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An Economic Analysis Development Framework for Distributed Resources

An Economic Analysis Development Framework for Distributed Resources. Aaron F. Snyder Utility Business Solutions March 13, 2002. Presentation Outline. Introduction Software Framework Application Conclusions. Introduction. Problem Statement

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An Economic Analysis Development Framework for Distributed Resources

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  1. An Economic Analysis Development Framework for Distributed Resources Aaron F. Snyder Utility Business Solutions March 13, 2002

  2. Presentation Outline • Introduction • Software Framework • Application • Conclusions

  3. Introduction • Problem Statement • Is DR an attractive financial alternative to my current grid connection? • Traditional Analysis Tools Lack Solution Capability at High Level • Too much data required for technical calculation • No limited data set common in packages to perform financial calculation • Package focused on single DR solution or solution approach • Can COTS solution run on my computer platform?

  4. Presentation Outline • Introduction • Software Framework • Application • Conclusions

  5. Software Framework • Standard Office Application (Excel) leads to Ease-of-Use • Development Language (VBA) leads to stand-alone migration path • Flexibility in time-series data manipulation (15-min to 1 year) • Cookie-cutter solution for other time-series intervals • User interface based on commonly accepted graphic components (push-buttons, dialog boxes, check boxes, etc.) • Ease of deployment across business network

  6. Software Framework • Dual-Path Data Approach • Load Profile • No Load Profile • Data Sets • Existing Service • Dist. Res.

  7. Software Framework • Common Data Path • Virtual Utility • Finance Solutions • Output Screen • Solution with Existing Service • Solution with Dist. Res. • Rate Update Wizard • Rate-Tier Input • Average Rate Input

  8. Software Framework • Detailed Reports • Summary Report of Key Financial Factors • Detailed Financials by Time Period • Detailed Graphs • Electrical Energy • Heat Energy • Database Provisions • DR Rate Sheets • Common Data Structure

  9. Presentation Outline • Introduction • Software Framework • Application • Conclusions

  10. Application • Key parameters • 1900kW Load • 1700kW Utility Connection • 23kW CHP DR • Yearly Load Profile Available (15-minute intervals) • Cost • Energy

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  16. Presentation Outline • Introduction • Software Framework • Application • Conclusions

  17. Conclusions • Development Achievements • Minimal data set for each type of distributed resource required • Visual Basic for Applications code allows for future portability to complied stand-alone application • Intuitive user interface requires minimal training • Solution details minimal yet optimal • Software architecture allows for scalable solution • Financial Analysis Tool Complimentary to Technical Analysis Tool • Solution Deployable on Common Computing Platform with Minimal Hardware Requirements

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