This paper explores how Building Performance Standards (BPS) can enhance both climate resilience and equity in existing buildings. It provides a framework for assessing BPS and offers recommendations for policymakers seeking to create more sustainable and inclusive communities.

BPS can play a crucial role in addressing the urgent need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and the growing challenges posed by climate change. By incorporating resilience-enhancing measures, BPS can help existing buildings withstand extreme weather events, reduce energy consumption, and support grid stability. Additionally, the paper emphasizes the importance of equity in BPS, ensuring that the benefits of these standards are distributed fairly and that marginalized communities are not disproportionately burdened.

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