Consultancy
I have extensive experience in consultancy projects, providing advice on a range of topics as well as performing technical due diligence.
I help organisations, from public institutions to corporates and investors, solve complex problems at the intersection of energy systems, carbon strategy, and long-term decarbonisation goals. Whether you’re navigating grid transformation, offshore wind and storage integration, or national energy planning challenges, I bring evidence-based insight and a practical roadmap that translates strategy into impact.
Due to confidentiality agreements, I cannot disclose client names or share full reports, but you can get a strong sense of my skills and approach by exploring the studies and publications available on this site.
Energy Trilemma Dashboard
Based on my work as a board member of the World Energy Council's Future Energy Leaders programme, this interactive dashboard visualises the WEC Trilemma Index 2024 across 70+ countries. Explore trade-offs between energy security, equity, and environmental sustainability, simulate policy scenarios, and compare countries head-to-head.
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LCOE Feasibility Simulator
As an example of tools that can be developed from my research and consultancy work, the interactive calculator below estimates the Levelized Cost of Electricity (LCOE) for power generation projects.
It allows a rapid economic feasibility test by incorporating parameters such as system degradation, solar irradiation conditions, and historical grid disruption patterns. This type of tool can support early-stage decision making before conducting detailed techno-economic studies.
Electricity Load Forecaster
Based on 👉 this paper, I developed a simple Electricity Load Forecaster for European countries.
It takes into consideration temperature, historical demand, and period of the year to estimate the daily electricity consumption. This is an example of what I can develop via machine learning using historical data. It showcases the type of services I can provide to governments and institutions looking to analyse the impact of specific geopolitical or technological disruptions on future demand.
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Pumped Hydro and Wind Coupling Study
Another relevant example comes from 👉 this paper The study explores the revenue dynamics between wind generation and pumped-hydro storage, highlighting the additional financial value that can be achieved when storage is integrated with variable renewable energy sources. The analysis was performed using an in-house optimisation algorithm, providing a preliminary assessment of the economic benefits associated with coupling these technologies and illustrating how coordinated operation can enhance the overall value of renewable generation.
LFP Battery Degradation Explorer
Based on the work of Schimpe et al. (2018) 👉 this paper developed a simple battery degradation explorer that allows you to adjust temperature, state of charge and cycling to see how a 3 Ah LiFePO4 cell loses capacity over time. Pin scenarios to compare them side by side.
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💼 What I Offer
- 🧠 Strategic Energy & Decarbonisation Advisory — grounded in academic research and field experience.
- ♻️ Carbon Neutrality & Net Zero Pathways — realistic, measurable, and aligned with policy and market drivers.
- 📈 Techno-Economic Modelling & Feasibility Studies — to support investment decisions and policy design.
- 📋 Tailored Workshops & Executive Briefings — clear, actionable briefings for boards and leadership teams.
🛠️ Why Work With Me
Clients choose me because I don’t just diagnose, I help build practical pathways from where you are to where you want to be. I leverage a blend of academic rigour, international research leadership, and real-world project experience to inform decisions that matter.
🤝 Let’s Talk
Interested in exploring a project, collaboration, or energy transition challenge?
👉 Email me at jgracagomes@gmail.com