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Financial Modeling of 1MW Solar Captive Power Plant in Excel

Kiran Ramkrishna Beldar

Welcome to your course "Financial Modeling of 1MW Solar Captive Power Plant in Excel" this course is designed for the Solar Industry Business Persons and Investors who wants to invest in solar project. Solar accountant who wants to learn balance sheet of Solar Project and the solar technicians who wants to learn the financial modeling of solar power plant.

This course explains the Following Parameters in Detail:

A) Financial Modeling of 1MW of Solar Power Plant under captive domain

      In the excel Sheet where all parameters are club together to obtain the Final Master Excel Sheet.

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Welcome to your course "Financial Modeling of 1MW Solar Captive Power Plant in Excel" this course is designed for the Solar Industry Business Persons and Investors who wants to invest in solar project. Solar accountant who wants to learn balance sheet of Solar Project and the solar technicians who wants to learn the financial modeling of solar power plant.

This course explains the Following Parameters in Detail:

A) Financial Modeling of 1MW of Solar Power Plant under captive domain

      In the excel Sheet where all parameters are club together to obtain the Final Master Excel Sheet.

     - Formulation of Initial Parameters

     - Profit and Loss Account Statement

     - Taxable income and Tax Calculation

     - Cash Flow Analysis

     - Calculation of Internal Rate of Return

     - Calculation of Cumulative Saving Over 25 Years Lifespan

     -  Calculation of Net Present  Value

     - Calculation of Exact Payback Points

B] Sensitivity Analysis of Solar Power Plant

      - Sensitivity Analysis of Feed In Tariff on Calculation of Internal Rate of Return

     - Sensitivity Analysis of Feed In Tariff on Calculation of Cumulative Saving Over 25 Years Lifespan

     -  Sensitivity Analysis of Feed In Tariff on Calculation of Net Present  Value

     - Sensitivity Analysis of Feed In Tariff on Calculation of Exact Payback Points

  In the excel Sheet where all parameters are explain very well.

     - Formulation of Initial Parameters: Parameters are required for financial modeling

     - Profit and Loss Account Statement: Total Revenue and Expenses

     - Taxable income and Tax Calculation: Parameters for taxable income and tax calculations

     - Cash Flow Analysis: Cash in and Out the system

     - Calculation of Internal Rate of Return: %IRR

     - Calculation of Cumulative Saving Over 25 Years Lifespan: Equity Turnaround the Project

     -  Calculation of Net Present  Value: NPV value

     - Calculation of Exact Payback Points: Payback Period

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Learning objectives

  • Financial modeling of 1mw of solar power plant considering capex model
  • Formulation of initial parameters in excel sheet
  • Profit and loss account statement in excel sheet
  • Taxable income and tax calculation in excel sheet
  • Cash flow analysis
  • Calculation of internal rate of return
  • Calculation of cumulative saving over 25 years lifespan
  • Calculation of net present value
  • Calculation of exact payback points
  • Calculation of accelerated depreciation
  • Calculation of ad benefits in tax
  • Sensitivity analysis of feed in tariff on %irr
  • Sensitivity analysis of feed in tariff on savings
  • Sensitivity analysis of feed in tariff on npv
  • Sensitivity analysis of feed in tariff on payback period
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Syllabus

Financial Modeling of 1MW Solar Captive Power Plant in Excel Sheet
Formulation of Parameters for Financial Modeling
Loan Repayment Schedule
Profit and Loss Account Statement
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Taxable Income and Tax Calculation
Cash Flow Analysis
IRR,NPV, Cumulative Savings and Payback Calculation
Financial Snapshot and Graphical Analysis
Sensitivity Analysis of Financial Model
Sensitivity Analysis of Feed in Tariff

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Financial Modeling of 1MW Solar Captive Power Plant in Excel with these activities:
Review Excel Fundamentals
Strengthen your understanding of Excel basics to better grasp the financial modeling concepts covered in the course.
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  • Review basic Excel functions like SUM, AVERAGE, and IF.
  • Practice creating charts and graphs from sample data.
  • Familiarize yourself with Excel's data validation features.
Review: Financial Modeling
Gain a deeper understanding of financial modeling principles and techniques to enhance your ability to build and interpret solar power plant models.
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  • Read the chapters on discounted cash flow analysis and valuation.
  • Work through the example models provided in the book.
  • Relate the concepts to the specific parameters used in solar project modeling.
Build a Simplified Solar Model
Apply the concepts learned in the course by creating a simplified financial model for a smaller solar project.
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  • Gather data on a small-scale solar installation (e.g., residential).
  • Create a basic Excel model with key parameters like initial cost, energy production, and incentives.
  • Calculate the IRR, NPV, and payback period for the project.
  • Compare your results to industry benchmarks.
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Document Model Assumptions
Improve your understanding of the model's underlying assumptions by creating a document that explains each parameter and its impact.
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  • List all the parameters used in the 1MW solar captive power plant model.
  • For each parameter, write a brief description of its meaning and source.
  • Explain how changes in each parameter affect the model's outputs (IRR, NPV, payback).
Sensitivity Analysis Exercises
Master sensitivity analysis by performing various 'what-if' scenarios on the financial model.
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  • Choose several key parameters (e.g., feed-in tariff, initial cost).
  • Systematically vary each parameter and observe the impact on IRR, NPV, and payback.
  • Document your findings and identify the most sensitive parameters.
Review: Solar Power Finance
Deepen your knowledge of solar power finance and investment by reading a specialized book on the topic.
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  • Read the chapters on project finance and investment analysis.
  • Focus on the sections related to risk management in solar projects.
  • Compare the book's insights to the financial model presented in the course.
Presentation: Model Results
Solidify your understanding by creating a presentation summarizing the financial model's results and key findings.
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  • Prepare a presentation summarizing the model's key inputs, assumptions, and outputs.
  • Include charts and graphs to visualize the results.
  • Present your findings to a peer or mentor for feedback.

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We've selected two books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Financial Modeling of 1MW Solar Captive Power Plant in Excel.
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Financial Modeling and Valuation
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Provides a comprehensive overview of financial modeling techniques, including discounted cash flow analysis, sensitivity analysis, and valuation methodologies. It valuable resource for understanding the underlying principles behind the financial models used in the course. The book offers practical examples and case studies that are directly relevant to solar power plant financial modeling. It is commonly used as a textbook in finance courses.
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Solar Power Finance Without The Jargon
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Provides a clear and concise explanation of the financial aspects of solar power projects. It covers topics such as project finance, investment analysis, and risk management. It is particularly useful for understanding the specific financial challenges and opportunities associated with solar energy. This book serves as additional reading to expand on the course materials.
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