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Financial Modeling of 25MW Solar Plant under PPA with State
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Financial Modeling of 25MW Solar Plant under PPA with State

Learn Financial Modeling and Sensitivity Analysis of 25 MW Solar Power Plant when electricity sell to state
Created byRESG Academy
Last updated 9/2025
English

What you'll learn

  • Financial Modeling of 25MW of Solar Power Plant considering Electricity Sell to State under Power Purchase Agreement
  • Formulation of Initial Parameters in Excel Sheet
  • Profit and Loss Account Statement in Excel Sheet
  • Taxable income and Tax Calculation in Excel Sheet
  • Cash Flow Analysis
  • Calculation of Internal Rate of Return
  • Calculation of Cumulative Saving Over 25 Years Lifespan
  • Calculation of Net Present Value
  • Calculation of Exact Payback Points
  • Calculation of Accelerated Depreciation
  • Calculation of AD Benefits in Tax
  • Sensitivity Analysis of Feed In Tariff on %IRR
  • Sensitivity Analysis of Feed In Tariff on Savings
  • Sensitivity Analysis of Feed In Tariff on NPV
  • Sensitivity Analysis of Feed In Tariff on Payback Period

Course content

3 sections8 lectures1h 13m total length
  • Formulation of Parameters of Financial Model10:06
  • Loan Repayment Schedule8:22
  • Profit and Loss Account Statement13:05
  • Taxable Income and Tax Calculation9:47
  • Cash Flow Analysis11:06
  • IRR, NPV, Cumulative Savings and Payback Calculation9:33
  • Financial Snapshot and Graphical Representation3:03

Requirements

  • Pen, Notebook, Calculator and Laptop
  • Microsoft Excel 2007 Onwards
  • Curiosity about knowledge in solar field
  • Enthusiasm to learn
  • Basic knowledge of Excel (formulas, formatting, and simple calculations).
  • Fundamental understanding of solar power plants or energy projects (preferred but not mandatory).
  • No prior experience in finance is required – concepts will be explained in a beginner-friendly way.

Description

The renewable energy sector is booming, and large-scale solar power projects are at the center of this growth. One of the most critical skills for professionals, investors, and entrepreneurs in the solar industry is the ability to analyze, evaluate, and model the financial viability of solar power plants.

This comprehensive course, “Financial Modeling of 25MW Solar Plant under PPA with State”, is designed to give you practical, hands-on expertise in developing and analyzing the financial model of a utility-scale solar project using Excel.

You will learn step-by-step how to build a Master Financial Model, starting from project assumptions and revenues, to profitability, taxation, IRR, NPV, payback, and sensitivity analysis. By the end of this course, you will not only understand the numbers but also be able to make informed investment and business decisions in the solar sector.


What You’ll Learn

  • How to set up initial project parameters for a 25 MW solar plant under a state PPA.

  • Preparation of a Profit and Loss Statement for solar projects.

  • Taxable income and tax calculation techniques.

  • Performing a detailed cash flow analysis.

  • Calculation of key financial indicators:

    • Internal Rate of Return (IRR)

    • Cumulative Savings over 25 years

    • Net Present Value (NPV)

    • Exact Payback Period

  • Conducting sensitivity analysis on feed-in tariffs to understand project risks and returns.

  • Generating a professional, investor-ready Excel model.


This course focuses on practical financial modeling, ensuring you can confidently analyze real-world solar projects.


Prerequisites

  • Basic knowledge of Excel (formulas, formatting, and simple calculations).

  • Fundamental understanding of solar power plants or energy projects (preferred but not mandatory).

  • No prior experience in finance is required – concepts will be explained in a beginner-friendly way.


Who Should Take This Course?

This course is perfect for:

  • Solar industry business persons and investors seeking to evaluate project profitability.

  • Entrepreneurs interested in starting solar businesses or participating in solar tenders.

  • Solar accountants and finance professionals who want to master solar project balance sheets.

  • Solar engineers and technicians aiming to upgrade from technical knowledge to financial analysis.

  • Students and fresh graduates in renewable energy, finance, or engineering who want industry-ready skills.


Why Take This Course?

  • Practical Learning: Work directly in Excel to build a usable financial model.

  • Career Growth: Gain a highly valuable skill set for the booming renewable energy industry.

  • Business Decision-Making: Learn how to evaluate investment opportunities and risks.

  • Comprehensive Coverage: From project revenue and tax planning to IRR, NPV, and sensitivity analysis, all financial aspects are covered.

  • Real-World Application: The course is designed with actual solar project scenarios under state PPA contracts.


This course explains the Following Parameters in Detail:

A) Financial Modeling of 25MW of Solar Power Plant under PPA with State

      In the excel Sheet where all parameters are club together to obtain the Final Master Excel Sheet.

     - Formulation of Initial Parameters

     - Profit and Loss Account Statement

     - Taxable income and Tax Calculation

     - Cash Flow Analysis

     - Calculation of Internal Rate of Return

     - Calculation of Cumulative Saving Over 25 Years Lifespan

     -  Calculation of Net Present  Value

     - Calculation of Exact Payback Points

B] Sensitivity Analysis of Solar Power Plant

      - Sensitivity Analysis of Feed In Tariff on Calculation of Internal Rate of Return

     - Sensitivity Analysis of Feed In Tariff on Calculation of Cumulative Saving Over 25 Years Lifespan

     -  Sensitivity Analysis of Feed In Tariff on Calculation of Net Present  Value

     - Sensitivity Analysis of Feed In Tariff on Calculation of Exact Payback Points


  In the excel Sheet where all parameters are explain very well.

     - Formulation of Initial Parameters: Parameters are required for financial modeling

     - Profit and Loss Account Statement: Total Revenue and Expenses

     - Taxable income and Tax Calculation: Parameters for taxable income and tax calculations

     - Cash Flow Analysis: Cash in and Out the system

     - Calculation of Internal Rate of Return: %IRR

     - Calculation of Cumulative Saving Over 25 Years Lifespan: Equity Turnaround the Project

     -  Calculation of Net Present  Value: NPV value

     - Calculation of Exact Payback Points: Payback Period

Who this course is for:

  • Solar industry business persons and investors seeking to evaluate project profitability.
  • Entrepreneurs interested in starting solar businesses or participating in solar tenders.
  • Solar accountants and finance professionals who want to master solar project balance sheets.
  • Solar engineers and technicians aiming to upgrade from technical knowledge to financial analysis.
  • Students and fresh graduates in renewable energy, finance, or engineering who want industry-ready skills.
  • MBA Students
  • Mechanical Students
  • Electrical Students
  • Solar PV Designer
  • Solar Sales Person