validate_idf
Comprehensive model validation
How to use it
Project documentation lists validate_idf for the EnergyPlus MCP MCP server. Add the server to your MCP client (Claude Desktop, Cursor, Windsurf and others), then check which tools your installed version makes available. Tool availability can depend on configuration and credentials. A server handshake does not verify this tool’s behavior. See the full listing for setup details.
Install EnergyPlus MCP
docker run -it --rm -v "$(pwd)":/workspace -w /workspace/energyplus-mcp-server energyplus-mcp-dev bashOther tools in EnergyPlus MCP (34)
Apply surface coatings
Add energy meters
Add output variables
Add window films
Modify infiltration rates
Review simulation control settings
Clear/rotate log files
Intelligent file copying with path resolution
Generate HTML visualizations
Find all HVAC loops
Get error logs
Get HVAC loop details
Extract material definitions
Extract basic model information
Get/discover energy meters
Get/discover output variables
Get server configuration info
View recent logs
Check server health
Get building surface information
Analyze equipment loads
Analyze lighting loads
Analyze occupancy settings
Analyze all schedule objects
Browse sample files and weather data
List all thermal zones with properties
Load and validate IDF files
Update equipment loads
Update lighting loads
Update occupancy settings
Adjust simulation time periods
Modify simulation parameters
Execute simulations
Generate HVAC diagrams