3.2 Rate Effects - One of the secondary metrics associated with evaluation of IRP results in the 2020 IRP is rate effects. - Despite rate effects being a secondary evaluation metric in the IRP, they do not further inform the - results of a...
AI summary The 2020 IRP's rate effects analysis is limited to scenarios with varying DSM and electrification levels, excluding other factors like import pricing and interjurisdictional transmission. E1 argues that the IRP's methodology differs from the established DSM Rate and Bill Impact Analysis (RBIA) model, which has undergone stakeholder review since 2013 and is used in DSM Resource Plan Applications. E1 advocates for using the RBIA model to assess DSM rate impacts.
IRP Results - 1. Scenario 2.0C is identified as the Reference Plan because it achieves the primary IRP objective of determining the least-cost plan (lowest NPVRR w/end effects) to ratepayers using current assumptions and inputs. Due to the...
AI summary Scenario 2.0C is designated as the Reference Plan for its least-cost approach to ratepayers under current assumptions, though DSM investment may align more with Mid-DSM. The IRP's rate analysis is criticized for limited scope, focusing only on DSM and electrification, and not aligning with the DSM RBIA. E1's RBIA is recommended for comprehensive rate impact assessments.
Risk/Level of Uncertainty 4. There is a significant level of risk and uncertainty related to the costs and implementation timelines of the regional integration strategy and the pricing and availability of natural gas Date Filed: January 20...
AI summary The text highlights significant risks and uncertainties related to the regional integration strategy's costs, natural gas pricing, and availability. It suggests that increased DSM investment may be the least-cost plan for ratepayers if these risks materialize, emphasizing the need to consider assumption variations in future DSM planning.