This credit category is underweighted from an operations perspective. More attention should be focused on adopting circular economy principles over simple waste disposal strategies. The shift to a circular economy requires rethinking, retraining, reframing, and re-educating. The three main principles of the circular economy are: 1) eliminate waste and pollution; 2) circulate products and materials at their highest value; and 3) regenerate nature. The Embodied Carbon of Interior Materials During Renovation points fail to recognize the substantial embodied carbon associated with all materials/consumables used in day-to-day operations. This category needs more incentives to address carbon and waste incurred in daily operations. The 9 points allocated to this credit category should be increased to 20. The credits should be reevaluated to incorporate more recognition for materials and supply chain management in operations in addition to waste disposal.