What is necessary for a building to achieve the Pearl Operational Rating?

To achieve the Pearl Operational Rating in Estidama, it is essential that a building is assessed after it has been occupied for a minimum amount of time. This requirement is crucial because the Pearl Operational Rating evaluates the building's actual performance in terms of sustainability and operational efficiency. By assessing the building post-occupancy, the evaluation can effectively measure how the building's design and systems perform under real-life conditions, including their energy and water usage, the comfort of occupants, and overall environmental impact.

Occupancy duration is significant because it enables the collection of reliable data on the building's operational performance, which is necessary for a comprehensive evaluation. This approach ensures that the rating reflects the true effectiveness of the sustainable features integrated into the building during its design and construction phases. Therefore, the focus on a minimum occupancy period is central to the operational assessment process in achieving the Pearl Operational Rating.