Energy Analysis Tools

Energy modeling makes exploring and establishing more energy-efficient alternatives easier during the planning stage of a new building. Using the right software tools during this stage is essential for identifying and assessing the technical, economic, and environmental aspects of electricity, gas, and end-use services, as well as their associated impacts.

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Architects at a drafting board sketching a building

How an energy modeling tool is helping teach students about building performance.

September 14, 2022

Slipstream introduces Sketchbox: Your trusted energy modeling tool

Sketchbox™ is a web-based energy modeling tool that takes the guesswork out of energy performance and helps users find the right solutions faster.
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April 26, 2022

Lighting and HVAC Integrated Controls Savings Estimator

Describe the characteristics of your commercial building to estimate the potential savings you can achieve with integrated controls. 
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December 17, 2019

A simple timer reduced energy consumption in a military facility by 34,000 kWh annually


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January 1, 2019

Back-of-the-Envelope calculator

Slipstream's Back-of-the-Envelope calculator is a learning tool that allows anyone to interact with a building as an energy system.
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January 1, 2019

EUI Analyzer

This tool compiles publicly available data on actual building performance alongside industry references. It supports EUI goal-setting for projects that integrate an energy performance target.
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January 1, 2019

HyGCHP Modeling Tool

Reduce the cost of implementing geothermal heat pump systems on your building projects by going hybrid. A hybrid geothermal heat pump system can lower your costs by reducing the peak capacity of your ground loop and allowing you to install a smaller, less expensive ground heat exchanger. HyGCHP is a software module that can help you analyze this option!
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January 1, 2019

Climate data toolkit

We provide a set of future climate files for use within your energy modeling tools. Data is available for sixteen locations representing the major North American climate zones.
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