Outputs

# Output data

## Generation outputs

Generation levels corresponding to the optimal system dispatch are a key output of the model and describe how to meet system load at the lowest cost. The graphic below shows this output, aggregated by fuel type for a sample week in the forecast.

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## Power prices

15-minute zonal prices are calculated as the marginal cost of delivering an additional MWh in each modeled zone. The graphic below shows a sample week of pricing in the forecast.

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# Output databook

All data in the scenario databook is aggregated from raw model outputs to an annual granularity.

| Variable type       | Variable                                      | Regional granularity     |
| :------------------ | :-------------------------------------------- | :----------------------- |
| Demand              | Peak demand (GW)                              | System-wide              |
|                     | Total demand (TWh)                            | System-wide              |
| Fuel prices         | Coal price (USD/MWh)                          | System-wide              |
|                     | Natural gas price (USD/MWh)                   | System-wide              |
| Generation capacity | Technology-specific nameplate capacities (GW) | System-wide              |
| Generation outputs  | Technology-specific generation levels (TWh)   | System-wide              |
| Price               | Around-the-clock pricing                      | Zonal + system-wide avg. |

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