BREEAM for logistics warehouses
SALVIS specialises in BREEAM certification for logistics and industrial developments, with extensive experience from projects with clients such as VGP, Panattoni and Contera.
We have delivered certifications for warehouse portfolios, logistics parks and industrial facilities, helping clients achieve BREEAM Excellent and Outstanding ratings efficiently and cost-effectively.
Our cooperation with VGP demonstrates this approach in practice. SALVIS was initially appointed to two projects in Slovakia in September 2022. Following the successful delivery of these projects and a high level of client satisfaction, our cooperation expanded to 17 additional projects across Slovakia and Czechia — bringing the collaboration to a total of 19 projects.
Our approach goes beyond certification. We support projects from early design through construction and final assessment, ensuring that sustainability requirements are implemented correctly at every stage. Through advanced energy modelling, embodied carbon assessments and structured project management, we help clients maximise BREEAM performance while keeping additional costs under control.
We provide regular progress reporting, direct coordination with project teams, on-site support during construction and full access to certification documentation. Where required, we also integrate EU Taxonomy requirements into the certification process, reducing duplication and simplifying ESG compliance.
BREEAM certification helps logistics assets improve operational performance, reduce environmental impact, attract tenants and investors, and meet increasingly demanding sustainability requirements.
Benefits
Our approach to BREEAM focuses on delivering measurable value for logistics and industrial projects. We combine active project management, technical expertise and cost-effective certification strategies to help clients achieve their target rating, improve building performance and support ESG and EU Taxonomy objectives.
We check design documentation at every stage and make sure BREEAM requirements are correctly implemented. We engage directly with designers, provide clear feedback and hold regular BREEAM meetings to report on the score, progress and outstanding issues. A clear certification roadmap helps guide the project towards the target rating and minimise surprises during assessment.
We focus on BREEAM topics that bring measurable value to industrial projects, including energy efficiency and lower operating costs, embodied carbon, rainwater management, resilience to extreme weather and ecology. We identify the most cost-effective credits and use expert services and simulations to help achieve the highest practical rating without unnecessary spending. A strong BREEAM rating also supports asset value and helps increase attractiveness to tenants, investors and financial institutions.
Where project conditions allow, we group multiple construction phases or buildings into a single registration and assessment. This can deliver significant savings on certification costs and BRE fees while maintaining the required certification quality.
We use the same energy modelling methodology across countries rather than relying on local energy certificates. This supports Ene 01 performance and enables buildings within international portfolios to be assessed and compared on a consistent basis.
We are physically present during construction to support contractors in meeting BREEAM requirements and collecting the necessary evidence. Clients also receive access to complete BREEAM documentation throughout the process, providing a transparent and auditable record of the certification.
We calculate embodied carbon for A1-A5 modules at three stages of the project, benchmark the results against the UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard and report progress throughout the project. This allows embodied carbon performance to be monitored and considered as the design develops.
In the majority of cases, the final certificate can be issued within approximately 70 days of BRE’s written confirmation of project acceptance, provided all required documentation is available.
Services
We provide comprehensive BREEAM consulting and certification services for logistics and industrial projects, supporting the entire process from early design through construction to final certification.
We establish the BREEAM strategy from the beginning of the project, including project registration, preliminary credit studies and sustainability roadmap development. Throughout the design process, we continuously review project documentation, check compliance with BREEAM requirements and coordinate directly with architects and engineers to ensure requirements are correctly implemented.
We provide energy simulations using a consistent methodology across countries, allowing energy performance to be assessed consistently across international portfolios without relying on local energy certificates. Our work includes Ene 01 optimisation, building performance analysis and studies focused on reducing energy demand and long-term operating costs.
We assess embodied carbon across A1-A5 modules, benchmark results against recognised standards and support design optimisation throughout the project. We also assist with sustainable procurement, review supplier specifications and verify material compliance with BREEAM requirements.
Our support continues on site throughout construction. We carry out regular site visits, work directly with contractors, collect the required evidence and monitor compliance with BREEAM requirements, including waste management and sustainable construction practices. This helps identify and resolve issues before they become certification risks.
We manage the certification process through regular progress reporting, client workshops and BREEAM meetings, complete documentation management and submission to BRE through to final certification. Clients have access to the certification documentation throughout the process. Where required, we also integrate EU Taxonomy requirements directly into our work, reducing duplication and simplifying ESG compliance.
Testimonials
We place great importance on our relationships with our clients. For us, every project is a partnership built on trust, cooperation and a shared vision.
Ondřej Doupal
Sustainability Manager — Eastern Europe, VGP(opens in new tab)
“We chose SALVIS as our BREEAM assessor based on our previous short but positive experience for many of our upcoming projects. Originally the supplier of certification for a small construction project in Slovakia, they have become our main partner for BREEAM not only in Slovakia but also in the Czechia.
SALVIS takes a client-focused approach very seriously and is flexible to client needs. This allows us to update certification procedures based on the needs of previous experiences and reflect them back into construction standards.
Based on my experience from thirteen certified projects, I can only recommend SALVIS.”
Mirosław Gromek
Transformation & innovation manager, Accolade(opens in new tab)
„SALVIS met our strict requirements and seamlessly harmonized the EU Taxonomy with BREEAM, avoiding unnecessary duplication. Communication was flawless, and the final documentation required no adjustments.
I was delighted to be able to work with one of the best companies in the Central and Eastern European region.“
Tomáš Gürtler
Project manager, Contera(opens in new tab)
“SALVIS provides us with BREEAM services in the way we want. They respond quickly, communicate with the design team, and visit the construction site. They know how to achieve a Very Good rating smoothly and at low cost. We are 100% satisfied with SALVIS.”
FAQ
An overview of answers to frequently asked questions about our company and the services we offer.
A certification system focused on the sustainability of logistics warehouses, with high ratings such as Excellent.
We minimise costs to 0–1% of construction expenses through simulations — contact us for a quote.
It depends on the project, but with regular reports and visits, the process is efficient.
We achieve it at no additional cost, which complies with the EU Taxonomy and increases value.
Clients have access to all documents and materials submitted to BRE.
Yes, we work with them on the management of the site to meet the certification criteria.
In most cases, the final certificate can be issued within approximately 70 days of project acceptance by BRE, provided all required documentation is available.
Yes. Under certain conditions, multiple phases can be grouped into a single BREEAM assessment, reducing certification costs and BRE fees.
Yes. We regularly visit construction sites, support contractors, collect evidence and help resolve compliance issues before they become certification risks.
Yes. We provide energy modelling and thermodynamic simulations that support Ene 01 credits, improve energy performance and help reduce energy demand and operating costs.
Contact
Samuel Sůra
+421 911 969 333
sura@salvis.sk
Samuel is the founder and CEO of SALVIS