2.6 CoM SSA SEACAP Toolbox_Introduction to Energy Modelling

This chapter is one component of the SEACAP Toolbox for the full Toolbox, please visit: https://comssa.org/ What you will learn in this chapter:

• What we mean by a ‘model’?

• The value of simplicity

• The basics of energy modelling

• Difference between scenario and optimisation modelling

• The uses of different tools in the SEACAP development process

• The basics of scenario building

• The basic functions of LEAP and CURB

• Pros and cons of each tool

• Where these models have been used in Cameroon and Kenya as an example

• Experiences from CoM SSA

This chapter has been designed for Local Government Officials and partners completing a SEACAP