Education & Academia — HOMER Pro & HOMER Grid
Students, Faculties and Research Staff
HOMER Pro and HOMER Grid are widely used in academic settings for research and education, empowering students and teachers to explore and understand complex energy challenges through practical modeling and optimization.
Students
HOMER Pro and HOMER Grid are widely used in academic settings for research and education. They allow students to learn about energy systems, optimization, and modeling in a practical, hands-on way.
The software features a user-friendly interface, the ability to simulate various energy scenarios, and extensive documentation and support — making it an ideal platform for students at all levels to build real-world skills in energy system design and analysis.
Why students choose HOMER
- ✓ Intuitive, user-friendly interface — build your first model in a single session
- ✓ Simulate diverse energy scenarios: solar, wind, hydro, diesel, batteries, hydrogen, and more
- ✓ Extensive documentation, tutorials, and community support
- ✓ Industry-standard tool used by 250,000+ professionals worldwide
Advantages for Faculties and Research Staff
- ✓ Flexible classroom licensing options (seats, labs, and campus-wide)
- ✓ Create engaging, interactive lessons around real-world energy challenges
- ✓ Build custom scenarios tailored to your curriculum
- ✓ Access teaching resources and guides designed for educators
- ✓ Support collaborative learning with group projects and shared models
Faculties and Research Staff
HOMER Pro and HOMER Grid are valuable tools for faculties and research staff in the field of energy systems. They can be used to create engaging and interactive lessons, allowing students to explore real-world energy challenges and solutions.
With the ability to create custom scenarios, availability of teaching resources, and support for collaborative learning, HOMER is an ideal platform for educators looking to bring practical energy modeling into the classroom.
Case Studies
Use HOMER to explore real-world case studies of energy system design and optimization, from remote microgrids to urban commercial installations.
Projects & Assignments
Assign students to design, simulate, and optimize their own energy systems — building practical skills they can take into industry or graduate research.
Research
Support thesis and dissertation work with a peer-validated, widely-cited modeling tool that reviewers trust and recognize.
How to Get Started
Register account
Register for a free account to access HOMER Pro, HOMER Grid, and educational resources. Start modeling energy systems today.
Create AccountRequest Student or Academic status
From “My Profile”, request student or academic status. Allow us up to 24h to review and approve your request.
Accepted proof includes:
- Current university ID with an expiration date
- A current dated letter on departmental or institutional letterhead proving affiliation
- Copy of the current course schedule with their name and the name of the school visible
Free Trial & Subscription
You can start a free 14 days trial or directly subscribe to HOMER Pro and HOMER Grid.
Empower learning and research in energy systems
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UL Solutions HOMER Grid is built-on the trusted HOMER software engine used by more than 250,000 energy professionals in over 190 countries, plus the independent engineering expertise of our large advisory team. HOMER software optimizes the value of your hybrid power systems and energy storage whether the system is standalone, grid-connected, behind- or in front-of-the-meter.
Products include HOMER Pro for determining the best, least-cost solution for microgrids; HOMER Grid for designing behind-the-meter, grid-connected systems that save on electricity bills, reduce peak loads, and lower carbon footprints; and HOMER Front to maximize project IRR in utility-scale energy storage whether standalone or combined with other energy resources such as solar or wind.
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