Renewable Energy Mix Calculator
Optimal generation mix for target carbon reduction.
Inputs
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Results
Required renewable share (%)
52.4%
Current intensity (g CO2/kWh)373.2
Target intensity (g CO2/kWh)186.6
Current emissions (Mt CO2)1,493
Target emissions (Mt CO2)746.5
Current renewable share (%)20%
Fossil % to replace32.4%
Emissions avoided (Mt)746.5
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter percentage share for coal, gas, oil, nuclear, wind, solar, and hydro — they should sum to 100%.
- Set total electricity demand (TWh/yr) and your target COâ‚‚ reduction (%).
- Review Weighted Grid Emission Factor, Required Renewable Share (%), and current grid COâ‚‚ per TWh.
- Use the required renewable share as a planning target for utility-scale energy transition.
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