BREEAM
Science & Engineering abbreviation · Environmental
| Stands for | Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method |
|---|---|
| Categories | Science & Engineering |
BREEAM stands for Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method, an environmental abbreviation.
Sustainability assessment and certification method for buildings, launched in the United Kingdom in 1990 by the Building Research Establishment. It rates energy, water, materials, health, ecology and management, with ratings from Pass to Outstanding.
Example: The office tower was certified BREEAM Excellent at the design stage.
Usage notes
BREEAM was the world's first major green building rating system and influenced LEED. It is most common in the UK and continental Europe. Pronounced "bree-am." Assessments are carried out by licensed assessors.
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