New Service: EDGE One Stop
In a context where sustainability has become an essential priority, the EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies) certification stands out as a strategic tool for designing more responsible buildings. Developed by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), this certification focuses on three key pillars: reduced energy consumption, optimized water management, and the use of environmentally friendly materials.
However, achieving EDGE certification can be complex, requiring technical expertise and meticulous preparation. This is why GBCE has introduced its EDGE One Stop Service, a comprehensive solution that simplifies the process while maximizing your chances of success.
In this article, discover why EDGE is essential for your projects, how our turnkey service can meet your needs, and the sustainable benefits it brings to your real estate initiatives.
CONTEXT
What is EDGE Certification?
EDGE certification aims to make sustainable construction accessible, affordable, and efficient. Specifically designed for emerging markets, EDGE helps real estate developers create buildings that consume less energy, water, and materials with high embodied energy.
The Three Key Pillars of EDGE:
Energy Efficiency: Incorporate energy-saving systems, such as low-energy appliances and renewable energy sources, to reduce consumption.
Water Efficiency: Adopt innovative solutions, like low-flow fixtures and water recycling systems, to optimize resource use.
Materials with Low Embodied Energy: Choose materials that require less energy for production and transportation, minimizing the building’s overall environmental impact.
To achieve EDGE certification, a project must demonstrate at least 20% savings in each of these three areas compared to local building standards.
Why Choose EDGE?
EDGE is an accessible certification, particularly well-suited for residential, commercial, or industrial projects. Unlike other certification systems such as LEED or WELL, EDGE simplifies the process while delivering measurable results.
Benefits of an EDGE-Certified Building:
Reduced Operational Costs: Lower energy and water bills through optimized resource management.
Enhanced Marketability: EDGE-certified buildings meet the expectations of responsible investors and environmentally conscious tenants.
Easier Access to Green Financing: EDGE certification enables eligibility for green loans and other financial incentives tied to sustainability.
Contribution to Global Climate Goals: By reducing a building's carbon footprint, EDGE aligns seamlessly with international climate action initiatives.
EDGE Certification Levels
EDGE offers three levels of certification, each corresponding to increasing sustainability criteria:
EDGE Certified: Achieve at least 20% savings in energy, water, and embodied carbon.
EDGE Advanced: Achieve a minimum of 40% energy savings and at least 20% savings in water and embodied carbon.
EDGE Zero Carbon: Obtain EDGE Advanced certification and meet 100% of energy needs through renewable sources or carbon offsets.
EDGE certification is an ideal solution for developers aiming to meet growing sustainability demands while optimizing costs and increasing the value of their properties. With GBCE's EDGE One Stop Service, this process becomes even simpler, faster, and more efficient.
EDGE One Stop Service Overview
Service Description:
GBCE’s EDGE One Stop Service is an all-in-one solution designed to simplify the EDGE certification process for developers and property owners. By combining the roles of EDGE Experts and EDGE Auditors within a single team, we provide comprehensive support at every stage of the project—from initial assessment to final certification validation.
From the outset, we evaluate the project’s potential for EDGE certification, identifying actionable strategies to optimize energy efficiency, water usage, and material impact reduction. We also manage the preparation and verification of the required documentation, ensuring smooth coordination between all stakeholders for an efficient and seamless process.
With our integrated approach, we enable our clients to meet EDGE requirements while facilitating necessary adjustments in building design or operations to achieve their sustainability goals.
Benefits for Clients
With GBCE’s EDGE One Stop Service, our clients gain numerous advantages that go far beyond certification.
First and foremost, our streamlined approach saves time and eliminates the administrative complexities typically associated with the certification process. By consolidating all steps within a single team, we minimize delays and ensure optimal coordination throughout the project.
In addition, we provide tailored strategies designed to meet the specific needs of each project. This enables our clients to maximize savings in energy, water, and materials while ensuring their building complies with international sustainability standards.
Finally, achieving EDGE certification enhances the marketability and value of our clients’ projects. EDGE-certified buildings attract more investors and often qualify for easier access to green financing and tax incentives.
With EDGE One Stop Service, GBCE delivers more than just certification—we empower our clients to transform their projects into sustainable, profitable, and climate-aligned benchmarks for the future.
Conclusion
At GBCE, we bring our expertise in sustainable certifications—LEED, WELL, and now EDGE—to your real estate projects. With our integrated approach and EDGE One Stop Service, we simplify every step of the certification process while optimizing your project’s energy, water, and material efficiencies.
This service goes beyond meeting certification requirements: it enhances your project’s market value, reduces operational costs, and allows you to actively contribute to global sustainability goals. By centralizing all administrative and technical tasks, we provide tailored support that combines environmental performance with economic profitability.
Turn your ambitions into tangible actions. Contact our team today to discover how the EDGE One Stop Service can transform your real estate projects into benchmarks of sustainability.
Written by Mehdi BELAHOUCINE
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