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THE BENEFITS OF BPS ADOPTION AND COMPLIANCE Among other benefits, these standards are capable of fueling job creation, increasing renewable energy share, and reducing costs. 01 Improving how a building uses energy can also help protect occupants against growing climate threats, such as heatwaves, storms, power outages, and air pollution. The occupants of durable, high-performing buildings are less affected by extreme temperatures and weather events due to the building's ability to maintain safe indoor temperatures and conditions for longer periods. Climate Change Resilience 02 Owners can improve a building's heating, cooling, and ventilation systems to use less energy, provide healthier air, increase comfort, and lower energy bills. Given that we spend approximately 90% of our lives indoors, providing high indoor air quality and sufficient ventilation is imperative for building systems design and operations. Additionally, building owners can reap significant returns on their investments in energy efficiency and renewable energy technologies over time as they decrease their energy use, avoid fines or penalties, and rely on cheaper energy sources. Opting into energy-saving operational strategies like peak load management, demand response programs, and weather- dependent operating can also significantly lower energy bills. Lower Bills, Better Air Quality Sustainability & Energy Management Simplified High-performing buildings also require less energy and water to maintain survivable conditions, which lowers demand and decreases the risk of utility outages during disasters due to excess strain on the grid.