Tribal Energy Economic Impact Tools Training
Meeting Date: 7/19/2016
- 7/20/2016
Location: Portland, OR
Website: Website
July 19, 2016 8:00AM PDT to July 20, 2016 5:00PM PDT Portland, Oregon
Portland State University Native American Student & Community Center Multnomah Classroom, Room 170 710 SW Jackson St. Portland, OR 97201
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Indian Energy, in conjunction with the Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians and Bonneville Power Administration, are hosting a training July 19–20 in Portland, Oregon, for Indian tribes on how to use two tools developed by DOE’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) to analyze the economic impacts of renewable energy projects on tribal lands.
The Jobs and Economic Development Impact (JEDI) models estimate the number of jobs and other potential economic impacts of constructing and operating a power plant, fuel production facility, or other energy project. The Community Solar Scenario Tool (CSST) provides a first-cut analysis of community or shared solar program options by modeling how variables such as system size, location, and project costs affect the economics of a project from the perspective of potential customers as well as the sponsoring utility.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND This training is specifically geared toward tribal economic development leaders and facility managers, as well as community planning and housing professionals who work with Indian tribes.
WHAT TO EXPECT NREL technical experts will provide hands-on training in the use of these tools for tribal energy project planning. To get the most out of the training, attendees are encouraged to bring available data on a planned or current renewable energy project to input into the models and tool. Helpful data inputs include project size and location; construction, equipment, and annual operating and maintenance costs; financing parameters; and any other known costs. Learn more about the JEDI models and CSST.
HOW TO REGISTER There is no cost to attend, but space is limited. Advance registration is requested to ensure adequate seating. Attendees are responsible for their own travel costs.