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As 2024 comes to a close, here’s a quick look at our Top 10 Posts that sparked the most engagement and inspired sustainable urban planning: 1️⃣ Green Lungs: Urban Parks – How parks act as “green lungs,” lowering CO2 and creating healthier cities with ENVI-met simulations. 2️⃣ ENVI-met V5.7 Release – Smarter tools and workflows to transform urban microclimate simulations. 3️⃣ Traffic Tool – Visualizing emissions and optimizing urban air quality with data-driven solutions. 4️⃣ Facade Temperature Optimization – Reducing felt temperatures by up to 20°C with smart design. 5️⃣ One Click LCA Acquisition – Merging ENVI-met’s expertise with world-leading sustainability tools. 6️⃣ Facade Greening – Cooling cities with greener walls and sustainable urban planning. 7️⃣ Digital Twins – Revolutionizing urban development with integrated 2D/3D geospatial analysis. 8️⃣ Python Plugin – Automating urban climate analysis with Python’s endless possibilities. 9️⃣ Solar Panels – Maximizing efficiency with precise solar access analysis. 🔟 Hot Spots Analysis – Fixing stagnant air pockets for more comfortable outdoor spaces. Thank you for your engagement this year – your support drives our mission to create sustainable, livable cities! #UrbanClimate #Sustainability #ENVImet #SmartCities

Big news: The new #ENVI-met plugin for #Rhino is here! Environmental analysis is now easily integrated into your design process - no hassle, no extra tools, no wasted time. What’s in it for you? • Quickly convert your #Rhino #models into ENVI-met-compatible designs while maintaining all the details. • Use #Grasshopper to set up and explore environmental simulations with various scenarios - all within one platform. • View results directly within #Rhino and make instant, informed design adjustments. Whether you're an experienced ENVI-met user or new to environmental analysis in Rhino, our step-by-step tutorials have you covered. Start here: https://lnkd.in/ejbJnJww #EnvironmentalAnalysis #BIM #Revit #Grasshopper #Rhino

Wind flows are not random, they are shaped by mountains, valleys, and urban structures, impacting everything from heat dispersion to air quality. Understanding these invisible forces is critical for better planning and design. Did you know open terrains experience stronger winds, which help disperse heat, while sheltered spots behind hills or buildings trap warmth and pollutants, creating air quality challenges? These patterns shape microclimates, affecting the comfort and health of the spaces you build or design. With ENVI-met’s 3D modeling technology, these complex wind dynamics become visible and actionable. Our real-time simulations reveal how wind flows around terrain and structures, giving you the insights needed to design smarter, healthier environments. The urgency? Wind patterns directly influence sustainability, livability, and compliance with environmental standards. Don’t leave your planning to guesswork. Explore now with ENVI-met how wind is shaping your projects - before it shapes your outcomes: https://lnkd.in/eJnsEUKK #ENVI_met #UrbanPlanning #Sustainability #EnvironmentalScience #DesignInnovation

Want to create more accurate urban heat simulations? The secret lies in your building walls! Here's what our latest Quick-Tip reveals: - Discover how to build precise wall assemblies using DB Manager - from insulation layers to thermal properties - Learn why material choices can make or break your microclimate predictions - See real examples of how custom walls improve temperature and energy modeling accuracy Key Takeaway: Better wall modeling = better climate adaptation strategies. It's that simple. Ready to level up your urban climate modeling? Watch our Quick-Tip now! https://lnkd.in/e9gD9zp8 #UrbanPlanning #ClimateModeling #UrbanDesign #Sustainability #BuildingScience

Want to design cities that truly work for the people who live in them? See urban design through the eyes of a mother: - Are the sidewalks shaded and inviting? - Is the air clean and safe to breathe? - Are the streets livable, even during extreme heat? Urban design isn’t just about infrastructure - it’s about creating spaces where people want to live, work, and invest in the future. At ENVI-met, we empower planners and developers with precise simulation software to build healthier, more comfortable cities. Model how shade, airflow, and heat shape your designs and make choices that attract families, enhance livability, and create neighborhoods where people want to live. The cities of tomorrow start with the choices you make today. Ready to build smarter, better spaces? Learn how ENVI-met transforms your urban design: https://lnkd.in/eCX-Unxx

How much can a pavement color change the feel of a city? A lot more than you might think. In Madrid’s Plaza Mayor, switching from black to white granite drops felt temperatures by 4.3°C. That’s the difference between a thriving plaza full of life and an unbearable heat trap. Urban heat is one of the biggest challenges we face today. But the solution isn’t just about cooling systems or planting trees - it’s also about smart design. The materials we choose shape how we experience our cities. Our new video shows how ENVI-met’s simulations reveal the impact of surface materials on microclimates. From surface temperatures to radiation levels, every detail matters. You’ll also see how innovative materials like super-reflective surfaces can transform urban spaces. Smart cities need smart tools. ENVI-met gives you the insights to design better, cooler, and more livable places. Watch now and see what’s possible. #UrbanDesign #ClimateAdaptation #ENVI_met #SustainableCities

Ever wondered how the materials and trees we choose can make a city feel 10 degrees cooler? London's studio 4215 is doing just that, and we're excited to share their story. Using #envimet's environmental modeling, they're helping architects and designers make smarter choices about outdoor spaces. Their Palette Studies show exactly how different design elements affect the way we experience outdoor spaces. As Byron Mardas from Studio 4215 puts it: "Our early-stage methodology empowers design teams to shape outdoor comfort by comparing material and landscape impacts, ensuring climate-aware choices from the start." Here's what makes their approach special: - Strategic tree placement for optimal microclimate creation - Water feature integration for enhanced cooling effects - Material selection based on performance under extreme conditions Want to see the full study? Check out below how their findings could transform your next project. Ready to make your designs more climate-smart? Book a demo with us and let's explore how data can reshape your approach to outdoor comfort: https://lnkd.in/eCX-Unxx

When winter's chill sets in, ensuring human thermal comfort in urban environments becomes a unique challenge. ENVI-met's cutting-edge Dynamic Thermal Comfort (DTC) module provides the tools urban planners, architects, and designers need to address this issue effectively. By simulating how people experience temperature shifts between indoor and outdoor spaces, the DTC module offers deep insights. Indoors, heating systems and insulation keep us cozy, but stepping into the cold brings a rapid loss of warmth due to low temperatures, wind, and more. Our technology analyzes how long warmth is retained after leaving a heated space, considering key factors like: - Clothing and physical characteristics (body weight, age, sex) - Environmental conditions (air temperature, wind speed, sunlight) - Urban features (wind tunnels, shaded streets) where outdoor discomfort peaks This powerful analysis empowers urban planners to design winter-friendly spaces through: - Strategic wind exposure reduction - Optimized sunlight access - Smart integration of protective elements (trees, structures) With ENVI-met, creating comfortable and livable cold-weather cities becomes more achievable than ever - ready to bring warmth and comfort to your urban projects? Explore the possibilities with ENVI-met today: www.envi-met.com. #UrbanPlanning #Architecture #Sustainability #ClimateDesign #UrbanDevelopment

2024 has been a year of bold steps, big ideas, and even bigger collaborations. Together, we’ve faced urban challenges, celebrated milestones, and kept pushing for the future of greener, healthier cities. And honestly? None of it would have been possible without the people who make it happen - you. To our incredible team, trusted partners, and loyal supporters: thank you. Your passion, creativity, and commitment are what make ENVI-met what it is today. Looking ahead to 2025, we are excited about what’s next. The challenges are real, but so is the potential. But for now, it’s time to pause. From all of us at ENVI-met: Happy Holidays, and here’s to another year of building a greener, more sustainable future!

Urban parks aren’t just pretty patches of green - they’re the powerhouses of urban sustainability. Acting as our cities' "green lungs," they don’t just make neighborhoods nicer; they actively tackle CO2, balancing levels day and night. ENVI-met simulations show exactly how this works, revealing their hidden potential. In our latest video, we break down how parks improve air quality. From photosynthesis to smart park design, you'll see how the right greenery can lower CO2 levels and create healthier cities. With ENVI-met, it's easy to understand how to make every park work harder for the environment. These insights give you the tools to shape more sustainable and livable spaces for everyone. Green spaces aren’t just a trend - they’re the key to better city living. Watch, share, and join the movement to reimagine how cities grow. The future is green. 🌿 #UrbanSustainability #ThinkGreen #ENVImet #Berlin