How BIM Contributes to Green Building Certification (LEED, BREEAM)
The growing demand for sustainable construction has made green building certifications like LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method) essential benchmarks across the globe. These systems evaluate sustainability based on energy efficiency, resource conservation, and long-term environmental impact. To meet these rigorous criteria, Building Information Modeling (BIM) —particularly 3D BIM modeling —has become an indispensable tool. Far beyond visualizing designs, 3D BIM services empower project teams to make data-driven, sustainable decisions at every project phase—from concept to operation. This article explores how 3D Building Information Modeling directly supports LEED and BREEAM certification efforts, setting a new standard for sustainable building practices. 1. Efficient Energy Modeling and Analysis Energy performance is central to both LEED and BREEAM certifications. Using BIM-integrated simu...
