For a whole building energy simulation approach, what should be identical for the base building...

Building orientation and process loads

Operating schedule and building orientation

Operating schedule and thermal blocks

Process loads and window area

B

Detailed Explanation:

In energy modeling for LEED compliance, the operating schedule and building orientation must remain identical between the baseline and proposed buildings to ensure a fair comparison. This method isolates the impacts of energy-efficient design and systems, rather than changes in usage patterns or orientation, on energy performance outcomes. LEED uses this approach to encourage improvements in building efficiency.