Green Lecture Series: Rethinking Local Energy Choices and CostsCUSP | Univ of Guelph
The document discusses energy choices and costs in Houghton County, Michigan. It provides an overview of the current energy landscape, including utility rates and sources over time. It then analyzes key legislative acts that impacted the system. Looking forward, it discusses rethinking energy at the individual and community level. Houghton County is participating in the Georgetown University Energy Prize competition to increase efficiency and transition to more renewable regional generation by 2040 to support local economic and social sustainability.
An analysis of california’s electric utility industry introducing competitio...Blake Wedekind
A research paper that examines the economic forces behind the electricity market in California, specifically on the competition between Investor Owned Utilities (IOUs) and Community Choice Aggregation programs (CCAs). I develop a theoretical model using microeconomic theory to evaluate the nature and effectiveness of an 'exit fee' assessed to CCA customers, known as the Power Charge Indifference Adjustment (PCIA). Background information on the history of the electricity market, the development of the IOU, Community Choice Aggregation, and relevant legislation are also discussed.
Compares what solar energy advocates want you to believe to how solar energy performs in real life. Covers costs, efficiency, impact on consumers, solar resources. Discusses Georgia's electricity rates compared to other states and energy mix, Georgia's Territory Act and the potential impact of deregulation, and HB 657.
The document summarizes funding available from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 for various energy efficiency and renewable energy programs administered by the U.S. Department of Energy. Key programs discussed include the Weatherization Assistance Program, Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grants, and funding for solar, wind, geothermal, biomass and other clean energy technologies.
The document provides an overview of three models for community solar projects: utility-sponsored projects, projects sponsored by special purpose entities (SPEs), and non-profit sponsored projects. For utility-sponsored projects, utilities own or operate solar projects that customers can voluntarily participate in by contributing payments upfront or ongoing to support the project in exchange for bill credits proportional to their contribution and the project's electricity production. For SPE models, individual investors form a business to develop a solar project and receive returns through electricity offsets or project ownership. For non-profit models, donors contribute to a solar installation owned by a non-profit and receive no direct financial benefits.
Green Lecture Series: Rethinking Local Energy Choices and CostsCUSP | Univ of Guelph
The document discusses energy choices and costs in Houghton County, Michigan. It provides an overview of the current energy landscape, including utility rates and sources over time. It then analyzes key legislative acts that impacted the system. Looking forward, it discusses rethinking energy at the individual and community level. Houghton County is participating in the Georgetown University Energy Prize competition to increase efficiency and transition to more renewable regional generation by 2040 to support local economic and social sustainability.
An analysis of california’s electric utility industry introducing competitio...Blake Wedekind
A research paper that examines the economic forces behind the electricity market in California, specifically on the competition between Investor Owned Utilities (IOUs) and Community Choice Aggregation programs (CCAs). I develop a theoretical model using microeconomic theory to evaluate the nature and effectiveness of an 'exit fee' assessed to CCA customers, known as the Power Charge Indifference Adjustment (PCIA). Background information on the history of the electricity market, the development of the IOU, Community Choice Aggregation, and relevant legislation are also discussed.
Compares what solar energy advocates want you to believe to how solar energy performs in real life. Covers costs, efficiency, impact on consumers, solar resources. Discusses Georgia's electricity rates compared to other states and energy mix, Georgia's Territory Act and the potential impact of deregulation, and HB 657.
The document summarizes funding available from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 for various energy efficiency and renewable energy programs administered by the U.S. Department of Energy. Key programs discussed include the Weatherization Assistance Program, Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grants, and funding for solar, wind, geothermal, biomass and other clean energy technologies.
The document provides an overview of three models for community solar projects: utility-sponsored projects, projects sponsored by special purpose entities (SPEs), and non-profit sponsored projects. For utility-sponsored projects, utilities own or operate solar projects that customers can voluntarily participate in by contributing payments upfront or ongoing to support the project in exchange for bill credits proportional to their contribution and the project's electricity production. For SPE models, individual investors form a business to develop a solar project and receive returns through electricity offsets or project ownership. For non-profit models, donors contribute to a solar installation owned by a non-profit and receive no direct financial benefits.
Our Energy Future- Mabell Garcia-Paine, Willdan Energy SolutionsContract Cities
The document discusses California's allocation of funds from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) for energy efficiency and renewable energy programs. The California Energy Commission was allocated $275.6 million for programs like the State Energy Program and Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program. Small cities and counties in California will receive $49.6 million in funding from the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program. The State Energy Program will focus $96 million on programs like municipal financing for energy improvements and building retrofits. The document provides details on funding amounts, eligible projects and application processes for these programs.
The document summarizes energy issues and opportunities in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. It discusses the region's reliance on distant power sources, high electricity rates, and the upcoming closure of its largest power plant. To improve reliability, affordability and local economic development, the document advocates developing local renewable energy and efficiency. It analyzes the region's energy landscape and regulations, and identifies 52 advanced energy technologies that could help achieve greater energy independence and sustainability.
Federal, State and Local Stimulus Dollars- Promoting Energy Efficiency Today ...Alliance To Save Energy
Presentation from the Alliance to Save Energy's 2010 Great Energy Efficiency Day, which took place on March 10, 2010 in the Dirksen Senate Office Building in Washington, DC.
Performance Based Incentives Electrification In Ethiopialmaurer
1) An Output-Based Aid project in Ethiopia is helping accelerate electricity connections for rural households and promote energy efficiency.
2) The project provides subsidies to the state-owned utility contingent on meeting targets for new connections and ongoing service provision. As part of the connection package, poor households receive two energy-efficient compact fluorescent lamps.
3) By making connections more affordable and promoting efficient lighting, the project aims to address the "last mile paradox" where households cannot afford the initial connection cost despite being able to pay ongoing electricity bills, and to reduce costs for both customers and the utility.
Community Choice Aggregation comes to San Diego, CaliforniaKyle Knoebel
This document discusses community choice aggregation (CCA) as an alternative to investor-owned utilities for electricity provision. CCA allows local governments to purchase or generate power for residents and businesses in their jurisdiction. Benefits include community control over rates and energy sources as well as potential local economic growth. However, risks include higher rates if mismanaged or costs from leaving existing utilities. Examples provided demonstrate savings CCA programs have achieved in other areas of California and the United States.
This document discusses community solar policies in the Southeast United States. It notes that utilities currently have sole authority for community solar programs, and that third-party competition would require additional legislation in most states. It outlines the community solar and solar policies of different states in the region. Key challenges include legalizing third-party involvement and determining fair rates and credits for solar energy exported to the grid. Potential solutions discussed include utility-sponsored programs, leveraging funding sources, and permitting third parties under certain conditions. Examples of positive community solar programs in North Carolina and South Carolina are provided.
Canadian Slides: Growth Opportunities in the USAEliot Norman
The document summarizes funding and opportunities provided by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) or stimulus act. It allocates $787 billion across various sectors including energy/environment ($98B), transportation ($49B), and health care ($24.7B+$10B). The act provides substantial funding for clean energy, renewable energy projects, energy efficiency retrofits, and smart grid technologies. It discusses how European and Canadian companies can participate in stimulus projects through strategic partnerships, government contracting, and ensuring a US presence.
Community Choice Aggregation (CCA) is a system adopted in California that allows cities and counties to aggregate the buying power of customers to secure alternative energy supply contracts. CCAs now serve over 5% of Americans in more than 1,300 municipalities. CCAs act as public utilities that negotiate with suppliers rather than relying on traditional utility models. CCAs can provide cleaner energy, often from local renewable sources, at a lower cost than traditional utilities. California's law enables CCAs and requires automatic enrollment with an opt-out option. Many California local governments explored CCAs in 2007 to increase their use of renewable energy beyond utility standards.
Fact Sheet: Solar Myths & Misconceptions - The Costs of Going SolarThe Solar Foundation
This document from The Solar Foundation dispels common myths about the costs of solar energy. It summarizes that the upfront costs of solar installations can be challenging but financing options like power purchase agreements or solar leases allow homeowners to adopt solar without large upfront costs. Solar panels have low maintenance needs and typically pay for themselves within 7-15 years, with some areas seeing payback in as little as 5 years. Installing solar can also increase property values and help homes sell faster.
Panelist slides from CEE's Policy forum on electric co-op innovation.
Jim Horan, MN Rural Electric Association
Beth Soholt, Wind on the Wires
Ryan Hentges, MN Valley Electric Cooperative
Jessica Burdette, MN Department of Commerce
LABC Solar Fit 4 LA presentation to MVCCSherri Akers
The LABC has made this presentation to the MVCC Green Committee and the following motion will be presented to the MVCC Board on Tuesday night Sept 14th.
The Mar Vista Community Council would like to extend our support to the Los Angeles Business
Council/UCLA’s proposed 600 MW Feed-in Tariff (FiT) program for the City of Los Angeles. We agree that the LABC/UCLA proposed program is an important step that our city can take right now to promote renewable energy in Los Angeles.
The LABC/UCLA Solar FiT program has already attracted the strong support of organizations
representing business, labor, the environment and numerous communities from around the city. We are pleased to join this extensive coalition of supporters because we believe the program offers great environmental and economic benefits for Los Angeles and its residents.
This document discusses a review of rebate policies for solar PV adoption in the Northeastern United States. It begins with an introduction that outlines the benefits of solar PV generation and the high upfront costs that are a barrier to widespread adoption. It then discusses the role of rebate policies in stimulating demand for residential solar installations by reducing upfront costs. The document provides an overview of existing literature on solar policies including rebates and analyzes installation trends in Northeast states given their rebate programs. It concludes with a benefit-cost analysis of state rebate policies.
1) Procurement officers play an important leadership role in acquiring goods and services for local governments in an efficient and effective manner. Developing Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for novel acquisitions like solar energy systems can be challenging.
2) The document provides examples of two cities' experiences with developing solar RFPs. Milwaukee initially developed restrictive RFPs that received overly expensive bids, but successful RFPs incorporated feedback and made requirements more flexible and outcome-based. San Jose also found success making its RFP more flexible based on stakeholder input.
3) Developing a successful solar RFP involves starting with a clear goal, involving stakeholders early, and including essential elements like system specifications,
1. Rural electrification in Laos has expanded significantly over the past decades. In 1975, only 5% of families had access to electricity, but electrification reached 87% of households by 2014 through grid extensions and off-grid solutions.
2. Models for rural electrification in Laos include connecting households to the national grid, off-grid solutions like solar home systems and mini-grids, and a "Power to the Poor" program that provides interest-free credit to help the poorest households afford grid connections.
3. Key drivers of success for rural electrification in Laos have been sustained government commitment and funding, utility-driven grid expansion combined with off-grid programs, financial support from international donors
Lima | Jan-16 | Healthy and sustainable lighting for the poor people: The ca...Smart Villages
Manfred Horn
[English] The Lima Smart Villages Workshop aimed to facilitate the analysis and exchange between the public and private sectors and civil society, from first-hand experiences in the field of energy in rural off-grid communities. Topics for discussion include rural electrification; energy generation and distribution; the inclusion of renewable energy sources (RES) in the energy matrix; productive use of energy in rural communities; clean cooking technologies; efficient heating; and rural energy entrepreneurship. The discussions are aimed at outlining new prospects for reducing rural poverty in South American countries through the access and use of sustainable energy sources.
[Español] Dinamizar el análisis e intercambio entre el sector público y privado, a partir de experiencias en el campo de la electrificación rural fuera de la red, la generación distribuida y la penetración de las energías renovables en la matriz energética; a fin de esbozar nuevas perspectivas para reducir la pobreza en América Latina.
More info: http://e4sv.org/events/lima-smart-villages-workshop/
Equity in Transportation Electrification Projects by Sergio LópezForth
Sergio López, Program Manager at Forth gave this presentation at the Oregon Utilities Virtual Convening on Transportation Electrification on August 6, 2020.
A presentation by James King (2016) providing an overview of Ellensburg's Community Solar & Renewables Park focusing on history and development, successes of the project, and potential improvements for the future.
For the first time, the significant contributions of military veterans to the solar industry have been documented in a joint report from The Solar Foundation and Operation Free, Veterans in Solar: Securing America’s Energy Future. The brief report shows that the U.S. solar industry employs 13,192 veterans of the armed forces, a figure which represents 9.2% of all solar workers in the nation, exceeding the percentage of veteran employment in the overall economy. Importantly, the report also explores the challenges of connecting highly-skilled military veterans with positions in the solar industry that match their abilities. Read the report for more details and future steps to expand opportunities for veterans in solar energy, and visit VetsinSolar.org for future updates.
Official Jharkhand solar power policy 2013 Document.
This document is not a work of Headway Solar (http://headwaysolar.com/) and it has been released here for the benefit of the general public.
Our Energy Future- Mabell Garcia-Paine, Willdan Energy SolutionsContract Cities
The document discusses California's allocation of funds from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) for energy efficiency and renewable energy programs. The California Energy Commission was allocated $275.6 million for programs like the State Energy Program and Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program. Small cities and counties in California will receive $49.6 million in funding from the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program. The State Energy Program will focus $96 million on programs like municipal financing for energy improvements and building retrofits. The document provides details on funding amounts, eligible projects and application processes for these programs.
The document summarizes energy issues and opportunities in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. It discusses the region's reliance on distant power sources, high electricity rates, and the upcoming closure of its largest power plant. To improve reliability, affordability and local economic development, the document advocates developing local renewable energy and efficiency. It analyzes the region's energy landscape and regulations, and identifies 52 advanced energy technologies that could help achieve greater energy independence and sustainability.
Federal, State and Local Stimulus Dollars- Promoting Energy Efficiency Today ...Alliance To Save Energy
Presentation from the Alliance to Save Energy's 2010 Great Energy Efficiency Day, which took place on March 10, 2010 in the Dirksen Senate Office Building in Washington, DC.
Performance Based Incentives Electrification In Ethiopialmaurer
1) An Output-Based Aid project in Ethiopia is helping accelerate electricity connections for rural households and promote energy efficiency.
2) The project provides subsidies to the state-owned utility contingent on meeting targets for new connections and ongoing service provision. As part of the connection package, poor households receive two energy-efficient compact fluorescent lamps.
3) By making connections more affordable and promoting efficient lighting, the project aims to address the "last mile paradox" where households cannot afford the initial connection cost despite being able to pay ongoing electricity bills, and to reduce costs for both customers and the utility.
Community Choice Aggregation comes to San Diego, CaliforniaKyle Knoebel
This document discusses community choice aggregation (CCA) as an alternative to investor-owned utilities for electricity provision. CCA allows local governments to purchase or generate power for residents and businesses in their jurisdiction. Benefits include community control over rates and energy sources as well as potential local economic growth. However, risks include higher rates if mismanaged or costs from leaving existing utilities. Examples provided demonstrate savings CCA programs have achieved in other areas of California and the United States.
This document discusses community solar policies in the Southeast United States. It notes that utilities currently have sole authority for community solar programs, and that third-party competition would require additional legislation in most states. It outlines the community solar and solar policies of different states in the region. Key challenges include legalizing third-party involvement and determining fair rates and credits for solar energy exported to the grid. Potential solutions discussed include utility-sponsored programs, leveraging funding sources, and permitting third parties under certain conditions. Examples of positive community solar programs in North Carolina and South Carolina are provided.
Canadian Slides: Growth Opportunities in the USAEliot Norman
The document summarizes funding and opportunities provided by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) or stimulus act. It allocates $787 billion across various sectors including energy/environment ($98B), transportation ($49B), and health care ($24.7B+$10B). The act provides substantial funding for clean energy, renewable energy projects, energy efficiency retrofits, and smart grid technologies. It discusses how European and Canadian companies can participate in stimulus projects through strategic partnerships, government contracting, and ensuring a US presence.
Community Choice Aggregation (CCA) is a system adopted in California that allows cities and counties to aggregate the buying power of customers to secure alternative energy supply contracts. CCAs now serve over 5% of Americans in more than 1,300 municipalities. CCAs act as public utilities that negotiate with suppliers rather than relying on traditional utility models. CCAs can provide cleaner energy, often from local renewable sources, at a lower cost than traditional utilities. California's law enables CCAs and requires automatic enrollment with an opt-out option. Many California local governments explored CCAs in 2007 to increase their use of renewable energy beyond utility standards.
Fact Sheet: Solar Myths & Misconceptions - The Costs of Going SolarThe Solar Foundation
This document from The Solar Foundation dispels common myths about the costs of solar energy. It summarizes that the upfront costs of solar installations can be challenging but financing options like power purchase agreements or solar leases allow homeowners to adopt solar without large upfront costs. Solar panels have low maintenance needs and typically pay for themselves within 7-15 years, with some areas seeing payback in as little as 5 years. Installing solar can also increase property values and help homes sell faster.
Panelist slides from CEE's Policy forum on electric co-op innovation.
Jim Horan, MN Rural Electric Association
Beth Soholt, Wind on the Wires
Ryan Hentges, MN Valley Electric Cooperative
Jessica Burdette, MN Department of Commerce
LABC Solar Fit 4 LA presentation to MVCCSherri Akers
The LABC has made this presentation to the MVCC Green Committee and the following motion will be presented to the MVCC Board on Tuesday night Sept 14th.
The Mar Vista Community Council would like to extend our support to the Los Angeles Business
Council/UCLA’s proposed 600 MW Feed-in Tariff (FiT) program for the City of Los Angeles. We agree that the LABC/UCLA proposed program is an important step that our city can take right now to promote renewable energy in Los Angeles.
The LABC/UCLA Solar FiT program has already attracted the strong support of organizations
representing business, labor, the environment and numerous communities from around the city. We are pleased to join this extensive coalition of supporters because we believe the program offers great environmental and economic benefits for Los Angeles and its residents.
This document discusses a review of rebate policies for solar PV adoption in the Northeastern United States. It begins with an introduction that outlines the benefits of solar PV generation and the high upfront costs that are a barrier to widespread adoption. It then discusses the role of rebate policies in stimulating demand for residential solar installations by reducing upfront costs. The document provides an overview of existing literature on solar policies including rebates and analyzes installation trends in Northeast states given their rebate programs. It concludes with a benefit-cost analysis of state rebate policies.
1) Procurement officers play an important leadership role in acquiring goods and services for local governments in an efficient and effective manner. Developing Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for novel acquisitions like solar energy systems can be challenging.
2) The document provides examples of two cities' experiences with developing solar RFPs. Milwaukee initially developed restrictive RFPs that received overly expensive bids, but successful RFPs incorporated feedback and made requirements more flexible and outcome-based. San Jose also found success making its RFP more flexible based on stakeholder input.
3) Developing a successful solar RFP involves starting with a clear goal, involving stakeholders early, and including essential elements like system specifications,
1. Rural electrification in Laos has expanded significantly over the past decades. In 1975, only 5% of families had access to electricity, but electrification reached 87% of households by 2014 through grid extensions and off-grid solutions.
2. Models for rural electrification in Laos include connecting households to the national grid, off-grid solutions like solar home systems and mini-grids, and a "Power to the Poor" program that provides interest-free credit to help the poorest households afford grid connections.
3. Key drivers of success for rural electrification in Laos have been sustained government commitment and funding, utility-driven grid expansion combined with off-grid programs, financial support from international donors
Lima | Jan-16 | Healthy and sustainable lighting for the poor people: The ca...Smart Villages
Manfred Horn
[English] The Lima Smart Villages Workshop aimed to facilitate the analysis and exchange between the public and private sectors and civil society, from first-hand experiences in the field of energy in rural off-grid communities. Topics for discussion include rural electrification; energy generation and distribution; the inclusion of renewable energy sources (RES) in the energy matrix; productive use of energy in rural communities; clean cooking technologies; efficient heating; and rural energy entrepreneurship. The discussions are aimed at outlining new prospects for reducing rural poverty in South American countries through the access and use of sustainable energy sources.
[Español] Dinamizar el análisis e intercambio entre el sector público y privado, a partir de experiencias en el campo de la electrificación rural fuera de la red, la generación distribuida y la penetración de las energías renovables en la matriz energética; a fin de esbozar nuevas perspectivas para reducir la pobreza en América Latina.
More info: http://e4sv.org/events/lima-smart-villages-workshop/
Equity in Transportation Electrification Projects by Sergio LópezForth
Sergio López, Program Manager at Forth gave this presentation at the Oregon Utilities Virtual Convening on Transportation Electrification on August 6, 2020.
A presentation by James King (2016) providing an overview of Ellensburg's Community Solar & Renewables Park focusing on history and development, successes of the project, and potential improvements for the future.
For the first time, the significant contributions of military veterans to the solar industry have been documented in a joint report from The Solar Foundation and Operation Free, Veterans in Solar: Securing America’s Energy Future. The brief report shows that the U.S. solar industry employs 13,192 veterans of the armed forces, a figure which represents 9.2% of all solar workers in the nation, exceeding the percentage of veteran employment in the overall economy. Importantly, the report also explores the challenges of connecting highly-skilled military veterans with positions in the solar industry that match their abilities. Read the report for more details and future steps to expand opportunities for veterans in solar energy, and visit VetsinSolar.org for future updates.
Official Jharkhand solar power policy 2013 Document.
This document is not a work of Headway Solar (http://headwaysolar.com/) and it has been released here for the benefit of the general public.
Uttar pradesh solar rooftop policy 2014Headway Solar
Official Document of Uttar pradesh Solar Rooftop Policy 2014.
This document is not a work of Headway Solar (http://headwaysolar.com/) and it has been released here for the benefit of the general public.
Softer Solar Landings: Options to Avoid the Investment Tax Credit CliffGW Solar Institute
This document analyzes the potential impacts of allowing the 30% federal investment tax credit (ITC) for solar energy to expire at the end of 2016 as scheduled under current law. It finds that failure to extend the ITC could result in a 10% or greater increase in the cost of solar energy from 2016 to 2017, along with 42% fewer utility-scale solar installations and 15% fewer distributed solar installations in 2017. It considers several policy options Congress could pursue to mitigate these impacts, recommending a two-year extension of the current ITC levels followed by a gradual phase-out as solar and other technologies reach full market maturity and scale.
Official Document of the Karnataka solar policy 2014-2021 released by the Government of Karnataka.
This document is not a work of Headway Solar (http://headwaysolar.com/) and it has been released here for the benefit of the general public.
If you are looking for different dance classes to look fit and fine, Crunch Fitness studio has a variety of dance forms to keep you healthy. This infography reveals the different dance types of rhythms taught in the Crunch Fitness. So choose your favorite form and get ready to turn fit.
The document breaks down solar jobs by sector and state in 2013. Nationally, installation jobs made up the largest share, followed by manufacturing, sales and distribution, and project development. California had the most solar jobs overall, with installation jobs comprising the largest portion, as in the national totals.
The usage of solar energy is a new phenomenon. It has various advantages over other traditional forms of energy. It is a renewable energy source and is cost-effective, reduces electricity bills, reduces air pollution, offers diverse applications and encourages technological development. All these points have been discussed briefly for the benefit of concerned people. - See more at: http://visual.ly/advantages-solar-energy#sthash.dCoqBjni.dpuf
Quantifying WOM Diffusion – Who gains, Who loses, from Viral-VideosBSI
Brand knowledge and associations can facilitate positive or negative spill-over effects from viral videos for featured brands. A recent viral video gained over 450 million total views from word-of-mouth after an initial 15 million hits in the first 5 days, despite a small $25,000 budget. While it provided branding exposure for many featured brands, the situational context reduced the effect for Burger King and instead boosted attention for McDonald's due to consumer misperceptions.
Tender Document for 3 MW solar plant at DiuHeadway Solar
Tender Document for 3 MW solar plant at Diu. Issued by Electricity Department of Daman and Diu.
This document is not a work of Headway Solar (http://headwaysolar.com/) and it has been released here for the benefit of the general public.
The document provides an analysis of solar employment in California in 2013. It finds that California had 47,223 solar workers employed across the state, with most concentrated in the San Francisco Bay Area and Southern California. California solar employers expect to add 10,500 new jobs, a growth rate of 22.3% by November 2014. The success of California's solar industry is driven by its leadership in solar energy installation, with over 40% of the nation's total solar capacity. Strong state policies like renewable portfolio standards and solar rebate programs have supported the growth of the solar industry and job creation in California.
Rajasthan Solar Roof Top tender 2014-2015Headway Solar
Solar Roof Top tender 2014-2015 in Rajasthan. Issued by Rajasthan Renewable Energy Corporation Limited.
This document is not a work of Headway Solar (http://headwaysolar.com/) and it has been released here for the benefit of the general public.
Do you ever think about free electricity? Then, this is the time to use, a solar energy. A small scale solar power system is perfect for you. Which can empower your home for the whole day. This presentation will describe the features and components of solar power system for the home.
The solar industry has experienced tremendous growth in recent years, with solar electric installations increasing 73% since 2000. The U.S. solar industry is now a $6 billion industry with 300% revenue growth over the past four years. However, the industry faces challenges from political attacks on solar programs and incentives as well as expiring subsidies. Efforts are needed to stabilize market conditions through public education and combating misinformation campaigns against solar energy.
This document lists potential 30-year savings from installing solar photovoltaic systems on the roofs of 50 large school districts in the US at installed costs of $2/watt and $2.50/watt. It shows that New York City public schools could save $209-169 million over 30 years, with savings per student of $270-218. Los Angeles public schools could save $91-61 million, with savings per student of $145-96. The largest savings per student were for Hawaii Department of Education at $380-329. Overall, significant savings were projected for many large school districts across the US from installing solar panels on their roofs.
India's National Solar Mission Phase 2 Batch 3 Tranche 1 Guidelines - DraftHeadway Solar
The document provides draft guidelines for the implementation of a 2000 MW grid-connected solar PV power project scheme under Phase II, Batch III, Tranche I of India's Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission. Key points include:
- The scheme aims to scale up project sizes, facilitate faster implementation using solar parks, and supplement grid power across India.
- 2000 MW of capacity will be set up in solar parks across various states with Viability Gap Funding provided by SECI to selected developers through competitive bidding.
- Project tariffs and mechanisms for releasing Viability Gap Funding in tranches over time are specified, along with provisions for repayment if projects are delayed or abandoned.
The document is a transcript from a conference call discussing the Solar Foundation's National Solar Jobs Census 2013 Report. Some key points:
- The report found that as of November 2013, there were 142,698 solar jobs in the US, up from 119,000 the previous year, an increase of nearly 24,000 jobs.
- The vast majority (90%) of the new jobs were newly created positions rather than existing jobs taking on new solar responsibilities.
- Two-thirds of the new jobs were in the installation sector.
- Nearly half of solar employers expect to hire in 2014, adding around 22,000 new workers, compared to overall US job growth projected at 1.4%.
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The solar industry currently employs over 142,000 workers in the United States, a nearly 20% growth over the previous year. California leads the country with over 47,000 solar jobs, though jobs are growing rapidly in many other states as well. While California, Arizona, New Jersey, and Massachusetts make up around half of total solar employment, jobs exist in all 50 states and 18 states more than doubled their solar jobs in 2013.
This document summarizes net metering policies across states in the Southern Legislative Conference (SLC) region. Net metering allows customers with distributed generation systems (e.g. rooftop solar) to sell excess power they generate back to the utility grid and offset their energy bills. Most SLC states have net metering policies in place. Key aspects of policies that vary between states include system capacity limits, compensation rates for excess power generated, ownership of renewable energy credits, and liability agreements between customers and utilities. The document provides an overview of current policies and trends related to net metering in the SLC states.
The document discusses decoupling policies that have been implemented in various U.S. states. Decoupling removes the relationship between utility revenues and sales volumes, allowing utilities to be compensated fairly regardless of energy sales fluctuations. Many states have adopted decoupling for electric and gas utilities to encourage conservation and energy efficiency. The document then provides details on specific decoupling programs and policies in place for utilities in different states.
This whitepaper summarizes recommendations from the Expanding Low-Income Solar in DC Roundtable, hosted by the GW Solar Institute and DC Solar United Neighborhoods (DC SUN) on April 9, 2014. Extensive conversations among roughly 70 key stakeholders in the low-income housing, solar, finance, and government sectors revealed that the necessary leadership, consensus, and resources are available to launch a groundbreaking low-income solar initiative in the District.
This document discusses renewable energy tariffs as an option for large energy customers to access renewable power. Renewable energy tariffs allow key account customers to pay a premium on their electricity bill to support the development of new utility-owned or third-party renewable energy projects. The tariffs provide benefits for utilities, customers, and society. They expand access to renewable energy, promote economic development, minimize ratepayer impacts, and ensure the renewable power purchased is "additional", meaning it directly displaces non-renewable generation. The document examines the characteristics of existing renewable energy tariff programs, such as resource eligibility, customer choice, and policies to ensure additionality. Case studies of programs in North Carolina and Virginia are provided.
During Q4 2014, there were 64 instances of regulatory activity related to distributed solar PV in 33 states and DC. The majority (28) involved changes to net metering policies, with many states expanding caps or eligibility. 18 actions involved increasing fixed customer charges, primarily by 3 utilities in Wisconsin. 10 states initiated studies of the value of solar or approved utility proposals for utility-owned residential solar programs. Key regulatory decisions on these issues are expected in Q1 2015.
The Hybrid Application Of Hegelian And Kantian...Dana Boo
The hybrid application of Hegelian and Kantian philosophical paradigms may help illuminate changes in Colorado's renewable energy standards. Prior to 2004, Colorado relied primarily on coal and natural gas for electricity, with about 2% from renewables. In 2004, voters passed Amendment 37 requiring utilities to generate more power from renewables over time. This has led Colorado to become a leader in renewable energy development.
This document discusses rate design pathways for electricity providers to establish fair utility rates for solar PV customers in a distributed energy age. It proposes an integrated cost recovery approach for utilities based on three interrelated pricing approaches: 1) Allowing utilities to recover their minimum necessary customer-related fixed costs through a fixed charge. 2) Classifying utility costs as demand, energy, or customer-related and ensuring solar customers pay their fair share of these costs. 3) Considering utility rate cases like We Energies' proposal to increase fixed charges for solar customers cautiously to avoid over-recovery of costs or discouraging solar adoption.
California's decoupling policy breaks the link between utility profits and the amount of energy sold. This policy was adopted in 1978 for natural gas and 1982 for electricity and makes utilities indifferent to selling less energy through promoting energy efficiency. As a result, per capita energy use in California has remained flat for 30 years while increasing 50% in other states. The CPUC also approved "decoupling plus" in 2007 to further incentivize utilities to invest in cost-effective energy efficiency programs by allowing them to earn comparable profits through efficiency as through new power generation. This new policy aims to drive utilities to exceed California's 10-year energy savings targets while providing over a 100% return to customers on their investment in efficiency programs.
The document outlines the City of Evanston's draft Electricity Aggregation Program plan. Key points include:
1) The plan establishes an opt-out electricity aggregation program for residential and small commercial customers in Evanston. The city will solicit bids from suppliers and select one to provide electricity on behalf of participating customers.
2) The program aims to reduce costs for customers and provide options for lower-cost and greener electricity. It will solicit bids for different rate and renewable energy options.
3) Eligible customers will be automatically enrolled but can opt-out of the program. The plan details requirements around customer notification, rates, bidding procedures and supplier qualifications.
Werner - Emerging Energy Infrastructure Technologies: Opportunities and Imple...Environmental Initiative
The document discusses emerging energy infrastructure technologies and opportunities for implementation in Minnesota. It provides an overview of electricity sources and generation in MN, including goals for increasing renewable energy. Specific projects to expand transmission lines and increase distributed generation are mentioned. The document also discusses opportunities for local communities to develop local renewable resources, the economic and job benefits of different renewable technologies, and policies that can support renewable energy development.
The American Public Power Association’s “Rate Design for Distributed Generation” report examines rate design options for solar and other distributed generation (DG), using public power utility case studies. The report discusses how utilities have educated customers about new rates, and how DG
and non-DG customers responded. While the rate design options have some drawbacks, and might not be technically feasible for all utilities, they offer the industry new models that account for the rate impacts of distributed generation.
The use of DG, particularly rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV), is growing fast. As of October 2014, just under 8,000 megawatts (MW) of solar capacity was installed on residential and business rooftops across the United States (U.S.).1
The growth of DG has been spurred by environmental concerns and economic considerations. Federal and state tax incentives are a driving force behind solar PV installations
and can together cover up to 70 percent of the total cost of solar panels in some states.2 Declining solar panel prices have also fueled growth in rooftop solar. Utility rate structures for distributed generation have provided a significant benefit to solar customers.
As DG becomes more widespread, rate analysts and researchers are developing new rate designs to help ensure that utilities recover their cost of service, encouraging while providing appropriate incentives for rooftop solar deployment.
Utilities can no longer afford to take a wait and see approach in rate design for DG, nor should they assume that old rate designs adopted before the escalation in DG installations will work in the future.
Most utilities in the U.S. use net metering to measure and compensate customers for the generation they produce. However net metering has several shortcomings and results in non-DG customers subsidizing DG customers.
Utilities have options other than traditional net metering. Many public power utilities have adopted new rate designs to serve DG customers. Some of these rate designs supplement net metering by recouping more of their fixed costs through fixed charges, while other designs provide comprehensive alternatives to net metering.
Utility rate setters must balance between simplicity and accuracy, align costs and prices, support environmental stewardship, and ensure that rate designs are well suited to customers. Customer communication and engagement are essential components of the rate-setting process.
This report does not examine every rate design option, nor does it suggest a single best option. It offers alternatives
to traditional net metering, with case studies. Utilities
can consider how they can adapt rate designs to suit their community’s needs, factoring in market structure, state policies, and other considerations.
This newsletter from the Redwood Coast Energy Authority provides information on their community choice energy program and local renewable energy initiatives. Some key points include:
- RCEA's community choice energy program has been providing electricity to Humboldt County customers for over a year, keeping $20 million annually in the local economy.
- RCEA is developing projects like a solar microgrid at the local airport and an offshore wind project off the coast to help meet their goal of 100% renewable energy by 2030.
- The newsletter provides updates on renewable energy businesses, electric vehicles and transportation programs, energy efficiency programs, and upcoming October energy events in the community.
Why the PiPP closure means for Houghton, and what our community can do to to protect ourselves against unprecedented rate increases.
Presentation made to Houghton Rotary, 10/9/2014
This document summarizes power market policies to strengthen the US power system. It discusses how renewable energy growth has threatened reliability while new power plant development has faced financial challenges. Two key developments are needed: integrating renewables in a market-oriented way that allows consumer choice while maintaining reliability; and promoting new infrastructure using models from Texas and Midwest markets. It then provides details on how California and New York have implemented different market-based approaches to integrate high shares of renewables while maintaining reliability and affordability.
Which Costs Less? A Surprising Comparison of Utility-Scale, Community, and Ro...John Farrell
Electric utilities often misrepresent the cost of solar energy to serve their own profit interests. The truth? Costs are comparable for utility-scale, rooftop, and community solar––and local solar offers benefits aside from clean electricity, from reducing energy burdens for electric customers to providing resilience in the face of natural disaster. State legislatures should create policies to capture the benefits of all sizes and ownership methods of building more solar energy, but should especially work to undo years of utility misdirection by promoting local solar.
The Imperative Implementation of Electric Vehicles Oliver McCluskey
The document discusses the imperative need for British Columbia to implement policies that support the growth of the electric vehicle industry. It begins with a brief history of electric vehicles and outlines the current state of the industry. It then notes that BC is damaging its economy by refusing to offer incentives for electric vehicle purchases and charging infrastructure like other regions are doing. The document compares BC's policies to those in other Canadian provinces and foreign jurisdictions that are seeing more success and benefits from supporting the electric vehicle market. It argues BC should implement a new incentive program to help the industry expand and for the province to realize the associated economic and environmental gains.
This document summarizes the opportunities and challenges for municipalities taking over electric utilities from private companies. Key points include:
- An increasing number of municipalities are interested in municipalization due to concerns over climate change and power disruptions. However, it requires substantial financial investment.
- Smart grid technologies can help municipalities operate their own utilities more effectively, though currently only 5% have initiated smart grid programs.
- Community choice aggregation is an alternative model gaining traction that allows municipalities to purchase power on behalf of residents from alternative suppliers.
- Municipal utilities have advantages like lower rates, more renewable energy, and faster power restoration, but starting a new utility requires expertise private companies already have.
Purchasing Renewable Energy Credits in Washington, DC USA - Climate Literacy:...Ted Eytan, MD, MS, MPH
Washington DC aims to be the greenest city through initiatives like Sustainable DC. It already sources 11.4% of its electricity from green power, ranked #1 by the EPA. Individuals and businesses can purchase renewable energy certificates (RECs) to support renewable energy production, though it does not directly reduce local emissions. RECs incentivize renewable installation by representing the environmental benefits of 1 MWh of renewable generation. While RECs provide a simple way to contribute, their impact is limited and a carbon tax may better distribute the costs of fossil fuels.
In September 2014, The Solar Foundation released a report entitled Brighter Future: A Study on
Solar in U.S. Schools. This seminal report found that 3,727 public and private K-12 schools in
the nation have solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, with a combined capacity of 490 megawatts
(MW). This report, released in August 2015, builds on that work and further examines the current state and potential for solar on K-12 schools in Maryland. Chief among the report's findings is that 1,867 public and private K-12 schools in the state could cost-effectively deploy solar energy systems.
Solar employment in North Carolina grew from 3,100 in 2013 to 5,600 in 2014, adding over 200 jobs per month between November 2013 and November 2014. At over 80 percent year-over-year growth, the North Carolina solar industry grew nearly 40 times faster than overall employment in the state.
The Solar Foundation's National Solar Jobs Census 2014 found that the U.S. solar industry employs 173,807 workers, a growth of 21.8% since 2013. Solar employment grew nearly 20 times faster than the overall economy and accounted for 1.3% of new U.S. jobs over the past year. The installation sector remains the largest, more than doubling in size since 2010. If growth continues, the Census predicts 210,060 solar workers within a year, driven by increasing demand before tax credits expire in 2017.
The U.S. solar industry added over 31,000 jobs in 2014, a growth rate of 21.8% which was 20 times faster than the overall economy's growth rate of 1.1%. Solar jobs are projected to grow by 20.9% in 2015, 8 times greater than projected growth in oil, gas, and coal industries combined. One out of every 78 new jobs created in 2014 was from the solar industry.
The U.S. solar industry currently employs nearly 174,000 workers across all 50 states, a growth of 86% over the past 5 years. Solar jobs are being created 20 times faster than the overall economy. In 2014, solar companies expect to add 36,000 new jobs, a growth rate of 20.9%. However, the scheduled reduction of the federal investment tax credit from 30% to 10% for commercial projects poses a threat to future job growth and may cause layoffs, especially in the solar installation sector which employs the most workers.
The document summarizes a report on solar jobs in Minnesota in 2013-2014. It found that:
1) The solar industry in Minnesota employs 864 workers, a 73% increase since 2012, and employers expect to add around 250 jobs (28% growth) by late 2014.
2) Most Minnesota solar establishments are involved in installation (56%) and sales/trade (16%), though manufacturing accounts for 14% of solar jobs.
3) The industry focuses on photovoltaics (81%) and water heating (41%), consistent with national trends.
The document summarizes a report on solar jobs in California in 2013. It finds that California had 47,223 solar workers as of November 2013, concentrated in the San Francisco Bay Area and Southern California. Solar employers in California expect to add 10,500 new solar jobs, a growth rate of 22.3%, by November 2014. California has been a leader in solar energy and jobs due to its renewable energy policies like renewable portfolio standards and solar rebate programs, which have led to over 10,000 MW of installed solar capacity, over 40% of the US total.
The solar industry in Arizona saw significant job losses in 2013, declining by over 1,200 workers and 12.7% from the previous year. This is attributed to the completion of large solar projects that drove hiring in prior years. While total solar capacity installed was similar year-over-year, the residential market segment grew more slowly at 13% compared to nearly 94% the prior year. Over a third of Arizona solar employers expect to add jobs in the coming year, but overall employment is projected to grow by only 475 jobs or 5.6% with continued policy uncertainty in the state. The solar workforce in Arizona currently stands at 8,558 workers, down from 9,800 in 2012, with the vast majority employed in installation
Solar jobs exist in all 50 U.S. states and grew nearly 20% in 2013, adding over 24,000 new jobs. California continues to lead the nation with over 47,000 solar jobs, followed by Arizona with 8,558 jobs. While the top four states for solar employment remained the same as 2012, some states experienced significant shifts, with Florida, New York, North Carolina, and Texas all moving up in the rankings. The report provides state-level data on total solar jobs and rankings for 2013 and 2012 for the top 20 states.
The National Solar Jobs Census 2013 found that the U.S. solar industry employed 142,698 workers as of November 2013, an increase of nearly 20% from 2012. Solar jobs are growing ten times faster than the overall economy. The solar industry expects to add over 22,000 new jobs in the next year, a 15.6% growth rate. Installers, which make up over two-thirds of new solar hires, added 12,500 workers in the past year and are expected to increase by nearly 15,000 next year.
This document provides a summary of the 2012 National Solar Jobs Census conducted by The Solar Foundation. Some key findings include:
- As of September 2012, the U.S. solar industry employed 119,016 workers, a 13.2% increase from 2011.
- Installation jobs increased the most over the past year, offsetting declines in manufacturing. Larger installation firms saw more dramatic growth.
- The solar industry is expected to grow employment by 17.2% (around 20,000 new jobs) in the next 12 months.
- Nearly all solar industry subsectors expect double-digit percentage job growth in the coming year. Installation firms anticipate adding around 12,000 new jobs, a 21% increase
The U.S. solar industry continued growing in 2012 despite economic challenges, creating over 13,000 new jobs - 86% of which were new positions. The solar industry's growth rate of 13.2% significantly outpaced the overall economy's rate of 2.3%. Installation jobs grew the most, offsetting declines in manufacturing. The solar industry remains optimistic about continued growth, expecting to add over 45,000 new jobs in the next year.
The U.S. solar industry employs an estimated 100,237 solar workers as of August 2011, up 6.8% from August 2010. Nearly half of solar firms expect to add jobs over the next 12 months, anticipating growth of around 24,000 new jobs and a 24% increase. Solar job growth significantly outpaces overall national employment growth. Installation, manufacturing, sales and distribution, and utility firms all anticipate substantial employment gains in the coming year.
The National Solar Jobs Census 2011 found that the U.S. solar industry employed over 100,000 workers, growing at nearly 10 times the rate of overall U.S. economy job growth. Solar jobs increased by 6,735 over the previous year with expectations of continued growth across sectors like manufacturing, installation, and sales. California led the nation with over 25,000 solar jobs while the top 20 states for solar employment accounted for over 85,000 jobs.
The National Solar Jobs Census 2010 found that as of August 2010:
- The U.S. solar industry employs approximately 93,000 solar workers nationwide.
- Over the next 12 months, solar companies expect to add nearly 24,000 new jobs, a growth rate of 26%.
- Half of solar firms anticipate increasing their workforce over the coming year, while only 2% expect reductions.
New report finds explosive growth in solar energy use by US schools over past decade, with installed capacity increasing from 303 kW to 457,000 kW. This saves schools $77.8 million annually in utility costs and reduces carbon emissions equivalent to taking nearly 100,000 cars off the road each year. While over 3,700 schools now use solar, providing benefits to 2.7 million students, potential remains for over 40,000 additional schools to install solar.
This document provides a summary of a report on solar power installations at schools in the US. It finds that there are significant financial, educational, environmental, and resiliency benefits to schools adopting solar energy systems. A key finding is that a baseline study identified massive untapped potential for solar power at US schools, with only 2% of schools currently utilizing solar, despite its benefits. The report was a collaborative effort between the Solar Foundation and the Solar Energy Industries Association, with the goal of documenting the benefits of solar energy for schools and growing its adoption.
United Nations World Oceans Day 2024; June 8th " Awaken new dephts".Christina Parmionova
The program will expand our perspectives and appreciation for our blue planet, build new foundations for our relationship to the ocean, and ignite a wave of action toward necessary change.
Jennifer Schaus and Associates hosts a complimentary webinar series on The FAR in 2024. Join the webinars on Wednesdays and Fridays at noon, eastern.
Recordings are on YouTube and the company website.
https://www.youtube.com/@jenniferschaus/videos
RFP for Reno's Community Assistance CenterThis Is Reno
Property appraisals completed in May for downtown Reno’s Community Assistance and Triage Centers (CAC) reveal that repairing the buildings to bring them back into service would cost an estimated $10.1 million—nearly four times the amount previously reported by city staff.
Food safety, prepare for the unexpected - So what can be done in order to be ready to address food safety, food Consumers, food producers and manufacturers, food transporters, food businesses, food retailers can ...
Combined Illegal, Unregulated and Unreported (IUU) Vessel List.Christina Parmionova
The best available, up-to-date information on all fishing and related vessels that appear on the illegal, unregulated, and unreported (IUU) fishing vessel lists published by Regional Fisheries Management Organisations (RFMOs) and related organisations. The aim of the site is to improve the effectiveness of the original IUU lists as a tool for a wide variety of stakeholders to better understand and combat illegal fishing and broader fisheries crime.
To date, the following regional organisations maintain or share lists of vessels that have been found to carry out or support IUU fishing within their own or adjacent convention areas and/or species of competence:
Commission for the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources (CCAMLR)
Commission for the Conservation of Southern Bluefin Tuna (CCSBT)
General Fisheries Commission for the Mediterranean (GFCM)
Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission (IATTC)
International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT)
Indian Ocean Tuna Commission (IOTC)
Northwest Atlantic Fisheries Organisation (NAFO)
North East Atlantic Fisheries Commission (NEAFC)
North Pacific Fisheries Commission (NPFC)
South East Atlantic Fisheries Organisation (SEAFO)
South Pacific Regional Fisheries Management Organisation (SPRFMO)
Southern Indian Ocean Fisheries Agreement (SIOFA)
Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission (WCPFC)
The Combined IUU Fishing Vessel List merges all these sources into one list that provides a single reference point to identify whether a vessel is currently IUU listed. Vessels that have been IUU listed in the past and subsequently delisted (for example because of a change in ownership, or because the vessel is no longer in service) are also retained on the site, so that the site contains a full historic record of IUU listed fishing vessels.
Unlike the IUU lists published on individual RFMO websites, which may update vessel details infrequently or not at all, the Combined IUU Fishing Vessel List is kept up to date with the best available information regarding changes to vessel identity, flag state, ownership, location, and operations.
How To Cultivate Community Affinity Throughout The Generosity JourneyAggregage
This session will dive into how to create rich generosity experiences that foster long-lasting relationships. You’ll walk away with actionable insights to redefine how you engage with your supporters — emphasizing trust, engagement, and community!
AHMR is an interdisciplinary peer-reviewed online journal created to encourage and facilitate the study of all aspects (socio-economic, political, legislative and developmental) of Human Mobility in Africa. Through the publication of original research, policy discussions and evidence research papers AHMR provides a comprehensive forum devoted exclusively to the analysis of contemporaneous trends, migration patterns and some of the most important migration-related issues.
This report explores the significance of border towns and spaces for strengthening responses to young people on the move. In particular it explores the linkages of young people to local service centres with the aim of further developing service, protection, and support strategies for migrant children in border areas across the region. The report is based on a small-scale fieldwork study in the border towns of Chipata and Katete in Zambia conducted in July 2023. Border towns and spaces provide a rich source of information about issues related to the informal or irregular movement of young people across borders, including smuggling and trafficking. They can help build a picture of the nature and scope of the type of movement young migrants undertake and also the forms of protection available to them. Border towns and spaces also provide a lens through which we can better understand the vulnerabilities of young people on the move and, critically, the strategies they use to navigate challenges and access support.
The findings in this report highlight some of the key factors shaping the experiences and vulnerabilities of young people on the move – particularly their proximity to border spaces and how this affects the risks that they face. The report describes strategies that young people on the move employ to remain below the radar of visibility to state and non-state actors due to fear of arrest, detention, and deportation while also trying to keep themselves safe and access support in border towns. These strategies of (in)visibility provide a way to protect themselves yet at the same time also heighten some of the risks young people face as their vulnerabilities are not always recognised by those who could offer support.
In this report we show that the realities and challenges of life and migration in this region and in Zambia need to be better understood for support to be strengthened and tuned to meet the specific needs of young people on the move. This includes understanding the role of state and non-state stakeholders, the impact of laws and policies and, critically, the experiences of the young people themselves. We provide recommendations for immediate action, recommendations for programming to support young people on the move in the two towns that would reduce risk for young people in this area, and recommendations for longer term policy advocacy.
1. www.TheSolarFoundation.org January 17, 2013
A COMMUNITY authorizes its municipal government to procure
electric supply services on its behalf.
The municipality then makes its CHOICE of electric providers,
based on the rates it is able to negotiate with these suppliers
and how the electricity is generated.
Cost savings are achieved through the AGGREGATION of
customer demand, allowing the municipality to negotiate bulk
purchasing rates.
Community Choice Aggregation
What is Community Choice Aggregation?
Community Choice Aggregation (CCA) programs are bulk electricity purchasing arrangements through which municipalities
are empowered to negotiate electric supply rates with power providers on behalf of the residents and business owners
within their jurisdiction. CCA is a variation on electricity deregulation offered in states that have authorized retail choice,
allowing for separation between the generation and transmission and distribution services electricity consumers receive.
Under a CCA, communities choose between generators based on cost of service and other factors, but receive this electricity
through their existing electric distribution utility. In order for a
community to engage in CCA, authorizing legislation must first
be passed at the state level. Though the opportunity hasn’t
been leveraged or fully utilized in every case, CCAs provide
consumers a chance to make a switch to renewable electricity
while realizing significant savings on the generation portion of
their electric bill. Once CCAs have been authorized, municipal
or county governments within that state must approve their
own programs – typically through a local referendum, council
vote, or local ordinance.1
Where is CCA an Option?
As of early 2013, six states have adopted legislation allowing for municipalities within their borders to start a CCA program.
Of these, five states have programs that include an option for, or provide by default, electricity generated from renewable
sources. Other states (such as Pennsylvania) have pursued CCA legislation that was ultimately rejected, and communities in
Utah, New York, and Colorado are currently investigating the suitability of CCA for consumers within their jurisdictions.2
What are the Benefits of CCA?
Potential for Lower Rates and Price Stability
The primary benefit of CCAs implemented thus far is the
reduction in electric supply rates achieved by aggregating local
consumer demand into a single large load. By negotiating
lower supply rates or a fixed percentage discount over non-
CCA generation rates, many municipalities have been able to
deliver significant cost savings to local consumers. The village
of Campton Hills, IL was able to negotiate rates of between
$0.044 - $0.048 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) for its customers,
representing between 37% and 50% off the rates offered by
the investor-owned utility (IOU) in the area.3
The city of
Cincinnati, OH took another path to securing savings for its
citizens, obtaining not a fixed CCA rate, but a fixed discount (of
Community Choice Aggregation: Legislation and Programs by State
2. The Solar Foundation
505 9th
Street NW, Suite 800 Washington, DC 20004 (202) 469-3750 www.TheSolarFoundation.org
The Local Energy Aggregation Network (www.leanenergyus.org) is a non-profit organization focused on promoting the
development of new CCAs across the United States. The “Resources” page of this website connects readers to sample program
plans, ordinances, requests for proposals and information, guides, and state legislation. Though somewhat dated, LEAN’s
National CCA Program Matrix displays CCA program information by state in a single, useful chart.
The Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources has produced a Guide to Municipal Electric Aggregation in Massachusetts
(http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/doer/electric-deregulation/agg-guid.pdf), exploring the benefits of CCA and methods for
implementation under the state CCA law.
The California Energy Commission sponsored the development of the Community Choice Aggregation Pilot Project Guidebook,
available at : http://www.energy.ca.gov/2009publications/CEC-500-2009-003/CEC-500-2009-003.PDF
23%) on rates offered by the utility. Under this system, the CCA rate will change with the rate offered by the IOU, but with
the new rates guaranteed to be 23% lower.4
Renewable Sources
Though renewable energy is not a mandatory element of a CCA program, many communities have used aggregation as a
mechanism to promote cleaner sources of electric generation. Incorporating green energy into a CCA does not necessarily
mean that the electricity delivered to customers is derived from renewable sources; oftentimes, the electric service provider
for the CCA obtains electricity from conventional power plants, but purchases a number of renewable energy credits (RECs)
equivalent to the amount of electricity delivered to customers through the program. Including renewable energy sometimes
comes at the expense of the cost savings achieved through CCAs. For example, two California programs (in Marin County5
and San Francisco6
), along with the Cape Light Compact Green7
program in Massachusetts, offer renewable energy to
consumers, but at a cost premium. However, many programs in other states have been able to offer renewable energy
without sacrificing lower costs:
Cincinnati, OH provides program participants with 100% renewable energy while offering a 23% discount. The city
relies on RECs produced from the University of Cincinnati’s Central Utility Plant and from the solar canopy installed
at the Cincinnati Zoo, along with other credits purchased by the electric service provider, to make this electricity
“green”.8
Evanston, IL offers 100% REC-supported renewable energy at rates 38% lower than those offered by the IOU.9
Campton Hills, IL uses RECs to offer between 50% and 100% renewable energy at significantly lower rates, saving
customers up to 50% on the electric supply portion of their bills.
Oak Park, IL relies on wind RECs to provide 100% renewable electricity for $0.0579/kWh (versus $0.08324/kWh
from the IOU).10
Plumsted Township, NJ, the state’s first program since CCAs were authorized in the state in 2003, provides 10%
renewable energy while saving program participants 14% off the IOU’s generation rate – savings that equate to
$165 per year for each customer.11
Ease of Enrollment
Once legislation is approved on the state level, it is up to communities to decide to start a program through a local
referendum, ordinance, or council meeting. In order to ensure there is enough demand to produce the desired cost
reductions, most CCAs are structured as “opt-out” programs, in which all citizens within a jurisdiction are automatically
enrolled in the program unless they indicate otherwise by a set date. This allows communities to avoid the arduous task of
enrolling customers for the program.
Learn More
3. The Solar Foundation
505 9th
Street NW, Suite 800 Washington, DC 20004 (202) 469-3750 www.TheSolarFoundation.org
This fact sheet, produced by The Solar Foundation, is supported by the following team of organizations: ICLEI-USA; International City/County Management Association (ICMA); Interstate Renewable
Energy Council, Inc. (IREC); North Carolina Solar Center (NCSC); Meister Consultants Group, Inc. (MCG); American Planning Association (APA); and National Association of Regional Councils
(NARC).This material is based upon work supported by the U.S. Department of Energy under Award Number DE-EE0003525.This fact sheet was prepared as an account of work sponsored by an
agency of the United States Government. Neither the United States Government nor any agency thereof, nor any of their employees, makes any warranty, express or implied, or assumes any legal
liability or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information, apparatus, product, or process disclosed, or represents that its use would not infringe on privately owned
rights. Reference herein to any specific commercial product, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not necessarily constitute or imply its endorsement,
recommendation, or favoring by the United States Government or any agency thereof. The views and opinions of authors expressed herein do not necessarily state or reflect those of the United
States Government or any agency thereof.
1
www.leanenergyus.org/wp-content/uploads/PDFs/State/CCA%20State_by_State_RightSidebar/CCA_State_by_State_MATRIX%2012-1-11.pdf
2
www.leanenergyus.org/cca-by-state/other-states/
3
https://camptonhillselectricityaggregation.com/(S(cewtiglujmrgtlg5nzdo2emg))/pricing.aspx
4
http://city-egov.cincinnati-oh.gov/Webtop/ws/fyi/public/fyi_docs/Blob/2891.pdf?rpp=-10&m=1&w=doc_no='2452'
5
https://marincleanenergy.info/rates
6
http://cleanpowersf.org/rates-programs/
7
www.capelightcompact.org/power-supply/cape-light-compact-green/
8
www.leanenergyus.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/FES-contract-final-signed.pdf
9
www.cityofevanston.org/sustainability/community-choice-aggregation/
10
www.integrysenergy.com/aggregation/il-oakpark/OakPark-Terms.pdf
11
http://njccea.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/PMUA-Press-Release-October-12-2012-Energy-FINAL.pdf