Planning and managing a construction site is a complex process. It requires precise preparation, prudent supervision and high-quality execution from both clients and construction companies. In terms of ecological sustainability, this involves issues such as the use of materials, conservation of resources, transport, the avoidance of pollutants and the preservation of biodiversity. Equally relevant are aspects relating to social responsibility on construction sites. Among other things, the safety of all those involved in the construction process and the implementation of preventive health and safety measures are of paramount importance. At the same time, a successful, smooth construction process often stands or falls with the acceptance of the local community. Information, engagement and dialogue are crucial here.
This is precisely where the DGNB System for Sustainable Construction Sites comes in. As a planning and management tool, it helps to strengthen process reliability and minimise risks.
DGNB System for Special Civil Engineering
Do you have a project that falls into the area of special civil engineering? The DGNB has developed a variant of the system specifically for this purpose.
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The DGNB System for Sustainable Construction Sites is designed to be applicable across all schemes and systems and is therefore suitable for construction site projects of all kinds. This includes, amongst other things, construction sites for new-build, renovation, deconstruction, district and infrastructure projects. Special civil engineering projects form an exception, for which there is a separate version of the system. The term ‘construction sites’ refers to all work carried out during the construction, repair and/or alteration of building structures. This also includes preparatory and finishing work.
The primary target groups for certification are:
- clients
- local authorities
- construction companies.
The DGNB system for construction sites is aimed at both users in Germany and international stakeholders.
... for building owners
Building owners can submit their project for certification. The advantages are manifold:
- Smoother construction process
- Positive image of the construction site (safe, clean, sustainable)
- Additional quality assurance of the construction work
- Risk minimisation through precautionary concepts
- Demonstrable sustainability
- Positive impact on planned certifications of the district or individual buildings at the site
... for building contractors
Construction companies can submit their concept for sustainable building sites and have it evaluated and awarded as part of a basic certification. For all subsequent construction sites, this certification applies as the basis for the project-specific evaluation. You benefit in several ways:
- Basic certificate as a unique selling point compared to competitors
- Employee safety
- Systematically optimising existing processes
- Greater attractiveness as an employer for (new) employees
... for municipalities
Municipalities have the option of making DGNB Certification a requirement and thus contributing to quality assurance at the municipal level:
- Contribution to the achievement of municipal sustainability goals
- Higher acceptance of the construction site by the local public
- Smoother construction process
Compatibility
The system is aligned with regulatory requirements such as the EU Taxonomy. These are fully integrated into the criteria catalogue. Where ESG verification in line with the EU Taxonomy is sought for a construction project, the system can provide relevant evidence for certain requirements.
The criteria set is currently only available in German. The English version will follow shortly. For further information about the system, please change the language settings on this page.