The EDGE Expert training program equips professionals with the knowledge and skills to promote green building practices through the EDGE certification system. Participants learn about sustainable design principles and gain certification to guide projects towards greater efficiency.
 Training onMay 17th & 18th, 2024 |
 Time6 PM to 10 PM (IST) |
 LanguageEnglish |
 TrainingMaterial Access |
About EDGE
An innovation of IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, EDGE is a green building certification system focused on making buildings more resource-efficient. It enables developers and builders to quickly identify the most cost-effective ways to reduce energy use, water use, and embodied energy in materials. EDGE empowers emerging markets to scale up resource-efficient buildings in a fast, easy, and affordable way. Learn more here.
Learn about EDGE in 5 Modules
Course Orientation & Overview
Defining Green Design
The EDGE Program
EDGE Methodology & Software
Resources
Workshop 1 - EDGE Software Practical Exercise EDGE Software Practical Exercise Debrief EDGE Certification: Roles & Process How to become an EDGE Expert EDGE Green Measures Workshop 2 - Practical Example Uploading and Registering for Certification
Selling EDGE in the Market
EDGE Exam Resources and Tips
Conclusion
This workshop is for Professionals who want to:
Hands on Experience on EDGE App
Understand the EDGE Standard
Master the EDGE Certification Process
How our courses helped 1000's of Sustainability Professionals
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Training Takeaways
Live Sessions by the EDGE Faculty
Hands on Experience on EDGE APP
Comprehensive Study Material
Become D2O Learning Community Member
Mock Questions
EDGE Exam Eligibility ID
Certificate of Attendance
Support after the training
Get the support of a Community to help you prepare for the EDGE Exam.
Meet Your Mentor
ANUJ GUPTA
EDGE FACULTY | EDGE AUDITOR | EDGE EXPERT
Anuj holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from the prestigious B.K. Birla Institute of Engineering & Technology, Pilani. He has done a Management Development Programme from the Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow. He is a Co-Founder at D2O Learning. Also, he is an EDGE Expert, EDGE Auditor, EDGE Faculty, LEED AP® BD+C, ECBC Expert, IGBC AP, and GreenCo Facilitator.
He is a diligent member of technical societies like ASHRAE, ISHRAE, FSAI, and ISLE. Currently, he is a Chair of ASHRAE Communications Committee and Chair of Youth@ISHRAE Committee.
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FAQs
What is an EDGE Expert?
An EDGE Expert credential holder is a professional that helps a developer, owner, and larger project team understand the EDGE standard, EDGE App and certification system. The scope of the EDGE Expert’s work includes advice on green design and assistance with preparation of an application for EDGE certification.
How do I earn my EDGE Expert credential?
LEED APs are prequalified. If you are not a LEED AP, you must have a higher education qualification in a construction industry related field OR three (3) years of experience working in the construction industry (as a skilled professional or tradesperson) and a higher education qualification (not necessarily in a construction industry related field).
Professionals that meet the eligibility requirements must complete this workshop and successfully pass the EDGE
Exam in order to earn their EDGE Expert credential.
What are the benefits of having an EDGE Expert credential?
As an EDGE Expert, you will be seen by developers and owners as a trusted resource and advisor on EDGE certification. You can market your understanding of the EDGE App to potential developers, which will inspire confidence that their project can achieve certification with your knowledge, insights and support. The workshop will allow you to develop new skills to stay competitive in the market, enabling you to expand your business and services and attract new customers. As an EDGE Expert, you will also influence best practices in bio-climatic design and make a positive impact by helping to create more resource-efficient buildings.
What is the EDGE Exam? Where can I take it? How much is it?
The EDGE Exam is administered by Prometric (a third-party testing center) and currently costs $100 USD. A complete list of test center locations may be found at http://www.prometric.com/edge. You may also take the EDGE Exam from the comfort of your home or office as long as your workspace and computer meet Prometric’s requirements. The EDGE Exam is administered via computer and consists of 75 multiple-choice questions that must be completed within a 2.5 hour time limit. All exams are closed-book. The exam is currently available in English, Chinese, Spanish, Portuguese, French, Vietnamese, and Indonesian Bahasa.
Please contact edgeexam@ifc.org with any additional questions about the EDGE Exam.
