Those buildings that use resources efficiently have a clearly positive impact both on the profits of the real estate business and on the economy of their tenants. And if they decide to obtain sustainable certification, all the more reason the benefits are guaranteed, since the requirements are to have at least 20% savings in energy, water and accumulated energy of the materials.
The software EDGE helps us to visualize how some energy and water saving strategies achieve some improvement in building performance. In this article, we will talk about the category of materials and strategies to be implemented. It is important to mention that EDGE quantifies the amount of accumulated energy that comes in materials from their extraction, manufacture, manufacture, transport and installation in construction. This amount of energy is shown as Megajules per square meter.
Such strategies may incur little or no extra costs. It is also important to highlight the impact of these cost overruns at a quantitative level. If a consultancy is carried out at the design stage, it is very likely that the project will comply with EDGE with 0% of cost overruns up to a maximum of 1%.
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EDGE certification is one of the fastest and most effective ways to create efficient buildings, reduce energy, water, and material consumption, and increase property resale value. Developed by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), part of the World Bank Group, EDGE helps real estate projects lower their environmental impact, reduce operating costs, and support decarbonization efforts. With a streamlined and measurable process, EDGE has become a strategic certification for developers and investors seeking sustainability, profitability, and market differentiation.
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