CSA PLUS 1132 (1st ed. pub 1996)

OBJECTIVES The main objectives of BREEAM are to (a)

provide market recognition for buildings in which the environmental impact has

been reduced; (b)

encourage the best practice in designing, operating, and maintaining buildings; (c)

ensure that current environmental standards are met and anticipa te future legislation; and (d)

raise the awareness of owners, occupants, designers, and operators as to the environmental impact of buildings.