Best practices for ensuring that minimum program requirements (MPRs) for LEED certification are

met involve confirming these requirements early in the project lifecycle. Specifically, this

confirmation should occur during the discovery phase, which is the initial stage of a project. The

discovery phase involves beginning initial research and analysis, and when sufficient information has

been gathered, a goal-setting workshop is held to discuss findings. Part of these findings should

include checking that the project complies with the MPRs for the applicable LEED rating system.

Confirming MPRs during this early phase helps in setting a clear direction for the project and ensures

that all subsequent work is aligned with LEED's fundamental requirements, facilitating a smoother

certification process.

Reference: Excerpt from the document outlining the process and importance of checking minimum

program requirements as part of the project's initial stages, specifically during the discovery phase .