Module 3 - EDGE V3 Workshop

The total energy used in the building's construction, calculated based on materials and building dimensions.

The projected monthly cost for the building's energy and water use.

The predicted annual savings in energy consumption compared to a baseline building.

The predicted annual savings in water consumption compared to a baseline building.

The predicted annual reduction in CO2 emissions due to the building's improved efficiency.

The predicted reduction in embodied energy due to the building's efficient design and material choices.

The estimated cost to build the building, including materials and labor.

The additional cost of implementing energy-efficiency measures compared to a baseline building.

In EDGE, a "required" measure doesn't automatically mean it must be implemented. It's a guideline that's applicable if the project has the relevant feature. For example, if a project uses air-conditioners, this measure becomes active. But if a project doesn't have air-conditioning, the measure doesn't need to be considered.

EDGE calculates a weighted average for performance metrics if different components within a project have varying levels of performance. This ensures a realistic assessment of the project's overall efficiency.

The Results Bar in the EDGE App displays key performance indicators (KPIs) that summarize the project's performance based on user input. It gives a snapshot of characteristics like building area, energy use, and CO2 emissions.

EDGE uses assumptions about building usage patterns to calculate the project's predicted water and energy usage. These predictions may differ from real-world results, as actual occupancy habits can fluctuate.

EDGE automatically calculates the project's energy consumption in kilowatt-hours per month based on the design details and efficiency measures selected.

Final water use in EDGE is calculated automatically, taking into account the project's design and any water-saving features selected. It's expressed in cubic meters per month.

EDGE calculates the project's CO2 emissions based on the energy consumption and the CO2 emission factor for the electricity generation source. You can adjust this factor with evidence from a reliable source.

EDGE provides a default value for CO2 emissions for a specific country. You can override this value with evidence from reputable sources like an international organization or a government-approved study.

The total internal floor area of a project, including indoor parking. It's calculated by summing the GIA of all associated subprojects.

A field used to record the number of buildings certified by EDGE within a project.

This field helps visualize the project during the quotation and certification process and clarifies if the project will be certified.

This field clarifies if project information is to be shared with potential investors or banks for potential funding.

This field provides details about the project's physical makeup, including factors like the number of buildings and their certification status.

A button used to trigger an EDGE certification quotation request after a project has been saved.

This link appears once a project is saved and enables accessing a list of individual subprojects connected to the main project.

This button allows downloading all project documents, including those for individual measures, in a single set.

The year the building project was completed and received its occupancy permit.

The gross internal area of the building, measured from the inside of the external walls.

The average number of people typically residing in each dwelling unit. If unknown, use the number of bedrooms plus one.

These capture the physical features of a building like its total area, number of floors, and floor height.

This optional section gathers information about a building's energy performance and water usage.

This optional section applies to existing buildings. It tracks the building's energy and water usage.

The total internal area of the building before any multiplier is applied.

This value represents the gross internal area of the subproject being modeled, measured from the inside of the external walls.

Balconies, colonnades, rooftop terraces, external galleries, and loggias are all considered "Balcony areas" and are included in the GIA.

Internal parking within the building's floor plan is included in the GIA, but its area must also be stated separately.

Landscaped areas (gardens, patios), outdoor parking, and inaccessible green roofs are NOT included in the GIA.

The GIA must match the value entered under 'Building Data' for a valid file.

EDGE assigns a default space area based on building type and subtype, which can be overwritten by users.

Detailed space conditions and loads for each space can be defined through the 'Detailed Loads Input' option.

Building dimensions inform the EDGE App about the shape and volume of the building being modeled.

This refers to the portion of the building's exterior walls that are exposed to the outside air. This helps determine how much heat is exchanged between the building and its surroundings.

This refers to the process of calculating the energy required to heat and cool a building. Users can choose between simplified inputs or detailed inputs, which provide varying levels of control over the calculations.

This feature allows users to specify the actual fuel used for heating, cooling, and other building operations. This helps improve the accuracy of the financial predictions made by the app.

The default climate data used by EDGE is based on the average weather conditions of the city. Users can update this information to reflect the specific microclimate of their project location, improving the accuracy of the results.

EDGE assigns an octagonal shape to buildings by default, with equal wall lengths on all sides. Users need to input the actual lengths of each wall to represent their project accurately.

EDGE allows users to customize the level of detail in their HVAC system inputs. Users can choose between "Simplified Inputs" for automatic assumptions or "Detailed Inputs" for manual specification of the heating and cooling periods by month.

If a building is predicted to require an AC or space heating system even though it's not selected by the user, EDGE calculates a "virtual energy" load to account for this potential requirement.

EDGE uses data from the city's meteorological data to estimate the building's energy performance. This information can be adjusted by users to reflect the specific climate conditions of their project site.