Economic Analysis & Financial Modeling for Renewable Energy

Course Overview:

This course is designed to equip participants with the essential tools and methodologies needed to conduct economic analysis and build financial models for renewable energy projects. The course will cover key topics including energy project economics, cash flow forecasting, risk assessment, and financial modeling techniques using Excel. It also emphasizes real-world applications and case studies in renewable energy sectors such as solar, wind, and bioenergy.

Course Objectives:

By the end of this course, participants will:

• Understand the economic factors driving renewable energy investments.

• Master financial modeling techniques tailored to renewable energy projects.

• Learn how to forecast cash flows and evaluate project profitability.

• Conduct sensitivity analysis and scenario modeling for project risks.

• Explore financing mechanisms, policy impacts, and market dynamics in renewable energy.

Target Audience:

• Energy professionals and engineers seeking financial modeling skills.

• Investors and analysts in renewable energy sectors.

• Project developers and entrepreneurs in renewable energy.

• Finance and accounting professionals working on energy projects.

• Government officials involved in energy policy and planning.

Learning Methods:

• Lectures and discussions with energy finance experts.

• Hands-on Excel-based financial modeling exercises.

• Case studies from real-world renewable energy projects.

• Interactive workshops and group discussions.