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Get maximum BREEAM credits with the 100% rated LCA tool 

With One Click LCA, you can automate both LCA and LCC, get reports tailored for BREEAM, and earn up to 18 credits

How to achieve maximum BREEAM credits?

Perform a high-quality whole building LCA

Earn Mat 01 credits by performing a high-quality whole building LCA covering all life-cycle stages.

Calculate and reduce the impacts early

Environmental impacts calculated at early stages give you the flexibility to reduce them by modifying your design.

Compare and optimise your structural elements

Compare structural elements to identify hotspots and choose the design options with the lowest emissions.

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Why Choose One Click LCA For BREEAM?

One Click LCA complies with the latest version of BREEAM v6. You can find the verification certificate here.

Easy to use LCA software approved by BRE

One Click LCA is web-based – meaning no download or installation required and easy to navigate.

BRE has awarded One Click LCA with a 100% quality score.

Connects with the tools you use

Using One Click LCA, you can easily import data from Excel, Revit, BIM, IESVE, and many other tools. Making it quicker to get a standards-based LCA.

Comes with your local database

One Click LCA’s database contains over 100K construction data points, comprising EPDs and generic data. 

Our localization mechanism is approved by BRE to guarantee results compliant for your region.

How many BREEAM credits can I get with One Click LCA?

The number of credits depends on the scheme you are assessing under. See the credits attainable for each of the assessments in the table below

 ONE CLICK LCA
BREEAM scheme Credit potential Mat 01 Mat 02 Mat 03 Mat 05 Mat 06 Man 02* Man 03 Wst 05 Ene 04
BREEAM Intl NC 2016 16 7 1 4 2
BREEAM Intl RFO 2015 16 7 1 4 2
BREEAM NL 2014 12 9 2 1
BREEAM NOR NC 2016 14 7 4 2 1
BREEAM ES NC 2015 15 7 4 3 1
BREEAM SE NC 2017 14 7 1 4 2
BREEAM UK NC 2018 18 10 1 1 4 2
BREEAM UK NC 2014 8 2 1 3 2
BREEAM UK RFO 2014 13 7 1 3 2
BREEAM UK NC 2011 11 2 2 2 5
BREEAM DE NC 2018 7 1 4 2
Older schemes
BREEAM Intl NC 2013 15 7 4 3 1
BREEAM SE 2013 10,5 4+1+1 3 1,5
BREEAM NOR (1.0. & 1.1.) 6,5 5 1,5
BREEAM ES Vivienda 7,5 5+1 1,5
Commercial EU 2009 10,5 4+1+1 3 1,5
Int’l Bespoke 2010 14 6 3 5

 

BREEAM NOR 0.6v

BREEAM scheme Credit potential Man 01 Man 02 Man 03 Tra 01 Mat 01 Mat 02 Mat 06 Mat 07 Wst 01 Ene 01
BREEAM NOR 0.6v 30 1 3 4 1 6 1 4 3 5 2

*This is according to the newest scheme, in previous versions the number and the credits for this category might be different. For example, in BREEAM International 2013 it was MAN 05.

Credits subject to project constraints. One Click Ltd accepts no responsibility for omissions or errors in the above data.

One Click LCA is approved by BRE for

all BREEAM Schemes

Life Cycle Assessment (Mat 01 LCA) is a very significant credit in BREEAM and requires the use of approved LCA software. Click on the certification scheme to see the maximum credits you can get.

What users have said about us?

“One Click LCA is the main tool we use for our embodied carbon assessments. The tool provides a range of add-ons, which make it suitable for both high-level and detailed assessments, as well as for BREEAM compliant life cycle studies.”
MARIA VOUKIA

Senior Sustainability Consultant, Ramboll, United Kingdom

“The software allows us to efficiently perform LCA and LCC analyses related to the life cycle of a building and achieve points in the BREEAM and LEED certification”
JUSTYNA CHMIELEWSKA

Head of sustainability and a senior sustainability advisor, Gleeds Polska

“One Click LCA delivered the maximal 6+1 credits for BREEAM LCA. The software is really easy to use and does not require special expertise. I am happy to recommend it.”
Riina Salomaa

Project Engineer, Optiplan Oy, Finland

“The software is extremely intuitive and can be used by anybody, no matter their level of expertise when it comes to Life Cycle Assessment.”
Carlotta Cocco

LEED AP BD+C, ID+C, BREEAM Assessor, Architect, Evotre

“The software greatly simplifies our analysis process by providing convenient automation, a large database and good compatibility with all the BIM software we use.”
Laura Rusconi Clerici

BREEAM AP and LEED AP BD+C , TEKNE SPA

FAQs

How do I get access to the BREEAM tool?
Choose a suitable plan to perform building LCA and BREEAM is available as an add-on to the plan. One Click LCA’s annual subscription plans can be found here.
Can One Click LCA software be used for new construction vs retrofit projects?
Yes, If you are working with UK Retrofit and fit-out projects you have to choose the ‘LCA for BREEAM Int’l and RFO’ tool. We have more guidance about this available on our helpdesk.
Is training offered for BREEAM analysis?
We offer training, support, software customization, and selective consulting services in the area of life cycle assessment and life cycle costing. You can read more about the training here.
Can I use it for all schemes and versions?
You can use it for all BREEAM schemes and versions listed below

 ONE CLICK LCA
BREEAM scheme Credit potential Mat 01 Mat 02 Mat 03 Mat 05 Mat 06 Man 02* Man 03 Wst 05 Ene 04
BREEAM Intl NC 2016 16 7 1 4 2
BREEAM Intl RFO 2015 16 7 1 4 2
BREEAM NL 2014 12 9 2 1
BREEAM NOR NC 2016 14 7 4 2 1
BREEAM ES NC 2015 15 7 4 3 1
BREEAM SE NC 2017 14 7 1 4 2
BREEAM UK NC 2018 18 10 1 1 4 2
BREEAM UK NC 2014 8 2 1 3 2
BREEAM UK RFO 2014 13 7 1 3 2
BREEAM UK NC 2011 11 2 2 2 5
BREEAM DE NC 2018 7 1 4 2
Older schemes
BREEAM Intl NC 2013 15 7 4 3 1
BREEAM SE 2013 10,5 4+1+1 3 1,5
BREEAM NOR (1.0. & 1.1.) 6,5 5 1,5
BREEAM ES Vivienda 7,5 5+1 1,5
Commercial EU 2009 10,5 4+1+1 3 1,5
Int’l Bespoke 2010 14 6 3 5

*This is according to the newest scheme, in previous versions the number and the credits for this category might be different. For example, in BREEAM International 2013 it was MAN 05.

Credits subject to project constraints. One Click Ltd accepts no responsibility for omissions or errors in the above data.

What is the scope of assessment for BREEAM?
The scope of assessment includes  A1-A3 Materials, A4 Transportation, A5 construction, B1 Use Phase, B4-B5 replacement, B6 energy, B7 water, and C1-C4 End of life.
What type of data can be used for BREEAM analysis?
One Click LCA contains 100 000+ data points and integrates data from nearly all of the available EPD platforms around the globe. The platform also contains EPD data that is not published under any of the listed databases. For a full overview of the databases available in One Click LCA, please visit this link.

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