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Breathing new life into existing assets with BREEAM In-Use

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Why choose us?

If you’re seeking to reduce your existing building’s running costs and improve its environmental performance, you may consider being assessed under BREEAM In-Use.

Encon Associates are experts in conducting BREEAM In-Use assessments that drive sustainable improvements for your building project.
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BREEAM In-Use

A deep dive into BREEAM In-Use

BREEAM In-Use is an industry-leading method for assessing the sustainability of existing residential and commercial buildings, including offices, schools, healthcare buildings, industrial units, and more.

It provides a set benchmark to measure the environmental value of your building, and identifies areas for improvement against two key categories: asset performance and management performance.

Our team of BREEAM Assessors is deeply familiar with the requirements for BREEAM In-Use compliance. We offer strategic advice from the initial planning phases, helping you make informed decisions that will significantly improve your existing build’s sustainability rating. By getting involved early, we ensure that your project is well-positioned to secure those all-important BREEAM credits.

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IES TaP for BREEAM

Uncover the award-winning IES TaP for BREEAM

Efficient project management is key to achieving your BREEAM goals on time and within budget.

That’s why we use IES TaP Green Building Rating Tool, an advanced project management tool that is specifically designed for BREEAM sustainability assessments. Our experienced BREEAM consultants work closely with your design and construction teams to ensure that every aspect of your project meets the criteria for BREEAM certification.

Discover more about how IES TaP can streamline your path to BREEAM certification.

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We partner with organisations like yours

Aldi
Asda
Bowmer Kirkland
Whicks
Vauxhall
Travis Perkins
Sheffield city council
Sewell
Nottingham city council
Moor Market
JMF Architects
Home Bargins
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m&S porperty team
mcdonalds
Aldi
Asda
Bowmer Kirkland
Whicks
Vauxhall
Travis Perkins
Sheffield city council
Sewell
Nottingham city council
Moor Market
JMF Architects
Home Bargins
Glegg
m&S porperty team
mcdonalds
Aldi
Asda
Bowmer Kirkland
Whicks
Vauxhall
Travis Perkins
Sheffield city council
Sewell
Nottingham city council
Moor Market
JMF Architects
Home Bargins
Glegg
m&S porperty team
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  • We have employed Encon for several years on our projects as they offer a wide range of services including SAP, SBEM, Energy Statements, COFSH, BREEAM assessment to name a few. We have continued to employ them due to their commitment and quality of service to finding the best solution for each of our projects.

    They offer a professional, friendly and quick turnaround service within tight deadlines with a common sense approach. We would highly recommend their services.

    McCarthy and Stone, McCarthy and Stone

  • I had the pleasure of working with Encon on a strategically important education use project. The team demonstrated a deep understanding of ecology and provided insightful, data-driven recommendations. Whilst also assisting through a tricky planning process!

    I highly recommend Encon to anyone seeking ecological expertise or guidance on environmental conservation.

    George Skinner

  • My experience with Encon Associates has been very positive, they were responsive with regards to our special requests and I would not hesitate to purchase their services again and would recommend them to our partners and clients.

    Ksenia Agapova, JLL Real Estate

Other services

Additional BREEAM credit services

We offer a wide array of specialist services that complement our core BREEAM assessments and are designed to boost your project’s overall sustainability rating.

From Daylight Calculations and Thermal Modelling to Traffic Assessments and Acoustic Reports, our team provides the technical expertise you need to achieve the highest level of BREEAM certification.

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Sustainability Assessments
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Acoustic Assessments
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Air Quality Assessments
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Security Needs Assessments
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Energy Assessments & Building Physics

Want to gain environmental credits or need planning advice for your next project?

Frequently asked questions about BREEAM

Want to know more about the benefits of BREEAM certification?

Call: 01159 875 599 or email:

enquiries@enconassociates.com

BREEAM stands for Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method. Founded by the Building Research Establishment (BRE) in 1990, it has grown into a globally recognised standard and is now used in over 70 countries to assess the sustainability of buildings and infrastructure.
A BREEAM Pre-Assessment is an initial evaluation conducted early in the project planning phase. It helps identify potential sustainability credits and opportunities for improvement, ensuring your project is well-positioned to achieve the best possible BREEAM rating.
Achieving high ratings like ‘Excellent’ or ‘Outstanding’ requires careful planning and early integration of sustainability measures across all nine BREEAM categories. Engaging with a BREEAM Assessor early on in the process and conducting BREEAM pre-assessments will help you achieve your desired rating.
BREEAM certification is not mandatory for all developments. However, many local planning authorities, stakeholders, and clients may require BREEAM certification to demonstrate a building’s commitment to sustainability – particularly for larger commercial and public sector projects.
No, BREEAM is not limited to the UK. While it was originally developed in the UK, BREEAM is now an internationally recognised standard used in over 70 countries worldwide to assess the sustainability of buildings and infrastructure.