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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
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
Cybersecurity in Photovoltaic Plant Operations
This paper provides practical information for PV plant operators regarding cybersecurity. Plans to integrate photovoltaic generation into utility systems requires that cybersecurity be considered in every aspect from customer data to business information to plant monitoring and co...
Walker, A. et al NLR
Feb 28, 2021
Portal and Repository for Information on Marine Renewable Energy
Hosted on the PRIMRE platform, the Marine Energy Project Database is an OpenEI resource that compiles information on wave, tidal, and other marine energy projects worldwide. Users can browse or search for projects by technology type, location, developer, and development stage. Eac...
NREL, P. NLR
Aug 16, 2025
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