The Earth Advantage Multifamily certification is based on five pillars of performance: Energy, Health, Land, Materials, and Water. Buildings that earn an Earth Advantage certification are required to meet minimum resource efficiency thresholds of performance, helping lower resident utility bills and increasing comfort well beyond code minimum-built properties. Residential properties certified to Earth Advantage standards are inspected multiple times to ensure they comply with Earth Advantage's stringent requirements. Best practices in design, building, and operation are paramount in the Earth Advantage certification process.