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Expert insights on green building certification, sustainability, and energy efficiency.

EDGE Certification Levels and Comprehensive Guide

Everything you need to know about IFC EDGE Green Building Certification. 20% efficiency standard, EDGE Advanced, Zero Carbon levels and detailed process guide for investors.

EDGE Zero Carbon: The Complete Roadmap to Net Zero Buildings

Technical guide to achieving EDGE Zero Carbon. Fossil fuel restrictions, renewable energy procurement, offsets and the step-by-step process.

EDGE Application Technical Guide: Mastering Complex Modeling Scenarios

Expert tips for modeling complex projects in the EDGE App. Multi-building campuses, Data Center PUE calculations and Core & Shell details.

EDGE Expert and Auditor: Understanding the Roles, Workflow, and Audit Process

What is the difference between EDGE Expert and Auditor? Conflict of interest rules, audit workflow and responsibilities explained.

Existing Building vs. Retrofit in EDGE

How to certify existing buildings with EDGE? Retrofit status, material re-use advantage, modeling with uncertain data and the Zero Carbon journey.

EDGE Materials Calculation: Embodied Carbon and Sustainability

How does the Embodied Carbon approach work in EDGE v3? Alternatives for concrete and cement, envelope choices and using EPDs for custom materials.

Preparing for EDGE Audit: Critical Points for Site Visit

What to expect during the EDGE site audit? Water flow tests, energy and material verifications, remote audit conditions and the sampling method.