Topic:"System Reliability" in M06733

2.5.5 Further Societal Non-energy Benefits Demand-side resources also generate additional non-energy benefits for society as a whole that include energy security benefits from a reduced reliance on imported fossil fuels, reduced production...

AI summary Demand-side resources provide non-energy societal benefits, including enhanced energy security through reduced fossil fuel reliance, decreased hazardous waste from coal combustion, and lower water consumption by fossil-fired thermal plants.

Notes: These resource plans are based on 2014 IRP assumptions. Plans could be further optimized based on more recent assumptions for the near term. Half-Low DSM - Mersey Expansion not required for capacity. Added for economics. No capacity...

AI summary Resource plans based on 2014 IRP assumptions suggest no capacity additions until 2024 under Half-Low DSM, with Mersey Expansion not required. A PPA for RES is needed in 2023 but is oversized. Lingan unit retirement may free transmission for PH Biomass. Plans may be optimized with updated assumptions.

rs back into the marketplace if increased investment is required in the future. Is that not correct? Mr. Pickles: No. Mr. Gogan: You don't consider there would be harm done to the relationship? Mr. Pickles: Not if the exit from a particula...

AI summary The discussion highlights concerns that E1 has not demonstrated the cost of recreating DSM capacity if spending is reduced, questioning the validity of comparing future DSM investments to current system needs. Mr. Drazen analogizes DSM to potential NSPI generation projects, emphasizing that investments must align with system requirements. The dialogue also addresses communication and expectations around program exits and subsidies.