Build Beyond Compliance with BREEAM UK New Construction V7.1

When: Wednesday 02 December, 11:00am GMT

The role of sustainability in commercial development is evolving. As market expectations change, investors, developers and contractors are increasingly looking beyond regulatory compliance to deliver buildings that create long-term value, meet occupier expectations and support environmental, social and governance (ESG) objectives. 

Join this webinar to discover how BREEAM UK New Construction V7.1 provides a science-based framework for delivering more sustainable, resilient and commercially attractive buildings. We’ll explore how BREEAM certification supports informed decision-making throughout the development process, helping project teams improve environmental performance while unlocking commercial value. The session will examine how BREEAM can support access to green finance, enhance asset attractiveness, strengthen resilience to future risks and provide independent verification of sustainability performance. 

Through expert insights and practical examples, attendees will gain a clearer understanding of how building beyond compliance can contribute to stronger investment outcomes and higher-performing commercial developments.

What you will learn:

• Delivering sustainable commercial developments: How BREEAM UK New Construction V7.1 provides a structured framework for improving sustainability performance throughout the development process.
• The commercial benefits of going beyond compliance: How sustainable buildings can strengthen investment appeal, respond to occupier demand and support long-term asset value.
• Supporting decarbonisation and ESG objectives: How BREEAM helps project teams address carbon emissions, improve environmental performance and align developments with organisational sustainability goals.
• Improving wellbeing and building resilience: How sustainability measures can enhance occupant wellbeing, support operational efficiency and create more resilient, higher-performing buildings.
• Building confidence through independent certification: How third-party verification provides credible assurance of sustainability performance for investors, occupiers and other stakeholders.

Who should attend?

This webinar is designed for investors, developers and contractors involved in the planning, design and delivery of commercial new-build developments. 

It will also be valuable for sustainability professionals, project managers and BREEAM assessors supporting commercial development projects who want to better understand the commercial and environmental benefits of building beyond compliance. 

Agenda 

1. Welcome and introduction 
2. Why building beyond compliance matters 
3. The commercial value of BREEAM UK New Construction V7.1
4. Supporting investment, resilience and long-term building performance 
5. Live discussion and Q&A with industry specialists 

Speaker:

• Dan Asquith, Business Development Team Leader at BRE
• Jonathan Walker, CFA – Principal, Sustainable Investing at BGO