EU Taxonomy
The EU Taxonomy establishes a uniform framework for determining what constitutes a truly “sustainable” economic activity. For investors, banks and large tenants, it is increasingly important to be able to demonstrate that a building meets the requirements of this regulation.
At SALVIS, we help clients do just that — we translate complex technical requirements into concrete steps and prepare complete documentation that you can use when communicating with banks, investors or during due diligence. Without this documentation, it may soon be difficult to finance a project at all.
We provide EU taxonomy services as a separate service or as a supplement to BREEAM or LEED certifications.
Self-proclaimed sustainability claims are not enough. Prove it — and gain the trust of banks, investors and tenants.
Benefits
We will help you meet the requirements of the EU taxonomy and gain an advantage in financing or selling your building.
Increased attractiveness of the property for investors and tenants
Access to cheaper financing (interest rates up to 0.5% lower)
Avoiding the risk that the project will not be financeable from 2026 onwards
Full control over documentation — auditable output report
Services
We prepare the EU Taxonomy service as a separate output or in combination with certification (BREEAM/LEED). The complete documentation covers all 6 environmental objectives.
- Acquisition and ownership of buildings (Activity 7.7)
- Construction of new buildings (Activity 7.1)
- Renovation of existing buildings (Activity 7.2)
- Advantageous for the gradual release of funds.
- Contains all chapters according to the EU Taxonomy structure, suitable for third-party audit.
- Demonstrates compliance with EU Taxonomy requirements.
- We take into account practical requirements from real cases in Slovakia, but also in the Czechia, Poland, Germany, and Croatia
- Indicative EHB calculations and confirmation of compliance with energy class A0 with an additional 10% improvement in primary energy demand, preparation of a project energy assessment, preparation of a building energy certificate.
- Thermal imaging, BDT (Blower Door Test), airtightness and insulation continuity checks.
- Building life cycle analysis — LCA (life cycle analysis), calculation and optimisation of the built-in carbon footprint of buildings.
- Assessment of climate risk and vulnerability to climate change, preparation of a climate risk resilience strategy using RCP 8.5 and RCP 4.5 scenarios and a 50-year time horizon.
- Consulting in the area of reducing drinking water consumption within the scope of the EU Taxonomy.
- Preparation of a report on the status of water bodies and their protection, supervision of the implementation of protective measures, documentation of compliance with measures.
- Preparation of a waste management plan during construction + ongoing monitoring of compliance.
- Preparation of a strategy for the adaptability of the building to other uses, circularity, material efficiency, adaptability, flexibility, recyclability and degradability / Instructions for dismantling and adaptation will be prepared by the general designer with our support.
- Preparation of a manual for sustainable procurement of building materials + ongoing monitoring of implementation and compliance.
- Preparation of an indoor air quality protection plan + monitoring of compliance on site + Provision of a catalogue of low-VOC materials + support and monitoring in the selection and application of products.
- Establishment and supervision of a sustainable construction site.
- Services of a suitably qualified ecologist.
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.
Mirosław Gromek
Senior ESG Manager, Accolade(opens in new tab)
“SALVIS met our strict requirements and seamlessly harmonised 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.”
Ondřej Doupal
Sustainability Manager — Eastern Europe, VGP(opens in new tab)
“We chose SALVIS as our BREEAM assessor based on our previous brief and positive experience for many of our upcoming projects. Originally the supplier of certification for a small construction project in Slovakia, they have now become our main partner for BREEAM and EU Taxonomy not only in Slovakia but also in the Czechia.”
FAQ
An overview of answers to frequently asked questions about our company and the services we offer.
No, it is not. Large companies must indicate whether they carry out activities that are part of the EU taxonomy. However, they do not have to comply with the requirements. But compliance with the EU taxonomy is increasingly required for financing or leasing to large corporate tenants.
Yes. EU Taxonomy is a separate regulation and can be covered by a separate output, auditable by an independent party.
Yes, our outputs have been accepted by several banks and investors in Slovakia, the Czechia, Poland and Croatia.
The current wording of the requirements can always be found in the so-called EU Taxonomy Compass — https://ec.europa.eu/sustainable-finance-taxonomy/taxonomy-compass/the-compass
Some projects require an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) or a contamination survey and decontamination project. In such cases, these services must be ordered from specialised third parties.
Yes. We will provide all the services requested in the questionnaire and complete the questionnaire to the bank’s satisfaction. Upon request, we will also provide the bank with all studies and calculations confirming compliance with the requirements.
Contact
Samuel Sůra
+421 911 969 333
sura@salvis.sk
Samuel is the founder and CEO of SALVIS
