“The key point is that people can make a “green” building unsustainable and likewise an unsustainable building can contribute to sustainment by the way, and for what, it is used. The key factor is what the building is used for.” FRY, T. (2009)
The Crystal
“The Crystal sets the benchmark for sustainable building design. It is the only building in the world to achieve the highest certification in both the BREEAM and LEED schemes, as well as many other accreditations. Siemens technologies throughout the building ensure the highest energy efficiency and CO2 standards are met.� (source: https://www.thecrystal.org/about/)
Could BREEAM be considered as greenwashing?
Are they educating about sustainability or their products?