Topic:"Fuel Adjustment Mechanism" in M12780

"With DSM" tab The "With DSM" tab provides annual cost allocation to rate classes based on long-term usage as included in NS Power's most recent Annual ten-year Load Forecast Report. This usage already reflects inclusion of DSM Program eff...

AI summary The 'With DSM' tab allocates annual FAM costs to rate classes using NS Power's load forecast, which includes DSM program effects. FAM costs for 2023-2035 are calculated via a two-step process: applying 2022 blended unit FAM costs to forecasted MWh usage, then scaling to match total annual FAM costs using a formula incorporating previous year costs and energy requirement deltas.

"No DSM" tab The "No DSM" tab provides annual cost allocation to rate classes absent DSM. The FAM-related costs in years 2011–2035 are calculated using the following process: - Annual FAM costs for each class are calculated by multiplying...

AI summary The 'No DSM' tab calculates annual Fuel Adjustment Mechanism (FAM) costs without Demand Side Management (DSM) savings. It uses blended unit FAM costs, scales class-specific costs to match total FAM estimates, and applies a formula incorporating energy requirement deltas and avoided FAM costs from the 'With DSM' case.