Section R14-2-2515. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Research

A.      An affected utility shall monitor and evaluate each DSM pro- gram and measure and each RET program and RET to:

1.        Ensure compliance with the cost-effectiveness require- ments for DSM programs in R14-2-2512;

2.        Determine participation rates, energy savings, and demand reductions;

3.        Assess the implementation process for the DSM program or measure or RET program or RET;

4.        Obtain information on whether to continue, modify, or terminate a DSM program or measure or RET program or RET; and

5.        Determine the persistence and reliability of the affected utility’s DSM programs and measures and RET programs and RETs.

B.       An affected utility may conduct evaluation and research, such as market studies, market research, and other technical research, for DSM and RET program planning, product devel- opment, and DSM and RET program improvement.

Historical Note

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