{"id":6076,"date":"2023-03-29T17:32:13","date_gmt":"2023-03-29T17:32:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wisebuilding.pt\/breeam-leed-and-well-what-are-they-and-what-is-their-importance\/"},"modified":"2023-03-29T17:36:27","modified_gmt":"2023-03-29T17:36:27","slug":"breeam-leed-and-well-what-are-they-and-what-is-their-importance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wisebuilding.pt\/en\/breeam-leed-and-well-what-are-they-and-what-is-their-importance\/","title":{"rendered":"BREEAM, LEED and WELL – What are they and what is their importance?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Today we are going to talk about three certifications that are references in sustainability and well-being for buildings: BREEAM, LEED and WELL. Do you know what they mean and what their advantages are? <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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If you’re interested in building or renovating a building in a sustainable way, you’ve probably heard of certifications like BREEAM, LEED and WELL. But what do they mean and what are their differences and benefits? In this article, we’ll explain what these certifications are, how they work and how they can help you create a healthier, more efficient and responsible environment. <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/main>\r\n\t\t\t\t

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What are BREEAM, LEED and WELL?<\/div>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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BREEAM, LEED and WELL are sustainability assessment and certification systems for buildings, which measure their performance in different environmental, social and economic aspects. Each system has its own methodology, criteria and requirement levels, but they all share the goal of promoting sustainable construction and recognising good practices in the sector. <\/p>\n

BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method) is an environmental assessment method created in the UK in 1990, which measures the performance of buildings in several categories such as management, health, energy, water, materials, waste, transport, land use, ecology and pollution. The aim is to reduce the environmental impact of buildings and improve the quality of life of occupants. Buildings that meet the BREEAM criteria receive a rating ranging from Pass to Outstanding, according to the score obtained. <\/p>\n

LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is a certification system created in the United States in 1998, which recognises best practices in the design, construction and operation of sustainable buildings. LEED evaluates buildings in six categories: location and transportation, sustainable space, water efficiency, energy and atmosphere, materials and resources, and indoor environmental quality. In addition, there are credits for innovation and regional priority. Buildings that meet LEED requirements receive a rating ranging from Certified to Platinum, according to the score obtained. <\/p>\n

WELL (WELL Building Standard) is a certification system created in the United States in 2014, which focuses on the health and well-being of building occupants. WELL evaluates buildings on seven concepts: air, water, nutrition, light, exercise, comfort and mind. The aim is to create environments that promote quality of life, productivity and user happiness. Buildings that meet the WELL criteria receive a rating ranging from Silver to Platinum, according to the score obtained. <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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The three certifications have in common the fact that they are internationally recognised and contribute to sustainable development of buildings<\/a>. In addition, they bring benefits to building owners, investors, managers, designers and users, such as:<\/p>\n