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Application Forms and Instructions
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Renewable Energy Fund Grant. An electronic version of the Request for Applications (RFA)
and the forms are available online at http://www.akenergyauthority.org/RE_Fund.html
The following application forms are required to be submitted for a grant recommendation:
Grant Application
Form
GrantApp.doc Application form in MS Word that includes an outline of
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
Worksheet
Costworksheet.doc Summary of Cost information that should be addressed
by applicants in preparing their application.
Grant Budget
Form
GrantBudget.xls A detailed grant budget that includes a breakdown of
costs by task and a summary of funds available and
requested to complete the work for which funds are being
requested.
Grant Budget
Form Instructions
GrantBudgetInstr.pdf Instructions for completing the above grant budget form.
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Multiple phases for the same project may be submitted as one application.
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.
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preceding phases are satisfied and funding for an advanced phase is warranted.
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reviewing your application, either provide an electronic version of the document with
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recommendations are made to the legislature.
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SECTION 1 – APPLICANT INFORMATION
Name (Name of utility, IPP, or government entity submitting proposal)
Yukon Koyukuk School District
Type of Entity: School District
Mailing Address
Yukon Koyukuk School District
4762 Old Airport Way
Fairbanks, Alaska 99709-4456
Physical Address
Yukon Koyukuk School District
4762 Old Airport Way
Fairbanks, Alaska 99709-4456
Telephone
907 374-9400
Fax
907 374-9440
Email
kboyd@yksd.com
1.1 APPLICANT POINT OF CONTACT
Name Kathy Christy
Title Project Manager
Mailing Address 51 72 E. 98th
Anchorage, AK 99507
Telephone
907 868-3498
Fax
907 868-2887
Email
christykj@gci.net
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)
An electric utility holding a certificate of public convenience and necessity under AS
42.05, or
An independent power producer, 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 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.)
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SECTION 2 – PROJECT SUMMARY
Provide a brief 1-2 page overview of your project.
2.1 PROJECT TYPE
Describe the type of project you are proposing, (Reconnaissance; Resource Assessment/
Feasibility Analysis/Conceptual Design; Final Design and Permitting; and/or Construction) as
well as the kind of renewable energy you intend to use. Refer to Section 1.5 of RFA.
Reconnaissance; Resource Assessment/ Feasibility Analysis/ Conceptual Design; Final
Design and Permitting
2.2 PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Provide a one paragraph description of your project. At a minimum include the project location,
communities to be served, and who will be involved in the grant project.
This project is to develop a wood energy project for the Kaltag school and community. The
school is the largest consumer of power in the community so that it is appropriate for the District
to take the lead role in the development of this project, but for biomass utilization to be
sustainable in the community and to possibly expand to other nearby communities a cooperative
effort is required. This project will be developed in phases. The first phase will be to identify
the energy requirements and to confirm the availability of the resource. A preliminary cost
benefit analysis will be conducted to verify that the project and fuel supply has the potential to be
sustainable and that the projected cost will justify the development costs. Environmental issues
will be identified and community meetings held to confirm support for the project. Potential
business partners will be identified. If the first phase of development yields favorable results the
project will proceed to Phase II and a more detailed business plan and project concept design will
be developed. The District plans to contract with William Wall, PhD. who is developing the Ft.
Yukon Bio mass project, to perform the reconnaissance, feasibility studies and harvest
management plan. To proceed to final design, Phase III the commitment of a wood supplier is
required. The existing heating system at the Kaltag School is in very poor condition and the
District has designed a replacement system and is waiting for approval of a Department of
Education grant for construction. The design of a conventional hydronic heating system for the
Kaltag School heating has been completed to the design development level by WH Pacific. The
engineer effort to date will be coordinated with wood heat engineering. Kathy Christy, an
experienced project manager, will serve as the District’s project manager responsible for
coordinating the work of the consultants and the compilation of the reports and
recommendations.
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2.3 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. Include a project cost summary that includes an estimated total cost
through construction.
The total cost through Phase III is $306,000. The District will provide $2,500 in in-kind staff
labor during Phase I and II and a total of $15,000 in cash. The cash will allocated between the
three phases as outlined below:
Phase I grant request $16,550 cash $1,000 $19,050
in-kind $1,000
Phase II grant request $144,950 cash $6,500 $152,450
in-kind $1,000
Phase III grant request $127,000 cash $7,500 $134,500
Total Phases I-III $288,000 $17,500 $306,000
There are too many variables that need to be researched before a construction cost estimate can
be developed. The construction could range from a stick fired boiler at the school installed with
the new oil fire boilers for as little as $200,000 to $400,000. The best solution might be a
centralized wood fired heating system serving all the large building in the community and
costing three to four times more. Harvest equipment costs could range from $100,000 to
$400,000 depending on what equipment is available locally and the size of the recommended
boiler. The capital cost in Ft. Yukon to serve all commercial buildings is the large rural
community is $2,000,000. It is roughly estimated the capital cost in Kaltag would be less than
$1 million. It may be possible for the wood harvesting to support multiple villages and this
would reduce Kaltag’s share of the total cost. A conservative estimate of $ 1 million will be
used as a place holder for capital costs.
2.4 PROJECT BENEFIT
Briefly discuss the financial benefits that will result from this project, including an estimate of economic
benefits(such as reduced fuel costs) and a description of other benefits to the Alaskan public.
Utility costs are a significant portion of the school district budget. ISER determined that the cost
of fuel in off road areas of the state increased 83 percent from 2000-2005.Last year the Kaltag
School alone used 18,000 gallons of fuel. At $5 a gallon this represents $90,000. As energy
costs increase, less funding is available to support direct instruction. Sustainable wood heat
would provide a more stable energy cost. A significant economic benefit to the public is that
development of local wood industry would provide local jobs, strengthening the local economy,
and reducing dependency on diesel fuel and therefore reducing need for state subsidy. Bio mass
projects provide a remedy to outmigration from villages by providing stable fuel source that
returns money to the community, rather than drains it. The initial cost of biomass fuel may not
be significantly less than diesel but it would be less subject to price fluctuations and the revenue
would be kept on the local level.
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2.5 PROJECT COST AND BENEFIT SUMARY
Include a summary of your project’s total costs and benefits below.
2.5.1 Total Project Cost
(Including estimates through construction.)
$ 1,300,000
2.5.2 Grant Funds Requested in this application. $ 288,500
2.5.3 Other Funds to be provided (Project match) $ 17,500
2.5.4 Total Grant Costs (sum of 2.5.2 and 2.5.3) $ 306,000
2.5.5 Estimated Benefit (Savings) $
2.5.6 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.)
$
One of the purposes of the reconnaissance study will to be able to answer 2.5.1, 2.5.5 and 2.5.6
for a wood heat project in Kaltag.
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 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 District will contract with Kathy Christy of Project Resources to serve as the project
manager of the study. Resume attached.
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 tasks of the reconnaissance study overlap the initial tasks of the feasibility study. Based on
development work on the Ft. Yukon biomass project it is clear that the potential for wood heat is
worthy of further consideration for Yukon River communities. More detailed effort is required
to determine the practically of implementation for each specific community. The initial
feasibility phase of this project is a six month effort. The actual completion date depends on
notification of award of grant. The District will conduct the research portion of the project with
in-house resources prior to the grant award. If the Legislative approval is given in the FY 2009
budget the evaluation process could begin in June. Summer weather will be needed for detailed
evaluation of biomass potential. The schedule for completion of the Phase II effort depends on
how quickly a fuel provider can be identified and a partnership agreement confirmed.
Schedule Outline
Phase I and Phase II a
1. Background 2- 3 months - Research and database development (this can occur prior to
grant award). Catalog of existing energy systems. Selection of consultant
2. Evaluation June to August -
Evaluation of biomass potential
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Identification of potential wood provider partners
Environmental issues and community meetings, State and Federal agency coordination
Land Ownership
Permit Requirements and time lines
3. Cost Benefit September to October –
Comparison of cost benefit of options
4. Recommendations to Continue to Phase II - October
If results of Phase I are favorable the project will proceed to Phase II b
Phase II – Proposed System Design - within 9 months of notification of funding
1. More detailed system design
2. Agreement with wood provider -
3. Land use authorization
Phase III – Final Design – 4 months to complete
3.3 Project Milestones
Define key tasks and decision points in your project and a schedule for achieving them.
Key tasks are as follows:
1. Cost benefit analysis
2. Obtaining community and land owner support for wood collection
3. Identification and agreement with wood provider
4. Development of business plan
5. Design of heating system
It is anticipated that within six months of grant funding items 1 and 2 should be
accomplished. A wood provider can be identified within this period of time but it could take
longer to develop a formal agreement. If a negative result is encountered for any of the first
three tasks the project will be terminated and the balance of grant funding released.
Funding is requested for Phases I, II and III. There is some overlap of Phase I and II and if
acceptable to AEA the two phases would be undertaken at the same time. The project would
not move to Phase III until AEA reviewed Phase I and II work products and gave the
approval to proceed.
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.
In Kaltag the school is the largest consumer of energy so it is appropriate for the District to be a
catalyst in encouraging alternative energy. However, the mission of the school district is to
educate children, not to provide power. The District supports the integrated biomass energy
model that incorporates sustainable forest management with a for-profit wood harvest and
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delivery business to displace diesel energy. The District’s role is to encourage the development
of this business and to be the largest consumer.
The focus of the reconnaissance and feasibility phases of the project will be to identify partners
who are capable of fulfilling the role of energy provider. Gana-A’Yoo Corporation, a profit
making entity which serves Galena, Kaltag, Nulato and Koyukuk is a potential partner to provide
energy. The local village government or a local entrepreneur are also potential energy providers.
The Gwitchyaa Zhee Corporation has been most helpful in sharing their information regarding
development of an integrated biomass utilization plan. The District intends to contract with their
consultant William Wall, PhD to conduct the Kaltag bio mass study. Dr. Wall is familiar with
the area of the Yukon River and is helping Gana-A’Yoo develop a forest stewardship plan.
The success of the Kaltag biomass project energy will require collaboration of local Native
Corporations, local governments, regional and local housing authorities, state and federal
agencies and AVEC. The Alaska Energy Authority, Denali Commission, USDA Rural
Development, USDA NRCS, Department of Energy, the Yukon River Inter-Tribal Watershed
Council and Alaska State Division of Forestry are among the key partners.
3.5 Project Communications
Discuss how you plan to monitor the project and keep the Authority informed of the status.
The project manager will provide a monthly status report to the school board and the Authority.
The consultant contracts will include an outline of deliverable work products. The project
manager will review the work product development on a regular basis and assure that the project
is keeping within the project schedule.
3.6 Project Risk
Discuss potential problems and how you would address them.
At the reconnaissance phase there is limited risk. However, this is the stage that provides the
foundation for future project development. It is important to inform all potential stakeholders of
the scope of the study and provide an opportunity for input. A good communication plan is key
to the success of this phase of the project. An important goal of this phase is to identify potential
energy providers that can assume responsibility for supplying power and/or heat to the school
and community. Good communication is essential. It is also important to critically evaluate the
results of the study to assure reasonable assumptions and valid conclusions.
The success of a biomass is a reliable and sustainable source of wood. It will be essential to
involve the fuel provider in the development of the business plan. A formal agreement between
the supplier and the District will help assure the success of the project and this needs to be in
place prior to construction.
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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 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 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 that may be
available for the market to be served by your project.
This project will identify the potential for wood to be a reliable heat source for Kaltag,
specifically the school. The District is also proposing another reconnaissance grant to examine
the potential of hydrokinetic power to generate electricity as a compliment to this project. Due to
the nature of the resource wood lends itself to heat generation. It will require many more years of
development before river turbines will be practical heat sources.
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.
Detailed information will be collected as part of the reconnaissance study.
The electricity for Kaltag is provided by AVEC. The other buildings within the community are
heated with oil furnaces with wood stoves as supplementary and back up heat. The school
produces its own heat with five 30 year old worn-out Singer boilers that are out of production.
The school has applied for a grant through the Department of Education for a new hydronic
heating system. This project is ranked number 1 on the DEED major maintenance grant list.
This system would be compatible with a wood fired system and the two systems could be
controlled so that the oil-fired boilers would take over should wood not be available for any
reason.
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.
The Alaska Energy Atlas identifies the Yukon Koyukuk District as having a good potential for
biomass – wood fuel. The forested areas in the District are characterized by open forest and tall
shrub and mixed forest. A major focus of the biomass evaluation will be to determine the
quantity of fuel required for each school and community and impact on the local forest. A
successful bio mass project must include a forest management plan to assure a sustainable source
of fuel. With a stable source of wood fuel the project has the potential to significantly reduce the
dependence on diesel fuel for heat.
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4.2.3 Existing Energy Market
Discuss existing energy use and its market. Discuss impacts your project may have on energy
customers.
Development of a wood industry in Kaltag would reduce the community reliance on diesel fuel.
Cost of wood to the local consumer is estimated to be less than the cost of diesel and could
provide a more cost effective fuel alternative. A biomass project could change fuel demand from
oil to wood and provide an on-going supply of wood. Diesel fuel would not be totally replaced
and there would still be a need to barge fuel to Kaltag. It is unlikely that electricity would be
generated as part of the biomass project and AVEC customers with not be affected.
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
4.3 The purpose of the study is to determine if development of a wood industry in Kaltag is a
cost effective alternative to diesel fuel. There are now reliable commercial grade wood
fired or chip fed burners so that engineering of the heating system is the simplest part of
the project.
The challenge is the development of a sustainable business plan that will provide a
reliable and continuous supply of wood. Without a dependable supply of wood the
installation of wood fired boilers is pointless. On-going harvesting of large quantities of
wood in roadless areas is difficult and demanding work. This is not work to be
undertaken directly be the school district – a for profit entity needs to be found or
developed to undertake a forest management plan that include not only harvesting but
reforestation. The reward for this difficult task is the creation of stable local jobs.
The forest management plan must address the concerns of the local community and
demonstrate good stewardship practices and compatibility with local subsistence use of
the land.
If successful , it is quite feasible that the Kaltag wood harvesting plan could be expanded
to supply other communities within the area, such as Nulato and Koyukuk, reducing the
costs per community.
Assuming successful results of the feasibility study the actual implementation of the heat
generation could be accomplished one of two ways. The District could buy wood fuel
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from the wood provider and generate heat for the school itself. Residents could also
purchase fuel from the provider. The other option is for the provider to also be the
generator and sell heat (rather than fuel) to the District. These options will be evaluated
as part of the feasibility study. The entity generating the heat would be responsible for
the design of the heating system.
See AWEA proposal for more detail.
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.
Land ownership and control interests will be verified and appropriate approved obtained as part
of the study. Initial contact has been made with the Gana-A’Yoo Corporation. William Wall is
currently assisting Gana-A’Yoo in the development of a forest stewardship plan for the region so
the landowner is receptive to the concept of wood harvesting. Coordination with the village of
Kaltag is essential.
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
The reconnaissance study will provide a preliminary identification of permit requirements and the
permitting timeline. Potential barriers to development will be identified. The most significant
challenge is identification of a fuel provider. It is anticipated that there will be community
concerns regard wood harvesting
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
Wood harvesting will have environmental impacts. An important component of the
reconnaissance study will be to quantify the impacts and identify mitigating measures. The
impacts will depend on the areas identified for harvesting. The study will coordinate with state
and federal agencies. Telecommunication and aviation considerations are not anticipated to be
issues.
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4.4 Proposed New System Costs (Total Estimated Costs and proposed 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. 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
The cost of Phase I is estimated at $19,050. A grant amount of $16,550 is requested. The District
will contribute $1,000 in cash and $1,500 in in-kind staff services.
Phase II is estimated at $152.450. A grant contribution of $144,950 is requested. The District
will contribute $6,500 in cash and $1,000 in in-kind staff labor.
Phase III is estimated at $134,500. A grant amount of $127,000 is requested. The District will
contribute $7,500 in cash.
Total cost for the first three phases is $306,000. The grant amount requested is $288,000 with a
District contribution of $17,500.
The Phase IV capital costs of the Kaltag project are difficult to estimate at this time. Based on the
Ft. Yukon study. The amount of $1,000,000 is used as a placeholder. This would include the
infrastructure improvements to generate heat, the equipment for wood collection and distribution
and a storage facility. The total estimated cost is $1,300,000.
Phase I grant request $16,550 cash $1,000 $19,050
in-kind $1,000
Phase II grant request $144,950 cash $6,500 $152,450
in-kind $1,000
Phase III grant request $127,000 cash $7,500 $134,500
Total Phases I-III $288,000 $17,500 $306,000
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.
Total anticipated project cost for this phase
Requested grant funding
This will be addressed as part of the study effort. Project analysis will not assume grant support of
operating and maintenance costs. Cost of the energy should be priced to cover operational costs.
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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
The school district is the largest customer in the communities to be studied. For the project to be
feasible the cost of alternative energy needs to be equal or less than the cost of diesel fuel the
District is currently paying.
4.4.4 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.
Attached. See AWEA and Project Resources proposals.
4.4.5 Business Plan
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.
The business plan would be developed in Phase II. The recommended options must be
sustainable. For Bio mass energy the District would require that another entity provide the wood
fuel or function as a utility providing heat to the buildings. That entity would have to be
committed to a forest management plan and demonstrate management responsibility.
4.4.6 Analysis and Recommendations
Provide information about the economic analysis and the proposed project. Discuss your
recommendation for additional project development work.
The economic analysis is part of Phase I and will identify projected capital, O&M and fuel costs
of the different energy options under consideration. Strategies for financing the options will also
be addressed. Phase II will update the economic analysis to assure that the cost benefit justifies
the project. If the conclusion is favorable the project will proceed to Phase III final design.
See AWEA proposal
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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 avoided cost of ownership)
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
The above information will be determined as part of the Phase I study. Options selected for
further Phase II study would need to show a potential to replace diesel fuel at an equivalent or
lower cost. Providing new sustainable local jobs would be significant benefit of the project. The
project has the potential to reduce outmigration from the Region and support a more viable
healthy community.
SECTION 6 – GRANT BUDGET
Tell us how much your total project costs. Include any investments to date and funding sources,
how much is requested in grant funds, and additional investments you will make as an
applicant.
Include an estimate of budget costs by tasks using the form - GrantBudget.xls
Provide a narrative summary regarding funding sources and your financial commitment to the
project.
At this stage the total cost of development of bio mass heat in Kaltag is roughly estimated at
$1,300,000. It is estimated that about $1 million in grant support will be needed. By the time
the grant requested under this application approved it is anticipated the District would have
expended $1,500 in in-kind contribution and $1,000 in cash in project research. The District is
committed to providing an additional $14,000 in cash and $1,000 in in-kind staff labor in
support of Phases I through III. The District will actively seek additional funding to help support
project construction. The District is requesting a total of $288,500 in grant support from AEA
to carry out Phases I through III of the Kaltag bio mass project.
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SECTION 7 – ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION AND CERTIFICATION
SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS WITH YOUR APPLICATION:
A. 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 6.
D. An electronic version of the entire application per RFA Section 1.6
E. Governing Body Resolution per RFA Section 1.4
Enclose a copy of the resolution or other formal action taken by the applicant’s
governing 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.
F. 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 Kelly Boyd
Signature
Title Superintendent
Date