Lead the way to a greener built environment with our sustainability training courses.

With over a century-long heritage of scientific rigour, our team of multi-disciplinary experts provide a wide range of sustainability training courses in the UK, including BREEAM and Passive House.

We use our extensive track record of sustainability research, standards development and innovation to enable forward-thinking individuals and organisations to address sustainability goals. Our training aims to boost green skills in the construction, infrastructure, real estate, manufacturing and public industries.

Our science-led courses cover defining challenges in the built environment, including net zero, decarbonisation, climate change, energy efficiency, health and well-being, and resilience.

As a profit-for-purpose, any profits from BRE’s work go to the BRE Trust, which invests in research projects for the public benefit, contributing to a safer and greener built environment.

Net Zero Carbon Foundations

The starting point for your sustainability learning journey, this online course introduces climate change, the drivers for achieving net zero carbon, what this means, and how organisations can apply it in practice.

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Circular Economy in Construction Foundations

Drawing from BRE’s world-leading sustainability expertise, the Circular Economy in Construction Foundations course is designed to help you grasp the concept of circular economy in the context of the built environment.

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BREEAM for commercial and residential assets

BREEAM is the world’s leading science-based suite of validation and certification systems for a sustainable built environment providing solutions in ESG, net zero carbon, health and social impact, circularity and resilience and whole life performance.

Millions of assets all over the world are registered with BREEAM and demand is soaring. Our BREEAM training will help you become the driving force of sustainability and positive change.

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BREEAM Infrastructure Foundations

This course introduces you to BREEAM Infrastructure (formerly CEEQUAL), the world’s leading sustainability assessment method for civil engineering, infrastructure, landscaping and public realm works.

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BREEAM Infrastructure (formerly CEEQUAL)

BREEAM Infrastructure is the world’s first sustainability rating scheme for improving the design, construction and maintenance of infrastructure assets.

BREEAM Infrastructure Projects Assessor training qualifies learners as BREEAM Infrastructure Assessors, enabling them to influence and assess sustainability across civil engineering projects.

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BREEAM Infrastructure Term Contracts is for the assessment of civil engineering and public works that are undertaken through contracts covering work in a geographical or operational area over a number of years, multiple works orders for the individual jobs.

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Passive House Designer

Passive House is the internationally recognised, performance-based energy standard in construction. With an emphasis on practical implementation, this sustainability training course is tailored to architects and design professionals looking to become certified Passive House designers and drive positive change in the built environment.

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Indoor environmental quality

Our sustainability training courses in the UK provide an overview of indoor environmental quality and its importance, outlining the implementation of BS 40102-1 to monitor and evaluate health, wellbeing and IEQ in non-domestic buildings.

Find out more about IEQ and BS 40102-1 training

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Frequently asked questions

What are sustainability training courses?

Sustainability training courses teach professionals how to design, build, and manage projects with lower carbon impact. At BRE Academy, they cover topics such as BREEAM, net zero, and the circular economy in construction, helping you apply proven sustainability standards in real projects.

Who should take sustainability training courses in the UK?

These courses suit architects, engineers, project managers, and sustainability consultants who want recognised qualifications in sustainable construction. Whether you’re new to the field or deepening existing knowledge, our UK-based programmes support every career stage.

Are BRE Academy’s sustainability training courses recognised in the UK?

Yes. BRE Academy courses are CPD-recognised and trusted by organisations across the UK built environment. Many align with BREEAM and industry standards used in local and national sustainability frameworks.

Can I study sustainability training courses online?

Absolutely. Most courses are available fully online, allowing you to learn at your own pace from anywhere in the UK or internationally, with the same quality and accreditation as classroom delivery.

How do sustainability training courses support net zero goals?

These courses explain how to measure and reduce carbon emissions across a building’s lifecycle. Learners gain practical tools to support net zero targets through design, material choices, and operational efficiency.

What is the difference between BREEAM and other sustainability courses?

BREEAM training focuses on assessment and certification for sustainable buildings, while other courses explore broader areas such as circular economy, Passive House design, and indoor environmental quality – all under BRE Academy’s sustainability portfolio.