Home Contact
Jackson Associates JA Clients Previous Applications Analysis/Consulting
Database Summaries 15-Min Hourly Loads RECS Hourly Databases MAISY Household Databases Scope 3 Financed Emissions Database Applications Q&A
CEDMS & REDMS Models Grid Impact Load Models
Publications Miscellaneous Items

Grid Impact Model Demo Download



No registration     Excel workbook with AI forecasting engine     No system setting changes     Remove by deleting files
        
  1. The Download Process
  2. Add a new local folder for the download (e.g. C:/gimdemo)
  3. Specify the folder as a trusted location to enable macros (This is important; for help ask chatgpt how to do this)
  4. Click the Download button at the left and unzip files to the new folder
  5. Navigate to the new folder (important) and double-click on gimdemo.xlsm
  6. Check out the Demo Helpful Hints section for assistance
  • Download Helpful Hints
  • A "File Not Found" error will be encountered if the download folder containing gimdemo.xlsm is not the default folder. Use file explorer to navigate to the download folder to make it the default before double-clicking gidemo.xlsm
  • View the 5-minute Online Viewer Presentation for an example EV impact analysis
  • Once you download and take a look at the demo, consider letting us do a 15-minute telephone walk-through to answer any questions. Just shoot us an Email


Download with Confidence - Safe, Secure, Private and Local

This downloadable Excel demo is completely self-contained and runs locally on your computer.
  • No system changes – The workbook does not install any software, modify settings, or make registry edits. It functions entirely within Excel in a single folder.
  • No external communication – It does not connect to the internet, send or receive data, or communicate with any external servers, APIs, or cloud services.
  • No dependencies – It runs using standard Excel functions and built-in macros only. There are no add-ins, plug-ins, DLLs, or third-party components required.
  • Safe to open and test offline – You can run the demo with your network disconnected and it will operate exactly the same.
  • Isolated from your system – All files, inputs, and outputs remain inside the workbook folder—nothing touches or alters other applications or settings.
  • Single zipped download file - gimdemo.zip file includes (1) gimdemo.xlsm workbook, (2) gim.exe AI forecasting engine, and (3) GIM customer database for two Orlando ZIP codes

Included in the Grid Impact Model Demo

  • Excel workbook, AI compiled forecasting model with limited DSM/DER/VPP customer forecasting functionality
  • Forecasting Options
    • Forecast year: current year
    • Results options: (1) service Area/ZIP/neighborhood or (2) individual customer and customer segment results
    • General analysis options: (1) future EV ownership, (2) weather extremes
    • DSM options: EV managed charging and TOU rates
  • Actual utility customer data for two Orlando Zip codes

Included in a Grid Impact Model Implemented for Your Utility

  • Excel workbook, AI compiled forecating model with full DSM/DER/VPP customer forecasting functionality
  • Forecasting Options
    • Forecast year: current year, 2030, 2035; ZIP-level customer growth forecasts based on historical ZIP data
    • Results options: (1) service area/ZIP/neighborhood or (2) individual customer and customer segment results
    • General analysis options: (1) future EV ownership, (2) weather extremes, (3) electrification assumptions
    • DSM/DER options: (1) EV managed charging and TOU rates, (2) space heating , AC water heating managed charging, (3) EV and home batteries load contributions, EVs and home batteries: managed charging and load contributions (4) rate tariffs and (5) behavior-based programs
    • VPP options: virtual power plant analysis combining any or all DSM/DER programs
  • Actual utility customer data for your customers in service area ZIP codes - curated by us; no utility customer contact or utility staff time required
  • Optional model or analysis customization

Questions?

If you have questions about the Grid Impact Model methodology, customer data or applications or if you would like a quick demo run-through send us an Email and we will get right back with an answer or to schedule a time to talk.