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2026

GRO: Archipelago’s Expertise in Developing the New Framework

Evaluation and renewal of the GRO framework for the Flemish government. Archipelago is responsible for various areas of expertise, tools, tests, helpdesk and training.

Commissioned by the Facilities Agency of the Flemish Government, the current GRO methodology is being evaluated and, drawing on experience with previous versions, a new framework and updated methodology are being developed for the interregional GRO. Archipelago provides expertise in Climate Responsive Design (CRD), Energy (ENE) and Healthy Building (HEA), develops Level 1, creates light tools for CRD and tests Excel files. Together with Bureau Bouwtechniek, Archipelago also provides support, the French-language helpdesk and training.

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