The Eugene Water & Electric Board (EWEB) provides water and electricity to approximately 200,000 people in the greater Eugene area. In 2015, EWEB took steps to improve the reliability of Eugene's water supply by acquiring property along the Willamette River for a new water intake facility. EWEB also prepared for a major earthquake by distributing emergency water containers and upgrading critical infrastructure. The utility paid off debt early to reduce costs and helped local businesses expand through a new loan program. EWEB continues to provide highly reliable electric service and award-winning customer programs.
El Paso Electric is a regulated electric utility serving west Texas and southern New Mexico. It has a rate regulated business model with no retail competition. The document discusses El Paso Electric's service territory, generating capabilities, regulatory environment, capital expenditure plans, and growth opportunities from increasing demand in its service area. It notes above average customer and retail sales growth compared to industry averages, driven by economic and population growth in El Paso from the expanding Mexican economy and growth at Fort Bliss military base.
Advancing wi cleanenergyfuture_sierraclubShahla Werner
This document discusses policies needed to advance Wisconsin's clean energy future, including an enhanced renewable portfolio standard of 25% by 2025 with 12.5% from in-state resources. It also discusses net metering policies, leasing of lake bottomlands for offshore wind, and reviving property assessed clean energy programs. The document summarizes Wisconsin's current clean energy challenges and argues that building a statewide clean energy coalition is needed to advance policies that will create jobs and invest in renewable energy.
Sydney's water will run out by 2038 | Biocity StudioBiocity Studio
Sydney is facing a water crisis as its population is projected to increase significantly by 2031. Current water demand already exceeds supply and if consumption is not reduced, Sydney is estimated to run out of drinking water by 2038. Several initiatives are proposed to reduce demand by 40% by 2038, including a 50% increase in water prices, targets for households to collect rainwater, and a water trading scheme. Calculations show these initiatives could decrease drinking water demand by 32.5% and avoid the predicted crisis.
Ofwat is the economic regulator of the water sector in England and Wales. It aims to protect consumers, promote effective competition, and secure efficient and resilient water supply. While privatization has brought investment and improvements, challenges remain around affordability, sustainability, and long-term resilience given a growing population. Ofwat recognizes it cannot address these challenges alone and coordination is needed. It aims to build on past approaches through outcomes-focused regulation, customer engagement, and encouraging innovation, but recognizes changes are needed to drive greater efficiencies and meet long-term needs.
Cvrd water efficiency plan has a major flaw resulting in bad conclusionRichard Hallett
The author criticizes the Comox Valley Regional District's Water Efficiency Plan and its conclusion that water usage must be reduced by 27% within five years. The plan assumes water usage will increase by 2% annually, but the actual increase has been only 0.83% over 15 years. Using the more accurate 0.83% growth rate, the data shows water usage will remain below licensed levels for many years without large reductions. The author argues expensive conservation initiatives are unnecessary and the plan's assumptions and conclusions should be re-examined before spending large amounts of money.
The water conservation goals for the region were based on projections that water usage would exceed licensed amounts by 2013 and that usage was higher than provincial and national averages. However, the data shows that goal has been achieved, as water usage has not increased despite a 21% population rise due to more efficient buildings, homes and incentives encouraging conservation. Residential water usage has declined to 383 liters per person daily, below the BC average and similar systems, demonstrating the region no longer has a water problem as was previously claimed.
Maine Green Power - A Look Into Maine’s Renewable Energy: A GrowSmart Maine B...GrowSmart Maine
Are you a Maine resident or business owner looking to learn more about your electricity options? Do you wonder about how Maine’s electricity system works, and what that means for you? Our February forum was all about how it all works, what it means to residents and businesses, and options to get involved! We heard from experts about existing renewable energy programs Maine has and learn what works, what doesn’t, where they are, and what they cost. We found success stories on how to act locally and affect change in your community.
$5 billion leaves Maine each year in the purchase of fossil fuels. This is a cost to Maine businesses, residents and communities. The health and environmental benefits of reduced fossil fuel uses are significant. With our focus on community-level tools to manage growth and change, GrowSmart Maine draws attention to the costs for Maine communities, and the resources available to those who live and work here to keep more of those dollars here, through energy efficiency and production of renewable energy.
Qualified Energy Conservation Bonds (GEC BS)TNenergy
The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation is launching a new Energy Education Initiative to provide training and tools for implementing energy efficiency, renewable energy, and management projects across the state. Funding comes from the Department of Energy through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. The initiative will host various workshops around Tennessee on topics like housing and industrial energy efficiency. Presentations will be recorded and made available online. A calendar lists upcoming events between May and September in various cities.
El Paso Electric is a regulated electric utility serving west Texas and southern New Mexico. It has a rate regulated business model with no retail competition. The document discusses El Paso Electric's service territory, generating capabilities, regulatory environment, capital expenditure plans, and growth opportunities from increasing demand in its service area. It notes above average customer and retail sales growth compared to industry averages, driven by economic and population growth in El Paso from the expanding Mexican economy and growth at Fort Bliss military base.
Advancing wi cleanenergyfuture_sierraclubShahla Werner
This document discusses policies needed to advance Wisconsin's clean energy future, including an enhanced renewable portfolio standard of 25% by 2025 with 12.5% from in-state resources. It also discusses net metering policies, leasing of lake bottomlands for offshore wind, and reviving property assessed clean energy programs. The document summarizes Wisconsin's current clean energy challenges and argues that building a statewide clean energy coalition is needed to advance policies that will create jobs and invest in renewable energy.
Sydney's water will run out by 2038 | Biocity StudioBiocity Studio
Sydney is facing a water crisis as its population is projected to increase significantly by 2031. Current water demand already exceeds supply and if consumption is not reduced, Sydney is estimated to run out of drinking water by 2038. Several initiatives are proposed to reduce demand by 40% by 2038, including a 50% increase in water prices, targets for households to collect rainwater, and a water trading scheme. Calculations show these initiatives could decrease drinking water demand by 32.5% and avoid the predicted crisis.
Ofwat is the economic regulator of the water sector in England and Wales. It aims to protect consumers, promote effective competition, and secure efficient and resilient water supply. While privatization has brought investment and improvements, challenges remain around affordability, sustainability, and long-term resilience given a growing population. Ofwat recognizes it cannot address these challenges alone and coordination is needed. It aims to build on past approaches through outcomes-focused regulation, customer engagement, and encouraging innovation, but recognizes changes are needed to drive greater efficiencies and meet long-term needs.
Cvrd water efficiency plan has a major flaw resulting in bad conclusionRichard Hallett
The author criticizes the Comox Valley Regional District's Water Efficiency Plan and its conclusion that water usage must be reduced by 27% within five years. The plan assumes water usage will increase by 2% annually, but the actual increase has been only 0.83% over 15 years. Using the more accurate 0.83% growth rate, the data shows water usage will remain below licensed levels for many years without large reductions. The author argues expensive conservation initiatives are unnecessary and the plan's assumptions and conclusions should be re-examined before spending large amounts of money.
The water conservation goals for the region were based on projections that water usage would exceed licensed amounts by 2013 and that usage was higher than provincial and national averages. However, the data shows that goal has been achieved, as water usage has not increased despite a 21% population rise due to more efficient buildings, homes and incentives encouraging conservation. Residential water usage has declined to 383 liters per person daily, below the BC average and similar systems, demonstrating the region no longer has a water problem as was previously claimed.
Maine Green Power - A Look Into Maine’s Renewable Energy: A GrowSmart Maine B...GrowSmart Maine
Are you a Maine resident or business owner looking to learn more about your electricity options? Do you wonder about how Maine’s electricity system works, and what that means for you? Our February forum was all about how it all works, what it means to residents and businesses, and options to get involved! We heard from experts about existing renewable energy programs Maine has and learn what works, what doesn’t, where they are, and what they cost. We found success stories on how to act locally and affect change in your community.
$5 billion leaves Maine each year in the purchase of fossil fuels. This is a cost to Maine businesses, residents and communities. The health and environmental benefits of reduced fossil fuel uses are significant. With our focus on community-level tools to manage growth and change, GrowSmart Maine draws attention to the costs for Maine communities, and the resources available to those who live and work here to keep more of those dollars here, through energy efficiency and production of renewable energy.
Qualified Energy Conservation Bonds (GEC BS)TNenergy
The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation is launching a new Energy Education Initiative to provide training and tools for implementing energy efficiency, renewable energy, and management projects across the state. Funding comes from the Department of Energy through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. The initiative will host various workshops around Tennessee on topics like housing and industrial energy efficiency. Presentations will be recorded and made available online. A calendar lists upcoming events between May and September in various cities.
PPT- Community Choice Aggregation Public Hearing for POG 4.30.12cityofevanston
This document summarizes pricing information received from two electricity suppliers, Constellation and MC Squared, for a municipal electricity aggregation. It provides tables comparing the price per kilowatt hour for different renewable energy mixes and contract lengths. A 100% renewable energy option for a 12-month contract is the best deal, saving a typical residential customer $264 per year compared to the local utility rate. Other nearby communities that have conducted similar aggregations are also shown for comparison.
Ontario's electricity prices have been increasing significantly in recent years and are projected to continue increasing in the short term due to investments in new energy infrastructure. Energy analyst Tom Adams attributes price increases since 2008 primarily to the shutdown of coal plants, increased investment in wind, solar and biomass energy, conservation initiatives, and rising costs at Ontario Power Generation. Adams believes the government is making decisions that are exacerbating the problem and not bringing costs under control. Individuals can help reduce their bills through conservation efforts but prices are ultimately driven up as costs must be recovered across fewer sales.
Starting from a concise history of the energy problems in the Upper Peninsula, Abhi will talk about simple ways residents, small business owners and industries in the UP save money on rising energy bills. Learn how high energy rates make some regions of the Upper Peninsula the best part in the whole country to install solar, and find out what Houghton County is doing to win $5,000,000 as a semifinalist in a national energy efficiency competition.
Advancing Wisconsin's Clean Energy Future: 2014 & BeyondShahla Werner
The document discusses the need for Wisconsin to transition to cleaner energy sources and implement stronger renewable energy policies in order to address climate change, economic, and public health issues. It notes that greenhouse gas emissions are at their highest levels in 800,000 years and climate change is already damaging Wisconsin's agriculture. The Sierra Club has had successes in blocking new coal plants and retiring old ones, but Wisconsin lags other states in renewable standards and development. An enhanced renewable standard requiring 25% renewable energy by 2025 could create jobs and economic benefits while having minimal increased costs for consumers.
Beth Galante | Innovation Showcase | 2014 Solar SymposiumGW Solar Institute
This is an Ignite Style presentation (five minute max presentations with slides that automatically advance every 15 seconds) that was a part of the 2014 Solar Symposium Innovation Showcase.
Beth Galante, Chief Energy Efficiency Officer, PosiGen LLC
Making Third Party Ownership Work for Lower-Income Clients: Find out how bundling energy efficiency and solar, government incentives, and standardization is helping low-income individuals, families, and businesses in Louisiana achieve greater fiscal autonomy and energy independence by lowering their energy consumption.
The rise of the electricity bill [infographic]Jason Scott
The rise of the electricity bill shows how much the cost of electricity has increased in recent times and the impact the carbon tax has had on electrici
The document summarizes a member update meeting by KIUC regarding renewable energy development on Kauai. It discusses:
1) A board resolution recognizing cultural, agricultural, fishing, tourism and recreational needs in hydroelectric development and maintaining adequate stream flows for aquatic species.
2) KIUC's strategic plan to develop renewables like hydroelectric, biomass, solar and battery storage to reduce dependence on imported oil and stabilize energy prices for members.
3) Ongoing hydroelectric projects in development that could provide over 75% of Kauai's energy needs through a responsible licensing and stakeholder input process.
This document summarizes the history of the energy crisis in the Upper Peninsula (UP) of Michigan. It discusses:
1) The Presque Isle Power Plant (PiPP) was built in 1955 but was sold to another company in 1980. In 2013, it was designated as a System Support Resource (SSR) to ensure grid reliability, requiring subsidies to keep it open.
2) In 2014, a plan was approved for UPPCO to purchase PiPP and other UP assets, for a new gas plant to replace PiPP, and for MPSC to approve a utility merger. However, questions remained about existing SSR costs, long-term reliability without infrastructure upgrades, and true energy independence.
The document is the 2014 Annual Report for the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA). It provides the following key details:
- BPA is a federal nonprofit power marketing administration based in the Pacific Northwest that markets power from 31 federal hydroelectric projects and one nuclear plant. About 30% of the region's power comes from BPA.
- In 2014, favorable water conditions and stable power prices contributed to strong financial performance for BPA, including $444 million in net revenues and $236 million in adjusted net revenues. BPA also made its required $991 million Treasury payment on time for the 31st consecutive year.
- Throughout 2014, BPA invested nearly $1 billion to preserve and enhance the region
American Water provides water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people in 16 states, has a market capitalization of $8.6 billion, and seeks to continue growing its regulated water business through capital investments and acquisitions while also expanding its complementary market-based business lines. The company has delivered strong total shareholder returns since its 2008 IPO and maintains a transparent dividend policy aimed at increasing its dividend in line with normalized earnings per share growth.
Bracken Hendricks | Innovation Showcase | 2014 Solar SymposiumGW Solar Institute
This is an Ignite Style presentation (five minute max presentations with slides that automatically advance every 15 seconds) that was a part of the 2014 Solar Symposium Innovation Showcase.
Bracken Hendricks, CEO, Urban Ingenuity
PACE and Affordable Housing: Find out how Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing can fund clean energy retrofits and help solve broader financial challenges for affordable housing developers, owners, and property managers by providing a new capital solution for affordable housing preservation.
Green water credit scheme as a management mechanism for sustainable agricultu...CTA
This document summarizes a study assessing the feasibility of a Green Water Credit scheme in Malawi to address degradation of the Shire River Basin. The study estimated the economic costs of degradation to key stakeholders like the electricity company and found high costs from issues like siltation reducing power generation. A survey found that over half of electricity consumers were willing to pay extra in their bills to help finance credits to farmers for sustainable land management practices to protect the river basin. The study concludes the credit scheme shows potential to engage local resources if properly designed and governed.
The document discusses water planning and conservation in Texas. It summarizes that regional water planning was established in the late 1990s in response to droughts to project water demands and supplies, identify shortages, and recommend strategies. It also discusses challenges in accurately quantifying water conservation savings and the most common top-down approaches used based on gallons per capita per day. Contact information is provided for more details on water planning and a related conservation study.
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.
This document summarizes the California Farm Water Coalition's position on various proposals to improve water supply reliability in California's Bay Delta region. It notes that the Coalition represents agricultural water users statewide. It criticizes a proposal by the Natural Resources Defense Council that would reduce agricultural water allocations, arguing this would force many farmers out of business without their support. The document also expresses concern that the NRDC's "portfolio" approach adds uncertainty and may prevent the San Luis Reservoir from filling reliably, compromising water supply. It concludes there is insufficient support to pay for the portfolio plan without buy-in from Central Valley Project agricultural water users.
The document outlines 30 dining rules in Hinduism. Some key rules include: food should be served on a plantain leaf with the tapering end intact and facing either east or north; no conversation during meals; items should be served from the top right corner of the leaf in a specific order; leftovers must be left on the leaf for animals; and the diner should bless the host after washing hands. The rules aim to accord the highest respect to food and prescribe an orderly process for dining according to Hindu traditions.
This document outlines the key topics in human resource management. It defines organization, management, and human resource management. The nature and scope as well as objectives of human resource management are then described. The main functions of human resource management are identified as job analysis, human resource planning, recruitment and selection, training and development, performance appraisal, transfers, motivation and incentives. Strategic human resource management and employees' rights are also mentioned.
HATCH! PROGRAM is a start-up incubator and social enterprise in Vietnam that consists of two pillars - Community Building and HATCH! Incubation. Community Building focuses on connecting resources and building a startup community through events. HATCH! Incubation provides business assistance like mentorship and exposure to networks for executed startups. They are recruiting for positions on the Community Building and Startup Incubation teams, including managers, cameramen, copywriters, and account managers. These jobs provide opportunities to interact with entrepreneurs, learn from mentors, organize events, and develop skills and networks.
Utilities in the Pacific Northwest are preparing for the impacts of legalized recreational marijuana as three states - Washington, Oregon, and Alaska - implement voter-approved laws. Some utilities see opportunities to boost revenue from powering marijuana growing operations, while others are concerned about increased electricity demand raising costs. Utilities are developing special rates for marijuana growers to ensure other customers are not negatively impacted by additional power needs. They are also educating growers on safely connecting to the electric grid and encouraging energy efficiency to manage demand.
Dokumen tersebut merupakan kata pengantar dari sebuah laporan PKLI (Praktek Kerja Lapangan Industri) yang menjelaskan ucapan syukur penulis atas bimbingan dan dukungan yang diterima selama menyelesaikan laporan tersebut. Penulis juga meminta masukan untuk perbaikan laporan demi kesempurnaannya.
Marilyn Monroe achieved early success by marrying and changing her hair color to pursue modeling. She converted to Judaism to marry playwright Arthur Miller. However, she faced personal challenges with three divorces and overcoming childhood rape.
PPT- Community Choice Aggregation Public Hearing for POG 4.30.12cityofevanston
This document summarizes pricing information received from two electricity suppliers, Constellation and MC Squared, for a municipal electricity aggregation. It provides tables comparing the price per kilowatt hour for different renewable energy mixes and contract lengths. A 100% renewable energy option for a 12-month contract is the best deal, saving a typical residential customer $264 per year compared to the local utility rate. Other nearby communities that have conducted similar aggregations are also shown for comparison.
Ontario's electricity prices have been increasing significantly in recent years and are projected to continue increasing in the short term due to investments in new energy infrastructure. Energy analyst Tom Adams attributes price increases since 2008 primarily to the shutdown of coal plants, increased investment in wind, solar and biomass energy, conservation initiatives, and rising costs at Ontario Power Generation. Adams believes the government is making decisions that are exacerbating the problem and not bringing costs under control. Individuals can help reduce their bills through conservation efforts but prices are ultimately driven up as costs must be recovered across fewer sales.
Starting from a concise history of the energy problems in the Upper Peninsula, Abhi will talk about simple ways residents, small business owners and industries in the UP save money on rising energy bills. Learn how high energy rates make some regions of the Upper Peninsula the best part in the whole country to install solar, and find out what Houghton County is doing to win $5,000,000 as a semifinalist in a national energy efficiency competition.
Advancing Wisconsin's Clean Energy Future: 2014 & BeyondShahla Werner
The document discusses the need for Wisconsin to transition to cleaner energy sources and implement stronger renewable energy policies in order to address climate change, economic, and public health issues. It notes that greenhouse gas emissions are at their highest levels in 800,000 years and climate change is already damaging Wisconsin's agriculture. The Sierra Club has had successes in blocking new coal plants and retiring old ones, but Wisconsin lags other states in renewable standards and development. An enhanced renewable standard requiring 25% renewable energy by 2025 could create jobs and economic benefits while having minimal increased costs for consumers.
Beth Galante | Innovation Showcase | 2014 Solar SymposiumGW Solar Institute
This is an Ignite Style presentation (five minute max presentations with slides that automatically advance every 15 seconds) that was a part of the 2014 Solar Symposium Innovation Showcase.
Beth Galante, Chief Energy Efficiency Officer, PosiGen LLC
Making Third Party Ownership Work for Lower-Income Clients: Find out how bundling energy efficiency and solar, government incentives, and standardization is helping low-income individuals, families, and businesses in Louisiana achieve greater fiscal autonomy and energy independence by lowering their energy consumption.
The rise of the electricity bill [infographic]Jason Scott
The rise of the electricity bill shows how much the cost of electricity has increased in recent times and the impact the carbon tax has had on electrici
The document summarizes a member update meeting by KIUC regarding renewable energy development on Kauai. It discusses:
1) A board resolution recognizing cultural, agricultural, fishing, tourism and recreational needs in hydroelectric development and maintaining adequate stream flows for aquatic species.
2) KIUC's strategic plan to develop renewables like hydroelectric, biomass, solar and battery storage to reduce dependence on imported oil and stabilize energy prices for members.
3) Ongoing hydroelectric projects in development that could provide over 75% of Kauai's energy needs through a responsible licensing and stakeholder input process.
This document summarizes the history of the energy crisis in the Upper Peninsula (UP) of Michigan. It discusses:
1) The Presque Isle Power Plant (PiPP) was built in 1955 but was sold to another company in 1980. In 2013, it was designated as a System Support Resource (SSR) to ensure grid reliability, requiring subsidies to keep it open.
2) In 2014, a plan was approved for UPPCO to purchase PiPP and other UP assets, for a new gas plant to replace PiPP, and for MPSC to approve a utility merger. However, questions remained about existing SSR costs, long-term reliability without infrastructure upgrades, and true energy independence.
The document is the 2014 Annual Report for the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA). It provides the following key details:
- BPA is a federal nonprofit power marketing administration based in the Pacific Northwest that markets power from 31 federal hydroelectric projects and one nuclear plant. About 30% of the region's power comes from BPA.
- In 2014, favorable water conditions and stable power prices contributed to strong financial performance for BPA, including $444 million in net revenues and $236 million in adjusted net revenues. BPA also made its required $991 million Treasury payment on time for the 31st consecutive year.
- Throughout 2014, BPA invested nearly $1 billion to preserve and enhance the region
American Water provides water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people in 16 states, has a market capitalization of $8.6 billion, and seeks to continue growing its regulated water business through capital investments and acquisitions while also expanding its complementary market-based business lines. The company has delivered strong total shareholder returns since its 2008 IPO and maintains a transparent dividend policy aimed at increasing its dividend in line with normalized earnings per share growth.
Bracken Hendricks | Innovation Showcase | 2014 Solar SymposiumGW Solar Institute
This is an Ignite Style presentation (five minute max presentations with slides that automatically advance every 15 seconds) that was a part of the 2014 Solar Symposium Innovation Showcase.
Bracken Hendricks, CEO, Urban Ingenuity
PACE and Affordable Housing: Find out how Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing can fund clean energy retrofits and help solve broader financial challenges for affordable housing developers, owners, and property managers by providing a new capital solution for affordable housing preservation.
Green water credit scheme as a management mechanism for sustainable agricultu...CTA
This document summarizes a study assessing the feasibility of a Green Water Credit scheme in Malawi to address degradation of the Shire River Basin. The study estimated the economic costs of degradation to key stakeholders like the electricity company and found high costs from issues like siltation reducing power generation. A survey found that over half of electricity consumers were willing to pay extra in their bills to help finance credits to farmers for sustainable land management practices to protect the river basin. The study concludes the credit scheme shows potential to engage local resources if properly designed and governed.
The document discusses water planning and conservation in Texas. It summarizes that regional water planning was established in the late 1990s in response to droughts to project water demands and supplies, identify shortages, and recommend strategies. It also discusses challenges in accurately quantifying water conservation savings and the most common top-down approaches used based on gallons per capita per day. Contact information is provided for more details on water planning and a related conservation study.
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.
This document summarizes the California Farm Water Coalition's position on various proposals to improve water supply reliability in California's Bay Delta region. It notes that the Coalition represents agricultural water users statewide. It criticizes a proposal by the Natural Resources Defense Council that would reduce agricultural water allocations, arguing this would force many farmers out of business without their support. The document also expresses concern that the NRDC's "portfolio" approach adds uncertainty and may prevent the San Luis Reservoir from filling reliably, compromising water supply. It concludes there is insufficient support to pay for the portfolio plan without buy-in from Central Valley Project agricultural water users.
The document outlines 30 dining rules in Hinduism. Some key rules include: food should be served on a plantain leaf with the tapering end intact and facing either east or north; no conversation during meals; items should be served from the top right corner of the leaf in a specific order; leftovers must be left on the leaf for animals; and the diner should bless the host after washing hands. The rules aim to accord the highest respect to food and prescribe an orderly process for dining according to Hindu traditions.
This document outlines the key topics in human resource management. It defines organization, management, and human resource management. The nature and scope as well as objectives of human resource management are then described. The main functions of human resource management are identified as job analysis, human resource planning, recruitment and selection, training and development, performance appraisal, transfers, motivation and incentives. Strategic human resource management and employees' rights are also mentioned.
HATCH! PROGRAM is a start-up incubator and social enterprise in Vietnam that consists of two pillars - Community Building and HATCH! Incubation. Community Building focuses on connecting resources and building a startup community through events. HATCH! Incubation provides business assistance like mentorship and exposure to networks for executed startups. They are recruiting for positions on the Community Building and Startup Incubation teams, including managers, cameramen, copywriters, and account managers. These jobs provide opportunities to interact with entrepreneurs, learn from mentors, organize events, and develop skills and networks.
Utilities in the Pacific Northwest are preparing for the impacts of legalized recreational marijuana as three states - Washington, Oregon, and Alaska - implement voter-approved laws. Some utilities see opportunities to boost revenue from powering marijuana growing operations, while others are concerned about increased electricity demand raising costs. Utilities are developing special rates for marijuana growers to ensure other customers are not negatively impacted by additional power needs. They are also educating growers on safely connecting to the electric grid and encouraging energy efficiency to manage demand.
Dokumen tersebut merupakan kata pengantar dari sebuah laporan PKLI (Praktek Kerja Lapangan Industri) yang menjelaskan ucapan syukur penulis atas bimbingan dan dukungan yang diterima selama menyelesaikan laporan tersebut. Penulis juga meminta masukan untuk perbaikan laporan demi kesempurnaannya.
Marilyn Monroe achieved early success by marrying and changing her hair color to pursue modeling. She converted to Judaism to marry playwright Arthur Miller. However, she faced personal challenges with three divorces and overcoming childhood rape.
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This document outlines generic business level strategies and the value chain activities that are common for pursuing a cost leadership or differentiation strategy. It discusses four generic business level strategies - cost leadership, differentiation, focused low cost, and focused differentiation - defined by their source of competitive advantage and target market scope. For a cost leadership strategy, the key is achieving the lowest costs in the industry. Common value chain activities include efficient scale, process technology investments, and minimizing overhead. For a differentiation strategy, the focus is on creating unique product attributes that allow premium pricing. Common activities include new product R&D, quality control, and customer service. The document notes effective strategies can remain profitable even in unattractive industry environments.
HATCH! PROGRAM is a start-up incubator and social enterprise focused on creating innovative Vietnamese start-ups and building the startup ecosystem in Vietnam. It consists of Community Building and HATCH! Incubation teams. The Community Building team connects resources and builds community through events like weekly meetups and an annual conference. HATCH! Incubation provides business assistance like mentorship, networking, and funding exposure to support startups. They are hiring for several positions on both teams, including an assistant manager, cameraman, copywriter, and account manager.
This document provides an overview of the sacrament of Anointing of the Sick in the Catholic Church. It begins with biblical foundations from the Gospel of Mark and Letter of James. It then discusses the ritual elements including prayer, laying on of hands, anointing with blessed oil, and the formula used. It notes that a priest is the ordinary minister and covers the qualifications of the recipient and effects of receiving the sacrament, including forgiveness of sins and restoration of health if conducive to salvation. It concludes with a brief history of healing rituals from Old Testament times to the 12th century when Anointing of the Sick took on its focus as a last rites sacrament.
Dr. Ryke Geerd Hamer was a German physician and psychologist who studied medicine and theology, receiving his medical license in 1967. After his son was killed and his wife died of cancer, Hamer postulated that their cancers were related to the emotional trauma of losing his son. He developed the five laws of cancer based on this idea. However, Hamer lost his medical license at age 51 for refusing to renounce his findings about the emotional origins of cancer, which contradicted mainstream medical views. He was later imprisoned for continuing to practice medicine without a license.
Boone Electric Cooperative has served its members in central Missouri reliably for 80 years. It currently serves over 31,000 members across six counties. In 2016, a customer satisfaction survey found that Boone Electric Cooperative received a score of 86, higher than most utility and service industries. The cooperative focuses on reliable service, cost efficiency, and being a trusted source of power and information for its members.
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This document summarizes a research report on the causes of declining residential water sales for the Louisville Water Company. The key findings are:
1) Residential water usage per customer has declined 20% since 1988, forcing the company to raise rates.
2) Several factors may be contributing to lower usage, including wetter weather, fewer people per household, and more water-efficient appliances.
3) Preliminary analysis found at least one-third of the decline is due to fewer people per household. Outdoor water use is also impacted by weather conditions.
The Louisville Water Company has experienced a 20% decline in water usage per residential customer since 1988. This has forced rate increases and reduced revenues. The report studies possible causes, including wetter weather reducing outdoor use, fewer people per household, more water-efficient appliances, and many households incorrectly classified as commercial users. An econometric model suggests at least one-third of the decline is due to fewer people per household, while usage per person has remained stable. The report recommends an end use study to better understand the impacts of new appliances and distinguish indoor and outdoor usage. It also found over 44,000 housing units misclassified as commercial that should be reclassified to improve analysis of trends.
The Causes of Declining Residential Water Salesmhmaggie
In this study I untangled and linked a large complex dataset (over 1 million individual records) to establish who and where water usage was labelled 'residential' and conversely how many households were labelled 'commercial' that were actually residential and thus missed in the Water Company's yearly calculations.
Vectren Corporation released its 2013-2014 sustainability report which outlines its environmental policy and goals. The report discusses Vectren's commitment to environmental stewardship and compliance with regulations. It also details Vectren's efforts to modernize pipeline infrastructure, reduce emissions from power plants, implement recycling programs, and partner with customers on energy efficiency. Vectren aims to create sustainable communities and businesses while preserving natural resources.
Apw1 utilities july 22 2013 ws presentation dds final 7.22.13cityofevanston
This document provides information on Evanston's water and sewer funds, including rate structures, expense projections, capital improvement plans, and regional comparisons. The sewer fund rate has not increased since 2004 and $17 million in bonds were approved for sewer projects from 2010-2013. The water rate increased in July 2013 and the five-year capital improvement plan totals $66.6 million. Wholesale customers including Skokie and the Northwest Water Commission are discussed and opportunities for additional wholesale customers in the future are presented.
The document provides an overview of Guelph Municipal Holdings Inc.'s achievements in 2015. It discusses how its subsidiaries Guelph Hydro Electric Systems Inc. and Envida Community Energy Inc. helped create a more sustainable energy future through various clean energy projects. Guelph Hydro exceeded energy reduction targets and helped reduce electricity consumption. Envida operated landfill gas and district energy systems. While Guelph Municipal Holdings contributed economically, it also improved the environment and exceeded targets. However, Envida faced challenges from high infrastructure costs, resulting in losses and asset write-downs.
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4. WATER. POWER. PEOPLE.
and the cost of our electricity is about in the middle of the pricing range when compared to
other Northwest utilities.
Our focused effort to stabilize finances required the utility to be more strategic and flexible,
in large part because of fundamental changes taking place in the utility industry. While the
economy is recovering and we are now on a firmer footing financially, there continue to be
challenges ahead.
If we learned anything, it’s that the days of a predictable utility business model are over.
Record-low wholesale energy prices, unpredictable weather patterns, and new technologies
are creating many challenges in the utility industry. We also know that customers are
looking for new ways to do business with us, and EWEB is committed to offering new
products and services to meet those expectations.
I can confidently say that your citizen-owned utility is poised to navigate an uncertain future
and adapt to the challenges ahead, so you can continue to rely on us. Finally, I want to thank
our community for your trust and confidence during my six years as General Manager.
This spring, I am leaving the utility for a new challenge in the Northwest. I trust EWEB’s next
leader will carry on with our 105-year-old mission of serving you with reliable power, clean
water and excellent services.
Roger Gray, General Manager
Eugene Water & Electric Board
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PHOTO: QUENTIN FURROW PHOTO: RACHAEL CHILTON PHOTO: QUENTIN FURROW
5. 2015: The year in review
The previous year can be summed up as one of recovery — for our community’s economy and the financial stability
of the utility. EWEB met or exceeded nearly all of its yardsticks for success in the areas of financial health, electric
service reliability, water quality, employee and public safety, customer satisfaction, community support and other
services we provide to customers.
The utility was able to meet or exceed these goals despite some ongoing challenges. While our community’s
economy improved, the utility saw another year of lower-than-expected revenues, especially in sales of surplus
energy to other utilities in the region. EWEB was able to fill this budget gap by reducing spending and using cash reserves.
EWEB’s residential, commercial and industrial customers consumed $191.5 million in electricity in 2015, about
$800,000 less than in 2014. Total revenues, including the sale of surplus electricity in the West Coast wholesale
markets, was approximately $240 million. Wholesale revenues are down significantly from levels prior to the Great
Recession of 2008.
The good news is that due to cost reductions, retirement of some bond debt and other efforts, EWEB was able to
keep electricity prices the same in 2015 (no increase), and the 2016 increase of 2.5 percent covers only the cost
increase to EWEB from our major power supplier, the Bonneville Power Administration.
The water utility fared better than the electric utility, and was able to make progress with critical infrastructure
improvements while keeping costs to customers down. Small water price increases in 2015 and 2016, totaling less
than $3 per month for the average residential customer, are helping to pay for seismic upgrades and other system
improvements to keep our drinking water safe and reliable.
For a more complete look at EWEB’s 2015 financial report and audit, go to eweb.org/financialreports.
EWEB takes pride in exceptional customer service, and in 2015 we met or exceeded nearly all of its established
benchmarks. The reliability of electric service – as measured by the frequency of outages – is about three times
better than the national average. We also get customers’ power back on twice as fast as the national average.
Customer satisfaction with EWEB services also remains high. In our annual survey, more than 8 out of 10
customers said they were either satisfied or extremely satisfied with the service EWEB provides. More than
90 percent of customers are satisfied or extremely satisfied with the quality of their water and reliability of their
electric service.
On the next several pages, we highlight several projects, initiatives and programs of interest during 2015.
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DIVERSIFYING OUR
WATER SUPPLY
In 2015, EWEB took a significant
step in improving the reliability of
Eugene’s water supply. Currently,
all of our drinking water comes
from the Hayden Bridge Filtration
Plant on the McKenzie River. In
the summer months, EWEB has
only a one- or two-day supply of
water if an earthquake or other
disaster seriously disrupts the
distribution system.
The utility last year acquired
property along the Willamette
River for a new water intake
facility to augment our primary
source and reduce the risk of
relying on a single supply of water. The intake site is located upstream
from Eugene near the 4,500-acre Buford Park/Mt. Pisgah Natural Area,
a community resource that is preserved for open space and native
ecosystems. Testing since April 2013 shows that water quality at this
Willamette River location is similar to the McKenzie River intake.
Diversifying the water supply not only improves resiliency, it gives the
utility greater flexibility to take existing facilities off line for maintenance.
EWEB’s elected commissioners have established a special savings
account help pay for the early stages of this investment.
PREPARING FOR THE “BIG ONE”
Publication of a July 2015 cover story in The New Yorker
magazine called “The Big One” – about the looming
threat of a major earthquake in the Pacific Northwest –
significantly raised the public’s awareness of the need
to be prepared for a major disaster. But EWEB already
was ahead of the curve. For the past few years, the utility
has been working to prepare its customers, and its own
employees, for such an event.
One of the most popular components of this effort has
been the distribution of thousands of 3-gallon water
storage containers at a discounted price, in partnership
with the American Red Cross. Storing an emergency
supply of water, along with food and other life-sustaining
items, is a critical component of any household
emergency kit.
Starting in 2014 and continuing in 2015, EWEB has
handed out 8,300 of the containers to customers.
Thousands more will be distributed in 2016 and beyond.
In addition to the water containers, EWEB’s water
emergency preparation efforts include fortifying
and upgrading critical infrastructure such as water
distribution pipes, reservoirs and the Hayden Bridge
Filtration Plant on the McKenzie River.
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REDUCING OUR DEBT – AND OUR COSTS
One of EWEB’s financial-stability strategies is to look
at the utility’s debt, debt payments and assets that
might be deemed unneeded for future utility purposes.
In 2015, EWEB was able to pay off the debt incurred
when the utility invested in its Harvest Wind farm
several years ago.
EWEB Commissioners authorized the use of about
$29 million in cash reserves to pay off the bonds that
were issued several years ago as part of EWEB’s 20
percent ownership in the wind farm in south-central
Washington state. The bond payoff reduced EWEB’s total
amount of debt, which helps the utility maintain a high
bond rating. But the bond payoff also helped EWEB avoid
about $2.6 million in annual debt payments.
EWEB continues to look for other cost savings and is
exploring some asset sales in 2016. One is the likely
sale of the utility’s Smith Creek hydroelectric generating
facility in northern Idaho. That sale is expected to be
completed in the first half of 2016.
HELPING BUSINESSES GROW
In late 2014, with the economic upswing picking up
speed, EWEB developed a Business Growth and
Retention Program to help existing businesses
expand and assist new businesses in relocating to our
community. The program has two main components:
A low-interest loan to help businesses pay for the
upfront cost of water, electric and telecommunications
services, and a short-term “rate guarantee” designed
to encourage smart growth for expanding or new
businesses. Participating businesses must meet certain
criteria, such as adding new jobs to our community.
The program took full effect in 2015. Since inception,
nearly a dozen businesses (including Ninkasi, at right)
received a combined $800,000 in five-year loans or
a rate guarantee that will be phased out over time.
EWEB estimates that the program has helped to create
130 new jobs so far. EWEB will benefit in the form of
increased electric and water revenues that will more
than offset the investment EWEB is making in loans
and rate guarantees.
PHOTO: LANCE ROBERTSON
PHOTO:JOEHARWOOD
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BRINGING HIGH-SPEED
CONNECTIVITY TO DOWNTOWN
EWEB partnered with the city of Eugene, the
Lane Council of Governments and the Technology
Association of Oregon in 2015 to provide high-
speed Internet fiber optic connections to
20 businesses in three downtown buildings.
The pilot project takes advantage of EWEB’s
70-mile fiber optic loop installed in the late 1990s
that connects EWEB’s electric substations, water
reservoirs and other facilities. Working with the
city and LCOG, the utility helped fund “last mile”
connections to the buildings along Willamette
Street near Broadway Plaza. EWEB leases “dark
fiber” it doesn’t need for its own purposes to two
Internet Service Providers, who in turn provide
high-speed connectivity to the businesses.
The downtown network supports Internet speeds
up to 1 gigabyte per second – fast enough to
download an entire high-definition movie in less
than 36 seconds. The speed and capacity of the
network, at prices competitive with Portland and
San Francisco, provides vital infrastructure that
can attract and retain companies that offer
high-paying jobs.
EWEB will continue to work with its partners in
2016 to find affordable ways to further expand the
downtown fiber network.
PHOTO: LANCE ROBERTSON
PHOTO: JOE HARWOOD
PROTECTING OUR WATERSHED
The U.S. Forest Service last year recognized EWEB
Environmental Supervisor Karl Morgenstern (at right)
with a national watershed protection award for his efforts
to protect the McKenzie River and the public and private
lands the iconic river runs through. The agency chose
Morgenstern and EWEB for its “National Rise to the
Future – Watershed Resources Award.”
The national review panel cited Morgenstern’s innovative
approach to maintaining clean water and healthy riparian
lands throughout the McKenzie watershed, as well his ability
to reach out and connect with a broad spectrum of local people and agencies. The McKenzie
is the source of drinking water for Eugene.
Also in 2015, Carpe Diem West, a network of water protection professionals from around
the western United States, presented the inaugural “Healthy Headwaters Innovation Award”
to Morgenstern and EWEB for outstanding leadership and innovation for creating a program
that rewards landowners who maintain high-quality land along the McKenzie.
Accomplishments noted by the awards panels included EWEB’s McKenzie Watershed
Emergency Response System, the utility’s Septic System Assistance Program, the Healthy
Farms Clean Water program, EWEB’s contributions to the Berggren Demonstration Farm
and the Voluntary Incentive Program. Morgenstern played the primary role in the creation
of those programs.
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BIG STEP FORWARD IN REDUCING
CARBON FOOTPRINT
We are fortunate to have one of the cleanest power
portfolios in the nation, with almost no electricity sourced
from fossil fuels. But what about EWEB’s other operations?
In 2011, the utility adopted an ambitious goal targeting
transportation-related greenhouse gas emissions:
Reduce fossil fuel usage by 50 percent by 2030.
A multi-faceted approach was needed to hit this target.
Idle reduction policies were put in place, and an effort to
replace older vehicles with more fuel-efficient models,
including hybrid and electric vehicles, was undertaken.
Reducing fuel usage from heavy duty utility trucks was
a more difficult challenge. Fleet operators had some
success with bio-diesel fuel blending, but cold weather
performance was a limiting factor.
In 2015, a new product called renewable diesel, or R99,
caught EWEB’s attention. R99 is chemically similar to
traditional diesel but sourced from fats and/or vegetable
oils. No engine retrofitting is needed, which is one reason
why United Parcel Service (UPS) was an early adopter.
Last September, EWEB Fleet Supervisor Gary Lentsch
(at left) led an effort to secure a shipment of R99 for
field-testing, at a cheaper price than bio-diesel, and with
no performance hiccups. Testing confirmed the new fuel
had about 70 percent less carbon content than
conventional diesel.
A more fuel-efficient fleet and adoption of R99 and
bio-diesel is a winning combination. EWEB will surpass
what was first thought a lofty fossil fuel reduction goal
this year — not 2030!
PHOTO: QUENTIN FURROW
EWEB WINS GRANT TO TEST MICROGRID TECHNOLOGY
As part of a utility-wide resiliency initiative, EWEB last year launched a project
to test how electricity generated by solar panels and stored in large batteries
can keep vital systems operating in the event a disaster interrupts the power
distribution system in our community.
Funded in part by almost $300,000 in federal and state grants awarded through
the Oregon Department of Energy, the “microgrid” demonstration project will set
up small, local grids with their own power source that can continue to operate if
the larger power grid goes down. EWEB will test the systems at three locations:
A communications tower used by local police and fire departments on Blanton
Heights in south Eugene; a water pumping and storage facility in the South Hills;
and at EWEB’s Roosevelt Operations Center in west Eugene.
All three locations will connect to the larger grid to charge batteries when the sun
isn’t shining. Should a disaster such as an earthquake or fire knock out power, the
system will allow all three locations to continue operating. EWEB plans to have
the system up and running by the end of 2016.
11. WATER. POWER. PEOPLE.
Water, Power – and People
As a customer-owned utility, EWEB’s
commitment goes beyond the water and power
we deliver. Throughout EWEB’s 105-year history,
the utility has remained vitally connected to the
people and neighborhoods we serve.
EWEB gives back in the form of grant funding,
local sponsorships, charitable giving, and
employee volunteerism. In 2015, the utility gave
more than $2.5 million to help meet local needs
in education, energy assistance, sponsorships
and environmental protection. That total includes
more than $500,000 in grants to local school
districts and the awarding of $100,000 as part
of our Greenpower grant program.
Our employees volunteered more than 800 hours
in the community and donated more than $50,000
to local non-profit organizations. One example is
EWEB employees’ monthly visits to Food for Lane
County, helping the organization package and
repurpose donated food for distribution to those
in need (shown at right). Employees also have
spent many hours helping to rehab homes for
our returning veterans in need.
EWEB’s signature community event, the Run
to Stay Warm, raised more than $45,000 in 2015
— bringing the total to nearly $200,000 to assist
low-income families.
Since 1943, EWEB has contributed a portion of
electricity sales revenue to the City of Eugene and
City of Springfield in the form of“Contributions in
Lieu of Taxes,” or CILT. In 2015, nearly $13 million
from EWEB supplemented the City of Eugene’s
General Fund, supporting critical services
such as public safety. Springfield received
approximately $590,000 last year.
In keeping with EWEB’s public mission, we
strive to be good stewards of the resources
entrusted to us and to prioritize programs
that align with the utility’s mission. Some of
the other beneficiaries of our sponsorships,
event participation and volunteerism include
Food for Lane County, Butte to Butte, Veteran’s
Housing Project, St. Vincent de Paul, McKenzie
River Trust, and NAACP Lane County.
PHOTO: RACHAEL CHILTON
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12. EWEB’s Budget:
WHERE DOES YOUR
DOLLAR GO?
Each year, EWEB’s five elected commissioners hold public
hearings and then deliberate on an annual budget. The budget
supports the utility’s delivery of electricity and water to
customers, which also includes a number of other programs
and services. The annual budget is approved each December,
for the next calendar year.
Looking ahead, commissioners last December
approved a 2016 budget for the electric and water utilities.
The combined budgets are approximately $312 million.
This includes $273 million for electric utility operations and
just under $40 million for water utility operations.
The combined 2015 budget was $330 million.
Nearly 60 percent of the electric utility budget pays to generate
or purchase electricity and transmit that power to customers.
Another 15 percent goes to keep maintain and upgrade the
electric system. For the water utility, about one-third of the
budget pays to treat water and distribute it to customers.
Another third of the budget pays for upkeep and upgrades
to the system of water pipes, reservoirs and other facilities.
Wages and benefits account for about 23 percent of EWEB’s
overall, combined budget.
Power purchases
Generating electricity
Transmission and delivery of electricity to customers
Capital expenses (upgrades and replacement of electrical system)
Customer service, accounting and other administrative expenses
Debt service (interest payments on bonds)
Contributions in lieu of taxes (to cities of Eugene and Springfield)
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