The Power Outlook Explorer by Meridian Economics is an interactive tool that visualises potential futures of the South African power system. By adjusting a range of input parameters, such as the coal EAF and the installed capacity of solar PV, wind, flexible generation and batteries, users can explore critical aspects of the future power system. These aspects include the extent of load shedding and the amount of energy produced from coal and flexible generation resources across different scenarios. The tool leverages the PyPSA energy system dispatch model to simulate power system operations, matching hourly electricity demand with least-cost supply options while considering real-world constraints.
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