20220812Comments(56)_56.pdf

From:Erik Johnson ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Hearing Request
Date:Thursday, August 11, 2022 3:38:44 PM
Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
My family and I spent a lot of money to put solar panels on our house to do our part to fight climate change. We
expect the Idaho PUC to continue to support the transition to solar power in our community. this is one step many
of us can do to transition away from fossil fuels. the Idaho PUC should support this effort while something can still
be done to avert massive disasters caused by climate change.
I am very concerned about Idaho Power's newly published cost-benefit study on rooftop solar. It underestimates the
value of solar by intentionally excluding measurable environmental and related benefits. This impacts customer
rates and threatens fair compensation for Idaho families, businesses, farms, schools, and other local entities that
benefit from locally-owned solar.
Please hold in-person public hearings in multiple locations across Idaho Power?s service territory (and offer virtual
video options and a weekend option) to ensure as many people as possible can participate in this critical proceeding
and share their concerns directly with the Commission.
After gaining an understanding of public concerns and the technical flaws in the study, I urge you to reject Idaho
Power's study. Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair, credible, comprehensive, and complete analysis.
Sincerely,
Erik Johnson
3528 W MEADOW PL
BOISE, ID 83706
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From:Cody Davis ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Hearing Request
Date:Thursday, August 11, 2022 3:46:17 PM
Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
I am very concerned about Idaho Power's newly published cost-benefit study on rooftop solar. It underestimates the
value of solar by intentionally excluding measurable environmental and related benefits. This impacts customer
rates and threatens fair compensation for Idaho families, businesses, farms, schools, and other local entities that
benefit from locally-owned solar.
Please hold in-person public hearings in multiple locations across Idaho Power?s service territory (and offer virtual
video options and a weekend option) to ensure as many people as possible can participate in this critical proceeding
and share their concerns directly with the Commission.
After gaining an understanding of public concerns and the technical flaws in the study, I urge you to reject Idaho
Power's study. Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair, credible, comprehensive, and complete analysis.
Sincerely,
Cody Davis
9983 North Happy Trail
Rathdrum, ID 83858
[e-mail]
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From:Deborah Mahler ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Hearing Request
Date:Thursday, August 11, 2022 6:57:25 PM
Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
We desperately need clean renewable energy from solar. Idaho Power do the right thing for our people of Idaho and
our environment!!
I am very concerned about Idaho Power's newly published cost-benefit study on rooftop solar. It underestimates the
value of solar by intentionally excluding measurable environmental and related benefits. This impacts customer
rates and threatens fair compensation for Idaho families, businesses, farms, schools, and other local entities that
benefit from locally-owned solar.
Please hold in-person public hearings in multiple locations across Idaho Power?s service territory (and offer virtual
video options and a weekend option) to ensure as many people as possible can participate in this critical proceeding
and share their concerns directly with the Commission.
After gaining an understanding of public concerns and the technical flaws in the study, I urge you to reject Idaho
Power's study. Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair, credible, comprehensive, and complete analysis.
Sincerely,
Deborah Mahler
3567 N Ambergina Lane
Boise , ID 83703
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From:Patrick Grace ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Hearing Request
Date:Thursday, August 11, 2022 8:18:43 PM
Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
Solar is an important tool in our goal as a nation to become energy independent. This form of energy should be
encouraged as it is in most other 1st world nations.
I am very concerned about Idaho Power's newly published cost-benefit study on rooftop solar. It underestimates the
value of solar by intentionally excluding measurable environmental and related benefits. This impacts customer
rates and threatens fair compensation for Idaho families, businesses, farms, schools, and other local entities that
benefit from locally-owned solar.
Please hold in-person public hearings in multiple locations across Idaho Power?s service territory (and offer virtual
video options and a weekend option) to ensure as many people as possible can participate in this critical proceeding
and share their concerns directly with the Commission.
After gaining an understanding of public concerns and the technical flaws in the study, I urge you to reject Idaho
Power's study. Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair, credible, comprehensive, and complete analysis.
Sincerely,
Patrick Grace
P.O. Box 710
Victor, ID 83455
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From:Jerry Smith
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:Idaho Power Solar Study: case number IPC-E-22-22
Date:Thursday, August 11, 2022 9:03:51 PM
Hello,
I wanted to chime and say that I really think there ought to be public hearings regarding this case.
Sincerely,
Jerry Smith
Young American Homes/Sunset Homes
208-880-4628
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From:Sandie OToole ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Hearing Request
Date:Friday, August 12, 2022 4:46:51 AM
Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
I am very concerned about Idaho Power's newly published cost-benefit study on rooftop solar. It underestimates the
value of solar by intentionally excluding measurable environmental and related benefits. This impacts customer
rates and threatens fair compensation for Idaho families, businesses, farms, schools, and other local entities that
benefit from locally-owned solar.
Please hold in-person public hearings in multiple locations across Idaho Power?s service territory (and offer virtual
video options and a weekend option) to ensure as many people as possible can participate in this critical proceeding
and share their concerns directly with the Commission.
After gaining an understanding of public concerns and the technical flaws in the study, I urge you to reject Idaho
Power's study. Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair, credible, comprehensive, and complete analysis.
Sincerely,
Sandie OToole
5262 W KOOTENAI ST
BOISE, ID 83705
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From:PUCWeb Notification
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:Notice: A comment was submitted to PUCWeb
Date:Friday, August 12, 2022 11:00:08 AM
The following comments were submitted via PUCWeb:
Name: Doug Flatbush
Submission Time: Aug 12 2022 10:28AMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 8875 Red Tail Ln
Nampa, ID 83686
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "My name is Doug Flatbush and I am an Idaho Power customer living in Nampa. I am a father, grandfather, Military Veteran (Active USAF for 8+ years, retired ANG). I have
been living in Nampa for almost 7 years and am proud to be part of the community. I was sent a couple form letters, just to be honest, and I am very concerned about Idaho Power's newly
published cost-benefit study on rooftop solar. It underestimates the value of solar by intentionally excluding measurable environmental and related benefits. This threatens fair
compensation for Idaho families, businesses, farms, schools, and other local entities that benefit from locally-owned solar. I care about these issues for several reasons. Like this form
letter suggests, reducing the needs of relying on the power grid that spans the area, it does help the environment on many levels. On a more personal note, I would consider this stealing from
me if this were to pass. My solar panels produce nearly 13kW/hour. Enough to cover the needs of my house. Any excess just adds to the power grid. I do not get any return for that extra and I
am fine with that. If I were to have to pay to use the solar I produce to feed the pockets of the rich, would that not be considered stealing? I paid for these panels outright. Part of my focus
the last few years was to set up my household for retirement. This idea goes against that in a big way. Please hold in-person public hearings in multiple locations across Idaho Power’s
service territory (and offer virtual video options and a weekend option) to ensure as many people as possible can participate in this critical proceeding and share their concerns directly
with the Commission. "
From:Jennifer Robbins Smith ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Hearing Request
Date:Friday, August 12, 2022 12:32:29 PM
Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
I am very concerned about Idaho Power's newly published cost-benefit study on rooftop solar. It underestimates the
value of solar by intentionally excluding measurable environmental and related benefits. This impacts customer
rates and threatens fair compensation for Idaho families, businesses, farms, schools, and other local entities that
benefit from locally-owned solar.
Please hold in-person public hearings in multiple locations across Idaho Power?s service territory (and offer virtual
video options and a weekend option) to ensure as many people as possible can participate in this critical proceeding
and share their concerns directly with the Commission.
After gaining an understanding of public concerns and the technical flaws in the study, I urge you to reject Idaho
Power's study. Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair, credible, comprehensive, and complete analysis.
Sincerely,
Jennifer Robbins Smith
325 W Resseguie St
Boise, ID 83702
[e-mail]
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From:PUCWeb Notification
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:Notice: A comment was submitted to PUCWeb
Date:Friday, August 12, 2022 12:00:05 PM
The following comments were submitted via PUCWeb:
Name: Peter Appleby
Submission Time: Aug 12 2022 11:04AMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 3061 S Tagish Way
Meridian, ID 83642
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "Idaho Power is a for-profit monopoly. Any law, rule, or regulation limiting consumers' ability to use solar power is NOT good for the consumer. Idaho Power should
PAY the SAME amount for excess energy as they charge consumers for the energy. Consumers' buying solar equipment saves Idaho Power the expense of generating additional
electricity. We should NOT be giving ANY advantage over the consumer to a monopoly."
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Name: Jylinda PhalanSubmission Time: Aug 12 2022 11:25AM
Email: [e-mail]: 208-350-0564
Address: 7213 North Hampstead AveBoise, ID 83714
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "Requesting to please have the IPUC require Idaho Power to hold public hearings.
This is paramount to any progress on clean energy for Idaho and it's citizens."
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From:PUCWeb Notification
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:Notice: A comment was submitted to PUCWeb
Date:Friday, August 12, 2022 1:00:05 PM
The following comments were submitted via PUCWeb:
Name: Kelly Eslinger
Submission Time: Aug 12 2022 12:46PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 1915 W Cherry Ln
Meridian, ID 83642
Name of Utility Company: Treasure Valley Exteriors
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "My name is Kelly Eslinger and I am an Idaho Power customer living Kuna. I aman Idaho native, own my own company in Meridian, and employ dozens of people. We
already perform roofing services and are adding Solar Power installations to reduce carbonemissions, reduce the dependency on our river systems, when Salmon need the water, and
produce needed energy in the value. MOre necessary than ever, since the local authorities haveno limit on housing permits they will approve. We need this power, for these and many other
reasons. I am very concerned about Idaho Power's newly published cost-benefit study onrooftop solar. It underestimates the value of this power generation system by intentionally
excluding measurable environmental and related benefits. This threatens fair compensation forIdaho families, businesses, farms, schools, and other local entities that benefit from locally
owned solar. I care about this issue because I had intended to install a system on my ownhome for the reasons above. I also notice a very obvious degree of unfairness --charging
different customers right next to each other, different rates. It feels very much like price-fixingand/or an organized monopoly. Please hold public meetings and obtain as much public input
as possible, including off-work hours and video input mechanisms. I certainly expect, ifpursued, you will find a HUGE amount if dissenting input. Thank you in advance. Kelly
Eslinger"
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Name: Erik OstlerSubmission Time: Aug 12 2022 12:47PM
Email: [e-mail]: 385-212-1811
Address: 12518 Equestrian WayNampa, ID 83686
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "My name is Erik and I am an Idaho Power customer living in Nampa. I am an
ophthalmologist who purchased roof top solar 2 years ago. I am very concerned about Idaho Power's newly published cost-benefit study on rooftop solar. It underestimates the value of
solar by intentionally excluding measurable environmental and related benefits. This threatens fair compensation for Idaho families, businesses, farms, schools, and other local entities that
benefit from locally-owned solar. My home uses and energy efficient geothermal system for heating and cooling, no gas. This requires more energy to heat than to cool. I produce enough
energy for my home each year, but he majority of this power is produced during peak usage hours during the summer. This is when energy premiums are high due to high usage. They are
able to use my extra energy to power other houses when they need it most. I then use these energy credits to heat my house in the winter when energy is less expensive. This sounds like
a great deal for Idaho power. They credit me 1 hour for every hour I give them. But they get access to my energy when it is a higher price than when I use my energy credits. Other home
systems are likely functioning similarly. They are generating the most energy during the summer when usage is high due to A/C usage. Idaho Power reaps the benefits of this. Please
hold in-person public hearings in multiple locations across Idaho Power’s service territory(and offer virtual video options and a weekend option) to ensure as many people as possible
can participate in this critical proceeding and share their concerns directly with the Commission."
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From:PUCWeb Notification
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:Notice: A comment was submitted to PUCWeb
Date:Thursday, August 11, 2022 4:00:06 PM
The following comments were submitted via PUCWeb:
Name: James Giuffre
Submission Time: Aug 11 2022 3:19PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 352 n panorama pl
Boise, ID 83702
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "I am writing to comment on Idaho Power’s rooftop solar study. I am concernedthat it was not an independent study, but rather conducted by Idaho Power. Idaho Power’s
study does not accurately reflect the cost saving potential, nor the positive impact on climatechange that rooftop solar provides to Idaho families and communities. I installed rooftop solar
panels on my house at a cost of over $23,000 last November. I did this because I care aboutthe environment, and want to do everything possible to create clean energy for our Idaho
homes, businesses and communities. It’s important that Idaho Power support individual effortsto lower the cost of power generation and pay or credit homeowners for their investment in
creating clean solar energy. It might actually lower costs for Idaho Power in the long term,liberating resources for other investments. Therefore, I am requesting that Idaho Power please
hold public hearings throughout Idaho Power’s service area to support the public weighing inon the recent study. I am further requesting that Idaho Power contract for an independent study
on the value of rooftop solar. Thank you, Jim Giuffre 352 N Panorama Place, Boise, Idaho,83702"
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Name: Kurt Douglas
Submission Time: Aug 11 2022 3:36PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 3303 W CRESCENT RIM DR
Boise, ID 83706-2718
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "I have been an on-site customer-generator using solar power for 4 years. Becauseof this, I have dramatically reduced my carbon footprint, and indirectly that of my neighbors
too. That is a good thing. I read the VODER Study and believe that it is flawed in many ways.I feel that it's conclusions are misleading and could lead to a negative impact on both
customer-generators and the solar power industry in general. That is a bad thing. I strongly support the need for accessible in-person public hearings on this issue. Let's do what is right
for Idaho and assure that customer-generating is treated fairly by Idaho Power. "
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Name: Moscelene Sunderland Submission Time: Aug 11 2022 3:59PM
Email: [e-mail]: 208-841-6957
Address: 3581 N Lilyturf AveMeridian, ID 83646
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "We are James and Moscelene Sunderland. We are retired First Responder
(Firefighter) and a business manager. We looking into solar after seeing the successful transition by several neighbors. We urge you to hold public meetings through IDaho Power
service area. This meetings should include video access evening and weekends to include as many as possible. This is one of the most important decisions you will make. You are
effecting the future of solar energy which is the foundation of energy independence, climate warming and most important, extending the reach of the current grid to accommodate our
extreme growth without major energy plant construction. As we hear talk of breaching dams and continued drought we have to face an uncertain future of hydropower. We have watched
neighboring states see water levels drop to where their hydropower is useless. Going solar will cost us $24,000. Our excess will flow into the grid for Idaho Power to sell. Why should we not
be compensated for it. In the long run we are making it possible for them to put off the financial investment of addition plants. They have not been hurt financially by the current
system. Their profits are way up. Now is not the time to look backwards instead of forward. This is the time for state government and Idaho Power to harness the roof tops and do
everything possible to encourage solar energy homes. A viable electric grid for Idaho in the future will require all forms of green generation. Roof top solar will be an important player.
Please don’t make a decision that is short sighted or panders to Idaho Power. Think about the greater good. Thank you Sincerely James and Moscelene Sunderland "
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Name: Tristan HarrisSubmission Time: Aug 11 2022 3:05PM
Email: [e-mail]: 541-292-0268
Address: 4426 N Yorgason WayBoise, ID 83706
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-18-15
Comment: "I am writing to strongly urge the PUC to hold both in person and virtual hearings
for the IPC-22-22 case. These decisions impact the public. The study also does not include public opinion. There is a duty and responsibility to hear from the public that simply would
not be upheld without hearing and input. "
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Name: David VoytonSubmission Time: Aug 11 2022 3:02PM
Email: [e-mail]: 570-417-4650
Address: 6623 N Waterlilly WayGarden City, ID 83714
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "My name is David, currently living in Garden City using Idaho Power for
electricity. I have been in the solar industry since 2015 and have seen so many happy customers who have gone solar. Changing compensation on exported solar would severely
decrease the access individual homeowners would have to renewable energy for a greener future. I am very concerned about Idaho Power's newly published cost-benefit study on
rooftop solar. It underestimates the value of solar by intentionally excluding measurable environmental and related benefits. This threatens fair compensation for Idaho families,
businesses, farms, schools, and other local entities that benefit from locally-owned solar. I'm concerned about these issues because the reduction in access to solar will greatly reduce the
amount of available well paying jobs in Idaho. It will also make it very difficult for Idaho to achieve being completely renewable energy by 2045. Please hold in-person public hearings in
multiple locations across Idaho Power’s service territory (and offer virtual video options and a weekend option) to ensure as many people as possible can participate in this critical
proceeding and share their concerns directly with the Commission. Thank you, David Voyton "
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Name: Thomas Fetzer
Submission Time: Aug 11 2022 3:13PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 6553 North Conagher Lane
Eagle, ID 83616
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "We are adamantly against the unfair and greedy proposal put forth by Idaho Power in IPC-E-22-22 to change how residential solar generation is treated. We have invested
significant money to install a solar system on our house to help defray utility costs, create green energy and help offset needed infrastructure upgrades to the valley's power grid. This
makes no sense and is extremely unfair and feels like a big corporate greedy initiative. Please deny this request by Idaho Power."
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Name: j clive jordanSubmission Time: Aug 11 2022 3:52PM
Email: [e-mail]: 208-869-3207
Address: 16110 basin wayboise, ID 83714
Name of Utility Company: Idaho power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "Please have a public hearing to discuss changes to your rules for solar systems.
Thanks J Jordan "
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From:PUCWeb Notification
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:Notice: A comment was submitted to PUCWeb
Date:Thursday, August 11, 2022 5:00:06 PM
The following comments were submitted via PUCWeb:
Name: John Ottenhoff
Submission Time: Aug 11 2022 4:11PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 18226 Southlake Circle
Caldwell, ID 83607
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "As a retired person who has just installed solar panels on my house, I'd deeplyconcerned about the recent Idaho Power VODER study. As a time when our public utilities
and governments at all levels should be encouraging production of alternative sources ofenergy, Idaho Power's proposed change in the value of distributed energy would move Idaho
very much in the wrong direction. The study seriously undervalues the investment people likeme have made in solar power--and seriously discounts the benefits that accrue to Idaho Power
through solar power. Given the stakes of this issue, its essential that the Commission giveIdaho residents an opportunity to speak and learn about Idaho Power's proposals. Public
hearings--at various times and places throughout the state--would be the best way to hear ourcitizens. Please don't let Idaho Power move Idaho in the wrong direction. Please schedule
public hearings!"
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Name: Michelle ShaughnessySubmission Time: Aug 11 2022 4:19PM
Email: [e-mail]: 703-801-1774
Address: 13450 Merlot PlCaldwell, ID 83607
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "My Name is Greg Hughes and I am an Idaho Power Customer living in Caldwell,
Idaho. My husband and were career professionals with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service untilwe recently retired. We have two grown sons and are empty nesters. We moved out to the
country to live on a small farm where we grow vegies, chickens and eggs, fruit and berry treesand shrubs and about one acre of native grasses, pollinator flower gardens and 3 acres of
pasture grass that we supply to the local community. We are trying to live a sustainable way oflife in our retirement years on our little farm. We conserve water by using drip irrigation and
other non-flood irrigation practices. We installed and new heat pump that uses ground waterfor heating and cooling and in 2019 installed Solar Panels on our new shop roof to offset our
energy consumption with solar power. We are very concerned with Idaho Powers newlypublished cost-benefit study on roof top solar. It underestimates the value of solar by
intentionally excluding measurable environmental and related benefits. This threatens faircompensation for our family and all other Idaho solar families, businesses, farms, schools and
other local entities that benefit from locally owned solar. We care about these issue becausewe are certainly working to be as sustainable as we can be and we are concerned about both
our abundant natural resources as well as our scarce ones hear in Idaho and for that matter theU.S. and the world. We have invested in solar as a way to do our part in living in a more
sustainable fashion and to contribute to our local community. This was not cheap but we wereassured that we would continue to keep our extra generated energy saving credit to be applied
to our bills. Farming is not easy an cost of energy is a big factor. We feel Idaho Power is onlylooking at their stockholders bottom lines. We feel they are attempting a bait and switch. They
say they are doing good things to reduce water use by offering solar and to help Salmon? Thenthey say oops we are raising your rates. They say we have not helped pay for the infrastructure
and O&M to our power lines. Have they forgot we were paying our power bills for yearsbefore we went to solar at their encouragement?? In any event we are asking you to hold in-
person public hearings across multiple areas across Idaho Power’s service territory (and offervirtual video option and a weekend option) to ensure as many Idaho citizens as possible can
attend and participate in this critical proceeding and share their concerns directly with theCommission. "
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Name: Kenneth Christensen
Submission Time: Aug 11 2022 4:02PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 149 North Sherwood Drive
Nampa, ID 83651
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "I am very concerned about Idaho Power's recent PUC submission on how theyplan to work with solar or alternative energy contributors to the overall grid. Thier position is
very couched in tech-speak and it is almost impossible for the layperson to understand theoverall implications of the proposal being presented to the PUC. I have invested in a solar roof
top system this year and it appears the proposed changes will negatively impact the significantinvestment I have made to my grid connected system. I just received a bi-monthly audit by
Idaho Power indicating that I am not an efficient user of electricity. The installation of my rooftop solar system should negate any issues they have with grid electricity usage. As far as I
understand, my system should be contributing to overall grid energizing at peak timesespecially during electrical system stress periods of the summer. I understand that Idaho
Power must be a profitable enterprise in order to survive. But this should not be on the backsof alternative power generators that contribute to lowering demand on the grid during peak
periods when Idaho Power frequently warns of potential brown outs and rolling blackouts.Please consider the ramifications of Idaho Power's proposal and how it may negatively impact
those that have invested significantly to alternative grid energizing technologies. Thank youfor your consideration. Sincerely, Ken Christensen"
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Name: Johann Helton
Submission Time: Aug 11 2022 4:51PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 4208 n. Meridian
King hill, ID 83633
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "In my opinion this is not the time to scale back on solar power. Quite the contrary.I think most people would agree that the health of the planet is more important than increasing
profits of an already profitable PUBLIC utility. Please schedule hearings around the state sopeople have an opportunity to be heard."
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Name: Eve Chandler
Submission Time: Aug 11 2022 4:02PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 1206 N. 24th St.
Boise, ID 83702
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "ID As a customer of Idaho Power I have a strong desire to testify at a public orvirtual hearing before the Public Utilities Commission about regulating solar power usage in
Idaho and the solar survey that is referred to in IPC-22-22. This is an important issue andaffects all Idaho citizens and we should be granted the right to testify before the PUC. I feel it
is of upmost importance that the PUC hears from the public about whether the study addressesall of the issues fairly and accurately related to solar power usage in Idaho. Respectfully
submitted, Eve Chandler "
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Name: Dawn WinterSubmission Time: Aug 11 2022 4:59PM
Email: [e-mail]: 208-514-5557
Address: 4745 S Skyridge WayBoise, ID 83709
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "My name is Dawn and I am an Idaho Power customer. I live in Boise. I have been
a community resident for 15+ years, and solar energy producer for 4 years. I have seen and amconcerned about Idaho Power's cost-benefit study on rooftop solar. It appears to intentionally
underestimate the value of solar by excluding measurable environmental and related benefits.This threatens the fair compensation for Idaho families, businesses, farms, schools, and every
other local entity that benefits from locally-owned solar. This affects me personally, and I careabout these issues because Solar is an economically sustainable method to create a better
environment for future generations. I hope my children inherit this family home and continueto play a major role in environmental stewardship. I am asking you to please hold in-person
public hearings, in multiple and various locations across Idaho Power’s service territory (andoffer virtual video options and a weekend option) to ensure as many people as possible can
participate in this critical proceeding and share their concerns directly with the Commission.Thank you!"
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Name: Creighton Hardin
Submission Time: Aug 11 2022 4:33PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 6078 old ranch rd
pocatello, ID 83204
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "I want local meetings to discuss further the data on why Idaho Power wants tolower solar credits for homes, farms and businesses"
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Name: Greg Hughes
Submission Time: Aug 11 2022 4:18PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 13450 Merlot Pl
Caldwell, ID 83607
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "My Name is Greg Hughes and I am an Idaho Power Customer living in Caldwell,Idaho. My wife and were career professionals with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service until we
recently retired. We have two grown sons and are empty nesters. We moved out to the country
to live on a small farm where we grow vegies, chickens and eggs, fruit and berry trees andshrubs and about one acre of native grasses, pollinator flower gardens and 3 acres of pasture
grass that we supply to the local community. We are trying to live a sustainable way of life inour retirement years on our little farm. We conserve water by using drip irrigation and other
non-flood irrigation practices. We installed and new heat pump that uses ground water forheating and cooling and in 2019 installed Solar Panels on our new shop roof to offset our
energy consumption with solar power. We are very concerned with Idaho Powers newlypublished cost-benefit study on roof top solar. It underestimates the value of solar by
intentionally excluding measurable environmental and related benefits. This threatens faircompensation for our family and all other Idaho solar families, businesses, farms, schools and
other local entities that benefit from locally owned solar. We care about these issue becausewe are certainly working to be as sustainable as we can be and we are concerned about both
our abundant natural resources as well as our scarce ones hear in Idaho and for that matter theU.S. and the world. We have invested in solar as a way to do our part in living in a more
sustainable fashion and to contribute to our local community. This was not cheap but we wereassured that we would continue to keep our extra generated energy saving credit to be applied
to our bills. Farming is not easy an cost of energy is a big factor. We feel Idaho Power is onlylooking at their stockholders bottom lines. We feel they are attempting a bait and switch. They
say they are doing good things to reduce water use by offering solar and to help Salmon? Thenthey say oops we are raising your rates. They say we have not helped pay for the infrastructure
and O&M to our power lines. Have they forgot we were paying our power bills for yearsbefore we went to solar at their encouragement?? In any event we are asking you to hold in-
person public hearings across multiple areas across Idaho Power’s service territory (and offervirtual video option and a weekend option) to ensure as many Idaho citizens as possible can
attend and participate in this critical proceeding and share their concerns directly with theCommission. "
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Name: Scott Burlingame
Submission Time: Aug 11 2022 4:21PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 3520 Kingswood Drive
Boise, ID 83704
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "Hello! My name is Scott Burlingame. My family is an Idaho Power customer andsolar generator. We live in Boise. We invested in solar to do our part toward reducing carbon
emissions and perhaps to save a little money—at least to do good and break even. We up-fronted almost $30 thousand of our money to make this happen. Idaho Power's newly
published cost-benefit study on rooftop solar underestimates the value of solar. You probablyhave considerable data regarding the many positives beyond cost created by home solar
installations. It is an old condemnation, “He knows the cost of everything and the value ofnothing.” It seems we should be more concerned with value than cost. It appears the recent
efforts of Idaho Power to make the case for decreasing rates to solar generators is not aboutmaintaining a reasonable return on investment, but simply wanting more where the possibility
for more exists. Solar installations continue to increase in Idaho—to everyone’s benefit-- withno decline in Idaho Power profits. Please hold in-person public hearings in multiple locations
across Idaho Power’s service territory (and offer virtual video options and a weekend option)to ensure as many people as possible can participate in this critical proceeding and share their
concerns directly with the Commission. Scott Burlingame "
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Name: Amy SanthouseSubmission Time: Aug 11 2022 4:51PM
Email: [e-mail]: 719-440-2903
Address: 8149 E Selway CtNampa, ID 83687
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "I would like to request a public hearing for discussion of the data of the study. The
study is unduly long and unreadable to those outside the industry. I have a BS from anengineering university and still do not have the time or knowledge to analyze the study.
Without a simple language breaking down the study and the proposed changes, there is a greatpossibility for miss leading the public on how these changes will impact them. Solar has long
been proven to be useful to the grid, and if Idaho power does not engage the public, in thiscase, they lose the opportunity to grow the support for their goal of green energy by 2045.
This study makes me doubt the sincerity of their goals in this area. Please allow outsideexperts to contest the study and provide a layman's document summary for the general solar
owner. "
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Name: Moscelene Sunderland Submission Time: Aug 11 2022 4:01PM
Email: [e-mail]: 208-841-6957
Address: 3581 N Lilyturf AveMeridian, ID 83646
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "We are James and Moscelene Sunderland. We are retired First Responder
(Firefighter) and a business manager. We looking into solar after seeing the successfultransition by several neighbors. We urge you to hold public meetings through IDaho Power
service area. This meetings should include video access evening and weekends to include asmany as possible. This is one of the most important decisions you will make. You are
effecting the future of solar energy which is the foundation of energy independence, climatewarming and most important, extending the reach of the current grid to accommodate our
extreme growth without major energy plant construction. As we hear talk of breaching damsand continued drought we have to face an uncertain future of hydropower. We have watched
neighboring states see water levels drop to where their hydropower is useless. Going solar willcost us $24,000. Our excess will flow into the grid for Idaho Power to sell. Why should we not
be compensated for it. In the long run we are making it possible for them to put off thefinancial investment of addition plants. They have not been hurt financially by the current
system. Their profits are way up. Now is not the time to look backwards instead of forward.This is the time for state government and Idaho Power to harness the roof tops and do
everything possible to encourage solar energy homes. A viable electric grid for Idaho in thefuture will require all forms of green generation. Roof top solar will be an important player.
Please don’t make a decision that is short sighted or panders to Idaho Power. Think about thegreater good. Thank you Sincerely James and Moscelene Sunderland "
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Name: Nancy Ardmore
Submission Time: Aug 11 2022 4:11PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 1810 S Streampointe Ln
Eagle, ID 83616
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "We are solar power owners. We request that you make the meetings public for anymeeting on net metering. These meetings should never be kept from the public since the public
is served by being allowed to speak concerning solar panels and the amount that Idaho poweris able to credit to a homeowner with solar panels when Idaho power uses energy that is
generated with our panels and used by Idaho power. "
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Name: Carol RobertsonSubmission Time: Aug 11 2022 4:19PM
Email: [e-mail]: 208-734-8349
Address: 1347 Maple Ave.Twin Falls, ID 83301
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IFC-E-22-22
Comment: "The buy back of excess solar produced electricity is a terrific incentive to put in
solar sooner than later. We have several friends who converted recently and they feel a littleblindsided. We are considering it for our home, our farm, and our ranch but we are penny
pinchers so Idaho Power policies have been key in our decision making. They are a wonderfulcompany, always thinking of the welfare of their customers regardless of the custumers'
financial status. They handout Kudos to those of us who are careful users of our precious electricity. Sincerely, Carol Robertson"
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Name: Brit Salas
Submission Time: Aug 11 2022 4:29PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 12956 Tricia Street
Caldwell, ID 83607
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "My name is Brit Salas and I am an Idaho Power customer living in Caldwell, ID. I am a homemaker, wife, mother to a 4 year old and have another baby on the way. I am very
concerned about Idaho Power's newly published cost-benefit study on rooftop solar. It underestimates the value of solar by intentionally excluding measurable environmental and
related benefits. This threatens fair compensation for Idaho families, businesses, farms, schools, and other local entities that benefit from locally-owned solar. I care about these issues
because we upgraded to solar last year in order to meet our own energy needs and help our family's utilities budget. I am concerned about the impact any changes may have on other
family's decisions to go for solar as well. Please hold in-person public hearings in multiple locations across Idaho Power’s service territory (and offer virtual video options and a weekend
option) to ensure as many people as possible can participate in this critical proceeding and share their concerns directly with the Commission."
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From:PUCWeb Notification
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:Notice: A comment was submitted to PUCWeb
Date:Friday, August 12, 2022 7:00:08 AM
The following comments were submitted via PUCWeb:
Name: Jenna Raino
Submission Time: Aug 11 2022 5:25PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 912 s 20th Street
nampa , ID 83686
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "I am asking for a public hearing on net metering for solar power"
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Name: Brian StillmanSubmission Time: Aug 11 2022 5:06PM
Email: [e-mail]: 208-465-5623
Address: 938 South Powerline RoadNampa, ID 83686
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "There needs to be a public hearing about this proposal. We installed solar power
to help our community by providing clean power with the intent that we would produceapproximately the power that we used. The panel install was quite expensive and Idaho
Power's proposed change would be financially challenging to say the least. I'm concernedIdaho Power is attempting to push a change of this nature in this way."
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Name: Timothy Ahrens
Submission Time: Aug 11 2022 6:02PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 22745 Riley Ct
Middleton, ID 83644
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "I do not want any changes to the current net metering billing that Idaho power iscurrently employing. As a solar customer under the current monthly netting structure, I can
plainly see the accuracy of credit accumulation and reporting. If you move away from this tohourly, it will be much more dificult to read and keep track of the reporting. In regard to
benefits of solar power, when my solar system overproduces during daylight hours, the peakproduction coincides directly with peak demand due to air conditioning throughout the valley.
If I am correct, that power is used by the closest need which is almost always a nearby homeor business. It seems like that would provide a great deal of value to the utility company in the
form of less transmission loss and clean power delivery to neighboring properties. Sincerely,Timothy Ahrens"
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Name: David Dean
Submission Time: Aug 11 2022 9:03PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 3745 E Alta Ridge Ct
Boise, ID 83716
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "In reference to IPC-E-22-22 I write these comments from a residential solarcustomer. Having worked through multiple attempts with Idaho Power to reduce my power
costs, I find this hail marry attempt so outrageous for a multitude of reasons I will highlightbelow. This net metering issue started years ago with ID Power "claiming" a $145k annual
shortfall from the net metering rate class at that time. I will preface my below comments withthe fact that today this rate class still today makes up less than 1.5% of the total rate payer
population that ID Power serves. This felt from the start back in the first net metering rate caselike a clear attempt to limit future competition and future growth of solar here in Idaho just as
it still does today. First, this study was ordered by the IPUC in such a manner that a generalconsumer without solar or utility industry knowledge could read and understand. They were
also tasked with using as current and accurate data as available and in this case the datarepresented for cost/kwh is grossly understated as rate/fees have jumped substantially along
with everything else economically since this study was first started and should have beenupdated prior to it's release to ensure on the surface any sort of fairness or accuracy. For these
reasons I feel from the start this is simply an invalid and outdated study and should berecognized as such by the IPUC in this matter. Hourly Netting Request-This is a huge issue as
the only party that benefits from this is of course ID Power. A solar customer under the currentmonthly netting structure has a clear checks and balances against accurate credit accumulation
and reporting and against what they were proposed from their solar provider in their initialestimates. Hourly netting strips a consumer checks and balances away from them which
simply cannot be allowed to happen. The other major issue here is ID Power pushed into lawthe Idaho Solar Consumer Protection Act as a way to hold solar providers accountable for
misrepresentation and misleading sales tactics and allow for the ID Att General to step in andbe able to have a clear legal route for consumers against solar providers. Yes, we have bad
apples in the solar industry and yes, they should be held accountable however this is true ofany industry but because solar is a direct competitor to Idaho's monopolistic utility this is a
constant driver/platform that ID Power has pushed as means to make these detrimentalchanges to net metering. The more critical issue here is having this consumer protection act in
place we are required to have many disclosure statements in order to even provide a solarestimate to any consumer. If hourly netting is allowed it leaves solar providers wide open to
lawsuits as providing an accurate estimate of a solar system payback becomes virtuallyimpossible as every ID Power rate payer uses power differently every hour seasonally here in
ID. Stripping back the layers this request by ID Power is a clear attempt to make solarproviders jobs nearly impossible and have to staff engineers to work through a customer’s
8760 hourly power intervals from the previous 12 months which is a hugely expensive andtime consuming exercise and sure to be wrong with so many other weather factors year to year
here in ID. I urge the IPUC to heavily question the true motives behind this request andmaintain the current monthly netting structure that has worked very well for many years. Lack
of Environmental Valuation-This study for many reasons is a clearly bias study for anyonewho has any knowledge of the local solar industry. For ID Power to not provide a value for
environmental impact that distributed solar does indeed provide is very short sided. Solarprovides an immense carbon reduction which yes is hard to truly measure but to just simply
skim over this section as they did should leave many questions for the IPUC in this discussion.Peak Demand Reduction-I and many others close to this industry find this attempt to gut the
solar industry at a time where the population is outracing what ID Power can provide at peakdemand times is laughable. The amount of continued added infrastructure needed to keep
providing reliable power and maintain an already outdated electrical grid to an ever-growingpopulation should involve solar heavily in a commonsense world. The values presented in the
study are not in line whatsoever with other comparable studies done in recent years. When asolar system overproduces every day during daylight hours that power is put to use at the
nearest draw which is always a neighboring property. To say that does not provide a immensevalue to any utility is simply wrong. Less transmission/distribution/line loss/and cleaner power
delivery to these neighboring properties with solar."
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Name: Estelle MillerSubmission Time: Aug 12 2022 1:08AM
Email: [e-mail]: 208-344-4956
Address: 203 S Peasley StBoise, ID 83705-1643
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "I am very concerned about the plan by Idaho Power to weaken homeowners right
regarding solar power. It is especially appalling when we see each and every day more andmore adverse effects caused by climate change. If anything, Idaho Power should be actively
encouraging and rewarding the use of solar power. I would like to request a public hearingabout the changes Idaho Power is requesting since I believe they are not for the best interests
of Idaho's citizens."
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Name: Zelma MillerSubmission Time: Aug 11 2022 5:23PM
Email: [e-mail]: 208-841-0752
Address: 1824 W Dainty LaneMeridian, ID 83642
Name of Utility Company: Idaho power company
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "My name is Zelma Miller and I live in Meridian Idaho. I am a retired accountant
and my husband is nearly retired. I am very concerned about Idaho Power's newly publishedcost-benefit study on rooftop solar. It under estimates the value of solar by intentionally
excluding measurable environmental and related benefits. This threatens fair compensation forfamilies, businesses, farms, schools, and other local entities that benefit from locally owned
solar. I care about these issues because I am very concerned about the extensive rates that maybe imposed as we are facing fixed income Those increases may cause us and others to have to
leave our homes. Please hold in-person public hearings in multiple locations across IdahoPower's service territory (and offer virtual video options and a weekend option) to ensure as
many people as possible can participate on this critical proceeding and share thier concernsdirectly with the Commision."
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Name: David Chamberlain
Submission Time: Aug 11 2022 10:50PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 2636 W Sugar Crest Dr
Eagle, ID 83616
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "I had the wrong case before. Please make sure you have a public commentsession. I am opposed to the VODER study. I think it will kill the residential solar industry,
kill my recent large investment, it will change my behavior in a way that won't be in concertwith energy conservation, is not consistent with USA clean energy goals, and is unfair. Idaho
Power is not pro residential solar energy and there should be a public session to discuss it."
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Name: Jonathan WoodworthSubmission Time: Aug 11 2022 5:22PM
Email: [e-mail]: 208-713-6163
Address: 1015 BIG CREEK CIRNampa, ID 83686
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "My name is Jonathan Woodworht and I am an Idaho Power customer living in
Nampa. I am an engineer and use a EV to commute to my job in Boise. I am very concernedabout Idaho Power's newly published cost-benefit study on rooftop solar. It underestimates the
value of solar by intentionally excluding measurable environmental and related benefits. Thisthreatens fair compensation for Idaho families, businesses, farms, schools, and other local
entities that benefit from locally-owned solar. I care about these issues because I plan to installsolar panels on both my Nampa home and second home in Riggins. Please hold in-person
public hearings in multiple locations across Idaho Power’s service territory (and offer virtualvideo options and a weekend option) to ensure as many people as possible can participate in
this critical proceeding and share their concerns directly with the Commission."
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Name: Douglas HoustonSubmission Time: Aug 11 2022 6:08PM
Email: [e-mail]: 208-866-8729
Address: 1655 E. Holden LaneBoise, ID 83706
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "Please ensure that there are in-person public hearings regarding what Idaho Power
is proposing with this Case, and how it will affect net metering. I installed solar panels on myhouse three years ago, because I believe that renewable energy sources will be of critical
importance to our energy future, and (if you haven't heard) global warming. Our publicutilities should be doing everything possible to encourage the individual homeowners to install
solar systems - especially as our communities grow and power demand grows. The publicneeds to have an understanding of what Idaho Power is proposing, and to have information
regarding environmental studies. Please bring us the public hearings! Doug Houston"
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Name: DAVID CHAMBERLAINSubmission Time: Aug 11 2022 10:23PM
Email: [e-mail]: 208-608-2894
Address: 2636 W Sugar Crest DrEagle, ID 83616
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-21-21
Comment: "Please make sure you have an accessible public comment session befre making a
decision on Idaho Power proposal for Solar Generation changes (VODER Study). Theirproposal will kill the residential industry. They are definitely not pro solar generation. I have a
lot to say and just learned you may not have a public comment session. That's wrong!"
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Name: Julia JensenSubmission Time: Aug 12 2022 6:22AM
Email: [e-mail]: 208-994-9754
Address: 2665 N Cliffview PlBoise, ID 83702
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "My name is Julia Jensen and I am an Idaho Power customer living in Boise, ID.
Husband and I are physicians here in Boise. We have three children. We are committed tomaking changes in our lifestyle that help preserve our precious environment and slow down
climate change. Three years ago we made the investment in solar panels and electric car. I amvery concerned about Idaho Power's newly published cost-benefit study on rooftop solar. It
underestimates the value of solar by intentionally excluding measurable environmental andrelated benefits. This threatens fair compensation for Idaho families, businesses, farms,
schools, and other local entities that benefit from locally-owned solar. I care about these issuesbecause I feel it is crucial to continue to support families who are willing to invest in solar
energy to power their household and their commutes to work. Please hold in-person publichearings in multiple locations across Idaho Power’s service territory (and offer virtual video
options and a weekend option) to ensure as many people as possible can participate in thiscritical proceeding and share their concerns directly with the Commission. Sincerely, Julia
Jensen, DO"
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Name: Aaron LeuckSubmission Time: Aug 11 2022 5:00PM
Email: [e-mail]: 208-559-1600
Address: 9328 W. Suttle Lake Dr.Boise, ID 83714
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "I would first like to say I seriously doubt anyone will actually read this and seeing
how I have gone to and testified about a water case from my previous residence and having
the commission completely rule against the 24 homeowners and providing us with at the timethe most expensive water in the state of Idaho, I do not have high hopes of the PUC doing
anything but acquiescing to the monopoly that is Idaho power. I am a current solar powerowner. I put it in 3 years ago. I paid 28,000 dollars for my solar panels and it appears from
what Idaho power is asking, I will never ever, ever recoup the money that I put into my solarpanels. I mean am I really causing some sort of hardship for Idaho Power? I have no idea what
the future holds for power consumption and production but truthfully I cannot even fathomwhy every new home being built is not required to put solar on their house. But I mean really
why should we when we can keep burning natural gas to produce it? I do believe whatever thePUC decides they should at a minimum have a grandfather clause giving the current solar
panel users the ability to keep producing power and earning credits at the same rate that we areearning them now. These Solar panels should remain transferrable to new homeowners for the
resale of our homes. I say this because this is the deal that is or was in place when we had thepanels installed. I will make one promise though. If The PUC goes forward with Idaho
Powers' current plan. I will completely unhook from Idaho Power and install enough batterybanks to charge and run my home like I am off-grid. This is a travesty and shortsighted and
greedy. But what else can we expect from a bunch of Freedom-loving patriots? Please at aminimum consider installing a grandfather clause for current Solar owners and at a maximum
telling Idaho Power where they can stick it! You know where the SUN don't shine? "
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Name: Glen TidermanSubmission Time: Aug 11 2022 6:36PM
Email: [e-mail]: 208-340-2784
Address: 3648 W Park Creek DrMeridian, ID 83642
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "My name is Glen Tiderman. I am an Idaho Power customer living in Meridian. I
am a local high school teacher and family man as well as a very recent adopter of rooftopgeneration on my home. I am very concerned about Idaho Power's newly published cost-
benefit study on rooftop solar. It underestimates the value of solar by intentionally excludingmeasurable environmental and related benefits. This threatens fair compensation for Idaho
families, businesses, farms, schools, and other local entities that benefit from locally-ownedsolar. I am very concerned about Idaho Power's newly published cost-benefit study on rooftop
solar. It underestimates the value of solar by intentionally excluding measurableenvironmental and related benefits. This threatens fair compensation for Idaho families,
businesses, farms, schools, and other local entities that benefit from locally-owned solar. I careabout these issues because I believe it is imperative that we look for renewable energy sources
in every way possible. In a very small way, my solar system is helping supply clean energy tothe grid. Clearly, the Federal Government sees this as a worthwhile part of the plan to become
energy independent. If not, they wouldn’t be subsiding the installation of home generationunits like mine. Please hold in-person public hearings in multiple locations across Idaho
Power’s service territory (and offer virtual video options and a weekend option) to ensure asmany people as possible can participate in this critical proceeding and share their concerns
directly with the Commission. Thank you. Sincerely, Glen Tiderman"
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Name: Leif ElgethunSubmission Time: Aug 11 2022 8:11PM
Email: [e-mail]: 208-301-2293
Address: 2108 W. Jefferson St.Boise, ID 83702
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "I am 1) an idaho Power customer, 2) existing net meter Idaho Power customer, 3)
business owner, 4) solar installer company business owner and employer, 5) energy engineer,6) active community advocate for eliminating carbon emissions, 7) climate tech jobs and
economic development proponent, and 8) big fan of Idaho Power's 2045 committee to netzero. I believe this case deserves a public hearing as part of the process to ensure the public
can participate and have their voices heard for a policy that has far reaching impacts for Idahocitizen's health, individual energy choice, rate payer fairness, economic development, and
social impact. It is essential to ensure your work on behalf of the people of the State of Idahoincludes the broadest perspectives possible."
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Name: Josh Powell
Submission Time: Aug 11 2022 5:22PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 1337 Lick Creek Road
McCall, HI 83638
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "Public discourse is essential to a democracy and fundamental to retaining publictrust. The IPUC is the steward of this for our public utilities and as such should allow, support
and encourage public meetings particularly on subjects that relate directly to consumers. Roof-top PV and home Energy Storage have become very popular with consumers and will become
an integral part of the electrical grid as their popularity increases. Getting consumer buy-inand feedback on policies affecting these technologies is critical to good stewardship of Idaho's
Public Utilities - please support public meetings to solicit that feedback."
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Name: Craig KorfantaSubmission Time: Aug 11 2022 7:21PM
Email: [e-mail]: 208-447-8990
Address: 368 S Hulbe DrBoise, ID 83705
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: ""Decisions of the commission must be based upon findings of fact that, in turn,
must rest upon testimony and evidence entered into the official record of the case beingconsidered." Denying the public a chance to testify or submit evidence is counter to your
stated mission. I urge the Commission to hold both in person and virtual hearings in this case(IPC-E-22-22) so that the public has the ability to have their input considered and voices
heard."
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Name: Brad NicholsSubmission Time: Aug 11 2022 8:11PM
Email: [e-mail]: 208-410-7935
Address: 1460 Waterfall CtTwin Falls, ID 83301
Name of Utility Company: Brad Nichols
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "My name is Brad Nichols, I am an Idaho Power (IP) customer, and have lived in
Twin Falls Idaho nearly all my life. My wife and I have belonged to the Idaho Power programthat allows IP to turn off our air conditioning in times of high demand. We have also paid a
premium for solar power from IP for the past several of years in an effort to ensure cleanreliable power for everyone going forward. This year we decided to take the next step and
install a large solar array on the top of our home. We didn't do it to "Make Money" as anyenergy put on the grid only gets you credits against your future bill, but as a way to save
money, and hopefully add stability to the power grid by helping reduce demand. Someday wehope to purchase an electric car as well and want to be neutral and sustainable as possible. My
fear is that any change to the "Net Metering" program will reduce and slow adoption. Ibelieve, short of building a Nuclear power station, that roof top solar is one of the best ways to
help move into the future. By reducing strain on the grid by producing power more locally youreduce the need for transmission lines, additional infrastructure, and maintenance. If properly
planned this may allow the power company to save money, and possibly make money byexporting energy to other markets. I am very concerned about Idaho Power's newly published
cost-benefit study on rooftop solar. It underestimates the value of solar by intentionallyexcluding measurable environmental and related benefits. This threatens fair compensation for
Idaho families, businesses, farms, schools, and other local entities that benefit from locally-owned solar. Thank you for your time. Brad Nichols"
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Name: christopher gardner
Submission Time: Aug 11 2022 5:29PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 7557 w snohomish st
boise, ID 83709
Name of Utility Company: Gardner Electric LLC
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "Hello, My name is Chris Gardner. I am an electrical contractor here in the capitalof our great state of Idaho. As a customer and someone who cares about our planet I feel there
is a possibility that we could be heading in the wrong direction with solar. Now more thanever we need to focus on sustainable clean energy like solar. I feel this study you have
conducted poses a biased, unfair, environmentally unsound conclusion. Why in Idaho are weso anti environment? I think in public hearings would be a great idea, that also offer virtual
ways for your customers etc to attend all over your service territory. As someone who haslooked up to Idaho Power my entire electrical career I hope you do not let me down. I will
look at ways to get homes like my own off the grid as much as possible if we have to go downthis road. I believe consumers can change the course of direction with their $$ as well. Thanks
for your time. Best regards, Christopher Gardner & Gardner Electric LLC. "
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Name: Joshua MackieSubmission Time: Aug 11 2022 5:03PM
Email: [e-mail]: 208-914-0791
Address: 3030 N Crane Creek RdBoise, ID 83702
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "A full public hearing is in order. "
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Name: William Peterson
Submission Time: Aug 11 2022 6:57PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 24836 Thunder Cloud St
Middleton, ID 83644
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "If find it hard to understand that Idaho Power has completed a benefit costanalysis that says home solar arrays are not beneficial and does not recommend these efforts? I
have installed a 10.7 KW solar array at my home and am very pleased with its operations andthe energy I generate especially during these hot summer months when the grid is being
stressed. Please understand that I am confused when Idaho power supported the Jackpot solararray south of Twin Falls with a 20 year agreement and now finds local arrays by residents not
efficient or effective? Please let us understand by a public hearing what is going on?"
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Name: Ella YanaiSubmission Time: Aug 11 2022 5:21PM
Email: [e-mail]: 510-566-9946
Address: 6095 E Foxgrove DrBoise, ID 83716
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "Last year I was inspired by reading about Idaho Power being pro-solar and aiming
to be 100% renewable by 2045. That was my main reason for installing solar panels on myroof this year. Recently I was shocked to learn about Idaho Power going the exact opposite
direction by dramatically devaluing the excess generation from Idahoan's solar systems. Thisis devastating to the environment and the local solar installers industry. "
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Name: Kent Britton
Submission Time: Aug 11 2022 9:13PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 2606 E. Piccadilly Ln
Eagle, ID 83616
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "ID I am an owner of a residential solar generation system. I have read IdahoPower's proposal for new rate structure for residential solar. Though I understand some of the
arguments Idaho Power has made, it seems to be pretty one sided. There also appears to be adifference in their public support for clean energy, but trying to penalize homeowners who
invest in producing clean energy. I wish to see an opportunity for public hearings on this issue,where those with more technical knowledge can provide arguments against moving to the
hourly net method calculation and the ridiculously low "wholesale rate" of excessive energyproduction. Sincerely, Kent Britton"
Name: DOUGLAS MAYNE
Submission Time: Aug 11 2022 10:47PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 2068 SW Hamilton RD
Mountain Home, ID 83647
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "with the current increase in Solar energy generation It is reasonable to ask that Idaho Power ask for and include public comment with regards to any changes in the solar
generation policy."
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