Tools

The Social Cost-Benefit Analysis (SCBA) tool enables the evaluation of local energy policies by incorporating social, environmental, and health-related benefits. Its accessible and multidimensional approach supports fairer and more sustainable decision-making in the energy transition.

Designed to facilitate the energy analysis of buildings, eQUEST is a free software tool that uses the DOE-2 engine. Its graphical interface enables the simulation of energy efficiency measures from the earliest stages of architectural design.

Would you like to know how much energy your building will use before it’s even constructed? EnergyPlus can show you. This simulation tool lets you test ideas, refine designs and make informed decisions to save energy. It’s accurate, versatile and designed to help you create better buildings.

The Solar.Pro.Tool (SPT) is a browser-based application designed to support the planning and configuration of photovoltaic systems, offering automated layouts, structural data, and documentation for solar installations.

El Banco Europeo de Inversiones (BEI) presenta Green Checker, una herramienta digital que permite evaluar de forma preliminar si un proyecto cumple con los criterios de sostenibilidad requeridos para acceder a la financiación verde europea.

The Matchmaking Tool facilitates connections between energy communities and owners of public or private assets, fostering collaborations for local renewable energy initiatives. It forms part of the European LIFE LOOP municipal accreditation scheme.

Can building design improve public health? CoBE proves it can. This pioneering tool translates energy data into measurable health benefits, enabling the creation of healthier and more sustainable spaces. Discover how architecture can become a force for wellbeing.

Esta herramienta digital permite analizar la alineación de políticas nacionales de construcción con metas climáticas globales, evaluando marcos regulatorios, estrategias de mitigación y su integración en las Contribuciones Determinadas a Nivel Nacional (NDC).

Climate Ready Barcelona is a municipal initiative aimed at enhancing the city's resilience to climate and energy crises. It utilises digital tools, vulnerability mapping, and citizen advisory to promote energy justice and support evidence-based public policies for a more equitable urban future.

The European City Calculator functions as a strategic simulation tool, enabling local governments to assess the potential impact of various climate policies before implementation. This facilitates more efficient, data-driven urban planning aligned with long-term sustainability goals.