Vinhomes Green Paradise Can Gio Targets BREEAM Communities Certification for Sustainable Urban Development

Vinhomes Green Paradise Can Gio is redefining modern living by positioning itself as an ESG-driven development. More than just a real estate project, it stands as a declaration of a new global era of living — one that is green, smart, ecological, and regenerative. The project is actively pursuing the prestigious BREEAM Communities certification for sustainable urban design, setting a new benchmark for Vietnam and beyond.

With a total investment of USD 11 billion across 2,870 hectares in Cần Giờ, this mega-urban development aspires to become a symbol of sustainability, where people and ecosystems thrive together in perfect harmony.

Bringing Global Standards to Cần Giờ: BREEAM Communities

Vinhomes Green Paradise is pursuing BREEAM Communities certification – the world’s most rigorous standard for sustainable urban development.

This comprehensive assessment framework evaluates projects across eight core criteria: management, society, economy, resources, land use, ecology, energy, and transportation. Vinhomes Green Paradise aims to achieve the highest rating of “Outstanding”, requiring a score of over 85/100.

What is BREEAM Communities?

BREEAM Communities is an international green building certification developed by the Building Research Establishment (BRE) in the United Kingdom. Unlike standards that focus only on individual buildings, BREEAM Communities takes a master-planning approach to evaluate large-scale developments — including new urban areas, mixed-use communities, and regeneration projects.

The standout feature of BREEAM Communities lies in its holistic approach, assessing projects based on the three core pillars of sustainability: environmental, social, and economic. This ensures that developments not only meet immediate construction needs but also deliver long-term value to communities and the environment.

In essence, BREEAM Communities serves as a compass for sustainable urban development, guaranteeing that projects are not just “green,” but also generate lasting social and economic benefits.

Benefits for Stakeholders

• Cost savings through clear design orientation from the conceptual stage, and reduced operating costs thanks to efficiency-maximizing measures and resource consumption reduction.

• Enhanced project reputation by being associated with the international green building brand BREEAM, creating a strong competitive advantage.

• Increased property value, attracting both residents and investors.

• Promotion of cross-sector collaboration, overcoming fragmented workflows, ensuring consistency and efficiency throughout the entire design and construction process.

• Simplified monitoring, supervision, and reporting of results against sustainable development goals.

• Improved community quality of life through green, modern, and livable urban planning.

Steps in the BREEAM Communities Process

Step 1 – Establishing the Vision
At this stage, the developer and planners define the vision, objectives, and sustainable development orientation. This foundational phase integrates environmental, social, and economic factors right from the beginning. After this step, the project may receive an Interim Certificate, confirming that the master plan meets core sustainability criteria.

Step 2 – Determining the Layout
The project is developed into a comprehensive master plan with designated functional zones, transport networks, utilities, and infrastructure solutions.

Step 3 – Designing the Details
Detailed design elements are finalized, and the project submits evidence for comprehensive assessment. The final results determine the level of certification in the Final Certificate, officially issued by BRE Global.

With the Final Certificate, the project can achieve one of the following certification levels:

• Pass: ≥ 30%

• Good: ≥ 45%

• Very Good: ≥ 55%

• Excellent: ≥ 70%

• Outstanding: ≥ 85%

BREEAM Communities – Shaping the Future of Green Cities

In line with the global sustainability trend, BREEAM Communities has become an international benchmark for master planning. Beyond certification, the program enables developers, authorities, and communities to co-create desirable living environments — where people can live, work, and enjoy leisure in safe, healthy, and prosperous surroundings.

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