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Renewable Energy Fund Round IV
Grant Application
AEA 11-005 Application 7/21/2010
Akiachak Renewable Energy Project
AEA Application for a Wind Study, Geotechnical
Work and Conceptual Design
Akiachak Native Community
9/15/2010
Contents
Application
Attachment A Resume File
Attachment B Cost Worksheet
Attachment C Grant Budget Form
Attachment D Electronic version of the Proposal
Attachment E Authorized Signers Form
Attachment F Governing Body Resolution
Attachment G Certification
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SECTION 1 – APPLICANT INFORMATION
Name (Name of utility, IPP, or government entity submitting proposal)
Akiachak Native Community/Akiachak Limited
Type of Entity:
Tribal Government
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 70
Physical Address
Telephone
907-825-4626
Fax
907-825-4029
Email
anc_tribalcouncils@yahoo.com
1.1 APPLICANT POINT OF CONTACT / GRANTS MANAGER
Name
George Peter
Title
Tribal Administrator
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 70
Telephone
907-825-4626
Fax
907-825-4029
Email
anc_tribalcouncils@yahoo.com
1.2 APPLICANT MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Please check as appropriate. If you do not to meet the minimum applicant requirements, your
application will be rejected.
1.2.1 As an Applicant, we are: (put an X in the appropriate box)
X An electric utility holding a certificate of public convenience and necessity under AS
42.05, or
An independent power producer in accordance with 3 AAC 107.695 (a) (1), or
A local government, or
X A governmental entity (which includes tribal councils and housing authorities);
Yes
1.2.2. Attached to this application is formal approval and endorsement for its project by
its board of directors, executive management, or other governing authority. If the
applicant is a collaborative grouping, a formal approval from each participant’s
governing authority is necessary. (Indicate Yes or No in the box )
Yes
1.2.3. As an applicant, we have administrative and financial management systems and
follow procurement standards that comply with the standards set forth in the grant
agreement.
Yes
1.2.4. If awarded the grant, we can comply with all terms and conditions of the attached
grant form. (Any exceptions should be clearly noted and submitted with the
application.)
Yes
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.
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SECTION 2 – PROJECT SUMMARY
This is intended to be no more than a 1-2 page overview of your project.
2.1 Project Title – (Provide a 4 to 5 word title for your project)
Type in your answer here and follow same format for rest of the application.
Akiachak Feasibility and Conceptual Design Project
2.2 Project Location –
Include the physical location of your project and name(s) of the community or communities that will
benefit from your project.
The Community of Akiachak, Alaska and residents will benefit from this project.
2.3 PROJECT TYPE
Put X in boxes as appropriate
2.3.1 Renewable Resource Type
X Wind Biomass or Biofuels
Hydro, including run of river Transmission of Renewable Energy
Geothermal, including Heat Pumps Small Natural Gas
Heat Recovery from existing sources Hydrokinetic
Solar Storage of Renewable
Other (Describe)
2.3.2 Proposed Grant Funded Phase(s) for this Request (Check all that apply)
X Reconnaissance Design and Permitting
X Feasibility Construction and Commissioning
X Conceptual Design
2.4 PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Provide a brief one paragraph description of your proposed project.
To determine and document the feasibility and conceptual design of a wind diesel turbine facility
in the community of Akaichak, Alaska. Akiachak Native Community (ANC) proposes to install
a wind meteorological (met) tower and to complete the necessary geotechnical work to
determine the economic feasibility of installing wind turbines in Akiachak, Alaska. The work
will involve: (1) obtaining a letter of non-objection for placement of the wind tower and (2)
geotechnical fieldwork, permitting, purchasing, transporting, and installing a met tower, (3)
studying the wind resource for one year and documenting the results and (4) conducting a
geotechnical investigation to determine the soil conditions and needed engineering at the site.
A conceptual design will be created based the met tower data recordings and geotechnical
investigation. This will provide adequate information to determine if there is enough wind
resources to justify a project to design and ultimately the construction of a wind-diesel system
for the community of Akiachak.
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2.5 PROJECT BENEFIT
Briefly discuss the financial and public benefits that will result from this project, (such as reduced fuel
costs, lower energy costs, etc.)
This project will determine the justification to proceed to the installation of a system designed to
significantly reduce the consumption of expensive diesel fuels for the production of electricity.
The goal of this project is to displace as much fuel for heating as possible.
2.6 PROJECT BUDGET OVERVIEW
Briefly discuss the amount of funds needed, the anticipated sources of funds, and the nature and source
of other contributions to the project.
The total project cost for the project is $110,000 with a $5,000 match from ANC A
detail of the costs is:
Task Total
Obtain Site Control/Right of Entry/Permits $7,000
Erect, Monitor, and Dismantle Met Tower $5,000
Complete Geotechnical W ork $75,000
Complete W ind Resource Report $8,000
Complete Conceptual Design $15,000
Total $110,000
The total project costs through construction will depend on the outcome of the wind resource
study and geotechnical report; however, an estimate can be made:
Estimated Final Design and Permitting: $220,000.
Estimated Construction and Commissioning: $4,250,000
Estimated Project Total (including this phase):
$4,250,000.
2.7 COST AND BENEFIT SUMARY
Include a summary of grant request and your project’s total costs and benefits below.
Grant Costs
(Summary of funds requested)
2.7.1 Grant Funds Requested in this application. $ 110,000
2.7.2 Other Funds to be provided (Project match) $ 15,000
2.7.3 Total Grant Costs (sum of 2.7.1 and 2.7.2) $ 125,000
Project Costs & Benefits
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(Summary of total project costs including work to date and future cost estimates to get to a fully
operational project)
2.7.4 Total Project Cost (Summary from Cost Worksheet
including estimates through construction)
$ 4,250,000
2.7.5 Estimated Direct Financial Benefit (Savings) $ $150-200,000 annually
2.7.6 Other Public Benefit (If you can calculate the benefit in
terms of dollars please provide that number here and
explain how you calculated that number in your application
(Section 5.)
$ unknown at this time
SECTION 3 – PROJECT MANAGEMENT PLAN
Describe who will be responsible for managing the project and provide a plan for successfully
completing the project within the scope, schedule and budget proposed in the application.
3.1 Project Manager
Tell us who will be managing the project for the Grantee and include contact information, a
resume and references for the manager(s). 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.
ANC will have oversight of this project. WH Pacific has agreed to provide technical assistance
with this Wind Study and complete an analysis based on the Met Tower data recording and
study.
3.2 Project Schedule
Include a schedule for the proposed work that will be funded by this grant. (You may include a
chart or table attachment with a summary of dates below.)
The following schedule is based on a March 2011 AEA announcement:
Grant Award Announcement: May 2011
Authorization to Proceed: May 2011
Obtain Site Control/Right of Entry/Permits May 2011
Erect Met Tower June 2011
Monitor Met Tower Data June 2011-May 31, 2012
Complete Geotech Field Work August 2011
Complete Geotech Report Nov 2011
Complete Wind Resource Report July 15, 2012
Complete Conceptual Design August 31, 2012
The above schedule is based on a May, 2011 AEA announcement.
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3.3 Project Milestones
Define key tasks and decision points in your project and a schedule for achieving them. The
Milestones must also be included on your budget worksheet to demonstrate how you propose to
manage the project cash flow. (See Section 2 of the RFA or the Budget Form.)
Obtain Site Control/Right of Entry/Permits: ANC proposes to get as much completed in
the first year including immediately seek approvals from permitting agencies.
Erect Met Tower: The earlier the met tower is collecting data, the earlier ANC will
have the wind resource data to ascertain the suitability of use this renewable resource.
ANC proposes to erect the tower immediately following approvals from the landowner and
permitting agencies.
Complete Geotechnical Field Work: In order to understand site conditions early in the
process, geotechnical field work would be conducted immediately following gaining
approvals from the land owner and permitting agencies. The geotechnical report would be
completed after 60 days.
Complete Wind Resource Report: The met tower will be monitored to ensure the wind
tower is functioning properly and the bird diverters are intact. Wind data will be collected
for one year.
Complete Conceptual Design: It is likely preliminary data from the met tower would
allow for a conceptual design to be drafted. The final concept design would be
completed as soon as possible following completion of the Wind Resource Report.
3.4 Project Resources
Describe the personnel, contractors, equipment, and services you will use to accomplish the
project. Include any partnerships or commitments with other entities you have or anticipate will
be needed to complete your project. Describe any existing contracts and the selection process
you may use for major equipment purchases or contracts. Include brief resumes and references
for known, key personnel, contractors, and suppliers as an attachment to your application.
ANC will hire WH Pacific (or comparable engineering contractor) to complete the geotechnical
work and the wind study analysis and if the wind study suggests a wind-diesel application is
feasible complete the conceptual design report. WHPacific resumes are included and attached.
Grant reporting will rest with George Peter of ANC with support for the reports to come from
WH Pacific. Grant management and reporting will be done through the ANC accounting and
bookkeeper. Responsibility for the implementation of this project will rest with ANC.
3.5 Project Communications
Discuss how you plan to monitor the project and keep the Authority informed of the status.
Weekly and monthly project coordination meetings will be held during the year to track
progress of the met tower and geotechnical work and address issues as they arise. It is
important a fter the met tower is installed, monthly communication with the project
team will be sufficient. WH Pacific will provide quarterly reports to ANC for finalization
and submission to AEA.
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3.6 Project Risk
Discuss potential problems and how you would address them.
Site control and any concerns from fish and game departments or other agencies with jurisdiction
need to be addressed. Proper communications and any issues with permits needed from federal
agencies or site control will be addressed immediately with the ANC council and federal
agencies.
Proper operation of the met tower over the duration of the data collection process must be
ensured. The met tower data will be checked each time data is collected to ensure proper
operation.
Weather related problems: Weather may disrupt the project, however the overall project
schedule will be delayed.
SECTION 4 – PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND TASKS
Tell us what the project is and how you will meet the requirements outlined in Section 2 of
the RFA.
The level of information will vary according to phase(s) of the project you propose to
undertake with grant funds.
If you are applying for grant funding for more than one phase of a project provide a
plan and grant budget form for completion of each phase.
If some work has already been completed on your project and you are requesting funding for
an advanced phase, submit information sufficient to demonstrate that the preceding phases
are satisfied and funding for an advanced phase is warranted.
4.1 Proposed Energy Resource
Describe the potential extent/amount of the energy resource that is available.
Discuss the pros and cons of your proposed energy resource vs. other alternatives th at may be
available for the market to be served by your project.
Based on the AEA Alaska high resolution wind resource map, Areas around Akaichak are
rated as a class 5 wind regime. The three proposed 100 kW turbines can be expected to
produce an average of 700,000 kWh per year.
4.2 Existing Energy System
4.2.1 Basic configuration of Existing Energy System
Briefly discuss the basic configuration of the existing energy system. Include information about
the number, size, age, efficiency, and type of generation.
ANC utilizes a new combined heat and power plant, upgraded in 2008 with (4) four generators.
Two (2) Cat C9 Marine 250kW mostly used in the summer and two (2) 3456 Cat Generators
rated at 475kW. From reports the total annual fuel use for this system is 129,046 gallons.
The wind study report will provide a complete analysis of the power output, fuel usage and costs
to operate the plant. The estimated fuel use in the winter is about 18-20,000 gallons per month.
This is the same time the wind resource across the region increases (based on nearby studies).
Summer months the loads decrease and the operators uses the 250kW to service the loads.
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4.2.2 Existing Energy Resources Used
Briefly discuss your understanding of the existing energy resources. Include a brief discussion of
any impact the project may have on existing energy infrastructure and resources.
Akiachak uses exclusively diesel and heating oil for electricity and heating production. An
installation of wind turbines would substantially reduce the use of fuel for electricity production.
4.2.3 Existing Energy Market
Discuss existing energy use and its market. Discuss impacts your project may have on energy
customers.
The existing energy market is the community of Akaichak residential, government and
commercial users. These include: The school, the tribal government and resident housing.
The installation of wind powered generators will reduce the dependence of fuel for the entire
community.
4.3 Proposed System
Include information necessary to describe the system you are intending to develop and address
potential system design, land ownership, permits, and environmental issues.
4.3.1 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
Basic integration concept
Delivery methods
Wind Power: ANC will complete a Feasibility Analysis, Resources Assessment, and if the
results are favorable for a wind generator a Conceptual Design to assess the possibility of
installing a wind generator; the purpose of this work is to gather background information to
plan a future alternative energy facility. The capacity is unknown at this time.
Anticipated barriers. None anticipated at this time
Basic integration concept/Delivery methods. The goal is to determine if a turbine is
warranted and this will be done through the study results and if they are favorable to a
conceptual design. This would detail how power from a wind turbine would be integrated
and delivered into the existing system. If the wind is suitable for development, the turbines
will interconnect with the power plant. no major changes are expected to the existing
electrical distribution grid.
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4.3.2 Land Ownership
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.
The Village corporation owns the land near the site.
4.3.3 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 discussion of potential barriers
Consultation with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in compliance with the Endangered
Species Act will be required to install the met tower. ANC will work with the agency to
ensure that the requirements of the Act are met, while allowing for the success of the project.
An U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Wetlands Permit may be needed for the geotechnical work.
The Corps has a “Nationwide Permit” for survey work, including geotech field work. This
permit usually takes no more than three weeks to obtain.
Other permits maybe needed and ANC will rely on the consultant design engineering company
to identify and obtain the necessary permits.
4.3.4 Environmental
Address 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 discuss other potential barriers
ANC will obtain permission to place the met tower and conduct geotechnical fieldwork from
the land owner as a part of this project. The community has supported this project in the
past, and it is not expected that a right of entry will problematic. Further work to obtain a
long term lease would be needed if the study finds that the wind turbines are feasible.
4.4 Proposed New System Costs and Projected Revenues
(Total Estimated Costs and Projected Revenues)
The level of cost information provided will vary according to the phase of funding requested and
any previous work the applicant may have done on the project. Applicants must reference the
source of their cost data. For example: Applicants Records or Analysis, Industry Standards,
Consultant or Manufacturer’s estimates.
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4.4.1 Project Development Cost
Provide detailed project cost information based on your current knowledge and understanding of
the project. Cost information should include the following:
Total anticipated project cost, and cost for this phase
Requested grant funding
Applicant matching funds – loans, capital contributions, in-kind
Identification of other funding sources
Projected capital cost of proposed renewable energy system
Projected development cost of proposed renewable energy system
ANC plans to conduct a Feasibility Analysis, Resources Assessment, and if the study is favorable a
Conceptual Design to assess the possibility of using wind power in Akiachak. This work will cost
$125,000. AEA has previously provided the funds for a Met tower and it is at the location ready for
installation. ($15,000)
If the wind resource proves suitable, the next phase of this project would be Final Design and
Permitting (Phase III). Although it is difficult to determine without an assessment of the resource
and what type, size, and number of turbine would be needed, ANC expects that the Final Design and
Permitting would cost up to $220,000.
ANC would provide a 5% in-kind match ($12,500). It is possible that the funding for this work could
come from the AEA Renewable Energy Program, the USDA Rural Utility Service program, or
another grant program.
The final phase of this project would be Construction and Commissioning (Phase IV). ANC
estimates that this phase could cost $4,250,000 assuming installation of three Northwind 100 wind
turbines. It is possible that the funding for this work could come from the AEA Renewable Energy
Program or the USDA Rural Utility Service program, or another grant program.
4.4.2 Project Operating and Maintenance Costs
Include anticipated O&M costs for new facilities constructed and how these would be funded by
the applicant.
(Note: Operational costs are not eligible for grant funds however grantees are required to meet
ongoing reporting requirements for the purpose of reporting impacts of projects on the
communities they serve.)
Met tower maintenance is expected to be under $1,200 for the duration of the data gathering.
4.4.3 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
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4.4.4 Project Cost Worksheet
Complete the cost worksheet form which provides summary information that will be considered
in evaluating the project.
Download the form, complete it, and submit it as an attachment. Document any conditions or
sources your numbers are based on here.
SECTION 5– PROJECT BENEFIT
Explain the economic and public 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:
Potential annual fuel displacement (gal and $) over the lifetime of the evaluated
renewable energy project
Anticipated annual revenue (based on i.e. a Proposed Power Purchase Agreement price,
RCA tariff, or cost based rate)
Potential additional annual incentives (i.e. tax credits)
Potential additional annual revenue streams (i.e. green tag sales or other renewable
energy subsidies or programs that might be available)
Discuss the non-economic public benefits to Alaskans over the lifetime of the project
Currently the system of generators utilizes 129,000 gallon per year. If the turbines can displace
30% of the fuel the annual savings at the current price of $3.56/gallon is $137,772. As the global
economy recovers from the recent recession fuel prices are expected to rise. At $6.00/gallon the
annual savings is $232,200.
Based on: 129,046 gallons -- reported usage for one year on the new gen sets.
Price Per Gallon Annual Fuel Costs Fuel Cost Saving @ 30% displacement 25 Year Project
$ 3.56 459,240.00 $ 137,772.00 $ 3,444,300.00
$ 4.00 516,000.00 $ 154,800.00 $ 3,870,000.00
$ 5.00 645,000.00 $ 193,500.00 $ 4,837,500.00
$ 6.00 774,000.00 $ 232,200.00 $ 5,805,000.00
There are also a variety of tax credits and other incentives; green tag sales, carbon offsets to add
to the annual revenue stream.
As the project progress into the design stage these figures and the benefit of the installations will
be more evident based on the wind study and conceptual design.
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SECTION 6– SUSTAINABILITY
Discuss your plan for operating the completed project so that it will be sustainable.
Include at a minimum:
Proposed business structure(s) and concepts that may be considered.
How you propose to finance the maintenance and operations for the life of the project
Identification of operational issues that could arise.
A description of operational costs including on-going support for any back-up or existing
systems that may be require to continue operation
Commitment to reporting the savings and benefits
The local govenment in the Akiachak community with the administrative support to
mange this request is the Akiachak Native Community. This project will be managed and
completed for the benefit of the Akaichak community. As the project progresses the
Native Village Corporation (plant operators) will become involved with the technical
support, receive training on turbine operation and the subsequent grant requests and
administrative support will transfer to the corporation.
Sustainability issues will be documented and reported in the wind and conceptual design
study.
SECTION 7 – READINESS & COMPLIANCE WITH OTHER GRANTS
Discuss what you have done to prepare for this award and how quickly you intend to proceed
with work once your grant is approved.
Tell us what you may have already accomplished on the project to date and identify other grants
that may have been previously awarded for this project and the degree you have been able to
meet the requirements of previous grants.
The local power company owned by the corporation has the Met tower ready for installation. The
project can proceed immediately after award notification. The wind study and subsequent
conceptual design grant will be managed by the Akiachak Native Community.
SECTION 8– LOCAL SUPORT
Discuss what local support or possible opposition there may be regarding your project. Include
letters of support from the community that would benefit from this project.
At this stage of the project there is no reported opposition to the project. As the project moves
into the design and permitting and construction stages letters of support will be solicited from
local and regional agencies interested in the success of the project.
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SECTION 9 – GRANT BUDGET
Tell us how much you want in grant funds Include any investments to date and funding sources,
how much is being requested in grant funds, and additional investments you will make as an
applicant.
Include an estimate of budget costs by milestones using the form – GrantBudget3.doc
The total cost through construction depend on the outcome of the wind resource study and
geotechnical report. If the project progresses into the Final Design Stage costs can be
determined more accurately.
The following is an estimate from other projects and an analysis of similar projects
funded through AEA, Denali Commission and the USDA adjusted for 2% cost increase:
Final Design and Permitting: $220,000
Construction Costs: $4,250,000
We are requesting $110,000 to complete a wind
study and geotechnical work. Based on:
Task Total
Obtain Site Control/Right of Entry/Permits $7,000
Erect, Monitor, and Dismantle Met Tower $5,000
Complete Geotechnical W ork $75,000
Complete W ind Resource Report $8,000
Complete Conceptual Design $15,000
Total $110,000
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SECTION 9 – ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION AND CERTIFICATION
SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS WITH YOUR APPLICATION:
A. Contact information, resumes of Applicant’s Project Manager, key staff, partners,
consultants, and suppliers per application form Section 3.1 and 3.4.
B. Cost Worksheet per application form Section 4.4.4.
C. Grant Budget Form per application form Section 9.
D. Letters demonstrating local support per application form Section 8.
E. An electronic version of the entire application on CD per RFA Section 1.6.
F. Authorized Signers Form.
G. Governing Body Resolution or other formal action taken by the applicant’s
governing body or management per RFA Section 1.4 that:
- Commits the organization to provide the matching resources for project at the
match amounts indicated in the application.
- Authorizes the individual who signs the application has the authority to
commit the organization to the obligations under the grant.
- Provides as point of contact to represent the applicant for purposes of this
application.
- Certifies the applicant is in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local,
laws including existing credit and federal tax obligations.
H. CERTIFICATION
The undersigned certifies that this application for a renewable energy grant is truthful
and correct, and that the applicant is in compliance with, and will continue to comply
with, all federal and state laws including existing credit and federal tax obligations.
Print Name
Signature
Title
Date
Atmautlauk Renewable Energy Project
Attachment A
RESUMES
Contents
WH Pacific
Brian Yanity
Casey Storey
Matthew Bergan
Northern Power
Alan Axworthy
Brett Pingree
Dowl
Maria Kampson
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Attachment B
Cost Worksheet
Attachment B
Cost Worksheet
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Please note that some fields might not be applicable for all technologies or all project
phases. The level of information detail varies according to phase requirements.
1. Renewable Energy Source
The Applicant should demonstrate that the renewable energy resource is available on a
sustainable basis.
Annual average resource availability.
Unit depends on project type (e.g. windspeed, hydropower output, biomasss fuel)
2. Existing Energy Generation and Usage
a) Basic configuration (if system is part of the Railbelt1 grid, leave this section blank)
i. Number of generators/boilers/other 4 Cat Gen Sets 2x250 Kw and 2x 475kW
ii. Rated capacity of generators/boilers/other
iii. Generator/boilers/other type
iv. Age of generators/boilers/other
v. Efficiency of generators/boilers/other
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 [kW h]
ii. Fuel usage
Diesel [gal]
Other
iii. 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 [kW h] 129,050 gallons reported for 2009
iii. Propane [gal or MMBtu]
iv. Coal [tons or MMBtu]
v. Wood [cords, green tons, dry tons]
vi. Other
1 The Railbelt grid connects all customers of Chugach Electric Association, Homer Electric Association, Golden Valley Electric
Association, the City of Seward Electric Department, Matanuska Electric Association and Anchorage Municipal Light and Power.
Attachment B
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3. Proposed System Design Capacity and Fuel Usage
(Include any projections for continued use of non-renewable fuels)
a) Proposed renewable capacity
(Wind, Hydro, Biomass, other)
[kW or MMBtu/hr]
Wind Turbine
b) Proposed annual electricity or heat production (fill in as applicable)
i. Electricity [kWh]
ii. Heat [MMBtu]
c) Proposed annual fuel usage (fill in as applicable)
i. Propane [gal or MMBtu]
ii. Coal [tons or MMBtu]
iii. Wood [cords, green tons, dry tons]
iv. Other
4. Project Cost
a) Total capital cost of new system 4,250,000
b) Development cost
c) Annual O&M cost of new system
d) Annual fuel cost
5. Project Benefits
a) Amount of fuel displaced for
i. Electricity 38,700
ii. Heat
iii. Transportation
b) Current price of displaced fuel
c) Other economic benefits
d) Alaska public benefits
6. Power Purchase/Sales Price
a) Price for power purchase/sale
7. Project Analysis
a) Basic Economic Analysis
Project benefit/cost ratio 1.25
Payback (years) 25
Attachment C
Grant Budget form
Renewable Energy Fund Grant Round IV Grant Budget Form 7-21-10
Milestone or Task Anticipated
Completion Date
RE- Fund
Grant Funds
Grantee Matching
Funds
Source of Matching
Funds:
Cash/In-kind/Federal
Grants/Other State
Grants/Other
TOTALS
(List milestones based on phase and type of project.
See Attached Milestone list. )
Obtain Site Control/Right of
Entry/Permits
$7,000
Erect Met Tower $5,000 2,500 $7,500
Complete Geotechnical Field Work $75,000
Complete Wind Resource Report $8,000
Complete Conceptual Design $15,000
TOTALS $110,000 $2,500 $112,500
Budget Categories:
Direct Labor & Benefits $2,500
Travel & Per Diem
Equipment
Materials & Supplies
Contractual Services $110,000
Construction Services
Other
TOTALS $110,000 $2,500 $112,500
Applications should include a separate worksheet for each project phase (Reconnaissance, Feasibility, Design and Permitting, and Construction)-
Add additional pages as needed
Attachment D
Electronic Version of the Proposal
Attachment E
Authorized Signers Form
Attachment F
Governing Body Resolution
Attachment G
Certification