The U.S. Department of Energy provides various tools for simulating zero energy homes, including the Zero Energy Ready Home program and the Building Energy Optimization (BEopt) software.
eQUEST is a comprehensive building energy simulation tool that allows users to model and analyze zero energy homes, including HVAC systems, lighting, and renewable energy systems.
This article reviews various simulation tools for designing and optimizing zero energy buildings, including EnergyPlus, eQUEST, and TRNSYS, highlighting their strengths and limitations.
Energy3D is a free, open-source software for designing and simulating zero energy homes, allowing users to model building geometry, HVAC systems, and renewable energy systems in a user-friendly interface.
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) provides guidance on designing and building zero energy homes, including simulation tools and case studies of successful projects.
OpenStudio is an open-source building energy simulation software that allows users to model and analyze zero energy homes, including energy efficiency measures and renewable energy systems.
This video tutorial demonstrates how to use EnergyPlus to simulate zero energy homes, including setting up the building model, specifying HVAC systems, and analyzing energy performance.
This online course, offered by the University of Colorado Boulder, covers the principles of zero energy home design and simulation, including the use of software tools like EnergyPlus and eQUEST.