Part of the BRE Trust Protecting People, Property and the Planet BREEAM In-Use Sarah Young BREEAM In-Use Scheme Manager Ecobuild March 2012

Protecting People, Property and the Planet What is BREEAM In-Use

–An environmental assessment method for existing (in- use) non-domestic buildings. –A standard (BES5058), easy-to-use assessment methodology and independent certification process –Improves environmental performance and building management –Identifies parts of a property portfolio that are under performing and may require refurbishment. –Ongoing assessment method to encourage continual improvements

Issues that are covered within BREEAM In-Use

Why is BREEAM In-Use important?

What are the benefits of BREEAM In-Use Benchmarks for Improvements Reduction on Running Costs Reduces Environmental Impact Best Practice Company Green Image International BREEAM In-Use Higher Rent / Property Marketability Corporate Social Responsibility

BREEAM In-Use Statistics Statistics available at Statistics include: Certificated by country Age of assets certificated Asset types certificated Ratings by age of building

Protecting People, Property and the Planet Assessment and Certification

Assessment and certification options BREEAM In-Use can be self assessed and/or independently certificated at the 3 levels: Part 1 – Asset Part 2 - Building Management Part 3 – Occupier Management

Weightings and Star Ratings*: –Each issue is weighted differently –BREEAM In-Use provides Star Ratings which vary between 1-6. < 10% UNCLASSIFIED - >10% ACCEPTABLE >25% PASS >40% GOOD >55% VERY GOOD >70% EXCELLENT >85% OUTSTANDING

What are the benefits of certification –Independent third party confirmation of the environmental impact of asset and/or management systems. –Publicise certification by displaying a BREEAM In-Use certificate –Concise and authentic data to promote improvements to assets. –Annual Certificate renewals to reflect current practices and encourage improvement.

Certification Pathway The Auditor can conduct the Client role if requested by the Client Consultancy opportunities and refurbishment opportunities post certification

Protecting People, Property and the Planet Online System

Features of the BREEAM In-Use Online System –BREEAM In-Use Online Questionnaire –Automated scoring and certificates –Online registration and payments –BREEAM In-Use licensed Auditors can view detailed assessments –Collection of some of the data for audit can be conducted remotely –Communication record between Client and Auditor

The online Dashboard:

How to apply Go to Select link > Register Once registered, the Login link can be used to access the system

Client training and examination Training is required for all users to understand the core principles of BREEAM In-Use and the online system. Examination is required to access the full BREEAM In- Use question set; Clients are only required to successfully complete the client exam once. Training and examination are located at via the Scope and Training page. If a client has appointed an Auditor to act on their behalf, they are not required to undertake the training and examination.

Protecting People, Property and the Planet Auditor Qualification

What is the role of a BREEAM In-Use Auditor? –If the client (Asset Owner or Tenant) decides to proceed to full certification, their pre-assessment must be audited by a licensed BREEAM In-Use auditor.

Current qualifications required to become a BREEAM In- Use Auditor BREEAM Assessor BRE Global Fire Risk Assessor Exclusive membership BRE Global Energy schemes. Note: We are currently in the process of expanding the entry requirements to become a BREEAM In-Use auditor. Entry requirements will include facility management experience and building knowledge/experience.

How to become a BREEAM In-Use Auditor Check the BREEAM In-Use requirements via the Scheme Document SD096, which is downloaded online Attend a 1 day training course and pass a multiple choice examination. Accept BRE Global’s terms and conditions Apply for a Auditor Licence –For the latest available courses please visit

Protecting People, Property and the Planet Future of BREEAM In-Use

BREEAM In-Use international –Currently international users can gain an baseline score and report. –There are 20 questions in the BREEAM In-Use question set that are specific to England, Wales and Northern Ireland. –Currently engaging with international partners to develop a international core question set which will allow: o Comparability o Energy modulator

National Scheme Operators and Scheme Agents –National scheme operators (NSOs) –Countries licensed to administrate BREEAM In-Use in their country and local language inc additional questions to reflect local conditions and regulations –BREEAM NL –Scheme agents –licensed organisations working in the same way as the current NSOs. Scheme remains the full property of BRE Global but with no additional questions to the question set.

BREEAM In-Use registered organisations

BREEAM In-Use certified assets

Where is BREEAM In-Use today? Over a 1000 assets registered Almost half of the registered assets have been certificated. 85% of existing clients are renewing their BREEAM In- Use certificates and making significant asset improvements. 143 licensed auditors New National Scheme Operators (NSOs)

Useful documents –SD096 – BREEAM In-Use Scheme Document –BES BREEAM In-Use Standard –FS021 - BREEAM In-Use Fee Sheet –Frequently Asked Questions BREEAM In-Use All documents are available at This presentation will be available at

Contact –General enquires –T: +44 (0) –

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