HQE NON RESIDENTIAL
A performance framework for sustainable non-residential buildings
HQE Non-Residential is an international certification framework dedicated to non-residential buildings, including offices, educational facilities, healthcare buildings, retail, and mixed-use developments. It provides a structured approach to environmental quality, energy performance, comfort, and operational efficiency across the lifecycle of assets.
HQE Non-Residential is designed to help project owners and operators translate sustainability objectives into operationally effective and measurable performance outcomes.
Addressing the specific challenges of non-residential buildings
Non-residential buildings present complex challenges related to energy use, occupancy patterns, technical systems, and operational management. HQE Non-Residential responds to these challenges by addressing both environmental performance and quality of use, while taking into account the diversity of building functions and user profiles.
The framework covers key performance dimensions such as:
- energy efficiency and carbon reduction
- indoor environmental quality and occupant comfort
- resource management and environmental impact
- adaptability, durability, and long-term operation
- building management and performance monitoring
This makes HQE Non-Residential particularly relevant for assets where performance must be maintained throughout operation, not only at delivery.
From certification objectives to operational performance
The value of HQE Non-Residential lies in its ability to structure performance beyond compliance. When properly integrated, it supports decision-making, operational optimization, and continuous improvement over time.
Our approach focuses on ensuring that certification requirements are aligned with real-use conditions, management practices, and long-term asset strategies, so that performance targets remain achievable and relevant during operation.
Our role as technical and strategic advisor
We support project owners, asset managers, and operators throughout HQE Non-Residential certification processes, acting as an independent technical and strategic advisor.
Our services include:
- certification strategy definition
- technical advisory and coordination
- support with documentation and compliance processes
- interface between stakeholders
- performance follow-up and operational alignment
By linking HQE Non-Residential requirements with day-to-day building management, we help transform certification into a practical tool for operational efficiency, resilience, and asset value creation.
An adaptable framework for international projects
HQE Non-Residential is designed to be flexible and adaptable to different climatic, cultural, and regulatory contexts. This makes it suitable for international projects and multi-asset portfolios.
By aligning HQE Non-Residential with local operational realities and international best practices, we support the deployment of robust, credible, and context-sensitive certification strategies across global markets.
Why integrate HQE Non-Residential into non-residential projects?
- To structure environmental and energy performance objectives.
- To improve operational efficiency and user comfort.
- To support long-term asset management strategies.
- To enable continuous performance improvement.
- To enhance asset value, credibility, and resilience.