BREEAM RSC 03 Extended resource catalog
By creating an extended resource catalog, the BREEAM inventory certification, 2.1 % more BREEAM points can be achieved. The extended resource catalog is therefore very helpful for a high award such as BREEAM “Excellent” (≥ 70 %) or “Outstanding” (≥ 85 %).
The requirements of the EU taxonomy were integrated into the requirements for the criterion RSC 03 Extended resource catalog.
The RSC 03 criterion belongs to the materials assessment category. The materials category promotes the responsible use and reuse of resources in order to increase sustainability throughout the entire building cycle and increase added value.
RSC 03 Resource catalog – BREEAM Question: Has a resource catalog been created in the last five years?
| Points | Answer | Answer option | Classification |
| 0 | A | Question not answered | |
| 0 | B | No | |
| 2 | C | Yes, a simple resource catalog | |
| 4 | D | Yes, an extended resource catalog | The resource catalog meets all the requirements of an extended resource catalog |
The resource catalog must be drawn up by a competent person who
a) fulfills the requirements for competent persons specified in RSC 01 “Inventory”,
b) has sufficient knowledge of circular economy principles in relation to the conservation and use of the value of resources.
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We support you in creating a simple or extended resource catalog:
RSC03 Resource catalog (simple resource catalog) (2 points)
a) functional classification (e.g. carpet, windows) according to the nationally recognized classification system (e.g. UNICLASS in the UK)
b) Components (e.g. structural steel, mineral wool) according to the nationally recognized classification system (e.g. UNICLASS in the UK)
c) Location in the building
d) estimated quantity in the building (in a suitable unit, e.g. m3, kg, number of pieces)
RSC03 Extended resource catalog(EU taxonomy criterion) (4 points)
In addition to the items listed above for a simple resource catalog, an extended resource catalog contains the following information for each relevant resource of the building:
e) Advice on the current financial value
f) Guideline for preserving the value of planned maintenance, repair, replacement (of components) and refurbishment work
g) Guideline to preserve value during dismantling and deconstruction works carried out during or at the end of the building life cycle (depending on the estimated remaining useful life of the resource and the building)
h) Guideline for generating the maximum financial gain or avoiding costs by taking advantage of reuse or recycling opportunities following dismantling and decommissioning work, including guidance on how these can be further developed in the future.
To create the simple or extended resource catalog, we use our own life cycle assessment tool LCA Onlineour building product tool Building Material Scoutor Madaster. Export as an Excel file is possible in all systems.
Points a) to e) are summarized in the overview of the resource catalog, points f) to h) are explained individually for each resource recorded.
BREEAM rewards responsible use of resources
BREEAM DE/AT/CH Existing Buildings is a performance-based assessment procedure for the certification of existing commercial buildings. The primary aim of this BREEAM system is to reduce the environmental impact of existing buildings on the environment. Further information can also be found here: BREEAM website
The BREEAM DE/AT/CH portfolio assessment process is divided into two parts, which can be certified separately:
- Quality of the building: Assessment measure of a building’s performance that can be used to highlight both best practice and potential improvements.
- Quality of building operation: Assessment standard for the management processes used in a building, which can be used to identify both best practices and potential for optimizing building operation.
A building as a materials warehouse supports the circular economy
One criterion of BREEAM certification for the building quality of existing properties is the creation of a resource catalog. Resources in the building include construction products, equipment or furniture. Small fixings (brackets, nails, screws, etc.), adhesives and seals can be excluded. The purpose of the resource catalog is to enable building owners to recognize, maintain and use the value of resources. This increases the recycling rate of resources, extends the service life of materials and products and reduces the consumption of new materials. Understanding the building as a “material store” enables the implementation of circular economy principles. This reduces waste and costs during future renovation or extension work and also during demolition.
Thanks to our many years of experience in the areas of life cycle assessment, building ecology consulting, consulting on the optimization of building construction with regard to the use of resources and Cradle to Cradle principles and waste management in construction processes, we can provide you with optimal support for BREEAM certification for your project.
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