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Levelized Cost of Energy Calculator
This online calculator from NREL allows users to estimate the levelized cost of energy (LCOE) for a wide range of technologies, including solar, wind, storage, and conventional generation. Users input parameters such as capital cost, operating and maintenance cost, capacity factor...
NLR
Mar 30, 2026
Distribution System Infographic
Produced by Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, this infographic visually explains the major components of an electric distribution system from substations and feeder lines to transformers, switches, and customer meters. It shows how electricity is routed from the transmission ...
Initiative, M. U.S. Department of Energy
Dec 31, 2025
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
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
Solar Geospatial Data Tools
NREL offers several geospatial data tools for solar energy planning. Tools like the Solar Prospector allow users to explore solar resource layers in combination with land ownership, slope, protected areas, and infrastructure data to identify potential project sites. Users can quer...
NLR
Nov 12, 2024
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
Electricity Data Browser
The U.S. Energy Information Administration's Electricity Data Browser provides interactive charts, maps, and downloadable tables on generation, demand, fuel mix, prices, capacity, and emissions. Users can compare time series, build custom views, and export datasets at national, st...
, . U.S. Energy Information Administration
Dec 01, 2025
Wind Geospatial Data Tools
NREL offers a suite of geospatial data tools to aid in wind energy planning. These include interactive maps and analytical applications that integrate wind resource layers with land ownership, environmental exclusions, and infrastructure data. Tools such as the Wind Prospector all...
NLR
Mar 25, 2025
BPS-Connected Inverter-Based Resource Modeling and Studies Webinar
Recorded webinar presenting recommended practices for BPS studies with inverter‑based resources. The session reviews model types and parameterization, short‑circuit and stability studies, screening and data needs, and validation against field tests. Examples illustrate sensiti...
Force, T. North American Electric Reliability Corporation
Jun 07, 2020
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