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Policy, IPp4: Current Facilities Requirements and O+M Plan ). Findings from this assessment are integrated throughout the rating system ( EAc5: Decarbonization and Efficiency Plans, EAc6: Peak Load Management ).

Quality of life Environmental justice and similar movements have brought the importance of understanding the social context of the local community, workforce, and supply chain to the forefront. The IP category addresses social inequities through an assessment encouraging project teams to evaluate the social context of those who support the operations and maintenance of the building, the local community, and occupants to provide a more equitable and inclusive environment ( IPp2: Human Impact Assessment, IPc2: Worker Safety and Training ).

Resilience is a key topic throughout the LEED O+M: Existing Buildings rating system. Munich Reinsurance America reported that global disaster losses in 2023 totaled $250 billion, highlighting the significant financial impact of natural disasters worldwide. [3] The required assessment of observed, projected, and future natural hazards for climate resilience is meant to enhance awareness, increase transparency, reduce vulnerabilities, and ensure long-term safety and sustainability ( IPp1: Climate Resilience Assessment ).

Ecological conservation and restoration With requirements that evaluate site operations, construction and renovation, occupant connection with nature, and green cleaning, IP sets the framework for developing an understanding and optimization of strategies that support ecological systems beyond building operations ( IPp3: Operations Assessment and Policy ).

The IP category in LEED v5 promotes a process-driven approach to sustainable building operations. Focusing on real-time assessments, collaboration, and real-world impacts empowers project teams to tackle key environmental and social challenges. This framework supports high-performing, resilient, equitable buildings and is aligned with long-term sustainability goals.

3 “Global climate disasters hit record $320bn – Munich Re,” Reinsurance Business, January 10, 2025, accessed March 21, 2025, https://www.insurancebusinessmag.com/reinsurance/news/breaking-news/global-climate-disasters-hit-record-320bn—munich-re- 520075.aspx#:~:text=An%20analysis%20from%20insurance%20company,year%20for%20the%20insurance%20industry.

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