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Frequently Asked Questions

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How many GRESB points can I earn using the BOMA BEST Sustainable certification?

GRESB has implemented a ‘time factor’ for metrics tied to green building certifications. The table below illustrates that four years after a BOMA BEST certificate has been issued, only 50% of the points are attainable, and after 5 years, the credit becomes ineligible for any points.

 

Note: GRESB considers the certification year as Year 0 post-certification while BOMA BEST would consider this as Year 1 within the certification cycle. As such, if buildings move to a 4-year recertification cycle with BOMA BEST, then full points can always be achieved for this credit with GRESB. When the building is due for BOMA BEST verification in its 4th year, this will be 3 years post certification in the GRESB system.

For more information on GRESB points and weights, click here.