Which credit in schools is noted as not eligible for Exemplary Performance?

The credit that is noted as not eligible for Exemplary Performance in schools is the joint use of facilities. This credit focuses on the strategy of sharing facilities between multiple schools or the community to enhance resource efficiency and provide better accessibility. While it is a valuable approach for promoting community engagement and efficient use of resources, it does not have additional criteria or performance thresholds established for Exemplary Performance under the LEED framework.

In contrast, other options that relate to water use reduction typically allow for exemplary performance credits because they can be quantitatively assessed based on specific criteria, such as achieving a greater percentage of water reduction than the standard requirements. These credits encourage innovative approaches to reducing water consumption and managing resources wisely, making them eligible for elevated recognition under LEED guidelines.

Thus, the nature of the joint use of facilities credit, being more qualitative and focused on partnership rather than measurable performance improvements, is the reason it does not qualify for Exemplary Performance status.