EDGE Certification Requirements
Understanding EDGE green building certification and the specific role of shading systems in meeting energy savings targets, including EDGE software input requirements and documentation.
Module Overview
EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies) is an increasingly popular green building certification in South Africa, particularly for residential developments. This module covers the specific requirements of EDGE certification as they relate to shading systems, including software input parameters, documentation requirements, and the energy savings methodology. You will learn to specify shading solutions that contribute effectively to EDGE certification targets.
Learning Outcomes
- Identify EDGE certification requirements relevant to shading specification Analyse EDGE software parameters for shading system inputs Apply EDGE documentation standards to shading performance evidence Evaluate the energy savings contribution of shading within the EDGE framework Specify shading solutions optimised for EDGE certification achievement
What's Included
- EDGE Certification Guide for Shading Software Input Parameters Reference Energy Savings Calculation Methods Case Study: EDGE Certified Residential Development Video: Using the EDGE Software for Shading Analysis Documentation Checklist
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