Abstract: Relevant inputs are obtained, including details of the DER and potential locations for the DER, from a user. Using that information, initial price predictions are developed. With those price predictions, an initial optimization of the location economics and operating schedule are developed for each location. Based on the optimization output, a final price prediction which includes the effects of the DERs, operating per the initial operating schedule is developed for each location. Those results are then optimized to provide the final economics and operating schedule for each location. These final optimization results are provided to the user, preferably sorted in a requested order, such as best economics.