HomeMy WebLinkAboutCrooked Creek Assessment of Energy Sources AppApplication Forms and Instructions
The following forms and instructions are provided for preparing your application for a
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.pd
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Instructions for completing the above grant budget
form.
52 If you are applying for grants for more than one project, provide separate application
forms for each project.
53 Multiple phases for the same project may be submitted as one application.
54 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.
55 If some work has already been completed on your project and you ar e 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.
56 If you have additional information or reports you would like the Authority t o 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.
REMINDER:
57 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.
58 All applications received will be posted on the Authority web site after final
recommendations are made to the legislature.
SECTION 1 – APPLICANT INFORMATION
Name (Name of utility, IPP, or government entity submitting proposal)
Crooked Creek Traditional Councel
Type of Entity:
Tribal Goverment
Mailing Address
Box 69
Crooked Creek, Ak. 99575
Physical Address
Telephone
907-432-2200
Fax
907-432-2201
Email
bbcc@starband.net
1.1 APPLICANT POINT OF CONTACT
Name
Daniel Felker
Title
IGAP Assistant
Mailing Address
Box 21
Crooked Creek,Ak. 99575
Telephone
907-432-2247
Fax
907-432-2201
Email
bbcc@starband.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.)
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\Feasibility; we have speculated about various renewable energy options
for years, and this year we’ll have a community out reach program through our IGAP
program in which the high school students will build a variety of test model electrical
power projects for their edification and the collection of data. We would like to hire a
director to over see the process to ensure that the data is pertinent and augment the out
reach grant to explore the feasibility of additional options and oversee necessary research
into energy options that are out of the scope of the IGAP Grant. Such as, but not limited to
the possibility of identifying necessary permitting requirements for introduction of a
hydroelectric system to the Kuskokwim and the exploration for the feasibility of taping a
geothermal site a mile from the Village and many more, all with the intent to reduce our
dependence on fossil fuel. To test feasibility of various passive energy sources that might
overcome obstacles for our region and climate, in small scale construction of electric
production and passive energy systems feasibility.
At present MKEC the upriver power utility is investigating Hydro kinetic Turbine
Installation, and I am aware of their pursuits. In no way will our
Reconnaissance\Feasibility pursuits be a duplication of their efforts. Crooked Creeks
program is essential at this time, while MKEC present efforts is possibly a several million
dollar project and as of yet, a technology in only in the prototype stage, while our will be
directed at technologies easer to maintain and not so programmatic with a history of
success.
Some tasked to be performed. Village Creek has the flow and volume to cover the
village’s needs and then some for 8 months out of the year. With it’s reduced flow and
Crooked Creeks higher demand in winter we’ll need to find other
alternatives/combinations of options technologies.
Task 1
Village Creek and others local creeks will have flow evaluation and enhancement test run.
Task 2
Cut a hole in the Kuskokwim’s Ice and test various power extraction methods and test anti
icing technology. If this is successful, then we’ll have our needed winter power.
Task 3
explore possibilities of converting the two surplussed generators to hydro power or if new
lower speed generators are needed.
Task 4
Evaluate wood generated Electricity – 100 ton, about 140 cords would replace our diesel
system. Even at 600 a cord, we would see an 80,000 dollar fuel saving over our present
system and employ two people year round.
Task 5
Evaluate methods to reduce community fuel needs both residential, institutions and
business.
These are our prime considerations, and represent 75% of the funding requested. Our
solution may be as simple as everyone heating their homes with waist heat from their
personal wood gas fueled generator. Making our conversion over to renewable energy and
eliminating electric bills and improving the air quality all for a capital investment of only
200,000 dollars, 150,000 under our present fuel consumption expenditures.
.
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.
The community of Crooked Creek, Ak along the Kuskokwim River, have long been
interested in renewable power and have already researched a variety of possibilities, this
year’s project initially will be to develop a finale list of potentially feasible methods, to
explore feasibility studies and cost evaluation. We'll collect the necessary data by testing
the feasibility of these considerations; by building prototypes that will supply us with the
solid data to base our decisions on, to aid us in reduce our dependency on Fossil Fuels.
This may require the combination of available technologies, some we're considering are
Thermopile technology, Hydro power (four sources available here), Solar power, Wind,
Residential producers, Wood gas and heat power production, We'll be verifying permitting
requirements, Land right of ways and environmental, permitting obstacles identified. A
Full study of Village Creek flow, explore methods to increase and extend its annual usage.
As much as this is a fact finding mission, it is also a call to arms by the population of
Crooked Creek. Our IGAP program will, with this grant, will ready us for all
consideration.
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.
we are looking for a full time director to oversee all the aspects of this program with an
annual salary of 32,000.00, as well as 1000Hr @ 15.00 labor hours necessary for the
construction of feasibility test and 25,000 for materials to construct various projects that
we considered feasible to evaluate there achievable and practicability, 1690 Hr @ 15.00 to
produce the necessary reports and feasibility studies this grant outputs requires. Plus fringe
expenses and Site expenses 25,000 shop and office requirements. With $137,543.00 being
requested for this year, for this phase of the project. Further phases will be funded through
a combination of grants, this year we're requesting 137,543 dollars from Alaska Energy
Authority, our IGAP grant is in for 17,884, and our 2 AmeriCorp Members are involved.
We are unable to supply a definitive estimate for a completed project at this phase of the
project, but our low estimate is 800 thousand to 5.5 million to substantially reduce our
dependency on fossil fuels.
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.
To map out methods to reduce our fossil fuel usage by 80 percent by 2012. Thus reducing
the exposure to the environment from fossil fuel emission and potential spills. At present
we spend close to 190,000 dollars on diesel to produce electric power. In evaluating our
needs we will be exploring the reduction of Heating fuel as well and that could save the
community an additional 120,000 a year, in addition the availability of inexpensive power
for the first time might encourage, as we expect, commerce. Thus converting a community
heavily dependent upon federal and state funds to one that possibly carries its own.
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 $178,000
2.5.2 Grant Funds Requested in this application. $137,543
2.5.3 Other Funds to be provided (Project match) $58,000
2.5.4 Total Grant Costs (sum of 2.5.2 and 2.5.3) $195,543
2.5.5 Estimated Benefit (Savings) in fuel saving @ 8.00 a gal.
24,000+ gal per year
$192,000 a year
2.5.6 Public Benefit (If you can calculate the benefit in terms
of dollars please provides that number here and
explain how you calculated that number in your
application.)
cost benefit of reduced home fuel saving for heating and
wood usage, an 80% reduction on electric power cost
not only serves households budgets it could inspire
local commerce. money diverted from utilities at the
school, increases more money for education. could
this be what is needed out here is cheep elec. power to
inspire a community.
$168,000 a year electric power fuel cost. $60,000 home
heating saving, cost to maintain should be in line with
what we're doing now, so 228,000 a year projected
saving, the rest an additional 1 million in increased
income in 5 years due to new job creation.
This Grant is essential for us to achieve a comprehensive
collection of our renewable sources and evaluating the pros
and cons of all. With this insurgent in funds I’m confident the
IGAP outreach program will not only produce an educated
community, but one capable of installing, and running the
$ 1.2 million a year in five
years.
new sources of energy, an important consideration, it's theirs
for the next 30 years. The social benefit from this timely
support not only aids the grants stated goals, but paves the
road for so many of Crooked Creeks goals in preparing for the
expected population growth, in part due to the new road to
Donlin Gold mining operation, but primarily due to the
progressive Traditional Council of Crooked Creek and their
preparation of the community infrastructure.
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.
We are presently working with Tom Parent our power plant and water treatment operator.
Alternative energy has been a re couriering and life interest for both Tom Parent and
myself, I recall one conversation some 15 years ago, in which both Tom and I over a cup
of cufak chose a similar configuration, that MKEC is considering, and it may well be the
best option, but there are other options needing explored as well. That might prove more
economically feasible and easer to maintain. Toms knowledge on the topic, more then
quality's him to handle this phase of our involvement. Tom has proven himself over and
over again that he possesses the technical and devolution to excel in any positions and we
expect exceptional results from him that will benefit not just this community but enrich
Alaska's prospects. As for myself have a combined year count of 10 plus years experience
in mechanical and maintenance and plenty off complimentary skills, to lend this projects.
It's not just us interested in this outcome, a large part of the community is showing interest
in these solutions, which deepens our candidates availability pool.
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.)
first quarter
build web site
make list of potential considerations
place purposed projects on web site
seek approval for individual considerations
second quarter
a collection of possible tasks to be performed generated.
developed budgets for feasibility studies and tasks.
develop designs for any feasibility equipment needed.
start construction on approved design for data collecting on feasibility
start testing different flow enhancement options (small collection designs) on village
creek.
third quarter
will have the finalized plans from the IGAP project with the students Tom, Myself and
teachers purposing the release of funding, from this grant to ensure necessary
data is
collected from the projects.
construction of all projects should be started or at leased evaluated.
Start work on Crooked Creeks Evaluation of Renewable Energy and project
proposals
Fourth Quarter
continued collection of data
completion of preliminary annalist of our options
proposal ready for next phase.
3.3 Project Milestones
Define key tasks and decision points in your project and a schedule for achieving them.
If a method is developed to keep our village creek flowing, our power needs should be
pretty much met, at least for our present needs and offer an outstanding payback ratio of
three years, one year project to be completed after this phase.
Tapping the Kuskokwim Rivers immense power potential.
Running a generator fueled by Wood Gas.
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.
At present we have tied four positions and two complementary grants to this project and
hopefully this one. I have a few more to be addressed to incorporate, myself and Tom are
serious about this project. If it is brought to competition you can expect your contribution
will only be a fraction of the cost. The village is completely behind this and has heavy
equipment to handle any construction requirement on site. our concept to introduce the
students will supply the expertise to handle technical requirements in the future, if any
remote site is selected, ours wins on long range planning. We have had
renewable/alternative energy for some time on our long range plans. The coming together
of these grants opportunities, should pave the way for a positive outcome. We will be
working in close contact with MKEC, and is aware of there considerations having a board
member working in the office with me. I am already working on their region energy
consideration and this program is in no way duplicating their efforts and is further along
and is targeted at this community needs, that may benefit the Co-OP.
3.5 Project Communications
Discuss how you plan to monitor the project and keep the Authority informed of the
status.
As an operation of the IGAP school project a website will keep everybody informed of the
projects being evaluated and the Alaska Energy Authority Director of Crooked Creek will
keep you informed of all expenses and when ever possible, prior to them being occurred,
Tom will verifier that all considered option and their status are posted on the website. This
grant will be as transparent as possible. Any necessary reports connected to the Alaska
Energy Authority will be prepared and submitted set by their protocols, Any pressing
questions can be addresses at 907-432-2247 for a quick answer in regards to this Grant.
3.6 Project Risk
Discuss potential problems and how you would address them.
This phase of our goals, our my primary concern would be personnel turnover, this is a
large and involved program and the personnel required with the necessary skills, have
other responsibilities. my solution to alleviate the stress of this job and yet tape the
necessary skills is to split the directors job between more then one individual. this will
allow us to tackle several projects at once and allow us the ability to fill in were necessary
to cover unforeseen absentees of key personnel. The dynamics of the labor pool dictates
the distribution of responsibility for task, best serves our manpower and expertise
requirements with the director administering the competition of grant objectives. As stated
before Most qualified individual usually have other commitments. My labor hours will
require a flexibility to fit into our most qualified instructors time availability.
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.
The potential of all possible considerations are immense, but excluding the Kuskokwims
abundant potential. Village Creek and others creek close to crooked creek has the
potential of producing between 60kw and 100kw . With Geothermal possibilities to be
explored, and all a considerable amount may be accessed. To get the optimum return on
investment may require the combination of possibilities to meet our needs.
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.
Three 10 year old 50kw Diesel generators. nice system. Standard affair. Waist heat installed
this year, from the Generator to the Washateria is showing a 80% Fuel reduction for the
Washateria.
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.
AS part of a Co-OP and the reduction of Fuel in the production of Elect. Power is the goal of
that Co-OP and because our system is a closed system and does not effect other communities
only our needs, need to be addressed, so it's all good.
4.2.3 Existing Energy Market
Discuss existing energy use and its market. Discuss impacts your project may have on
energy customers.
Johnny John Sr. School, Teacher Housing, School Warm Storage, 28 residents, City office/
community center and shop, washateria, Clinic. At present the cost of the in river project
MKEC would saddle the community with a payback rate comparable to our present diesel
system fuel expense. The exploration into other options, possibly more suitable for us, and
may reduce our rate even more. A micro creek system are being built for 80 thousands, in
river systems may run as high as 4 million for the same power. Our goal is to come up with
the most practical and affordable concept for the region. one we can possess, the necessary
people to install and run. A properly organized utility could benefit the community by
greatly reducing electrical power expense, and may create employment as well.
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
Crooked Creek has three suitable creeks at its disposal, two navigable water ways, a fair
amount of wind power potential they just need harnessed and we need to explore all
options and our program should produce the knowledge and skill for the community to
make valued judgment and participate in the future. The difference between our plan and
MKEC is that our can be fixed without a million dollar bill. A creek installation run as low
as 250,000 for 50kw and doesn’t have a billion tons of ice flowing over it once a year.
Funding will be the primary obstacle to over come our dependency on Diesel, the
resources are available.
System Design will be outline as part of this phase.
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.
At present it is our belief that the village has no right away issues from Native allotments,
State and federal permit such enterprises and the majority of the needed creek usage is
primarily in Crooked Creek's dominion, but a thorough research of any and the mentioned
will be addressed. Because of the scope it would be difficult to identify all of the obstacles
but they will be identified as the process matures.
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
Permitting requirements will be determined during this Phase.
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
This will be addressed in a different phase of the project.
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
N/A
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
At this phase no figures are available, but we anticipate it to be lower then MKEC's present
operation.
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
local school district, two local business and 27 house holds. Figures at this time would be hard to
calculate with present figures but we expect to have an exceptional payback in fuel savings.
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.
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.
N/A
4.4.6 Analysis and Recommendations
Provide information about the economic analysis and the proposed project. Discuss your
recommendation for additional project development work.
To be supplied during this phase.
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
1 Regardless of which method is used approximately 20 thousand gal. fuel displacement on
replacing just
our present Generator system or 160,000 annually, or 4.8 million dollars savings over
the life of a thirty
year system.
2 -4 we'll include this in our four quarter report
5 for the first time power cost will be in line or lower then most communities, I can only
speculate the
possibilities.
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
178,000
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
59 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:
60 authorizes this application for project funding at the match amounts indicated in
the application
61 authorizes the individual named as point of contact to represent the applicant for
purposes of this application
62 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.
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