BREEAM-NL Excellent Design Certificate for Twente and Launch of Whitepaper at PROVADA

Real estate developer Panattoni, LXA Advocaten and the real estate association Dynamis presented de whitepaper "BREEAM-NL Certificates: The Sustainable Boost for Logistics Real Estate" at PROVADA in Amsterdam. The whitepaper reveals an impressive 51.8% increase in the number of BREEAM-NL certified logistics properties in 2023 compared to the previous year. It highlights the tangible benefits of BREEAM-NL from real-world examples. Rudy van der Helm, Manager of Development and Management at DGBC, received the first copy of the whitepaper.

"The results from the whitepaper emphasize the crucial role of BREEAM-NL certification in the sustainability of logistics real estate. The increase in the number of certified logistics properties shows that the sector is actively contributing to the energy transition and prioritizing sustainability. It is encouraging to see that more and more parties recognize and implement the benefits of BREEAM-NL," said Rudy van der Helm.

Impact of BREEAM-NL Certification

BREEAM-NL is an internationally recognized standard for sustainability that offers objectively measurable benefits. A key insight from the whitepaper is that the BREEAM-NL certificate adds value for all parties involved in a logistics real estate development.

For investors, meeting BREEAM-NL criteria ensures that their properties comply with European sustainability criteria and the requirements of the EU Taxonomy. This makes it easier to report under the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR) and attracts green investments.

For end-users, BREEAM-NL facilitates contributions to ESG goals (Environmental, Social, and Governance) and compliance with sustainability reporting as required under the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). Additionally, a high BREEAM-NL score can lead to practical benefits such as lower operational costs through improved energy efficiency and reduced water consumption, and a healthier working environment through better air quality and natural light.

Example Projects

The whitepaper also discusses various example projects from logistics real estate developer Panattoni, which are developed exclusively according to BREEAM-NL standards. Following the presentation of the whitepaper to Rudy van der Helm, Panattoni received the BREEAM-NL Excellent design certificate for the recently completed Panattoni Park Twente from Van der Helm.

Jeroen Gerritsen, Managing Director Panattoni The Netherlands:"We are delighted to receive the BREEAM-NL Excellent design certificate for Panattoni Park Twente. For us, sustainability is more than just a certification; it is an integral part of our corporate philosophy. This certificate not only confirms our commitment to sustainable development but also supports the findings from our recent whitepaper, which highlights the benefits of BREEAM-NL for the sector."