BREEAM In-Use

Introduction BREEAM In-Use helps building managers reduce the running costs and improve the environmental performance of existing buildings.

Introduction It is designed to : Reduce operational costs Enhance the value and marketability of property assets Give a transparent platform for negotiating building improvements with landlords and owners To be compatible with environmental legislation and standards, such as energy labelling and ISO 14001

Introduction Give greater engagement with staff in implementing sustainable business practices Provide opportunities to improve staff satisfaction with the working environment with the potential for significant improvements in productivity Demonstrate commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Improve organisational effectiveness Provide a genuine badge of proven sustainability

Importance of using BREEAM In-Use Existing build is the major percentage of total stock Who is it for ? Building owners/occupiers can –monitor their own buildings –assess management practices –compare with best practice benchmarks –produce action plans to improve Also very valuable for investors, fund managers and consultants

Statistics – UK Carbon Dioxide Emissions Domestic Buildings Commercial and Public Sector Buildings Industrial buildings Construction Materials Other Industry Transport - people Transport - other goods Transport - Construction Agriculture

The built environment Source: Office of National Statistics

Basic attributes Quick and simple Detailed information can be added over time –based on data entered over time Separates the physical characteristics from how the building is managed Supports and builds on existing reporting systems –integrates Energy Performance Certificates and Display Energy Certificates

Basic attributes Allow assessments of portfolios and / or individual buildings Self-assessment Independent certification Holistic approach –sustainability (climate change/resources/energy/other) –fire and security Applies to any age of building

Outputs – Certificates Asset rating –the building’s characteristics Building Management rating –the operation of the building Organisational rating –how clients are managing their activities within the building Declaration of Commitment –demonstrating an organisation’s commitment to BREEAM In-Use (for portfolio members only)

Outputs – KPIs Performance against each question Performance against each question category Energy consumption Water consumption Waste arisings Bespoke KPI reporting

Outputs – Ratings <10% UNCLASSIFIED >10% ACCEPTABLE >25% PASS >40% GOOD >55% VERY GOOD >70% EXCELLENT >85% OUTSTANDING

EnergyWaterMaterials TransportWastePollution Health and WellbeingManagement Land Use & Ecology Issues

Weightings

BREEAM In-Use Summary Simple, easy-to-use, low cost Online data collection system Uses common metrics Incorporates a feedback loop Brings together existing KPIs Helps reduce running costs and improve environmental performance

Further information Go to –further information –scheme document and fee sheet –register your expression of interest –access the BREEAM In-Use tool and register buildings now