Level 1 — Integrating biodiversity into construction and renovation projects
Ref. ENV34PUnderstanding the challenges of biodiversity in buildings, being able to promote biodiversity at all stages of a project (from planning to end of life), and identifying existing tools (regulations, certifications, labels) to integrate biodiversity into real estate projects.
Program
- Understanding biodiversity: conservation challenges, ecosystem services, ecological networks, causes of decline, everyday biodiversity in the city
- Challenges in the building sector: impacts on biodiversity, the concept of grey biodiversity
- Implementation: ecological assessment, greening of buildings, selection of plant species, wildlife habitat improvements, rainwater management
- Construction phase: managing impacts during the implementation phase
- Operation: differentiated management of green spaces, raising awareness among managers and occupants, urban agriculture
- Tools and examples: regulations (ERC sequence, Biodiversity Law), certifications (HQE, BREEAM), specific labels and certifications, biomimicry and biophilia
Prerequisites
No prerequisites.
Evaluation and validation
Multiple-choice questions to validate objectives at the end of training
Teaching methods
In-person or virtual classroom: expository and active teaching methods (illustrated cases and case studies)
Level 2 — Becoming a Biodiversity Partner (NCO & EVO standards)
Ref. ENV76PUnderstanding the framework and process of Effinature certification, positioning oneself as a Biodiversity Partner, mastering the structure and requirements of the New Constructions (NCO) and Evolution (EVO) standards, knowing how to analyze the criteria and produce acceptable and auditable evidence.
Program
- Day 1 — Structuring your mission and mastering the reference frameworks:
- Role of the Biodiversity Partner and certification framework: process, integration into the project team, qualification procedure
- NCO and EVO design phase frameworks: structure, themes (Soil, Flora, Fauna, Impacts, Well-being, Skills), mandatory vs. contextual criteria
- Evidence production and auditability: verifiability, enforceability, joint responsibility of the BP
- Practical workshop: creating an Effinature case study
- Day 2 — Analyze the deliverables and implement the approach:
- NCO and EVO standards for the implementation phase: site challenges, evidence gathering, environmental impact assessment
- Submission of files to IRICE: expected formats, submission platform
- Promoting a support mission for project owners: local authorities, developers, promoters, investors
- Examples of certified projects in new construction and renovation
Prerequisites
Prerequisites vary depending on the candidate's experience and level of education (eligibility grid available upon request). Without prior training in ecology, biology, or environmental science, completion of Level 1 is mandatory.
Evaluation and validation
Multiple-choice exam at the end of the training (70% correct answers required, 2 retake sessions possible within 30 days). Issuance of a training certificate and a certificate valid for 3 years.
Teaching methods
In-person or virtual classroom: expository (illustrated examples) and active (case studies) teaching methods
Level 3 — Biodiversity Partner HOR (Planning)
Obtain the Biodiversity Partner qualification for the Horizon / Planning (HOR) scope. Master the specificities of biodiversity assessment at the scale of planning, development zones and comprehensive operations.
Program
- HOR Reference Framework: Specifics of planning and overall operations
- Biodiversity assessment at the territorial scale: connectivity, networks, continuities
- Articulation with town planning documents (PLU, OAP, CCCT of ZAC)
- Calculating the BPS at the development scale — practical exercises
- Case studies: Urban development zones, eco-districts, comprehensive projects
Prerequisites
Active Biodiversity Partner qualification (Level 2 validated). Experience in environmental assessment at the planning scale.
Evaluation and validation
Multiple-choice questionnaire at the end of the training + certificate issuance
Teaching methods
In-person or virtual classroom
Level 4 — Biodiversity Partner HVE (Operation)
Obtain the qualification to carry out High Environmental Value (HEV) assessments during the operational and post-delivery phases. Master the HEV additive and the control protocol.
Program
- HVE Addendum: framework, requirements, relationship with NCO/EVO/HOR
- Specifics of the operation: differentiated management, ecological monitoring, indicators
- HVE control protocol: milestones, deliverables, triggering conditions
- Post-delivery environmental monitoring indicators
- Field case studies and real-world evaluation
Prerequisites
Active Biodiversity Partner qualification (Level 2 or Level 3 validated). Experience of at least 2 assessments as a BP.
Evaluation and validation
Multiple-choice questionnaire at the end of the training + certificate issuance
Teaching methods
In-person or virtual classroom
In partnership with Qualitel Formation
The training courses are provided by Qualitel Formation, a Qualiopi-certified training organization. Official registration takes place through Qualitel Formation after your pre-registration has been validated by IRICE.
Training courses are eligible for funding by OPCOs (skills operators). Contact your employer or your OPCO directly to find out about funding options.
Qualiopi certified — Training activities
Online pre-registration
Fill out the form below. IRICE will verify your prerequisites and then forward your registration to Qualitel Formation.
How does it work?
Pre-registration
Fill out the form on this site
Verification
IRICE checks your prerequisites
Transmission
Registration sent to Qualitel Formation
Training
Official registration + OPCO funding