Software is protected by copyright and licensed for use. Always respect these rights by acquiring software through official channels.
: The most straightforward and legal way to use Simapro is to purchase it directly from the provider, in this case, PRe Consultants. They offer various versions and licenses, including educational and commercial ones.
: Modern versions of SimaPro are moving toward cloud-based (SaaS) models, which often offer more flexible entry-level pricing compared to older perpetual licenses.
: For those without a license, PRé Sustainability (the developers of SimaPro) offers a free trial version that can be requested through their official site.
If you need access to SimaPro for life cycle assessment (LCA) work, I recommend:
💡 If the cost of SimaPro is a barrier, there are legal and free ways to perform high-quality LCA.