Analysis of Russian environmental certification systems development

Abstract

Introduction. All over the world building rating systems (certification systems) are being intensively developed as a solution to problems of modern cities focused on enhancing the quality of life in the population. Certification systems are an effective modern tool used not only to assess buildings, but also to achieve sustainable development goals in the construction industry.­ Materials and methods. The paper reviews several international certification systems, including BREEAM, LEED, DGNB, and Green Globes. The authors describe certification procedures, evaluation categories, areas of standards application and certification in Russia. The article provides a detailed review of the following Russian certification systems and the process of their development: “Green Standard”, SDOS “NOSTROI”, GREEN ZOOM, SDS “RUSO”. Their evaluation categories and basic provisions are provided. Results. The authors have conducted a comparative analysis of the Russian certification systems with account taken of environmental, economic, and social aspects of sustainable development. Russian standards are compared with the international ones and their interconnection is established. Conclusions. In Russia, sustainable development assessment systems have been developed and used since 2010. They focus on environmental and social aspects of sustainability.