20100728notice_of_modified_procedure_order_no_32038.pdf

Office of the Secretary
Service Date
July 28, 2010
BEFORE THE IDAHO PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION
IN THE MATTER OF IDAHO POWER
COMPANY'S APPLICATION FOR AN
ORDER DESIGNATING THE ENERGY
EFFICIENCY RIDER FUNDS SPENT BY
THE COMPANY DURING 2008-2009 AS
PRUDENTLY INCURRED EXPENSES
CASE NO. IPC-IO-
NOTICE OF
MODIFIED PROCEDURE
ORDER NO. 32038
On March 16, 2010, Idaho Power Company filed an Application seeking an Order
confirming that the Company s expenditures of $50.7 million in energy efficiency rider funds in
2008 and 2009 were prudently incurred. In its Application, Idaho Power stated it currently offers
16 energy efficiency programs, 3 demand response programs, and several educational initiatives
designed to promote energy efficiency in Idaho. The Company asserted that its annual energy
savings from efficiency activities increased by 62% from 2007 to 2009, representing a savings of
140 Gigawatt hours (GWh) in 2008 and an additional 148 GWh in 2009. The Company also
reported that its demand-side management (DSM) programs reduced its load by 48 MW in 2007
61 MW in 2008, and 218 MW in 2009.
The Commission issued a Notice of Application and Order on June 25 , 2010. The
Commission also set a deadline for Petitions to Intervene. Order No. 32019.
INTERVENTION REQUESTS
The Commission received two timely Petitions to Intervene from the Idaho
Conservation League (ICL) and from the Idaho Irrigation Pumpers Association, Inc. (lIP A).
Both parties alleged a direct and substantial interest in this matter.
Based upon the assertions contained in their respective Petitions to Intervene and the
lack of any objection, the Commission grants intervention to ICL and lIP A.IDAPA
31.01.01.071-074. All written comments in this proceeding and other documents, papers
exhibits and related filings shall be served upon the following individuals:
Benjamin J. Otto
Idaho Conservation League
710 N. 6th Street
PO Box 844
Boise, ID 83702
E-mail: botto~idahoconservation.org
NOTICE OF MODIFIED PROCEDURE
ORDER NO. 32038
Eric L. Olsen
Racine, Olson, Nye, Budge &
Bailey, Chartered
201 E. Center
PO Box 1391
Pocatello, ID 83204-1391
E-mail: elo~racinelaw.net
Anthony Yankel
29814 Lake Road
Bay Village, OH 44140
E-mail: tony~yankel.net
NOTICE OF MODIFIED PROCEDURE
YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that the Commission has determined that the public
interest may not require a formal hearing in this matter and will proceed under Modified
Procedure pursuant to Rules 201 through 204 of the Idaho Public Utilities Commission s Rules
of Procedure, IDAP 31.01.01.201 through .204. The Commission notes that Modified
Procedure and written comments have proven to be an effective means for obtaining public input
and participation.
YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED that any person desiring to state a position on this
Application may file a written comment in support or opposition with the Commission within
forty-five (45) days from the service date of this Order. The comment must contain a
statement of reasons supporting the comment. Persons desiring a hearing must specifically
request a hearing in their written comments. Written comments concerning this Application
shall be mailed to the Commission, Idaho Power and the two Intervenors at the addresses
contained in this Order:
Commission Secretary
Idaho Public Utilities Commission
PO Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720-0074
Street Address for Express Mail:
Lisa D. Nordstrom
Donovan E. Walker
Idaho Power Company
PO Box 70
Boise, Idaho 83707
E-mail: lnordstrom~idahopower.com
dwalker~idahopower .com
472 W. Washington Street
Boise, ID 83702-5918 Darlene Nemnich
Greg Said
Idaho Power Company
PO Box 70
Boise, Idaho 83707
E-mail: dnemnich~idahopower.com
gsaid~idahopower.com
NOTICE OF MODIFIED PROCEDURE
ORDER NO. 32038
These comments should contain the case caption and case number shown on the first page of this
document.Persons desiring to submit comments via e-mail may do so by accessing the
Commission s home page located at www.puc.idaho.gov. Click the "Comments and Questions
icon, and complete the comment form, using the case number as it appears on the front of this
document. These comments must also be sent to Idaho Power and the two Intervenors at the e-
mail addresses listed above.
YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED that if no written comments or protests are
received within the time limit set, the Commission will consider this matter on its merits and
enter its Order without a formal hearing. If written comments are received within the time limit
set, the Commission will consider them and, in its discretion, may set the same for formal
hearing.
YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED that Idaho Power s Application, including
attachments, supplements, and the 2008 and 2009 Annual DSM Reports, are available for public
inspection during regular business hours at the Commission offices. The Application is also
available on the Commission s web site at www.puc.idaho.gov by clicking on "File Room" and
then "Electric Cases.
YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED that all proceedings in this case will be held
pursuant to the Commission s jurisdiction under Title 61 of the Idaho Code, including, but not
limited to Idaho Code ~~ 61-301 , 61-503 , and 61-507. The Commission may enter any final
Order consistent with its authority under Title 61.
YOU ARE FURTHER NOTIFIED that all proceedings in this matter will be
conducted pursuant to the Commission s Rules of Procedure, IDAPA 31.01.01.000 et seq.
ORDER
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that Idaho Power s Application be processed under
Modified Procedure. Persons interested in submitting written comments regarding this case or
protesting the use of Modified Procedure should do so no later than 45 days from the service date
of this Order.
IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the Petition to Intervene filed by the Idaho
Conservation League is granted.
IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the Petition to Intervene filed by the Idaho
Irrigation Pumpers Association, Inc. is granted.
NOTICE OF MODIFIED PROCEDURE
ORDER NO. 32038
IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that the Commission Secretary prepare and distribute a
Notice of Parties in this proceeding.
DONE by Order of the Idaho Public Utilities Commission at Boise, Idaho this
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D. KEMPTON, P SIDENT
MARSHA H. SMITH, COMMISSIONER
MACK A. REDFORD, COMMISSION R
ATTEST:
D. Jewell
C mmission Secretary
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NOTICE OF MODIFIED PROCEDURE
ORDER NO. 32038