National Approach Biobased Construction
Nationale Aanpak Biobased Bouwen
Two-framework evaluation · independent scoring
Who benefits, concretely
Construction contractors
| Policy | Benefit | Concrete value | Eligibility | What to do | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Approach Biobased Construction Other scope | Mandatory inclusion [PLACEHOLDER — partner curator review pending] MPG (Milieuprestatie Gebouwen) threshold trajectory under NABB ratchets down each year — favouring contractors who can deliver biobased build-ups under the new ceiling rather than retrofitting later. | MPG threshold tightening (indicative) | All Wabo-permitted new residential construction in NL above the size threshold. | Verify MPG calculation under current Bepalingsmethode before tender submission; route biobased materials with low A1–A3 GWP into the design. | ongoing |
| National Approach Biobased Construction Other scope | Knowledge / advisory access [PLACEHOLDER — partner curator review pending] National Approach Biobased Construction (NABB) — convening platform giving contractors access to lead clients, pilot programmes, and the biobased value-chain consortia where new build-ups get specified first. | Free participation | Open to construction firms with demonstrable biobased pilot intent. | Register interest through the NABB platform; align with one of the consortium workstreams. | ongoing |
Material producers
| Policy | Benefit | Concrete value | Eligibility | What to do | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| National Approach Biobased Construction Other scope | Certification access [PLACEHOLDER — partner curator review pending] NABB-coordinated EPD development support accelerates getting a new biobased material into the Nationale Milieudatabase (NMD), without which it cannot be specified in MPG-bound projects. | Standardised EPD pathway | Biobased material producers with a verified production process and basic A1–A3 data. | Engage with NMD-approved consultant; submit EPD draft for review. | ongoing |
Programme to scale up cultivation, processing and application of biobased construction materials in the Netherlands. Ambition: 50,000 ha biobased building materials by 2030. EUR 200 million from Climate Fund. After 2030 chains must function autonomously. Connects farming with construction ("land tot pand").
Sources
- AMooi Nederland programma (2023). Handreiking Biobased (ver)bouwen — Section on reed (Phragmites australis) construction materials including roofing thatch and modern reed boards. Reed cultivation in NL veen landscape.