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Jul 30th 2026
Does Your HVAC Design Workflow Stack Up for Modern Demands? Take Our Free Interactive Assessment

Today's projects require more than accurate peak load calculations. Mechanical Engineers are expected to support compliance requirements, demonstrate design decisions,...

Jul 22nd 2026
IESVE Learning Academy

IES is delighted to announce our online IESVE Learning Academy will be returning this September. The Learning Academy is comprised of six 90-minute sessions across two weeks, with...

Jun 25th 2026
The price of staying cool: how mass air conditioning is storing up bigger problems for UK buildings

UK buildings are failing in the heat, and the instinct to fix that with air conditioning will only make things worse.Much of the UK’s existing building stock was designed for a...

Mar 16th 2026
Beyond Peak Loads: Integrating Energy Simulation into HVAC Load and Sizing Workflows

As energy codes tighten and performance expectations rise, the consequences of getting HVAC loads and sizing wrong have become more significant. Mechanical engineers are...

Mar 3rd 2026
Introducing IESVE 2025 Feature Pack 2: Delivering Climate-Resilient, Future-Ready Buildings

We're excited to release IESVE 2025 Feature Pack 2, our latest update designed to empower engineers and sustainability consultants across the globe to deliver...

Feb 18th 2026
The Fundamental IESVE HVAC Design Workflow: New Guide Launched Today!

Designing HVAC systems that balance innovation, efficiency, and precision can be challenging, especially when improper sizing risks can compromise performance, cost, and...

Dec 15th 2025
IESVE Australasia Summer School: Frequently Asked Questions

This summer, IES ran a series of lecture-style sessions covering key analyses that can be undertaken using IESVE. With over 200 questions submitted across the six sessions,...

Nov 11th 2025
IES Launches New Guide: Using IESVE to Achieve Compliance Across Asia

Today, we’re delighted to announce the launch of our brand new guide, highlighting our well-structured workflow for using IES' Virtual Environment (IESVE) software to...

Nov 5th 2025
IESVE Enabled CBRE to Target LEED V4 for High Performance R&D Facility

The IES Virtual Environment (IESVE) enabled CBRE to accurately model complex HVAC and hot water systems, streamline LEED documentation, and demonstrate exceptional energy...

Oct 1st 2025
Mastering Heating & Cooling Loads Calculations With IESVE

Join us for an in-depth session on how to harness IESVE for accurate and efficient heating and cooling load assessments. This webinar will guide you through multiple...

Jul 30th 2025
ApacheHVAC Basics - Multiplexes and Layer Control

The ApacheHVAC application in the VE allows users to simulate detailed function of custom HVAC systems as well perform sizing calculations of central plant and terminal...

Jun 26th 2025
ApacheHVAC Basics - HVAC Systems Wizard

The ApacheHVAC application in the VE allows users to simulate detailed function of custom HVAC systems as well perform sizing calculations of central plant and terminal...

Jun 17th 2025
IESVE Introduces Templok® Ceilings for Passive Thermal Management with PCM

As building designers aim for net-zero, passive thermal management strategies have become crucial. Incorporating thermal mass allows buildings to comfortably coast through highs...

Jun 12th 2025
HGA Uncover 54% Carbon Emissions Savings for MetroHealth's Glick Center with IESVE

HGA used IESVE in this award winning project to help MetroHealth’s Glick Center achieve LEED Silver certification, identifying $434,500 in energy cost savings, 54% carbon...

May 27th 2025
ApacheHVAC Basics - An Introduction to ApacheHVAC

The ApacheHVAC application in the VE allows users to simulate detailed function of custom HVAC systems as well perform sizing calculations of central plant and terminal...

Apr 28th 2025
The IESVE HVAC Wizard: A Streamlined and Accurate Approach to System Sizing & Design

The HVAC Wizard in IESVE guides engineers through the HVAC system sizing & design process with an intuitive four-step workflow. The goal is to model, size, and analyze HVAC...