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Integrated Forecasting Software for Load, Renewable Energy, and LMP

PCI’s load forecasting software provides crucial insights through accurate predictions of electricity demand patterns for utilities, IPPs, and municipalities, merging AI/ML automation with expert human oversight for superior accuracy.

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Modern & Reliable

Better forecasts lead to better outcomes

PCI’s load forecasting solution helps modernize electricity demand predictions through cutting-edge techniques for optimized decision making.

Accurate Predictions

  • Harness smart forecast blending to improve precision
  • Leverage adaptive machine learning models that continually refine predictions with real-time data
  • Integrate multiple weather models, including HRRR, NAM, and GFS, for superior accuracy
  • Generate forecasts with up to 5-minute granularity
  • Quantify uncertainty through conformal prediction intervals and explore possibilities with advanced scenario analysis

Integrates & Automates

  • Automatically ingest data from SCADA systems, IoT, weather models, and more
  • Deliver forecasts via API for seamless integration with existing systems
  • Save time with automated 14-day forecasts and real-time weather data integration
  • Optimize portfolio management with PCI platform compatibility for better bidding strategies

Rapid Deployment

  • Deploy quickly and expand easily with pre-built regional models optimized for specific geographies
  • Handle behind-the-meter generation with advanced analytics
  • Receive peak load notifications via email or SMS for proactive management.
  • Access detailed performance metrics, including MAPE and RMSE

Client Testimonial

"PCI helps us bring all of these disparate data sources and come up with what we should actually be doing. What is the available transmission? What is our latest wind forecast? And how do we join those things together so that we have a clear picture."

Matt Veghte

Senior Manager, Pattern Energy

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Features

Full-Featured Forecasting​

Advanced capabilities designed to deliver accurate, actionable, and scalable solutions for modern energy forecasting challenges.

Core Features

  • 14-Day Hourly Forecasts
  • Similar Day Analysis
  • SCADA Integration

Flexibility Features

  • API Access
  • Quick Deployment
  • Regional Customization

Advanced Features

  • Multi-Source Ensemble Forecasting
  • 3rd Party Data Integration
  • Peak Load Notifications
  • Performance Analytics
  • Uncertainty Analysis
  • Weather Insights

Customer Testimonial

OUC Optimize Complex Asset Portfolios with PCI

Ed Bemis describes his experience working with GenTrader and PCI to optimize a complex asset portfolio at Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC)

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All-in-one Energy Management

Comprehensive portfolio optimization software

Our load forecasting capabilities are part of a suite of applications that work seamlessly with GenTrader®, our industry-leading portfolio modeling and optimization platform. By combining accurate load forecasts with robust co-optimization across energy, ancillary services and fuel markets, GenTrader unlocks superior portfolio management.


Streamline Workflows

  • Ingest load forecasts seamlessly into GenTrader optimizations
  • Inform bidding strategies with data-driven demand insights
  • Execute optimized schedules automated by GenTrader
  • Leverage forecasts across short and long-term studies
  • Centralize Load, Wind and Solar forecasts in one suite
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