The Earth Advantage^® Homes certification program is a third-party certification program for builders that helps them create energy-efficient, healthy and resource-wise homes that add value for the homebuyer. The Earth Advantage Homes standard requires projects to achieve a minimum number of points on a scoring sheet covering five categories over the course of two verification visits, including energy efficiency, healthy indoor air quality, resource efficiency, environmental responsibility, and water conservation. Depending on the number of points earned, the projects may qualify for different levels of certification: Earth Advantage Silver, Gold, or Platinum.