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Term

A single variable in the model—an input, output, or calculated value.

Block

A modular, nestable group of terms or other blocks used to represent subsystems, logic, or reusable structures.

Scenario

A specific configuration of your model that defines how blocks and assumptions combine to represent a particular outcome or future state.

Project

The top-level container for all related models, scenarios, and views tied to a real-world asset or initiative.

Source

A specific reference that explains where a value came from—like user input, test data, a paper, or past project; acts as a traceable footnote.

Description

Optional plain-text context attached to a term or block; used to clarify intent, usage, or background.

Output

A term flagged as a key result or KPI for analysis, comparison, or reporting.

TEA

A techno-economic analysis that connects technical parameters to financial performance.

CapEx

Capital expenditures—upfront investment costs grouped by system or timeline.

OpEx

Operating expenses—recurring costs modeled over time, like energy, maintenance, or labor.

Assumptions

The foundational inputs and premises that underpin your model—documented, sourced, and trackable for transparency and validation.

Proforma

A time-series financial table showing your project’s cashflow performance across each time step—automatically built from your model and updated in real-time.

Custom Views

Tailored views built by Aire’s project success team that surface exactly what you need—designed around your workflow and stakeholders.

User

A person with access to one or more projects; roles define what they can view or edit.