ML12340A769
| ML12340A769 | |
| Person / Time | |
|---|---|
| Site: | Indian Point  |
| Issue date: | 10/02/2012 |
| From: | Entergy Nuclear Operations, State of NY, Energy Highway |
| To: | Atomic Safety and Licensing Board Panel |
| SECY RAS | |
| References | |
| RAS 23566, 50-247-LR, 50-286-LR, ASLBP 07-858-03-LR-BD01 | |
| Download: ML12340A769 (7) | |
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3 New York Energy Highway FAQ What is the Energy Highway?
In his 2012 State of the State address, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo put forward a sweeping public-private initiative to upgrade and modernize New York States electric power system. This bold proposal for an Energy Highway promises to help provide reliable, economical power to New Yorks homes and businesses for the next half century while creating jobs, energizing private-sector investment and protecting the States environment and the health of its citizens. To oversee and Implement the Energy Highway plan and work with the private sector, the Governor has appointed a Task Force consisting of the heads of the principal state agencies and authorities working in energy, economic development and the environment.
What are the next steps in the Energy Highway process?
The Energy Highway Task Force issued a Request for Information (RFI) on April 11, 2012, with responses due by May 30, 2012. The Task Force received an overwhelming response from 85 developers, utilities, interest groups, and other entities, representing 130 ideas and suggested actions. The Governors Task Force will issue an Energy Highway Action Plan in the fall, following its review of the RFI responses, public comment, and other stakeholder information. The Action Plan, which will include the Task Forces recommendations, will be available on the Energy Highway website.
How many and what kind of responses the Energy Highway initiative received?
The Energy Highway Task Force received 85 responses with 130 ideas and suggested actions. These responses are classified as follows: 29 for Transmission; 51 for Generation; four for Gas Pipelines and 46 submissions covering ideas.
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8 What is the expected breakdown of the varying types of resources in the Action Plan? Does the Task Force want all natural gas power plants or all renewable power, for example?
There is no predetermined portfolio of supply-side resources. The Task Force, through the RFI process, will evaluate appropriate solutions in the context of the objectives stated in the RFI.
Will the Energy Highway be coordinated with the other planning efforts in the State?
Yes, the intent of the Task Force is to ensure that the Action Plan is an element in the New York State Energy Plan and other planning efforts. The Energy Highway and other State energy planning processes are separate processes, but we expect that each process will help inform the other.
Who will pay for the Energy Highway?
It is still too early in the process to determine the potential costs and funding sources associated with the Energy Highway initiative. Through the RFI, the Task Force is seeking input on specific projects including costs and cost recovery.
What occurred at the Energy Highway Summit held on April 4, 2012?
On April 4, 2012 the Task Force, comprising the heads of the states principal energy, environmental and economic development agencies, set the stage for the initiative by holding an Energy Highway Summit at Columbia University. More than 400 attendees heard from national and state leaders in the electric power industry and in the development, financial, regulatory, environmental and academic communities.
Is there a relationship between the Long Island - New York City Offshore Wind Collaborative and the Energy Highway initiative?
Although the New York Power Authority is a member of the Long Island -
New York City Offshore Wind Collaborative, the Energy Highway initiative is a separate process from the Collaborative.
9 10 11 12 13 Who is reviewing the submissions?
The Energy Highway Task Force members and staff will review all submissions. All information submitted will be considered non-confidential.
The Task Force has retained a technical consultant for assistance With the review.
What if the information about a project is confidential?
All of the responses to this RFI will be considered public information, and thus no confidential information should be submitted.
Will projects physically outside of New York that provide energy to New York be considered?
Yes, all submitted projects that meet the stated objectives of the RFI will be reviewed.
Will companies be reimbursed for costs incurred while preparing a response to this RFI?
No, Respondents are advised that all costs associated with responding to this RFI will be solely at their expense.
Will energy efficiency and demand response projects be considered as part of this RFI?
While energy conservation and efficiency are important components of the States energy policy, this initiative focuses on supply-side and infrastructure projects that generate and transmit energy. Therefore, only submissions on the supply side (not behind-the-meter) will be reviewed. The State supports demand-side measures, including those promoted through its System Benefits Charge and Energy Efficiency Portfolio Standard, and invests billions of dollars in energy efficiency and technological innovation annually.
However, additional investments to upgrade and modernize our electric system are a necessary element of a comprehensive, sustainable energy policy.
14 15 16 17 18 Where can I find information regarding transmission congestion that currently exists on the system?
As part of the New York Independent System Operators (NYISO)
Comprehensive System Planning Process (CSPP), the Congestion Analysis and Resource Integration Study (CARIS) is an economic process which identifies the highest congested bulk power elements based on the analysis of both historic and projected congestion. The report, issued on March 20, 2012, can be found at: http://www.nyiso.com/public/webdocs/services/
planning/Caris_Report_Final/2011_CARIS_Final_Report 3-20-12.pdf Will my submission be posted on the Energy Highway website?
The Task Force will post all RFI Responses in addition to a summary chart of the Responses and interactive maps of Responses that submitted county location information.
Assuming a Request for Proposals (RFP) could result from the Action Plan, would the RFP be narrowed to a segment such as transmission or generation, or to a geographic location, or will the RFP be broad?
If an RFP is recommended in the Action Plan, the format of a possible future RFP will depend on the responses received by the RFI. The goal of the Task Force is to achieve the objectives stated in the RFI.
Is the Energy Highway initiative considering new power plants, specifically at new sites within NYC, or only repowered generation at existing locations?
All projects that meet one or more of the stated objectives will be reviewed to help create the Action Plan.
What is the relationship between the Action Plan and the State Energy Plan? Will specific project recommendations be included in either the Action Plan or the State Energy Plan?
The Energy Highway and the State Energy Plan are separate processes, but we expect that each process will help provide information to the other.
19 20 21 22 Will the Action Plan coordinate with New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) planning processes, and if so, in what ways?
The NYISO Comprehensive System Planning Process has helped inform the development of the Energy Highway initiative and will be considered as an input to the Action Plan. While the NYISO reviews projects submitted to their interconnection study queue by project developers, the Energy Highway RFI responses, which will inform the Action Plan, may include projects in the queue or others that have not been submitted to the queue. Additionally, the RFI seeks a broad range of information including financial details such as financing structure, environmental benefits and impacts, economic development opportunities for job creation, and potential obstacles relating to projects. A complete listing of information sought from submissions in response to the Energy Highway RFI can be found at http://www.nyenergyhighway.com/Content/pdf/EH_RFI_ Brochure_2012.pdf.
Does the Task Force have a preference for in-state projects versus importing solutions from other states or Canada?
All projects that meet one or more of the stated objectives will be considered as input in the Action Plan.
How will the Action Plan integrate with energy efficiency and demand response initiatives?
Although not addressed through this initiative, New York State has among the most aggressive energy efficiency programs in the nation, and the advancement of the Action Plan will exist alongside the continuation of New Yorks current energy efficiency policies or programs.
In the evaluation of the RFI responses, will a quantitative analysis or ranking be used?
The analysis required will likely depend on the types of responses received, and the method that would best inform the creation of the Action Plan.
23 24 25 26 If I have a project that depends on changes to other areas of the infrastructure (for example, a renewable project dependent on transmission upgrades), should I submit information regarding my project as well as suggestions regarding related projects?
Yes, please provide as much detail as possible regarding all relevant projects, and if you do not have information about a relevant project, where possible reference where more information can be found.
Beyond the stated criteria, can you provide any additional information on how the timing of the project, such as commercial operation date, will factor into your evaluation?
The timing of potential project completions will be considered as one aspect of the evaluation. The RFI is seeking information on projects that are actionable, and that address short, medium, or long-term goals. In any circumstance, it is expected that all projects included in the Action Plan, to the extent they are specifically identified, will need to follow all typical regulatory processes required by the state. All projects that meet one or more of the stated objectives, regardless of the timing, are encouraged to submit a response to the RFI.
If the Action Plan results in a Request for Proposals (RFP), who is expected to be the counterparty, and what is the cost recovery plan?
The Task Force is looking to the RFI Respondents to submit suggestions on both the preferred counterparty and cost recovery plan if an RFP is recommended. The Task Force encourages RFI Respondents to submit ideas on how to best achieve a successful project, providing the best value to rate payers and the state, while keeping in mind the stated objectives of the RFI.
Does the Task Force have a relationship with the current permitting processes in place in New York?
The Energy Highway initiative and the permitting process are separate processes. The Task Force strongly encouraged RFI Respondents to submit information regarding issues or challenges the proposal may face and suggestions for how these issues and challenges can be addressed for the project and future projects.
27 28 29 How will the Energy Highway Action Plan coordinate with the Climate Action Plan?
The objectives of the Energy Highway are very much in line with the objectives of the Climate Action Plan. The Task Force encourages proposed projects, in the RFI process, that contribute to reduced emissions from the power sector, are consistent with the goal of alleviating disproportionate pollution and other burdens on Environmental Justice communities and help to reduce the carbon footprint of electricity consumed in New York, regardless of where electricity is produced.
How will responses with specific project proposals, versus responses with suggested policy changes, be evaluated?
The Task Force encourages RFI Respondents to be specific in their responses, and include all relevant information for consideration. Relevant information, whether from a project proposal or suggested policy change submission, will be considered as input into the Action Plan.
What is the Task Forces recommendation on how to handle projects whose details are not yet public?
The Task Force encouraged RFI Respondents to submit as much information as possible, so that the proposal can be considered as input into the Action Plan. Potential RFI Respondents were advised not to submit proprietary or trade secret information as all RFI Responses are subject to the Freedom of Information Law.