Module #1 Introduction to Renewable Energy Projects Overview of the renewable energy industry, importance of financial modeling, and course objectives
Module #2 Financial Modeling Fundamentals Basic concepts of financial modeling, including cash flows, NPV, and IRR
Module #3 Renewable Energy Project Types and Technologies Overview of different types of renewable energy projects, including solar, wind, hydro, and geothermal
Module #4 Project Development Cycle Phases of a renewable energy project, from development to operation and maintenance
Module #5 Financial Statements and Ratios Understanding financial statements and key performance indicators (KPIs) for renewable energy projects
Module #6 Cost Estimation and Budgeting Estimating capital and operating costs for renewable energy projects
Module #7 Revenue Modeling Forecasting revenue streams for renewable energy projects, including power purchase agreements (PPAs)
Module #8 Cash Flow Modeling Building cash flow models for renewable energy projects, including project financing and debt repayment
Module #9 Risk Analysis and Sensitivity Identifying and quantifying risks in renewable energy projects, and performing sensitivity analysis
Module #10 Financial Modeling Tools and Software Overview of financial modeling software and tools, including Excel, @Risk, and renewable energy-specific platforms
Module #11 Solar Energy Financial Modeling Case study:financial modeling for solar energy projects, including project economics and cash flows
Module #12 Wind Energy Financial Modeling Case study:financial modeling for wind energy projects, including capacity factor and production estimates
Module #13 Hydro and Geothermal Energy Financial Modeling Case study:financial modeling for hydro and geothermal energy projects, including project-specific challenges
Module #14 Project Financing and Funding Options Overview of financing options for renewable energy projects, including debt and equity
Module #15 Tax Incentives and Policy Framework Impact of tax incentives and policy frameworks on renewable energy project economics
Module #16 Risk Management and Hedging Strategies Managing risks in renewable energy projects, including commodity price risks and weather risks
Module #17 Case Study:Financial Modeling for a Renewable Energy Project Practical exercise:developing a comprehensive financial model for a renewable energy project
Module #18 Best Practices and Industry Standards Industry best practices and standards for financial modeling in renewable energy projects
Module #19 Financial Modeling for Energy Storage and Grid Integration Special considerations for financial modeling energy storage and grid integration projects
Module #20 Financial Modeling for Off-Grid and Mini-Grid Systems Financial modeling for off-grid and mini-grid renewable energy systems, including rural electrification projects
Module #21 Financial Modeling for Community Solar and Renewable Energy Cooperatives Financial modeling for community solar and renewable energy cooperatives, including unique ownership structures
Module #22 Financial Modeling for Green Bonds and Impact Investing Financial modeling for green bonds and impact investing in renewable energy projects
Module #23 Sustainability and ESG Factors in Renewable Energy Projects Integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into financial models for renewable energy projects
Module #24 Advanced Financial Modeling Techniques Advanced techniques for financial modeling in renewable energy projects, including Monte Carlo simulations
Module #25 Deal Structuring and Negotiation Structuring and negotiating deals for renewable energy projects, including partnership and joint venture agreements
Module #26 Mergers and Acquisitions in Renewable Energy Financial modeling for mergers and acquisitions in the renewable energy sector
Module #27 Project Finance and Corporate Finance in Renewable Energy Distinctions and similarities between project finance and corporate finance in renewable energy projects
Module #28 Financial Modeling for Renewable Energy Policy and Regulation Impact of policy and regulation on renewable energy project economics and financial models
Module #29 Alternative Financial Models and Innovations Exploring alternative financial models and innovations in renewable energy projects, including blockchain and tokenization
Module #30 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Financial Models for Renewable Energy Projects career
