Energy Efficiency Estimator Connector for AI agents.
3 live capabilities
Get a ranked list of home energy upgrades and building envelope ratings.
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Why people use Energy Efficiency Estimator
Energy Efficiency Estimator for Real Estate Energy Audits
With this Connector, you can skip the manual math entirely. You provide the core building specs once, and your agent handles the thermal indexing and orientation adjustments. You get a clear A-E rating and a ranked list of the most impactful upgrades in a single interaction. It turns complex building science into a simple, actionable to-do list.
What Vinkius changes
You get a clear, data-driven roadmap for improving your home's energy rating without the guesswork.
Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.
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- Real-world use case 01
DIY Renovation Planning
A homeowner wants to know if new windows will actually lower their bill.
- Real-world use case 02
Property Flip Analysis
An investor wants to see if a "C" rated house can hit an "A" rating.
- Real-world use case 03
Climate Orientation Check
Someone in a cold climate wants to know if their North-facing house needs extra insulation.
Complete set · 3capabilities
The complete Energy Efficiency Estimator capability set.
These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with Energy Efficiency Estimator.
01—03
3 capabilities in this set.
Part of 3 available through Energy Efficiency Estimator.
- 01 Capability
Query orientation bias
Determines how much energy a building gains or loses based on which way it faces. It helps you adjust your score for solar exposure.
- 02 Capability
Query improvement recommendations
Provides a prioritized list of upgrades based on your current energy rating and weaknesses. It tells you exactly what to fix first.
- 03 Capability
Query structure thermal score
Calculates the raw thermal index for a residential building based on its components. This gives you a baseline for how well your home holds heat.
Set up in minutes
One URL. Then ask Energy Efficiency Estimator to work.
Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use Energy Efficiency Estimator from the conversation.
Choose your client
Live previewAdvanced clients IDE · CLI
Claude · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_qshDrJN6VA0FBNtqJKqjNhrcXoVuW45OaWOQkl1E/mcp - Step 01
Open Connectors
In Claude Web or Claude Desktop, open Settings and choose Connectors.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add custom connector, name it Energy Efficiency Estimator, and paste the URL above.
- Step 03
Turn it on in chat
Select +, open Connectors, and enable Energy Efficiency Estimator for the conversation.
ChatGPT · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_qshDrJN6VA0FBNtqJKqjNhrcXoVuW45OaWOQkl1E/mcp - Step 01
Open MCP settings
On desktop, open Settings and MCP servers. On web, open your workspace app or connector settings.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add server with Streamable HTTP, or create a custom MCP app, then paste the Energy Efficiency Estimator URL.
- Step 03
Save and start
Save the connection and enable Energy Efficiency Estimator in your conversation. Desktop may ask you to restart once.
Cursor · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"energy-efficiency-estimator": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_qshDrJN6VA0FBNtqJKqjNhrcXoVuW45OaWOQkl1E/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens
- Step 03
Save the file
Cursor will automatically detect the new Connector
- Step 04
Start using Energy Efficiency Estimator
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Energy Efficiency Estimator, help me...". 3 tools available
VS Code Copilot · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"energy-efficiency-estimator": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_qshDrJN6VA0FBNtqJKqjNhrcXoVuW45OaWOQkl1E/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Create MCP config
Create a .vscode/mcp.json file in your project root
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above
- Step 03
Enable Agent mode
Open GitHub Copilot Chat and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown
- Step 04
Start using Energy Efficiency Estimator
Ask Copilot: "Using Energy Efficiency Estimator, help me...". 3 tools available
Windsurf · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"energy-efficiency-estimator": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_qshDrJN6VA0FBNtqJKqjNhrcXoVuW45OaWOQkl1E/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Go to Settings → MCP Configuration or press Cmd+Shift+P and search "MCP"
- Step 02
Add the server
Paste the JSON configuration above into mcp_config.json
- Step 03
Save and reload
Windsurf will detect the new server automatically
- Step 04
Start using Energy Efficiency Estimator
Open Cascade and ask: "Using Energy Efficiency Estimator, help me...". 3 tools available
Cline · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"energy-efficiency-estimator": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_qshDrJN6VA0FBNtqJKqjNhrcXoVuW45OaWOQkl1E/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open Cline MCP Settings
Click the Connectors icon in the Cline sidebar panel
- Step 02
Add remote server
Click "Add Connector" and paste the configuration above
- Step 03
Enable the server
Toggle the server switch to ON
- Step 04
Start using Energy Efficiency Estimator
Ask Cline: "Using Energy Efficiency Estimator, help me...". 3 tools available
Claude Code · Terminal command
Advanced setup
claude mcp add energy-efficiency-estimator --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_qshDrJN6VA0FBNtqJKqjNhrcXoVuW45OaWOQkl1E/mcp"- Step 01
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
- Step 02
Add the Connector
Run the command above in your terminal
- Step 03
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
- Step 04
Start using Energy Efficiency Estimator
Ask Claude: "Using Energy Efficiency Estimator, show me...". 3 tools are ready
Where the request belongs
Work Energy Efficiency Estimator can move forward.
This is for homeowners tired of high utility bills who want to know which renovations actually matter. It's also for real estate investors looking for green potential in a portfolio and energy auditors who need to automate the initial screening of residential structures.
Homeowner
Checks the thermal score of their current house to see which windows to replace first.
Real Estate Investor
Analyzes a new property listing to estimate the cost of reaching an A energy rating.
Energy Auditor
Runs batch orientation checks on multiple buildings to identify passive solar gains.
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Before you connect
Questions about Energy Efficiency Estimator.
The practical details behind the request, access and result.
Can the Energy Efficiency Estimator help me figure out which home repairs to do first?
Yes. It takes your building's current specs and gives you a prioritized list of upgrades. This helps you focus your budget on the biggest energy leaks first.
How does the Energy Efficiency Estimator handle my home's orientation?
It uses orientation bias to see how much heat your house gains or loses based on which way it faces. This ensures your energy rating is accurate for your specific lot.
What kind of data do I need to give the Energy Efficiency Estimator?
You'll need things like wall thickness, window ratings, and the overall layout of your home. The more specific you are about the building envelope, the better the A-E rating will be.
Can I use the Energy Efficiency Estimator for a house I'm looking to buy?
That's a great way to use it. You can input the specs of a property to see its energy performance and get a roadmap for what improvements would be needed to make it more efficient.
Will the Energy Efficiency Estimator give me a specific grade for my home?
Yes, it provides a classification from A to E. This gives you a clear benchmark to see where your home stands compared to standard efficiency goals.
What inputs are needed to get the initial score?
The core metrics include total heated area, wall thickness, and combined U-values. The query_structure_thermal_score capability uses these inputs to generate the raw thermal index.
Does my home's direction matter for the score?
Yes. The query_orientation_bias capability accounts for passive solar gain and wind loads (e.g., South-East vs. North). This factor modifies the score to give a regionally accurate assessment.
How do I know what to fix after the rating?
After receiving your A-E classification, use the query_improvement_recommendations capability. It analyzes component weaknesses and provides a prioritized list of actionable upgrades (e.g., upgrading glazing or improving roof insulation).
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