DGNB certification for sustainable real estate assets aligned with ESG criteria
We accompany developers, owners, funds and technical teams in the integration of DGNB certification as a tool to order, justify and communicate the sustainable performance of buildings and real estate assets. Our approach combines Technical strategy, document control, energy efficiency, life cycle analysis and economic vision, with the aim of making sustainability a measurable advantage for the project.
DGNB as a value tool for owners, investors and operators
The DGNB certification allows for a holistic approach to building sustainability, aligning design, construction, and operational decisions with environmental, economic, and social objectives. For B2B profiles, its value lies in transforming complex technical criteria into a clear roadmap: impact reduction, consumption control, comfort improvement, documentary traceability and asset preparation for ESG requirements increasingly relevant.
At Evalore, we approach DGNB from a practical perspective: we analyse which strategies provide real value, which decisions can be optimised from early stages, and how to integrate sustainability requirements without generating unnecessary additional costs. Our work is based on a proven technical methodology, aimed at selecting viable, documentable solutions that are consistent with the asset's objectives.
What does a DGNB certification allow you to work on?
The DGNB certification can be used as a framework for structuring building sustainability from a broad lifecycle perspective. In Evalore, these kinds of processes are connected to key areas such as energy efficiency, The life cycle assessment, the reduction of environmental impacts, the Indoor space quality, the Efficient resource management and alignment with European criteria such as Levels and the European Taxonomy.
For a company, fund, or owner, DGNB can function as a tool to demonstrate that the asset incorporates environmental and performance criteria from a technical and verifiable logic. This facilitates decision-making in investment, design, financing, marketing, and operation of the building.
Benefits for the asset, property and users
A DGNB methodology geared towards reducing operational load
Certification can become a complex process if incorporated late or without a clear strategy. At Evalore, we structure the work from the outset to reduce uncertainty, coordinate responsibilities, and maintain control over deadlines, documentation, evidence, and technical decisions.
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Pre-assessment or feasibility study
We analyse the starting point of the project or building, the client's objectives, and the level of certification achievable. During this phase, the most suitable requirements, credits, or strategies are identified, along with their technical, economic, and documentary implications.
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Design support
We accompany the project team to integrate certification requirements into the technical documentation. This phase allows for the coordination of disciplines, anticipation of key decisions, and avoidance of subsequent corrections that could lead to cost overruns or delays.
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On-site support or implementation
During the construction, renovation, or implementation of measures phase, we provide support in reviewing evidence, monitoring requirements, coordinating with stakeholders, and document control.
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Certification
We gather, review, and submit the final documentation to the relevant certifying body. We also accompany the client throughout the review process, responding to comments and closing out until the certificate is obtained.
Why Evalore?
- We are a Specialist sustainability consulting applied to real estate.
- We have worked on offices, housing, hotels, educational centres, retail premises and industrial assets.
- We manage LEED, BREEAM, WELL, SITES and Passivhaus certifications with a technical, economic, and commercial focus.
- Our methodology has helped to achieve over €500,000 saved on investment costs in a large-scale BREEAM project.
- We increase the value of your assets through sustainability.
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Success stories
We support national and international clients on projects where sustainability is a key consideration real value for the asset, users and investment.
Frequently asked questions about DGNB Certification
What is DGNB certification?
This information is not found in the Evalore sources or the attached documents with sufficient specific development to technically describe DGNB. At the service page level, it can be presented as an environmental certification within the portfolio of certifications considered by Evalore, always avoiding detailing categories, levels, or requirements that do not appear in the available sources.
When does it make sense to certify a building with DGNB?
It makes sense to value DGNB when the project's objective is to structure the sustainability of the asset from early stages, improve its ESG readiness, standardise environmental indicators, and reinforce the traceability of design, construction, or operation decisions. Viability must be studied on a case-by-case basis, considering the project phase, owner objectives, cost, documentation complexity, and value for the asset.
3. Does DGNB significantly increase the project's cost?
It depends on the stage at which you join and the scope defined. Evalore's experience in certifications shows that integrating sustainability from the outset allows for the prioritisation of viable strategies, the avoidance of unnecessary measures, and the reduction of additional costs through good technical and documentary coordination.
4. What does DGNB offer compared to other certifications?
This information is not found in the Evalore sources or the attached documents with sufficient comparative, specific detail on DGNB. For a commercial page, it is recommended to treat DGNB as an option within an environmental certification strategy and define its suitability through a prior feasibility study.
What role does energy simulation play in DGNB certification?
Energy simulation allows comprehension of a building's performance in terms of comfort, demand, and consumption, and can assist in making informed decisions regarding the envelope, glazing, solar protections, orientation, installations, and operating costs. At Evalore, it is used not only as a justification tool but as an instrument to optimise investment, operation, and emissions.
6. Can DGNB be combined with other sustainability frameworks?
Yes, from Evalore's methodological approach, certifications can be coordinated with other sustainability tools, provided that duplicities are avoided and synergies are leveraged between energy, materials, water, indoor environmental quality, life cycle analysis, and ESG criteria.
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Define the ESG roadmap for your asset or portfolio
Tell us where your project or asset stands, and we will help you identify the most suitable certification, priority actions and technical strategy with a better balance between environmental impact, cost, feasibility and property value.