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See below how Insulation solutions by ISOVER can contribute to BREEAM criteria: Responsible sourcing of construction products.
Aim
To recognise and encourage the specification and procurement of responsibly sourced construction products.
Requirement summary
Materials sourced in accordance with a sustainable procurement plan (by the end of concept design stage). Key building materials are responsibly sourced to reduce environmental and socio-economic impacts. The number of credit is based on the percentage of available Responsible sourcing points achieved:
Learn more about Responsible Sourcing of Construction Products
Our contribution
One credit
In order to ensure good practice around the use of sustainable building materials, Saint-Gobain requires a thorough process of having a signed charter, evaluation and social audit done of its suppliers. Suppliers are held responsible and required to sign a charter for more than 80% of purchases not linked to trade. A responsible purchasing policy is enforced and, if required, an on-site supplier audit is performed in instances where risks are identified.
Up to three credits
In addition, ISOVER mineral wool manufacturing process is under a certified environmental management system: 90% of its production plants have been certified ISO 14001.
