HOMER Pro is software that aids users in the design of hybrid power systems, combining engineering and economic models for optimal, cost-effective outcomes. It offers a trusted and market-leading platform for microgrid and distributed energy system design, considering factors like geographic-specific criteria and risks. The software is specifically geared towards renewable energy systems, with a focus on hybrid microgrids that may include solar PV, wind power, storage, and fossil-based generation. It simulations and provides optimization and sensitivity analysis to assess technical and economic factors, accounting for uncertainties like fuel prices or wind speed. This helps determine the most cost-effective and reliable solutions for remote power systems, microgrids, and utility-scale systems. HOMER Pro offers flexible annual and monthly license plans with volume discounts, along with additional module purchases for enhanced modeling capabilities. These modules cover a range of functionalities, such as combined heat and power, multi-year modeling, advanced load, run-of-river hydro, biomass, and hydrogen, among others
Key features of HOMER Pro:
- Project Information and Setup: This allows you to locate your project on a map and view a system schematic of your design.
- Hybrid Power System Design Wizard: Assists in streamlining the design process and offers the option to use default values.
- Microgrid Controller:Encompasses a C++ Software Development Kit (SDK) and a MATLAB link.
- Generator Order Dispatch: Supports different generator orders for dispatching.
- Cycle Charging Dispatch: Allows for charging batteries at strategic times.
- Load Following Dispatch: Helps adjust loads according to prevailing conditions.
- Time Series Viewer:A feature that visually displays how the energy sources are dispatched and how the entire system performs.
- Results Summary Tab: Highlights key economic metrics and displays a comparative cash flow graph for the “winning” system.
- Support for International Currencies and Number Formats: Accommodates users from various countries, ensuring ease of use and familiarity.
