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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMarshall Wood Fired Boiler Ohogamiut Traditional Council AppALAS KA INL�-� ENERGY AUTHORITY Renewable Energy Fund Grant Application M Name (Name of utility, IPP, or government entity submitting proposal) Ohogamiut Traditional Council Type of Entity: Tribal Government Mailing Address Physical Address 0hogarniut Traditional Council PO Box 49 Marshall, Ak, 99585 Telephone Fax I Email (907)679-6517 1 (907)679-6516 1.1 APPLICANT POINT OF CONTACT Name Title Jacob Isaac Environmental Director Mailing Address Ohogamiut Traditional Council Attn: EPAIIGAP Director PC Box 49 Marshall, Ak. 99585 Telephone Fax Email (907)679-6032 1 (907)679-6034 otcigap@yahoo.com EN 0 1 4 N I AEA 09-004 Grant Application Page 2 of 12 9/3/2008 / ") ALASKA GIVIF 41197-D ENERGY AUTHORITY Grant Applicati The type of project we are proposing is a feasibility analysis throuvh the construction ot a wood - There are many types of wood -fired boiler systems available on the market but they are very costly and the freight to bring them to the villages would likely triple the cost of the boiler system. We are proposing to build a wood stove from local scrap metal, e.g., old fuel tanks that are no longer used, but the water containers must be shipped to the village because we do not have the capabilities or the resources to manufacture thern. The project will be located in the village of Marshall and the Ohogamiut Traonal Council EPA Department will oversee the Project Director - S45,000/year X 12 months = $45,000 Boat Rental - 4 boats and 8 people = $ 10,000 Gas and Oil — estimated at 200 gallons X $7.26/gallon = $1452.00 Office Supplies — estimated at $2,000.00 Office Rental — Cost shared, $I 00,00/month X 12 months = $1,200,00 Computer with printer — estimated at $3,000.00 Desk and Chair — with estimated freight = $1,500.00 Electrician - $60,000/year X 3 months = $15,000 Electrician's Assistant - S40,000/year X 3 months = $10,000 Plumber — S60,000/year X 3 months = $15,000 Plumber's Assistant - $40,000 /year X 3 ) months = $10,000 Welder - S60,00011year X 3 months = $15,000 Rental (welding machine with rods, gas, oil, etc.) 1 00/day X 75 days = $7,500 Sawyer - $35,00011year X 12 months = $35,000 Travel — Training for Sawyer estimated at $2,500 Laborers — 4 laborers at $30,000/year X 12 months = $120,000 Sawmill — Freight estimate and Sawmill = $35,000 Wood Stoves with water pipes = estimated 6 stoves X $3,000 = $18,000 * * ATV — With Freight and Trailer estimate = $ 10,000 ** - Cost share — Already in place Total $357,152.00 AEA 09-004 Grant Application Page 3 of 12 9/3/2008 Renewable Energy Fund 9MED, /6") ALASKA 41ME7) ENERGY AUTHORITY Grant Application Some of the advantages of a wood -fired boiler system are the replacement ot non-renewable energy resources used for heating residential homes as well as the electricity and or diesel fuel used for heating water. The hot water could be used for pre -heating water before it goes into a conventional hot water tank for potable hot water. It could also be used in a clothes dryer where the hot water provides heat for the dryer instead of using electricity. Electric generators in the villages use diesel fuel and so the hot water from the boiler will displace the amount of diesel fuel from the generators. The benefits to the Alaskan public are numerous, including the reduction of funds used for diesel fuel in heating homes and the production of electricity. Other benefits include job creation — the types of positions needed for this project will be laborers for wood handling, welders for building stoves, plumbers for connecting water tanks to homes, electricians to connect water pumps to the water containers. The use of wood -fired boilers could benefit all of rural Alaska through the creation of much -needed local jobs and the reduction of i1el cnsts AEA 09-004 Grant Application Page 4 of 12 9/3/2008 L A S K A 41Kc:) ENERGY AUTHORITY The Ohogamiut Traditional Council EPA Department will be managing the project. See attachment for resume. Activity Proposed Start Proposed Finish Hire welder and laborers First week of project First month of project Order supplies for wood stoves and installation materials Project beginning On -going throughout project as supplies needed Construction of wood -fired boilers and connection to homes is the tirst phase. We tiave listeO 0 stoves, and depending on interest in the pilot project and the number of homes that signed up, we will need to figure out how many stoves to build. This will take place at the beginning of the M-MMIN-Mliffmal The project manager will post job opening notices tor various positions witn aeacinnes ana qualifications at the beginning of the project. The first phase will include a welder and laborers for the construction of the wood -fired boilers. We anticipate either purchasing equipment or rental of welding equipment. The services needed will be office related such as procurement of supplies. Other services will be rental of heavy equipment to move stoves if necessary. Partnerships with the local businesses and organizations has already taken place through a Memorandum of Agreement that outlines cooperation for the village of Marshall to enhance the AEA 09-004 Grant Application Page 5 of 12 9/3/2008 ALASKA Renewable Energy Fund ENERGY AUTHORITY Grant Application Through the use of required status reports and monthly reports. Some of the problems that might occur are that the materials to build the stoves might not be the best because of decay, but we will make every effort to make the best selections of the materials. The freight costs for the water containers will be expensive and hopefully we have not underestimated the costs. We could ask for local donations to cover those costs. The immediate vicinity of the village of Marshall has a lot of cirittwoo(i avaiiatne. i nat: cirinwoou is mainly composed of cotton wood, which has less BTUs than black spruce. Every spring we get a new source of driftwood with the spring melting of the Yukon River. We also have some standing old growth black spruce, and other species of spruce. Only the old growth spruce trees will be used if we need to gather more standing trees. The main gathering of driftwood will be right after spring breakup. The pros of the project are that we could build cost effective and energy efficient wood -fired boilers at less than market value — past research indicates that wood -fired boilers on the market exceed $3,000, and that is not including fright costs which could triple the cost of the boilers. The cons of the project are that we could deplete our renewable energy resources if the project succeeds — we could build more than we can handle, or the popularity of the project when consumers see that it saves money will deplete our resources. The total cost of the project should be less than other renewable energy alternatives such as solar power. The sun has less energy in Alaska during the winter morittis wrien we neea to neat our noinus. The existing home energy systems include home wood stoves, ctiesel ruel neaters ana ciesei iireu ounci s. Water heaters are either electric or diesel heaters. The local electric generators are diesel powered. The IIANSWI &Vraded about 5 years a o. The existing energy resources are renewable energy resources sucii as wood stoves anti non-rcilc7awt, energy resources such as gas and diesel. The project may have an impact on the local economy because we will use less diesel fuel for heating our homes. But, in the long run this will benefit the consumer AEA 09-004 Grant Application Page 6 of 12 9/3/2008 /41WE" ') ALASKA GME,7', ENERGY AUTHORITY because they will not be concentrating on heating their homes with expensive diesel fuel but rather cost The main energy use is in the heating of residential homes using diesel fuel. The market will see an Z� impact because more people will use energy efficient wood stoves. The consumer will be able to use his money other ways than trying to save it for home heating fuel. The demand for diesel fuel could be cut to just the local businesses using diesel fuel for space heating. Z�' 1. Description — A wood -fired boiler system using driftwood in the village of Marshall. 2. Optimum installed capacity — varies depending on the size of the water holding tank — cost per BTU will be less than for diesel fuel — approx. 120,000 BTUs over several cold days. 3. Anticipated capacity factor — variable sizes of water tanks > 100 gallons and < 1,000 gallons depending on interest of household members. 4. anticipated annual generation — unlimited 5. anticipated barriers — cost of acquiring equipment will be greater than anticipated. 6. Basic integration concept — 7. Delivery methods — Ready to install — boiler systems will be built or installed in the households. Land ownership issues will be discussed with the City of Marshall. Rights -of -way will also be discussed for the installation of multiple housing water heaters, Depending on the interest of households we will discuss with individuals on access. R 11 1 MZMSSZ1 AEA 09-004 Grant Application Page 7 of s2 9/3/2008 I"441mE"'-73" ALASKA Renewable Energy Fund ENERGY AUTHORITY Grant Application 1 . Threatened or Endangered species — does not apply 2. Habitat issues — does not apply 3. Wetlands and other protected areas — does not apply 4. Archaeological and historical resources — does not apply 5. Land development constraints — does not apply 6. Telecommunications interference — does not apply 7. Aviation considerations — does not apply 8. Visual, aesthetics impacts — minimal impact due to smoke or smoke stacks 9. Identify and discuss other potential barriers — interest from local residents might be M, This project is a feasibility study to determine the above proposed costs and revenues. The project operation and maintenance costs will be determined at the end of the project. AEA 09-004 Grant Application Page 8 of 12 9/3/2008 ALASKA ENERGY AUTHORITY No power purchase or sale is anticipated with this type of project. Download the form, complete it, and submit it as an attachment. Document any conditions or sources your numbers are based on here. AEA 09-004 Grant Application Page 9 of 12 9/3/2008 4WE Renewable Energy Fund ALASKA ENERGY AUTHORITY Grant Application The completed project will be self perpetuating — the consumer or business owner where the • are installed will be responsible for the operations. We will provide the data that tracks costs compared to diesel fuel to entice the local residents to use the product. The business The • cost of diesel fu I in the villages should entice the local consumer to use a wood -tired boiler system that will be cheaper over the life of the boiler system, Additional project development could include the creation of jobs if we entice the local businesses to use the • Potential fuel displacement — 178,200 gallons of diesel fuel over 10 years — (99 households X 30 gallons diesel X 6 months X 10 years). At today's fuel price that is over $700,000 in savings to local consumers alone. • No anticipated revenue projected. • No tax credits projected, but the incentives are savings to consumers. • No revenue streams projected. • Public benefits — cooperation for a common goal. Pull together the community for a mm"Ifeluelva-UMM Provide a narrative summary regarding funding sources and your financial commitment to the project. AEA 09-004 Grant Application Page 10 of 12 9/3/2008 OGIL-L)", ALASKA ENERGY AUTHOR[TIY AEA 09-004 Grant Application Page 11 of 12 9/3/2008 ALASKA ENERGY AUTHORITY A. Resumes of Applicant's Project Manager, key staff, partners, consultants, and suppliers per application form Section 3.1 and 3.4 1pi _ !� 0111111 111 :�illillill �11 : =61 0xi i ... E. Governing Body Resolution per RFA Section 17.1 Enclose a copy of the resolution or other formal action taken by the applicant's X�overning body or management that: - authorizes this application for project funding at the match amounts indicated in the application - authorizes the individual named as point of contact to represent the applicant for purposes of this application - states the applicant is in compliance with all federal state, and local, laws including existing credit and federal tax obligations. 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. - AEA 09-004 Grant Application Page 12 of 12 9/3/2008 OHOGAMIUT TRADITIONAL COUNCIL (OTC) P.O. Box 49, Marshafl, AK 99585 Ph: (907) 679-6517/6598 Fax (907) 679-6516 "Let its put our Jffinds Together and see what kind of Life we can buildfor our Children " —Sitting Bull WHEREAS, the OTC is a federally recognized tribal governinent with jurisdiction in Marshall, Alaska who continually strives to ensure that the health, safety, and welfare of the community is prioritized; and WHEREAS, the nation-wide energy crisis has crippled Rural Alaska via Transportation which determines the cost of living standards; heating fuel now costs $7.54 per gallon, gasoline at $7.26 per gallon, bottled propane now costing $293.47; and -WKL EA�i, alternative and renewawe energy sources must now 7nor seriously on the village level especially to off -set high fuel inflated costs to heat our homes and public facilities; and ---- ----- --------- PASSED AND APPROVED BY a duly constituted quorum of the OTC governing Body on this day of October, 2008. YES NO ABSTAIN e � 0 )hauna Howell From: Butch White Sent: Monday, November 17, 2008 11:44 AM To: Shauna Howell; Marge Cabanski Cc: Peter Crimp Subject: FW: Ohogamiut TC Renewable Energy Grant Application 1 of 2 Attachments: OTC GrantBudgetproposall 1 1008.xls; ALAS KA ENERGY AUTHORITY RESOLUTION 08-16.doc Sauna & Marge Attached is part of the Marshall (Ohogamiut) application. Steve has decided to accept this application for Round If. From: Ohogamiut Tc [mailto:otcigap@yahoo.com] Posted At: Monday, November 10, 2008 2:19 PM Posted To: Re —Fund —o"iW"",jg1,J4 i TC Ji ijai 12 Itsial b1m tit elm your assistance. wlmvlll� Environmental Coordinator 0hogarnlut Traditional Council PO Box 49 Marshall, Ak. 99585 From: Butch White Sent: Monday, November 17, 2008 11:45 AM To: Shauna Howell; Marge Cabanski Cc: Peter Crimp Subject: FW: 2 of 2 Ohogamiut TC Renewable Energy Grant Application Attachments: OTC Renewable Engergy GrantApp08.doc Shauna & Marge Attached is the other part of the Marshall (0hogamiut) application. Steve has decided to accept this application for Round 11. From: Ohogamiut Tc [mailto:otcigap@yahoo.com] Posted At: Monday, November 10, 2008 2:24 PM Posted To: Re —Fund Mr. Vhite' I and having trouble with the email system. Attached is the grant application itself. Jacob Isaac Environmental Coordinator 0hogarmut Traditional Council PO Box 49 Marshall, Ak. 99585 /40KIED ALASKA Renewable Energy Fund 90ME ENERGY AUTHORITY Grant Application MMIMUUMMM11 �70MWMMV The following application forms are required to be submitted for a grant recommendation: rGrant Application GrantApp.doc— Application form in MS Word that includes an outline of Form information required to submit a complete application. Applicants should use the form to assure all information is provided and attach additional information as required. Application Cost Costworksheet.doc Summary of Cost information that should be addressed Worksheet by applicants p reparing their application. Grant Budget GrantBudget.xis -in ' A detailed grant budget that includes a breakdown of Form costs by task and a summary of funds available and reque ted to complete the work for which funds are being requested. Grant Budget antBudgetinstr.pdf Instructions for completing the above grant budget form. Form Instructions If you are applying for grants for more than one project, provide separate application forms for each project. 1 !J • If you are applying for grant funding for more than one phase of a project, provide a plan and grant budget 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. • If you have additional information or reports you would like the Authority to consider in reviewing your application, either provide an electronic version of the document with your submission or reference a web link where it can be downloaded or reviewed. VAZHE'.... Alaska Energy Authority is subject to the Public Records Act, AS 40.25 and materials submitted to the Authority may be subject to disclosure requirements under the act if no statutory exemptions apply. All applications received will be posted on the Authority web site after final recommendations are made to the legislature. AEA 09-004 Grant Application Page 1 of 12 9/2/2008