Methodology Decarb America

Evolved Energy Research conducted a multi-part energy systems analysis for the Decarb America Research Initiative. They used two modeling platforms, EnergyPATHWAYS to develop demand-side cases and the Regional Investment and Operations (RIO) Platform to provide cost-optimal energy supply. For more information on both modeling platforms and how they are used together in our analysis, check out the pdfs below. Additionally, we include the inputs and assumptions for our analysis in an excel sheet that can be downloaded.

Overview of Energy Pathways Model

Overview of RIO Model

Key Inputs and Assumptions