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Home My WebLink AboutPMCF- ApplicationRenewable Energy Fund Round IX Grant Application -Standard Form SECTION 1 -APPLICANT INFORMATION I~ ENERGY AUTHORITY Please specify the legal grantee that will own, operate, and maintain the project upon completion. I Name (Name of utility, IPP, local government, or other government entity) I State of Alaska Department of Corrections Ty~e of Entity: Fiscal Year End: Government 2015 Tax 10 #:Will provide at a later date. Tax Status: D For-profit D Non-profit X Government (check one) Date of last financial statement audit:N/A Mailing Address: Physical Address: Department Of Corrections Point McKenzie Correctional Farm (PMCF) 550 W 71h Ave ., Suite 1800 13690 S Guernsey Road Anchorage, AK 99504 Wasilla , AK 99687 Telephone: Fax: Email: (907) 269-7354 Clifton.reagle@alaska.gov 11.1 Applicant Point of Contact I Grants Manager Name: Next Energy Solution Inc.-Foley Quinn Title: Owner/ Operator Brianna Gennaro Grant Writer/ Grant Manager Mailing Address: Next Energy Solution Inc. 231 Walnut Street Spooner. Wisconsin 54801 Telephone: Fax: Email: (631) 942-6689/ (715) 416-3022 N/A admin@nextenergy:solution.com folev@nextenerovsolution.com 1.1.1 APPLICANT SIGNATORY AUTHORITY CONTACT INFORMATION Name: Title: Clifton Reagle Facility Manager II Mailing Address: Will provide at a later date. Telephone: Fax: Email: (907) 269-7354 (907) 269-7360 Clifton .reagle@alaska .gov I 1.1.2 Applicant Alternate Points of Contact Name Telephone: Fax: Email: April Wilkerson (907) 465-3460 April.wilkerson@alaska.gov A EA 15003 Page 3 of25 7/8/14 J I I j Renewable Energy Fund Round IX Grant Application -Standard Form ~~ENERGY AUTHORITY 1.2 Applicant Minimum Requirements Please check as appropriate. If applicants do not meet the minimum requirements, the application will be rejected. 11.2.1 Applicant Type D An electric utility holding a certificate of public convenience and necessity under AS 42.05 , or D An independent power producer in accordance with 3 AAC 107.695 (a) (1), or I D A local government, or X A governmental entity (which includes tribal councils and housing authorities) 1.2 APPLICANT MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (continued) Please check as appropriate. X 1.2.2 Attached to this application is formal approval and endorsement for the project by the app licant's board of directors, executive management, or other govern ing authority. If the applicant is a collaborative grouping , a formal approval from each participant's governing authority is necessary. (Indicate by. checking the box) X 1.2.3 As an applicant, we have administrative and financia l management systems and follow procurement standards that comply with the standards set forth in the grant agreement (Sect ion 3 of the RFA). (Indicate by checking the box) X 1.2.4 If awarded the grant, we can comply with all terms and conditions of the award as identified in the Standard Grant Agreement template at httQ ://www .akenerg~authority:.org/Programs/Renewable -Energ~-Fund/Rounds#round9 . (Any exceptions should be clearly noted and submitted with the application.) (Indicate by checking the box) X 1.2.5 We intend to own and operate any project that may be constructed with grant funds for the benefit of the general public. If no p lease describe the nature of the project and who will be the primary beneficiaries. (Indicate yes by checking the box) AEA 15003 Page 4 of25 7/8/14 Renewable Energy Fund Round IX Grant Application -Standard Form I~ ENERGY AUTHORITY ! SECTION 2-PROJECT SUMMARY 2.1 Project Title Provide a 4 to 7 word title for your project. Type in the space below. Point McKenzie Correction Farm (PMCF) PV Solar Project I 2.2 Project Location 2.2.1 Location of Project -Latitude and longitude (preferred}, street address, community name. or Latitude and longitude coordinates may be obtained from Google Maps by finding you project's location on the map and then right clicking with the mouse and selecting "What is here? The coordinates will be displayed in the Google search window above the map in a format as follows: 61 .195676.-149.898663. If you would like assistance obtaining this information please contact AEA at 907-771-3031. Point McKenzie Correctional Farm (PMCF) 13690 S Guernsey Road Wasilla, AK 99687 2.2.2 Community benefiting-Name(s) of the community or communities that will be the beneficiaries of the project. Department of Corrections State of Alaska will be the prime beneficiary of this source of renewable energy. 2.3 Project Type Please check as appropriate. I 2.3.1 Renewable Resource Type D Wind D Biomass or Biofuels (excluding heat-only) D Hydro, Includ ing Run of River D Hydrokinetic D Geothermal, Excluding Heat Pumps D Transmission of Renewable Energy X Solar Photovoltaic D Storage of Renewable j D Other (Describe) D Small Natural Gas I 2.3.2 Proposed Grant Funded Phase(s) for this Request (Check all that apply) Pre-Construction Construction X Reconnaissance X Final Design and Permitting X Feasibility and Conceptual Design X Construction AEA 15 003 Page 5 of 25 7/8/14 Renewable Energy Fund Round IX Grant Application -Standard Form 2.4 Project Description I~ ENERGY AUTHORITY Provide a brief one paragraph description of the proposed project. This grant application requests $140,000.00 to assist in the purchase and installation of a 100.4 kW Photovoltaic Solar Energy System to supply a portion of the energy needs at the Point Mackenzie Correctional Farm (PMCF). It is estimated that this size PV system may produce 92,973 kWh annually. Previous Electric records indicate that PMCF uses an enormous amount of electric annually. Our goal is to install a 100.4 kW Solar Energy System that will produce an estimated $64,153.00 in electricity annually to contribute a portion of PMCF's electrical supply needs. As we are aware this will not completely eliminate the electric needs from diesel but the purpose of this effort is to reduce current energy costs and to employ the use of renewable resources and to reduce dependence on fossil fuels. 2.5 Scope of Work Provide a scope of work detailing the tasks to be performed under this funding request. This should include work paid for by grant funds and matching funds or performed as in-kind match. NES has proposed to install 372-270 Watt (100,440 watts) Peimar Solar Panels at PMCF. The Solar Panels are specially designed to snow shed and achieve optimal performance. The panels will be connected in a series with voltage values recorded on each of the strings. The array will be grounded using a UL listed grounding system and wired for the licensed electrician to hook up to the grid upon electric company's inspection. The eight (8) Fronius 11.4-3 kW inverters and fused AC disconnect will be mounted by the licensed electrician according to the electrical drawings supplied by NES. The inverters will have WI-FI web monitoring built-in. NES will assist in filling out interconnect contract for commissioning . AEA 15003 Page 6 o f 25 7/8/14 Renewable Energy Fund Round IX Grant Application -Standard Form I~ ENERGY AUTHORITY I SECTION 3 -Project Management, Development, and Operation 3.1 Schedule and Milestones Criteria: Stage 2-1 .A: The proposed schedule is clear, realistic, and described in adequate detail. Please fill out the schedule below (or attach a similar sheet) for the work covered by this funding request. Be sure to identify key tasks and decision points in in your project along w ith estimated start and end dates for each of the milestones and tasks. Please clearly identify the beginning and ending of all phases of your proposed project. Add additional rows as needed. Tasks Start Date End Date Phase I-Ramp -up A ctivities-F inal Site Evaluation and M ea surem ents Taken. July 2016 A ugust 2016 Phase I -E ngineering Confirmed and Draw ings Ordered for Licensed E lectrician s and Energy Co mpany. August 20 16 Septem ber 20 16 Phase ll-Purchase Orders Issued for PV Modules, R acking, PV Wire, Disconne cts, Combiners and Panel s. September 20 16 October 20 16 Phase ill-Ground Work Completed , Purch ase Orders I ssued for Inverters. November 2016 N ovemb er 2016 Phase IV-All Electrical Work Completed . November 201 6 N ovember 2016 Phase IV-Final Inspection D one. Nov ember 2016 N ovember 2016 3.2 Budget Criteria: Stage 2-1. B: The cost estimates for project development, operation, maintenance, fuel, and other project items meet industry standards or are otherwise justified. 3.2.1 Budget Overview Describe your financial comm itment to the project. List the amount of funds needed for project completion and the anticipated nature and sources of funds . Consider all project phases, including future phases not covered in this funding request. The Total Project Cost shall be the sum of $350,000.00. This amount includes engineering , installation, equipment, data monitoring and electrical connections by a licensed Electrician . 3.2.2 Budget Forms Applications MUST include a separate worksheet for each project phase that was identified in section 2 .3 .2 of this application , (1. Reconnaissance , II. Feasibility and Conceptual Design, Il l. Final Design and Permitting , and IV. Construction. Please use the tables provided below to detail your proposed project's total budget. Be sure to use one table for each phase of your project. The milestones and tasks should match those listed in 3 .1 above. If you have any question regarding how to prepare these tables or if you need assistance preparing the application please feel free to contact AEA at 907-771-3031 or by emailing the Grants Administrator, Shawn Calfa, at scalfa@aidea. orq. AEA 15003 Page 7 of 25 7/8 /14 Renewable Energy Fund Round IX Grant Application -Standard Form RE-Fund Grantee Milestone or Task Grant Matching Funds Funds (List milestones based on phase and type of project. See sections 2 .3 thru 2.6 of the RFA) Phase 1: Engineering $2 ,836.00 $4,253.00 Phase II: Peimar 270 Watt Solar Panels $68,788.00 $103,182.00 lronRidge XR-1000 Rail(s) $7,442.00 $11 ,162.00 lronRidge 28" Adjustable Tilt $12,480.00 $18,720.00 Leg(s) lronRidge Grounding Mid- Cla mp~ $997.00 $1,495.00 lronRidge End C lamp(s) $77.00 $115.00 Iron Ridge XR-1 000 Splice Kit (s) $517.00 $778.00 lronRidge XR-1000 End Cap(s) $6.00 $9.00 lronRidge Wire Clip(s) $213.00 $319.00 lronRidge Grounding Strap(s) $216.00 $324.00 lronRidge Grounding Strap-$53.00 $79.00 Expansion Joint(s) lronRidge Grounding Lug T -$12 .00 $16.00 Bolt{& PV Wire-5000' Spool $509.00 $769.00 Disc onnect-DC Panel-100 AMP $2,400.00 $3,600.00 Combiner Box(s) w/ Shu t Off $2,880.00 $4,320.00 Phase Ill: Fronius 11.4-3 lnverter(s) x 8 $23,538.00 $35,306.00 Phase IV: Electrical Work-$17,03 6 .00 $25,553.00 done by licensed e lectrician TOTALS $140,000.00 $210,000.00 AEA 15 003 Page 8 of 25 I~ ENERGY ALITHORITY Source of Matching Funds: Cashnn-kind/Federal TOTALS ; Grants/Other State Grants/Other 40% Grant/ 60% Grantee $7 ,089.00 40% Grant/ 60% G rantee $171 ,970.00 40% Grant/ 60% Grantee $18,604.00 40% Grant/ 60% Grantee $31,200.00 40% Grant/ 60% Grantee $2,492.00 40% Grant/ 60% Grantee $192.00 40% Grant/ 60% Grantee $1 ,296.00 40% Grant/ 60% Grantee $15.00 40% Grant/60% Grantee $532.00 40% Grant/60% Grantee $540.00 40% Grant/ 60% Grantee $132.00 40% Grant/60% Grantee $28.00 40% Grant/60% Grantee $1 ,277.00 40% Grant/ 60% Grantee $6,000.00 40% Grant/ 60% Grantee $7,200.00 40% Grant/60% Grantee $58,844.00 40% Grant/60% Grantee $42,589.00 $350,000.00 7/8 /14 Renewable Energy Fund Round IX Grant Application -Standard Form 3.2.3 Cost Justification ~~ENERGY AUTHORITY Indicate the source(s) of the cost estimates used for the project budget. NES has supplied a detailed invoice suggesting all engineering , labor, materials and licensed electrician be covered under in the amount of $350,000.00. The detailed invoice lists all equipment to be purchased as well as the cost of the electrician and engineering . 3.2.4 Funding Sources Indicate the funding sources for the phase(s} of the project applied for in this funding request. Grant funds requested in this application $140,000.00 Cash match to be provided $ In-kind match to be provided $210,000.00 Total costs for project phase(s) covered in application (sum of above) $350,000.00 3 .2.5 Total Project Costs Indicate the anticipated total cost by phase of the project (including all funding sources). Use actual costs for completed phases . I. Reconnaissance $7,089.00 II. Feasi bility and Conceptual Design $241 ,478.00 Ill. Final Design and Permitting $58,844.00 IV. Construction $42,589.00 Total Project Costs (sum of above) $350,000.00 3.2.6 Operating and Maintenance Costs O&M costs can be estimated in two ways for the standard application. Most proposed RE projects w ill fall under Option 1 because the new resource will not allow for diesel generation to be turned off. Some projects may allow for diesel generation to be turned off for periods of t ime; these projects should choose Option 2 for estimating O&M . Options O&M Impact of proposed RE project Option 1: Diesel generation ON For projects that do not result in shutting down $Will provide at a later date . diesel generation there is assumed to be no impact on the base case O&M. Please indicate the estimated annual O&M cost associated with the proposed renewable project. Option 2: Diesel generation OFF For projects that will result in shutting down diesel generation please e stimate: 1. Annual non-fuel savings of shutting off 1. $ diesel generation 2. Hours diesel OFF/year: 2. Estimated hours that diesel generation will be off per year. 3. $ 3. Annual O&M costs associated with the proposed renewable project. AEA 15003 Page 9 of25 7/8/14 Renewable Energy Fund Round IX Grant Application -Standard Form 3.3 Project Communications I~ ENERGY AUTHORITY Criteria: Stage 2-1.C: The applicant's communications plan, including monitoring and reporting, is described in adequate detail. Describe how you plan to monitor the project and keep the Authority informed of the status. NES will communicate with the Alaska Energy Authority (AEA) for each milestone completed. In addition , NES will be in close contact with Phil Cole on a weekly basis to review project achievements and milestones . NES has all contact information needed to communicate on an as needed basis in addition to the weekly progress meetings. NES will be available v ia phone, text and e-mail. NES will make site visits throughout the project. 3.4 Operational Logistics Criteria: Stage 2-1 .D: Logistical, business, and financial arrangements for operating and maintaining the project throughout its lifetime and selling energy from the completed project are reasonable and described in adequate detail. Describe the anticipated logistical, business, and financial arrangements for operating and maintaining the project throughout its lifetime and selling energy from the completed project. I Will provide at a later date. AEA 15003 Page 10 of25 7/8/14 Renewable Energy Fund Round IX Grant Application -Standard Form I SECTION 4-QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE 4.1 Project Team ~~ENERGY AUTHORITY Criteria: Stage 2-2.A: The Applicant, partners, and/or contractors have sufficient knowledge and experience to successfully complete and operate the project. If the applicant has not yet chosen a contractor to complete the work, qualifications and experience points will be based on the applicant's capacity to successfully select contractors and manage complex contracts. Criteria: Stage 2-2.8: The project team has staffing, time, and other resources to successfully complete and operate the project. Criteria: Stage 2-2. C: The project team is able to understand and address technical, economic, and environmental barriers to successful project completion and operation. Criteria: Stage 2-2.0: The project team has positive past grant experience. 4.1.1 Project Manager Indicate who will be managing the project for the Grantee and include contact information , and a resume. In the electronic submittal , please submit resumes as separate PDFs if the applicant would like those excluded from the web posting of this application . If the applicant does not have a project manager indicate how you intend to solicit project management support. If the applicant expects project management assistance from AEA or another government entity , state that in this section . Next Energy Solution Inc. 231 Walnut Street Spooner, WI 54801 Foley Quinn-Owner/ Operator Brianna Gennaro-Grant Writer/ Grant Manager I 4 .1.2 Expertise and Resources Describe the project team including the applicant, partners, and contractors . Provide sufficient detail for reviewers to evaluate: • the extent to which the team has sufficient knowledge and experience to successfully complete and operate the project; • whether the project team has staffing , time, and other resources to successfully complete and operate the project; • how well the project team is able to understand and address technical , economic, and environmental barriers to successful project completion and operation. If contractors have not been selected to complete the work, provide reviewers with sufficient detail to understand the applicant's capacity to successfully select contractors and manage complex contracts. Include brief resumes for known key personnel and contractors as an attachment to your application. In the electronic submittal , please submit resumes as separate PDFs if the applicant would like those excluded from the web posting of this application Please see the attached 'Scope of Work' which includes credentials. AEA 15 0 03 Page 1 1 of25 7/8/14 Renewable Energy Fund Round IX Grant Application -Standard Form I 4.1.3 Project Accountant(s) I~ ENERGY AUTHORITY Indicate who will be performing the accounting of this project for the grantee and include a resume . In the electronic submittal, please submit resumes as separate PDFs if the applicant would like those excluded from the web posting of this application. If the applicant does not have a project accountant indicate how you intend to solicit financial accounting support. Will provide once information has been determined . I 4.1 .4 Financial Accounting System Describe the controls that will be utilized to ensure that only costs that are reasonable , ordinary and necessary will be allocated to this project. Also discuss the controls in place that will ensure that no expenses for overhead, or any other unallowable costs will be requested for reimbursement from the Renewable Energy Fund Grant Program. NES will provide invoices and purchase orders at the comp letion of each phase of the project to be submitted for reimbursement. 4.2 Local Workforce Criteria: Stage 2-2.E: The project uses local labor and trains a local labor workforce. Describe how the project will use local labor or train a local labor workforce. NES plans to train locally with the help of the Alaska State Department of Corrections in order to provide the local labor workforce employment upon completion of the program . NES 's training team is in the process of obtaining any and all certifications/licensed needed to make this possible . AEA 15003 Pa ge 12 of 25 7/8/1 4 Renewable Energy Fund Round IX Grant Application -Standard Form I SECTION 5-TECHNICAL FEASIBILITY 5.1 Resource Availability I~ ENERGY AUTHORITY Criteria: Stage 2-3.A: The renewable energy resource is available on a sustainable basis, and project permits and other authorizations can reasonably be obtained. 5.1.1 Proposed Energy Resource Describe the potential extent/amount of the energy resource that is available, includ ing average resource availability on an annual basis. Describe the pros and cons of your proposed energy resource vs. other alternatives that may be available for the market to be served by your project. For pre-construction applications , describe the resource to the extent known. For design and permitting or construction projects, please provide feasibility documents, design documents , and permitting documents (if applicable) as attachments to this application. This 100.4 kW is expected to produce as follows : Month AC Energy Energy Value (kWh) ($) January 1700 1173 February 4226 2916 March 8852 6108 April 11195 7725 May 14167 9776 June 13597 9382 July 13058 9010 August 10284 7096 September 7861 5424 October 4274 2949 November 2634 1818 December 1125 776 TOTAL 92,973 $64,153 These production numbers take into account the high price per kilowatt hour as well as are engineered to the specific location's snowfall , hours of sun and temperatures. 5.1.2 Permits Provide the following information as it may relate to permitting and how you intend to address outstanding permit issues. • List of applicable permits • Anticipated permitting timeline • Identify and describe potential barriers Upon approval and pursuing this Solar Energy project, NES and PMCF are willing and able to obtain any permits required to install this system. AEA 15003 Page 13 of25 7/8/14 Renewable Energy Fund Round IX Grant Application -Standard Form 5.2 Project Site ~~ENERGY AUTHORITY Criteria: Stage 2-3. B: A site is available and suitable for the proposed energy system. Describe the availability of the site and its suitability for the proposed energy system. Identify potential land ownership issues, including whether site owners have agreed to the project or how you intend to approach land ownership and access issues. This 1 00.4 kW Solar Energy System plans to be a ground mounted system using a series of the patented 'NES EZ-Set' Ground Mounts and will be on the physical site referenced in this application . 5.3 Project Risk Criteria: Stage 2-3. C: Project technical and environmental risks are reasonable. 5.3.1 Technical Risk Describe potential technical risks and how you would address them. NES is proposing to install this solar energy system on a series of the patented 'NES EZ-Set' Ground Mounts. If needed , additional ground mounts may be added to include all panels proposed. 5.3.2 Environmental Risk Explain whether the following environmental and land use issues apply, and if so how they will be addressed: • Threatened or endangered species • Habitat issues • Wetlands and other protected areas • Archaeological and historical resources • Land development constraints • Telecommunications interference • Aviation considerations • Visual , aesthetics impacts • Identify and describe other potential barriers There are no known environmental or land issues at the PMCF . Th is 100.4 kW Solar Energy System, will be installed on a steel ground mount on a working rural farm . AEA 15003 Page 14 of25 7/8/14 Kenewable ~nergy li 'und Kound IX Grant Application -Standard Form 5.4 Existing and Proposed Energy System I~ ENERGY AUTHORITY Criteria: Stage 2-3.0: The proposed energy system can reliably produce and deliver energy as planned. 5.4.1 Basic Configuration of Existing Energy System Describe the basic configuration of the existing energy system. Include information about the number, size, age, efficiency, and type of generation . MEA provided power. Will provide the existing energy system details at a later date (further research is needed). AEA 15003 Page 15 of 25 7/8/14 Renewable Energy Fund Round IX Grant Application -Standard Form I Existing Energy Generation and Usage I~ ENERGY AUTHORITY a) Basic configuration (if system is part of the Railbelt1 grid, leave this section blank) i. Number of generators/boilers/other ii. Rated capacity of generators/boilers/other iii. Generator/boilers/other type iv. Age of generators/boilers/other v. Efficiency of generators/boilers/other vi. Is there operational heat recovery? (Y/N) If yes estimated annual displaced heating fuel (gallons) b) Annual O&M cost (if system is part of the Railbelt grid, leave this section blank) i. Annual O&M cost for labor ii. Annual O&M cost for non-labor c) Annual electricity production and fuel usage (fill in as applicable) (if system is part of the Railbelt grid , leave this section blank) i. Electricity [kWh] ii. Fuel usage Diesel [gal] Other ii i. Peak Load iv . Average Load v. Minimum Load vi. Efficiency vii. Future trends d) Annual heating fuel usage (fill in as applicable) i. Diesel [gal or MMBtu] ii. Electricity [kWh] iii. Propane [gal or MMBtu] iv. Coal [tons or MMBtu] v. Wood [cords. green tons . dry tons] vi. Other 1 The Railbelt g rid connects all customers of Chugach Electric Association, Homer El ectric Association, Gol den Va lley Electric Association, the City of Seward Electric Department, Matanu ska Electri c Association and Anchorage Municipal light and Power. AEA 15003 Page 16 of25 7/8/14 •'-~U~n ClUJ~ .C.ll~l gy .1.' UIIU .ft.UUIIU .1.~ Grant Application -Standard Form I= ENERGY AUTHORITY 5.4.2 Future Trends Describe the anticipated energy demand in the community over the life of the project. Although, we do not see any future trends, this 100.4 kW Solar Energy System is supplying only a portion of the current electrical needs at PMCF. If future solar expansion is needed , this specified system has a unique expandability feature and we will look into the details as needed . 5.4.3 Impact on Rates Briefly explain what if any effect your project will have on electrical rates in the proposed benefit area over the life of the project. For PCE eligible communities. please describe the expected impact would be for both pre and post PCE. Will provide at a later date, additional research is needed. 5.4.4 Proposed System Design Provide the following information for the proposed renewable energy system : • A description of renewable energy technology specific to project location • Optimum installed capacity • Anticipated capacity factor • Anticipated annual generation • Anticipated barriers • Integration plan • Delivery methods NES has proposed to install372-270 Watt (100,440 watts) Peimar Solar Panels at PMCF . The Solar Panels are specially designed to snow shed and achieve optimal performance. The panels will be connected in a series with voltage values recorded on each of the strings. The array will be grounded using a UL listed grounding system and wired for the licensed electrician to hook up to the grid upon electric company's inspection. The eight (8) Fronius 11.4-3 kW inverters and fused AC disconnect will be mounted by the licensed electrician according to the electrical drawings supplied by NES. The inverters will have WI-FI web monitoring built-in . NES will assist in filling out interconnect contract for commissioning . Upon system completion , a bi-directional meter will be installed to measure the amount of energy returned to the grid , if any. AEA 15003 Page 17 of25 7/8/14 Renewable Energy Fund Round IX Grant Application -Standard Form I~ ENERGY AUTHORITY Proposed System Design Capacity and Fuel Usage (Include any projections for continued use of non-renewable fuels) a) Proposed renewable capacity (Wind, 100.4 kW Hydro, Biomass, other) [kW or MMBtu/hr] b) Proposed annual electricity or heat production (fill in as applicable) i. Electricity [kWh] ii. Heat [MMBtu] 92,973 Kwh c) Proposed annual fuel usage (fill in as applicable) i. Propane [gal or MMBtu] ii. Coal [tons or MMBtu] iii. Wood or pellets [cords, green tons, dry tons] iv. Other d) i. Estimate number of hours renewable will allow powerhouse to turn diesel engines off (fill in as applicable) 5.4.5 Metering Equipment Please provide a short narrative, and cost estimate, identifying the metering equipment that will be used to comply with the operations reporting requirement identified in Section 3 .15 of the Request for Applications. NES has proposed to install372-270 Watt (100,440 watts) Peimar Solar Panels at PMCF. The Solar Panels are specially designed to snow shed and achieve optimal performance. The panels will be connected in a series with voltage values recorded on each of the strings. The array will be grounded using a UL listed grounding system and wired for the licensed electrician to hook up to the grid upon electric company's inspection. The eight (8) Fronius 11.4-3 kW inverters and fused AC disconnect will be mounted by the licensed electrician according to the electrical drawings supplied by NES. The inverters will have WI-FI web monitoring built-in. NES will assist in filling out interconnect contract for commissioning . Upon system completion , a bi-directional meter will be installed to measure the amount of energy returned to the grid, if any. AEA 15003 Pa ge 18 of25 7/8/14 Renewable Energy Fund Round IX Grant Application -Standard Form I SECTION 6 -ECONOMIC FEASIBILITY AND BENEFITS 6.1 Economic Feasibility I~ ENERGY AUTHORITY Criteria: Stage 2-4.A: The project is shown to be economically feasible (net positive savings in fuel, operation and maintenance, and capital costs over the life of the proposed project). 6.1.1 Economic Benefit Explain the economic benefits of your project. Include direct cost savings, and how the people of Alaska will benefit from the project. The benefits information should include the following : • Anticipated annual and lifetime fuel displacement (gallons and dollars) • Antic ipated annual and lifetime revenue (based on i.e. a Proposed Power Purchase Agreement price, RCA tariff, or cost based rate) • Add itional incentives (i.e . tax credits) • Additional revenue streams (i.e. green tag sales or other renewable energy subsid ies or programs that might be available) The economic model used by AEA is available at http://www.akenergyauthority.org/Programs/Renewable-Energy-Fund/Rounds#round9. This economic model may be used by applicants but is not required. The final benefit/cost ratio used will be derived from the AEA model to ensure a level playing field for all applicants. If used, please submit the model with the application. This system is expected to produce 92,973 kWh and $64 ,153.00 annually. The specified system has a life expectancy of 30 years. The inverter and solar modules have performance warrantees that cover the system throughout its lifetime . This system and all equipment included qualify for the 30% Federal Tax Credit. Additional information furnished upon request. 6.1.2 Power Purchase/Sale The power purchase/sale information should include the following: • Identification of potential power buyer(s)/customer(s) • Potential power purchase/sales price -at a minimum indicate a price range • Proposed rate of return from grant-funded project Identify the potential power buyer(s)/customer(s) and anticipated power purchase/sa les price range. Indicate the proposed rate of return from the grant-funded project. Will provide once additional information has been gathered from MEA. AEA 15003 Page 19 of25 7/8/14 Renewable Energy Fund Round IX Grant Application -Standard Form ~~ENERGY AUTHORITY 6.1.3 Public Benefit for Projects with Private Sector Sales For projects that include sales of power to private sector businesses (sawmills, cru ise sh ips , mines, etc.), please provide a brief description of the direct and indirect public benefits derived from the project as well as the private sector benefits and complete the table below. See section 1.6 in the Request for Applications for more information . The purpose of this effort is to reduce current energy costs and to employ the use of renewable resources and to reduce dependence on fossil fuels . A system of this size is expected to achieve a number of indirect benefits such as the following: 12,048 barrels of oil NOT produced 10 ,843,200 miles NOT driven 88 ,352 lbs of acid rain emissions NOT discharged 39,708 lbs of smog emissions NOT produced And ... is the equivalent of planting 21 ,034 trees. 6.2 Financing Plan Criteria: Stage 2-4.8: The project has an adequate financing plan for completion of the grant- funded phase and has considered options for financing subsequent phases of the project. 6.2.1 Additional Funds Identify the source and amount of all additional funds needed to complete the work in the phase(s) for which REF funding is being applied in this application. Indicate whether these funds are secured or pending future approvals . Describe the impact, if any, that the timing of additional funds would have on the ability to proceed with the grant. 6.2.2 Financing opportunities/limitations If the proposed project includes final design or construction phases , what are your opportunities and/or limitations to fund this project with a loan, bonds, or other financing options? Will provide at a later date , additional re search is needed . 6.2.3 Cost Overruns Describe the plan to cover potential cost increases or shortfalls in funding . At this time we do not foresee any cast overruns but will provide at a later date , additional research is needed . I 6.2.4 Subsequent Phases AEA 15 00 3 Page 20 of 25 7/8/14 Renewable Energy Fund Round IX Grant Application -Standard Form I~ ENERGY AUTHORITY If subsequent phases are required beyond the phases being applied for in this application, describe the anticipated sources of funding and the likelihood of receipt of those funds . No additional phases will be required unless we plan to expand the system at a later date. 6.3 Other Public Benefit Criteria: Stage 3-4.C: Other benefits to the Alaska public are demonstrated. Avoided costs alone will not be presumed to be in the best interest of the public. Describe the non-economic public benefits to Alaskans over the lifetime of the project. For the purpose of evaluating this criterion, public benefits are those benefits that would be considered unique to a given project and not generic to any renewable resource . For example, decreased greenhouse gas emission , stable pricing of fuel source, won't be considered under this category. Some examples of other public benefits include: • The project will result in developing infrastructure (roads, trails, pipes, power lines , etc.) that can be used for other purposes • The project will result in a direct long-term increase in jobs (operating , supplying fuel , etc.) • The project will solve other problems for the community (waste disposal, food security, etc.) • The project will generate useful information that could be used by the public in other parts of the state • The project will promote or sustain long-term commercial economic development for the community The purpose of this effort is to reduce current energy costs and to employ the use of renewable resources and to reduce dependence on fossil fuels. A system of this size is expected to achieve a number of indirect benefits such as the following: 12 ,048 barrels of oil NOT produced 10,843,200 miles NOT driven 88,352 lbs of acid rain emissions NOT discharged 39,708 lbs of smog emissions NOT produced And ... is the equivalent of planting 21 ,034 trees . NES plans to incorporate a training course the local correctional facilities so we may educate on the installation process. Solar is expected to create over 100,000 new jobs in the next year and the industry has already grown 13% in the past year alone. ABA 15003 Page 21 of25 7/8/14 Renewable Energy Fund Round IX Grant Application -Standard Form SECTION 7-SUSTAINABILITY ~~ENERGY AUTHORITY Describe your plan for operating the completed project so that it will be sustainable throughout its economic life. Include at a minimum: • Capability of the Applicant to demonstrate the capacity, both administratively and financially, to provide for the long-term operation and maintenance of the proposed project • Is the Applicant current on all loans and required reporting to state and federal agencies? • Likelihood of the resource being available over the life of the project • Likelihood of a sufficient market for energy produced over the life of the project The proposed system is maintenance free. The solar modules will be mounted to shed snow and have optimal production. All electric equ ipment is NEMAR 3R and built to sustain freezing temperature. The proposed system will have built-in web monitori ng to see in 'real-time ' production and will archive all information the entire life of the system. This system also has a unique expandability feature to future system growth. SECTION 8 -PROJECT READINESS Describe what you have done to prepare for this award and how quickly you intend to proceed with work once your grant is approved. Specifically address your progress towards or readiness to begin, at a minimum, the following: • The phase(s) that must be completed prior to beginning the phase(s} proposed in this application • The phase(s) proposed in this application • Obtaining all necessary permits • Securing land access and use for the project • Procuring all necessary equipment and materials Upon grant approval , PMCF and NES will be ready to 'Ramp-up' activities July 2016. Th is will include roof measurements and engineering. SECTION 9-LOCAL SUPPORT AND OPPOSITION Describe local support and opposition, known or anticipated , for the project. Include letters, rtsolutions. or other documentation of local support from the community that would benefit from this project. The Documentation of support must be dated within one year of the RFA date of July 8, 2015 . None available at this time , will provide at a later date is needed. AEA 15003 Page 22 of 25 7/8/1 4 Renewable Energy Fund Round IX Grant Application -Standard Form SECTION 10-COMPLIANCE WITH OTHER AWARDS I~ ENERGY AUTHORITY Identify other grants that may have been previously awarded to the Applicant by the Authority for this or any other project. Describe the degree you have been able to meet the requirements of previous grants including project deadl ines, reporting, and information requests. No other awards have been given at this time. SECTION 11 -LIST OF SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION FOR PRIOR PHASES In the space below please provide a list additional documents attached to support completion of prior phases. No prior phases have been requested or completed . SECTION 12-LIST OF ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION SUBMITTED FOR CONSIDERATION In the space below please provide a list of additional information submitted for consideration . NES has provided the following information for use and information : -Inverter Specification -Solar Module Specification -NREL PV Watts Production Schedule -Existing system-2014 Electric bills/ usage AEA 15003 Page 23 of25 7/8/14