An Introduction to Load and Resource Analysis for Hydroelectric Power Plants for Professional Engineers

J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A.

Feb 2022 · Guyer Partners

About this eBook

Introductory technical guidance for civil engineers, mechanical engineers and electrical engineers interested in load and resource evaluation for hydroelectric generating projects. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION, 2. PURPOSE OF ANALYSIS, 3. SCOPE OF ANALYSIS, 4. AUTHORITY AND RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS, 5. SOURCES OF FORECAST DATA, 6. LOAD FORECASTING METHODS, 7. GUIDELINES FOR SELECTING A FORECAST, 8. VARIATIONS IN LOAD FORECASTS, 9. LEVEL OF CONSERVATION IN THE FORECAST, 10. LEVEL OF DETAIL REQUIRED IN REPORTS, 11. ANALYSIS OF ENERGY DISPLACEMENT PROJECTS, 12. MARKETABILITY ANALYSIS.

About the author

Paul Guyer is a registered civil engineer, mechanical engineer, fire protection engineer and architect with 35 years of experience designing buildings and related infrastructure. For an additional 9 years he was a principal staff advisor to the California Legislature on capital outlay and infrastructure issues. He is a graduate of Stanford University and has held numerous national, state and local offices with the American Society of Civil Engineers, Architectural Engineering Institute and National Society of Professional Engineers. He is a Fellow of ASCE, AEI and CABE (U.K.).