IES Virtual Environment 2025 | Integrated Building Performance Modeling & Analysis Software
IES Virtual Environment 2025 is a comprehensive software suite for the simulation, analysis, and optimization of building performance. It enables architects, engineers, and sustainability consultants to model energy consumption, carbon emissions, daylighting, thermal comfort, and HVAC systems in an integrated digital environment.
Core Functionality Overview:
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Whole-Building Energy & Carbon Simulation: Performs dynamic thermal simulation (using ApacheSim) to model energy flows, predict operational energy use, and calculate associated carbon emissions for compliance with standards like LEED, BREEAM, and ASHRAE 90.1.
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Integrated Daylighting & Thermal Comfort Analysis: Features Radiance-based daylight simulation and advanced comfort metrics (PMV, PPD) to evaluate visual and thermal conditions for occupant well-being and productivity.
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HVAC System Design & Renewable Energy Analysis: Provides tools for designing and sizing HVAC systems, modeling natural ventilation, and analyzing the integration and performance of renewable energy technologies (PV, solar thermal).
