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EnergyPlus - Version 3.1.0

Updated: April 13, 2008

OpenStudio - Version 1.0.3

Updated: April 13, 2009

Events

Building Simulation 2009
Glasgow, Scotland, UK

July 27 - 30, 2009

EnergyPlus Webinars and Workshops, check for dates and registration information

May - December 2009

IBPSA-USA Summer Meeting
Louisville, Kentucky, USA

June 20, 2009

Additional Resources

Comparison of Capabilities of 20 Building Simulation Programs (PDF 585 KB)
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Journal of Building Performance Simulation

International Building Performance Simulation Association

ASHRAE Technical Committee 4.7 Energy Calculations

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This directory provides information on 372 building software tools for evaluating energy efficiency, renewable energy, and sustainability in buildings. The energy tools listed in this directory include databases, spreadsheets, component and systems analyses, and whole-building energy performance simulation programs. A short description is provided for each tool along with other information including expertise required, users, audience, input, output, computer platforms, programming language, strengths, weaknesses, technical contact, and availability.

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Featured Software


EQUER
Performs yearly simulations of a building life cycle, in order to provide mechanical, energy and architectural engineers or architects...

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Babel Fish


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