Topic:"Fuel Cost Adjustment" in M03669

The table below provides a brief profile of each of the key measures or systems considered for this pilot. SYSTEMS PROFILES WOOD STOVES Eligibility: EPA-certified stoves in homes with no existing non-electric secondary heating system Insta...

AI summary The text outlines key measures and systems considered for a pilot, including wood and pellet stoves, and wood boilers/furnaces. It details eligibility criteria, installed costs, and market observations, noting differences in demand and adoption rates between urban and rural areas.

7 Potential Factors Encouraging Fuel Substitution Over half of EUS respondents did not answer or said nothing would cause a change, while 40% of FSS respondents answered 'don't know/not sure'. Beyond this group, the largest response by far...

AI summary Over half of EUS respondents did not indicate any factors encouraging fuel substitution, while 40% of FSS respondents were unsure. The most cited factor was lowered costs and cost savings, mentioned by 30% of respondents, with conversion incentives influencing at least 10% of FSS respondents.

- (3) Source: Base Cost of Fuel Cost of Service Allocation of Fuel Expenses among Rate Classes" table under Cost Allocation Factors in Appendix C of the 2011 Base Cost of Fuel Compliance Filing submission. - (4) Source: Base Cost of Fuel C...

AI summary The text references a table from the 2011 Base Cost of Fuel Compliance Filing submission, which allocates fuel expenses among rate classes. It mentions that all residential rate classes will use the same unit fixed cost estimate.

is generation, are matters determined when the procurement programs are executed. 13 Stakeholder NPB Topic Fuel Suggestions/Comments Natural Gas Base Case should use NYMEX rather than PIRA. Response Forward strips are not appropriate for l...

AI summary Stakeholders are providing feedback on fuel pricing models, capital cost assumptions, and renewable energy capacity factors in the context of a regulatory proceeding. NSPI responds by emphasizing the use of long-term forecasting models, adjusting capital cost ranges, and confirming the appropriateness of on-shore wind capacity factors.

Market Function The concept of market function captures the elements of the marketplace in which energy consumption decisions are made. In a perfect market, a number of elements would be in place to support energy efficient choices because...

AI summary The text discusses the concept of market function in energy consumption, emphasizing the importance of true energy cost and the role of externalized greenhouse gas emissions. It highlights the need for a perfect market where energy efficiency and renewable energy sources are economically viable and accessible. Government intervention is noted as necessary for capturing external costs, with examples from the northeastern United States.

[Exhibit E-1, p. 12] [47] For 2012, ENSC forecasts annual energy and demand savings of 233.6 GWh and 44 MW respectively. On a cumulative basis, forecast energy savings are 543 GWh compared to an IRP target of 500 GWh and the cumulative for...

AI summary The 2012 DSM Plan by ENSC is evaluated for its energy and demand savings forecasts, with support from NPB, Avon, and the CA. However, EAC suggests opportunities for improvement, particularly in lighting and residential programs. Concerns are raised about the high costs of fuel substitution measures and potential overestimation of savings due to discrepancies in net-to-gross ratios.

Undertaking U-2 Provide the calculations supporting the rate impact of the 2012 DSM plan on Ell customers, assuming the plan is at the 158.5 Gwh level as proposed by Multeese. Response U-2: The calculation is as follows: From Table 1 of Ap...

AI summary The response calculates the rate impact of the 2012 DSM plan on ELI customers, showing a net cost of -$0.5 million after adjusting for fuel savings. It uses data from Appendix B (revised April 14) and Exhibit E-12, scaling program costs and applying a 20% allocation for ELI customers based on NSPI sales.

nalysis. As there was no opportunity to cross-examine Mr. Whalen on his Undertaking responses, as they were filed after the close of the hearing, we will address the primary issues in this Submission. First, Mr. Whalen's analysis is premis...

AI summary The analysis criticizes Mr. Whalen's assumption of $80/MWh avoided fuel cost as unsupported, citing NSPI's 2010 report showing lower average marginal costs ($48.73/MWh on-peak, $44.69/MWh off-peak), suggesting his calculations may be overstated.

Undertakings of Mel Whalen According to EAC's analysis and interpretation of Undertaking 2, the ELI class is actually in a position to benefit by $500,000 in fuel cost savings from a DSM budget of 53.4 million. ELI is expected to pay 2 mil...

AI summary The analysis argues that ELI (a rate class) benefits from DSM budget increases through fuel cost savings and should support expanded DSM programs. It criticizes ELI's opposition to increased DSM ambition, noting they stand to gain from avoided capacity costs and rate stabilization. The text highlights underestimation of benefits in Undertaking 2/3 and calls for equitable program provisions.