HomeMy WebLinkAboutLime Village Corrected Grant 091410September 13, 2010
Mr. Butch White
813 West Northern Lights Boulevard
Anchorage, Alaska 99503
Dear Mr. White
Please find the attached Grant Application for Lime Village's project to retrofit then•
existing solar system with a new inverter. Because of the remoteness of Lime Village it
is very hard to coordinate activities to assist them with development of projects. One
example is that general mail delivery is once a week but sometimes it comes in only
monthly. This makes it very difficult to have original signature on documents. What we
have is in some cases is faxed documents with original signatures. We have also
certification that these are true and original signatures. The Lime Village Traditional
Council met on September 9, 2010 and approved the grant application for this project.
We would be able to provide any additional verification you might need beyond what is
included in this grant.
Alaska Energy Authority has identified that Lime Village is the only solar collection
system for a community within Alaska and it would be good to have a good workable
system. Should you have any questions or need additional information feel free to
contact me at (907)-543-7363 or email me at dwedllCa,�avcp.org
Sincerely i
Don Wedll
Project Manager
Lime Village Solar Collectors.
Following Documents are included:
1. Renewable Energy Fund Grant Application Round IV
2. Grant Budget Form
3. Project Cost/Benefits Worksheet
4. Grant Document Authorized Signers
5. Community Letter of Support and Faxed authorization
6. Support Letter- National Renewable Energy Laboratory
7. Don Wedll — Resume for Project Manager.
8. CD—pdfof Proposal
ALASKA
ENERGY AUTHORITY
Renewable Energy Fund
Grant Application Round IV
SECTION 1 —APPLICANT INFORMATION
Name: Lime Village Traditional Council
Typo of Entity: Tribal Government
Mailing Address
Physical Address
P.O. Box LVD- Lime Village VIA
Lime Village Tribal Office
McGrath, Alaska 99627-8999
Lime Village, Alaska
Telephone
Fax
Email
907-526-5236
907-526-5235
limovillage@gmall.com
1.1 APPLICANT POINT OF CONTACT / GRANTS MANAGER
Name
Title
Don Wedll
Project Coordinator
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 219 Bethel, Alaska 99559
Telephone Fax
Email
907-543.7363 907.543.5732
dwedll@avcp.org
1.2APPLICANT 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)
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
or
its board of directors, executive management, or other governing authority. If the
No
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
or
follow procurement standards that comply with the standards set forth in the grant
No
agreement.
Yes
1.2.4. If awarded the grant, we can comply with all terms and conditions of the attached
or
grant form. (Any exceptions should be clearly noted and submitted with the
No
application.)
Yes
1.2.5 We intend to own and operate any project that may be constructed with grant
or
funds for the benefit of the general public.
No
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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 Sword title for your project)
Retrofit Lime village Photovoltaic System
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.
Lime Village, Alaska
2.3 PROJECT TYPE
Put X in boxes as appropriate
2.3.1 Renewable Resource Type
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
X
Solar
Storage of Renewable
Other (Describe)
2.3.2 Proposed Grant Funded Phase(s) for this Request (Check all that apply)
Reconnaissance
Design and Permitting
Feasibility
Construction and Commissioning
Conceptual Design
2.4 PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Provide a brief one paragraph description of your proposed project.
Between 1990 and 2001 Lime. Village became the first community in Alaska to develop a hybrid
solar and diesel fuel generation system. Hybrid systems use more than one power source to meet
its community energy needs. This proposal is to upgrade and retro fit the existing solar system,
develop a remote monitoring system, and provide for ongoing maintenance of the system. The
system consists of an array of solar panels that can produce 12KW of electricity. The electricity
generated by the solar panels is stored in a battery system. The community's electrical energy
needs are then supplied by the batteries and supplemented by a diesel generator. The existing
cost of diesel fuel in Lime Village is approximately $8.00 per gallon. This generates an average
electrical cost of$1.00 to $1.50 per kilowatt. The community uses approximately 7,000 kw per
month and has 30 units using electricity. The proposed retrofit is predicted to result in a
significant reduction in the cost of electrical energy.
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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.)
The current cost of electrical production in Lime Village is very high. The solar system retrofit
can greatly reduce this cost by reducing the need for diesel fuel generated electricity. The
present cost of diesel fuel is $8.00 per gallon, resulting in a relatively high cost of electrical
energy. Being the first and only identified solar community system in Alaska the need to have
this system be as efficient as possible is significant. Other communities will look to Lime
Village as a case study when considering implementing solar systems in their own villages. The
solar system retrofit will reduce the cost of operation for the community government by
providing a low cost energy source. The community is small consisting of 25 housing units and
46 people. This project provides an opportunity for a remote Alaskan community to demonstrate
the use and benefits of solar electrical generation that other Alaskan communities will be able to
emulate and learn fiom when implementing their own solar projects.
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 funds would be used to convert and upgrade the present energy generating system into an
updated system that would benefit from newer technology. The existing solar panels and
batteries are in working condition, however what is needed to improve the overall system
functioning is funding to improve the system that connects the photovoltaic panels to the
distribution system and ultimately brings electricity to the community. In particular what is
needed is to purchase and install a better inverter. The project would also benefit from a remote
sensor to evaluate the production of electricity and planning funds for the development of a
maintenance system. The estimated funding needed for this project is as follows:
1. Inverter.........................................$40,000.00
2. Installation.... 6 06 6004 604 **Sol 040000004 **seed 0403105000.00
3. Remote sensing.....***** f fee fee of**** SM000400
4. Planning funds .... .............................$12,000.00
5. TOTAL ......... ............................... $725000,00
2.7 ' COST AND BENEFIT SUMARY
Include a summary of grant requesttand your projecPs total costs and beneiifs below.
Grant Costs
(Summary of funds requested)
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2.7.1
Grant Funds Requested in this application.
$
69,000.00
2.7.2
Other Funds to be provided (Project match)
$
3,000.00
2.7.3
Total Grant Costs (sum of 2.7.1 and 2.7.2)
$
729000900
Project Costs & Benefits
(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
$
72,000.00
including estimates through construction)
ZT5 Estimated Direct Financial Benefit (Savings)
$
323,559.00*
2.7.6 Other Public Benefit (if you can calculate the benefit in
$
2505000.00
terms of dollars please provide that number here and
explain how you calculated that number in your application
(Section 5.)
* see Section 5
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.
The project manager will be Don Wedll, who is employed by the Association of Village Council
Presidents. He will provide the project coordination and grant implementation. The supervisor
will be the Tribal Administrator Ursula Graham. With Lime Village Tribal Council being the
recipient of the grant. The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), through Brian
Hirsch in their Alaska office, will also provide technical advice and direction for the project. Dr.
Hi sch's contact information is:
Brian Hirsch, Ph.D. Senior Project Leader —Alaska National Renewable Energy Laboratory
www.nrelIcJ ph: 907-299-0268 brian.hirsch@nrel.gov.
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 project will be implemented under the following schedule.
1. Grant award notice
2. Within 2 months a review of the current system needs will be conducted and a new
inverter will be purchased based on the assessment.
3. In month 3 the inverter will be installed.
4. Within 4 months a remote sensing system will be implemented to monitor system
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5. In month 7 a maintenance system and corresponding contract will be established for the
solar system.
6. In month 8 the solar system will be completely working and running at capacity.
7. In month 9 the grant will be completed and reports prepared.
3.3 Project Milestones
Define key tasks and decision points in yourprojectand 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.)
Milestones
1. Confirm the type and cost of an inverter (lst month)
2. Purchase of inverter (2"d month)
3. Installation of inverter (3`d month).
4. Installation of remote sensor system (4°i month)
5. Photovoltaic system producing electricity (3`d montb)
6. Approved maintenance agreement (7°i month)
7. Project is completed (9°i month).
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.
The major components of this project are already in place. What is needed is technology to
upgrade the existing system and improve its operating efficiency. To complete this the
following people will be involved in different roles to ensure successful completion of the
project.
1. Ursula Graham: Tribal Administrator for Lime Village Traditional Council
2. Don Wedll: Project Manager has 35 years of experience implementing environmental
grants fiom private funding agencies, state agencies, and federal agencies. He has
implemented many new projects and a long history of working with Native people and
tribal governments.
3. Brian Hirsch: Senior Project Manager for Alaska National
Renewable Energy Laboratory.
4. Ernie Baumgartner, Raven Technology
5. David Mogar, Specialty Electric: Technical support and installation of inverter.
3.5 Project Communications
Discuss how you plan to monitor the project and keep the Authority informed of the status.
As each milestone is reached, the project manager will send a report documenting the completion
of that milestone or a status report if a milestone is not being reached according to the schedule
provided. The project manager will submit a final report on the project including the
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expenditures of funds status of all project milestones and goals, and an overall assessment of the
success of the project.
3.V Project Risk
Discuss potential problems and how you would address them.
The most significant potential problem is an unforeseen technical issue that is discovered during
the system assessment and retrofit that would require additional funds and could delay the
project as planned. Should this happen we would have to seek additional funds from other
agencies or private foundations to address this need. This may take additional time to find such a
funding source and require adjusting the schedule for completing the project. We believe this is
a very low risk because of initial assessments that indicate only the inverter needs replacement
and our confidence in a village maintenance regimen.
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 that may be
available for the market to be served by your project.
This project is unique in that the alternative energy source already exists (photovoltaic system for
a hybrid energy system). The problem is the system is not working and needs ungraded
technology to fix it. This is not a major project but requires support to upgrade the existing
system. All of the infrastructure is in place and what is needed is to improve the connection
system that takes the photovoltaic generated electricity and converts it to the community
distribution system. The present system is 12KW photovoltaic system that is installed and
working. The problem is the system that takes this electricity and distributes it to village
households does not work. The technology used for this was created in Australia and they have
proprietary information so only their technicians can work on the system. This has become very
expensive and the current situation is not tenable; therefore and it's been determined the best
solution moving forward is to have the inverter system replaced. While the possibility of
continuing working with the Australian company remains the expense of doing so would exceed
the value of the production of electricity (NPV<0) and is not the best long term solution. As well,
there have been significant improvements in inverter technology over the last decade that will
improve overall system efficiency.
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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.
The Existing Energy System is diesel generated electricity. Since the inverter is currently not
working all the electrical energy is being produced by the diesel generator and the solar system is
not being used. If a new inverter were installed the solar panels would generate annually about
30 percent of the electrical needs of the community, a significant portion of the community's
electrical needs. This photovoltaic system was developed between 1999 and 2001. It consists of
an array of photovoltaic panels that will generate 12KW of electricity.
4.2.2 Existing Energy Resources lJsed'
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.
The existing energy resource used is diesel fuel which has to be flown into Lime Village and is
very expensive. Because of this the photovoltaic system that is in place it is the best alternative
available for energy production in the community. There might be some potential for additional
hydro production. This would only work during times when the river is open.
4.2.3 Existing Energy Market
Discuss existing energy use and its market. Discuss impacts your project may have on energy
customers.
The energy production is used by the community households and the community buildings.
Without electrical energy the community water system and governmental building would have to
cease operations. This would create major problems in the community as well as other
environmental issues
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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
This project is unique in that the alternative energy source already exists (photovoltaic system for
a hybrid energy system). The problem is the system is not working and needs ungraded
technology to fix it. This is not a major project but requires support to upgrade existing system
components. All of the infrastructure is in place and what is needed is to upgrade the connection
system that takes the photovoltaic generated electricity and converts it to the community
distribution system. The present system is 12KW photovoltaic system that is installed and
working. The problem is that the system that takes this electricity to be distributed to the village
house holds does not work. The technology used for this was created in Australia and they have
proprietary information so only their technician's can work on the system. This has become very
expensive and is not a tenable situation; therefore it's been determined the best solution moving
forward is to replace the inverter system. While the possibility of continuing working with the
Australian company remains the expense of doing so would exceed the value of the production of
electricity (NPV<0) and is not the best long term solution.
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 system is located on native village corporate property. The system and proposed upgrade
will continue to remain in community ownership.
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
All the necessary permits and actions have been completed in the building of the system in 2000
there is no planned activity that would require additional permits or review.
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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
None of these enviromnental issues will impact by the retrofitting of a new inverter system into
this existing system. The main project would be to replace existing inverter system
4.4 Proposed New System Costs and. Protected 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.
4.4.1 Project Development Cost
Provide detailed project cost information based on your current knowledge and understanding of
the project. iCost 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
0 Projected development cost of proposed renewable energy system
The funds would be used to convert and upgrade the present energy generating system into an
updated system that would benefit fiom newer technology. The existing solar panels and
batteries are in working condition, however what is needed to improve the overall system
efficiency is funding to improve the system that connects the photovoltaic panels to the
distribution system and ultimately brings electricity to the community. In particular what is
needed is to purchase and install a better inverter. The project would also benefit fiom a remote
sensor to evaluate the production of electricity and planning funds for the development of a
maintenance system. The estimated funding needed for this project are as follows:
6. Inverter .. ...... ........... me, ............. met ...$40,000.00
7. Installation......................................$10,000.00
8. Remote sensing,. me **see** 10000004 004 1** 1 000400 4$10)000*00
9. Planning funds.................................$12,000.00
4.4.2 Project Operating and Maintenance Costs
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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.)
These costs are not available at this time.
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
None exists at this time.
4.4.4 Project Cost Worksheet
Complete the cost worksheet form which provides summary information that will be considered
in evaluating the project.
See attachment "Grant Budget Form"
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 $) over the lifetime of the evaluated
renewable energy project
• Anticipated annual revenue (based on i.e. a Proposed Power Purchase Agreement price,
RCA tariff, or cost based rate)
• Potential additional annual Incentives (i.e. tax credits)
• Potential additional annual revenue streams (i.e. green tag sales or other renewable
energy subsidies or programs that might be available)
• Discuss the non -economic public benefits to Alaskans over the lifetime of the project
• Generating approximately 30% of the community's electricity through solar vs diesel fuel
resulting is a cost savings of$XXX
• Moving toward energy independence, less reliant on diesel fuel and price fluctuations of
diesel fuel including the transportation costs of the fuel
• Improved air quality and less greenhouse gases produced as a result of shifting energy
production in Lime Village from solar and away fi•om diesel fuel
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The potential annual fuel displacement is anticipated to be 2,696 gallons of diesel fuel or a cash
value of $21,507.00. Over the 15 years of operation the expected saving would be 40,445
gallons of diesel fuel at current value ($8.00/gal) or $323,559.00 in current value. The anticipated
annual revenue has not been determined because of the relationship to diesel fuel prices and cost
based rate. The present average rate paid per kilowatt by individuals living in Lime Village is
$1.22. The tax credits and green tag sales have not been evaluated for this project mainly
because the existing solar panels are in place and paid for. The non -economic public benefit for
Alaskan would be that given a reduction in energy costs would allow for people at Lime Village a
more affordable place to live. This in turn would allow families to stay in the community and
provide economic growth related to the community. The project is the first model in Alaska
identified for the use of solar power for the generation of community electrical use and as such
the success of it should provide a useful model for Alaska and other northern communities. An
estimate of public benefit of a successful project to remote communities in Alaska would have
significant value. The benefit of saving 10 remote community $300,00.00 each would be of great
value to these communities and therefore the public benefit of a successful project at Lime
Village was estimated at $250,000.00.
SECTION ti— 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 project has allocated funds for developing a plan to finance the maintenance and operation of
tIle project. The project will work closely with Lite Alaska National Renewable Energy
Laboratory and Dr. Brian Hirsch on make is project sustainable. The present system is having on
going support through Raven Technology of McGrath. This support is also associated with
McGrath Light and Power. They will continue operating the present system and bring the solar
collectors back on line would reduce the over all costs of electrical energy.
The project would be able to provide annual savings and benefits reports with the development of
the remote sensing system and would be a requirement of the remote sensing system.
SECTION 7 —::READINESS & COMPLIANCE WITH'iOTHER GRANTS:'
Discuss what you have tlone 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.'
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Once we have the necessary grant award we will proceed to implement this project.
The project will be implemented under the following schedule.
1. Grant award notice
2. Within 2 months a review of present systems needs and purchase of anew inverter.
3. Month 3 installation of inverter.
4. Within 4 months establishment of remote sensing system.
5. Month 7 establish a maintenance system for the solar system.
6. Month 8 solar system is completely working and running at capacity.
7. Month 9 complete grant and prepare reports.
SECTION 8—'iLOCAL SUPORT i'
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.
See attachment. Letter of support for the project.
See attac{anent " GtmtG Budget Forru "
Milestones
I. Determine the type and cost of an inverter (ls` month) $40,000.00
2. lnstallaLIon ofinverter (2"d month). $1V,000.00
3. Installation of remote sensor system (4°i month) $10,000.00
4. Photovoltaic system producing electricity (3`d month)
5. Approved maintenance agreement (7°i month) $12,000.00
6. Project is completed (12t" month).
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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 1.8.
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
Don Wecill
Signature
Title
Project Manager
Date
9113/10
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ALASKA Renewable Energy Fund Round 4
. ENERGY AUTHORITY Project Cost/Benefit Worksheet
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. Solar
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2. Existing Energy Generation and Usage
Unknown
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Electricity [kWh] 84,000 kw
Fuel usage
Diesel [gall 123923
Other n/a
Peak Load 15 kw per hour
Average Load 9.6 kw per hour
Minimum Load ' 5 kw per hour
Efficiency unavailable
Future trends Increase cost of fuel, all fuel has to be flown in to Lime Village
tnual heatina'fuel usadeP(fill in as ao)licable)
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n/a
n/a
dry tons] n/a
n/a
� The Railbelt grid connects a!I customers of Chugach Electric Association, Homer electric. Assodatlon, C3olden Valley Electric
Assodatlon, the City of Seward Electric Department, Matanuska Electric. Assodatlon and Anchorage Municipal Light and Power.
RFA AEA11-005 Application Cost Worksheet Page 1 7-21-10
/ALASKA Renewable Energy Fund Round 4
ENERGY AUTHORITY Project Cost/Benefit Worksheet
3. Proposed System Design Capacity and Fuel Usage
(Include any projections for continued use of non-renewable fuels)
a) Proposed renewable capacity Solar with capacity of 17520 kw annually
4. Project Cost
5. Project Benefits
17,520 kw
n/a
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$45,000.00
$17,000,00
$10,000,00
n/a
Annually 2,696 gallons
n/a
n/a
6. Power Purchase/Sales Price
7. Project Analysis
Annually $21,507.00
$323,550.00 over term of project (15 years)
$250,000.00
$1.22 per kw
Approximately 8
3.33 years
RFA AEA11-005 Application Cost Worksheet Page 2 7-21-10
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September 10, 2010
Ursula Graham, Administrator
Lime Village Traditional Council
PO Box LVD-Lime Village VIA
McGrath, AK 99627-8999
Dear Ms. Graham:
This is a letter of support for the refurbishment of Lime Village's solar electric array. As one of Alaska's
first village scale solar energy projects, we believe it is important forth is effort to be a successful
demonstration of the technology with many lessons learned for replication elsewhere.
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) is the nation's primary laboratory focused on energy
efficiency and renewable energy. NREL is a government -owned -contractor -operated facility managed
and operated by the Alliance for Sustainable Energy, LLC ("Alliance") under U.S. Department of Energy
(DOE) Contract No. DE-AC36-08GO28308.
I have personally been involved in the installation of several solar electric systems throughout the state
and have seen firsthand the value they can provide in the appropriate setting. Considering the
extremely high cost of electricity in Lime Village and your solar opportunity, this appears to be one of
those appropriate settings. As well, since much of the system is already in place, the incremental
investment to repair the system seems well worth the effort.
Through NREL's Alaska office, we will provide technical advice and assistance, same training and
information for local people to better maintain the system, and an outreach vehicle to share project
performance and success. We can also help connect local personnel with other expertise to better
maintain and improve the system overtime,
Best of luck on your application.
Sincerely,
Brian Hirsch, Ph.D.
Senior Project Leader —Alaska
Brian.Hirsch@nrel.gov
Alaska office:
420 L Street, # 305
Anchorage, AK 99501
907-271-3633
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09/04/2010 00:12 9075265235 LIME VILLAGE TRAD PAGE 02
Lime Village Traditional Council
Po Box LV17 — Lime Village VIA
McGrath, Alaska 99627-8999
I'hone:907-526-5236 Fax:907-526-5235 Email: limeviltage@gmaiti.eom
Alaska lincegy Authority
813 West Northern lights Blvd
Anchorage, Alaska 99503
)car Sir:
Phis is a request to have an analysis's of Limc Village solar collector system to determine
what might be done to improve its operation. This project was designed as a demonstxa(iou
project and we would verb, much like for it to be a model for other communities. We would
have some limited financial resources to help with this determination. We have very limited
personnel resources to assist in the operation of the solar panels and would also need a
stratq)T to conduct some form of maintenance on the system. 'There was some discussion
that a remote system could be set up to determine the production of system and how it is
petforming. Any assistance in how we should proceed would be greatly appreciated.
Because we have very limited personnel to handle this issue and if you could work through
1)on Wedll at AVCP it would probably increase our ability make this effort more successful.
His contact information is dwedll@avcp.org , office telephone 907-543-7363, mailing
address Association of Village Council Presidents, P.O. Box 219, Bethel, Ali. 99559.
Thank you very much for your time. Should you have any further questions please contact
me, at 907-526-5236 or by email at limevillage@)gmail.com.
Sincerely
l.lrsula Graham
Administrator, Lime Viliage Traditiotal Council
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FitOM: Lime Village Traditional Council
PO Box LVD - Lime Village VIA.
McGrath, Alaska 9%27-M9
Phone: 907.526.5236
TO: Don Wedil
AVCP NEPA Coordinator
PO Box 219
Bethel, Alaska 99559
Phone: (907) 543-7363
Fax: (907) 543-5732
DAT)?: September 9, 2010
2 PAGES SENT, INCLUDWG THI5 COVER SHBfiT.
Don,
Here is a copy of the letter we sent to the AEA,
Let me know if you need anything at all. Keep in mind my Internet connection is
not working herein Lithe Village right now so you need to call 907-526�5236 to
contact me.
Thank you.
Ursula Graham
Don Wedll
Association of Village Council Presidents
NEPA Coordinator/ Peer Assistance Program
P.O. BOX 219
(907)-543-7363
dwedll@avep.org
Job History
Association of Village Council Presidents
NEPA Coordinator/ Peer Assistance Program
June 2009 to Present
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Kuskokwim Campus Bethel
Instructor: Mathematics.
August 2009 to May 2010
Planning
Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe
Onamia, MN
Start Date: June 2001 End Date: October 2008
Du•ector of Long Range Planning. To develop a 50 year plan for the Mille Lacs Band of
Ojibwe.
Conunissioner ofNatural Resources
Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe
Onamia, MN
Start Date: 1982 End Date:2001
The development ofnatural resources and environmental program for the Mille Lacs
an of Ojibwe. This include development ofnatural resource programs: timber
management, land ownership, land use, regulation development, enforcement and
environmental programs. As commissioner it included supervision of 25 staff, issuing
natural resources and environmental regulations, administration of federal grants, state
grants, and tribal natural resources funds, preparing and managing budgets.
Chief of Police
Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe
Onamia, Mn.,
Start Date: 1986 End Date:1987
The Chief of Police require doing law enforcement on the Mille Lacs Indian Reservation.
This included enforce tribal laws, federal laws and some state laws. It wnsisted of
development of the law enforcement authority on the reservation, budgeting and
administrating the department.
Director of Economic Development
Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe
Onarnia, MN
Start Date: 1983 End Date: 1985
This was an addition position held relating to the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe and related
to the economic development of the Mille Lacs Reservation,
Chairperson
Mille Lacs Band History Book Committee
Onamia, MN
Start Date:1980 End Date:1981
This committee oversaw the writing of the first history of the Mille Lacs Reservation.
Commissioner and Principal
Cormnissioner of Education
Onamia, Mn.,
Start Date:1979 End Date:1981
The Commissioner of Education has responsibility to administer educational program on
the Mille Lacs Indian Reservation. It also included being the principal of the tribal high
school. The Cormnissioner responsibility included development of education program,
Director of Education
Mille Lacs Band of Chippewa
Onamia,
Start Date:1977 End Date:1979
Duector of Education for the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe. This included the estabiishrnent
of tribal operated k-12 grade school. Developing budgets and programs for the
implementation of education programs for the members of the Mille Lacs Reservation.
Du•ector ofTutoring and Training
Mille Lacs Band of Chippewa
Onamia„ MN
Start Date:1975 End Date:1976
Directing and administrating a federal grant that provided for tutoring and tutor hauring
in the public school.
Tutor and Education Development
Mille Lacs Band of Chippewa
Onamia, MN
Start Date:1973 End Date:1975
Tutor in math and reading. The development of tutoring program for tribal children in the
public school system.
Adjunct history faculty
Brainerd Community College
Start Date:2001 End Date:2006
Adjunct native religion faculty
College of St. Scholastica
Brainerd„ MN
Start Date:2005 End Date:2006
Teaching one 4 credit class in Native American philosophy.
Minnesota Historical Society
Mille Lacs Indian Museum and Trading Post
Development and Interpretation Committee
Start Date: 1988 End Date 1994
Adjunct history faculty
Brainerd Community College
Start Date:1998 End Date:1999
Adjunct history faculty
Brainerd Community College
Start Date:1989 End Date:1991
Adjunct mathematics faculty
Brainerd Commnunity College
Start Date:1974 End Date:1975
Associate mathematics professor
Mom•head State University
Start Date:1971 End Date:1972
Geographic Information System training
United States Bm•eau of Indian Affairs
Start Date: April 1992
Wetland Management and Protection
Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe
Onamia, MN
Start Date: January 1991
Planned Management Systems WP205 - Organization of Wildlife Planners in cooperation
Colorado State University training on wildlife management and development
Census Bureau
United States Department of Commerce
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Optional Education
Bemidji State University, MN Date Completed: 1985
Education Administration
Courses: Advanced education programs
University of Utah Date Completed: 1984
Wildlife management certification
St. Cloud State University, Mn Date Completed: 1979
Educational Administration
Courses: Advanced education programs
Moorhead State University, MN
Masters Degree, mathematics
Moorhead State University Date Completed: 1972
Bachelors Degree, education
Moorhead State University Date Completed: 1971
Bachelors Degree, mathematics
Fergus Falls Community College Date Completed: 1969
Associate Degree, general studies
Add Education Reorder Education
Optional Certificates/Licenses/Additional Training
Add Certificate/License
Optional Additional Skills
Optional Notes
PROFESSIONAL: Professional paper "Human Rights of American Indian in Minnesota"
presented Hameline University, Hameline Public Policy (2008). Professional paper
"Basic Subsistence Existence Needs of the Mille Lacs Ojibwe" (1984, revised 1986)
"Dietary Intake and Body Mass Index of Adults in Two Ojibwe Cornmunities," Journal
of American Dietetics (1999), Bernadette de Gonzague, Harriet V. Kulnein, Oliver
Recevear, Don Wedll, PROFESSIONAL: Financial and Program Obligations Technical
Assistance - Bureau of Indian Affairs, November 1986 Public Law 93-638 Training and
Policy Procedure 25CFR 271-277 and the Consolidated Tribal Government Programs -
Bureau of Indian Affairs, November 1982 Professional memberships Organization of
Wildlife Managers and Planners Minnesota State hndian Scholarships Committee Great
Lakes Indian Fish and Wildlife Commission Voigt Task Force Mille Lacs Museum and
Commercial Task Force, Anishinabe Opportunity Industrial Council (Board member),
Region V United States Environmental Protection Agency (Minnesota tribal
representative), - National Tribal Operation Committee (Chairperson 2 yrs)- Senior
Environmental Enforcement Team (member), National Advisory Council on
Environmental Policy and Technology (member), Center for Indigenous People's
Nutrition and Environment. Local Community involvement Mille Lacs Band Powwow
Committee Little Whitefish Lake Association Mille Lacs Lake Association, Crow Wing
County Human Rights Commnission.
Interests and activities Mathematics, philosophy, poetry, history, American Indian
culture, art, wood carving, drawing