Virtual Environment

Improve the performance of any building

Integrated Software for Whole-Building Performance Simulation

Used by building design experts around the globe, the IESVE software is a suite of integrated analysis and sustainable building design tools for the optimization of buildings. The IESVE platform leverages the world-leading simulation engine (APACHE) to allow cross-team collaboration between architects, engineers and contractors, from Schematic Design to Post-Occupancy.

IESVE Software

A world-leading simulation engine at your fingertips

For whole-building performance insights you can trust, look no further. Tried and tested over three decades, our unrivalled APACHE simulation engine sits at the heart of the IESVE software to provide accurate analysis across a range of performance metrics and decarbonisation options. Encapsulating the intelligence of building physics to truly understand how your buildings will perform, now and in the future.

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IESVE Software Packs

IESVE building simulation software is available in two packs: Professional and Expert. Which pack is right for you? Browse the applications included in each pack below to find the perfect fit for your needs.

Americas VE Packs
Professional
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Expert
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Features
Includes all analysis features for Solar, Daylight, Heating/Cooling Loads, HVAC, Code-Compliance, Airflow, and whole-building Decarbonization Modeling.
All Applications & Navigators in IESVE Software
All Applications & Navigators in IESVE Software
Number of Unique Users (not sharing a license)
Standalone licenses may not be shared by more than one unique user; it may not be hosted on a shared remote-desktop machine and must be assigned to a specific person.
1
1
License Transfer to others
License may only be transferred for the instance of a staffing change.
Non-transferrable Non-transferrable
Number of Seats 1 5
Open more than 1 model concurrently No Yes
Speed Enhancements
Muliti-Core Simulation access to Logical Processors
4 Logical Processors per Seat
(Maximum = 4)
4 Logical Processors per Seat
(Maximum = 20)
Speed Enhancements
  • 365 Days/Year with 24 Hours/day (8,760 hours)
  • 365 Days/Year with 24 Hours/day (8,760 hours)
  • 1 Week/Month
  • 1 Week/Season
IES Recommendation:
  • Intermittent User
  • Small-medium project sizes
  • Power User
  • Medium-larger project sizes
IESVE Distance Learning Course Included Included
Technical Support : Phone & Email Included Included
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VE for Students & Educators

IES offer a range of discounted software and training packages to educational institutions that use our software in their teaching. Students can also buy a student version of the VE for just $70!

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RESOURCES

VE Resources

Introduction to IESVE

New to the VE and need help learning the basics? Our free on-demand course introduces IESVE and some of its key features.

Technical Information

Take a technical tour and get FAQ answers in the Knowledge Base. 

On-Demand Learning

Discover our range of free on-demand courses designed to enhance your knowledge and application of our software

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