20211115Comments(17)_17.pdf

From:PUC Consumer Comments
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:Notice: A comment was submitted to PUCWeb
Date:Sunday, November 14, 2021 7:00:15 AM
The following comment was submitted via PUCWeb:
Name: Paul Hancock
Submission Time: Nov 13 2021 5:55PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 2750 Kootenai
Pocatello, ID 83201
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-21-21
Comment: "Please do not go to war on roof top solar. We need to be energy independent, smaller scaled and clean to assure our outdoor way of life in Idaho. Paul "
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From:Caren DeAngelis
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:regarding case IPC-E-21-21
Date:Sunday, November 14, 2021 8:06:16 AM
To whom it may concern:
I am writing regarding the above referenced case, Idaho Power Company's sudy of the cost and benefits
of on-site generation of electricity. I have just installed solar cells on my house in Sun Valley and so have
a personal stake in the outcome of this study. I believe that IPC should NOT make changes that make
net-metering for individuals LESS affordable. I understand that they are just a business, looking to make
as much money as possible. But making solar less affordable just does not make any sense! A study of
the costs and benefits of net-metering should include consideration of the benefits of locally generated
power. This should include grid reliability, energy independence, good, high-paying local jobs in the solar
industry and cleaner air and environment. The truth is that many people will still not be able to afford to
have solar panels installed and/or may not have a location that lends itself to solar. IPC should be
encouraging those who can to have solar installed! And the best way would be to make net-metering
more affordable. How much money do they really need to make?!
Thank you,
Caren DeAngelis, MA, OTR/L, CHT
208-890-9448
From:PUC Consumer Comments
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:Notice: A comment was submitted to PUCWeb
Date:Sunday, November 14, 2021 10:00:10 AM
The following comment was submitted via PUCWeb:
Name: Randy Anderson
Submission Time: Nov 14 2021 9:41AMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 119 Westello
Pocatello , ID 83204
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-21-21
Comment: "Please continue and enhance net metering for personally owned solar systems including on homes and buildings. Idaho needs to continue towards renewable energy and this
is a clear, common sense path towards that goal. "
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From:PUC Consumer Comments
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:Notice: A comment was submitted to PUCWeb
Date:Sunday, November 14, 2021 12:00:06 PM
The following comment was submitted via PUCWeb:
Name: LINDA MILLER
Submission Time: Nov 14 2021 11:21AMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 3131 N 24TH STREET
boise, ID 83702
Name of Utility Company: Linda Miller
Case ID: IPC-E-21-21
Comment: "Changes that make net-metering changes less affordable should not be allowed. Solar power makes sense - it reduces Idaho Power's need for additional transmission lines and
is an excellent source of clean energy. Idaho Power should reimburse customers who provide energy back to the grid. "
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From:PUC Consumer Comments
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:Notice: A comment was submitted to PUCWeb
Date:Sunday, November 14, 2021 1:00:11 PM
The following comment was submitted via PUCWeb:
Name: Rene Rodriguez
Submission Time: Nov 14 2021 12:27PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 541 S. 10th Ave
Pocatello, ID 83201
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-21-21
Comment: "Rooftop solar power should continue to be a viable way for community members to contribute power to the grid. The rate paid to the owners of the rooftop solar systems should
be a fair and affordable net metering rate."
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From:Pete Friedman
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-21-21
Date:Sunday, November 14, 2021 1:16:29 PM
Dear Commissioners,
Please accept our comments as part of the record for the referenced case.
We understand that Idaho Power is starting a public study of the costs and benefits of on site
generated power for those of us with rooftop solar. First, is the study being conducted by anindependent entity not commissioned by IPC? If not, will the PUC have it independently
reviewed by a neutral third party?
After a number of years of debating whether or not to invest in solar, we made thecommitment and considerable investment in our home to install rooftop solar last summer.
Our decision was informed by a number of factors. We believe with the growth in the
customer base we are witnessing in the Treasure Valley the demand for power will increaseand thus the need to purchase power from beyond IPCs traditional sources. Ergo, increasing
the cost to existing customers. Thus anything we can do to generate clean power locallybenefits the company and customer.
Another factor was last summer’s heat. Between the heat and the smoke we found ourselves
inside far more than usual, thus running our AC longer ( at higher settings) than usual. Wehave no reason not to believe these issues issues will persist.
From a purely philosophical point we took our small step to help maintain air quality and
address climate change for the sake of our grandchildren’s future.
We believe any cost benefit analysis of net metering should consider the benefits of locallygenerated power, energy independence, the jobs the solar industry provides and grid
reliability.
In the face of declining snowpacks, ongoing drought or less rainfall it is likely that thecontribution of hydropower will diminish forcing power purchases from sources more
expensive than locally generated power. Rates for net metering should be set to allow an average household to have the option to
install solar.
For a corporation committed to a clean energy future ,we find it ironic that there is an attemptto price out those who choose to provide, clean locally produced power.
Sincerely,
Pete and Betsy Friedman
4088 W. Quail Ridge Dr.Boise 83703
From:PUC Consumer Comments
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:Notice: A comment was submitted to PUCWeb
Date:Sunday, November 14, 2021 2:00:06 PM
The following comment was submitted via PUCWeb:
Name: Linda Engle
Submission Time: Nov 14 2021 1:01PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 340 S 11th Ave
Pocatello, ID 83201-4810
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-21-21
Comment: "We were fortunate enough to be able to put solar on our roof and buy an electric car. It is imparitive that IPC make the transition to clean energy as fast and easy as possible for
all customers. I have four comments: 1) Hire an impartial third party to conduct the study to insure it is fair and unbiased. 2) Include elements that help everyone in our communities.
Affordable renewable energy will boost to our economy. The National Renewable Energy Lab in its Electrification Futures Study for ID 02 estimates a buildout of renewables would result
in: (Contact: [e-mail]) - additional average annual tax payments of $62 million, - additional employment for construction of projects generating about $19
million - $27 million in additional annual land lease payments - $19 million in annual wages for operation and manintenance. 3) Fair compenstaion for solar is VERY popular among
Idahoans. Boise State University did a study in 2019 where they asked "Do you favor or oppose people who own solar energy systems on their home receiving a credit on their
electricity bill for this energy they add back to the grid?" Over 91% of Idahoans favor the idea of receiving a credit on the energy solar owners put back on the grid. 4) Fair compensation
will help Idaho power reach its goal of 100% renewable by 2045. Thank-you for regulating our power companiy with the public in mind. "
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From:PUC Consumer Comments
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:Notice: A comment was submitted to PUCWeb
Date:Sunday, November 14, 2021 5:00:08 PM
The following comment was submitted via PUCWeb:
Name: Mark Roberts
Submission Time: Nov 14 2021 4:19PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 536 South 9th Ave
Pocatello, ID 83201
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-21-21
Comment: "I installed 8 solar panels on my roof a few years ago. It works great! I pay a small service fee to ID Power each month ($5.21), which is quite reasonable. I am very pleased with
the current net metering system, which allows my excess summer power accumulations to pay for my winter electric bills. I am pleased to contribute to ID Power's goal to eliminate power
generation based on fossil fuels. PLEASE continue to provide the net metering option. Thanks!"
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From:Jp Gold
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-21-21.
Date:Sunday, November 14, 2021 11:06:49 PM
I had solar installed on my house in construction and it has operated for a year now even though my
house is not yet occupiable. Without Federal tax credits I could not have afforded the project.
Every new house built here in the valley should have solar installed when built, don't make it harder,
make it easier, there is only one planet we all live on.
When the study is done, remember this
The Commissioners should never allow any additional charges to residential customers with solar
systems, there are no extra costs for the power company, a meter is a meter, installation is the same.
This is a simple equation, don't complicate the matter or be dazzled by numbers.
Thank You
Mr. J. Paul Goll

From:PUC Consumer Comments
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:Notice: A comment was submitted to PUCWeb
Date:Monday, November 15, 2021 7:00:05 AM
The following comment was submitted via PUCWeb:
Name: Glenn Thackray
Submission Time: Nov 14 2021 9:01PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 227 S 9th Ave
Pocatello, ID 83201
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-21-21
Comment: "I write with a strong preference for the current net metering policy and rate schedule to be continued. I do not have an electrical generating system on my property, but I
do benefit from the rapid increase in solar power generation made feasible by the current net metering policy and rates. In fact, Idaho Power’s green power program, which I pay into, is
intended to promote increases in non-fossil fuel based generation. Idaho Power lauds its green power program, and should use those funds to offset the claimed costs of the current net
metering policy. Idaho is a great place for solar power generation, we need to build as much clean energy generation capacity as possible to support Idaho growth, and the current program
encourages installation. I have not yet taken advantage of it myself for lack of personal capital, but if the cost structure remains I may do so. "
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From:Daniel Appel
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:case number IPC-E-2121
Date:Monday, November 15, 2021 9:43:06 AM
To Whom it may concern
We have had a rooftop solar system for the past 4 years and are supportive of new installations
by neighbors and friends. Especially in view of the dire effects of climate change and the needto eliminate the use of fossil fuels in the very near future, we urgently request that the PUC
retain the reimbursement rate presently used for Solar customers. This will keep a financialincentive for Idaho Power customers to install Rooftop solar. This will result in many more
people moving ahead with a solar installation.
Thank you for your consideration.
-- Dan Appel
Shiloh Builders LLC4190 N. Waterford Place
Boise, ID [e-mail]
208-941-4114
From:Therese Gerard
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:case number IPC-E-2121
Date:Monday, November 15, 2021 7:36:08 AM
To Whom It May Concern:
We made the decision this summer to invest in rooftop solar power for our home. This is amajor investment for us and we have been considering and researching for several years. We
worked to lower our own energy usage first, to find a reputable company with a good productand price, and to build our savings to be able to make the investment. We are aware that
Idaho Power is doing a study of the costs and benefits of on-site generation of electricity bycustomers with rooftop solar. We ask that the Public Utilities Commission take our comments
into consideration as well.
Net-metering, as is currently provided by Idaho Power, is what makes our investmentfinancially feasible. By putting solar power on our roof, we are helping stabilize the grid,
especially on summer afternoons when the sun is high and air-conditioners, refrigerators andfreezers are using electricity in every household in our community. Locally generated power
contributes to energy independence, supports good local jobs for solar providers and helpscontribute immediately to cleaner air.
Idaho Power has proposed that they should only have to reimburse their customers with solar
power at the lower wholesale price at which they are now able to obtain solar power. But thetruth is, they do not obtain enough wholesale solar power to provide for every customer. The
price they currently pay to those of us who have made the investment in rooftop solar is a fairprice based on the investment we have made to benefit the grid as well as our ourselves. At
the very least, solar customers who have already made the investment should be"grandfathered in" to the current net-metering system. At the very best, the net-metering
system should be required to continue for future investors in rooftop solar.
Sincerely,Therese & Keith Gerard
3906 W Catalpa DrBoise, ID 83703
208-602-7766
From:Steve Folkner ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-21-21 Idaho Power Solar Study
Date:Monday, November 15, 2021 12:22:25 PM
Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
One of the complaints about solar power is the space it requires. There is a lot of roof space that is underused. I get
that Idaho Power needs to turn a profit, but I don't think the company should discourage use of that space and people
providing their own money for the investment. We need all the clean energy we can get as fast as we can get it,
from what I read.
I?m an Idaho Power customer and I care about protecting every customer?s right to meet their own energy needs
through a fair rooftop solar program, which must be as affordable and accessible as possible. Please ensure that
Idaho Power?s ?value of solar? study is fair, accurate, thorough, and evaluates the wide range of benefits that local,
clean, customer-owned power provides to customers, the utility, and the public at large.
Sincerely,
Steve Folkner
9860 W Westview Dr
Boise, ID 83704
[e-mail]
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From:Randall Harville ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-21-21 Idaho Power Solar Study
Date:Monday, November 15, 2021 1:12:28 PM
Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
"conservative" Idaho could have been the Alaska of the 70's. Abundant sunshine, massive expansion, so much
construction. With a little foresight and a little leadership, we could be producing so much energy now that we could
be the leaders in the market. California rolling blackouts, we got you. Texas, well you are your own grid but you get
the idea I hope. Instead of paying property taxes we could be receiving an energy bonus payment but alas no, we are
so political that we prefer to drill, burn, rape, whatever it takes to be considered "conservative" rather than doing the
right thing and harvesting what God so freely provides. I would say shame on you but I think you are beyond shame,
just want to be "right", don't you?
I?m an Idaho Power customer and I care about protecting every customer?s right to meet their own energy needs
through a fair rooftop solar program, which must be as affordable and accessible as possible. Please ensure that
Idaho Power?s ?value of solar? study is fair, accurate, thorough, and evaluates the wide range of benefits that local,
clean, customer-owned power provides to customers, the utility, and the public at large.
Sincerely,
Randall Harville
1168 N Little Camas Ave
Star, ID 83669
[e-mail]
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From:PUC Consumer Comments
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:Notice: A comment was submitted to PUCWeb
Date:Monday, November 15, 2021 2:00:06 PM
The following comment was submitted via PUCWeb:
Name: Kenneth Reynolds
Submission Time: Nov 15 2021 1:27PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 1541 Shenandoah Dr.
Boise, ID 83712
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-21-21
Comment: " Like many retired people with a residence in Idaho (condo in Boise) I spend some time in another state during different seasons. Thus I am a partial requirements customer but
not a net metering customer. There must be many customers who don’t qualify as full requirement customers. I speak for myself and those who are unaware of how this study could
impact them. Therefore I would like to voice these concerns about IPC-E-21-21: 1. It is wrong to use this study to make a reason to raise monthly payments to customers with “partial
electricity needs.” 2. I hope the PUC will recognize that all types of customers who use less than full requirements should know that this is not just a study of “net excess energy” but a
study of new approaches to their rates. 3. Idaho has grown rapidly, and the rate is accelerating. I hope this study will focus on how we as a group: customers, innovators, and suppliers can
help fund new capacity. More power to those that attempt to lower their rates with solar panels and help solve the problem. Rather we should care how the utility will respond to the future
and not increase the risks of coal and natural gas and hedge against hydo risks from increasing droughts and weather extremes. Now is the time for us as Idahoans and Americans to come
together for the common good to help fund new, clean capacity "
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From:PUC Consumer Comments
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:Notice: A comment was submitted to PUCWeb
Date:Monday, November 15, 2021 4:00:10 PM
The following comment was submitted via PUCWeb:
Name: Ann Swanson
Submission Time: Nov 15 2021 3:13PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 2161 Diane Lane
Pocatello, ID 83201
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-21-21
Comment: "Dear PUC, I purchased solar for my home four years ago. I made the investment because I wanted to help reduce my own public energy consumption and support reducing
greenhouse effect by using alternative energy. Additionally, Idaho Power has a 100% clean energy goal. It makes sense that the public should be able to contribute to that goal with
programs that fairly compensate us for our investment. Idaho residents should be able to participate in their own energy production I encourage the PUC to support fair life-of-system
compensation for the investment I and others have made in green energy. Sincerely, Ann "
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From:Meghann Wenzel
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:Stand up for solar! Case Number: IPC-E-21-21.
Date:Monday, November 15, 2021 4:16:29 PM
Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission Commission Secretary,
Solar is an important player in Idaho’s clean energy future! I want the Idaho Power solar
valuation study to identify how I can participate in the rooftop solar program. Local, cleanenergy benefits us all and plays an important role in working towards a clean energy future.
Solar clean energy will only help our beautiful state stay that way! Less air pollution will onlymake our weather that much better.
Regards,
Meghann Wenzel 2314 N 34th St
Boise, ID 83703