How often should the EDGE Advanced certification be renewed?

According to the CBCI EDGE certification framework, EDGE Advanced certification, like EDGE Certified, does not require periodic renewal once it has been awarded. EDGE is a design and construction stage certification system that verifies compliance with energy, water, and materials efficiency targets at the time of certification. After successful design and site audits confirm that the committed measures have been implemented, the certificate is issued without an expiration date requiring routine renewal.

The system differs from operational performance rating tools that require re-certification based on ongoing performance data. EDGE focuses on the verified as-built performance compared to the baseline case at the time of project completion. Once the project achieves the required minimum 40 percent energy savings for EDGE Advanced, along with the standard 20 percent savings in water and materials, the certification remains valid without mandatory future audits.

Options suggesting renewal every two years or periodic cycles are not aligned with the EDGE framework. Therefore, renewal is not required for EDGE Advanced certification, making option B the correct answer.