Microsoft Excel-Based Tool Kit for Planning Hybrid Energy Systems: A User Guide

Region
South Asia
Sectors and Themes
Rural Development
Scale
Sub-national
Project-Level
Expertise Level
Practitioner
Inputs Needed
Data for the worksheet.
Outputs Provided
Energy and cost metrics based on the input.
Language
English
Developer or Source
Asian Development Bank (ADB)

This tool, developed based on experiences of pilot projects in South Asian developing member countries, allows users to find the most cost-effective configuration for a hybrid renewable energy stand-alone system through simulation of possible system configurations. It is designed to facilitate affordable energy and inclusive growth in Asian rural areas, and also enable access to electricity and energy efficiency in remote rural locations.