Rating Building Performance in Natural Disasters Our Vision: A world where we not only have a low impact on the environment, the environment has a low impact on us. We design quantitative, engineering-based rating systems that measure building performance in natural disasters. We certify and train design professionals to use the USRC building rating system. We empower building stakeholders to make resilient design decisions. We advocate for policies that promote consistent standards for and equitable access to disaster-resistant buildings. We partner with insurers, lenders and governments to incentivize owners who invest in resilient buildings.