{"id":36015,"date":"2026-02-03T15:32:45","date_gmt":"2026-02-03T14:32:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/evalore.es\/wp\/?p=36015"},"modified":"2026-02-04T13:51:10","modified_gmt":"2026-02-04T12:51:10","slug":"breeam-international-new-construction-guide-for-certifying-a-project-outside-spain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/evalore.es\/en\/breeam-international-new-construction-guia-para-certificar-un-proyecto-fuera-de-espana\/","title":{"rendered":"BREEAM International New Construction: Do you want to certify a project outside of Spain?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n\n

Introduction<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you are going to develop or certify a project outside of Spain, BREEAM International New Construction is one of the most widely used and prestigious standards. In this article, we will look at this assessment and certification framework with a practical approach: how to choose the correct scheme, how the rating is calculated, what changes compared to V6, and how to manage the evidence to reach the end of construction without problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. What is BREEAM International New Construction and when does it apply<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

BREEAM New Construction <\/strong>is an evaluation framework and sustainability certification<\/strong><\/a> for projects and buildings that reviews design, construction, intended use and adaptability, with a holistic approach based on actual scientific measurements and data. Generally speaking, it is similar to BREAAM ES<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BREEAM International can apply to all countries. If the country has a local scheme, it is usually appropriate to apply that national scheme instead of the international one, as is the case with Spain<\/strong><\/a>, UK and Germany.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The country in which the project is being carried out determines the evaluation tool, the weightings, the approved national standards, and the required evidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. How is the rating calculated in BREEAM International<\/strong> Nyopf\u00f8relse<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

BREEAM International New Construction is organised into 10 sections that award credits within classic environmental categories such as management, health and well-being, energy, transport, water, materials, waste, ecology, pollution, and innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Countries with local BREEAM certification schemes<\/em>. Source: Evaluate (own analysis)<\/em>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The final score is calculated according to the credits obtained and the percentages of each category, applying weights and summing. According to the level that is sought to be achieved (PASS\/GOOD\/VERY GOOD\/EXCELLENT\/OUTSTANDING<\/em>, there are minimum mandatory credits that must be met.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In BREEAM<\/strong><\/a> Internationally, the weightings, i.e. the percentages that each category represents within the overall framework, can vary by country or region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Step-by-step certification process<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

BREEAM requires parallel management alongside the project, involving responsible parties, evidence, milestones, and change control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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BREEAM certification process. Source: Evaluate (own analysis)<\/em>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The work process to achieve certification consists of the following six steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1 \u2014 Registration and scope <\/strong>Define the project type, scope (shell-only \/ shell & core \/ fully fitted), country, and timeline. A well-planned record avoids redoing the structure of evidence and responsibilities mid-way, which means delays in the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2 \u2014 Credit strategy: <\/strong>Select credits by impact\/effort and decide on the minimum requirements for the target level (PASS\/GOOD\/VERY GOOD\/EXCELLENT\/OUTSTANDING) soon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3 \u2014 Evidence Matrix: <\/strong>To define the responsible parties for each section, the deliverables, dates, and reviews by Evalore must be established.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4 \u2014 Design Stage (optional and recommended): <\/strong>Ensure the commitment of all involved parties in the early stages to align objectives, tenders, procurement, and contracts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5 \u2014 Post-Construction (mandatory) <\/strong>Provide evidence of execution and verification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6 \u2014 QA and broadcast: <\/strong>Review and issuance of the certificate following quality control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4. What changes in version V7<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The V7<\/a> it aligns much more closely with the EU Taxonomy as it reinforces the direction towards decarbonisation, focusing on consistency in monitoring and verification through reporting. In practice, BREEAM International demands more robust early decisions and documentary discipline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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5. Common mistakes and how to avoid them<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n