Discussion While we appreciate the need to comply with the requirements of SB 2 (1X) as quickly as possible, we agree with parties that many issues remain to be resolved prior to Commission adoption of an ELCC model and ELCC-based QC values for wind and solar resources. Most importantly, the current schedule no longer allows sufficient time for vetting and iteration. Therefore, we do not adopt an ELCC-based QC methodology for wind or solar resources at this time. Because we are not adopting an ELCC-based QC methodology at this time, the QC values for wind and solar resources shall be determined for 2015 according to the exceedance methodology adopted in D.09-06-028 (see Appendix B of D.09-06-028). However, in light of the importance of complying with SB 2 (1X), we direct Energy Division to further develop its ELCC proposal and address the issues identified above such that an ELCC-based QC methodology can be considered by the end of 2014. We understand that this methodology may be only a first iteration in addressing the complex technical issues associated with ELCC calculations, and that the methodology may require additional refinement over time. Comments on Proposed Decision The proposed decision of the ALJ in this matter was mailed to the parties in accordance with Section 311 of the Public Utilities Code and comments were allowed under Rule 14.3 of the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure. Comments were filed on June 16, 2014, and reply comments were filed on June 23, 2014. The proposed decision was modified to account for comments. Assignment of Proceeding Michel P. Florio is the assigned Commissioner and David M. Gamson is the assigned Administrative Law Judge in this proceeding.
Discussion While we appreciate the need to comply with the requirements of SB 2 (1X) as quickly as possible, we agree with parties that many issues remain to be resolved prior to Commission adoption of an ELCC model and ELCC-based QC values for wind and solar resources. Most importantly, the current schedule no longer allows sufficient time for vetting and iteration. Therefore, we do not adopt an ELCC-based QC methodology for wind or solar resources at this time. Because we are not adopting an ELCC-based QC methodology at this time, the QC values for wind and solar resources shall be determined for 2015 according to the exceedance methodology adopted in D.09-06-028 (see Appendix B of D.09-06-028). However, in light of the importance of complying with SB 2 (1X), we direct Energy Division to further develop its ELCC proposal and address the issues identified above such that an ELCC-based QC methodology can be considered by the end of 2014. We understand that this methodology may be only a first iteration in addressing the complex technical issues associated with ELCC calculations, and that the methodology may require additional refinement over time. Comments on Proposed Decision The proposed decision of the ALJ in this matter was mailed to the parties in accordance with Section 311 of the Public Utilities Code and comments were allowed under Rule 14.3 of the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure. Comments were filed on June 16, 2014, and reply comments were filed on June 23, 2014. The proposed decision was modified to account for comments. Assignment of Proceeding Michel P. Florio is the assigned Commissioner and David M. Gamson is the assigned Administrative Law Judge in this proceeding.
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