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Introduction

Welcome to the S&P Global Energy CERA Power Source ("Power Source") documentation! Here you can explore our comprehensive API documentation and work through our Python tutorials to get the most out of our energy forecasting platform.

What You'll Find Here​

  • API Documentation: Complete reference for all Power Source API endpoints with interactive examples
  • Core Concepts: Essential terminology and concepts used throughout the Power Source platform
  • Sample Code: Ready-to-use Python tutorials for data pipelines, forecast evaluation, and benchmarks
  • Data Dictionary: Comprehensive reference for all data fields and their meanings

Getting Started​

  1. Set up API access: Create an API token from your user profile in the Power Source application
  2. Review core concepts: Familiarize yourself with our data model and terminology
  3. Try the tutorials: Start with our sample code to see practical examples
  4. Explore the API: Use our interactive API documentation to test endpoints

The Power Source Team

Trial Access Only

Access to the Power Source application is restricted to companies that have completed our trial agreement. This policy aligns with agreements between North American Independent System Operators and commercial resellers of market data derivatives.