Dimensions

Applications &
Applications
of BEM
PRESENTED TO:
Architect/ Mahmoud Faisal

PRESENTED BY:
-Donia Ashraf -Merna Moataz
-Donia Hatem -Salma Khaled
-Jana Ayman -Sama Mohamed
-Mariam Ahmed Elsayed -Sara Salah
-Mariam Ahmed Ezzat -Shahd Mostafa
Table of Contents

1 Softwares used in each BIM dimension

A. 3D
B. 4D
C. 5D
D. 6D
E. 7D

2 Integrating energy modeling in AIA stages

A. Concept design (feasibility Studies)
B. Schematic design
C. Design development
D. Construction documents
E. Bidding
F. Construction

3 Most Common Green Building Rating Systems

A Softwares used in 3D BIM dimension
3D is the dimension that has numerous applications in the architecture, engineering, and construction industry. It enables the creation
and management of digital representations of physical and functional characteristics of buildings and infrastructure. The software
landscape is constantly evolving, and new tools are being developed to enhance the BIM process.
Here are some common applications of 3D BIM and the softwares:

Application FEATURES AND SOFTWARES

Facilities: Creation of detailed 3D models, visualization of building designs, exploration of different design
Design and options, and generation of construction drawings.
Visualization
Softwares: Autodesk Revit, Graphisoft ArchiCAD, Bentley AECOsim Building Designer
Facilities: Structural analysis and design, simulation of structural behavior, and evaluation of structural
Construction Planning performance.
and Sequencing
Softwares: Synchro PRO, Trimble Vico Office, Bentley Synchro
Facilities: Structural analysis and design, simulation of structural behavior, and evaluation of structural
Structural Analysis performance.
and Simulation Softwares: Autodesk Robot Structural Analysis, Bentley STAAD.Pro, CSI ETABS
Facility: VR allows users to immerse themselves in a virtual environment and experience the building design
in a more interactive and immersive way, aiding in design validation, walkthroughs, and client presentations.
Virtual Reality (VR)
Softwares: Autodesk Revit (with VR capabilities), Unity, Unreal Engine, IrisVR Prospect, Enscape
Facility: AR overlays virtual elements onto the real-world environment, enabling users to visualize and interact
with virtual components in the context of the physical space. AR enhances on-site coordination, clash detection,
Augmented Reality (AR) and construction progress monitoring.
Softwares: Autodesk BIM 360, Trimble Connect, Unity Reflect, HoloBuilder, Augment
Facility: It is creating realistic visual representations of the building model, including materials, lighting, and
Rendering textures, to enhance the visual quality and aid in design visualization and communication.
Softwares: Autodesk 3ds Max, Lumion, Enscape, V-Ray, Twinmotion, Blender

MEP (Mechanical, Facilities: Integration of MEP systems into the 3D model, clash detection, coordination, and collaboration
Electrical, and Plumbing) among MEP designers and other disciplines.
Design and Coordination Softwares: Autodesk AutoCAD MEP, Trimble SysQue, MEPcontent for Revit
B Softwares used in 4D BIM dimension

4D BIM dimensions refer to the integration of time-related information into Building Information Modeling (BIM). This dimension
allows project stakeholders to visualize the construction sequence, schedule tasks, and simulate the construction process over
time.

Application FEATURES AND SOFTWARES

Construction One of the primary applications of 4D BIM is in construction planning and sequencing. By integrating the
construction schedule with the 3D model.
Planning and
Softwares that supports construction sequencing : Autodesk Navisworks, Synchro PRO,Bentley Systems
Sequencing
ProjectWise, Trimble Vico Office Suite, Graphisoft Archicad.
Another key application of 4D BIM is clash detection and risk mitigation. By simulating the construction
process in a virtual environment, potential clashes between different building elements or systems can
Clash Detection and be identified early on.
Risk Mitigation Softwares that supports Project phasing : Autodesk Navisworks, Solibri, Autodesk BIM 360, BIM Track,
Glodon BIMCloud
4D BIM can also be used for resource management on construction projects. By linking the 3D model with
Resource scheduling information, project managers can better plan and allocate resources such as materials,
Management equipment, and labor to ensure efficient project execution.
Softwares that supports construction sequencing : Navisworks Manage, Synchro PRO, Trimble Prolog

The visualization capabilities of 4D BIM make it an effective tool for communicating project plans and
Visualization and progress to various stakeholders. By presenting a visual timeline of the construction process, project teams
Communication can easily convey complex information in a more understandable format.
Softwares that supports construction sequencing : Autodesk Navisworks, Synchro PRO,Trimble Connect

Beyond the construction phase, 4D BIM models can be leveraged for facility management purposes. The
Facility time dimension in these models enables facility managers to visualize maintenance schedules, plan
Management renovations, and optimize building operations over its lifecycle.
Softwares that supports construction sequencing : Autodesk BIM 360, Bentley Systems MicroStation,
Nemetschek Graphisoft ArchiCAD, Trimble SketchUp
C Softwares used in 5D BIM dimension
5D BIM (Building Information Modeling) refers to the integration of cost-related information into the traditional 3D BIM model. It
adds the dimension of cost estimation and management, allowing project teams to visualize and analyze the cost aspects of a
construction project.

Application FEATURES AND SOFTWARES

allows project teams to assign costs to individual building components, assemblies, or activities, taking into account quantities,
Cost estimation unit costs, and other relevant parameters.
Softwares: Autodesk CostX, Trimble WinEst, RSMeans, On-Screen Takeoff, Sigma Estimates, PlanSwift, B2W Estimate, Candy

provides real-time information on project expenditures, cost variations, and potential cost overruns. This helps in making
Cost tracking and informed decisions and taking corrective actions to manage costs effectively.
analysis
Softwares: Procore, Oracle Primavera P6, Trimble Prolog, Deltek Costpoint, Viewpoint Spectrum, CMiC, e-Builder, Aconex

allows project teams to explore alternative design options, materials, or construction methods to optimize project costs while
Value engineering maintaining desired performance and quality.
Softwares : Autodesk Revit, Tekla Structures, Graphisoft Archicad, Bentley AECOsim, Vectorworks Architect, Rhino/Grasshopper,
Allplan Engineering, Solibri Model Checker

generates cost dashboards, charts, and reports that help stakeholders understand and communicate cost-related
Cost visualization information effectively.
Softwares: Autodesk BIM 360, Bluebeam Revu, Synchro PRO, Solibri Model Viewer, Revizto, Navisworks, Unity Reflect,
Tekla BIMsight

streamlines the process of estimating quantities and reduces manual errors.

Quantity takeoff Softwares : :Autodesk Navisworks, Trimble Accubid, Revu by Bluebeam, On-Screen Takeoff, Innovaya, PlanSwift, CostX,
Sigma Estimates

allows project teams to identify cost-intensive activities, monitor cash flow, and optimize resource allocation.
Cost integration with
scheduling Softwares : Synchro PRO, Trimble Prolog, Oracle Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Asta Powerproject, PlanGrid, Trimble Connect,
Vico Office Suite

allows project teams to compare costs against similar projects, identify cost-saving opportunities, and improve cost
forecasting accuracy.
Cost benchmarking
Softwares : RSMeans, BIM 360 Cost Management, eTakeoff, CostOS, Cleopatra Enterprise, Benchmark Estimating Software,
Causeway Estimating, CostX
D Softwares used in 6D BIM dimension

6D is the dimension that helps analyse the energy consumption of elements in the model. This allows for seriously informed
decision-making for sustainability , it also provides information to support building maintainence once it is in use

Application software

Energy Analysis BIM supports various types of analysis as energy analysis ,lighting simulations , carpon
and simulation calculating which helps optimizing building preformence and sustainability
Softwares: Autodesk revit(for energy analysis),Autodesk insight,Energy plus
,Tekla,GRAPHISOFT Archicad,Design builder ,DIALUX (for lighting simulation)

sustainability using BIM to support sustainable design and construction practice by analyzing energy
efficincy ,water usage and material selection
Softwares: Autodesk green building studio,IES VE ,energy plus

Assest BIM can be integrated with assest management systems to monitor and maintain
building systems and components over time
Management
Softwares: ARCHIBUS ,IBM maximo

After construction BIM models serve as a valuable resource for facility management as
Facility they contain information about the building components making it easier to maintain
Management and operate the structure
Softwares: Autodesk BIM 360 ops ,ARCHIBUS,IBM maximo ,FAMIS 360
E Softwares used in 7D BIM dimension
7D BIM (Building Information Modeling) refers to the integration of time-related information into the traditional 3D BIM model. It
adds the dimension of scheduling and sequencing, allowing project teams to visualize and manage the entire lifecycle of a
construction project, from design to operation

Application FEATURES AND SOFTWARES

It helps identify potential clashes, bottlenecks, and conflicts in the construction sequence. This enables project teams to optimize
construction schedules, allocate resources efficiently, and minimize delays.
Construction sequencing
Softwares: Autodesk Navisworks, Trimble Prolog, Synchro PRO, Oracle Primavera P6, PlanGrid, Microsoft Project, Asta
Powerproject, Graphisoft BIMx

It helps in visualizing the dependencies between different phases, identifying critical paths, and optimizing the overall
project timeline.
Project phasing
Softwares: Bentley AECOsim, Synchro PRO, Autodesk Revit, Tekla Structures, Vectorworks Architect, Graphisoft Archicad,
Allplan Engineering, Rhino/Grasshopper

Clash detection and It helps identify and resolve conflicts between construction activities that may occur at the same time or in a specific sequence.
resolution Softwares : Autodesk Navisworks, Solibri Model Checker, Tekla BIMsight, Revizto, ClashMEP, ARCHICAD, BIM Track, BIMcollab.

It provides a dynamic representation of the construction process, allowing stakeholders to monitor the project's status, track
Simulating construction the completion of tasks, and anticipate potential delays.
progress Softwares: Synchro PRO, Vico Office Suite, Autodesk Navisworks, Unity Reflect, BIM 360 Glue, Revizto, 3D Repo, Trimble Connect

It helps identify resource requirements at different stages of the project, optimize resource utilization, and ensure that
Resource management resources are available when needed.
Softwares : :Synchro PRO, Trimble Prolog, Vico Office Suite, PlanGrid, Procore, Oracle Primavera P6, Prolog Converge, e-Builder

it provides a comprehensive view of the building's components, their specifications, and maintenance schedules. This helps
Facility management facility managers plan and execute maintenance activities more effectively.
and maintenance
Softwares : Autodesk BIM 360, ARCHIBUS, FM:Systems, IBM Maximo, Accruent, Manhattan IWMS, Planon, iOFFICE

By incorporating time-related data, it allows project teams to estimate costs associated with specific construction activities,
predict operational expenses, and optimize the project's overall cost performance.
Lifecycle cost analysis
Softwares : CostX, Assemble Systems, Onuma Planning System (OPS), RSMeans Data Online,Candy, Trimble WinEst,
eTakeoff, ProEst
Introducing Energy Modeling:

Stages of Design and Types of Energy Models Integrating Energy Modeling

Early in the Design Process

Fig.A shows traditional project timelines

versus faster Integrated Project Delivery
(IPD) timelines. IPD spends more time
upfront defining goals and systems before
design, which saves overall time and
encourages early stakeholder buy-in.

Fig.B shows current minimal use of energy

modeling, primarily for late design code
compliance. To achieve more high-
efficiency buildings, modeling should be
used early and often to inform design.
Future modeling will also validate design
changes during construction and calibrate
final performance.

Fig.A Fig.B
A Concept design (feasibility Studies)
Design Team Goals
Use early Design Performance
Modeling to help define the
goals of the project.
Understand the energy
performance potential of
different design options.
Identify opportunities for
energy efficiency and
renewable energy integration.
Define the project requirements,
as informed by modeling
results.
Access the economic viability &
feasibility of energy related
design strategies (meeting
energy performance targets).
Energy Modeling Goals
Assess and compare the
energy performance of various
design concepts.
FOR ENERGY EFFICIENCY:
Experiment with building siting,
orientation, and massing
Determine effective envelope
constructions.
Assess the effects of
daylighting and other passive
strategies
Explore ways to reduce loads
Estimate energy consumption
and potential cost savings to
inform decision-making.
Benefits to the Client
Get entire design team united
around project goals.
Use modeling results to make
design decisions informed by
integrated system
performance.
Identify energy Efficient
Solutions that reduce long term
operational Costs.
Set realistic Energy
Performance targets for the
project.
B Schematic design
Design Team Goals
Review financial and
performance energy
information from model to
guide design decisions.
Develop a well-coordinated,
energy efficient building design
Explore more energy saving
strategies and technologies
Refine the conceptual design
based on energy performance
analysis.
Energy Modeling Goals
Create a rough baseline
energy model
Evaluate the energy
performance of the building at
the schematic design phase.
Assess the impact of design
decisions on energy
consumption and comfort, Test
energy efficiency measures to
determine the lowest possible
energy use
Set up thermal zones and
HVAC systems options,
lighting, and envelope to meet
energy goals.
Benefits to the Client
Test different options before
implementing them.
Determine the most efficient
and cost effective solutions.
Ensure the design aligns with
energy efficiency and
sustainability objectives.
Understand the projected
energy use and the potential
savings of the building
Make informed decisions about
system selection and energy
related investments.
C Design Development
Design Team Goals
Creating detailed drawings and
specifications.
Review design alternative based
on initial goals
Create baseline and alternatives
to choose from
Creating detailed cost estimates
and budget monitoring.
Incorporating sustainable design
principles.
Ensuring compliance with
building codes and zoning
regulations.
Keeping clients informed of
design progress.
Collaborating with team
members for design integration.
Energy Modeling Goals
Create proposed models with
system alternatives to choose
from
Assesses impact of design
choices on energy
performance.
Refine, add detail, and modify
the models, as needed
test control strategies
Evaluate specific products for
project
Provide annual energy use
charts and other performance
metrics for baseline vs
proposed
Do quality control check on
models
Benefits to the Client
Provides clearer visualization for
informed decisions.
Determine the most efficient and
cost effective solutions.
Improves risk management
through collaborative discussions.
Enhances functionality and user
experience.
Increases stakeholder
engagement.
Aligns with project objectives,
vision, and values.
Size mechanical equipment
correctly.
D Construction documents
Design Team Goals
Optimize design decisions Early
energy modeling allows the
design team to compare
different design options (e.g.,
building envelope, HVAC
systems)
Identify potential conflicts
identifies potential clashes
between building
elements(e.g., shading,
insulation gaps).
Create documentation needed
to accompany energy model
results for commissioning and
metering/ monitoring
validation.
Energy Modeling Goals
Early energy modeling helps
ensure the design meets
relevant energy codes, avoiding
costly rework later in the
process.
By identifying energy
inefficiencies early on, energy
modeling with lower energy
consumption.
Inform decisions on building
materials with optimal thermal
properties, impacting lifecycle
costs.
Complete the final design
model and Do quality control
check on the models
Benefits to the Client
Increased building value:
Energy-efficient buildings are
becoming increasingly
desirable, commanding higher
rental rates.
Use energy model as part of
LEED or other sustainable
design certification Provide
ability to better predict energy
use in the building
Energy-saving measures early
in the design process leads to
reduced energy consumption
and costs for the client
E Bidding
Design Team Goals
Developing a Competitive
Proposal: to create a compelling
and competitive bid proposal that
effectively communicates their
expertise, approach, and value
proposition.
Delivering a Collaborative
Approach: work effectively with
other stakeholders involved in the
project. This includes architects,
engineers, contractors, and
consultants.
Offering Innovative and Sustainable
Design Solutions
Building Relationships and Trust
Select contractors familiar with
energy-efficient construction
practices.
Energy Modeling Goals
Provide energy-related
specifications to potential bidders.
Identify and quantify energy-
related performance requirements.
Enable contractors to accurately
estimate project costs and
timelines.
Understanding the Client's
Objectives
Offering Cost-Effective Solutions
Benefits to the Client
Cost savings: it can help to
achieve cost savings in energy
modeling.
Quality assurance: By setting
specific requirements and
evaluating bids accordingly,
clients can ensure that they work
with qualified and reputable
energy modeling providers.
Flexibility and customization:
This provides an opportunity for
clients to tailor the scope of work,
deliverables, and timelines
according to their specific needs.
Encourage contractors to
propose energy-efficient
construction
F Construction
Design Team Goals
Use results of the as-built model
for commissioning.
Compare results of the as-built
model against metered data to
look for operating problems.
Confirming that the building's
design and construction align
with the initial energy
performance goals set during
the design phase.
Fine-tuning building systems
and components to achieve
maximum energy efficiency,
such as HVAC systems,
insulation, and lighting.
Energy Modeling Goals
Complete the as-built model
with installed component cut-
sheet performance values.
Collect metered operating data
to create a calibrated model to
share with outcome-based
database.
Verifying that the constructed
building meets energy codes
and standards, as well as any
sustainability certification
requirements.
Assisting in the commissioning
process to verify that building
systems operate as intended
and achieve the desired energy
performance levels.
Benefits to the Client
Provide ability to refine
operations to meet reduced
energy use goals in the built
project.
Reducing operational costs due
to the building's enhanced
energy efficiency, leading to
long-term savings on energy
expenses.
By achieving energy efficiency
goals, the client receives a
building that minimizes energy
consumption, aligning with
sustainability objectives and
reducing environmental impact.
 Introducing Green Building Rating Systems:
GREEN BUILDING: GREEN BUILDING RATING SYSTEM/TOOL:
is the ‘one that meets the criteria for environmental is an effective mechanism to check whether the building complies to
performance; encompassing strategies, techniques, the requirements of a green building. It encompasses a set of
and construction products that are less resource standards to enhance sustainability in the construction sector
intensive, pollution producing than regular providing comprehensive assessment of the environmental
construction. performance of the building based on multiple criteria.

Green building rating tools

encompass 3 type
systems:

Indicator system:
categorizes different
building performances as
energy, water, indoor air,
management, and waste

Scoring system:
credits assigned to the
indicators based on
weightage factor

Rating system:
assess the overall DISTRIBUTION OF
performance of the GREEN RATING
building structure based SYSTEMS ACROSS
on the results of the
scoring system.
THE WORLD.
1 LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)
Definition:
Developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), LEED is the most widely recognized green
building certification system worldwide.It provides a framework for designing, constructing, operating
and maintaining sustainable building communities.
Certified
VERSIONS: from LEED V1 in 1998 to the current LEED v5 2025, with updates and expanded criteria
40-49 pts
promoting sustainable building practices. In addition, LEED for Homes focuses on residential buildings,
while LEED Zero recognizes high-performance buildings in terms of energy, carbon, water, and waste.

Objectives: Significance:
Promote Sustainable Aspects evaluated by LEED: (Newely Construction & Major Rennovation)
Building practices.
Silver
50-59 pts Improve energy
efficiency and reduce Location & Sustainable Water Energy & Materials & Indoor
Innovation in Regional
Transportation sites Efficiency Atmosphere Resources Environmental
green gas emissions (16 pts) (10 pts) (11 pts) (33 pts) (13 pts) Quality (16 pts) Design (6 pts) Priority (4 pts)

Enhance water LEED CERTIFICATIONS SCHEMES:

conservation and BUILDING
BUILDING DESIGN & INTERIOR DESIGN & NEIGHBORHOOD
management CONSTRUCTION CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONS &
DEVELOPMENT
LEED FOR
Gold MAINTENANCE HOMES
60-70 pts (LEED BD+C) (LEED ID+C) (LEED ND)
Promote the use of (LEED O+M)
environmentally friendly For newely For interior fit outs for undergoing assess location, For single-family &
construction & & rennovations operational ransportation, multi-family homes.
materials and resources major rennovation assess the interior community
improvements assess the design
assess the design spaces within a assess strategies resources, and and construction of
Create healthier indoor and construction building related to efficient environmental sustainable homes
environments for phases Ex: Commercial resource use and impact Ex: Single family,
Platinum Ex: Core & Shells, Interiors, Retail, occupant well- Ex; LEED ND: Plan, Multifamily low rise,
occupants Schools, Retail,.... Hospitality,.... being LEED ND: Built projects
80+ pts multifamily Mid rise
 2 BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method)
Definition:

BREEAM is a technique for evaluating sustainability that is used to infrastructure, buildings, and projects.
Pass: < 30% It is mostly utilized in the UK and Europe, where it has established itself as a standard for
environmentally friendly construction techniques
The BREEAM certification is valid for a specific period. This varies on the type of scheme and the
certification level achieved.

Good: ≥ 45% Objectives: Significance:

To define and assess a Aspects evaluated by BREEAM:
building's sustainability
performance,
guaranteeing that
Very Good: projects fulfill Energy Management Health & Transport Water Materials Waste Pollution Landuse & Innovation
emissions (21 pts) wellbeing (12 pts) consumption & (14 pts) (9 pts) (13 pts) Ecology (10 pts)
≥ 55% sustainability objectives (31 pts) (21 pts) efficiency(9 pts) (10 pts)
and maintain peak
performance BREEAM CERTIFICATION SCHEMES:
throughout time. BREEAM New BREEAM International BREEAM Communities BREEAM Infrastructure BREEAM In-Use
Construction New Construction

Gives development Standards offer a Emphasizes A global certification It is the A certification and
Excellent: ≥ framework for reducing the program that acknowledged assessment
plans more attention, producing high- program created to
70% negative effects incorporates leader in the field
with an emphasis on performing, on the sustainable design when it comes to assist building
sustainably environment and into masterplanning techniques for managers in
minimizing building
constructed assets raising the to enhance, quantify, assessing lowering and
waste, figuring out how that promote efficiency of new and evaluate the sustainability in enhancing the
to cut CO2 emissions, business success construction in the developments' infrastructure and environmental
and have a positive global market. environmental, civil engineering performance of
Outstanding: and enhancing the influence on the social, and projects. already-existing
≥ 85% local animal habitat. environment and economic non-domestic
society. sustainability. structures.
3 Green Star
Definition:
Green Star is a voluntary sustainability rating system developed by the Green Building
Council of Australia (GBCA). It assesses the environmental performance of buildings and
communities throughout their entire life cycle, from design and construction to operation.
Green Star rating tools reward sustainability outcomes and encourage moving beyond
standard practice.
Objectives: Significance:
The primary objective Aspects evaluated by Green Star:
of Green Star is to
promote the design,
construction, and
Innovation Management Energy Water Materials Indoor Ecology
operation of Environment
sustainable buildings Quality
and communities by Green Star CERTIFICATIONS SCHEMES:
providing a GREEN STAR - GREEN STAR - GREEN STAR - GREEN STAR - GREEN STAR -
framework for setting DESIGN : AS BUILT INTERIORS PERFORMANCE COMMUNITIES
benchmarks and
Assesses the Verifies that the Specifically for Evaluates the Assesses the
measuring progress. operational
sustainability building has fit-out projects sustainability
of a building at been within existing performance of of entire
the design constructed buildings. existing communities or
stage. according to the buildings. precincts.
sustainable
design intent.
 4 LBC (Living building challenge)
Definition:
The Living Building Challenge (LBC) is a green building certification system for new and existing buildings that aims to
create structures that are net-zero energy, water, waste, and carbon emissions.

Living It was developed by the International Living Future Institute (ILFI) and is considered to be one of the most rigorous green
building standards in the world.
the highest
level of The LBC is a relatively new certification program, and there are currently only a few hundred LBC-certified buildings in the
certification
world. However, the ILFI is actively working to promote the LBC and to increase the number of LBC-certified buildings.
seven petals
Objectives: Significance:
Petal
Create buildings that Aspects evaluated by LBC : based on seven performance categories, or “petals”
to buildings are net-zero energy,
that meet all water, waste, and
of the carbon emissions.
imperatives in
Health + Materials Equity Beauty
one or more Improve the health and Place Water Energy
petals. Happiness
well-being of building
occupants. LBC CERTIFICATIONS SCHEMES:
Zero
LIVING PETAL NET ZERO NET ZERO NET ZERO ZERO
Reduce the BUILDING WATER WASTE
to buildings ENERGY CARBON
environmental impact of CERTIFICATION CERTIFICATION CERTIFICATION CERTIFICATION CERTIFICATION CERTIFICATION
that meet all the built environment.
of the Projects can achieve net-zero to projects that ecognizes projects that
This is the
pursue Petal energy achieve net-zero projects that achieve net-
imperatives in flagship
consumption over zero carbon
Promote the use of certificatio Certification water usage eliminate the
the Energy in one or a 12-month period through efficient production of emissions
and Water sustainable materials n scheme
more Petals projects must water on-site waste over a 12-
and practices of the LBC
petals. without demonstrate that management, Projects must month period
all seven
necessarily they procure all resource demonstrate
Petals of that they divert
Inspire others to build achieving full of their energy conservation, and
the rating at least 90% of
Living Building from renewable on-site wastewater
more sustainably. system
Certification. sources treatment their waste
5 DGNB (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Nachhaltiges Bauen)
Definition:

DGNB stands for 'Deutsche Gesellschaft für Nachhaltiges Bauen' (in English the German Sustainable
Building Council) and is the German sustainability certification for buildings.
DGNB is a a planning and optimization tool focused on performance and balance for everyone working
in the construction industry
80% or
higher
Objectives: Significance:
Certification Aspects evaluated by DGNB:
consistently takes into
account a project's full
65% or life cycle and assesses
a project's overall Environmental Economic Sociocultural Technical Process quality Site quality
higher and functional
performance rather quality (22.5%) quality (22.5%)
quality (22.5%)
quality (15%) (12.5%) (5%)

than just its individual

components. DGNB CERTIFICATION SCHEMES:
DGNB NEW DGNB DISTRICT DGNB DGNB
DGNB BUILDING IN-
The DGNB System is CONSTRUCTION DEVELOPMENT USE
DECONSTRUCTION CONSTRUCTION
focused on the three OF BUILDING STOCK SITES
50% or
higher primary sustainability The six theme The district's The DGNB System for The five areas of Because of its cross-
domains of Buildings in Use environmental use and cross-
dimensions of environmental,
performance is
quality, economic
evaluated using 31 assigns a system design, it
economy, economic, criteria from five performance index to quality, sociocultural may be applied to
ecological,and sociocultural, categories, with each building, graded and functional many kinds of
technical, process, each criterion individually, with the quality, technical construction site
sociocultural quality, and site quality having its own highest honor being quality, and process projects. The
each of which is given constitute a total of benefits, ensuring a the Platinum quality are all system's five criteria
37 criteria in the 2018 comprehensive Certificate. covered by the and structure mirror
35% or equal weight in the version, 29 criteria in twelve criteria that the procedures of a
evaluation.
evaluation. the system as of the are considered for building site.
higher 2023 edition. deconstruction.
 6 ESTIDAMA ( Sustainability in ‘Arabic’)
Definition:
One Pearl
basic level of ESTIDAMA, which means "sustainability" in Arabic, is a sustainability initiative launched by the Abu Dhabi
sustainability Urban Planning Council (UPC) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). It aims to promote sustainable
achievement
development practices in the built environment, fostering the creation of healthier, more livable
communities while preserving natural resources and cultural heritage.
Two Pearls
better-than-
average
Objectives: Significance:
sustainability
performance Promote sustainable Aspects evaluated by ESTIDAMA:
development practices
that minimize
Three environmental impact
Pearls and resource
Energy Water
Materials
good level of consumption. Indoor Sustainable selection and Integrated Economic
efficiency and environmental efficiency and site planning
sustainability Enhance the quality of conservation quality conservation and design
resource waste sustainability and
management management lifecycle cost analysis
achievement life for residents by
creating healthier, more ESTIDAMA CERTIFICATION SCHEMES:
Four Pearls resilient communities. PEARL BUILDING
PEARL COMMUNITY RATING PEARL RESIDENTIAL
very good Support Abu Dhabi's PEARL BUILDING RATING OPERATIONS AND
SYSTEM (PCRS) FOR
PEARL BUILDING RATING
sustainability SYSTEM (PBRS) FOR MAINTENANCE RATING SYSTEM FOR VILLAS (PBRV) BUILDINGS RATING SYSTEM
long-term economic INDIVIDUAL BUILDINGS SYSTEM (PBOMRS) FOR
ENTIRE COMMUNITIES OR FOR RESIDENTIAL VILLAS. (PRBRS) FOR RESIDENTIAL
performance DEVELOPMENTS. BUILDINGS.
growth by fostering EXISTING BUILDINGS.
innovation and It assigns a rating level The PBOMRS aims to The PCRS aims to The PBRV aims to The PRBRS aims to
investment in sustainable to the building based encourage building promote sustainable promote promote
Five Pearls technologies and on its sustainability owners and facility urban planning and environmentally environmentally
performance. managers to adopt development practices responsible and responsible and
the highest level practices. building owners or sustainable practices that create healthier, resource-efficient resource-efficient
of sustainability
achievement
Preserve the emirate's developers must that enhance energy more resilient, and practices in villa practices in residential
submit documentation environmentally construction and construction and
natural resources and and evidence
efficiency, water
responsible operation, ensuring operation, ensuring
conservation, indoor
cultural heritage for demonstrating environmental quality, communities. healthier and more healthier and more
future generations. compliance with and overall building sustainable living sustainable living
ESTIDAMA performance. environments for environments for
requirements. residents. residents.
 7 ASHRAE (American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers.)
ASHRAE itself Definition:
does not
ASHRAE stands for the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers.
officially ASHRAE is a global society advancing human well-being through sustainable technology for the built
classify its environment. It provides resources, research, standards, and education for professionals in the HVAC&R
resources and (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration) industry.
offerings into
distinct "levels,"
Objectives: Significance:
professionals in To advance the arts Aspects evaluated by ASHRAE:
the HVAC&R and sciences of
industry often HVAC&R engineering.

refer to To promote a Energy Indoor air Thermal Sustainable Refrigeration

resources and sustainable built efficiency quality comfort design and technology
Building HVAC system
operation automation design and
certifications environment. and controls operation

provided by ASHRAE CERTIFICATION SCHEMES:

To provide education,
ASHRAE based research, standards,
Building Energy Assessment
Professional (BEAP)
Building Energy Modeling High-Performance Building
Design Professional
Thermal Energy Storage
System Design Professional
HVAC Energy Assessment
(EA) Provider
Professional (BEMP)
publications, and
(TESDP)
on their This certification This certification This certification This certification This certification
complexity, certification programs program focuses on program is designed program is for program focuses on program is for
for professionals who
for professionals in the the assessment of professionals involved in the design and professionals
applicability, field.
building energy specialize in building
energy modeling.
the design of high- implementation of specializing in energy
performance and the performance buildings. thermal energy assessments for HVAC
and relevance identification of Certified professionals Certified professionals storage systems. systems.
energy-saving use computer integrate sustainable Certified professionals Certified professionals
to different To serve humanity by opportunities. simulation software to design principles and design and optimize conduct energy audits,
improving indoor air Certified professionals model and analyze the technologies to create thermal energy identify energy-saving
stages of their conduct energy performance buildings that are storage systems to opportunities, and
quality, energy comprehensive energy of buildings, helping energy-efficient, shift energy recommend measures
careers and efficiency, and comfort audits and provide optimize design and environmentally friendly, consumption, reduce to improve the
recommendations for operation for and comfortable for peak demand, and efficiency of HVAC
projects. in buildings. improving energy improved energy occupants. improve overall energy systems.
efficiency in buildings. efficiency. efficiency in buildings.