BREEAM

abbr. Building Research Establishment (BRE) Environmental Assessment Method.

An assessment carried out to establish how environmentally friendly a building development is, based on a variety of aspects including water use, materials used, energy use, ecological impact and internal conditions for occupants. These assessments are applicable to offices, schools, industrial developments, retail and bespoke assessments are also available. This assessment scheme is run by the Building Research Establishment, BRE.