For buildings outside Hong Kong, there is a BEAM Plus EB Global Version launched on 27 May 2024. The rating tool can be applied to buildings outside Hong Kong with special fee concession. Please contact the Secretariat at Tel No. (852) 39948813 or (852) 3994 8868 to find out more.

One of the standout features of BEAM Plus EB Global v1.0 is its streamlined point-based scoring system, coupled with simplified submittal requirements. This approach provides a convenient approach for existing building projects, allowing them to attain green building rating efficiently.

Besides, what sets BEAM Plus EB Global Version apart is its unique combination of technical features:

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Key Features of Global Version

Features Description
Flexible Participation Can pursue comprehensive certificate or selective certificates in chosen aspects such as management, energy use, health and wellbeing, etc.
Generalised baseline standards Utilise international energy baseline that can be adjusted according to weather. Water efficiency label and indoor air quality may follow local standards of the respective regions.
Carbon neutrality goals Encourage existing buildings to establish greenhouse gas emission reduction targets, including verification through the "Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi)". The option to procure Renewable Energy Certificates is also available.
Expanded energy reduction scale Expand the scoring range for energy reduction from 8% to 45%, reflecting the latest trends where existing buildings can achieve significant energy saving through new technology.
Latest technology Incorporate the latest digital facility management practices, such as using Building Information Modelling (BIM) to model the as-built facilities to enhance management efficiency.
Induce behavioural change Introduce more practices to induce behavioural change, such as providing an IT platform for users to showcase sustainable living or organising educational workshops for building users.

Assessment Aspects of BEAM Plus Existing Buildings - Global Version V1.0

Assessment Aspects Description

Management
(MAN)		 concerns responsible management practices and provisions to encourage sustainable management of occupied areas.

Integrated Design and Construction Management (IDCM)		 encourages good practices such as employing BEAM Professional, use of BIM, design for operation & maintenance, design for user engagement and Retro-comissioning (RCx).

Sustainable Site (SS)		 is about low-carbon transport, amenities nearby, outdoor pollution control and outdoor greenery.

Materials and Waste (MW)		 encourages waste reduction and efficient use of materials of lesser environmental impacts.

Energy Use (EU)		 relates to low energy design, energy efficiency practices and adoption of renewable energy.

Water Use (WU)		 emphasises adoption of water efficient devices and practices, reduction of water use and the quality of potable water.

Health and Wellbeing (HWB)		 encompasses various environmental aspects of indoor environment which have an impact on the health and wellbeing of occupants including lighting, air quality and thermal comfort, etc.

Innovations (IA)		 New techniques that have significant environmental benefits.