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The construction industry has a significant impact on the environment, from the depletion of natural resources to the release of greenhouse gases. To mitigate this impact, the Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method (BREEAM) was developed to help measure the sustainability performance of buildings. In this blog post, we will explore how BREEAM can help manage the environmental impact of construction.

BREEAM is a third-party certification that assesses the sustainability performance of buildings, taking into account a range of environmental and social factors. The assessment covers nine categories, including energy, water, materials, waste, pollution, health and wellbeing, transport, land use, and ecology. BREEAM assesses the environmental impact of a building throughout its lifecycle, from design and construction to operation and maintenance.

One way BREEAM can help manage the environmental impact of construction is by promoting the use of sustainable building materials. BREEAM encourages the use of materials with low environmental impact, such as recycled steel, bamboo, and straw bales. Additionally, BREEAM assesses the environmental impact of materials throughout their lifecycle, from extraction to disposal, encouraging the use of materials with a low carbon footprint.

Another way BREEAM can help manage the environmental impact of construction is by promoting sustainable waste management practices. BREEAM encourages the reduction of waste at the source, as well as the recycling and reuse of materials. By reducing waste, reusing and recycling materials, and promoting sustainable waste management practices, BREEAM can help mitigate the environmental impact of construction.

Conclusion

The construction industry has a significant impact on the environment, but BREEAM can help mitigate this impact by promoting sustainable building practices and waste management. By using sustainable building materials, reducing waste, and promoting sustainable waste management practices, BREEAM can help create a more sustainable construction industry that is better for the environment and future generations.

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