Section R14-2-2503. Goals and Objectives

A.      An affected utility shall design each DSM program to be cost- effective.

B.       An affected utility shall consider the following when planning and implementing a DSM or RET program:

1.        Whether the DSM or RET program will advance market transformation and achieve sustainable savings, reducing the need for future market interventions;

2.        Whether the affected utility can ensure a level of funding adequate to sustain the DSM or RET program and allow the program to achieve its targeted goals; and

3.        If a DSM program, whether the DSM program will achieve cost-effective energy savings.

C.      An affected utility shall:

1.        Offer DSM programs that will provide an opportunity for all affected utility customer segments to participate, and

2.        Allocate a portion of DSM resources specifically to low- income customers.

Historical Note

New Section made by final rulemaking at 17 A.A.R. 72, effective March 4, 2011 (Supp. 11-1).