20221109Comments(7)_7.pdf

From:Jonathan Hoopes ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Tuesday, November 8, 2022 7:05:27 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
Because hyper-local green energy generation is a fundamental part of our carbon reduced energy independence
especially with the future of electric cars.
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,
Jonathan Hoopes
5373 N Mitchum Ave
Meridian , ID 83646
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From:Pat Campbell ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Tuesday, November 8, 2022 10:38:06 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
Rooftop solar generation has been proven to lower generation costs for utilities. It's vital to create incentives to
encourage private investment. A fair compensation structure assures adoption and lower costs for all. 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,
Pat Campbell
7767 W Bearcreek Ct
Boise, ID 83704
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From:John Jackson ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Tuesday, November 8, 2022 10:40:00 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
I am a solar generation home and would like to see a fair rate where everyone wins not just one side or the other, but
fair for all parties. If that can't be done then we need change within the state of 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,
John Jackson
11156 W Ashburton Dr
Boise, ID 83709
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From:Ted Patterson ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Wednesday, November 9, 2022 8:26:05 AM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
My name is Ted Patterson and I am an Idaho Power customer living in Boise, ID. I am a Idaho native and hope to
live here for the remainder of my life.
Economies of scale can work to our advantage. However, as Adam Smith warned, monopolists do need to be held in
check. I urge you to reject the Idaho Power VODER study because it is flawed in any number of areas as pointed
out in the Crossborder Energy study.
I believe that the VODER study under estimates the impact of climate change on Idaho Powers generation capacity.
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 Patterson
105 E. Bridgewater Ct.
Boise, ID 83706
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From:David Greenland ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Wednesday, November 9, 2022 2:54:31 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
In a world full of fake news, it's important to have accurate data when making decisions. Idaho Power has an
inherent bias, so we should expect their data to show that bias. Reviewing data without that bias is necessary to get
an accurate and full picture.
Residents generating their own energy with rooftop solar is a good thing for the environment and the economy. It
would be tragic to disincentivize that based on skewed data.
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 Greenland
4774 S Choctaw Ave
Boise, ID 83709
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From:PUCWeb Notification
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:Notice: A comment was submitted to PUCWeb
Date:Wednesday, November 9, 2022 4:00:07 PM
The following comment was submitted via PUCWeb:
Name: Donna Hutchison
Submission Time: Nov 9 2022 3:20PMEmail: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]Address: 16733 London Park Place
Nampa, ID 83651
Name of Utility Company: Idaho Power
Case ID: IPC-E-22-22
Comment: "I have concerns over the changes to the on-site generation compensation structure. We purchased our solar system in 2021. The current structure was factored into our decision to
install solar panels. It was a large investment for us but based upon our analysis, we determined that while we may pay more for power over 25 years which included the system
and our monthly fees. It would be worth it over the long run and to support alternative energy sources. With the proposed changes, we would not have installed a solar system as it would
significantly reduce the value of the system while increasing costs for our family. Please consider the elimination of the proposal or extending the grandfathering timeline to any
installation prior to the enactment of the proposed change. We felt like we entered into an agreement with the state of Idaho, the power company and the solar company and then were
given a bait/switch about the importance of solar. Thank you for your consideration. "
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From:Pamela Fish ([e-mail]) Sent You a Personal Message
To:Jan Noriyuki
Subject:IPC-E-22-22 Public Comment
Date:Wednesday, November 9, 2022 4:55:55 PM
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Dear Idaho Public Utilities Commission,
We had solar panels on our home in the central valley of California for years. We were able to produce power that
was sent up-line to PGandE's power grid. Those who sold and installed the panels benefited, we benefited (saved
substantially on our electricity usage bills), and PGandE benefited by the additional power available to customers,
especially in the hot summer months. We feel Idaho PUC needs to do a deep study of the Idaho Power's claims that
solar does not benefit the average Idaho citizen. Please do be very transparent on this issue. We citizens are
watching.
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,
Pamela Fish
2165 N 2475 E
Twin Falls, ID 83301
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[phone]
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