BREEAM is one of the most well-known sustainability certification schemes and is mainly used to certify buildings. It can also be used for whole neighborhoods.
IKEA uses BREEAM as the method for environmental certification of its buildings. Ecogain has helped IKEA with the ecological elements of BREEAM certifications in several locations across the country.
Ecogain was commissioned to verify the ecological elements of BREEAM for IKEA's planning of new office buildings in Älmhult. The ecological elements are about land use and ecology. Developers who consider aspects of land use and ecology early in the planning process can, with small efforts, make a real difference to biodiversity and thus gain several green points in the certification.
For IKEA, the end result is a BREEAM rating. In addition, the certification demonstrates a sense of responsibility that the company can use to maintain and strengthen its green brand.
