A discussion of the issues related to California PUC's feed-in tariff case at FERC. FERC held that the Federal Power Act preempts a state from setting a feed-in tariff, but states may rely on PURPA as a basis for a feed-in
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.
PCMG is a leading UK energy cost recovery specialist that has recovered over £301 million for its clients. It offers fully managed audits of electricity and gas expenditures over the past 6 years to identify overcharges from billing errors, regulatory policy changes, and third party errors. PCMG's expertise comes from its involvement in network policy work groups and ability to identify cost recovery opportunities that other consultants miss. It has achieved results for many large clients across various industries even when they have previously used other consultants.
[CrunchEnergy] PA Electricity Deregulation: How to Save $ with Electric ChoiceAimee Kessler Evans
Pennsylvania faces what may be a very rocky road in the wake of deregulation. Instead of creating competition and lower rates for consumers and businesses, deregulation has been nothing but costly for business owners in many states.
But deregulation doesn’t have to be a nightmare. It can be an opportunity for smart businesses to save money on their electricity bills. Decision makers who prepare, learn their options, and ask the right questions can reap the benefits of Electric Choice.
Are you ready to make the right decisions for your business as deregulation approaches? Should you stay with your current provider, or should you switch to a new one? And how will you choose?
This document summarizes a webinar on Pennsylvania's electricity deregulation and how customers can save money through electric choice. The webinar covered the regional electric grid system, average retail electric prices in different states, Pennsylvania's rules for deregulation, the energy procurement process for choosing alternative electricity suppliers, factors to consider when using energy brokers, and examples of potential savings through competitive bidding. The presenter had decades of experience in the energy industry and outlined the key considerations and steps involved in navigating Pennsylvania's deregulated electricity market.
SmartestEnergy: Introduction to the Electricity MarketFrancesca Schoultz
This document provides an overview of electricity markets and power purchase agreements (PPAs) for renewable generators. It summarizes different types of PPAs, including those used for various renewable subsidies in the UK. It also discusses key components of electricity prices, such as wholesale power prices, embedded benefits, and renewable subsidies. Additionally, it outlines how electricity is traded in wholesale markets and the role of system operator Elexon in balancing supply and demand.
Tariffs for Electricity Generation, Transmission and DistributionDaily 10 Minutes
In Pakistan, tariffs for Electricity Generation, Transmission and Distribution must be known to everyone particularly to Chinese companies dealing in energy sector. (Sajid Imtiaz)
This chapter examines the economic impact of transmission networks on their users. It discusses how transmission networks can affect system operation costs through losses and constraints. Losses occur as some power is lost as heat during transmission, requiring more generation. Constraints may require more costly generation if cheaper options violate transmission limits. The chapter also notes the importance of location - both in determining the impact of individual users on losses and constraints, and in allocating network costs to users based on their contributing locations.
Long Term Resource Planning in an Uncertain Worldartfreitas
I gave this presentation at the 2010 EPIS Electric Market Forecasting Conference. The attendees of this conference were all users of the AURORAxmp electric market simulation application so the implementation of the concepts are specific to AURORAxmp but the concepts themselves are generally applicable
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.
PCMG is a leading UK energy cost recovery specialist that has recovered over £301 million for its clients. It offers fully managed audits of electricity and gas expenditures over the past 6 years to identify overcharges from billing errors, regulatory policy changes, and third party errors. PCMG's expertise comes from its involvement in network policy work groups and ability to identify cost recovery opportunities that other consultants miss. It has achieved results for many large clients across various industries even when they have previously used other consultants.
[CrunchEnergy] PA Electricity Deregulation: How to Save $ with Electric ChoiceAimee Kessler Evans
Pennsylvania faces what may be a very rocky road in the wake of deregulation. Instead of creating competition and lower rates for consumers and businesses, deregulation has been nothing but costly for business owners in many states.
But deregulation doesn’t have to be a nightmare. It can be an opportunity for smart businesses to save money on their electricity bills. Decision makers who prepare, learn their options, and ask the right questions can reap the benefits of Electric Choice.
Are you ready to make the right decisions for your business as deregulation approaches? Should you stay with your current provider, or should you switch to a new one? And how will you choose?
This document summarizes a webinar on Pennsylvania's electricity deregulation and how customers can save money through electric choice. The webinar covered the regional electric grid system, average retail electric prices in different states, Pennsylvania's rules for deregulation, the energy procurement process for choosing alternative electricity suppliers, factors to consider when using energy brokers, and examples of potential savings through competitive bidding. The presenter had decades of experience in the energy industry and outlined the key considerations and steps involved in navigating Pennsylvania's deregulated electricity market.
SmartestEnergy: Introduction to the Electricity MarketFrancesca Schoultz
This document provides an overview of electricity markets and power purchase agreements (PPAs) for renewable generators. It summarizes different types of PPAs, including those used for various renewable subsidies in the UK. It also discusses key components of electricity prices, such as wholesale power prices, embedded benefits, and renewable subsidies. Additionally, it outlines how electricity is traded in wholesale markets and the role of system operator Elexon in balancing supply and demand.
Tariffs for Electricity Generation, Transmission and DistributionDaily 10 Minutes
In Pakistan, tariffs for Electricity Generation, Transmission and Distribution must be known to everyone particularly to Chinese companies dealing in energy sector. (Sajid Imtiaz)
This chapter examines the economic impact of transmission networks on their users. It discusses how transmission networks can affect system operation costs through losses and constraints. Losses occur as some power is lost as heat during transmission, requiring more generation. Constraints may require more costly generation if cheaper options violate transmission limits. The chapter also notes the importance of location - both in determining the impact of individual users on losses and constraints, and in allocating network costs to users based on their contributing locations.
Long Term Resource Planning in an Uncertain Worldartfreitas
I gave this presentation at the 2010 EPIS Electric Market Forecasting Conference. The attendees of this conference were all users of the AURORAxmp electric market simulation application so the implementation of the concepts are specific to AURORAxmp but the concepts themselves are generally applicable
The UK has a target of obtaining 15% of its energy from renewables by 2020. Small-scale electricity generation is expected to play a role in meeting this target. The Feed-in Tariff (FiT) scheme provides payments to households and businesses that generate their own electricity using renewable technologies under 5MW. The costs of the FiT scheme have risen significantly since 2010 due to a large uptake of solar PV installations, putting pressure on energy suppliers and customer bills. The government has implemented cost controls to reduce future increases in FiT costs.
This document provides an overview and update on Texas' electric industry as of September 2009. It discusses the goals of the Association of Electric Companies of Texas, the regional reliability organizations that oversee Texas' electric grid, recent changes to the retail electric market and transmission/distribution systems, record electricity demand that summer, continued investment in new generation, falling retail electric prices, progress on advanced metering, and benefits of the smart grid.
RPS and RECs – Managing an Increasing Regulatory BurdenCTRM Center
- Renewable energy certificates (RECs) allow power providers to offer renewable energy to customers even if they don't generate it themselves, by trading credits representing renewable generation. RECs have value due to state renewable portfolio standards (RPS) mandating certain amounts of renewable energy.
- North Carolina established an RPS in 2008 requiring utilities to source 12.5% of energy from renewables. GreenCo Solutions was formed by electric cooperatives to help them meet the RPS through programs, projects, and REC purchasing/management given their limited resources.
- Managing REC portfolios and ensuring each cooperative meets its RPS targets presents challenges for GreenCo Solutions due to having to track purchases at both the individual cooperative and aggregate
The document discusses challenges and options for expanding the use of utility energy service contracts (UESCs) and energy savings performance contracts (ESPCs) at federal facilities. It outlines authorities that enable UESCs and ESPCs, challenges such as competition requirements and financing, and potential options to address challenges like extending ESPC authority and establishing basic ordering agreements between utilities and energy service companies. The document provides suggestions for successful partnerships between utilities, ESCOs, and the government to implement energy efficiency projects through these contracting vehicles.
PSE&G is seeking approval from regulators to test advanced metering infrastructure technologies that could help customers reduce energy usage and costs. The technologies would provide customers with real-time energy use data to enable conservation, especially during peak demand times. PSE&G plans to install different metering technologies in over 32,000 homes and businesses in Passaic County to evaluate their performance under various conditions. The results will help determine the best approach for New Jersey to reduce energy use and carbon emissions.
The document summarizes research on consumer preferences for pairing plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) with green electricity programs. It finds that many consumers are interested in green electricity and open to utility-controlled charging. A survey of over 1,500 US car buyers found strong interest in monthly green electricity programs and home solar panels. While preferences varied, over half of potential PEV buyers said they would accept utility control of vehicle charging. Combining PEV and green electricity options increased overall demand for electric vehicles.
Energy consumers' rights and the EU legislationenergydialog
The document discusses the European Commission's Energy Union Framework Strategy, which aims to achieve security of energy supply, sustainability, and competitiveness through five mutually supportive dimensions: energy security, integrated energy markets, energy efficiency, decarbonization, and research and innovation. It emphasizes citizens being at the core of the Energy Union and benefiting from new technologies, market participation, and consumer protections. The document also outlines 10 key consumer rights in EU energy legislation and the Commission's 2016 proposal to ensure consumers are better informed, empowered, and protected in retail energy markets.
Power procurement through TBCB for Bundle GenerationAmitava Nag
The document provides guidelines for a tariff-based competitive bidding process to procure round-the-clock power from grid-connected renewable energy projects complemented with power from coal-based thermal power projects. Under the guidelines, generators will supply dispatchable renewable power balanced with thermal power to maintain at least 85% annual availability. A single composite tariff will be quoted for the renewable and thermal energy. The bidding parameter will be this composite tariff, and the bidder quoting the lowest tariff will be selected. The minimum capacity that can be offered is 250 MW to achieve economies of scale.
Order No. 1000 and Beyond: Transmission Policy, Renewables and MoreCarolyn Elefant
Order No. 1000 requires regional transmission planning to consider public policy needs like renewable energy. It was challenged for encroaching on state authority but recent rulings found flexibility. Other FERC orders incentivize transmission for renewables and demand response as alternatives. States largely control net metering and small generator interconnection, which are key for distributed renewable energy. While Order No. 1000 is significant, states have multiple tools to achieve renewable goals within their jurisdiction.
Consumer protection in the EU & the role of energy ombudsmenenergydialog
Consumer protection in the EU energy sector relies on energy ombudsmen and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) bodies. The Third Energy Package of 2009 and ADR Directive of 2013 established rights for energy consumers and standards for ADR providers. Ombudsmen are independent authorities that resolve consumer disputes and make policy recommendations regarding fairness, vulnerable consumers, and ethics. The National Energy Ombudsmen Network (NEON) promotes ADR and represents its 8 members serving over 219 million citizens. In 2016, NEON members handled over 103,000 energy-related disputes. The upcoming Clean Energy Package proposes new rights for active consumers and local energy communities but could improve measures for energy poverty and clarify rules on switching and third parties. Better
The document summarizes AT&T's University Advantage Program for public institutions. It outlines student discounts of up to 10% for schools with 500+ combined student and faculty lines. It also describes "College 10, 20, & 30" data features available to schools with 1,000+ lines. Equipment pricing provides 50% off for campus representatives and 20% off accessories, as well as consumer or Premier pricing for students and institutional representatives. The program is available to accredited public universities with 500+ enrolled students that sign a contract.
This document provides definitions for key terms related to Pennsylvania's deregulated electricity market. It explains basic services like generation, transmission, and distribution. It also defines customer charges, deregulation, and the roles of electric distribution companies, electric generation suppliers, and the Public Utility Commission. Additionally, it covers electricity pricing structures like fixed prices and variables rates.
The document discusses a rural electrification PPP concession in Mali between the government agency AMADER and the private company Yelem Kura. The objective was to increase rural electrification access through private sector participation. Key aspects included allocating demand and political risks between parties and providing subsidies to mitigate commercial risks for the private partner. While the project increased electrification rates and jobs, issues around high tariffs for poor rural customers, remote infrastructure costs, and regulatory hurdles were observed. Overall, the government could have structured subsidies better to balance private returns with access for all rural residents.
bidding strategies in indian restructured power marketKomal Nigam
This document provides an outline for a thesis on bidding strategies in the Indian power market. It includes an introduction to the Indian power market and deregulation. It discusses topics that will be covered like transmission pricing, bidding classifications and mechanisms, literature review outcomes and objectives. It provides timelines and references that will be used. In summaries the key aspects of the deregulated market and the research problem around determining market clearing prices with multiple generators and constraints.
The document summarizes actions from the 2015 Connecticut Legislative Session and June Special Session related to energy and utilities. Key actions included technical revisions to energy statutes, revisions to the commercial PACE program, requiring developers to pay costs for public meetings on telecom towers, expanding small community water system oversight, extending anaerobic digestion and shared clean energy facility pilot programs, establishing a solar home renewable energy credit program, increasing electric rate case hearing requirements, allowing new types of energy procurement, restricting variable rate contracts, and addressing utility customer verification, grid-side energy projects, and property tax abatement policies.
1) Deregulation of energy markets gives consumers the power to choose their energy provider by allowing competitive suppliers to enter the market.
2) Under deregulation, consumers can choose their energy supplier but not their distributor, whose prices are still regulated.
3) Deregulation benefits consumers by promoting competition between suppliers, leading to innovative product offerings and potentially lower prices.
FEI Submission to EE Panel_26Jul2016_FinalKevin Heal
The document provides recommendations for Alberta's community energy strategy, including establishing a target of 1 GW of clean community energy by 2030. It recommends updating the Micro-Generation Regulation with best practice net metering and interconnection rules, implementing new community energy incentive programs, and creating a Community Energy Regulation to provide new community energy tariffs and evolve Alberta's electricity system towards a smart grid. The recommendations aim to learn from other jurisdictions and establish policies and programs to support the growth of distributed energy resources in Alberta.
Wis. climate change bill - 1/20/2010 staff presentationwispolitics
The document summarizes Assembly Bill 649 and Senate Bill 450, which address clean energy and greenhouse gas emission reduction goals in Wisconsin. The bill sets goals for renewable energy, energy efficiency, and emissions regulations. It establishes programs administered by the Public Service Commission related to energy efficiency, renewable portfolio standards, and feed-in tariffs. The bill also addresses transportation-related issues like vehicle emissions standards, idle reduction, and low carbon fuel standards.
The document provides an overview and summary of key elements of Assembly Bill 649 and Senate Bill 450, which address clean energy and climate change issues in Wisconsin. The summary includes goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase renewable energy and energy efficiency. It also describes programs for energy efficiency, renewable portfolio standards, renewable tariffs, and considerations for new nuclear power plants. Additional sections cover transportation initiatives, energy efficient buildings and equipment, roles for state and local government, bioenergy, industrial efficiency incentives, and coordinating climate change programs.
The UK has a target of obtaining 15% of its energy from renewables by 2020. Small-scale electricity generation is expected to play a role in meeting this target. The Feed-in Tariff (FiT) scheme provides payments to households and businesses that generate their own electricity using renewable technologies under 5MW. The costs of the FiT scheme have risen significantly since 2010 due to a large uptake of solar PV installations, putting pressure on energy suppliers and customer bills. The government has implemented cost controls to reduce future increases in FiT costs.
This document provides an overview and update on Texas' electric industry as of September 2009. It discusses the goals of the Association of Electric Companies of Texas, the regional reliability organizations that oversee Texas' electric grid, recent changes to the retail electric market and transmission/distribution systems, record electricity demand that summer, continued investment in new generation, falling retail electric prices, progress on advanced metering, and benefits of the smart grid.
RPS and RECs – Managing an Increasing Regulatory BurdenCTRM Center
- Renewable energy certificates (RECs) allow power providers to offer renewable energy to customers even if they don't generate it themselves, by trading credits representing renewable generation. RECs have value due to state renewable portfolio standards (RPS) mandating certain amounts of renewable energy.
- North Carolina established an RPS in 2008 requiring utilities to source 12.5% of energy from renewables. GreenCo Solutions was formed by electric cooperatives to help them meet the RPS through programs, projects, and REC purchasing/management given their limited resources.
- Managing REC portfolios and ensuring each cooperative meets its RPS targets presents challenges for GreenCo Solutions due to having to track purchases at both the individual cooperative and aggregate
The document discusses challenges and options for expanding the use of utility energy service contracts (UESCs) and energy savings performance contracts (ESPCs) at federal facilities. It outlines authorities that enable UESCs and ESPCs, challenges such as competition requirements and financing, and potential options to address challenges like extending ESPC authority and establishing basic ordering agreements between utilities and energy service companies. The document provides suggestions for successful partnerships between utilities, ESCOs, and the government to implement energy efficiency projects through these contracting vehicles.
PSE&G is seeking approval from regulators to test advanced metering infrastructure technologies that could help customers reduce energy usage and costs. The technologies would provide customers with real-time energy use data to enable conservation, especially during peak demand times. PSE&G plans to install different metering technologies in over 32,000 homes and businesses in Passaic County to evaluate their performance under various conditions. The results will help determine the best approach for New Jersey to reduce energy use and carbon emissions.
The document summarizes research on consumer preferences for pairing plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) with green electricity programs. It finds that many consumers are interested in green electricity and open to utility-controlled charging. A survey of over 1,500 US car buyers found strong interest in monthly green electricity programs and home solar panels. While preferences varied, over half of potential PEV buyers said they would accept utility control of vehicle charging. Combining PEV and green electricity options increased overall demand for electric vehicles.
Energy consumers' rights and the EU legislationenergydialog
The document discusses the European Commission's Energy Union Framework Strategy, which aims to achieve security of energy supply, sustainability, and competitiveness through five mutually supportive dimensions: energy security, integrated energy markets, energy efficiency, decarbonization, and research and innovation. It emphasizes citizens being at the core of the Energy Union and benefiting from new technologies, market participation, and consumer protections. The document also outlines 10 key consumer rights in EU energy legislation and the Commission's 2016 proposal to ensure consumers are better informed, empowered, and protected in retail energy markets.
Power procurement through TBCB for Bundle GenerationAmitava Nag
The document provides guidelines for a tariff-based competitive bidding process to procure round-the-clock power from grid-connected renewable energy projects complemented with power from coal-based thermal power projects. Under the guidelines, generators will supply dispatchable renewable power balanced with thermal power to maintain at least 85% annual availability. A single composite tariff will be quoted for the renewable and thermal energy. The bidding parameter will be this composite tariff, and the bidder quoting the lowest tariff will be selected. The minimum capacity that can be offered is 250 MW to achieve economies of scale.
Order No. 1000 and Beyond: Transmission Policy, Renewables and MoreCarolyn Elefant
Order No. 1000 requires regional transmission planning to consider public policy needs like renewable energy. It was challenged for encroaching on state authority but recent rulings found flexibility. Other FERC orders incentivize transmission for renewables and demand response as alternatives. States largely control net metering and small generator interconnection, which are key for distributed renewable energy. While Order No. 1000 is significant, states have multiple tools to achieve renewable goals within their jurisdiction.
Consumer protection in the EU & the role of energy ombudsmenenergydialog
Consumer protection in the EU energy sector relies on energy ombudsmen and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) bodies. The Third Energy Package of 2009 and ADR Directive of 2013 established rights for energy consumers and standards for ADR providers. Ombudsmen are independent authorities that resolve consumer disputes and make policy recommendations regarding fairness, vulnerable consumers, and ethics. The National Energy Ombudsmen Network (NEON) promotes ADR and represents its 8 members serving over 219 million citizens. In 2016, NEON members handled over 103,000 energy-related disputes. The upcoming Clean Energy Package proposes new rights for active consumers and local energy communities but could improve measures for energy poverty and clarify rules on switching and third parties. Better
The document summarizes AT&T's University Advantage Program for public institutions. It outlines student discounts of up to 10% for schools with 500+ combined student and faculty lines. It also describes "College 10, 20, & 30" data features available to schools with 1,000+ lines. Equipment pricing provides 50% off for campus representatives and 20% off accessories, as well as consumer or Premier pricing for students and institutional representatives. The program is available to accredited public universities with 500+ enrolled students that sign a contract.
This document provides definitions for key terms related to Pennsylvania's deregulated electricity market. It explains basic services like generation, transmission, and distribution. It also defines customer charges, deregulation, and the roles of electric distribution companies, electric generation suppliers, and the Public Utility Commission. Additionally, it covers electricity pricing structures like fixed prices and variables rates.
The document discusses a rural electrification PPP concession in Mali between the government agency AMADER and the private company Yelem Kura. The objective was to increase rural electrification access through private sector participation. Key aspects included allocating demand and political risks between parties and providing subsidies to mitigate commercial risks for the private partner. While the project increased electrification rates and jobs, issues around high tariffs for poor rural customers, remote infrastructure costs, and regulatory hurdles were observed. Overall, the government could have structured subsidies better to balance private returns with access for all rural residents.
bidding strategies in indian restructured power marketKomal Nigam
This document provides an outline for a thesis on bidding strategies in the Indian power market. It includes an introduction to the Indian power market and deregulation. It discusses topics that will be covered like transmission pricing, bidding classifications and mechanisms, literature review outcomes and objectives. It provides timelines and references that will be used. In summaries the key aspects of the deregulated market and the research problem around determining market clearing prices with multiple generators and constraints.
The document summarizes actions from the 2015 Connecticut Legislative Session and June Special Session related to energy and utilities. Key actions included technical revisions to energy statutes, revisions to the commercial PACE program, requiring developers to pay costs for public meetings on telecom towers, expanding small community water system oversight, extending anaerobic digestion and shared clean energy facility pilot programs, establishing a solar home renewable energy credit program, increasing electric rate case hearing requirements, allowing new types of energy procurement, restricting variable rate contracts, and addressing utility customer verification, grid-side energy projects, and property tax abatement policies.
1) Deregulation of energy markets gives consumers the power to choose their energy provider by allowing competitive suppliers to enter the market.
2) Under deregulation, consumers can choose their energy supplier but not their distributor, whose prices are still regulated.
3) Deregulation benefits consumers by promoting competition between suppliers, leading to innovative product offerings and potentially lower prices.
FEI Submission to EE Panel_26Jul2016_FinalKevin Heal
The document provides recommendations for Alberta's community energy strategy, including establishing a target of 1 GW of clean community energy by 2030. It recommends updating the Micro-Generation Regulation with best practice net metering and interconnection rules, implementing new community energy incentive programs, and creating a Community Energy Regulation to provide new community energy tariffs and evolve Alberta's electricity system towards a smart grid. The recommendations aim to learn from other jurisdictions and establish policies and programs to support the growth of distributed energy resources in Alberta.
Wis. climate change bill - 1/20/2010 staff presentationwispolitics
The document summarizes Assembly Bill 649 and Senate Bill 450, which address clean energy and greenhouse gas emission reduction goals in Wisconsin. The bill sets goals for renewable energy, energy efficiency, and emissions regulations. It establishes programs administered by the Public Service Commission related to energy efficiency, renewable portfolio standards, and feed-in tariffs. The bill also addresses transportation-related issues like vehicle emissions standards, idle reduction, and low carbon fuel standards.
The document provides an overview and summary of key elements of Assembly Bill 649 and Senate Bill 450, which address clean energy and climate change issues in Wisconsin. The summary includes goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase renewable energy and energy efficiency. It also describes programs for energy efficiency, renewable portfolio standards, renewable tariffs, and considerations for new nuclear power plants. Additional sections cover transportation initiatives, energy efficient buildings and equipment, roles for state and local government, bioenergy, industrial efficiency incentives, and coordinating climate change programs.
Introduction to Virtual Power Purchase Agreement instruments.pptxmsounak95
Virtual Power Purchase Agreements are increasingly becoming a popular instrument to execute electricity market transactions. They enable both parties to hedge their risks of fluctuating markets and execute transactions.
This document discusses solar feed-in tariffs and renewable portfolio standards in Germany and California. It explains that feed-in tariffs set a fixed price that solar producers are paid for electricity, while renewable portfolio standards set renewable energy production quotas and let market prices be determined. Germany pioneered feed-in tariffs in 1991 and California established a renewable portfolio standard in 2002, requiring 20% renewable energy by 2017. Both policies have effectively increased solar power adoption.
EPA's Clean Power Plan: Challenges Ahead for Sources and StatesICF
The Clean Power Plan (CPP) is not just another air regulation - it has the potential to rearrange the U.S. power map. How will EPA’s CPP impact your state? This infographic breaks down the different factors that impact key decisions.
View the web-version: https://www.icfi.com/markets/energy/campaigns/epas-clean-power-plan
Renewable Energy Act of 2008: Hits and Misses for the Philippine Geothermal I...Fernando Penarroyo
The document discusses legal and regulatory issues affecting the Philippine geothermal industry under the Renewable Energy Act of 2008. It identifies several key challenges, including the government's ambivalence towards foreign ownership, complex rules for obtaining consent from indigenous peoples, lack of transmission infrastructure, and delays in establishing clear feed-in tariff rates. It recommends that regulators address these issues to provide greater policy certainty and incentives to attract more private investment needed to meet the country's renewable energy targets.
OREC Webinar: From Silicon Valley to Wall Street to Foggy Bottom:Carolyn Elefant
In this program, Carolyn Elefant, owner of the Law Offices of Carolyn Elefant, counsel to the Ocean Renewable Energy Coalition (OREC), seasoned FERC practitioner and legal advisor to innovative law and technology companies identifies and discusses the regulatory market pull incentives developed by FERC over the past 2 years that are creating robust green technology markets and enormous opportunities for entrepreneurs and investors.
PA Electricity Deregulation: How to Save $ with Electric ChoiceCrunchEnergy
Pennsylvania faces what may be a very rocky road in the wake of deregulation. Instead of creating competition and lower rates for consumers and businesses, deregulation has been nothing but costly for business owners in many states.
But deregulation doesn’t have to be a nightmare. It can be an opportunity for smart businesses to save money on their electricity bills. Decision makers who prepare, learn their options, and ask the right questions can reap the benefits of Electric Choice.
Are you ready to make the right decisions for your business as deregulation approaches? Should you stay with your current provider, or should you switch to a new one? And how will you choose?
FERC Order 1000, issued in 2011, requires transmission providers to participate in regional transmission planning processes, consider public policy requirements, remove rights of first refusal for transmission development, improve coordination between transmission planning regions, establish requirements for merchant transmission developers, and implement new cost allocation methods within 12-18 months. The order aimed to promote more efficient transmission planning, development and cost allocation to address the growing need for transmission infrastructure to integrate renewable energy and address reliability concerns.
New Entrants in Electric Generation in Tennessee ValleyTNenergy
New Entrants in Electric Generation in Tennessee Valley" at the 43rd Annual Environmental Show of the South on April 30, 2014 in Gatlinburg, TN. The panel was comprised of experts in energy law and federal regulations, including Jim Rossi of Vanderbilt University and Gregory Young and Kenneth Gish of Stites and Harbison, PLLC. The session was approved for continuing legal education credits.
Fixed costs recovery, renewables adoption, and rate fairness 5 6-14bobprocter
This document summarizes key issues regarding a utility's recovery of fixed costs and how that affects renewables adoption and rate fairness. It discusses:
1) A utility's proposal to rely solely on demand charges for fixed cost recovery and how that could impact net metering for renewables.
2) Debate around the level of benefits utilities attribute to photovoltaics (PV) and arguments that environmental benefits should be included.
3) How legislative guidance gives utilities and regulators latitude in determining reasonable rates, making it difficult for aggrieved parties to challenge rates in court.
4) The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's varying approaches to allocating fixed costs between demand and volume charges and its understanding of rate
The approval certificate issued by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) on April 7, 2016 for a project to beef up a connection between two pipelines not yet built--PennEast Pipeline and Southern Reliability Project pipeline. Both new pipelines will be located, at least partially, in NJ.
Wellington&Cira Law Seminars Presentation 072610fredwellington
The document summarizes a presentation by Navigant Consulting on the financial impacts of renewable energy policies in the Pacific Northwest. It finds that remaining wind resources in Oregon and Washington will likely not be sufficient to meet states' 2020 renewable portfolio standard targets. This could increase renewable energy compliance costs for utilities if they do not procure higher quality wind resources early on or rely more on other renewable resources like geothermal. The analysis compares costs under different scenarios of accelerated, incremental, and import-reliant renewable resource development. Prudent renewable energy procurement is important to manage risks to utility shareholders and ratepayers from increased costs of non-cost effective compliance strategies.
Ratemaking and Environmental Compliance PlansJohn Wolfram
Utilities make significant investments to comply with environmental regulations. This paper discusses the ratemaking considerations for utilities' Environmental Compliance Plans.
Umpp(ultra mega power plant and international bidding )Gurparvesh kaur
slide2-background With India being a country of chronic power deficits, the Government of India has planned to provide "power for all" by the end of the Eleventh Five-Year Plan (2007–2012).
This would entail the creation of an additional capacity of at least 100,000 MW by 2012
Ultra Mega Power projects, each with a capacity of 4000 MW or above, are being developed with the aim of bridging this gap
Launched by Ministry of Power in 2005-06
slide3-Central government has taken the initiative under tariff based competitive bidding route using super critical technology on BOO basis
Central Electricity Authority is the technical partner & Power finance corporation is the nodal agency
Separate SPVs were provided for each project to undertake project development activities including bid process management
In addition to Ultra Mega thermal power Projects, Ministry of Power is also taking steps for bringing up large Hydro Projects and large size Transmission Projects on the fast track
slide4-role of ministry - Ministry of Power to be facilitator for coordination with concerned Ministries/ agencies and State Government for ensuring:
Coal block allotment for pithead projects
Environment/ forest clearances
Facilitate acquisition of land
Required support from State Govt. & its agencies
To facilitate proper payment security mechanism with State Govt./ State utilities
slide5-concept Setting up of large projects of 4000 MW at a single location: ensuring economies of scale
Award of projects to developer through tariff based competitive bidding : ensuring cheaper power
Utilization of super critical technology: ensuring higher efficiency and lower CO2 emissions
slide 7-PROVISION OF ELECTRICITY ACT, 2003
Provides that regulatory commissions shall adopt the tariff if it is determined through transparent process of bidding accordance with guidelines issued by central government
Aims at moving away from cost plus approach for tariff determination & expected to encourage private sector investment
slide8-national electricity policy-Aim of this policy is to supply reliable & quality power of specified standard in an efficient manner & at reasonable rates
Policy recognizes that competition will bring significant benefits to consumers
Policy stipulates that all efforts will need to bring the power industry as early as possible in the overall interest of consumers
slide9-Access to Electricity Available for all households in next five years.
Availability of Power Demand to be fully met by 2012.
Shortages to be overcome and spinning reserve to be available.
Per capita availability of electricity to be increased to over 1000 units by 2012.
Minimum lifeline consumption of 1 unit/ household/day as a merit good by year 2012.
Financial Turnaround and Commercial Viability of Electricity Sector
slide 10-electric tariff policy
slide11-20 international bidding comparison with national bidding
Manage environmental compliance costs with pricing, news and analysis on affected markets. As the U.S. West Coast pricing benchmark, OPIS provides the best assessment of the growing cost of compliance with AB32 programs.
What is a PPA (Power Purchase Agreement) ?
A Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) often refers to a long-term electricity supply agreement between two parties, usually between a power producer and a customer (an electricity consumer or trader). The PPA defines the conditions of the agreement, such as the amount of electricity to be supplied, negotiated prices, accounting, and penalties for non-compliance.
Since it is a bilateral agreement, a PPA can take many forms and is usually tailored to the specific application. Electricity can be supplied physically or on a balancing sheet. PPAs can be used to reduce market price risks, which is why they are frequently implemented by large electricity consumers to help reduce investment costs associated with planning or operating renewable energy plants.
A Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) is a long-term contract between an electricity generator and purchaser that defines the conditions for the sale of electricity. PPAs provide price stability and help finance renewable energy projects by guaranteeing revenue. There are physical PPAs, which deliver electricity directly, and virtual PPAs, which financially settle the contract without physical delivery. PPAs benefit both renewable developers by enabling project financing, and buyers seeking long-term electricity price certainty and renewable attributes.
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Feed In Tariff: California CPUC v. FERC
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Editor's Notes
To be eligible for feed in CHP facilities must achieve 60% energy conversion efficiency which exceeds minimum 42-45% requirements in FERC’s QF cogen regs. Important to have incentives. Also, if CHP is in CAISO designated constrained area, feed-in allows 10% adjustment to account for tmission upgrades. Finally, since capacity must be new, may be different avoided costs - bottom line: may need multiple avoided code calculations! ALSO state laws make utility purchase costs more expensive