BREEAM In-Use

BREEAM In-Use is a scheme to help building managers reduce the running costs and improve the environmental performance of existing buildings. It consists of a standard, easy-to-use assessment methodology and an independent certification process that provides a clear and credible route map to improving sustainability. Parts 1 and 2 of the BREEAM In-Use Certification Scheme are relevant to all non-domestic: commercial, industrial, retail and institutional buildings. Part 3 of the BREEAM In-Use certification scheme is currently restricted to offices.

The biggest opportunity to address the environmental impact lies in better management and improvement of the existing building stock. BREEAM In-Use has been developed to recognise and encourage better building management and targeted investment in existing building stock.

Please click here to view the BREEAM In-Use introductory video

Global uptake of BREEAM In-Use registered organisations

The environmental performance of an organisation's built assets is a key factor in its sustainability credentials and carbon footprint. Operating a building also represents a major cost - with soaring energy prices and an uncertain economic outlook, cutting energy, water, waste and other such costs can be a relatively easy way of improving profitability. BREEAM In-Use is designed to:

• Reduce operational costs,
• Enhance the value and marketability of property assets,
• Provide a transparent platform for landlords, owners and tenants to identify and negotiate building improvements,
• Provide a route to compliance with environmental legislation and standards, including energy labelling and ISO 14001,
• Facilitate engagement with staff in the identification of productivity improvements and sustainable business practices,
• Provide a vehicle to evaluate and improve Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR),
• Provide genuine evidence of sustainability and CSR.

Please see the PDF Downloads section to the right of this page to view further information including the BREEAM In-Use Scheme Document, Fee Sheet and Standard. For further information on the BREEAM In-Use Scheme, please use the links on the left hand side of the page.

You can go to the new BREEAM In-Use Online System by following the link to the right of this page.