BNB – Assessment system for sustainable building

Assessment system for sustainable building (BNB) – a holistic approach to sustainability

The Assessment System for Sustainable Building (BNB) is a central tool for planning and assessing sustainable building projects in the public sector. It supplements the Sustainable Building Guidelines of the Federal Ministry of Housing, Urban Development and Building (BMWSB) and enables a comprehensive assessment of (federal) buildings and their surroundings. The system was developed in cooperation with the German Sustainable Building Council (DGNB) in order to evaluate and optimize sustainable construction projects according to uniform criteria. Advice on project planning and compilation of the documents required for the assessment is provided exclusively by trained BNB sustainability coordinators.

Holistic assessment for sustainable federal buildings

Sustainable construction in the public sector is particularly important because the state thus assumes a responsible, future-oriented role model for private construction projects. The Assessment System for Sustainable Building ensures that sustainable, economical and future-proof buildings are created in public construction. It ensures that taxpayers’ money is used efficiently by taking ecological, economic and social aspects into account. It also helps the state to achieve its climate protection and sustainability goals. As the entire life cycle is considered, costs are reduced and quality is increased in the long term.

HOINKA as your BNB sustainability coordinator:

• Advice on sustainable building planning in accordance with BNB standards
• Coordination and monitoring of the certification process by a BNB sustainability coordinator
• Support in defining targets and optimizing sustainability measures
• Compilation and review of the required verification documents
• Accompanying documentation during planning and construction
• Ensuring quality assurance for successful certification