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These statistical statements represent forecasted renewable energy generation; they’re useful for estimating project returns and sizing debt One basic project finance foundation I have come to understand while at Pivotal180,… NewsPivotal180 Newsletter April 2026 In this newsletter, we have included the following content: Leverage Constraints Online Mini-Course Available Now New Online Course: Advanced Project Finance Debt Modeling Monthly Webinar Series Launch Free Resources Update… OpinionUnderwriting Careers Underwriting Careers For she who knows, and knows she knows, shall leap beyond this carousel. 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The longer answer is more complicated, but I will… WebinarProject Finance Modelling for Mining & Natural Resources – Webinar with Citi and HSF Kramer Webinar In this webinar, Pivotal180 and co-hosts Citi and HSF Kramer discuss the nature, risks and drivers of debt sizing for energy and resources deals, with a focus on how… OpinionTeaching vs Training: A Personal Reflection on 8 months with Pivotal180 Teaching vs Training: A Personal Reflection on 8 months with Pivotal180 After eight years in the classroom as a graduate TA and eight months in professional training, I find myself standing at an intersection of two… NewsPivotal180 Newsletter February 2026 Dear there, In this newsletter, we have included the following content: Welcome Amir Mehr! Introduction to Project Finance Modeling Free Webinar: Project Finance Modeling for Mining & Natural Resources Free Resources Update… OpinionDSRA Circular Reference in Excel – 3 Ways to Fix It How to Fix DSRA Circular References in Your Project Finance Model You have spent hours building your project finance model. The debt is sculpted. The waterfall is flowing. Then you… BlogWhy do developers and engineers need to understand project finance models? Part 2 Anyone making project development, design and investment decisions must understand models to make smart choices and spend their time wisely. Our EPC contractor quit on us four days before… OpinionCorporate PPAs Explained: Structure, Benefits, and Key Risks If you work in renewable energy or project finance, you have likely heard the buzz. Everyone is talking about Corporate Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs). 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