20221104Comments(88)_88.pdf

From:Richard Cummins
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:#IPC-E-22-22 Net Metering
Date:Thursday, November 3, 2022 4:18:15 PM
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A home owner is charged so much a KWH. If he/she has solar and is making excess power,that is typically being used in their neighborhood, and being sold at the going rate, theyshould get that power back at the same rate when they need it. We are partners with Idaho Power not a commercial enterprise.This country is working to move to renewable energy. WE are trying to do our part.
I respectfully request IPU to keep the current rate structure in place.Thank You Richard Cummins3845 Baja Way Boise83709
From:Jim Grigg ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Thursday, November 3, 2022 4:33:39 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
We got rooftop solar to be part of the solution by helping produce the electricity that we would consume rather than
relying on other sources they could put a burden on the whole system. Especially with the huge influx of residents in
the area it only makes sense to have individual providers contributing so we don't end up in a situation like
California where the system can't handle the needs of the population. It's frustrating now to see Idaho power
punishing and limiting does independent sources putting the whole system at risk in the future.
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Jim Grigg
1914 North Summerwind Place
Kuna, ID 83634
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To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:Notice: A comment was submitted to PUCWeb
Date:Thursday, November 3, 2022 5:00:05 PM
The following comment was submitted via PUCWeb:
Name: Jane Chandler
Submission Time: Nov 3 2022 4:06PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 1407 E Jefferson St
Boise, ID 83712
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "I am very concerned with the methodologies used and subjective nature of Idaho Powers study on solar and urge the PUC to take utilize both public comments and the study
produced by Cross Border Energy when ruling on the rate of return for residentially generated solar. The PUC has the duty to advocate for the publics interests and ensure that rulings take
into account impacts on the community. This year we have seen the financial and personal costs of climate change as unprecedented natural disasters have led to significant loss of life
and destruction. Changing the rate of return for residential solar production as Idaho Power has suggested would impact the viability of Idahoans investment in solar and decrease the
number of Idahoans who invest in solar production. This would help to fuel climate change and more locally have harmful impacts on our environment and quality of life. "
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From:Kathy Cordell ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Thursday, November 3, 2022 6:10:12 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
How does Idaho Power plan to justify lowering cost for energy they receive from solar and raising rate non-solar
customers? Their not using their system to generate all that extra energy they're collecting and charging high rates
for.
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Kathy Cordell
2153 N Van Dyke Avenue
Kuna, ID 83634
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From:Kathy Belknap ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Thursday, November 3, 2022 7:18:48 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
We purchased solar panels a year ago to help our environment and to do our part about Global Warming. I request
that the Commission should NOT impose on-peak/off-peak rates on exports by self-generators unless Idaho Power
also allows customers access to on-peak rates for their consumption. It is very unfair to impose on-peak/off-peak
credit rates on the energy one exports when there is no correlating on-peak/off-peak rates for the energy consumers
use.
I request a fair financial value be assigned to the renewable energy provided by customers. This is a resource to
Idaho Power. Currently Idaho Power sells renewable energy at a premium to customers (Green Power Program).
Idaho Power can avoid costs by sourcing its green power from customers and these very real avoidable costs should
not be omitted from the study. I
Finally, customers should have the option to sell the power they generate.
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Kathy Belknap
3794 S. Suntree Place
Boise, ID 83706
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From:Katie Abbott ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 12:29:41 AM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Katie Abbott
21090 Limestone Ave
Bend, OR 97703
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From:Craig Sjoberg ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 2:28:54 AM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
Last year; as a decision to go Solar in my home I learned that Idaho Power fairly treats the providers of power "KW
for KW" at the customary value... To take this fair exchange away is a dirty double cross to your customers. and H
Yes we still pay some $5.00+ fee every month for the "admin of ID Power... Over years now the government and
you're utility and Power companies have firmly recruited us people into the Solar power world...
PLEASE do NOT change your policy on the value of Customer generated KW's being added to your business that
will be sold to someone else at the market rate... Paying us providers lower rates is something you'd created.. IT"S
FAIR ! Thanks for preserving our current two way fair exchange rate.
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Craig Sjoberg
21212 Tucker Rd
Greenleaf, ID 83626
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From:Michael Kochert ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 4:28:11 AM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
My name is Mike Kochert, and my wife and I are Idaho Power customers living on a farm just north of Gooding,
Idaho. In 2015 we installed an 6 kw solar array (24 panels) on a ground mount near our barn for our domestic use.
We were unable to attend the three public hearings and would like to submit our comments for the record.
We urge that the Public Utilities Commission reject Idaho Power?s VODER study and their request to greatly
reduce the compensation rates for rooftop solar owners. We believe that the VODER study is flawed and very
biased. It greatly undervalues the benefits private solar generation as reported by an independent study. We believe
that Idaho Power is attempting to unfairly reduce compensation rates and needs to come up with a fair and equitable
proposal.
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Michael Kochert
1622 S 1625 E
Gooding , ID 83330
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From:Larry Barnes
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:Comments on #IPC-E-22-22
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 5:43:23 AM
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Thank you for the opportunity to submit comments regarding case #IPC-E-22-22, IdahoPower Company’s application to complete the study review phase of the comprehensive studyof costs and benefits of on-site customer generation.
In its independent analysis, Crossborder Energy identifies a number of costs and benefits thatare quantifiable, measurable, and affect rates. After including these important variables andapplying sound analysis, they concluded the export credit rate should be much greater thanwhat Idaho Power concluded in its VODER study.
I encourage you to ask Idaho Power Company to redo the VODER study to include all factorsthat affect the price of customer generated solar power.
From:Peter Cliften
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:Net metering
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 8:06:10 AM
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My name is Peter Cliften and I’m an Idaho native born and raised. I moved back to Idaho after serving 10 years with
USAF and I care about keeping Idaho green and preserving our natural resources.
I have recently purchased a solar system and an electric vehicle because I believe renewable and non fossil fueled
energy is in our best interests long term.
I believe less individuals will be inclined to look at renewable energy if we disincentive net metering. I’ve heard
arguments that solar produces electricity during off peak hours and that it complicates energy storage and
distribution, but I believe the benefits of having more homes and businesses convert to solar and embracing energy
independence will benefit Idaho in the long run. Idaho has traditionally had cheap electricity due to hydroelectric
resources. I believe we should continue to encourage renewable electricity and solar power for Idahoans and we
could lead the nation in solar power as well. Grandfathering long standing solar systems doesn’t help with people
considering adding systems now or in the future.
Peter Cliften. 
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From:PUCWeb Notification
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:Notice: A comment was submitted to PUCWeb
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 9:00:06 AM
The following comment was submitted via PUCWeb:
Name: Michael Rowe
Submission Time: Nov 4 2022 8:47AMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 620 S 8th Ave
Pocatello, ID 83201
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "PUC, As an owner of rooftop solar I have concerns about Idaho Power's recent study that determined the cost of excess power from local solar owners to be worth 2.8-4
¢/kWh. This is in contrast to a study by Crossborder Energy that determined that same power is worth 18.3 ¢/kWh. Not that I don't trust Idaho Power but a nearly five times difference
makes me question the Idaho Power results. As I am directly affected by this, I think this discrepancy needs to be resolved before any action is taken. Michael Rowe "
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From:Matthew Henderson ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 9:12:06 AM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
I am a Boise small business owner, with a 100 Kilowatt solar array. Net metering and tax incentives were key in
deciding to invest the significant capital. Decarbonizing the grid is imperative to decarbonizing most people?s daily
lives (automobiles, households and light commercial) and the one area where, people with the means, can make a
real difference. Rooftop solar, particularly paired with batteries, is proven to reduce the overall cost for a utility to
transition to renewables, as there is less potential peak demand that needs accounted for. Idaho Power, driven by
profits and a low energy price mandate, does not consider the many societal costs of dirty power. Their metrics for
success are short term time frames that makes their arguments, of costly rooftop solar, seem plausible. Idaho power
do it without private sector capital. I implore you to reject Idaho Powers efforts to disincentivize people?s
motivation to do what they can for their community and planet.
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Matthew Henderson
6737 Supply Way
Boise, ID 83716
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From:Edwina Allen ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 10:08:25 AM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
Idaho Power is asking the Idaho Public Utilities Commission to approve a seriously flawed study to justify
significantly reducing its compensation rate for rooftop solar owners. If this new rate is approved, I doubt many
homeowners will be able to financially justify choosing to install rooftop solar.
I request that you carefully examine the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy. This comprehensive
document includes many salient data points that are either omitted or significantly differ from the information in
Idaho Power?s study. Crossborder documents that the Idaho Power study greatly undervalues customer owned
rooftop solar. Idaho power ratepayers need the PUC to have fair, independent information to make decision on this
important rate decision.
Climate change is real. Distributed rooftop solar generates carbon-free solar electricity. Distributed rooftop solar is a
winner. It provides grid security, especially on the ever more common, exceedingly hot summer days.
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Edwina Allen
2972 E PARKCENTER BLVD APT 513
BOISE, ID 83716
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From:Ken Bosworth
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:Comments on #IPC-E-22-22
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 10:16:39 AM
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Ken [e-mail]
Thank you for the opportunity to submit comments regarding case #IPC-E-22-22, IdahoPower Company’s application to complete the study review phase of the comprehensive studyof costs and benefits of on-site customer generation.
In its independent analysis, Crossborder Energy identifies a number of costs and benefits thatare quantifiable, measurable, and affect rates. After including these important variables andapplying sound analysis, they concluded the export credit rate should be much greater thanwhat Idaho Power concluded in its VODER study.
I encourage you to ask Idaho Power Company to redo the VODER study to include all factorsthat affect the price of customer generated solar power.
From:Stephen Wood ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 10:19:32 AM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
Solar PV is one great tool in our power generation toolbox, and we should encourage its adoption across our state.
The changes being proposed by Idaho Power are unfair to customers like our family who invested tens of thousands
of dollars in rooftop solar generation and who don't meet the strict and unfair qualifications to be "grandfathered" in.
The proposed rates by Idaho Power are a rug pull on the thousands of Idaho residents who invested their own money
in residential solar.
Idaho Power and residential PV owners should be partners but the proposed changes will damage that partnership
and stifle PV investment across our state. Please consider a fair rate plan that respects and benefits the investments
of both Idaho Power and residential PV customers.
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Stephen Wood
22717 Riley Ct
Middleton, ID 83644
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From:Jim Giuffre
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:Case #IPC-E-22-22 Comments on credit for rooftop solar
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 10:46:25 AM
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Good morning,My name is Jim Giuffre. I am an Idaho Power customer located at 352 Panorama Pl, Boise,ID 83702. I installed rooftop solar panels on my Boise, Idaho house almost one year ago tothe date. I made the rooftop solar investment at my expense (nearly $25,000) to do my part togenerate clean energy, not only for me, but to assist all Idaho Power customers, by returningexcess power generated to the Idaho Power grid. It's the right thing to do given the climatechallenges and rising energy costs related to Coal, heating oil, and other polluting forms ofenergy.
I was unable to attend the hearing in person. I have three key points I want to share with thePUC:
1. As an Idaho Power customer with rooftop solar I would like others to be able to takeadvantage of the benefits of renewable energy that I currently experience. I am helping IdahoPower reach their stated goal of supplying 100% renewable energy by 2045. Othercustomers will do the same if the credit per Kw/hr is fair and accurate.2. An investment in rooftop solar by Idaho Power (an appropriate credit for every rooftop solarKw hour generated by Idahoans who install rooftop solar), generates power for not onlythemselves, but for other Idahoans as well. This is a much better and cleanerinvestment/credit than continued investments in coal fired power plants, and otherpolluting forms of energy production. We need Idaho Power to lead the transition to solarand inspire and innovate their customers to embrace the future of clean energy production. 3. Please ensure that the results of any study take into account up to date information andmethodologies that fairly value the benefits of distributed renewable generation. I havereviewed the results of 2 different studies and their conclusions are diametrically different. Idaho Power's study comes up with a Kw/hr credit of $3.8 cents, and an independent study byCrossborder Energy comes up with $18.3 cents per Kw/hr. I trust the PUC to wade throughthese studies using scientific methodology to determine what the proper credit rate should befor rooftop solar owners/providers.
Thank you for your listening, holding the public hearing and giving us an opportunity tocomment.Sincerely, Jim Giuffre
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To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:Notice: A comment was submitted to PUCWeb
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 12:00:06 PM
The following comment was submitted via PUCWeb:
Name: Loretta Cummins
Submission Time: Nov 4 2022 11:21AMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 3845 Baja Way
Boise, ID 83709
Name of Utility Company: IDAHO POWER
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "IPUC is mandated to govern for the best interest of Idaho and it's citizens. - Idaho and the federal government believe it is in the best of the state and nation to lower carbon
emissions. The respective government have encouraged citizens to part of this movement by monatary incentives for solar installation. -Ferderalgovernment has also given millions to
Idaho Power to help move away from carbon burning fuels for energy. Idaho Power is a For-Profit company with a goal of shareholder profit. There goals do not align with the IPUC
mandates. - Idaho Power study was bias, flawed. - Idaho Power study if adopted is designed to dis-incentivize citizen owned solar and effectively killing Idaho's and the federal direction of
promoting solar. RECOMMENDATION -Reject Idaho Power's Bias and Flawed study. -Codify the existing Net Metering Rules as the standard for Idaho. -Require Idaho Power to
blend their business model to fit the desired goals of Idaho and the federal government in moving away from carbon burning fuels. Thank You for listening. "
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From:Alex McKinley
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 12:41:45 PM
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Comments: IPC-E-22-22
I appreciate the ability to speak to the commissioners last night and wanted to keep my
comments short so as to allow time for others to speak as well. A few additional comments I
wanted to make are as follows…

A portion of this study that was not discussed as thoroughly as other aspects was the section
related to netting periods. This will be an important aspect of rate design as it will have
significant impact on the pricing signals Idaho Power sends to customers with on-site
generation.

I feel that it is important to send the right pricing signals so as to encourage the desired
behavior from customers. It seems reasonable to not set the netting interval smaller than the
intervals where pricing changes. For example, Idaho Power’s current billing structure has 2
pricing intervals, summer and non-summer with summer pricing being higher that non-
summer pricing. Netting during summer and non-summer respectively could give two export
credit categories with a summer credit being worth a little more than a non-summer credit.
This would signal to on-site generators that summer electricity was more valuable than non-
summer electricity and encourage them to export more during that time period. If however,
the netting period were smaller than the pricing period and on-site generators lost value for
the electricity they exported due to the smaller netting window, they would be incentivized to
not export electricity and instead over-consume in order to retain the most value from their
production. As a number of folks mentioned during the hearing, this is easily done by turning
up AC/running a dishwasher or dryer/charging an electric vehicle/etc… during peak electricity
production times (which frequently coincide with peak summer demand). If consumption
pricing intervals were to change and Idaho Power added on-peak and off-peak times,
weekdays vs. weekends, etc… then netting intervals could be set to match.

In general it will be important to use netting and pricing intervals that customers can react to
(real-time and hourly are probably too small for that) and set export credits that are not so
low that they discourage electricity conservation during peak demand times.

Customer-owned distributed generation and utilities can work together and the outcomes can
be positive for the utility company, customers without on-site generation, and customers with
on-site generation. However, this is a different model of generation and distribution than has
been the norm for the last 100+ years, so it isn’t too surprising that a company like Idaho
Power is slow to embrace it. Change can be hard for all of us, even when it leads to positive
outcomes. I hope the PUC will take this opportunity to nudge Idaho Power in the direction of a
more reliable, resilient, affordable, and modern grid by not accepting this study as it currently
stands.

Thank you for taking the time to listen to everyone, understanding that it takes
substantial time and energy for the average person to be involved in these proceedings, and
considering this case and the impacts it will have on the modernization of our energy
infrastructure in Idaho.

Alex McKinley
Idaho Power customer
Boise, ID
From:Jake
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Comment Submission
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 1:05:57 PM
Attachments:Jacob Theisen IPC-E-22-22.pdf
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Hi,
Please see attached comment regarding IPC-E-22-22.
If this is not sufficient for addition to the public record please let me know.
Kind regards,
Jacob Theisen17132 N Wylie Pl, Nampa, ID 83687208-841-2388
IDAHO PUBLIC
UTILITIES COMMISSION Customer Hearing
tPC-E-22-22
Boiser ldaho
1U312022
COMMENT FORM
Please use the space below to file a comment in this case. Add extra sheets as needed.
You may either hand this sheet to a commission staff member or mail it to:
IPUC, PO Box 83720, Boise,ID 83720-0074
You may also post comments on our website:
https ://www.puc.idaho. gov/
Click on the "Case Comment Form" link
Please note that when submitting a comment in a current case, the comment constitutes a public record under
Idaho Code 7 4- I 01 (1 3) . All information you provide is available for public and media inspection and may be
reviewed by the utility.
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Address
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Phone Number
City and State Zip Code
Case Number IPC-E-22-22
Jacob & Dorothy Theisen, 17132 N Wylie Place, Nampa ID 83687 Idaho Power customer - 10.2 kW rooftop solar 2020.
1. We made a significant financial investment in roof top solar to reduce our carbon footprint by consuming and providing clean renewable solar energy to our neighbors and to Idaho power.
2. We feel that Idaho Power should honor it's commitment to purchase our clean energy that was in effect at the time we made the decision to install rooftop solar. At the time we were lead to believe that Idaho power supported the move to renewable clean sustainable energy but it is clear now that they seek only short term greedy financial gain based on biased incomplete data.
3. The need for clean renewable energy is greater now than ever before and just as rooftop solar begins to really gain momentum Idaho Power proposes a significant roadblock that will effectively kill the momentum. The timing is nefarious and clearly implies that Idaho Power wants to monopolize power generation with no regard to the impact on the environment or the community it services. Purely greed driven, using incomplete biased data, to justify under paying for the clean green energy available to their grid through significant investments made by individual home owners.
4. I urge the PUC to recognize that Idaho Power's greed driven short term financial gain and monopolization will ultimately lead to grid failure due to the ever increasing population and the much needed environmentally driven move to Electric Vehicles. I submit that Idaho Power is so short term sighted that it will forgo great financial gain from having a large rooftop solar base providing clean inexpensive energy that can be sold, can stabilize the grid, insure power for all, significantly reduce dependence on carbon based energy and reduce grid investment and maintenance while being environmentally responsible.
From:Michael Engle
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:Portneuf Resource Council comments on Case Number IPC-E-22-22
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 1:19:58 PM
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PRC Final Comments to IPUC on the IPC VODER study re IPC-E-22-22.pdf
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Greetings,
The attached pdf and included as text in this email, are the comments from the PortneufResource Council regarding IPC-E-22-22.
Thank you for the opportunity to input on this important case before the Idaho PUC.
Sincerely,Mike EngleChair, Portneuf Resource Council208 284 3825
November 4, 2022
Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
This letter is concerning Idaho Power’s (IPC) Value of Distributed Energy Resources (VODER)
study, case number IPC-E-22-22. I am writing on behalf of the Portneuf Resource Council
(PRC).
The Portneuf Resource Council is a non-profit organization that promotes clean energy andclean water in Southeast Idaho. PRC is a local chapter of the Western Organization ofResource Councils. WORC has more than 18,000 members and 37 chapters across 7 westernRocky Mountain States. PRC has about 50 members and has more than 300 clean energysupporters in Southeast Idaho who follow PRC’s clean energy campaigns. In 2019, PRCorganized the Solarize Pocatello campaign which resulted in more than 80 residential solarinstallations in our region.
PRC acknowledges and applauds Idaho Power’s commitment to 100% renewable energy by
2045. Further we commend Idaho Power’s plan to offer clean energy options to customers
who may not have the means or ability to add onsite clean energy generation and in general,
we support the concept of Idaho Power’s Clean Energy Your Way program.
Idahoans who want to install solar deserve to receive a fair and equitable rate for the excessenergy exported to the grid and similarly, Idaho Power should receive a fair and equitable
amount for that power. The Idaho Power “Value of Distributed Energy Resources” (VODER)study finds the value of residential solar to be near the wholesale rate and it is clear theyintend to use the results of this study to propose significantly reducing the export credit rate. The independent Crossborder Energy study, funded by an alliance of Idaho non-profitorganizations including PRC, finds the value of distributed energy resources in Idaho to benearly double the retail rate for electricity.
The difference in these studies is in the details used to arrive at the actual values. PRC believesthat the Idaho Power study’s base assumptions use old and/or flawed data and that theCrossborder study used more current data, better base assumptions, and better methodology. Nationally, there have been numerous studies of the value of distributed energy resources. Governmental organizations, academia, and non-profit organizations who conduct thesestudies have found the value of distributed energy resources to be at or even significantlyabove the retail rate. The Crossborder Study, specific to Idaho and conducted by reputableindustry consultants, arrives at a similar conclusion.
This large discrepancy needs to be resolved before the Idaho Public Utilities Commission (PUC)approves the VODER study and paves the way for dramatic net metering rate changes forIdaho residents. PRC strongly recommends the Idaho PUC reject the VODER study andfacilitate a process to resolve the differences in the two studies. PRC encourages the PUC staffand commissioners to take a hard look at the data, assumptions, and methodology of bothstudies to find the best value that is fair, credible, and equitable to all parties. It is importantthat the assessed value be as fair and accurate as possible. The results of this study will set thestage for the future of distributed energy resources in Idaho.
Thank-you for your consideration of these points regarding the VODER study.
Sincerely,
Mike Engle
Chair, Portneuf Resource Council
208 284 3825

From:Stephen Schowengerdt ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 1:54:30 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Stephen Schowengerdt
P.O. Box 384
Bellevue, ID 83313
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From:Sonya Crum ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 1:58:04 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
Boise has over 300 full sun days per year, please recommend solar power as we need clean air and we cannot
continue to rely on fossil fuels due to global warming.
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Sonya Crum
4747 W Sage Glenn Ct
Garden City, ID 83714
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From:Elizabeth Rodgers ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
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Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 2:00:19 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
Why would we try to downsize our access to solar? If this is how we intend to move forward, what does it matter if
it's private or through Idaho Power? The most important thing is not to dissuade people from accessing solar -- even
on their own. Why create financial disincentives? Makes no sense.
Idaho Power tried to reduce solar export credit rates from the current 8-10 ?/kWh to nearly 2 ?/kWh in 2019, which
would discourage customer solar ownership. It?s now using this new study to justify that proposed decrease. Why?
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Elizabeth Rodgers
2855 North Mountain Road
Boise, ID 83702
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From:Blake Holmes ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 2:03:02 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
As Idaho power customer, a recent Roof top solar owner, and an employee of the solar industry here in Idaho. I have
a unique opportunity to sit face to face with hundreds of homeowner who want more control over their utility cost,
more reliability, and freedom from a monthly bill. These fellow citizens care deeply about their neighbors and want
to make clean energy a WIN - WIN for them and Idaho power, they recognize the need Idaho power has to be
profitable but also a desire for enjoy the freedom of choice to generate their own power! My biggest concern if you
were to change net metering are the 1,000's of homeowners that have gone solar in the last 3 years that would be
effected the most, Give the solar industry a deadline and have a clearly defined net meter policy change by a certain
date.
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Blake Holmes
17443 N flagstaff Way
Nampa, ID 83687
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From:Nathan McLean ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 2:04:15 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
Solar is the future of a healthy society.
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Nathan McLean
6197 S Basalt Trail Pl
Boise, ID 83716
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From:Russ Thurow ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 2:06:19 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
Dear PUC Members:
Please ensure that rooftop and other residential solar panels remain accessible to Idaho homeowners.
Ignore Idaho Powers misguided attempts to make environmentally beneficial solar power less accessible.
Thank You,
Russ Thurow
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Russ Thurow
3 Boots Road
Salmon, ID 83467
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From:Scott Burlingame ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 2:07:41 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
We spent $28 thousand, minus tax credits, to get solar for our home. In the summer, during the hottest part of the
day, we export 15 to 20 Kwh to our neighbors and fellow Idaho Power customers. During the hottest months of the
year we provide power just when the system most needs it. Significantly our contribution requires no investment or
upgrade on the part of Idaho Power. We could build more power plants and generate more green house gases, or we
could support citizens investing in their and their community's clean air future. We know the future with every
higher temperatures. It is time for the PUC to take a defintive stand for a better future.
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Scott Burlingame
3520 Kingswood Drive
Boise, ID 83704
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From:Ted Singletary ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 2:15:52 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
As an Idaho Power shareholder I am interested in the financial viability of the company, but the current proposal
does not represent a fair price for the electricity that will be generated. Factoring in the long term costs of climate
change as well as the savings in generator construction produce a much higher return for home owners. This will
also help move the grid to a distributed model that is more stable and less susceptible to major disruptions, including
cyber attacks or sabotage.
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Ted Singletary
3754 N Sanada Way
Boise, ID 83702
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From:Zach Trussell ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 2:18:31 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
Solar is a huge part of the community and allows for diversity from monopolized entities who control services used
by everyone.
This same request was brought forward back in 2019, and had requirements of fair and creditable studies completed
before justification of any changes to the net metering program. That study has not been completed in its entirety.
The PUC should reject this request as was done in 2019 for lack of evidence towards the need for a change in net
metering rate structuring.
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Zach Trussell
6342 N Park Meadow Way
Boise, ID 83709
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From:Andrew Li ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 2:20:29 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
Hello PUC members, I was at the hearing last night but was not able to stay to make a statement. Thanks for taking
the time to lesson to our concerns regarding Idaho Power?s study on solar. I?m Idaho Power customer and a rooftop
solar owner.
When a company conducts an internal study with no independent review, there will be bias and their study is a
perfect example of that.
Idaho power is a monopoly and will do whatever it takes to maximizes its profit while minimizing operating cost.
By undervaluing and adjusting the kilowatt rate produced by rooftop solar they are basically stealing from solar
generating customers who puts forth their hard earned money to install these systems.
The PUC has an obligation to protect the public as a whole as decreed in its title. You?re our only stop gap from
preventing Idaho power from becoming a true monopoly by rejecting their study and request that they give all
rooftop solar customers a 1:1 credit for excess power generation.
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Andrew Li
2301 W Hillway Dr
Boise, ID 83702
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From:David Gallipoli ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 2:24:26 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first need
a fair study.
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
David Gallipoli
200 Scott St
McCall, ID 83638
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From:Richard Hallock ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 2:25:46 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Richard Hallock
2102 West Jefferson Street
Boise, ID 83702
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From:Joseph G Smyth IV ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 2:28:22 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
I would like to add my support for the power companies rewarding rooftop solar.
Why would the power company do anything else - Given the effects of 'Global Warming' are getting worse on a
daily basis.
The power companies are supposed to be focusing on providing power, not making a profit. For sure they need to
pay their bills, but beyond that they need to make rooftop solar common place.
If they are concerned that they have excess power storage problems, they need to solve that problem by installing
large battery storage blocks used to store excess power.
Joseph Smyth, Garden City
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Joseph G Smyth IV
406 East 49th Street
Garden City, ID 83714
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From:Kristine Cox ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 2:29:37 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
Our resources are precious. My grandson is precious. There is nothing you debate here. Clean planet=healthy,
happy kids. We ALL win!
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Kristine Cox
205 East 325 North
Blackfoot, ID 83221
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From:Sue Skinner
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:Case number IPC-E-22-22
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 2:30:22 PM
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Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Idaho Power proposal to reduce credit payments
for dispersed independent solar power generation. I am against Idaho Power’s reductions to
credits/reimbursements to residential solar customers. These reductions are a disincentive for all
future solar projects by individual residences, small businesses, farms and public cities, counties and
universities.

I believe that the Idaho Power study did not use accurate assumptions and therefore should not be
given much weight nor validity in the IPUC decision. The fact that Idaho Power did not hire an
unbiased knowledgeable third party should give the IPUC pause as to public integrity. Any
semblance of a conflict of interest diminishes public trust. The outside study and report funded by
several trusted conservation groups which reflects more accurate assumptions and true fair values
for credits and payment to residential solar customers should be the focus of the IPUC for their
decision.

I support the goal of Idaho Power for 100 percent renewable energy by 2045. But when I see Idaho
Power proposing disincentives to expansion of solar power, I question whether this goal is sincere or
just green washing. Idaho Power as a pseudo public entity regulated by the IPUC has the obligation,
as such, to hold the public’s trust. As a monopoly and large corporation, it is easy to falter in
maintaining high public trust and have one side of the corporation advocating reductions and
disincentives towards renewables and another advocating 100 percent renewable energy by 2045
goals. This internal inconsistency needs to be solved through leadership and transparency with the
public and the IPUC needs to ensure this happens. The public’s trust is in the IPUC’s hands.

After attending the hearing in Pocatello, several issues were raised that I agree with.
-That the 100kw credit cap is a disincentive for agriculture to be part of the solution during peak
demands and help with rolling blackouts. Eliminating this cap with graduated pricing could be the
solution.
-That the solar industry is developing into high paying jobs with good benefits and allows young
people to stay in Idaho to work locally is a solution to young people leaving Idaho for jobs that can
raise a family.
-That if this reduction in credits/payments is passed, several folks who just installed solar on their
roofs who were unaware of Idaho Power’s proposal will be left in financial trouble. That the financial
risk is weighted towards individuals when Idaho Power should be providing incentives for more
residential and small business solar installations and share the financial risk. Each installation needs
to have incentives that are financially viable and Idaho Power should value these by thinking of each
installation as an energy “pod” or “Neighborhood” that is contributing to the grid and their 2045
goal.
-That if this reduction goes through, there are solar customers ready to share their extra power who
will go off grid with batteries. This would defeat the whole purpose of net metering and helping
reduce our carbon footprint through solar installations that share power. This defeats community
and a sense of being a part of something bigger than ourselves.

The risk to Idaho Power is high if the public trust is diminished and if newer solar high tech jobs falter
or fail. Large corporate change is hard and as a monopoly and large ship, great leadership is needed
now to steer Idaho Power towards meeting their 2045 goal for renewables. Disincentives are not
the direction to go. More incentives towards a future of non-renewables IS the direction needed.

Thank you for allowing me to comment and I am an Idaho Power customer.
Sue Skinner
PO Box 4024
Pocatello Idaho 83205

From:Stacie Poletasio ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 2:31:37 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
I now have solar panels which support 100% of my electricity to make use of a renewable clean energy in a location
that has great solar. The cost to implement solar is expensive and to not get credit for supplying clean energy and
using it is totally insane. For Idaho Power to want to lessen the amount per solar credit is very political and should
be seen as a bad thing politically and personally for all users!
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Stacie Poletasio
9797 E Sandy Point Lane
Boise, ID 83716
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From:David Whitacre ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 2:32:08 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
Dear members of the IPUC:
I urge you to reject Idaho Power's recent study in which they propose to massively cut the rate they pay to owners of
home solar systems for excess energy they produce and export to the grid. The study by Crossborder Energy points
out Idah Power's use of old, inaccurate data, numerous methodological errors, and poor assumptions which, taken
together, completely invalidates the Idaho Power study. At best it is a poorly done study--at worst it is an attempt to
mislead and dishonestly stack the financial deck in Idaho Power's favor. If Idaho Power's proposed payment rates to
private power producers are allowed, this will greatly impede the much-needed growth of privately-produced solar
power in Idaho. In reality, owners of private solar systems are benefiting Idaho Power by helping avoid the
construction of additional power sources. They should be applauded, not cheated.
Respectfully,
David Whitacre, Boise
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
David Whitacre
5567 W. Clearview Ct.
Boise, ID 83703
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From:Makaila Runnels ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 2:33:10 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
Good afternoon-
I am the permit tech for Idahome Solar. Before working for them, I did not fully understand why solar was crucial to
the environment/ trending in Idaho. Now that I have submitted over 300 + solar applications , I can now say I
understand the push for solar.
Outside of solar allowing homeowners to take ownership of their Idaho Power bill, it is eco-friendly. It reduces the
amount of gas emissions that are going into the atmosphere along with mitigating climate change which in turn not
only protects us, but the wildlife around us. Solar is going to prolong the future of our families that are here, and yet
to come.
Please understand that the whole reason homeowner's should receive a power bill reduction is because it is in turn
saving our environment. Instead of paying for gas masks in the near future because we cannot breathe, we are saving
this money on the front end by having the freedom "own our power". Solar saves lives. Please reconsider your
decision.
Thank you
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Makaila Runnels
6149 North Meeker Place Suite 110
Boise, ID 83713
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From:James Van Dinter ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 2:33:29 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
We request that the PUC reject the Idaho Power document that the company calls a study and accept in its place the
independent study by Crossborder Energy. The Idaho Power product is a public relations statement that starts with
the company's position and provides data that supported it. The Crossborder Energy study did the research in all
five areas that the commission asked Idaho Power to look at and came to radically different conclusions.
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
James Van Dinter
12088 W. Tidewater Dr.
Boise, ID 83713
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From:Jennifer Mellon ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 2:35:14 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
Having affordable solar is vital to residents and the environment. By using a flawed study Idaho Power wants to
gain while citizens will suffer. I was planning to add solar in the near future and will be unreasonably financially
burdened if the PUC chooses to listen to the flawed study and make solar more expensive. Please do not let Idaho
Power do this to residents and the environment for their own financial gain.
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Jennifer Mellon
2601 W. Pleasanton Avenue
Boise, ID 83702
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From:Avery Gaffney ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 2:44:33 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
It is imports at that we encourage affordable solar power especially in this time, as prices rise around the world.
Especially with other countries with the primary energy resources we rely on begin to tighten their hold on us. We
need to allow our self's the ability to provide for our self's and take hold of the resources we have.
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Avery Gaffney
3428 N Bunchberry W
Boise, ID 83704
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From:Robert Phelps ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 2:49:07 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
My wife and I made the decision to install solar panel on our house this summer. The primary reasons we decided to
incur the costs of installing solar panels are, being lifelong Idaho residents we have seen the snow accumulation that
produces hydro-electric power diminish over the years and the idea of being able to produce clean energy for our
own use and other for any excess we produce has has always had an appeal. With the ongoing drought and growth in
Idaho Powers service area it doesn't make any sense that Idaho Power would view rooftop solar owners as the
competition. I see it as a partnership. I am all for Idaho Power maintaining profitability but their study is not ?fair
and credible? as required by the PUC as it does not include environmental and climate factors. I suggest that the
independent study by Crossborder energy be used as an example as fair study on the impact and benefits of having
customer-owned solar power.
Thank you,
Robert Phelps
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Robert Phelps
4449 S Dazzle Ave
Meridian, ID 83642
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From:Mary Lou Hall ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 2:50:00 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
We want solar and deserve solar energy now! For Idaho and the planet it is the way of our future!
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Mary Lou Hall
6336 W. Parapet Ct
Boise, ID 83703
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From:Willis McAleese ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 2:50:04 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
Everyone should support Solar-especially US Corporate entities!
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Willis McAleese
2812 Via Valdarno
Pocatello , ID 83201
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From:Tamara A Harrison ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 2:52:53 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
There is so much that needs to be done to help our planet we need to l work together to make this happen its not the
time to be being all about the money
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Tamara A Harrison
1591zener St Apt C3
Pocatello , ID 83201
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From:Anna Yocom ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 2:54:56 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Anna Yocom
406 S 13th St
Boise, ID 83702
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From:Samuel Dahlin ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 2:55:19 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
Hello, I am requesting that you reject Idaho Power's solar study to protect fair solar rates. Idaho Power?s study fails
to accurately account for the environmental benefits that solar provides, and it uses biased data that supports Idaho
Power?s financial interests.
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Samuel Dahlin
4303 W Plum St
Boise, ID 83703
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From:Ruby Bollinger ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 2:58:09 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
Please consider all impacts of this study. There is much at stake here, homeowners need to have access to fair
compensation rates for the power they contribute to the grid. The environmental impacts of this study are
detrimental for the future of sustainable energy in Idaho.
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Ruby Bollinger
514 N Walnut St
Boise, ID 83712
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From:Sherepta McLeod ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 2:58:55 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
I am Sherepta McLeod, I am an Idaho Power customer, I have a solar array on the roof of my house. I has a 4.5kw
system installed in December 2020. i noticed an imbalance with my Solar Power system information on production
and Idaho Powers information.
I contacted Idaho Power on December 13, 2021; the CSR said something about my totals would be different since
they counted hourly consumption and my bill did not reflect that.
If Idaho Power is using a system of accounting that does not balance the billing, production, and use data; what are
they doing? How can you trust the information they have submitted?
I have a pivot table and a spreadsheet for support.
Thank you for your time.
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Sherepta McLeod
1908 N Lawndale Dr
Meridian, ID 83646
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From:Craig Fournier ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 3:03:08 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
Hello
I have had a roof-top solar system for almost 2 years, and my last 6 months, I have paid $5.16 per month for my
power (that will change this month as we have less sunshine) bill. During the warmer months, I commute to work
on my e-bike, and charge it up everyday with my solar. So solar is not only benefiting my pocketbook, but also my
transportation cost. Even though I already know the benefits of solar (and how my extra power I do not use helps
electrify our grid with RENEWABLE energy), folks in Idaho that are thinking about solar should have access to fair
compensation for their extra power they produce. There are around 734,000 homes in Idaho...just think of the
benefits to our our climate and environment (and the excess power they create for Idaho Power) if just HALF of
those homes had access to solar. If Idaho home owners had a better compensation rate, more Idahoans would get
solar.
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Craig Fournier
1725 SW 2ND AVE
Fruitland, ID 83619
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From:Shirley Van Zandt ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 3:04:23 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
I have solar on my house which I have paid for. I have added to the grid and really have received nothing for this
contribution. I would like to add more panels but there is no incentive to do so.
By lowering my compensation for power i have created you have really taken away any incentive to add to clean
energy source
S and to protect our climate and environment.
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Shirley Van Zandt
1513 N 17th St
Boise, ID 83702
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From:Robert Chumley ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 3:07:52 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
I have Solar power and it is awesome. Idaho power made agreement with its customers they need to stick to there
word and stop trying to change the rules . Shame on you Idaho Power.
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Robert Chumley
4924 Roy Drive
Nampa , ID 83686
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From:Josh Hodges ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 3:08:29 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
Idaho Power is essentially a lifetime rental contract. We have no choice to to sign up with them for Power in the
valley, that bill goes up a little each year and we will all pay it until the day we die. We create excess power with
solar during the summer, and if they would charge peak use rates, then we would make good money selling our
excess power at those rates, and then buying it at lower rates in the winter like Idaho power does. Changing this
program will also change behavior. If I'm going to get a weak rate for my solar, then I will just find a way to waste it
on myself by super cooling my house or putting in a hot tub so that it has a direct benefit to me vs. giving it back to
Idaho Power for 2/3 less value. Other states and the Fed. Gov. are incentivizing people to go Solar, and we have to
worry yet again that Idaho Power is going to make it worse for us. They profit millions every year, they don't need
to destroy this program.
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Josh Hodges
1217 E Trophy St
Kuna, ID 83634
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From:Mary Summers ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 3:14:10 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
Idaho Power solar study is skewed to undervalue homeowner solar power to increase profits for their investors. Let?
s agree on a fair study and compensation for Idaho homeowners.
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Mary Summers
2515 N 30th St
Boise, ID 83703
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From:Heywood Williams ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 3:19:18 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
My electric bill went from over 100 a month to under 25. I bought my solar from a private company and really got
shafted. I'm glad I have it, but wish IP would put overage on next month.
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Heywood Williams
401 E 16th St
Burley, ID 83318
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From:Susan Chaloupka ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 3:20:08 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Susan Chaloupka
1117 North 19th St
Boise, ID 83702
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From:John Segar ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 3:22:41 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
It makes no sense and makes me mad to know that idaho power and the state of idaho are putting in place pricing
disincentives for homeowner solar panels given the exponential growth in the area. I would vote with my feet
except I'd power has a monopoly in my area.
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
John Segar
3109 s crossfield way
Boise, ID 83706
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From:PUCWeb Notification
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:Notice: A comment was submitted to PUCWeb
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 11:00:07 AM
The following comments were submitted via PUCWeb:
Name: Stephen Wood
Submission Time: Nov 4 2022 10:59AMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 22717 Riley Ct
Middleton, ID 83644
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "I strongly urge the PUC to reconsider the proposed rate changes to residentialsolar. Investment in solar should be seen as a partnership between the customers and the
utility, and the rate changes would severely damage that investment. Like many customers, Iinvested nearly $40k in rooftop solar. My goal was to have local power generation and
resiliency. I see my relationship with Idaho Power as a partnership that benefits both of us--wepaid for the initial investment and Idaho Power customers benefit from our excess generation
of clean energy. The current system is fair to both parties, but the proposed changes woulddramatically undervalue the financial investment from customers. And the grandfather cut-off
date is too far back, leaving many customers like myself in the dark after significantinvestment. And we're not rich, the investment was made after careful consideration of power
costs under the existing rate plan. Please reconsider these rate changes. Together we can havea partnership that invests in solar as one of many great power generation options for Idaho.
Thank you for your consideration."
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Name: Leah VictorinoSubmission Time: Nov 4 2022 10:42AM
Email: [e-mail]: 208-850-0353
Address: 2112 W. Madison Ave.Boise, ID 83702
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "Although I was not able to attend the PUC hearing in person, I want to make sure
that the PUC understands how important it is to take into account the growing number ofIdaho Power customers who contribute to our energy security by investing in solar on their
homes and businesses. We are Idaho Power customers who have had solar on our home since2015 and have recently augmented our array by 300%. As growth and density in our area rise,
our family chose to invest in solar because we realize the value provided by renewable energy for our household and as well as our neighbors. The power we generate is part of the greater
energy solution, both today and in the long term, because we provide clean energy during peak demand times. Idaho Power continues to lag in applying assessment tools and methods that
measure a true, fair, and accurate value on solar. It is only right to use independent, third-party evaluations devoid of special interests in the decision-making process. Idaho Power has an
enormous responsibility in providing electricity that is consistent and reliable, but by continuously devaluing solar customers' contribution, they are missing a grand opportunity to
utilize residential solar generation within their system. I urge the PUC to listen to the thousands of Idaho Power customers who choose clean energy for their household, to treat
these customers fairly in regard to our investments and contributions to the grid, and to encourage forward thinking to promote green energy in our state. Thank you, Leah Hess
Victorino Boise, Idaho Residential solar homeowner/Idaho Power customer"
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Name: Rachel LevitchSubmission Time: Nov 4 2022 10:18AM
Email: [e-mail]: 208-869-4301
Address: 1315 N. 26 th StBoise, ID 83702
Name of Utility Company: FMRI
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "Idaho Power should continue to buy energy from rooftop solar generators. As a
customer of Idaho Power for 40 years, it is Idaho Power's responsibility to the next generation of Idahoans, and to its current customers, to support clean energy. I cannot get solar panels
due to tree coverage in North End but am willing to support clean energy programs. It is important to continue to support these programs and develop them further for the future of
Idaho. "
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From:PUCWeb Notification
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:Notice: A comment was submitted to PUCWeb
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 2:00:07 PM
The following comments were submitted via PUCWeb:
Name: Walker Grimshaw
Submission Time: Nov 4 2022 1:43PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 1501 S Michigan Ave
Boise, ID 83706
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power Company
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "In weighing whether or how to change the compensation structure between IdahoPower and rooftop solar customers, IPUC needs to account for the environmental, societal,
and public health benefits of installing solar rather than using fossil fuels to generate any ofthe electricity used in Idaho. The VODER study does not include environmental costs avoided
by the installation of rooftop solar, and its justification for not including these costs is wrongand chosen because it would greatly increase the price of solar energy that Idaho Power
purchases from rooftop solar owners. Regardless of IPUC's decision in this case, the datebefore which rooftop solar owners are grandfathered into the old rate structure must be moved
to when the IPUC issues its decision. Just as Idaho Power would like regulatory certainty inthis matter to make decisions during this very long and drawn out process, Idaho Power
customers and individual people deserve some level of certainty about how they will becompensated for the electricity they produce. Keeping this compensation structure up in the air
for multiple years has doubtlessly decreased the installation of rooftop solar in Idaho during atime when we should be installing as much solar capacity as possible and while demand is so
high. IPUC should be doing everything in its power to increase the installation of renewableenergy throughout the state of Idaho, whether that is rooftop solar, community solar, or large
industrial solar projects."
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Name: Tyler VictorinoSubmission Time: Nov 4 2022 1:56PM
Email: [e-mail]: 208-794-9109
Address: 2112 W. Madison Ave.Boise, ID 83702
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "I am unable to attend the hearing in person, but as an Idaho Power customer I
want to let the PUC know that I am concerned that by using outdated data and methodologieswhich undervalue distributed generation, Idaho Power has not produced a study that fairly
values electricity exported by customers with solar generation. I urge the PUC to listen topublic input and ensure that electricity generated by residential and business customers is is
compensated accurately. Distributed generation benefits both customers with solar and theirneighbors without, as it helps reduce demand at peak times and increases the amount of clean
energy on the grid. I would like us to develop a modern, reliable, and resilient grid, anddistributed solar is an important part of that transition. If solar generation is not fairly valued,
customer investment in distributed generation will be reduced and all customers will beharmed in the long run. I ask the PUC to not support Idaho Power’s study as it currently stands
and instead work towards a fair and balanced study of the value of exported electricity, as wasoriginally required by the PUC. As an Idaho Power customer with solar on my home, I would
like others to be able to take advantage of the benefits of renewable energy that I currentlyexperience. My electricity costs will be predictable and affordable in the long run and I am
helping Idaho Power reach their stated goal of supplying 100% renewable energy by 2045. Acost/benefit analysis that does not accurately value distributed generation will unfairly impact
future rates for customers with solar and will slow the adoption of renewable energy. Pleaseensure that the results of this study are not guided only by the utility company's interests, but
instead by taking into account up to date information and methodologies that fairly value thebenefits of distributed renewable generation to neighboring customers and the grid in general.
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Name: Scott ReaganSubmission Time: Nov 4 2022 1:15PM
Email: [e-mail]: 208-450-3372
Address: 13266 Norwood RoadDonnelly, ID 83615
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "Living in central Idaho, I unfortunately do not have a choice from whom I
purchase electricity. Idaho Power is my only option. There is no free market to create urgencyand improvements from utilities for consumers to benefit. To make choice for myself, I have
invested a great deal in solar and battery storage to be as ecologically friendly and selfsufficient as possible with regards to my energy consumption. My investment is good for me,
my neighbors, the grid, the country, humanity, and yes, even Idaho Power. I am sympatheticto the fact that Idaho Power is a business (albeit a monopoly) and that their old business model
is in danger going forward. They are not a charity. That said, instead of innovating on theirbusiness model and embracing the opportunity they have to incentivize customer power
generation and storage to realize the aforementioned benefits, they are fighting it to protecttheir old business model, which is ultimately short-sited for them and their customers. With no
free-market to choose from, Idaho Power is using their monopolistic position to protect theirentrenched business. Because of this it’s up to the IPUC to unfortunately force Idaho Power to
do the right thing. At a bare minimum, Idaho Power should strictly follow the IPUC’srecommendation to research and document specific reasons and justification for rate changes
to net metering. It appears Idaho Power has been operating in bad faith on this point. And more broadly - without competition, it’s entirely reasonable to expect that that IPUC zooms
out and forces Idaho Power to enact policies that are in the long term best interest of consumers and society. What kind of net metering rates and products would a competitive
utility offer? What are other state utilities doing? If they can do it there, why can’t Idaho? First principles says that Idaho Power could in fact be innovating much more if they were forced to.
Without competition this needs to come from the IPUC proper. Thank you."
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Name: Lynne JellumSubmission Time: Nov 4 2022 1:39PM
Email: [e-mail]: 208-949-4988
Address: 5552 W. Chandra Ln. Boise, ID 83705
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "I am just an average citizen, Trying to do the right thing by installing solar panels
about a year ago. I wanted to do my part in trying to help save out planet and at the same time help minimize or stabilize my electric bill as I approach retirement age. With the current solar
credit system, I am breaking even with my investment in a rooftop solar system. I am happy with that. That is what I expected. What I am not happy about is having the credit rules change
AFTER the installation. I feel there should have been full disclosure given to me before I made this decision. I feel I will potentially be penalized for trying to do the right thing and end
up paying more than the average customer. After listening to all of the testimony given at last nights hearing, I am even more disenchanted with Idaho Power. They are not considering all
the aspects of what their proposal will mean to our community or our pocketbooks. They are ONLYconcerned with the dividends paid to their shareholders. Idaho Power Ihas duped the
public into believing they are leading the charge to reduce carbon emissions! feel they also have a public duty to step up and contribute to the health of our state and planet. IF you truly
find in Idaho Power’s favor and revamp the current solar credit system, I encourage you to make a full disclosure to the public with plenty of time for individuals to finish installations
and “grandfather” ALL of us in who have completed installations by that FUTURE date. Thank you. "
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From:PUCWeb Notification
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:Notice: A comment was submitted to PUCWeb
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 3:00:06 PM
The following comments were submitted via PUCWeb:
Name: Jake Heusinkveld
Submission Time: Nov 4 2022 2:31PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 3675 N Gramarcy Lane
Boise, ID 83703
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power Company
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "Hello, I'd like to submit comments on the referenced case. My wife and I installeda 26.7 kWh solar panel system on our home in Spring 2021. When we decided to install the
system, we did not weigh economic return to us as heavily as "it is the right thing to do". Withthe size of system we installed, we were more interested in doing our part to reduce our
environmental impact, provide additional power into the regional power grid and help insureour kids will have power in the future. Any financial return would be a bonus as far as we are
concerned. It is not about recouping a return on our investment of over $50,000. Of course,that we would receive a credit on our monthly power bills would be appreciated. Our concerns
with Idaho Power's proposal to reduce the amount of financial credit for the generation ofenergy is that it may become a dis-incentive for many Idahoans. The decision to install
residential solar production needs to consider the financial impacts as well as energyindependence, self reliance and environmental benefits. Reduction of a credit from IPC would
most likely put a chill on additional rooftop solar investments. I do not support IPC'sassessment that the value of residential solar is to be reduced. If anything, the credit value
should be increased to increase the installation of more rooftop solar. Another point that Iwould like to make is is that I feel that the IPUC should take a stronger stand in
managing/regulating IPC. While attending the IPUC public hearing in Boise on November 3,2022 I heard several comments from witnesses who referred to IPC's non-compliance to
IPUC's request to prepare a broad, multi-faceted study on the impacts of residential solargeneration in its service area. As one of the witnesses said, it sounded like IPC's report was
prepared more as a marketing pitch rather than a fact based, honest assessment of the currentsituation. I would seem as if IPC intentionally dismissed IPUC's instructions and instead
prepared a document which was weighted heavily in IPC's favor. What are IPUC's plansforgetting the type of document it demanded IPC to produce? It is time for IPUC to actively
act as regulators of IPC for the benefits of IPC's customers rather than IPC's shareholders.Thank you for your consideration."
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Name: Rosemary Smith
Submission Time: Nov 4 2022 2:27PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 1734 North Elk Road
POCATELLO, ID 83204
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "November 4, 2022 Dear IPUC commission, I applaud the efforts of the IPUC to hold public meetings to receive input on IPC-E-22-22. I attended the Pocatello meeting and
was impressed that NOT ONE SINGLE Idaho Power Customer advocated for the proposed Export Credit Rate of 2.8-4 cents/kwh! Current customers are clearly not aggrieved by the
concept of net-metering (1:1 export and import of energy credits). I urge you to consider who the proponents of this proposed rate structure are (Idaho Power shareholders?). I urge the
IPUC to not approve the proposed Idaho Power export credit rate of 2.8-4 cents/kwh. This is a rate reduction of 60% (from 8-10 cents/kwh) and would have the negative effect of taking
away opportunities for Idaho Power customers to contribute to the generation of renewable power and meeting the energy needs of themselves and their neighbors. Idaho Power itself has
set clean energy goals that can only be met by including rooftop solar! The study conducted by Idaho Power is seriously flawed as it did not follow the guidelines set by the IPUC. This alone
should be grounds for not accepting the proposal. By excluding the benefits of rooftop solar Idaho Power produced an export credit rate far below that which would be calculated if these
required benefits were included. An independent study that did follow the IPUC guidelines to include the benefits of rooftop solar suggested that an Export Credit Rate of 18.3 cents/kwh. I
urge the IPUC to consider the assumptions of each model, decide which one met the IPUC guidelines, and determine a path forward to calculate a FAIR and EQUITABLE Export Credit
Rate. Lastly, Idaho citizens have repeatedly asked the IPUC to consider the environmental, health, and climate implications of their decisions. The incentives to advance renewable
energy production and decrease our reliance on fossil fuels are multiplying at the state, federal, and global level. Setting a fair export credit rate is one tool in the IPUC toolbox to increase the
opportunity for investment that Idaho Power customers want to make in the energy generating infrastructure. The customers are an ASSET to Idaho Power- it’s customer money that
purchases, maintains, and insures the rooftop solar infrastructure! They should get a fair rate for their contribution to the energy grid. Thank you for listening and considering the input
from Idaho Power customers. Sincerely, Rosemary Smith "
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Name: Linda EngleSubmission Time: Nov 4 2022 2:38PM
Email: [e-mail]: 208-406-7633
Address: 340 S. 11th AvePocatello, ID 83201
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: PUC-E-22-22
Comment: " I would like to acknowledge and thank our utility companies in Idaho for
committing to 100% clean energy by 2045. I’d also like to thank the Commission for creating three hearings across the state. We have a solar system on our home and are fortunate enough
to have legacy net metering. But due to the increasing effects of our changing climate, we would like to see an expansion of renewable energy in Idaho in terms of residential distributed
power. As you know from the study done by Crossborder Energy, the value of distributed power can be as high as 18 cents/kWh or as low as the value given by Idaho Power’s VODER
study at 3 cents / KWh. Let’s consider the consequences of a low value of solar for businesses and families. Keeping Idaho businesses strong is, I believe, a responsibility of our Idaho Public
Utility Commission. A low value of solar will not do this. According to the EIA, Idaho utilities spend about 730 million dollars each year to import electricity that is generated out of state. In
addition, the great majority of our transportation fuels are imported from out of state. All these dollars leave the Idaho economy. Support for residential solar power gives Idahoans the
opportunity to not only power their homes and vehicles, but to keep those dollars right here in Idaho, strengthening our small business owners and Idaho’s economy. I believe the Idaho
Public Utility commission has a responsibility to protect Idaho families from unreasonable pricing, a low value of solar does not protect them. The IPUC should not allow a power
company to make distributed energy so expensive that only the richest can afford it. Ordinary citizens are forced to buy power from Idaho Power instead of installing their own solar which
would stabilize their power rates. Citizens should be allowed to choose their energy source. Furthermore, a low value of solar means financial hardship for homeowners who will have to
put three kwh on the grid to get one kwh back. Homeowners will have to size their systems larger, making them more expensive and extending the payback period for their investment.
This in turn will have a chilling effect on Idaho’s residential solar industry. I am asking that the Commission seriously consider the economic and financial implications and hardships that a
low value of solar will have on our Idaho families, businesses and the climate. The VODER study itself is a conflict of interest for Idaho power - they are not un-biased and stand to profit
greatly from a low value of solar. Please utilize an organization that can perform a third person independent study; an entity that has no financial stake in the game. I
believe the IPUC and Idaho Power should be incentivizing solar power. This is a moment in time that will make a difference for generations to come. Not just my children, but yours will
also be affected by the choices we make today. Please don’t kill residential solar in Idaho by accepting the VODER study without revision. "
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Name: Zachary Trussell
Submission Time: Nov 4 2022 2:34PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 6342 N Park Meadow Way
Boise, ID 83713
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "The PUC should strongly consider their judgement for the same request made by Idaho Power back in 2019. The ruling was that a study needed to performed with multiple
requirements that were not met with the study completed. I encourage those that are privileged to make a decision on this matter, to think of their decision on this back in 2019, and to think
of the public that it would effect, not just Idaho Power. We have a rapidly growing community, and a big decision like this in the wrong direction, could very easily lead to larger
issues and concerns for the public that uses the services provided by Idaho Power, as well as largely impact Idaho Powers ability to provide its very necessary services. Please Veto this
request like done in 2019, and until a fair and creditable study has been completed, keep the net metering program as is. Thank you!"
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Name: Ron ReaganSubmission Time: Nov 4 2022 2:42PM
Email: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 6331 N. Charleston Place
Boise, ID 83703
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPU-E-22-22
Comment: "Three years ago I invested in a rooftop solar and backup system. Why? Because it is the right thing to do for the environment and the future of my grandchildren. Recouping my
investment could be difficult as I’m well into my retirement years. But the example I set may convince a few people to join me in a small way to help save our planet. I attended last nights
meeting and listened to multiple testimonies. I just want the IPUC to analyze Idaho Powers recommendations on changing the net metering rates. They did not conduct a legitimate
analysis using IPUCs request. Instead they proposed a rate change to their financial benefit and not to the well being of all of its customers. I ask that the IPUC consider all of the
testimonies and decide not only what would be best for Idaho Power, but for small businesses, the environment and for future generations. Thank you, Ron Reagan"
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Name: Cymry Reed
Submission Time: Nov 4 2022 2:32PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 3966 Reed Street
Garden City, ID 83714
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "I am an Idaho Power customer, but I do not have solar in Idaho. I am grateful to my neighbors that use solar. I am told I have too many trees. I believe the more solar power
we have on rooftops, the stronger our electric system is. Please make it worthwhile for people to invest in solar power! Maybe raise the monthly fee a bit if need be, but keep kilowatt
buying from the customer beneficial for everyone. Thank you, Cymry B. Reed"
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From:PUCWeb Notification
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:Notice: A comment was submitted to PUCWeb
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 7:00:08 AM
The following comments were submitted via PUCWeb:
Name: Petre Danaila
Submission Time: Nov 4 2022 1:41AMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 2513 E Locust Ln
Nampa, ID 83686
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "Good morning! My name is Petre Danaila (I amd doing you a favor so you can just click on this link with out searching me on google - https://www.google.com/search?
client=firefox-b-1-d&q=petre+danaila ), and I am a resident of Nampa, and yes I am an Idaho Power customer. I have attended the public hearing today (yesterday considering that it’s past
mid night), and I must say that I am glad for doing so. I understand the fact thatIPCO/IDACORP is a privately own company and that its going to always look for profit to
satisfy its shareholders and its business continuity. I do thank the legislation for having such utility committee in place trying to balance things out and not let the dog lose for profits. I am
not a tree huger and not affiliated with a green party or organization, I am just a customer that I have seen many changes in IPCO when it comes to rates over the years. I recall when the
change from analog meters to digital (I am totally again considering my college education in computer network and wireless) took effect, suddenly the bills have increased, even that the
same consumption was performed by the customer, including myself/family. Its not ethical to
continuously make change to gain profit. Profit comes as the customer base increases and demand increases, but not to raise prices for profit in a matter of sophisticated unethical billing
practices, that no one will ever support, but we the customer had to swallow the IPCO pill because of the current monopoly that IPCO has. I have heard the complaints from many
customers about the solar industry here in Idaho, and I am extremely disappointed to hear that IPCO its not equal in paying customers the correct rate. Ironically, the highest amount of solar
energy is capture and produced during the summer when the demand is there and in fact Idaho can consume that energy and sell it to other states too for a lot more – is this called double-
dipping (because we know and I know that its happening)? Also, IPCO has the alternative to produce energy spinning its turbines with heat created by the coal power-plant in Wyoming or
Utah, on top of available consumption of natural gas used by the power plants near Ontario, and Twin Falls for the same reason – increase production and resilience due to demand. I
understand that IPCO requests the price increased because of natural gas, had increase over time: https://tradingeconomics.com/commodity/natural-gas therefor when the demand is the
highest, solar should be the alternative to hydro especially during the peak demands in the hot summers, where no wind is present, and water level is low. Solar energy harvesting is the way
of the future, and not nuclear, considering the damage done by the nuclear producing and storage of depleted uranium that no state wants – yes, we ship it to New Mexico and Nevada,
but we don’t want to talk about the fact that radioactive waste, it takes 1000 years to dilute. With that said, IPCO will produce more power and with the help of its customers the rate
should be at the minimum of 1/1. IPCO invests in its power distribution, and then ask the public for an increase rate, but when the customers are paying out of their own pocket for
solar, how is that being paid by IPCO? Rebates help but are not covering 100% of the cost. IPCO should not have the odyssey of thinking of reducing the payback to soar producing
customers, it will still make profit considering the growth in our state and selling the power from customers to outside states. I do want to mention that in 2014 to 2015 I worked for Idaho
Power as a contractor in IT Ops monitoring and fixing any IT issues to maintain its business continuity. During my time there, the team had weekly meetings for training or meetings with
others from corporate to talk with the IT Ops team. During one of these meetings, CEO Darrel Anderson at that time came and talked with the team about the future of IPCO and its ROI and
ways to increase its profitability. Back then, he mentioned during the meeting that the team is constantly working on maximizing profits and that they facing opposition from the public, yet
that they are working using several avenues including convincing the legislation using the lobbyist channel to be on board with their agenda – I know of IPCO hosting dinners for
electoral and serving food for $200 a seat, and tell me if that is a manipulation of the legislators or not? I now understand after 6 years where the fruits of their labor is coming
from. Do not approve their study and believe their lies, the world needs and is going solar, just have them pay as before at the fair rate for solar electricity to its customers."
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Name: Steve Benner
Submission Time: Nov 3 2022 10:37PM
Email: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]
Address: 2808 S. Colorado Ave
Boise, ID 83706
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power company
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "The "study" Idaho Power company (IPC) submitted does not fairly evaluate the benefits of customer generation, in most cases roof-top solar. The timing of roof-top solar
maximum generation is when peak energy demand occurs, and thus benefits IPC and it's customers by lessening the need for additional generation capacity and the purchase of energy
on the spot market at higher rates. It also lessens the chance for black-outs and brown-outs of the system. Roof-top solar benefits toward mitigating climate change should be accounted for.
IPC needs to conduct a real and independent study of the value of customer generated energy and price the compensation accordingly. IPC should offer incentives for customer generation,
and the best incentive is to compensate the customer with fair, retail rates for the power generated. Anything less will discourage any future customers to install solar systems."
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Name: Taylor Colleran
Submission Time: Nov 3 2022 6:26PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 366 S Sunset Point Way
Meridian, ID 83642
Name of Utility Company: Idaho power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "I have never been one for politics or involved myself in public affairs. I was born and raised in Boise, Idaho and have never left. I always knew growing up, as a city we were
prideful that a majority of our power came from renewable energy. It’s frustrating to sit here years later fighting to be able to keep that pride and continue growing the solar industry. I
hope that as a whole we can see the change that we are facing. Remote work, electric cars, electric appliances. We need solar. We need the freedom to chose. "
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Name: Philip WeidemaierSubmission Time: Nov 3 2022 6:36PM
Email: [e-mail]: 907-229-6852
Address: 3320 W Cherry LnBoise, ID 83705
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "Keep solar as accessible as possible. "
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Name: Ashley Bryant
Submission Time: Nov 3 2022 5:13PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 2090 N Charitan Drive
Boise, ID 83713
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "Solar energy is a huge asset in our community and it should be supported for community members to help contribute to the grid. Idaho has a lot of sunlight and encouraging
consumers to help harness this resource will increase green energy going forward. This will help consumers in the end"
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Name: Jon DunnSubmission Time: Nov 3 2022 6:53PM
Email: [e-mail]: 406-426-0066
Address: 1953 n Stoneview place Boise, ID 83702
Name of Utility Company: Idaho power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "I cannot attend the hearing in person, but as an Idaho Power customer I want to let
the PUC know that I am concerned that by using outdated data and methodologies that undervalue distributed generation, Idaho Power has not produced a study that fairly values
electricity exported by customers with solar generation. Asking Idaho Power to create an impartial study is literally asking the Fox to guard the henhouse, please consider a third party
research organization. Perhaps one our fine research universities in Idaho. I urge the PUC to listen to public input and make sure that electricity generated by residential and business
customers with solar is is compensated accurately and fairly since customers are putting power into the grid in an effort to become more sustainable. "
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Name: Brady Parker
Submission Time: Nov 3 2022 5:28PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 1053 E Whitetail st
Kuna, ID 83634
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "Idaho powers claims of net metering being unfair for them are not accurate. The independent study that was done clearly shows that Idaho power is undervaluing the benefits of
solar. There are many avoided fees that they get from solar owners. So making an investment that a homeowner makes less valuable to because they want to make even more money is
unjustified and greedy. Idaho power is a monopoly and owning solar is the only way get around that. Please don’t make a good investment a bad investment by giving the monopoly
even more power and putting more money in their pockets at the detriment of Idaho citizens. "
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From:Jenny Thomas ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 3:27:49 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
Due to the excessive release of carbon emissions causing a threat to climate change, we need to consider solar
energy as an alternative. Solar energy is a clean, sustainable energy source and has low impact on the environment
compared to fossil fuels.
Solar energy can be deployed anywhere and reduces the energy bill. Moreover, solar cells and battery transmissions
were invented in the US, so we should make use of solar power. Personally , I feel solar power is definitely
worthwhile.
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Jenny Thomas
1094 N. Stolle Way
Meridian, ID 83641
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From:Gaston Zuain ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Friday, November 4, 2022 3:29:20 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
Dear members of the PUC,
I wanted to encourage you to reject Idaho Power's Solar Study and protect a fair solar rate. As it is shown by the
new independent study published by Crossboder Energy, more locally-produced solar energy will: reduce Idaho
Power's need to generate its own energy or purchase energy on the open market, reduce the need to build new power
plants and transmission lines and the need to upgrade and maintain power lines, reduce Idaho Power's exposure to
possible future taxes, reduce energy losses from electricity traveling long distances on power lines and reduce
societal damages from climate change.
Having in account all of the benefits that Idaho Power experiences when local solar owners export their extra
energy, the company should fairly compensate solar owners for that. This is what makes more sense from a money
perspective as well as from an environmental perspective.
Greetings,
Please look carefully at the independent study conducted by Crossborder Energy, which points out several
shortcomings in Idaho Power's own study on the costs and benefits of customer-owned rooftop solar. Idaho Power
will use this study to justify trying to reduce compensation rates to solar owners. To arrive at fair rates, we first
need a fair study.
Crossborder's study states, "We conclude that Idaho Power?s choice of assumptions and calculation methods
significantly undervalue the five components that the utility quantified. We present our own calculations of an ECR
with these five elements. In addition, the VODER Study fails to quantify important benefits of distributed solar that
the Commission directed the utility to analyze in Order No. 35284 -- benefits that are known and measurable, will
impact rates, and will benefit Idaho ratepayers and citizens.?
Idahoans deserve solar rates based on a more fair and complete analysis. I urge you to reject Idaho Power's study
and look to Crossborder's study as a more accurate measure of the value (to ALL ratepayers) of customer-owned
solar power.
Sincerely,
Gaston Zuain
214 W Carbonate Drive
Hailey, ID 83333
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