Green building training and certification

Sustainable building practices and design are becoming an increasing priority, yet they present complex challenges for architects, owners, and builders. Achieving eco-friendly designs often requires submitting extensive design and construction documentation to relevant certification bodies.

At TÜV SÜD, we provide specialized green building training to equip your team with the expertise needed to achieve high energy efficiency in building operations.

In addition, we offer comprehensive support throughout the certification process, acting as a bridge between your team and green building councils or certification bodies. Our services ensure proper documentation of your sustainability commitments, meeting all required standards and guidelines.

Demand for certified sustainable buildings is growing, driven by environmental concerns and the benefits of lower operational costs. This increases the need for comprehensive green building training and certification. 

A demonstrated commitment to eco-friendly buildings enhances credentials, making your product more attractive to investors and renters. Applying sustainable building practices also ensures that buildings comply with stringent environmental regulations.

By training your teams to manage and maintain green building systems, your organisation can optimise energy use and reduce costs.

Our experts can guide you in developing your teams’ capacity to navigate the requirements of national and international green building rating systems, such as LEED, BREEAM, and DGNB. We can facilitate the process between you and relevant green building councils or sustainability certification bodies, guaranteeing your green commitment is well documented.

TÜV SÜD serves as your global partner who understands your local needs and legal requirements. We will make your green building certification process smooth and seamless. Benefit from our extensive experience in conducting training across various industry segments and subject matters, all while enjoying the convenience of a high-quality service that meets all your certification needs.

As an organisation with a proven track record of independence and engineering excellence, we ensure high levels of acceptance for your projects. Our impartiality allows us to objectively evaluate all relevant structural and technical considerations, and our experts are dedicated to affirming that your construction projects and infrastructure meet safety and sustainability standards.

We support your green building training and certification process, which is an ongoing effort that must be monitored and reviewed throughout the building lifecycle. We also offer training on ISO 50001 energy management systems, equipping your team with skills to manage energy efficiently. 

• Customised training – We can organise customised green building training according to your needs to instil good green practices in your employees and occupants. 
• Feasibility studies – This training includes understanding the process of achieving an ISO 50001 energy management certificate, which is a testament to your commitment to energy efficiency.
• Design advisory – Once we establish your project's eligibility, our green building advisory services assist with the design to ensure all parameters meet the requirements of your desired rating system. 
• Energy modelling and green building simulation – Our sophisticated software and energy modelling techniques help you make decisions on possible green measures. Green building simulations, on the other hand, establish case scenarios of energy use during building operation. 
• Advanced simulation services – You can leverage our advanced simulation software and techniques to generate scenarios for different natural lighting use cases, so you can save on energy costs. 
• Green building facilitation – We will guide you as you meet the requirements of various green building rating systems and document your commitment to sustainability. We will also review all design and construction documents before submission to the designated certification body, and liaise with them to obtain your desired green building certification. 
• Third-part commissioning – We will help you assess the suitability of the equipment, systems, and products for your operations.

We also offer intensive training on ISO 50001 energy management systems: 

• Awareness training – With our guidance, your team will learn the multiple benefits of energy management systems. This training includes preparing for an ISO 50001 energy management certificate, a well-regarded building certification programme demonstrating energy efficiency.
• Energy auditor training – To demonstrate your organisation’s commitment to energy efficiency, we certify individual experts or teams in the knowledge of ISO 50001 energy management systems. 
• Technical energy manager training – We train your team in managing and maintaining green building certification standards in your operations, which tie in closely with ISO 50001.