the executing companies / prequalification
D 50 Quality assurance of the execution of construction work a a a
D t 51 Controlled startup a a a
D t Quality of management
D 52 Controlling
D 53 Management
D 54 Systematic inspection, repair and maintenance
D t 55 Qualification of operating staff
D Location Quality a a a a a
56 Risks on the micro-site a a
57 Circumstances on the micro-site a
58 Image and condition of location and quarter
t 60 Closeness to other institutions
61 Supply lines / access
t 62 Planning and building laws
63 Expand …. Reserves
SBT Uffici 1.1
Waste impact Health, social and cultural impact
General.. Ecological impact categories relevant to Resource impact categories relevant
S Adaptation of GBTool for Italian conditions. categories relevant to categories relevant to system
Notes.. system parameters to system parameters
system parameters parameters
S Whole building or project a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a
S Site selection, project planning and urban design a a a a a a a a a a a a
S Site selection
S Project planning
S 4 Raccolta e riciclo di rifiuti solidi a
S Urban planning and design
S 6 Uso di piante locali a a
S Energy and resource consumption a a a a a a a a a
S Peak electric demand during operations a a a a a
S 9 Energia elettrica: richiesta di picco durante la fase operativa aaaa a a aa
S Renewable energy a a a a
S 10 Energia rinnovabile prodotta fuori dal sito a a a a
S 11 Energia rinnovabile prodotta in sito (energia termica) a a a a
S 12 Energia rinnovabile prodotta in sito (energia elettrica) a a a a
S t Passive cooling a a a
S 20 Temperatura dell'aria interna in assenza di impianti di raffrescamento a a a a a
S 21 Controllo della radiazione solare a a a a a
S 22 Sfasamento e attenuazione dell'onda termica a a a a a
S Environmental loadings a a a a a a a a a a
S Other atmospheric emissions
S 24 Emissione di sostanze acidificanti prodotte annualmente aa
Emissioni responsabili della formazione di fotossidanti prodotte
S 25
annualmente aa a
S Solid waste
S Waste water a a
S 27 Acque grigie inviate in fognatura a a
S 28 Permeabilità del suolo a a
S Other ecological impacts a
S 29 Effetto isola di calore: aree esterne pavimentate a
S 30 Effetto isola di calore: coperture a
S Indoor environmental quality a a a a a
S Temperature and relative humidity a
S 38 Temperatura dell'aria e umidità relativa percepita dagli occupanti a
S 39 Distribuzione verticale della temperatura percepita dagli occupanti a
S Daylighting and artificial illumination a
S 40 Illuminazione naturale negli ambienti principali a
S 41 Abbagliamento a
S 42 Livelli di illuminamento e qualità della luce artificiale a
S t Electromagnetic emissions a
S 43 Campi magnetici a frequenza industriale (50 Hertz) a
S Service Quality a a a a a
S t Controllability a a a a
BACS (Building Automation and Control System) e TBM (Technical
S 44
Building Management) a a a
S Flexibility and adaptability
S 45 Possibilità di modifica dei sistemi tecnici
S Commissioning a a a a
S 46 Commissioning degli impianti aa a a aa
S Maintenance of performance a
S 47 Mantenimento delle prestazioni dell'involucro a
S 48 Sviluppo del piano di manutenzione
S 49 Monitoraggio delle prestazioni
S 50 Conservazione della documentazione tecnica "as built"
S 51 Registro della storia dell'edificio
S Social and economic aspects
S Social aspects
52 Accesso diretto alla vista sull'esterno dai principali locali di lavoro
LEnSE
LEnSE is a research project funded by the EC and led by BBRI,
LEnSE has made many innovative suggestions for
General.. ARMINES, BRE and others. The system is the first to integrate LEnSE has extensive proposals for dealing Resource impact categories relevant LEnSE deals with
L of parameters to be included, relevant benchmarks
Notes.. social and economic variables into its structure. It also has an with polluted and remediated sites. to system parameters radioactive waste
supporting documentation is to be provided.
innovative weighting system that pre-sets 800 points as core wei
L Whole building or project a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a
L Environmental a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a
L Use of renewable primary energy aa aa
L Destruction of the stratospheric ozone layer aa
L Local tropospheric ozoneformation aa a a
L 2 Biodiversity a a a
L Non hazardous waste disposal a
L Hazardous waste to disposal a a
L 4 Environmental management & Geophysical risk a
L Minimising regional specific climatalogical risk a
L Minimizing regional specific geophysical risk a
L Social a a a a a a
L 5 Occupant wellbeing
L Lighting comfort (artificial & natural) a a aa
L Thermal comfort a a aa
L Acoustic comfort a
L Occupant satisfaction aa
L Internal user amenities a
L Outdoor space a
L Materials/substance exclusion a
L Quality of drinking water a
L Building safety assessment a a
L 7 Security a
L Site security and spatial arrangement aa
L Building security aa
L 8 Social and cultural value
L t Community impact consultation
L t Social cost benefit analysis
L Socially responsible and ethical procurement of goods/services
L Considerate Constructors a
L External 'neighbourhood' impacts a
L t Design quality a
L Economic
L 9 Financing and management
L Function analysis
L Risk & value management
L 10 Whole life value
L Whole Life Cost appraisal - Strategic level
L t Whole Life Cost appraisal - Component level
L t Option appraisal
L t Exchange value
L t Added value
L Building adaptability
L Design for maintainable buildings / Ease of maintenance
L 11 Externalities
Local employment opportunities/use of local services
Specification/use of locally produced materials
t Branding and external expression
PromisE
The system was developed by VTT, and is intended to be
Waste impact Health, social and cultural impact
General.. applied to large projects with value greater than 5 million Euro. Ecological impact categories relevant to Resource impact categories relevant
P categories relevant to categories relevant to system
Notes.. Performance levels range from A to E, where E is the Finnish system parameters to system parameters
system parameters parameters
Building Code level.
P Whole building or project a a a a a a a a a a a a a
P Management a a a a a a a
P Commissioning a a a a a a
P 1 Quality of indoor climate supervision and documentation a a a a a a a
P t 2 Qualtiy of approval inspection a a a a a a
P Management and Monitoring (energy, IAQ) a a a a a
P 3 Energy consumption management a a a a a
P Guidance a
P 4 Quality of building maintenance manual a
P Sustainable Sites (land use, ecology, transport) a a a
P Land use a
P Flexibility etc.
P 11 Design service life
P 12 Level of carefulness and detail of service life design
P 13 Level of adaptability
P t 16 Data communication systems, video conference facilities a
P 17 Level of other services needed by users a
P Risks a a
P 18 Level of purity of building site a a
P 19 Building material risks a
P 20 Level of environmental risk management on building site a
P Water Efficiency a a
P Energy & Atmosphere a a a a a
P Refrigerants a
P 29 Risks of refrigerants a
P Materials and Resources a a
P Waste management a a
P Indoor Environmental Quality a a a
P IEQ targets and design a
P t 34 Setting of requirements and level of requirements a
P 35 Quality of design a
P Lighting control a a a
P 38 Intensity and uniformity a a a
P 39 Prevention of reflections and glare a
P Material emissions, pollutants a
P 40 Surface material emissions a
P Humidity and mould control a
P 41 Quality of moist and humidity control on site a
P t 42 Quality of building-physical design a
P Other
t 43 The classification tool versions that have been used in this work
Comparison of selected building
Impact categories adapted from CEN TC 350 Impact categories adapted from CEN TC 350
performance rating systems
stratospheric ozone layer
commercial retail viability
Financial risk or benefits
Acidification of land and
Changes in biodiversity
System
Eutrophication of water
Housing affordability or
Photo-chemical ozone
Certivéa for Offices
system (employment,
Changes in economic
Changes to social or
and other ecological
economic stimulus)
Destruction of the
creation (POCP)
cultural systems
water resources
Climate change
AQUA for Offices
BREEAM Offices
for investors
Level 1 issue
systems
SBT Uffici 1.1
bodies
and Schools
and Schools
Level 2 issue
PromisE
LEnSE
DGNB
2008
Level 3 issue
Note that single letters in Column A identify system name for sorting Health, society
Ecological systems and culture Economy
B Daylighting a a a a a
Evidence that at least 80% of floor area in each occupied space is
B
adequately daylit. aa a a a aaaa
H Optimisation of natural light pleasantless
Garantia de iluminância natural ótima evitando seus inconvenientes
A
(ofuscamento)
D Visual comfort
S Illuminazione naturale negli ambienti principali
L Lighting comfort (artificial & natural) a
P Intensity and uniformity a a
Indoor air quality and ventilation
Evidence that, in all relevant building areas, lighting is appropriately
B
zoned and occupant controllable.
Evidence that fresh air is capable of being delivered to the occupied
B spaces of the building via a natural ventilation strategy, and there is a a a a
sufficient user-control of the supply of fresh air.
Where air intakes serving occupied areas avoid major sources of
B
external pollution and recirculation of exhaust air. aa
Evidence that the emissions of VOCs and other substances from
B
key internal finishes and fittings comply with best practice levels.
H t Reduction in sources of unpleasant odours
H t Limitation of unpleasant olfactory sensations
H Control of pollution sources
H Limitations of effects of air pollutants on health
Limitation of nuisances stemming from the internal space and from
H
surfaces
A t Garantia de uma ventilação eficaz
A t Controle das fontes de odores desagradáveis
A Garantia de uma ventilação eficaz
A Controle das fontes de poluição
D Indoor air quality
S Migrazione di inquinanti tra ambienti
S Monitoraggio della qualità dell'aria
S Controllo degli agenti inquinanti (Radon)
S Qualità dell'aria e della ventilazione in ambienti ventilati naturalmente
Qualità dell'aria e della ventilazione in ambienti ventilati
S
meccanicamente
S Velocità dell'aria in ambienti ventilati meccanicamente a a a
S Efficienza di ventilazione in ambienti ventilati meccanicamente a a a
L Ventilation conditions a
L Indoor air quality a
P a a
P Volume of ventilation (air exhange rate) a
P t Purity of incoming air
B Energy and GHG emissions a a a a a a
Evidence of an improvement in the energy efficiency of the
B building’s fabric and services and therefore achieves lower building aa a a a aaaa a
operational related CO2 emissions.
H Non-renewable primary energy saving a a a a a a
A Redução do consumo de energia por meio da concepção
arquitetônica
Redução do consumo de energia primária e dos poluentes
A
associados
D Global warming potential (GWP) aa a a a
D Primary energy demand, non-renewable (PEnr) aa aaaa
D Primary energy demand, renewable (PEr) aa aaaa
S Fabbisogno annuo di energia primaria per la climatizzazione invernale aa a a a aaaa
S Fabbisogno annuo di energia primaria per il raffrescamento a a a a a
S Emissioni effetto serra prodotte annualmente per l'esercizio dell'edificio aa aa a
L Building - depletion of nonrenewable primary energy aa aa
L t Transport - depletion of nonrenewable primary energy aa aa
P t Setting of requirements for energy consumption a
P Heat consumption a
P Environmental impact of building products a a a
P Environmental impact from energy use a a a a
B Water a a a
Evidence that the specification includes taps, urinals, WCs and
B showers that consume less potable water in use than standard a aa
specifications for the same type of fittings.
H Savings of potable water a
H t Management of rainwater at parcel scale
H Management of wastewater a
Maintenance of drinking water quality in building water distribution
H
systems
H t Control of access to collective distribution systems a
Control of quality of water not stemming from a drinking water
H t distribution system a
A Redução do consumo de água potável
A Otimização da gestão de águas pluviais
A Qualidade e durabilidade dos materiais empregados em redes
internas
A Organização e proteção das redes internas
A Controle da temperatura na rede interna
A Controle dos tratamentos anticorrosivo e anti-incrustação
D Consumption of fresh water in use phase
S Uso di acqua potabile per irrigazione
S Uso di acqua potabile per usi interni
L Use of freshwater resources
P Quality of water distribution system
P Utilisation of rain water
P Water consumption monitoring facilities
B Transport a a a a a a a
The credits are awarded on a sliding scale based on the assessed
B
buildings’ accessibility to the public transport network. aa a a a aa a a a
D Bicycle comfort
D Travel connections aa aa
S Distanza dai servizi di trasporto pubblico a a a
S Supporto all'uso di biciclette a a a
L Key amenities - provision and proximity aa
L Public transport accessibility
L Provision of safe and adequate pedestrian route ways
L Provision of safe and adequate cycle lanes and cyclist facilities
L Provision of car pooling facilities
P Vicinity of pedestrian and bicycle routes
P Level of public transportation services
B Materials a a a a
New Build and Major Refurbishment: Up to four credits are
B available, determined by the Green Guide to Specification ratings a a
for the major building elements.
Fit Out only: Up to two credits are available, determined by the
B
Green Guide to Specification ratings for the major finishing
elements. that at least 80% of the combined area of external hard
Evidence
B landscaping and boundary protection specifications achieve an A or
A+ rating, as defined by the Green Guide to Specification.
Evidence that at least 50% of the total final façade (by area) is
B reused in situ and at least 80% of the reused façade (by mass)
comprises in-situ reused material.
Evidence that a design reuses at least 80% of an existing primary
structure and, for part refurbishment and part new build, the volume
B t of the reused structure comprises at least 50% of the final
structure’s volume.
H Adaptability and durability of the building a
H Construction process selected a a a a a a
H Construction materials and products selected a a a a a a
H End-of-life deconstructability / recyclability a a
Escolhas construtivas para a durabilidade e a adaptabilidade da
A
construção
A Escolhas construtivas para a facilidade de conservação da
construção
Escolha dos produtos de construção a fim de limitar os impactos
A
socioambientais da construção
Escolha dos produtos de construção a fim de limitar os impactos da
A
construção à saúde humana
Other effects on the global environment (material use from
D
renewable resources)
D Other consumption of renewable resources
S Riutilizzo di strutture esistenti a
S Uso di materiali riciclati/recuperati a a
S Uso di materiali prodotti da fonti rinnovabili
S Uso dei sostituti del cemento nel calcestruzzo aa
S Uso di materiali riciclabili e smontabili
Depletion and use of renewable and non renewable resources
L
(other than primary energy)
L Responsible sourcing of materials
P Recycling rate of building materials
P t Total use of raw materials (excluding by-products)
B Waste
New build and refurbishment: up to three credits are available if the
amount of non-hazardous construction waste (m3/100m2 or
B
tonnes100m2) generated on site by the development is the same as
or better than good or best practice levels.
New build and refurbishment: where a significant majority of
B nonhazardous construction waste generated by the development
will be diverted from landfill and reused or recycled.
Fit Out only: Where evidence provided demonstrates that waste
B generated by the fit-out works will be sorted, separated into key
waste groups and measured.
Fit Out only: Where the majority of non-hazardous construction
B waste generated by the fit-out works will be diverted from landfill and
reused or recycled.
Where a central, dedicated space is provided for the storage of the
B
building’s recyclable waste streams.
Limitation of waste production, identification, waste management
H
and recovery a a
H Control of waste production
H Adequacy of internal and external waste collection
H Control of waste sorting
H Optimisation of internal waste collection system
A Otimização da gestão dos resíduos do canteiro de obras
Otimização da valorização dos resíduos gerados pelas atividades
A
de uso e operação do edifício
Qualidade do sistema de gestão dos resíduos de uso e operação
A
do edifício
D Waste by Waste categories
S Rifiuti solidi prodotti in fase operativa
P Quality of waste management of building
P Quality of waste management on building site
B Land Use & Ecology a
Evidence that the majority of the footprint of the proposed
B
development falls within the boundary of previously developed land.
Evidence that the land used for the new development has, prior to
B development, been defined as contaminated and adequate remedial
steps have been taken to decontaminate the site prior to
construction. the site’s construction zone is defined as land of low
Evidence that
B ecological value and all existing features of ecological value will be
fully protected from damage during site preparation and construction
works.
Evidence that the change in the site’s existing ecological value, as a
B
result of development, is minimal a
Evidence that there is no negative change in the site’s existing
B
ecological value as a result of development. a
Where the design team (or client) has appointed a suitably qualified
ecologist to advise and report on enhancing and protecting the
B
ecological value of the site; and implemented the professional’s a
recommendations for general enhancement and protection of
Where there is a positive increase in the ecological value of the site
B
of up to (but not including) 6 species. aa
Where there is a positive increase in the ecological value of the site
B
of 6 species or greater. aa
The client has committed to achieving the mandatory requirements
B
listed below and at least two of the additional requirements a
The client has committed to achieving the mandatory requirements
B
listed below and at least four of the additional requirements. aa
H Pollution control a a a a a
A Impactos do edifício sobre a vizinhança
D Risks for local environment (groundwater, surface water, ground, air) aa
S Valore ecologico del sito a
S Livello di contaminazione del sito a
L Minimise point sources of eutrophication aa
L Land of low ecological value
L Mitigating impact on existing site ecology aa
L Enhance native plant/animal species aa
L Habitat management / action plan aa
L Re-use of previously developed sites
L t Development footprint
L Contaminated land, bioremediation and soil reuse
L Certified Environmental Management System aa a
P Utilization of existing built environment a
P Utilization of existing networks a
P Value of building lot with regard to nature protection a
P t Appearance of rare species on site a
P Soil sealing
P Removal of soil materials on site
B Pollution a a a a
B t 58 Refrigerant GWP - Building services a a
Evidence of the use of refrigerants with a global warming potential
B (GWP) of less than 5 or where there are no refrigerants specified a a
for use in building services.
B t 59 Preventing refrigerant leaks a
Evidence that refrigerant leaks can be detected or where there are
B
no refrigerants specified for the development.
Evidence that the provision of automatic refrigerant pump down is
made to a heat exchanger (or dedicated storage tanks)
B with isolation valves. a
OR
There are no refrigerants specified for the development.
B 61 NOx emissions from heating source a
Evidence that the dry NOx emissions from delivered space heating
B
energy are ≤100 mg/kWh (at 0% excess O2). a
Evidence that the dry NOx emissions from delivered space heating
B
energy are ≤70 mg/kWh (at 0% excess O2). a
Evidence that the dry NOx emissions from delivered space heating
B
energy are ≤40 mg/kWh (at 0% excess O2). aaaa
Certivéa quality requirements for Offices and Schools
The system is based on the 14 unweighted issue areas
Health, social and cultural impact Economic impact
General.. developed by HQE. As of 2008, about 200 projects are certified Ecological impact categories relevant to
H categories relevant to system categories relevant to
Notes.. for at least one phase; 2/3 are private, 1/3 public; 80% are system parameters
parameters system parameters
offices, 20% schools; 15 buildings are certified in all 3 phases.
H Whole building or project a a a a a a a a a a
H Eco-construction a a a a a a a a
H 1 Relation of the building and its immediate surroundings a a a
H Consideration of context a
H Site development a a
H 3 Low-impact construction site a a
H Reduction of nuisances and pollution
H Management of water and energy resources during construction
H Eco-management a a a a a a a
H 6 Management of solid waste from operations
H 7 Maintenance of performance a a a a a a
H Optimisation of maintenace needs a a a a a a
H t Control of environmental and health effects of maintenance a a
H t Ease of access for maintenance
H t Equipment for maintaining operating performance
H Comfort of users a a
H 8 Hygrothermal comfort a a
H Hygrothermal comfort in winter and mid-season a a
H Hygrothermal comfort in summer, in facilities without AC a a
H Hygrothermal comfort in facilities with AC aa aa a
H 9 Noise and acoustics a
H Favourable spatial architectural provisions
H Proper sound insulation
H Acoustic correction of premises if necessary
H t Noise protection for residents and users of adjacent buildings a
H 10 Visual comfort
H Optimisation of natural light pleasantless
H Availability of comfortable artificial lighting
H Satisfactory visual perspective with the outside
H Availability of artificial lighting of outside areas
H Health of users a
Creation of proper specific hygiene conditions (common or
H
professional equipment)
AQUA for Offices and Schools
The system is closely based on the French HQE system for non-
Health, social and cultural impact Economic impact
General.. resdiential buildings, although some low-level parameters are Ecological impact categories relevant to
A categories relevant to system categories relevant to
Notes.. different. It is being implemented by FCAV, a Brazilian system parameters
parameters system parameters
foundation associated with the University of Sao Paolo.
A Whole building or project a a a a a a a a a a
A Eco-construction a a a a a a a a
A 1 Relation of buildings and their immediate surroundings a a a
Implantação do empreedimento no terreno para um
A
desenvolvimento urbano sustentável
A Qualidade dos espaços exteriores para os usuários
A 3 Low-impact construction site a a
Redução dos incômodos, poluição e consumo de recursos
A
causados pelo canteiro de obras
A Eco-management a a a a a a a
A 6 Waste management
A 7 Maintenance of performance a a a a a
Permanência do desempenho dos sistemas de aquecimento e
A
resfriamento
A Permanência do desempenho dos sistemas de ventilação
A Permanência do desempenho dos sistemas de iluminação
A Permanência do desempenho dos sistemas de gestão da água
A Comfort of users a a
A 8 Hygrothermal comfort a
Implementação de medidas arquitetônicas para otimização do
A
conforto higrotérmico de verão e inverno
A Criação de condições de conforto higrotérmico de inverno
Criação de condições de conforto higrotérmico de verão em
A
ambientes climatizados naturalmente
Criação de condições de conforto higrotérmico de verão em
A
ambientes com sistema de resfriamento artificial
A 9 Noise and acoustics a
Otimização dos elementos arquitetônicos para proteger os usuários
A
do edifício de incômodos acústicos
Criação de uma qualidade do meio acústico adaptado aos
A
diferentes ambientes
A 10 Visual comfort
Garantia de iluminância natural ótima evitando seus inconvenientes
A
(ofuscamento)
A Iluminação artificial confortável
A Health of users a
A 12 Health conditions in building spaces
A Controle da exposição eletromagnética
A Criação de condições de higiene específicas
DGNB
The label requirements are determined by the German
government in cooperation with the German Sustainable Building Health, social and cultural impact Economic impact
General.. Ecological impact categories relevant to
D Council. The first labels are to be issued early in 2009. There categories relevant to system categories relevant to
Notes.. system parameters
are three main issue areas (Ecological, Economic and Socio- parameters system parameters
economic and Fu
D Whole building or project a a a a a a a a a a
D Ecological Quality a a a a a a a
D 2 Ozone depletion potential (ODP) aa
D 3 Photochemical ozone creation (POCP) aa
D 4 Acidification potential (AP) aa
D 5 Eutriphication potential (EP) aa
D 7 Other effects on local environment (light pollution) a
D t 9 Microclimate a
D Demand of Resources and Waste Generation a a
D 10 Primary energy demand, non-renewable (PEnr) aa aaaa
D 11 Primary energy demand, renewable (PEr) aa aaaa
D t 15 Demand for space a a
D Economical Quality a a a
D Lifecycle costs a a a
D 16 Lifecycle costs for the buildings aa a a
D Performance a
D t 17 Value stability aa
D Socio-Cultural and Functional Quality
D Health, Comfort and User Satisfaction
D 18 Thermal comfort in Winter
D 19 Thermal comfort in Summer
D 21 Acoustic comfort
D 22 Visual comfort
D 23 Influence of the user
D 24 Building-related outdoor quality
D 25 Safety and accident risks
D Functionality
D 26 Accessibility
D 27 Area efficiency
D t 28 Capability of conversion
D t 29 Public accessibility
D Design Quality
D t 31 Assurance of design and urban quality through competition
D t 32 Art at the building
D Technical Quality
D t Quality of Technical Execution
D t 33 Fire protection
D 34 Sound insulation
D 35 Quality of the building envelope (thermal and moisture protection)
D 36 Capacity for refitting technical building equipment
D 37 Operability of technical building equipment
D 38 Quality of the accoutrement of technical building equipment
Durability / adaptation of selected building products, systems and
D 39
constructions (assemblies) to the planned service life
D 40 Effort for cleaning and maintaining the building construction
D t 41 Resistance to hail, storms and floodwaters
D 42 Ability to reconstruct and to recycle
D Process Quality
D t Design Quality
D t 43 Quality of project preparation
D 44 Integrated planning
D t 45 Proof of optimisation and complexity of the strategy in planning
D t 46 Considerations of aspects of sustainability in the tender and placing
D t 47 Creation of requirements for optimal utlisation and management
D t Quality of building construction
D 48 Building site / Building process
D t 49 Quality of the executing companies / prequalification
D 50 Quality assurance of the execution of construction work
D t 51 Controlled startup
D t Quality of management
D 52 Controlling
D 53 Management
D 54 Systematic inspection, repair and maintenance
D t 55 Qualification of operating staff
D Location Quality a a a
56 Risks on the micro-site a aa
57 Circumstances on the micro-site
58 Image and condition of location and quarter
t 60 Closeness to other institutions
61 Supply lines / access
t 62 Planning and building laws
63 Expand …. Reserves
SBT Uffici 1.1
Health, social and cultural impact Economic impact
General.. Ecological impact categories relevant to
S Adaptation of GBTool for Italian conditions. categories relevant to system categories relevant to
Notes.. system parameters
parameters system parameters
S Whole building or project a a a a a a a a
S Site selection, project planning and urban design a a a a a a
S Site selection
S Project planning
S 4 Raccolta e riciclo di rifiuti solidi
S Urban planning and design
S 6 Uso di piante locali a
S Energy and resource consumption a a a a a
S Peak electric demand during operations a a a a a
S 9 Energia elettrica: richiesta di picco durante la fase operativa aaaa a a aaaa
S Renewable energy a a a a
S 10 Energia rinnovabile prodotta fuori dal sito a a a a
S 11 Energia rinnovabile prodotta in sito (energia termica) a a a a
S 12 Energia rinnovabile prodotta in sito (energia elettrica) a a a aa
S t Passive cooling a aa
S 20 Temperatura dell'aria interna in assenza di impianti di raffrescamento a a a
S 21 Controllo della radiazione solare a a a
S 22 Sfasamento e attenuazione dell'onda termica a a a
S Environmental loadings a a a a a
S Other atmospheric emissions
S 24 Emissione di sostanze acidificanti prodotte annualmente aa
Emissioni responsabili della formazione di fotossidanti prodotte
S 25
annualmente aa
S Solid waste
S Waste water
S 27 Acque grigie inviate in fognatura
S 28 Permeabilità del suolo
S Other ecological impacts a
S 29 Effetto isola di calore: aree esterne pavimentate a
S 30 Effetto isola di calore: coperture a
S Indoor environmental quality a a a
S Temperature and relative humidity
S 38 Temperatura dell'aria e umidità relativa percepita dagli occupanti
S 39 Distribuzione verticale della temperatura percepita dagli occupanti
S Daylighting and artificial illumination
S 40 Illuminazione naturale negli ambienti principali
S 41 Abbagliamento
S 42 Livelli di illuminamento e qualità della luce artificiale
S t Electromagnetic emissions
S 43 Campi magnetici a frequenza industriale (50 Hertz)
S Service Quality a a a a
S t Controllability a a a a
BACS (Building Automation and Control System) e TBM (Technical
S 44
Building Management) a a a a
S Flexibility and adaptability aa
S 45 Possibilità di modifica dei sistemi tecnici a
S Commissioning a a a a
S 46 Commissioning degli impianti aa a a aaaa
S Maintenance of performance a
S 47 Mantenimento delle prestazioni dell'involucro aa
S 48 Sviluppo del piano di manutenzione a
S 49 Monitoraggio delle prestazioni a
S 50 Conservazione della documentazione tecnica "as built"
S 51 Registro della storia dell'edificio
S Social and economic aspects a
S Social aspects a
52 Accesso diretto alla vista sull'esterno dai principali locali di lavoro a
LEnSE
LEnSE is a research project funded by the EC and led by BBRI,
LEnSE has made many innovative suggestions for the type
General.. ARMINES, BRE and others. The system is the first to integrate LEnSE has extensive proposals for dealing
L of parameters to be included, relevant benchmarks and how
Notes.. social and economic variables into its structure. It also has an with polluted and remediated sites.
supporting documentation is to be provided.
innovative weighting system that pre-sets 800 points as core wei
L Whole building or project a a a a a a a a
L Environmental a a a a a
L Use of renewable primary energy aa aa
L Destruction of the stratospheric ozone layer aa
L Local tropospheric ozoneformation aa
L 2 Biodiversity a a
L Non hazardous waste disposal
L Hazardous waste to disposal
L 4 Environmental management & Geophysical risk a a
L Minimising regional specific climatalogical risk a aa
L Minimizing regional specific geophysical risk a aa
L Social a a a a
L 5 Occupant wellbeing
L Lighting comfort (artificial & natural) a
L Thermal comfort a
L Acoustic comfort
L Occupant satisfaction
L Internal user amenities
L Outdoor space
L Materials/substance exclusion
L Quality of drinking water
L Building safety assessment
L 7 Security
L Site security and spatial arrangement
L Building security
L 8 Social and cultural value a a
L t Community impact consultation a a
L t Social cost benefit analysis a a a
L Socially responsible and ethical procurement of goods/services a a a
L Considerate Constructors a a
L External 'neighbourhood' impacts a a
L t Design quality a a
L Economic a a a
L 9 Financing and management a
L Function analysis
L Risk & value management aa
L 10 Whole life value
L Whole Life Cost appraisal - Strategic level aa
L t Whole Life Cost appraisal - Component level aa
L t Option appraisal aa
L t Exchange value aa
L t Added value a
L Building adaptability a
L Design for maintainable buildings / Ease of maintenance a
L 11 Externalities a a
Local employment opportunities/use of local services a
Specification/use of locally produced materials a
t Branding and external expression a
PromisE
The system was developed by VTT, and is intended to be
Health, social and cultural impact Economic impact
General.. applied to large projects with value greater than 5 million Euro. Ecological impact categories relevant to
P categories relevant to system categories relevant to
Notes.. Performance levels range from A to E, where E is the Finnish system parameters
parameters system parameters
Building Code level.
P Whole building or project a a a a a a a
P Management a a a a
P Commissioning a a a a
P 1 Quality of indoor climate supervision and documentation a a a a
P t 2 Qualtiy of approval inspection a a a a
P Management and Monitoring (energy, IAQ) a a a a
P 3 Energy consumption management a a a a
P Guidance
P 4 Quality of building maintenance manual
P Sustainable Sites (land use, ecology, transport) a a
P Land use a
P Flexibility etc. a
P 11 Design service life a
P 12 Level of carefulness and detail of service life design
P 13 Level of adaptability
P t 16 Data communication systems, video conference facilities
P 17 Level of other services needed by users
P Risks
P 18 Level of purity of building site
P 19 Building material risks
P 20 Level of environmental risk management on building site
P Water Efficiency
P Energy & Atmosphere a a a a
P Refrigerants a
P 29 Risks of refrigerants a
P Materials and Resources
P Waste management
P Indoor Environmental Quality a a
P IEQ targets and design a
P t 34 Setting of requirements and level of requirements
P 35 Quality of design
P Lighting control a a
P 38 Intensity and uniformity a a
P 39 Prevention of reflections and glare
P Material emissions, pollutants
P 40 Surface material emissions
P Humidity and mould control
P 41 Quality of moist and humidity control on site
P t 42 Quality of building-physical design
P Other
t 43 The classification tool versions that have been used in this work
