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IES Virtual Environment (VE)

The Global Standard in Performance Analysis for the Built Environment.

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Overview

IES Virtual Environment (VE) is a comprehensive software platform for designing and operating sustainable buildings. It allows users to model and analyze all aspects of building performance, including energy consumption, carbon emissions, daylighting, and occupant comfort, from a single integrated model.

✨ Key Features

  • Integrated building performance modeling
  • Energy and carbon analysis
  • Daylighting and lighting analysis
  • HVAC system design and simulation
  • Renewable energy systems modeling
  • Compliance with building regulations and standards (e.g., LEED, BREEAM)
  • CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) analysis

🎯 Key Differentiators

  • Fully integrated suite of analysis tools
  • Depth and breadth of simulation capabilities
  • Strong reputation for accuracy and reliability

Unique Value: Provides a single, integrated platform for comprehensive and detailed analysis of all aspects of building performance, enabling the design of truly sustainable buildings.

🎯 Use Cases (4)

Designing high-performance, net-zero energy buildings Demonstrating compliance with building energy codes and green building standards Optimizing HVAC system design for efficiency and comfort Analyzing natural ventilation and passive design strategies

✅ Best For

  • Detailed, physics-based building performance simulation for engineers and energy modelers.

💡 Check With Vendor

Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:

  • Architects looking for a very simple, early-stage design analysis tool.

🏆 Alternatives

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Offers a more integrated and comprehensive set of analysis tools within a single platform compared to using multiple, separate software for different types of analysis.

💻 Platforms

Desktop

✅ Offline Mode Available

🔌 Integrations

Autodesk Revit SketchUp

🛟 Support Options

  • ✓ Email Support
  • ✓ Phone Support
  • ✓ Dedicated Support (Varies by plan tier)

🔒 Compliance & Security

✓ GDPR

💰 Pricing

Contact for pricing

✓ 14-day free trial

Free tier: N/A

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