Ekotrope

Name: Ekotrope
Author: Ekotrope

by Ekotrope

Energy ratings made simple

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Highlights

67 Features 7 Integrations

Capabilities

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About This Product

RESNET-accredited HERS rating software for energy modeling, code compliance, and home energy analysis. The most widely used HERS rating tool in the US. Evaluates HVAC configuration impacts on HERS Index for energy code compliance and utility incentive qualification.

Capabilities

How this product is delivered and what's included out of the box.

Mobile app: Not available
Free trial: Yes
Free tier: No
Public API: Yes
Deployment: Cloud

FSH Score Breakdown

Ease of Use

6.0

Features

7.0

Support

5.0

Value

4.5

Integrations

8.0

AI Capabilities

1.5

Customer Reviews

Features

67 features confirmed across 12categories· Showing confirmed capabilities only

Compliance & Safety31features

Airflow CalculationsNatural ventilation calculationBuilding Code ComplianceCode Enforcement TrackingCompliance TrackingDetailed Appliance, Duct, Infiltration, And Ventilation Load ModelingDuct system efficiency calculations using heat and mass balance modelDOE Zero Energy Ready Home (ZERH) RatingDOE Zero Energy Ready Home (ZERH) program supportHVAC GradingHVAC grading calculationsMinimum Required Continuous Ventilation Rate CalculationRequired ventilation CFM calculation for HERS Rated homeHot Water Usage Calculation for Shared Recirculation SystemsHot water usage calculations for shared recirculation systems

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One-Click Application SubmissionOne-click checklist submission to RESNET Kibana databaseDecarbonization TrackingHeat Transfer And Solar Gain CalculationsWindow and skylight heat transfer and solar-gain calculationsLeak TestingPost-construction leakage grade calculationAudits And ComplianceCode compliance verificationDocumentation Capture for Permits and Proof of PurchaseFile storage for photos, plans, and documentation within the Energy ModelManual N Commercial Load CalculationCeiling/roof with eaves load calculationENERGY STAR QA Count TrackingIntegrated HERS QA Checklists in Energy ModelDesign Load CalculationIECC 2021 total UA calculation with window U-value altitude exceptionAutomated Compliance Tracking and Certificate MonitoringEnergy Modeling for Multifamily BuildingsEnergy Modeling for Single Family Buildings (1-4 Units)HERS Carbon Index RatingQA Review Checklists Accessible via Desktop, Tablet, or SmartphoneReal-Time CalculationsPermit Management1-click application submissionManual J CalculationsDuct load calculationDOE Energy SimulationDOE Zero Energy Ready Home (ZERH) ratingWater Heater Tank Loss CalculationShared water heater tank loss calculationsHERS Carbon IndexCO2e Index calculationHeating/Cooling Output CalculationHERS rating calculationCode ComplianceANSI 301-2022 compliance modelingDuct DesignDuct system efficiency modeling

Reporting & Analytics9features

Cost and Energy Impact QuantificationEnergy Efficiency AnalysisESG & Sustainability ReportingESG ReportingESG DashboardESG DashboardHome Performance ScoringHome Performance DashboardProfessional Report Generation and Email CapabilityAutomated report generation and deliveryWhat-If Scenario AnalysisScenario ModelingHistorical Data AccessHome Energy Score Generation

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Energy Rate AnalysisEnergy Analysis

Platform & Customization6features

Custom Templates1-click submissionsCross-Platform SupportAccess from any deviceReal-Time System-Wide Data SharingImmediate data access for all stakeholdersTeam CollaborationCloud-based collaborationDesign CollaborationReal-time collaborationBatch Updates for Multiple EntitiesBatch update of energy models from field inspection data

Estimating & Quoting5features

Duct System Efficiency Modeling with Heat and Mass BalanceDuct system efficiency modeling with heat and mass balanceDigital TakeoffTakeoff ManagementStreamlined take-offs to final submission workflowBuilding Modeling with Customizable Floor to Ceiling HeightsDuct Load Calculation for Heat and Mass Balance

Customer Communication3features

NotificationsAutomated QA email notificationsReal-Time Remote Support and CollaborationReal-time collaboration among energy professionalsClient PortalReal-time collaboration

Mobile & Field Tools3features

Customizable Forms and ContractsCustomizable inspection formsDigital Field Data Capture with Date, Time, and Username StampsField Inspections and Issue Tracking