[BLDG-SIM] OPEN SOURCE PROGRAMS and BEST INTERFACES for ENERGYPLUS

[Charlie Weber]

Hello all...
I am working on a technology grant for the Ecosa Institute, a budding ecological design school in Prescott, AZ, attracting student from all design disciplines.  Our practice-based educational model engages students in real projects with real clients.  The projects range from single-family homes to large institutional buildings.  Keeping up with the latest technology is a challenging task for our non-profit and I am exploring the most effective ways to do so.  I am looking into applying for a technology grant to fund products that will support the use of open source programs for graphic design, architectural drafting, site/building systems/energy modeling, etc.  If anyone knows the availability of such programs, favorites, suggestions, please let me know.  I am currently exploring EnergyPlus and its interface possibilities.  Thank you.
  
Charlie Weber
Design Associate

Ecosa Institute
www.ecosainstitute.org
212 B S. Marina St. - Prescott, AZ 86303

928-541-1002    tel
928-776-8086    fax
502-500-6296    cell


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