Which IAQ Credit focuses on low-emitting materials?

The focus on low-emitting materials is central to the Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Credit specifically designated for Low-Emitting Materials. This credit aims to reduce indoor air pollution and create healthier indoor environments by minimizing the presence of harmful chemicals often found in building materials and furnishings.

Low-emitting materials include items such as paints, flooring, adhesives, and composite wood products that release fewer volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and other pollutants into the air. By selecting products that meet stringent emissions criteria, projects can significantly improve the air quality within the building, which in turn can benefit the health and well-being of occupants.

The other options, while related to aspects of indoor air quality management, do not specifically target the use of low-emitting materials as their primary focus. Enhanced Indoor Air Quality Strategies involves broader measures for improving overall air quality, and Construction Indoor Air Quality Management Plan addresses the management of air quality during the construction process rather than the characteristics of materials being used. Sustainable Sites, while important for overall project sustainability, does not directly relate to materials and their emissions. Thus, the option emphasizing low-emitting materials is the most appropriate selection for this question.