What is the DGNB Navigator?
The DGNB Navigator, developed by the German Sustainable Building Council (DGNB), connects product-specific sustainability data from manufacturers with the needs of architects. It also serves as a gateway to DGNB certification, actively promoting sustainability in the construction sector.
The DGNB Navigator is aimed at anyone interested in construction products, including their composition, origin and manufacturing conditions. It brings together product information and sustainability aspects, linking this content to the certification of building projects.
What are the benefits of the DGNB Navigator?
Manufacturers that showcase their products in the DGNB Navigator benefit from strong positioning in the sustainability market thanks to the documentation and transparency that the platform provides. Meanwhile, architects and planners gain access to a comprehensive information platform for sustainable construction. This includes details on sustainability aspects, visualisations and supplementary documents about products, manufacturers and contact persons. DGNB auditors use the DGNB Navigator to easily document products for certification.
Selecting the right construction products and materials is crucial for sustainable building. The DGNB Navigator is a central platform for documenting material ecology within the DGNB system. The product database contains all the information required for certification according to DGNB standards.
Which products can be listed in the DGNB Navigator?
In principle, all products can be listed in the DGNB Navigator. However, the DGNB reserves the right not to publish products or ingredients that are harmful or not approved for use in Germany. This makes the DGNB Navigator a valuable resource for anyone committed to sustainable construction.
At Saint-Gobain Weber, we have added several of our products to the DGNB Navigator to help with the planning and implementation of sustainable construction projects.
