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Home My WebLink About20240327 2023 Annual Blue Sky Report-Redacted.pdf AIN 140�W.north Temple,Suite 330 ROCKY MOUNT POWER, salt Lake City,Utah 84116 n DIVISION OF PACIFIWRP RECEIVED 2024 March 27, 11:45 AM March 27, 2024 IDAHO PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION VIA ELECTRONIC FILING Idaho Public Utilities Commission 11331 W. Chinden Blvd Building 8 Suite 201A Boise, ID 83714 Attn: Commission Secretary RE: CASE NO. PAC-E-19-17 IDAHO 2023 ANNUAL BLUE SKY PROGRAM REPORT Rocky Mountain Power hereby submits for filing its 2023 Annual Blue Sky Program Report, pursuant to Order No. 34545 issued in the above referenced matter. All formal correspondence and requests regarding this filing should be addressed to the following: By E-mail (preferred): datarequest(&,pacificorp.com By regular mail: Data Request Response Center PacifiCorp 825 NE Multnomah Blvd., Suite 2000 Portland, OR 97232 Informal questions may be directed to me at(801) 220-4214. Sincerely, Michael S. Snow Manager, Regulatory Affairs Enclosures Exhibit A Exhibit A Page 1 of 3 2023 Blue Sky Blockand Bulk Program - • • 123 Program Marketing and Communications Program Management Commentary Blue Sky Grant Process Customers participating in Blue Sky has decreased in 2023 in all of Rocky Mountain Power service territory as well as Idaho.We continue to communicate with existing A web-based software program is being used to enable grant applications to be received electronically and Blue Sky customers letting them know the impact they are making in their communities.We increased marketing efforts to educate customers on the benefits of Blue applications are reviewed twice a year.The website has been updated with information on the Federal Solar Tax Sky and in 2024 we plan on doing refresher training at our call center on the program. The cost of Renewable Energy Credits(RECs)has seemed to level out. credis available to nonprofits. 2023 Blue Sky Grants Program Sales Summary Click to see Dashboard No applications where received in Idaho for Blue Sky grants in 2023.We currently have$150,000 available for 2021 2022 2023 2021-22 Growth% 2022-23 Growth % grants. Total Company Block Sales 3,908,082 4,218,620 4,358,746 7.9% 3.3% Total Idaho Block Sales 36,382 36,163 35,569 -0.6% -1.6% Events and Communication Total Company Program Revenues $5,599,282 $5,573,430 $5,6219655 -0.5% 0.9% Participants were sent a spring and fall forecast newsletter as well as a mid year participant email in July.We also sent 3 acquisition/customer education emails in 2023; February May and November.A direct mail letter Total Idaho Program Revenues $69,814 $69,432 $68,21 1 -0.5% -1.8% was sent to customers in November. Total Company Year End Customer Counts 87,159 81,952 78,282 -6% -4% Blue Sky"greened"the holiday lighting in Preston during their Festival of Lights. RECs where purchased to Total Idaho Year End Customer Counts 1,967 1,854 1,789 -60 -4/o o cover the amount of power used during the celebration. �o Program Expenses Summary 2021 2022 2023 2021-22 Variance 2022-23 Variance Spring 2023 Forecast Newsletter Fall 2023 Forecast Newsletter Total Company Program Expenses $937,407 $934,191 $1,0699255 -0.3% 14.5% Click to see Dashboard Total Idaho Program Expenses $1 1,080 $8,357 $10,106 -24.6% 20.9% Renewable Energy Certificate (REC) Status Net RECs Needed for 2023 Sales 435,875 Total RECs Purchased for 2023 Sales 4159660 Balance -20,215 2022 Green-E Audit Completed October 2022;Certification in good standing.Program invoice details will be submitted to the Center for Resource Solutions(CRS)for the 2023 audit cycle when all RY2023 RECs have been received. Idaho Liability Account Balance Reconciliation Jan 2023 Liability Account Balance $181,017 + 2023 Net Revenue $68,21 1 + - -$10,106 2023 Program Expenses - -$28,361 2023 REC Invoices Paid(2022 and 2023 Fulfillment) $0 2023 Project Award Distributions Dec 2023 Liability Account Balance = $210,761 $0 Project Commitments -$992 RECs Balance Estimate(To Be Paid in 2023) Available Uncommitted Funds =1 $209,769 Exhibit A Page 2 of 3 ,2023 Blue Sky Blockand Bulk Program • • • Back to Summary BLOCKS and REVENUE CUSTOMER COUNTS State Blocks Sold Gross Rev Month Cust Counts %Counts 2023 PROJECT COMMITMENTS CA 46,280 $88,369.83 Dec 78,282 100.00% State Count of Project Name Dollars Committed ID 35,569 $68,210.93 CA 1,890 2.41% CA $0 OR 1,645,242 $1,674,863.21 ID 1,789 2.29% ID $0 UT 2,340,696 $3,235,579.11 OR 16,354 20.89% OR 7 $819,469 WA 168,648 $321,533.50 UT 46,972 60.00% UT 10 $3,042,331 WY 122,311 $233,098.15 WA 6,195 7.91% WA 3 $220,000 Grand Total 4,358,746 $5,621,654.73 WY 5,082 6.49% WY 2 $177,381 Grand Total 22 $4,259,181 IDAHO Program Name (Multiple Items) Expense Exp Category REC PURCHASES IN 2023 By State Prod Mgmt Administration Communication iness Partnersl Fulfillment Cust Ed/Outreach Sales Collateral Grand Total State ID ID $3,570.93 $946.79 $2,561.48 $23.73 $920.89 $2,028.58 $54.00 $10,106.40 Jan $165.38 $167.12 $34.71 $2.06 $83.88 $1,109.22 $3.50 Feb $315.36 $47.65 $34.71 $2.06 $125.30 $0.58 $9.00 $534.66 Month Paid Green Tag Purchases Mar $287.62 $48.80 $209.28 $1.36 $97.08 $297.03 $2.50 $943.67 Jan -$1,452.17 Apr $238.20 $48.80 $538.85 $1.36 $47.64 $4.00 $878.85 Feb $3,128.62 May $288.02 $139.80 $166.29 $1.36 $47.64 $13.71 $10.00 $666.82 Mar $1,923.01 Jun $290.87 $52.77 $347.50 $7.37 $98.29 $87.48 $4.50 $888.78 Apr $11,099.83 Jul $291.13 $48.80 $348.87 $1.36 $57.10 $21.45 $5.00 $773.71 May $17,451.93 Aug $350.42 $83.41 $36.98 $1.36 $94.12 $87.77 $6.00 $660.06 Jun $3,096.55 Sep $297.89 $48.80 $36.98 $1.36 $47.64 $2.00 $434.67 Jul -$21,307.99 Oct $591.55 $163.24 $36.98 $1.36 $90.04 $318.28 $3.50 $1,204.95 Aug $3,591.37 Nov $258.03 $48.80 $733.35 $1.36 $47.64 $93.06 $2.00 $1,184.24 Sep $8,268.74 Dec $196.46 $48.80 $36.98 $1.36 $84.52 $2.00 $370.12 Oct $2,561.32 Grand Total $3,570.93 $946.79 $2,561.48 $23.73 $920.89 $2,028.58 $54.00 $10,106.40 Nov $4,118.65 Dec $4,118.65 TOTAL Grand Total $28,361.21 Program Name (Multiple Items) Expense Exp Category Prod Mgmt Administration Communication Business Fulfillment Cust Sales Collateral Grand Total By State Partnerships Ed/Outreach Jan $15,345.42 $24,592.73 $3,734.78 $2,575.00 $6,750.00 $95,919.54 $149.00 $149,066.47 Feb $22,925.00 $5,127.97 $3,734.78 $2,575.00 $7,615.54 $90,444.51 $163.00 $132,585.80 Mar $22,450.00 $5,636.36 $11,795.79 $2,103.31 $5,239.43 -$32,405.67 $187.50 $15,006.72 Apr $14,887.00 $5,931.36 $35,535.61 $1,700.00 $3,833.33 $36,763.06 $185.50 $98,835.86 May $23,734.50 $5,524.36 $12,111.97 $4,508.27 $3,833.33 $32,047.69 $187.50 $81,947.62 Jun $20,635.00 $5,679.41 $22,024.49 $2,077.80 $5,487.96 $27,790.69 $131.50 $83,826.85 Jul $19,470.00 $6,684.20 $23,589.84 $1,700.00 $6,492.94 $8,157.31 $190.00 $66,284.29 Aug $29,090.00 $8,582.80 $3,979.39 $1,700.00 $4,828.45 $42,048.57 $155.50 $90,384.71 Sep $25,058.52 $5,433.36 $3,997.16 $9,784.28 $3,833.33 $147.00 $48,253.65 Oct $42,238.00 $15,350.60 $3,979.39 $13,700.00 $7,139.36 $42,013.63 $167.50 $124,588.48 Nov $19,295.00 $5,797.36 $47,764.78 $4,858.00 $3,833.33 $49,692.85 $109.50 $131,350.82 Dec $17,284.00 $5,569.86 $3,979.39 $1,700.00 $4,570.93 $13,888.01 $132.00 $47,124.19 Grand Total $272,412.44 $99,910.37 $176,227.37 $48,981.66 $63,457.93 $406,360.19 $1,905.50 $1,069,255.46 Exhibit A Page 3 of 3 Project Standards and Evaluation Criteria Rocky Mountain Power favors projects and activities that: Result in the production of renewable electricity Support communities through a strong education and public engagement component Support a Blue Sky customer project/community Provide strong environmental and economic benefit to local communities and Rocky Mountain Power/Pacific Power customers Build regional capability Take advantage of other funding sources available to support the project Are owned by a non-profit organization, school,tribal government, religious institution or other community-oriented organization Each application is reviewed with the following consideration given to the individual project. Does the project: Assist in the creation of new renewable electricity sources within PacifiCorp's Rocky Mountain Power/Pacific Power service areas Stimulate renewable energy development by increasing the capacity of individuals, community groups or other organizations to undertake and support renewable energy development in their respective communities Encourage research and development of renewable energy sources Promote education in the community on new renewable energy generation and increase knowledge of Blue Sky program The following criteria are considered equally-however if any one measure carries more weight it is community benefit: Timeframe - How quickly will the project move forward? Is the proposed installation timeframe reasonable? Projects are expected to be on line within 12 months, unless agreed to otherwise. Extensions are granted on a project-by-project basis (e.g. installations associated with new construction are expected to be online with 24 months.) What is the probability of completion within the proposed timeframe? Have potential delay risks been identified and properly mitigated? Has an adequate amount of pre-development work been completed? Has the applicant had preliminary conversations with the utility regarding net metering/interconnection?Are there significant challenges associated with interconnection? Have all required permits and approvals been accurately identified?Are any critical approvals pending or unlikely to be secured? Site—Is the project sponsor ready to proceed with the project(i.e. efforts undertaken related to feasibility,financial agreements, permitting). Can the site effectively host a renewable energy project? Is permitting required? Have rights, options or leases been granted to secure site control?What is the probability of the project being built? Financing—Is there an adequate financial structure that will ensure it's completion within the timeframe specified? Is the customer or vendor a reliable business partner? Is there adequate financial structure that will ensure the project's completion within the allotted timeframe? Does the applicant have longevity at the site? Does the applicant appear to be financially stable/reliable?Are there undue financial risks which would put the project in jeopardy? Have potential risks been identified and mitigated? Does the applicant have a financial stake in the project that ensures it's completion. Project Champion/Project Team -What is the experience of the developer? Is there a dedicated project proponent with a long-term stake in the project's success and who will work to overcome obstacles in making this project happen?What is the relevant experience of the project team? Have all required team members been identified? Is the organization and project team effective and responsive? Additionality- Can these funds be used to make the difference in bringing additional renewable resources on line?Are Blue Sky funds required for the project to be successful? Is the proportion of cost requested reasonable?Are there other secured or pending sources of funding besides Blue Sky? Fuel Source - Is the renewable resource eligible under the tariff-wind, solar,geothermal, certified low-impact hydro, pipeline or irrigation canal hydroelectric system,wave energy, low-emissions biomass based on digester methane gas from landfills, sewage treatment plants or animal waste and biomass energy based on solid organic fuels from wood,forest or field residues or dedicated crops that do not include wood pieces that have been treated with chemical preservatives such as creosote, pentachlorophenol or copper chrome arsenic to help facilitate the commercial application of renewable energy technolo ies. Technology- Is the planned energy source eligible? Is the proposed technology appropriate for the site? Is the technology proven and established and is the equipment covered under warranty? If not, is there research and development value to the project?Are there undue technical risks putting the project completion in jeopardy? Have technical risks been mitigated? Is the energy generation estimate accurate and supported by well-documented calculations? Is the capacity factor reasonable? Has maintenance of the system been properly addressed to ensure long-term operations? Does the project encourage new or emerging technologies? Availability - Is the project owner willing to allocate RECs generated by the project to the Blue Sky program? Cost-Are the total project costs and cost-share requested reasonable based on industry standards/for the proposed technology/size/location?Were multiple bids received from competitive contractors? Does the budget represent the maximum value for the price? Geography- Proportional contribution to Pacific Power/Rocky Mountain Power service areas: CA, ID, OR, UT,WA,WY based on Blue Sky option customer subscription levels Community Benefit- Can benefits be leveraged for the community and Blue Sky customers? What are the secondary environmental, social and economic benefits? Does the project help build regional renewable energy expertise? Does it stimulate the regional renewable energy marketplace? Is the community aware of and supportive of the project? Is it likely that there will be negative impacts from this project? How will the facility help educate the community about the benefits of renewable energy and the Blue Sky program? How does the project tie into the mission of the host organization? Are the project goals consistent with those of the Blue Sky program?What is the level of community participation in the Blue Sky program where the project will be located? Is there a plan to recognize the Blue Sky program and participating customers for their contribution to the project? Does the project offer unique/new exposure to Blue Sky? Is the project highly visible? Exhibit B THIS EXHIBIT IS CONFIDENTIAL IN ITS ENTIRETY AND IS PROVIDED UNDER SEPARATE COVER Exhibit C Exhibit C Page 1 of 2 ROCKY MOUNTAIN BLUES KY POWER RENEWABLE ENERGY Opt. Endorsement Line Sequenc Sack and Pa Vis Vis COMPANY /l/i•, -"�C^�J"Vi c'V,�/l ME ALTADLTADDR U ' DELADDR YOU MADE AN IMPACT AT CITY,ST ZIPCODE �I�II��III�II�IIIIIIIII"'II'1I'1I'I'�'ll'I'll"�III�III�'lllI'I' SITE ADDRESS LINE I, SITE ADDRESS LINE 2 In And over 138,000 you supported... = participants like = ' you supported: BUILDING A BETTER TOMORROW! � Valuable community projects in your state are made ,02 ,063 possible each year,thanks to kWh kilowatt-hours megawatt-hours Blue Sky Block participants. of renewable energy, of renewable energy. Explore the projects you helped make possible at: rockymountainpower.net/ blueskyprojects Y LYour Opinion Matters! which reduced your That's enough energy to power We invite you to join carbon footprint by 101 ,538 the conversation about how CO2e pounds of CO2e.' homes for a year.' the Blue Sky program can be most impactful to you. OPlease fill out this short survey to share your opinion: :::: surveymonkey.com/ Munn 4* r/RMPBlueSky I That's enough renewable 367 energy to wash and dry laundry loads Community-based renewable of Iaundry.2 energy projects funded since 2006. ® Printed on recycled paper using vegetable based inks.All carbon emissions associated with this mailing will be offset AR23-RMP-B-RES ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ INCREASE YOUR IMPACT! Right now,you purchase Blocks Blue Sky block(s) each month. Adjust the number of blocks you purchase by returning this form,calling 1-800-769-3717,or online at rockymountainpower.net/bluesky. Each 100-kilowatt-hour block is an additional$1.95 per month.Find more information about your options on the back of this letter. 1\ Change my enrollment to: • ❑ 2 BLOCKS for$3.90 more each month 4 BLOCKS for$7.80 more each month T 100 kWh Renewable block ❑ 3 BLOCKS for$5.85 more each month BLOCK(S)for$1.95 each per month. Energy CUSTOMER NAME,SITE ADDRESS LINE I,SITE ADDRESS LINE 2 AR23-RMP-&RES Exhibit C Page 2 of 2 Your 2024 participation in Blue Sky will likely include the following resources: Blue Sky" Block 2024 Prospective Product Content Label' Blue Sky Block is sold in blocks of 100 kilowatt-hours(kWh).Blue Sky Block is a Renewable Energy Certificate(REC)product and does not contain electricity,which is billed separately.A REC represents the environmental benefits of I megawatt hour(MWh)of renewable energy. In 2024,Blue Sky Block will be made up of the following new renewable resources averaged annually. Green-e®Energy Certified Newt Renewables in Blue Sky Block 2024 Generation location Solar 27% OR,WA,CA,ID,UT and/or the Wind 73% broader western region' Total Green-e®Energy Certified New Renewables 100% I. These figures reflect the renewables that we plan to provide.Actual figures may vary according to resource availability.We will annually report to you before August I of next year in the form of a Historic Product Content Label the actual resource mix of the RECs you purchased. 2. New Renewables come from generation facilities that first began commercial operation within the past 15 years. 3. The western region is defined as the states listed above,plus AZ,CO,NV;parts of WY,NE,MT,NM,TX,and SD;the Canadian provinces of BC and AB;and the northern part of Baja California. In 2022,the"basic fuel mix",the average mix of energy sources supplying Rocky Mountain Power customers,is 42.0%coal, 19.1%natural gas, 15.7%wind,4.3%hydro,6.0%solar,0.4%geothermal,0.4%biomass,0.2%other and 1 1.9%unspecified.This information is based on Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Form I data.The Rocky Mountain Power"basic fuel mix"is based on energy production and not resource capability, capacity or delivered energy. Rocky Mountain Power's basic fuel mix includes owned resources and purchases from third parties.All or some of the renewable energy attributes associated with wind,biomass,geothermal and qualifying hydro facilities in Rocky Mountain Power's basic fuel mix may be:(a)used to comply with renewable portfolio standards or other regulatory requirements,(b)sold to third parties in the form of renewable energy credits and/or other environmental commodities or(c)not acquired.As of March 30,2023,not counting compliance use,approximately 34%of the renewable energy attributes associated with 2022 generation and purchases was sold to third parties or not acquired.This includes all renewable energy attributes associated with customer-enabled renewable resources.This percentage may increase upon subsequent company sale of renewable energy certificates representing 2021 generation. The average Rocky Mountain Power residential customer uses approximately 758 kilowatt-hours per month(PacifiCorp,2024). Blue Sky Block products are Green-e®Energy certified,and meet the environmental and consumer-protection Energy i standards set forth by the nonprofit Center for Resource Solutions.Learn more at www.green-e.org. Green-e CERTIFIED 'Carbon footprint reduction based on the difference between the 2023 Blue Sky(Block)mix and PacifiCorp fuel mix(PacifiCorp,2023).Carbon dioxide equivalent,or CO2e,means the number of metric tons of CO2 emissions with the same global warming potential as one metric ton of another greenhouse gas(EPA.gov). 2Based on a single laundry load,for a washer using 0.43 kilowatt-hours,and a dryer using 2.00 kilowatt-hours of electricity(ShrinkThat Footprint,2024). 3Based on the 2023 PacifiCorp system-wide average residential customers electricity use of 838 kilowatt-hours per month(PacifiCorp,2024). Block from the western region _ROCKY MOUNTAIN POWER, ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ option is right for • l;0F.U., Block Match part of your electricity use each month with renewable energy. Sold in 100-kilowatt-hour"blocks."The average residential customer would pay: 0 an ■■ an $1.95 for I block $3.90 for 2 blocks $5.85 for 3 blocks $7.80 for 4 blocks (-10%of usage) (--25%of usage) (--35%of usage) (--45%of usage) Participating helps fund community-based renewable energy projects in your state. Estimated pricing is based on the average PacifiCorp residential customer who uses 838 kilowatt-hours per month. Exhibit D Exhibit D Page I ol22 ROCKY MOUNTAIN POWER. BLUESKY RENEWABLE ENERGY Opt. Endorsement Line Sequenc Sack and Pa Vis Vis COMPANY C ALTAD R LTADDR DELADDR CITY,ST ZIPCODE YOU MADE AN IMPACT. �IIIII�III�III'IIIIIIII"'ll'll'11'I'I'll'I'll"IIIIIIIII'llll'I' In 2023, your And over 138,000 business supported... = participants like = ' you supported: BUILDING A BETTER TOMORROW! Valuable community projects 1 in your state are made 19021 A3 possible each year,thanks to kWh kilowatt-hours megawatt-hours Blue Sky Block participants. of renewable energy, of renewable energy. Explore the projects you helped make possible at: 41, rockymountainpower.net/ blueskyprojects OpinionYour which reduced your That's enough energy to power We invite you to join carbon footprint by 1019538 the conversation about how CO2e pounds of CO2e.' homes for a year.' the Blue Sky program can be most impactful to you. O Please fill out this short survey R sums to share your opinion: Munn surveymonkey.com/ - r/RMPBlueSky I That's enough renewable energy to charge the 367 �` l average laptop for Community-based renewable laptop hours.z energy projects funded since 2006. ® Printed on recycled paper using vegetable based inks.All carbon emissions associated with this mailing will be offset AR23-RMP-B-BIZ Exhibit D Your 2024 participation in Blue Sky will likely include the following resources: Page 2 of Blue Sky' Block 2024 Prospective Product Content Label' Blue Sky Block is sold in blocks of 100 kilowatt-hours(kWh).Blue Sky Block is a Renewable Energy Certificate(REC)product and does not contain electricity,which is billed separately.A REC represents the environmental benefits of I megawatt hour(MWh)of renewable energy. In 2024,Blue Sky Block will be made up of the following new renewable resources averaged annually. Green-e®Energy Certified Newt Renewables in Blue Sky Block 2024 Generation location Solar 27% OR,WA,CA,ID,UT and/or the Wind 73% broader western region' Total Green-e®Energy Certified New Renewables 100% I. These figures reflect the renewables that we plan to provide.Actual figures may vary according to resource availability.We will annually report to you before August I of next year in the form of a Historic Product Content Label the actual resource mix of the RECs you purchased. 2. New Renewables come from generation facilities that first began commercial operation within the past 15 years. 3. The western region is defined as the states listed above,plus AZ,CO,NV;parts of WY,NE,MT,NM,TX,and SD;the Canadian provinces of BC and AB;and the northern part of Baja California. In 2022,the"basic fuel mix",the average mix of energy sources supplying Rocky Mountain Power customers,is 42.0%coal, 19.1%natural gas, 15.7%wind,4.3%hydro,6.0%solar,0.4%geothermal,0.4%biomass,0.2%other and 11.9%unspecified.This information is based on Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Form I data.The Rocky Mountain Power"basic fuel mix"is based on energy production and not resource capability, capacity or delivered energy. Rocky Mountain Power's basic fuel mix includes owned resources and purchases from third parties.All or some of the renewable energy attributes associated with wind,biomass,geothermal and qualifying hydro facilities in Rocky Mountain Power's basic fuel mix may be:(a)used to comply with renewable portfolio standards or other regulatory requirements,(b)sold to third parties in the form of renewable energy credits and/or other environmental commodities or(c)not acquired.As of March 30,2023,not counting compliance use,approximately 34%of the renewable energy attributes associated with 2022 generation and purchases was sold to third parties or not acquired.This includes all renewable energy attributes associated with customer-enabled renewable resources.This percentage may increase upon subsequent company sale of renewable energy certificates representing 2021 generation. The average Rocky Mountain Power residential customer uses approximately 758 kilowatt-hours per month(PacifiCorp,2024). Off— OO Blue Sky Block products are Green-e®Energy certified,and meet the environmental and consumer-protection Energy i standards set forth by the nonprofit Center for Resource Solutions.Learn more at www.green-e.org. Green-e C E R T I F I ED Carbon footprint reduction based on the difference between the 2023 Blue Sky(Block)mix and PacifiCorp fuel mix(PacifiCorp,2023).Carbon dioxide equivalent,or CO2e,means the number of metric tons of CO2 emissions with the same global warming potential as one metric ton of another greenhouse gas(EPA.gov). 26ased on using a standard 60-watt laptop charger for one hour(EnergyUseCalculatorcom). 313ased on the 2023 PacifiCorp system-wide average residential customers electricity use of 838 kilowatt-hours per month(PacifiCorp,2024). Block from the western region 4ROCKY MOUNTAIN POWER. Exhibit E Exhibit E Page 1 of 1 Certificate of Blue Sky' Renewable Energy Support in 2023 BLU ESKY _ROCKY MOUNTAIN APOWER. RENEWABLE ENERGY 94 yv-v COMPANY for making a meaningful difference with Blue Sky. In 2023, your business supported... No Mean �� % ■■■■ T which reduced your and is comparable to kWh which Solar Panels kilowatt-hours of carbon footprint by... pounds of carbon how much energy... solar panels would renewable energy dioxide' generate in a year Energy Blue Sky products are Green-e°Energy certified and meet the environmental and consumer-protection standards set forth by the nonprofit Center for Resource Solutions. Gr C E R T I F I E D Learn more at www.green-e.org. 'Carbon footprint reduction based on the difference between the 2023 Blue Sky(Block)mix and PacifiCorp fuel mix(PacifiCorp,2023).Carbon dioxide equivalent,or CO2e,means the number of metric tons of CO2 emissions with the same global warming potential as one metric ton of another greenhouse gas(EPA.gov). Solar panel generation based on a 300-watt solar panel operating at the EIA's 2022 average capacity factor for the U.S.of 24.4%(eia.gov). Exhibit F Exhibit F Page 1 of 7 RMP Forecast Newsletter Spring 2-02-3 - Content INTRODUCTION Image Copy Spring is finally here,bringing with it warmer weather and more time spent outdoors with friends and family in places like national parks and home gardens. It is also the perfect time to reflect and highlight some of the successes that would not have been possible without Blue Sky participants like yourselves. From supporting new clean energy in the area to funding some wonderful community-based renewable energy projects, Blue Sky participants are leading the way for a cleaner energy future for all of us. Thank you for being a part of the Blue Sky community. Below you can learn about many of the tangible ways you are making a difference for the environment,local communities and a brighter future. STORY#1 Headline Power for a bright future Abstract Rocky Mountain Power shares their plans for the future of clean energy Email LEARN MORE CTA Exhibit F Page 2 of 7 Image • 9A I Ad Z IN ON1.11terA 2.111JI 1111• IWLIIITMW ble resources. Our non-carbon energy generation also involves hydro,geothermal and forthcoming projects, including advanced nuclear resources near retiring coal plants in rural Utah and Wyoming. WIND •Existing capacity(2022):3,784 MW •Total wind capacity through 2032:10.501 MW *T PROJECTS SOLAR •Pumped storage hydropower •Existing capacity(2022):1,890 MW •Advanced nuclear energy resources Total solar capacity through 2032:9,850 MW AL Article To serve you with the most reliable and sustainable energy possible, Rocky Mountain Power is making progress on plans to strengthen the grid and expand renewable energy capacity.Making these smart investments in the energy system of the future—all while keeping costs low. We've already made significant progress, and now we're accelerating our efforts and investments and leading the West to deliver an affordable,reliable, net-zero energy system that's ready for the decades ahead.We're the largest regulated utility owner of wind power in the West, and that's just the start. By 2032,we'll have added over 12,000 megawatts of renewable resources,which is enough to power 3.6 million homes. Expanded renewable energy generation is just one part of our plan to serve vital homes,businesses and communities. We are rapidly acquiring more clean energy resources, expanding transmission capacity to carry those resources across our system, and leading the development of new ways to manage the Western energy grid for reduced emissions, reliability and lower customer costs. This is work happening at a transformative scale,as only a utility of our size and reach can achieve, and it will benefit our 2 million+ customers across our six- state service area and the entire West. Exhibit F Page 3 of 7 The result will be a connected West,where our customers and communities have access to the affordable,reliable,clean and non-carbon energy they need to thrive. To learn more about our progress,visit RockyMountainPower.net/PathtoZero STORY*2 Headline Get social with us! Abstract Follow us on social media to keep up to date on all things Blue Sky Email Learn more CTA Image Article Did you know that you can follow Blue Sky on Facebook?We always seek ways to keep Blue Sky participants informed of all the meaningful projects their support makes possible. Our Blue Sky Facebook page is one way to stay informed all year long of the good you are doing in your community and region. Follow us to read about new community renewable energy projects that are kicking off,thanks to Blue Sky participants. Or check back in with past grant recipients who are enjoying the benefits of their Blue Sky funded renewable energy project. Plus,learn environmental tips and tricks from your fellow Blue Sky members. Visit us at facebook.com/rockymountainpower.bluesky and hit the Follow button. Exhibit F Page 4 of 7 STORY*3 Headline Utah clinic goes solar Abstract Seager Memorial Clinic expands with the help of renewable energy. Email Learn More CTA Image f Article Seager Memorial Clinic is a nonprofit providing free easy-access, non- judgemental medical, dental,vision and mental health care to all in need in northern Utah.They primarily serve transient,unhoused,uninsured, and underinsured in the city of Ogden.Thanks to Blue Sky participants they have been able to install a 25.3 kW solar array and 1okWh battery to their new building to help offset operating costs of the expansion and show their commitment to care for the community by reducing their environmental footprint. The clinic offers these services i00%free to all of their patients and this expansion creates nearly ten times the amount of space previously held, expands operating hours, allows for a wider array of free services, and the new location is a more central location to better serve the community in need. Exhibit F Page 5 of 7 STORY#4 Headline A fire station's role in reducing carbon emissions// City of Laramie reduces carbon emissions Abstract The city of Laramie takes important step with the help of solar panels. Email Learn more CTA Image i i O Article Late last year,the city of Laramie,Wyoming took a large step toward the city's citizen-driven goal of eliminating municipal operations'carbon emissions by 2050.Thanks to Blue Sky participants, a new addition of a 58-panel solar installation and public EV charging station at Fire Station Number 3 was able to be installed. Over 1,000 Blue Sky participants call Laramie home, and they can enjoy knowing that their support of this project will help ensure a healthier environment for all residents. STORY#5 Headline Welcome new business partners Exhibit F Page 6 of 7 Abstract Blue Sky business partners are making a difference in their communities Email Learn more CTA Image Article Many organizations throughout the region are demonstrating their commitment to a cleaner energy future by participating in Blue Sky. In 2022,we welcomed ten new partners. Seven of which were new Luminary partners,meaning they matched i00% (or more!) of their energy with renewable energy through Blue Sky: • HyClone Laboratories LLC in Logan,Utah • Iperion X Critical Minerals LLC in West Valley City, UT • Lowe Property Group, a family real estate company,became a Luminary partner for all properties and all units at properties (Salt Lake City, Orem, Ogden,North Salt Lake, Bluffdale) • Dixon Place LLC(Salt Lake City) • Parkway Lofts LLC(Orem) • City Garden Apartment Property LLC(Ogden) • Eaglewood Lofts LLC(North Salt Lake) • Rockpoint Apartments (Bluffdale) Also,joining in the Visionary recognition category,which matches 50% of their monthly energy use: • Usana Health Sciences in West Valley City,Utah Finally,welcoming two more Supporters, organizations ready to reduce their environmental impact and work toward sustainability goals: • Itineris High School in West Jordan, Utah • Calvary Baptist Church in Salt Lake City, Utah Exhibit F Page 7 of 7 STORY#6 Headline Thank you from Blue Sky! Abstract Rocky Mountain Power celebrates our amazing participants for all they do for a bright future. Email Read more CTA Image : F IL Article We thank our Blue Sky participants for their tremendous support in paving the way for a clean energy future. I'm inspired by your commitment to supporting renewable energy and bringing meaningful changes to our communities. For more than 20 years, our participants have come together in various ways to strengthen the communities we live in.Whether it's facilitating the installation of solar panels to help reduce operating costs and increase renewable energy or helping local wind projects come on-line,you have fulfilled it all.Together we have reached significant milestones in growing sustainable,renewable energy for generations to come. Exhibit G Exhibit G Page 1 of 8 RMP Forecast Newsletter Fall 2023 - Content INTRODUCTION Image �i* F �- �,, r /fit• i "�/ r 3 r � '•i' f � � �aft '�• � �' ' y A - A. and `P &, r i / cv ,y K� 'I•� �, 7. , 1. i!i i � .•.. \h ^\I .�i f �� j r'' it �i.� / �� ,.�l ` { . }".�• 3 a. Ir . :�- W Daub �� •-� ,�,, Copy It's been a great year for the Blue Sky®community! We invite you to explore this year's Fall Forecast newsletter,bringing you exciting updates on local community projects as well as helpful sustainability and energy efficiency tips. These meaningful community projects are made possible with the help of Blue Sky participants like you, and your commitment to the environment. Discover the tangible ways you're making a difference for your community and for future generations. STORY#1 Headline Renewable energy support thrives in Salt Lake City Exhibit G Page 2 of 8 Abstract A local spotlight on Blue Sky business partners and community projects CTA Learn more Image �A F r p,B(November 1,2021 % Wasatch Community Garden g 87,000 t c�_•seven thousand q N"otrJ 37.4 Yw.r-_,gym.85: ,, , FC Cart""al VTr'r � 1 VI II ILI_I I . _I/2 I 1 _ .. Article Communities who come together to support renewable energy embody the mission of Blue Sky and its participants who want to create a healthier environment. In Salt Lake City,Utah, a range of businesses have joined Blue Sky, and meaningful grants for solar panels have been awarded to local organizations thanks to Blue Sky participants. In this issue of Forecast,we're highlighting two organizations who are part of Blue Sky business partners and have shown their dedication to the environment by installing community solar projects: • Incorporated in 1977,NeighborWorks® Salt Lake's mission is to build on the strengths of neighborhoods, creating opportunities through housing, resident leadership, and youth and economic development. Its 6.24- kilowatt solar project features 24 solar panels mounted on the roof of its headquarters. • Founded in 1989,the Wasatch Community Gardens have provided children and adults with access to land and education for growing and eating fresh produce,while building and nurturing community connections. The 85-module solar array was installed in 2021 and was designed to help visitors learn about technology that was used to contribute to the building becoming net zero. Exhibit G Page 3 of 8 Thank you to these organizations for their support of Blue Sky and the environment!And,the goodwill in Salt Lake City continues with grants for renewable energy projects to a range of organizations making an impact. STORY#2 Headline Working together for clean energy and the community Abstract Learn how Blue Sky helps lift local community organizations CTA Learn more Image _�y 7 Article Rocky Mountain Power's Blue Sky participants are part of a community dedicated to reducing their carbon footprint and supporting renewable energy. Their impact also reaches beyond that commitment, as they help provide grants for more than Zoo renewable energy projects to community organizations across Utah, Idaho and Wyoming. These renewable energy projects offer these organizations a way to save money and further realize their missions while benefiting the environment. Click here to watch the video and learn more. STORY#3 Exhibit G Page 4 of 8 Headline Help create the grid of the future Abstract Wattsmart Battery Program is a part of the sustainable energy solution CTA Learn more Image Article At Rocky Mountain Power,we aim to provide our customers with the resources they need to use energy more efficiently and create a healthier environment. With the Wattsmart Battery Program,which is available to both business and residential participants in Utah and Idaho, customers can join Rocky Mountain Power on a journey toward a more sustainable energy future. When you join the Wattsmart Battery Program,you receive an enrollment incentive for installing a qualified battery at your home or business.This allows Rocky Mountain Power to manage the battery as part of our smart power grid, using renewable energy stored in them to improve grid resilience and meet demand during seasonal peaks. Click here to learn more. STORY*4 Headline Deck the halls with clean energy Abstract Blue Sky greens local holiday celebrations this winter CTA Learn more Exhibit G Page 5 of 8 Image � Y r i i Article The holiday season is fast approaching, and the Blue Sky program is once again supporting holiday lighting displays within our communities by matching the electricity the events use with emissions-free renewable energy. "Bringing light to the holidays is Rocky Mountain Power's commitment to its customers today, and has been for more than a century,"said Stacey Davis, Renewable Energy Program Manager. Last year, Blue Sky matched the holiday lighting displays for communities across Utah, Idaho and Wyoming with more than 154 megawatt-hours of renewable energy.This is equivalent to driving more than 475,000 miles in an electric vehicle.* We look forward to another impactful holiday season! *Electric vehicles use on average�2.18Electric vehicles use on average kWh per ioo miles miles STORY*5 Headline How does Blue Sky work? Abstract Explore how the Blue Sky program works in three simple steps CTA Learn more Exhibit G Page 6 of 8 Image Article BLUESKY Op65 BLUE Sk), BLUESKY O HOW IS MY MONEY HELPING? nnhve. "nPww1 eeelepea tiw .me.aele erpY Pa ry mr STORY#6 Headline Reduce, reuse, recycle at home Abstract Action tips from fellow Blue Sky participants FCTA Learn more Exhibit G Page 7 of 8 Image Article We know the Blue Sky community goes above and beyond for the environment. That's why we ask participants each year to share their sustainability tips---we hope you can use a few in your own home! "[I installed] a rain barrel in my backyard. I also acquired a discarded tumbler composter from my neighbors!" -Julie from Park City, Utah "Recycle,use reusable grocery bags when going to the store,try to stop using single use plastics." -Paige from Ogden, Utah "I have reduced the amount of bottled water used in my home, I use filters on the kitchen sink and keep fresh water using filters in the fridge." -Linda from Riverton, Utah No impact is too small! Thanks to Blue Sky participants for sharing their tips with the rest of our community. Have a tip you want to share?Click here to submit yours.urs.Your tip could be featured in future newsletters! Exhibit G Page 8 of 8 CONCLUSION Headline Thank you from Blue Sky! Abstract Blue Sky program ranks first CTA Learn more here Image Article Each year,the National Renewable Energy Laboratory recognizes outstanding green power programs. Thanks to the support of our amazing participants,in 2022 PacifiCorp (as Rocky Mountain Power) and the Blue Sky program ranked first in overall green pricing sales! Learn more here.