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Probabilistic Resource Adequacy Suite (PRAS) v0.6 Model Documentation
This manual provides technical documentation for version 0.6 of the Probabilistic Resource Adequacy Suite (PRAS). It describes the suite's modeling approach, input requirements, calculation methods, and output interpretation. The documentation guides users through installation, co...
Stephen, G. NLR
Apr 30, 2021
PRAS: Probabilistic Resource Adequacy Suite
PRAS is a modeling suite developed by NREL that performs probabilistic resource adequacy assessments for power systems. It incorporates weather variability, generator outages, and demand uncertainty to estimate metrics such as loss of load expectation (LOLE). Users can explore how...
NLR
Apr 20, 2025
Microgrid Overview
Published by the U.S. Department of Energy's Grid Deployment Office, this fact sheet provides a concise overview of microgrids. It defines what microgrids are, explains their benefits for resilience and sustainability, describes common components, and lists federal initiatives sup...
Office, D. U.S. Department of Energy
Dec 31, 2023
Overview of Functional Technical Requirements for Intentional Islands
This document provides an overview of intentional islands, otherwise known as microgrids. The topics covered include common types of microgrid configurations, high level summaries of standards that address some aspect of microgrid implementation and interconnection, and a discussi...
Narang, D. et al NLR
Nov 30, 2022
Hail Damage Mitigation for Solar Photovoltaic Systems
Developed by the U.S. Army and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the AMPeRRe computational model forecasts performance, reliability, and resilience outcomes for installation power grids and microgrids. The model incorporates factors such as generation mix, load characteristics, outage...
Program, M. U.S. Department of Energy
Dec 31, 2025
Biomass Resource Data, Tools, and Maps
NREL's biomass resources page aggregates a suite of datasets, interactive maps, and analytical tools focused on biomass feedstocks in the United States. Resources include county-level supply estimates for crop and forest residues, urban wood waste, and energy crops; supply curves ...
NLR
Mar 25, 2025
PR-DRIFT: Puerto Rico Demand Response Impact and Forecast Tool
PR-DRIFT is an NREL-developed tool that models and forecasts the impacts of demand response programs on Puerto Rico's electric grid. It simulates how customer participation in demand response can reduce peak loads, provide ancillary services, and improve resilience. The tool helps...
NLR
Mar 11, 2025
Resilience Hubs: Creating a Resilience Hub and Spoke Network
Outlines siting and design considerations for Resilience Hubs, including roof condition and PV suitability, storage needs, accessibility, flood risk, and space for pets/children. Lists essential services (e.g., power, charging, refrigeration, potable water) and basic operational r...
Network, D. Urban Sustainability Directors Network
Dec 31, 2023
Resilience Hubs: Shifting Power to Communities and Increasing Community Capacity
Presents Resilience Hubs as equity-driven, community-led facilities that strengthen local capacity and shift decision-making power. Details how hubs coordinate communications, distribute resources, and integrate mitigation/adaptation goals across routine and emergency operations.
Baja, K. Urban Sustainability Directors Network
Jan 01, 2019
Igiugig’s Journey Toward Sustainability
This case study chronicles the efforts of the Igiugig Village Council, NREL, and Deerstone Consulting to transition the remote Alaska community toward sustainable energy solutions. It describes projects such as renewable microgrid installations, energy efficiency improvements, cap...
Salmon, A. et al Igiugig Village Council
Nov 30, 2022
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