What is CFP Green Buildings?
CFP Green Buildings is a pioneering project in the environmental consulting industry, dedicated to making buildings more sustainable worldwide. With a focus on sustainable buildings, green buildings, and greening real estate, CFP offers a suite of sustainability services and consulting expertise. Their flagship Green Buildings Tool helps users measure baseline carbon emissions and report with frameworks like CRREM and PCAF. Beyond just numbers, CFP dives deep into ESG strategy, energy management, and certifications such as BREEAM and WELL, helping clients future-proof their buildings in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape.
Main Benefits of CFP Green Buildings
The project delivers clear, actionable insights that make sustainability accessible and financially viable. Here are some key figures and facts that highlight its impact:
- Millions of buildings worldwide have been made more sustainable using the Green Buildings Tool.
- Provides a simple overview of investments and payback periods, turning sustainability into a convincing business case.
- Supports carbon analysis and reporting with tools aligned to CRREM, PCAF, and the Carbon Performance Ladder.
- Offers ESG strategy and monitoring aligned with EU Taxonomy, CSRD, and GRESB standards.
- Active in 26 countries, including the Netherlands, UK, Belgium, Australia, Singapore, the US, and Canada.
- Combines over 400 years of collective experience in sustainable building consultancy.
Carbon Analysis and Reporting Made Simple
One of the core strengths of CFP Green Buildings lies in its comprehensive carbon analysis and reporting capabilities. The project enables users to measure, reduce, and transparently report their carbon impact. Whether it’s through detailed carbon reporting, CRREM alignment, or PCAF integration, the tools provide a clear pathway to decarbonisation. This is crucial for real estate portfolios aiming to meet stringent climate goals and regulatory requirements. Plus, the Carbon Performance Ladder offers a structured approach to improving carbon efficiency step-by-step.
ESG Strategy and Compliance Support
ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) is no longer just a buzzword — it’s a must-have strategy for sustainable real estate. CFP Green Buildings helps organizations turn ESG goals into measurable actions. Their services cover ESG reporting, strategy development, and compliance with EU Taxonomy and CSRD standards. This means clients can confidently align with evolving regulations while demonstrating leadership in sustainability. The integration with frameworks like GRESB further strengthens the credibility and impact of ESG initiatives.
Energy Management and Certification Expertise
Energy efficiency is at the heart of sustainable buildings, and CFP Green Buildings offers robust solutions here too. From EPCs and energy assessments to ongoing energy monitoring with tools like Weii, the project supports every step of the energy management journey. Additionally, CFP acts as a BREEAM expert and assessor, guiding clients through certification processes that validate their green credentials. The project also covers WELL certification and quick scans, ensuring buildings are not only energy-efficient but also healthy and comfortable for occupants.
Project Impact on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
- SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
- SDG 13: Climate Action
- SDG 15: Life on Land (through biodiversity initiatives)
Global Reach and Future Vision
CFP Green Buildings is not just about local impact — it’s a global movement. Starting with strong footholds in the Netherlands, UK, Belgium, and Australia, the project aims to expand its reach worldwide. The team’s combined experience and innovative digital tools, like NXTBLDNG which assigns a unique digital identity to every building, position CFP as a leader in the sustainability consulting space. With a mission to make sustainability easy and actionable, CFP is shaping a future where every building contributes to a healthier planet and a safer, more resilient built environment.
