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iDesignRES Scenario Explorer

The iDesignRES Scenario Explorer is an interactive tool that allows users to explore the future of Europe's energy system. Using the Scenario Explorer, you can view detailed results from energy transition scenarios developed in the project, see how energy supply, demand and emissions might evolve and compare different possible futures, all without running any complex models yourself.

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What is the Scenario Explorer?

The Scenario Explorer is a window into the future of Europe's energy system. It supports scenario analysis, scientific research and dissemination of results. It connects pre-calculated scenarios (developed by iDesignRES team) with interactive charts and graphs. You can explore the numbers behind each scenario, see how energy and emissions change over time, and understand the impacts of different decisions. The tool is designed to be intuitive and accessible, so whether you are a policymaker, a researcher, a student, or just curious about energy, you can use it to see how Europe's energy transition could unfold.

How to use the Scenario Explorer?

  • 1. Choose scenarios, regions and targeted variables: You can select scenarios from a range of energy scenarios created in the iDesignRES project, covering different regions and policy pathways. Then, you can also select the regions and countries for which you are interested to see the data as well as the specific variables you are interested in (e.g., final energy, capacity, emissions, etc).
  • 2. Explore results: View interactive graphs showing energy supply, demand, emissions, and more. You can zoom in on different years, regions, or sectors and select line or bar chart. A Map Explorer is also available:
    • A multi-carrier location, investment, and demand planning tool leveraging PRIMES model expertise.
    • A detailed multi-carrier NUTS Level2 operational simulation model disaggregating JRC-EU-TIMES model.
  • 3. Compare futures: Overlay multiple scenarios to see how different choices could affect Europe's energy system.
  • 4. Access the data: Download or export the data behind the scenarios for your own analysis.

All scenarios are already calculated and stored in the platform. The Scenario Explorer does not run models online, it simply lets you explore the results in a clear and interactive way.

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