Energy Storage
Microgrids
Economic Optimization of Hybrid Renewable Microgrids Using HOMER Pro - Self Study
About this course
Since its release, the HOMER software has been downloaded by over 250,000 people in 190+ countries. This free course shows you how to use HOMER software to simulate microgrid performance. It includes a free 30-day trial of HOMER Pro software and a walk-through of several real examples.
Here's what you'll learn:
- HOMER’s simulation-optimization-sensitivity paradigm for microgrid decision making and design
- How to feel at home using the HOMER interface
- A step-by-step approach to running a complete analysis in HOMER
Course outline
2 modules
35 - 45 hours to complete
1:25 hours
of video lectures
Module 1 • 3 assignments
Economic Optimization of Renewable Microgrids using HOMER Pro
Module 1 • 3 assignments
Economic Optimization of Renewable Microgrids using HOMER Pro
In this module you'll find the 1.5 lecture, along with a PDF copy of the slides and information about downloading a free version of the HOMER Pro software.
- Install HOMER Pro on your computer (Free 30-day trial)
- Economic Optimization of Renewable Microgrids (01:25:35 hours)
- Presentation Slides (.pdf)
Author
John Glassmire
HOMER Energy
John Glassmire has extensive experience in the modeling and design of both distributed and traditional energy supply systems. He has led and worked on a wide-variety of energy research and consulting projects including cost-to-society environmental and economic impacts of clean energy technologies for grid planning, integrated resource planning for energy...
Frequently asked questions
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Is there a certificate of completion?
Certificates of completion are only provided to HeatSpring Membership subscribers. This course has not been approved by any credentialing organizations (NABCEP, AIA, USGBC etc) for Continuing Education Credits (CEUs). This course is for self education purposes only and completion does not indicate a level of professional expertise or credential.
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