Whole system modeling

Decarbonization is driving structural changes in how power markets operate. The growing penetration of renewable generation has increased the need for flexibility at both national and local levels, while ensuring consumers continue to benefit from the low prices renewables provide.

Decentralization is also reshaping market dynamics. Network operators are taking on roles traditionally reserved for national system operators, managing an increasingly complex network of distributed assets, including electric vehicles, smart infrastructure, batteries, and heat pumps.

Governments must consider a range of policy options to incentivize investment and ensure efficient market operation. These changes create both uncertainty and opportunity for industry stakeholders.

Using our proprietary dispatch modeling and deep understanding of evolving energy markets, we support governments, regulators, and industry participants in assessing the impact of market design changes on system evolution. Our modeling helps clients evaluate:

• The implications of transitioning from national to zonal or nodal pricing

• The impact of split markets, derating factor changes, and interconnection build-out

• The effects of changing consumer behavior trends

We complement our quantitative forecasts with robust macroeconomic qualitative analysis, ensuring industry stakeholders are well equipped to navigate the evolving energy landscape.