Integrated Wind Farm Forecasting Software
PCI’s wind forecasting software provides critical insights for wind farm generation, enabling utilities, IPPs, and municipalities to optimize energy production with accurate predictions. Combining AI/ML automation with advanced ensemble forecasting, PCI Forecaster ensures reliable, scalable solutions for modern energy challenges.
Modern & Reliable
Better wind forecasts lead to better outcomes
PCI’s wind forecasting solution modernizes energy generation predictions by utilizing cutting-edge techniques for improved operational efficiency.
Accurate Predictions
- Generate 14-day automated wind generation forecasts with advanced AI/ML models
- Leverage a smart blend of available forecasts to increase precision
- Integrate multiple weather models, including HRRR, NAM, and GFS
- Use satellite imagery to enhance forecasts for remote locations
- Model new wind farm sites using physical turbine P-V curves and weather parameters
- Enhance ML training with on-site data to improve wind farm-specific accuracy
Integrates & Automates
- Automatically ingest SCADA, weather, and IoT data for real-time insights
- Connect directly with PCI’s GSMS for streamlined outage and derate integration
- Seamlessly connect with market submission systems to streamline operations
- Deliver forecasts via API for seamless integration with existing systems
- Save time with automatic weather data downloads for any global location
- Optimize operations with custom peak notification systems and real-time alerts
Rapid Deployment
- Deploy quickly with physical models optimized for new wind farm sites
- Adjust forecasts automatically for operating parameters like wind speed limits and temperature thresholds
- Gain confidence with 68%, 95%, and 99% probability ranges for uncertainty metrics
- Scale effortlessly with tailored forecasting capabilities for utilities and IPPs of all sizes
Features
Full-Featured Wind Farm Forecasting
Advanced capabilities designed to deliver accurate, actionable, and scalable solutions for wind energy generation.
Core Features
- 14-Day Hourly Forecasts
- Physical Model Forecast API
- SCADA Integration
- PCI System Integration
- Quick Deployment
Advanced Features
- Third-Party Data Import
- Ensemble Forecasting
- Performance Analytics
- Uncertainty Reports
- Peak Notifications
- Weather Insights
By the Numbers
80%+ Time Saving
MDU reduced the time it took to complete their daily forecasting and bid submission from 90 to 15 minutes with PCI Forecaster
Customer Testimonial
OUC optimizes 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)
All-in-one Energy Management
Comprehensive portfolio optimization software
Our wind 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.
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Implemented in the following markets:
- Australia (AEMO)
- CAISO, MRTU/EIM/RC (WebOMS)
- ERCOT (Outage Scheduler)
- ISO New England (CROW)
- MEM (Mexico)
- MISO (CROW)
- New York ISO
- PJM Interconnection (DA/RT)
- SPP, IM/WEIS/RC (CROW)
- US Bilateral Markets