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Alaska Energy Authority Board Meeting
Monday, December 19, 2022
8:30 AM
AGENDA
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1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL BOARD MEMBERS
3. AGENDA APPROVAL
4. PRIOR MINUTES – October 26, 2022
5. PUBLIC COMMENTS (2 minutes per person) see call in number above
6. NEW BUSINESS
A. 2022 AEA Audit Review
7. EXECUTIVE SESSION – Discuss confidential personnel matters.
8. DIRECTOR COMMENTS
A. Next Regularly Scheduled AEA Board Meeting Wednesday, January 18, 2023
9. BOARD COMMENTS
10. ADJOURNMENT
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Alaska Energy Authority BOARD MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, October 26, 2022
Anchorage, Alaska
1. CALL TO ORDER Chair Pruhs called the meeting of the Alaska Energy Authority to order on October 26, 2022, at 8:30 am. A quorum was established. Chair Pruhs informed that Vice-Chair Kendig will arrive late. 2. ROLL CALL BOARD MEMBERS Members present: Chair Dana Pruhs (Public Member); Vice-Chair Bill Kendig (Public Member) (Arrived Late); Julie Sande (Commissioner DCCED); Albert Fogle (Public Member); Deven Mitchell (SOA-DOR); Bill Vivlamore (Public Member); and Randy Eledge (Public Member).
3. AGENDA APPROVAL MOTION: A motion was made by Mr. Fogle to approve the agenda, as presented. Motion seconded by Mr. Vivlamore.
The motion to approve the agenda passed without objection.
4. PRIOR MINUTES – August 3, 2022
MOTION: A motion was made by Mr. Fogle to approve the prior minutes of August 3 2022,
as presented. Motion seconded by Mr. Vivlamore.
The motion to approve the minutes of the August 3, 2022, passed without objection.
5. PUBLIC COMMENTS (2 minutes per person)
There were no members of the public online or in-person who requested to comment. Chair
Pruhs asked Jennifer Bertolini, AEA, to inform him if any members of the public come online later in the meeting and wish to make a public comment. 6. NEW BUSINESS A. Resolution 2022-03 - Appointment of Tim Sandstrom as Assistant Secretary/Treasurer Curtis Thayer, Executive Director and Secretary-Treasurer, advised that Tim Sandstrom was recently appointed as Chief Operating Officer (COO). The duties of COO include the position of
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Assistant Secretary-Treasurer. Mr. Thayer discussed that the resolution reviews the Bylaws supporting the appointment. He encouraged the Board’s approval.
MOTION: A motion was made by Mr. Fogle to approve Resolution 2022-03 to appoint Tim
Sandstrom as Chief Operating Officer and Assistant Secretary-Treasurer of the Authority,
as presented. Motion seconded by Mr. Vivlamore.
Chair Pruhs expressed appreciation to Mr. Sandstrom for his endeavors and looks forward to
working with him as a valuable asset to the organization.
A roll call was taken, and the motion to approve Resolution 2022-03 passed unanimously, with Vice-Chair Kendig absent.
B. Resolution 2022-04 - Castner Law Suit Settlement Mr. Thayer reviewed that at the previous Board meeting, August 3, 2022, discussions occurred regarding the settlement with Ken Castner concerning the Open Meetings Act and the Board’s passage of a motion to accept the terms of the agreement. Mr. Thayer informed that the Department of Law (DOL) has prepared an official Resolution 2022-04 acknowledging the lawsuit and the written settlement agreement. The written settlement agreement only requires a motion and a roll call to go in and out of executive session. Mr. Thayer advised that this resolution officially ratifies the approval of the settlement and ratifies the Board’s motion of approval on August 3, 2022.
MOTION: A motion was made by Mr. Fogle to approve Resolution 2022-04, ratifying the
August 3, 2022 Settlement Agreement between Kenneth Castner, the Alaska Energy
Authority, and Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority. Motion seconded by
Mr. Vivlamore.
Mr. Mitchell asked if this particular motion is only for AEA and if AIDEA should be included. Mr.
Thayer informed this motion is for AEA, and an identical motion will be proposed at the AIDEA
meeting. He informed that the motion was drafted by DOL.
A roll call was taken, and the motion to approve Resolution 2022-04 passed unanimously,
with Vice-Chair Kendig absent.
C. Resolution 2022-05 - Energy 49 PPF Loan
Mr. Thayer explained that Resolution 2022-05 approves a Power Project Loan application from Energy 49, LLC, for a proposed 6 MW solar farm within the Matanuska Valley, outside of Houston, Alaska. Mr. Thayer informed that AEA’s Manager of Planning, Conner Erickson, and Karen Bell, have been working directly with the project. He introduced Jenn Miller and Chris Colbert, co-owners of Renewable IPP, and reminded the Board that AEA previously funded Renewable IPP’s Willow Solar Farm, which was the largest in the state at that time. Mr. Thayer informed that this project will become the largest solar farm in the state. Mr. Thayer introduced borrower
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CleanCapital’s representatives; Justin Roberts, Project Analyst, Winston Chen, Director of Capital Markets, and Julie Bell, Chief Commercial Officer. Mr. Thayer invited Mr. Erickson to review the
application and the process.
Mr. Erickson discussed the resolution is related to a loan requested on behalf of Energy 49, LLC,
an Alaskan limited company that was initially owned by Renewable IPP. He noted that Renewable IPP has since been sold to an equity partner, CleanCapital of Delaware, LLC. Their main mission is to provide institutional capital for solar and renewable energy projects across the nation. CleanCapital is familiar and diligent in their selection of company participations and hold substantial investments of over 370 MW across the U.S. Mr. Erickson discussed that the application was received on May 27, 2022, and analysis work has been ongoing with the parties. The loan request amount is $4,994,500 for a 25-year term at the statutory prevailing rate of 3.05%. Mr. Erickson informed that AEA’s in-house engineer and a supervising engineer reviewed the project. They found no material deficiencies and believe it is poised to produce the anticipated energy amount. Mr. Erickson reviewed the benefits of the panel structure that will be utilized. He noted that the debt service coverage ratio of the project is healthy. Sensitivity analysis occurred and no issues were identified. Construction has begun, utilizing equity contributed by CleanCapital. The hope is to complete construction by the end of July 2023, and begin operation in August 2023. The project has an established agreement with
Matanuska Electric Association (MEA) with a power purchase rate that is about 10% below MEA’s
current costs. This will help stabilize the cost of energy within the Southcentral region and allow
for the further integration of renewable energy.
Mr. Erickson informed that work is ongoing with the parties regarding the terms of the guarantee
so that the State of Alaska is guaranteed in the event of default. Mr. Erickson reviewed the
substantial backing by CleanCapital investors. He noted that the resolution is based on
preconditioned terms and grants the Executive Director the ability to enter into the loan
agreement, as required for any loans above the $2 million threshold. The Loan Committee met
on October 7, 2022 and approved the loan and term sheet attached in Exhibit B. Staff
recommends the project for approval today.
Mr. Eledge noted the language states that all required permits shall be attained or applied for prior to closing. He asked Mr. Erickson to discuss if any permits have been applied for and have not yet been approved. Mr. Erickson requested that Ms. Miller and Mr. Colbert respond. Ms. Miller, CEO Renewable IPP, stated that at the time of the application, the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan, SWPPP, and the Construction General Permit were not complete. Those permits are now complete. Also completed are the FAA review, the State’s structural plan review, and Houston’s Driveway Permit. Ms. Miller noted that the State will complete its electrical plan review this winter. Mr. Mitchell commented on the good timing for securing the loan rate. He requested additional information regarding the projection of increased debt service coverage through the life of the loan and the expected 10% to 15% degradation of the solar production. Mr. Colbert noted that
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the panels have a 30-year warranty. The degradation warranty is at .45%. and degradation is modeled at .5%. Consistent monitoring of the panel production efficiency will continue through
the life of the project. There is opportunity for the project to utilize other portions of the currently
leased lands and to potentially expand with an additional 40 MW to 60 MW. Ms. Miller noted
that a significant expense for the project is the property taxes. The depreciation of the asset each
year and decrease in solar production capability each year helps the expense profile as production declines. She informed that the cost and expense of tax equity investors will eventually decrease. The tax equity investors are involved in the initial portion of the project and will be bought out later in the project. Commissioner Sande requested additional clarification regarding the terms of the guarantee. Mr. Erickson noted that a draft guarantee has been provided to the Board. He explained that CleanCapital is the parent company and would be entering as part of the guarantee along with the other guarantors. CleanCapital financials were provided and reviewed and can financially account for the cost of the loan. Mr. Erickson requested Wendy Horton, DOL, to provide additional comments. Ms. Horton asked Board members if they have specific questions regarding the guarantee. Commissioner Sande requested clarification regarding the terms of the guarantee that were to be detailed later. Ms. Horton noted that part of the term sheet includes conditions of the loan that
required guarantees are in place. The draft guarantee includes the top tier holding and parent
corporation of Energy 49 as a guarantor for recourse in the event of a default.
Chair Pruhs expressed appreciation to Mr. Erickson for the presentation. He asked if MEA is taking
all power that is produced. Mr. Erickson agreed that MEA intends to purchase all power produced
at the site, which is Mat-Su Borough land that is under lease to Renewable IPP, and subleased to
Energy 49. Chair Pruhs inquired as to the disposition after 32 years. Ms. Miller noted that the
lease agreement with the Mat-Su Borough includes an option for a lease extension, and requires
decommission and removal of all items from the site at the end of the lease.
Chair Pruhs asked if the lease extension is open to everybody to bid on the property. Ms. Miller
expressed that her understanding is the option to extend the lease is exclusive for Renewable IPP, but the rate terms are not set. Chair Pruhs suggested that Ms. Miller verify that her understanding is accurate, as he has not previously encountered an exclusive lease extension on public property. Chair Pruhs discussed that in his experience with commercial financing and leased property is that the lease term requires 1.5 times the loan term, meaning for example, a 25-year note would require a 37-year lease. He inquired as to the reasons that this lease term is less than 1.5 times the loan term by 5.5 years. Mr. Erickson advised that factor was reviewed and was not an item of concern. He stated that the land had been vacant for a long period of time, with no particular interest by other parties. Chair Pruhs commented that interest in the land is not the issue. The issue is protecting the organization in case of default, and therefore, receiving the assets, taking over the lease, and
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further action. Mr. Erickson informed that the item, as a risk to AEA, was not considered to be an issue that would prevent staff’s recommendation. Chair Pruhs inquired as to the liability to remove
the panels in the event of a default. Mr. Erickson explained that the loan and assets would be
covered under a UCC filing. AEA would assume ownership and liability of the panels. Chair Pruhs
asked, for the record, if there is a reserve account for reclamation or removal. Mr. Erickson noted
there is no reserve account at this point. He informed that a reserve account could be added as a precondition of the loan. Chair Pruhs requested confirmation that construction has begun. Ms. Miller agreed that construction began at the end of July 2022, and 200 foundation piles are now complete. The construction of the uprights for the racking system is anticipated to be completed this week. The racking installation will begin in April 2023, and the project is targeted to be online by August 1, 2023. Chair Pruhs asked if the loan is a draw or if it is a refinance of the construction. Mr. Erickson explained there is a line of credit for 12 months and then will convert to a term note at project completion. Chair Pruhs asked if there is a completion bond. Mr. Erickson informed there is not a completion bond. Chair Pruhs recommended staff consider requiring a completion, performance and payment bond as the loan is drawn. The bond guarantees that this expenditure of the public’s money will result in the completion of the project. Chair Pruhs asked Mr. Thayer if a performance and payment bond could be added to the
requirements. Mr. Thayer indicated that a conversation can occur to consider the requirement for
the term sheet. Chair Pruhs noted that a performance and payment bond would not be necessary
if the guarantors funded the project and then requested a refinance loan from AEA. Chair Pruhs
highlighted the risk of funding construction and reiterated that the bond offers protection in case
of default during construction. Mr. Erickson informed that the decision regarding the bond can
be addressed within Section 6. of the resolution. Mr. Thayer read Section 6. of the resolution.
Chair Pruhs asked Ms. Horton if Section 6. of the resolution covers the requirement of a
performance and payment bond, as discussed. Ms. Horton agreed. Chair Pruhs requested the
requirement of a performance and payment bond for construction funding.
Mr. Eledge asked if the panels can be landfilled at the end of their life. Ms. Miller indicated that
the industry is working towards the viable option of recycling the panels at the end of life rather than using a landfill. Mr. Eledge asked if there is any material in the panel that is restricted from landfills. Ms. Miller noted that most of the panels are silica. Mr. Colbert stated the panels contain no toxic substances. The frames are either aluminum or steel, and the wiring is mainly copper. Panels can be landfilled, but the hope is that recycling can occur as the industry matures and advances. Commissioner Sande commended the project for locking in the low interest rate. She asked, for the record, if the statute includes that the interest rate is locked in at the time of the application. Mr. Erickson agreed. Commissioner Sande expressed appreciation to the staff for the thorough presentation.
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Vice-Chair Kendig advised that he has a conflict with the resolution. The MEA Board has already taken action and his signature is included. Vice-Chair Kendig recused himself from voting on the
resolution.
Chair Pruhs noted that Vice-Chair Kendig did not participate in the discussion of the resolution.
MOTION: A motion was made by Mr. Fogle to approve Resolution 2022-05, approving the Power Project Fund Loan for the Energy 49, LLC, Houston Solar project, as presented. Motion seconded by Mr. Vivlamore.
A roll call was taken, and the motion to approve Resolution 2022-05 passed unanimously, with Vice-Chair Kendig abstaining.
D. Resolution 2022-06 - Power Revenue Bonds for Required Project Work Mr. Thayer informed that this resolution has taken almost three years to develop. He explained that the resolution authorizes AEA to bond up to $270 million. Mr. Thayer discussed that the $270 million threshold was the anticipated cost of the project. He noted that because of the markets, there is not $270 million in bonding capacity, but this amount is in line with the resolutions provided by the six utility boards. Vice-Chair Kendig recused himself from voting on or discussing this resolution because he is on
the MEA Board and they have taken action on this item. There was no objection.
Mr. Thayer informed that those available for discussion today include Ms. Horton, Les Krusen,
bond counsel from Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe, Fred Eoff, PFM financial advisor, and Tony Izzo
representing the utilities and the Bradley Lake Management Committee (BPMC). Mr. Thayer noted
that Mr. Eoff assisted in the original bonding of the Bradley Lake Project 32 years ago. Mr. Thayer
reviewed that the market is closer to approximately $170 million in bonding capacity at a 6.25%
interest rate. Another federal interest rate increase is expected on November 2nd, and he believes
the markets today are reflecting that expected increase. Mr. Thayer advised that discussions have
occurred with the lender and the rate can be locked immediately following today’s Board meeting
to try and avoid any type of discrepancy. Mr. Thayer reviewed the items listed on the agenda and
included in the Board packet. i. Memo from Executive Director - Included in packet ii. Resolution 2022-06 Power Revenue Bonds For Required Project Work - Included in packet iii. Tenth Supplemental Resolution - Included in packet iv. Loan Agreement - Included in packet v. BPMC Resolution 22-08 Financing of the Proposed Transaction - Included in packet vi. Utility Resolutions - Included in packet
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vii. BPMC Resolution 22-04 Development of the Required Project Work- Included in packet
viii. Consultant Opinion of Required Project Work - Included in
packet
ix. Department of Law Opinion of Required Project Work -
Included in packet x. Letter from BPMC to Department of Law - Required Project Work - Included in packet xi. Power Sales Agreement - Included in packet xii. Board Action and Media Coverage for Required Project Work Power Revenue Bonds - Included in packet Mr. Thayer discussed that DOL issued opinions that deemed the proposed projects to be required project work for Bradley Lake. If the projects were found not to be required project work, then the funds would have to be returned to the State of Alaska’s General Fund. The required project work determination included a series of questions that took approximately nine months for DOL to complete. DOL concurred that funds can be used to upgrade the SSQ Line and can be used to add battery storage to the Bradley Lake Project and in the Kenai Peninsula, Anchorage, and Fairbanks. However, there is not adequate funding for all of the determined required project work.
Mr. Thayer reviewed that the BPMC has determined that the focus of the required project work
will be on AEA’s ownership of the SSQ Line, including the design, planning, and engineering of
Bradley Lake to Soldotna Sterling, and an initial battery in the Kenai Peninsula. Consideration will
be given to the ability to add supplemental batteries. Mr. Thayer explained that bonding funds
are owned by AEA and any purchases or upgrades made with bonding funds will be owned by
AEA. DOL required AEA to have a third-party consultant determine if the proposed project work
was prudent utility practice. Mr. Thayer indicated that the two reports included in the packet from
the engineering and consulting firm GDS Associates, concluded that the proposed projects are
indeed prudent upgrades.
Mr. Thayer reiterated that the included Power Sales Agreement of 1989 establishes the fact that required project work can occur. He discussed that the utilities were paying the debt service on the Bradley Lake bonds. The bonds were paid off in June of 2021, which allowed for the availability of $12.1 million for the next 28 years. The additional funding was to reimburse the State for the direct appropriation into Bradley Lake and provides a debt service against which the bonds can be borrowed. Mr. Thayer explained that conducting the bond finance in this way and using the current debt service will not raise the consumer rates because the debt service has been built into the rates for the last 31 years. Additionally, the bond financing will not raid the State Treasury because no monies in this tranche are being requested from State’s General Fund.
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Mr. Thayer discussed the included list of Board action and media coverage for the power revenue bonds, which dates backs to August 6, 2020, which was the date that the Board approved the
purchase of the SSQ Line. Mr. Thayer noted that this has been a long public process, during which
time the public has had opportunities to comment. The subject has been on the agendas of AEA
Board meetings, the various utilities’ Board meetings, as well as on the agenda of multiple
meetings for the City of Seward. Mr. Thayer explained that the map displayed at today’s meeting shows the service areas of the utilities in different colors. The proposed required project work is focused on the Kenai Peninsula from Bradley Lake through the Homer Electric Association (HEA) territory up to the Soldotna Sterling area to the Quartz area to the Chugach Electric Association (CEA) lines with a 230kV connection to Anchorage. Mr. Thayer invited Mr. Izzo to comment on behalf of the BPMC, and noted that Bryan Carey, AEA Director of Owned Assets, is available to discuss Bradley Lake oscillation issues and battery storage. Chair Pruhs requested that Mr. Thayer discuss, for the record, the benefits to the public for going into this amount of debt. Mr. Thayer reviewed that the lines that serve Homer were built to serve from Anchorage to Homer. Bradley Lake went into operation 31 years ago and the lines were
never upgraded from taking 120 MW power north to Anchorage. There is current line loss and
the line is no longer sized correctly. These upgrades have been needed for a long time.
Additionally, the lines do not have the capacity to introduce and supply the expected renewable
power north from projects and potential projects such as the Dixon Diversion project, tidal power,
solar farm power, and wind power on the Kenai Peninsula.
Mr. Thayer discussed that after this line is increased from 115kW to 230kW, then further
deliberation will occur regarding the redundancy of two lines off the Kenai. There are $60 million
of competitive grant funds within the Infrastructure Bill (IIJA) available to Alaska for continued
construction of the line. He commented that the amount lost in the market over the last year is
roughly the amount that is likely to be available through IIJA.
Chair Pruhs asked if these upgrades relate to the recent Battle Creek Diversion work that occurred at Bradley Lake. Mr. Thayer noted that these upgrades do not relate to the successful and small Battle Creek Diversion project, which electrified 5,000 homes. Conversely, the completion of the Dixon Diversion project would integrate 24,000 to 30,000 homes. However, the current line and this upgrade do not provide the capacity needed for the major Dixon Diversion project. Chair Pruhs asked if the Battle Creek Diversion project was bonded. Mr. Thayer explained that Battle Creek was bonded at $47 million at time of service two years ago, and is paid for by the utilities. Chair Pruhs discussed the total amount of upgrades that are guaranteed by the utilities, excluding the $60 million in grant funding, is over $200 million. Mr. Thayer agreed. Chair Pruhs asked, for the record, if this is the largest project that AEA has bonded since Bradley Lake. Mr. Thayer agreed.
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Chair Pruhs welcomed Mr. Izzo to provide additional information. Mr. Izzo indicated that he is
the CEO of MEA, which serves the state’s second largest population center of approximately
100,000 Alaskans. He noted that Bradley Lake project serves approximately 2/3 of the state’s
population and is the largest hydro project in the state. Mr. Izzo expressed his support of the
project. He reiterated that there is only one line that serves the majority of the utilities with Bradley Lake power. He does not believe this is an optimal design, and in larger population centers in the Lower 48, for example, there are a minimum of two lines. Mr. Izzo discussed that the Swan Lake fire was the catalyst for this particular line to be purchased and for these upgrades to be implemented through this bonding. From MEA’s perspective, this one line helps provide about 15% of MEA’s power, which is approximately the same amount provided across the Railbelt. When the line was down due to the Swan Lake fire for the 12-week period, the cost to the northern utilities to replace that Bradley Lake power was over $12 million higher than the normal cost. The rate payers were impacted and had to absorb that extra cost. Mr. Izzo commented that this upgrade, along with battery projects, will ensure more secure and reliable delivery of power. He views this project as one phase of many, including potential federal funding and discussions with AEA and the Administration, and leading to a second line. Mr. Izzo emphasized the importance of this project and that it is critical to have a reliable upgraded single
line. He discussed that this upgrade will positively benefit approximately 2/3 of the state’s
population as rate payers.
Mr. Izzo reiterated that this process is directly related to commitments from over 30 years ago
that the utilities continue to make the payments for the initial bonds and to continue to make
excess payments to pay off the principal. The communication and understanding was that those
funds were to be used for the benefit of the Railbelt. However, Mr. Izzo indicated that if this
process does not move forward, the funds will get swept on an annual basis into the General Fund.
Mr. Izzo commented that it is critical that these funds are used for their intended purpose to
benefit the rate payers. He explained that there will be no increase in rates because the rate payer
is already obligated.
Chair Pruhs requested Mr. Izzo to state the percentage of ownership of the BPMC and Bradley Lake power utilities for the record. Mr. Izzo gave the approximation of MEA at 13.8%, HEA at 12%, CEA at 53% or 56%, Seward Electric at 1%, and the differential is Golden Valley Electric Association (GVEA). Chair Pruhs asked if the utilities share power back-and-forth based on conditions of the day. Mr. Izzo agreed and noted there are a variety of circumstances in which that occurs. He highlighted the importance of keeping the line operational in the wintertime and especially in the coming years with the recent news of the declining Cook Inlet natural gas supply. Mr. Mitchell noted that the bonds are being sold to the National Cooperative Services Corporation (NCSC). He asked for the reason they are the purchaser, rather than an open market transaction. Mr. Thayer indicated they were the original bond seller for Bradley Lake and they specialize in hydro projects. Mr. Mitchell expressed that the 6.25% rate with no call option seems like a high
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rate. He explained that if in 10 years, the rate has decreased to 4%, the bonds cannot be refinanced for savings to the current market rate because there is no call option. If the bonds
were to be refinanced, a make-whole call payment would have to be made to the current bond
holders that makes them whole for any disparity. He noted that 1% of $130 million is $1.3 million
per year. Mr. Mitchell inquired if there is room to negotiate the make-whole call to some form of
call option. He believes it is worth having the conversation with PFM regarding that potential. Mr. Thayer indicated that discussions and negotiations regarding the terms did occur with the bond seller and with the CFOs and general managers of the utilities. He requested Dona Keppers, Chief Financial Officer, and Mr. Eoff to respond as well. Mr. Eoff explained that it is possible that the characteristics of the call feature can be improved. The point has been negotiated, along with many other provisions, and NCSC has not been willing to concede that point. It is not uncommon for a taxable transaction to refuse the make-whole call because there is rarely an economic benefit from a make-whole call. Mr. Eoff noted that he will continue to reiterate the point during negotiations between now and the finalization of the terms. He agreed that there may be a tradeoff with the rate. Mr. Mitchell encouraged continued discussions because this rate may be at a potential peak that could normalize. He emphasized the potential value of negotiations, especially if rates decline in 10 or 15 years and it becomes more likely to exercise a call option.
Chair Pruhs asked if there is a rush to go out for the bonds now or if the $12 million expected
annual payment can be used to conduct required project work and wait until the interest rate
declines. Mr. Mitchell commented that interest rates could just as easily continue on an upward
trajectory. The market is difficult to predict and time, and there is no way of knowing when interest
rates will be lower. He believes that if an organization is on a critical path with a project as their
primary goal, then they should continue on that path and move forward. Mr. Mitchell explained
that his suggestion is to obtain concessions for a possible future rate decline, rather than to time
the market.
Chair Pruhs commented on his understanding that $100 million of opportunity has been lost in
the last year and he would like to find a way to recover that amount. Mr. Mitchell suggested that a call option is incorporated into the bond so that it is possible to refinance. Chair Pruhs asked if the call option could be a requirement or if that would hinder the agreement. Mr. Eoff commented that if a call option is made a requirement of the Board’s approval now, and the bond lender does not provide concession on that point, then the agreement will come back before the Board. Mr. Thayer discussed that according to the Power Sales Agreement, all of the funds have to be expended or the funds will return to the State. If the bonding package does not move forward by June 30, 2023, the $12.1 million would revert back to the State Treasury and would not be available for the project. Chair Pruhs asked if batteries, hard assets, could be purchased with the funds. Ms. Keppers indicated that the terms within the Power Sales Agreement only allow the excess payments to be
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applied toward debt service and not to hard assets, which is why there was an early pay-down during the last fiscal year on the bond debt. Chair Pruhs asked if there is any funding that can be
loaned to the project in order to utilize the $12 million.
Mr. Fogle requested clarification on his understanding that market conditions today are not
allowing AEA to buy a callable bond. Mr. Thayer agreed that Mr. Fogle’s understanding is correct and that current negotiations were unsuccessful on that point. Mr. Fogle commented that there is agreement that it would be nice to have a callable bond, but the money will be lost if action is not taken. Commissioner Sande noted that the funding would be lost if action is not taken by June. She asked if it is likely that circumstances may change between now and June that would affect the conversation. Mr. Thayer reported that it has taken 18 months to get to this point in the discussion in front of the Board. Mr. Vivlamore inquired as to the timeframe for spending the bonded amount. Mr. Thayer explained that the spending most likely will be phased over multiple years. The purchase of batteries may occur first, and the logistics, including supply chain timing, will vary. The utilities will incur any cost to upgrade the batteries from the agreed upon base style. Additional engineering and planning need to occur for the SSQ line upgrades. Mr. Vivlamore asked if all of
the bonds will be issued up front. Mr. Thayer indicated that a long topic of discussion occurred
on Monday with the BPMC and the utilites’ CFOs. A vote was taken and the determination was
made to take the funds up front.
Chair Pruhs commented that included in the packet was a table showing AEA’s financial
information. He asked, for the record, if AEA and bond counsel have conducted a thorough review
and fiduciary due diligence of the financial condition of the BPMC utilities who will be paying the
$12 million a year for the bonds, and ultimately the $160 million to $270 million. Mr. Thayer
agreed. He noted that in 31 years, they have never been late with a payment and have even paid
ahead. Mr. Thayer commented that they would be considered the golden collateral and among
the best within both AEA and AIDEA’s portfolios.
Chair Pruhs inquired as to the anticipated project completion date, based on this bonding approval. Mr. Thayer discussed that the batteries are anticipated to be purchased first within the next 24 months. BPMC has set aside approximately 35% of the available bonding for batteries and 65% for transmission upgrades. Currently, CEA is reviewing the section of the SSQ line from Quartz Creek into Anchorage. The anticipation is that multiple construction projects will occur simultaneously during the summer seasons for approximately five to 10 years. Mr. Thayer reported that the lead time for transformers was previously six months and the lead time now is up to two years. Chair Pruhs asked if the projects will be conducted by AEA or by BPMC. Mr. Thayer explained that the projects are owned by AEA. Coordination of the work and projects will occur with the utilities and in conjunction with the BPMC. Mr. Thayer informed that included in the resolution is a
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provision that all projects must be competitively bid. The BPMC members will utilize AEA’s procurement code for competitive bid.
Mr. Fogle expressed appreciation to Mr. Thayer for all of the information on this great project. He
asked if the AEA Board will receive a project management flowchart and project completion
updates on a regular quarterly or biannual basis. Mr. Thayer agreed and noted that the information can be provided on a biannual basis, and sooner than that for the current plans. Chair Pruhs requested a brief at-ease. There were no objections. The Board reconvened its regular meeting. Chair Pruhs requested Mr. Thayer to continue the discussion regarding the construction schedule, deliverables, and the procurement methodology. Mr. Thayer noted that the goal is to complete the proposed work within the next five years, notwithstanding the unknown supply chain logistics as prefaced in previous comments. Mr. Thayer reminded members that when the SSQ line was purchased, negotiations with the Refuge occurred regarding right-of-ways to allow for this upgrade and work is ongoing reviewing the removal of the 69kV poles. The intent is to be ready to move faster on the projects once the bonding proposal came forward. Mr. Thayer requested Mr. Izzo provide additional information on the federal infrastructure funding
opportunities that are available to utilities that AEA will be administering for Department of Energy
(DOE). Mr. Izzo highlighted the utilities are sincerely collaborating on available federal funds from
the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Acts (IIJA) and the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) through
active discussions with DOE and other federal agencies. The goal of grid efficiency would include
a second line off the Kenai and an overall budget of upwards of $2 billion. These funds are not
available for utilities to receive directly from the federal government and a State agency, AEA, is
needed to administer and coordinate the process.
Mr. Izzo discussed that the utilities’ effort and direct involvement is the $165 million to $170
million bonding to mitigate the loss of the line and substantially decrease oscillations through
battery use, which is considered as preventative maintenance.
Chair Pruhs asked if Bradley Lake has ever had a major capital expenditure upgrade in its 30-plus years of operation or if there is a future plan for a major upgrade. Mr. Izzo discussed that accelerated maintenance has occurred and additional facility upgrades are planned. He noted, in particular, that there is a section of the line that is responsible for 40% of the line loss and upgrading the line will eliminate that issue. Mr. Izzo commented that the timing with the economy and interest rates is not good. He reassured AEA that the BPMC feels that this is the best opportunity overall, even though the interest rates are not good. The efforts would not be effective if individual utilities try and fund the upgrades with the $12.5 million a year, and obtain additional financing and interest rates through different lenders. He noted that $12.5 million is approximately the cost of 25% of a battery. Chair Pruhs asked if Mr. Izzo foresees that Bradley Lake will incur a major capital expenditure in
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the next five to 10 years. Mr. Izzo attested that the Bradley Lake project is well-run and well-maintained, but he does not have the ability to predict if an issue will occur in five or 10 years.
There is an ongoing process of prudently managing the project and identifying potential concerns
far in advance. Chair Pruhs encouraged BPMC to watch the trends of other dams and other legacy
power generations around the world to be aware of the possibilities. Mr. Izzo agreed. He
commented that the BPMC believes there are at least another 50 years to 100 years in the project. Mr. Mitchell commented on the earlier discussion regarding market timing and noted that this is also a high inflationary environment. Delays to projects at 7% to 10% annualized inflation result in significant increases in cost expectations. He noted that this factor offsets some of his concerns regarding interest rates. Mr. Mitchell reiterated his support for the potential of negotiating terms that might allow for additional flexibility on the loan in the future. Mr. Thayer discussed that Mr. Carey is the Director of Owned Assets and he has no concerns regarding Bradley Lake. A reserve account is maintained and has been used. The needles were replaced last year and are back in service. MOTION: A motion was made by Mr. Fogle to approve Resolution 2022-06, providing for the sale of not to exceed $270,000,000 of Alaska Energy Authority Power Revenue Bonds, Eleventh Series (Bradley Lake Hydroelectric Project); authorizing and adopting the Tenth
Supplemental Resolution of the Authority to secure said bonds; authorizing the execution
of the Loan Agreement between the Authority and the purchaser of said bonds; delegating
certain authority to the Chair, the Board member Designees of the Chair, the Executive
Director, and the Chief Financial Officer; and providing for related matters, as presented.
Motion seconded by Mr. Vivlamore.
Chair Pruhs thanked Mr. Thayer and staff for their diligent work in facilitating this challenging
effort. He expressed appreciation to Mr. Izzo for his attendance today.
A roll call was taken, and the motion to approve Resolution 2022-06 passed unanimously,
with Vice-Chair Kendig abstaining.
Mr. Thayer requested a brief at-ease to ensure that all the intended information was included in
the previous resolution. There was no objection. Mr. Thayer noted that staff was conferring with
bond counsel and DOL on a draft resolution. He suggested moving forward with the agenda and
return to this item for an answer later in the meeting. There was no objection.
7. OLD BUSINESS
A. Rural Power House Assessment Demonstration
Mr. Thayer invited Mr. Sandstrom to provide the overview. Mr. Thayer recognized Cameron Dean, GIF and voiceover for the presentation. He announced the promotion of Rebecca Garrett to the Manager of Rural Programs.
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Chair Pruhs acknowledged the efforts of Mr. Sandstrom and noted it has taken approximately five years of asking to get this information. Chair Pruhs noted that he is looking forward to the update.
Mr. Sandstrom explained that the slideshow begins with an animation and brief overview of the
inventory and assessment effort that staff has been conducting on over 200 rural bulk fuel facilities
and power houses, including Google-mapping, 3D imagery from drones and 3D camera work
inside the facilities, along with embedding the technical aspects of the O&M manuals for the facility. This represents a significant move forward in assisting with the maintenance and improvements in rural power houses. The ability to offer operators 3D imagery and embedded information about their systems substantially improves the effectiveness of the technical assistance staff can provide and decreases travel to sites and time needed for assistance.
Mr. Sandstrom showed the animation. He informed that the response from the rural operators to this format has been positive and is an improvement to the previous format. Mr. Sandstrom reviewed the slide showing the locations of the technical assistance received in FY22. There were 33 onsite assistance visits and 413 remote assistance visits. Mr. Sandstrom noted that there will be over 400 bulk fuel and power house facilities inventoried upon completion of the assessments.
Mr. Sandstrom discussed the SCADA system allows AEA operators to review the happenings of a particular power plant, including the alarm information. Development is ongoing so that AEA staff is alerted when an alarm is triggered so that proactive assistance can be provided to the operator onsite.
Mr. Eledge requested historic data for the power plants in order to determine the trends. He
discussed the possibility of using an entity that is able to input the equipment and information
into a database that will predict the maintenance as a preventative measure. Mr. Sandstrom
discussed that the aspiration of the program includes what Mr. Eledge outlined. The current stage
is highly reactive and is limited due to money, budget, and personnel. Proactive advancements
are being made primarily through technology. The end goal would be to have each of the facilities
on a maintenance and preventative maintenance schedule that would be funded through their
rate setting. Mr. Sandstrom highlighted the problem of training the operators, the utility
managers, and the communities to be willing to set the rates at a level that fund the maintenance
and preventative maintenance schedules.
Mr. Eledge expressed his opinion that it is AEA’s goal to assure that power in rural Alaska does
not go out due to a catastrophic event. He noted that diesel is primarily used as an energy source
in rural Alaska, and he commented on the previous fuel quality issues and concerns. Mr. Eledge requested additional information on the steps AEA is taking to ensure the fuel delivered to the power houses is of adequate quality. Mr. Sandstrom discussed that staff is taking several steps to address the issue. The inventory assessment allows staff to identify the facilities that have the most critical threats and to focus then specifically on those first. Fuel quality is an extremely important aspect of the facilities. Water in the fuel is one of the primary causes for failure of the high pressure rails in a diesel engine. This has been addressed by standardizing a rigorous fuel filtering system that includes water blockers and training the operators to test for and respond to water found.
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Chair Pruhs asked if the individual communities are responsible for the purchase and delivery of the fuel. Mr. Sandstrom agreed. Chair Pruhs requested additional information regarding AEA’s
responsibility regarding the fuel. Mr. Sandstrom explained that technically, AEA has no
responsibility, because the community owns the facility and is responsible for purchasing the fuel
and the condition of the fuel. Mr. Sandstrom reiterated that this is an ongoing conundrum
because AEA does not have a technical responsibility, but does have programs, if the funding is available, that may address these issues. He noted that Mr. Thayer has referenced that it is a moral responsibility to assist and protect the investment that the State and federal funding partners have provided.
Chair Pruhs asked if he understood correctly that communities are sometimes reluctant to charge rate payers for required maintenance and replacement costs for the functional life of the asset. Mr. Sandstrom agreed. Chair Pruhs noted that his original request for information regarded the conditions of existing facilities and the projected remaining useful life of each facility based on its conditions and its specific operator functions. He asked if staff’s assessments provide that information. Mr. Sandstrom agreed, and explained that the data is revealing that a useful life of a power house should be 20 years, rather than the 10 to 12 years’ useful life that is occurring now.
Chair Pruhs asked if the storm has caused additional issues. Mr. Sandstrom indicated that the amount of damage was thankfully light. He noted that Alaska Village Electrical Cooperative (AVEC) communities were most affected and staff provided technical assistance to their operators. Chair Pruhs asked if there were any independent utilities that were on a critical path now that may
have issues this winter. Mr. Sandstrom noted there were three communities, including Tuluksak
and Arctic Village. He gave anecdotal examples of the ongoing challenges.
Mr. Eledge asked Mr. Sandstrom for an approximate cost to achieve the envisioned end goal of
the maintenance schedule and preventative maintenance program. Mr. Sandstrom discussed that
in order to effectively utilize the program, approximately $327 million is needed to upgrade the
power house facilities and approximately $864 million is needed to upgrade the bulk fuel facilities.
Mr. Eledge asked if those expenses are being offset in part by the Circuit Rider Program. Mr.
Sandstrom commended the underrated Circuit Rider Program staff for keeping many systems
running and saving money for the communities. Mr. Eledge asked if there are both financial
challenges and challenges in finding qualified personnel to complete the work. Mr. Sandstrom
agreed.
Chair Pruhs encouraged staff to utilize and present this visual information on rural power houses
and bulk fuel to the Legislature in Juneau. He believes this is good information to share.
Vice-Chair Kendig asked if the system works with all of the villages or just the specified group. Mr. Sandstrom explained that the system works with all of the villages. The focus is how well the villages can work with the system. There were no other questions.
8. DIRECTORS COMMENTS
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MOTION: A motion was made by Vice-Chair Kendig to enter into Executive Session to discuss confidential financial matters related to the FY24 Budget, the immediate knowledge
of which would have an adverse impact on the Authority. Motion seconded by Mr. Fogle.
A roll call was taken, and the motion to enter into Executive Session was approved
unanimously. A. Budget Overview (Executive Session: 10:36 am - to discuss confidential financial matters, the immediate knowledge of which would have an adverse effect on Alaska Energy Authority)
The Board reconvened its regular meeting at 11:36 am. Chair Pruhs advised that the Board did not take any formal action on the matters discussed while in Executive Session. He expressed appreciation to Mr. Thayer and staff for their input. B. Audit Update Mr. Thayer invited Ms. Keppers to provide the audit update. Ms. Keppers informed that the teams are in Week 3 of the field work audit. Information continues to be provided to the audit firm, as requested. However, the original schedule has not been met. The final draft financial report is anticipated to be released during the week of December 19, at which time, the Board will need to
meet to review and approve the report in order for the final draft numbers to be submitted to
Department of Finance for inclusion into the State’s Comprehensive Annual Financial Report.
Chair Pruhs asked how far behind the audit is from the original scheduled timeframe. Ms. Keppers
commented that the process is approximately four to six weeks behind schedule. Staff informed
Department of Finance in August of the delays and provided an updated schedule for delivery in
January, which has since been improved to December.
Chair Pruhs inquired if the Board’s approval could occur at the January 2023 meeting. Mr. Thayer
suggested staff coordinate with the Department of Administration and Division of Finance
regarding the date since it is near the Christmas holidays. He noted that a December meeting
could occur via MSTeams. Mr. Thayer reminded the Board that the delay is due to vacancies in three key positions that have now been filled and are in the process of training. However, the comptroller position remains vacant. Mr. Mitchell agreed with Mr. Thayer regarding coordination with the State if their financials are also delayed. If the State’s financials are on time, then it would be a priority to complete the work and submit the financials. Chair Pruhs expressed appreciation to staff for their hard work, considering the resource allocation issues. C. Black Rapids Grant
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Mr. Thayer reviewed that AEA and GVEA were successful in obtaining a $12.8 million grant to extend the transmission lines from Delta to Black Rapids Training Site. He commended staff for
the preparation of a strong application. The press release and letter from Department of Defense
is included in the packet. Mr. Thayer informed that a request is in for federal receipt authority.
There is no State match required for this grant. There were no questions.
D. IIJA 40101(D) Grid Resiliency Grant Program Update Mr. Thayer discussed that IIJA Section 40101 D provides funding to states for grid resilience and Alaska is eligible to receive $60 million over a five-year period. There is a State match of approximately $10 million over the same five-year period. The DOE has revised the program and will issue guidance. AEA will complete an application and once approved, AEA will move forward with the program. The program process is expected to be modeled similarly to the Renewable Energy Fund (REF), including application, technical review, and economic analysis. Staff will continue to provide updates to the Board. There were no questions. E. Renewable Energy Grant Fund (REF) Program Update Mr. Thayer reminded the Board that the Governor and Legislature approved $15 million last year for the REF program. The Governor’s appointed Advisory Board met and approved 27 renewable
project grants. Mr. Thayer noted that over 80% of the projects are within rural Alaska. The
information within the packet shows the current status of the projects, and includes the
community, applicant’s name, project name, technology, and funding level. The primary
technologies are solar, wind, and hydro. There were no questions.
F. Alaska Cargo and Cold Storage (ACCS) Update
Mr. Thayer informed that AEA worked with Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) on the $21
million grant for an Alaska Cargo and Cold Storage (ACCS) facility at the airport. The grant was
received as a BUILD grant during the Trump Administration and subsequently, morphed into a
different type of grant under the Biden Administration. AEA and its private partner ACCS have
been at odds with FHWA on the grant agreement. The congressional delegation is also involved in these issues. Mr. Thayer believes that FHWA is having difficulty understanding energy efficiency and renewables on a grant at the airport. An agreement was not reached before the deadline expired. Mr. Thayer noted that Alaska was not the only state having issues with FHWA on the BUILD grants and the Biden Administration and Congress gave a one-year extension to resolve the issues. Mr. Thayer informed that one of the biggest issues is that FHWA wants AEA to own the project. Mr. Thayer commented that $21 million of Phase 1 does not own a $220 million cargo facility at the airport. Chair Pruhs noted that the State owns the land and asked if that can be connected to the grant, as ownership. Mr. Thayer explained that FHWA expects asset ownership for 55 years, rather than the land ownership. He expressed that these are the types of challenges and grant interpretation differences that are being addressed with the assistance of DOL. There were no additional
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questions.
G. Electric Vehicle (EV) Update - Plan Approved September 27, 2022
Mr. Thayer reported that approval was received from DOE and Department of Transportation
(DOT) for approximately $52 million in National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) funds. Work is ongoing with DOT on a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for administration of the funds. A request for federal receipt authority has been initiated in order to begin the phased project this summer. Mr. Thayer highlighted that the total amount of funding awarded to all 50 states was $2.5 billion. He discussed that all states will be ordering equipment and availability is an issue. Alaska is standing in line and probably will not be the first to get electric chargers. Mr. Fogle thanked Mr. Thayer for the big accomplishment. He asked if these funds will be used to build out Phase 2 of the electrical grid for Alaska. Mr. Thayer explained that additional work will occur on Phase 1 to fulfill certain charging station size requirements and power requirements, after which, work will occur on Phase 2 from Tok to Glennallen, and then work will occur on Phase 3 of the marine highway system. He noted that this funding can only be used on the National Highway System. AEA has subsequently applied for a $1.6 million competitive grant for rural Alaska hub communities which are not part of the National Highway System. That process will take a few years.
Mr. Fogle asked if there are any electric vehicles in western Alaska. Mr. Thayer responded in the
affirmative according to the information provided by the Department of Motor Vehicle. He
discussed that an upward trend for electric vehicles is occurring in the state. Mr. Fogle asked if
particular focus will be paid to the areas in the Phase 1 corridor previously identified by the Alaska
Electric Vehicle Association as needing charging stations. Mr. Thayer explained that the program
will be administered similarly to the previous program, in which site hosts will be invited to
participate. The Request for Interest (ROI) that was included in the application received over 100
interested parties throughout the corridors. An exemption was received through Glitter Gulch
near Denali for the requirement that sites must be within 50 miles. Another requirement is that
sites cannot be more than one mile off the corridor. Additionally, site hosts applicants must
provide a 20% match. There were no other questions. H. Denali Commission Update Mr. Thayer advised that the recent competitive bid was successful for $2 million for rural power houses and bulk fuel. There were no questions. I. Juneau Hydro / Sweet Heart Lake Investment Mr. Thayer discussed the announcement and information included in the packet that Juneau Hydro received a $200 million investment from the Japanese company J-POWER to construct the Sweetheart Lake Hydroelectric Plant dam. AEA staff conducted a project overview. Mr. Thayer provided background that AIDEA owns the nearby project Snettisham and transmission lines, managed by AEA. Interconnection agreements will be needed, including between Juneau Hydro
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and Alaska Electric Light & Power (AEL&P). Additionally, the Kensington Mine is interested in purchasing the clean power.
Chair Pruhs asked if there are any other private dams in the state. Mr. Thayer indicated there are
small private dams, but none of this magnitude. Chair Pruhs asked for the total budget amount
of this dam. Mr. Thayer noted that information has not yet been announced. J. Electric Utility Relief Program (EURP) Update Mr. Thayer reminded the Board that this grant program was established to provide relief to electric companies for residential customers that had debt related to the COVID-19 pandemic. The first round dispersed $2.9 million. The second round dispersed $37,000. The criteria was then changed by Department of Commerce. The third round dispersed $261,117. The program is concluded and the remaining balance of $3.5 million will be returned to Department of Commerce. Mr. Thayer informed there were other entities also assisting with bad debt of residential utility bills during the COVID-19 pandemic. There were no questions. K. 2023 Proposed AEA Board Meeting Schedule Mr. Thayer noted that the 2023 proposed meeting schedule is included in the packet. Staff will
work with the Chair to determine if all nine meetings are needed. He highlighted that the meeting
in January is on the 18th.
Mr. Fogle informed that discussion occurred at the AIDEA meeting regarding a strategic planning
session for both organizations in early 2023. He hopes that session can be included in the
schedule. Chair Pruhs requested that Mr. Thayer coordinate with Executive Director of AIDEA and
propose a date and location to the Board.
Mr. Eledge asked if the proposed dates are approved. Chair Pruhs noted that he believes the
dates match the AIDEA meeting dates.
L. Community Outreach Mr. Thayer gave an overview of the provided community outreach schedule included in the packet. There were no questions. M. Articles of Interest Mr. Thayer noted that included in the packet are articles of interest that have been written since the last Board meeting, many of the articles are written by in-state reporters. Mr. Thayer highlighted that the team has been tremendous and has pulled together in working with new programs and new financing sources that are outside of the normal spectrum. He commended Ms. Bertolini for her efforts in compiling all of the necessary documents, not only for
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this meeting, but also for the upcoming close of the bonding.
N. Next Regularly Scheduled AEA Board Meeting Wednesday, December 7, 2022
9. BOARD COMMENTS
Mr. Fogle thanked Mr. Thayer and to staff for all of the information provided today, especially in regards to the bond information. He understands how hard everyone is working to make AEA successful and expressed appreciation for those diligent efforts. Mr. Fogle thanked Mr. Sandstrom for stepping up to his new position. Commissioner Sande expressed appreciation to the staff. Chair Pruhs echoed the thanks to staff for their rigorous efforts. He expressed congratulations to Mr. Sandstrom, and extended his assistance, if needed. 10. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business of the Board, the AEA meeting adjourned at 12:05 pm.
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Curtis W. Thayer, Executive Director / Secretary
Financial Statements
June 30, 2022
Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
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(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Table of Contents
June 30, 2022
Independent Auditor’s Report ................................................................................................................................... 2
Management’s Discussion and Analysis .................................................................................................................... 5
Basic Financial Statements
Government‐Wide Financial Statements
Statement of Net Position ................................................................................................................................... 18
Statement of Activities ......................................................................................................................................... 20
Fund Financial Statements
Balance Sheet – Governmental Funds ................................................................................................................. 21
Statement of Revenues, Expenditures, and Changes in Fund Balances – Governmental Funds ........................ 22
Statement of Net Position – Enterprise Fund ...................................................................................................... 23
Statement of Revenues, Expenses, and Changes in Net Position – Enterprise Fund .......................................... 25
Statement of Cash Flows – Enterprise Fund ........................................................................................................ 26
Notes to Financial Statements ............................................................................................................................. 28
Supplementary Information
Schedule 1 – Bradley Lake Hydroelectric Project Trust Account Activities (Unaudited) ..................................... 46
Schedule 2 – Special Revenue Fund – Projects and Programs – Balance Sheet (Unaudited) .............................. 47
Schedule 3 – Special Revenue Fund – Projects and Programs – Statement of Revenues, Expenses,
and Changes in Fund Balance (Unaudited) .......................................................................................................... 48
Schedule 4 – Business‐Type Activities – Enterprise Fund –Projects and Programs – Statement of
Net Position (Unaudited) ..................................................................................................................................... 49
Schedule 5 – Business‐Type Activities – Enterprise Fund – Projects and Programs – Statement of
Revenues, Expenses, and Changes in Net Position (Unaudited) ......................................................................... 51
Schedule 6 – Capital Assets Presented under Federal Energy Commission Requirements (Unaudited) ............ 52
Schedule 7 – Bradley Lake Historical Annual Project Cost (Unaudited) .............................................................. 53
Schedule 8 – PCE Endowment Fund Historical Analysis (Unaudited) .................................................................. 54
Schedule 9 – Supplementary Organization and Project Information (Unaudited) .............................................. 55
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Independent Auditor’s Report
To the Board of Directors
Alaska Energy Authority
Anchorage, Alaska
Report on the Financial Statements
Opinions
We have audited the accompanying financial statements of the governmental activities, the business‐
type activities, and each major fund of Alaska Energy Authority (A Component Unit of the State of
Alaska) (the Authority), as of and for the year ended June 30, 2022, and the related notes to the financial
statements, which collectively comprise the Authority’s basic financial statements as listed in the table
of contents.
In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the
respective financial position of the governmental activities, the business‐type activities, and each major
fund of the Authority, as of June 30, 2022, and the respective changes in financial position and, where
applicable, cash flows thereof for the year then ended in accordance with accounting principles
generally accepted in the United States of America.
Basis for Opinions
We conducted our audit in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States
of America (GAAS) and the standards applicable to financial audits contained in Government Auditing
Standards issued by the Comptroller General of the United States (Government Auditing Standards). Our
responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditor’s Responsibilities for the
Audit of the Financial Statements section of our report. We are required to be independent of the
Authority, and to meet our other ethical responsibilities, in accordance with the relevant ethical
requirements relating to our audit. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient
and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinions.
Responsibilities of Management for the Financial Statements
Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements in
accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, and for the
design, implementation, and maintenance of internal control relevant to the preparation and fair
presentation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or
error.
In preparing the financial statements, management is required to evaluate whether there are conditions
or events, considered in the aggregate, that raise substantial doubt about the Authority’s ability to
continue as a going concern for twelve months beyond the financial statement date, including any
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currently known information that may raise substantial doubt shortly thereafter.
Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements
Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole
are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report
that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance but is not absolute
assurance and therefore is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with GAAS and
Government Auditing Standards will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. The risk of
not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error,
as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of
internal control. Misstatements are considered material if there is a substantial likelihood that,
individually or in the aggregate, they would influence the judgment made by a reasonable user based on
the financial statements.
In performing an audit in accordance with GAAS and Government Auditing Standards, we
Exercise professional judgment and maintain professional skepticism throughout the audit.
Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to
fraud or error, and design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks. Such
procedures include examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in
the financial statements.
Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit
procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an
opinion on the effectiveness of the Authority’s internal control. Accordingly, no such opinion is
expressed.
Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of significant
accounting estimates made by management, as well as evaluate the overall presentation of the
financial statements.
Conclude whether, in our judgment, there are conditions or events, considered in the
aggregate, that raise substantial doubt about the Authority’s ability to continue as a going
concern for a reasonable period of time.
We are required to communicate with those charged with governance regarding, among other matters,
the planned scope and timing of the audit, significant audit findings, and certain internal control‐related
matters that we identified during the audit.
Required Supplementary Information
Accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America require that the management’s
discussion and analysis be presented to supplement the basic financial statements. Such information is
the responsibility of management and, although not a part of the basic financial statements, is required
by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board who considers it to be an essential part of financial
reporting for placing the basic financial statements in an appropriate operational, economic, or
historical context. We have applied certain limited procedures to the required supplementary
information in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America,
which consisted of inquiries of management about the methods of preparing the information and
comparing the information for consistency with management’s responses to our inquiries, the basic
financial statements, and other knowledge we obtained during our audit of the basic financial
statements. We do not express an opinion or provide any assurance on the information because the
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limited procedures do not provide us with sufficient evidence to express an opinion or provide any
assurance.
Supplementary Information
Our audit was conducted for the purpose of forming opinions on the financial statements that
collectively comprise the Authority’s basic financial statements. The Schedules 1 through 5 are
presented for purpose of additional analysis and are not a required part of the basic financial
statements. Such information is the responsibility of management and was derived from and relates
directly to the underlying accounting and other records used to prepare the basic financial statements.
The information has been subjected to the auditing procedures applied in the audit of the basic financial
statements and certain additional procedures, including comparing and reconciling such information
directly to the underlying accounting and other records used to prepare the basic financial statements
or to the basic financial statements themselves, and other additional procedures in accordance with
auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America. In our opinion, the Schedules 1
through 5 are fairly stated, in all material respects, in relation to the basic financial statements as a
whole.
Other Information
Management is responsible for the other supplemental information included in the annual report. The
other information comprises the Schedules 6‐9 but does not include the basic financial statements and
our auditor's report thereon. Our opinions on the basic financial statements do not cover the other
information, and we do not express an opinion or any form of assurance thereon.
In connection with our audit of the basic financial statements, our responsibility is to read the other
information and consider whether a material inconsistency exists between the other information and
the basic financial statements, or the other information otherwise appears to be materially misstated. If,
based on the work performed, we conclude that an uncorrected material misstatement of the other
information exists, we are required to describe it in our report.
Other Reporting Required by Government Auditing Standards
In accordance with Government Auditing Standards, we have also issued our report dated DATE
PENDING on our consideration of the Authority’s internal control over financial reporting and on our
tests of its compliance with certain provisions of laws, regulations, contracts, and grant agreements and
other matters. The purpose of that report is solely to describe the scope of our testing of internal
control over financial reporting and compliance and the results of that testing, and not to provide an
opinion on the effectiveness of the Authority’s internal control over financial reporting or on
compliance. That report is an integral part of an audit performed in accordance with Government
Auditing Standards in considering the Authority’s internal control over financial reporting and
compliance.
Eide Bailly Signature
Boise, Idaho
DATE PENDING
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Management’s Discussion and Analysis
June 30, 2022
Overview of the Financial Statements
The Alaska Energy Authority (AEA or Authority) is a public corporation of the State of Alaska (State) within the
Department of Commerce, Community and Economic Development (DCCED), but with a separate and
independent legal existence and a separate and self‐balancing set of independently audited financial
statements. AEA’s operations consist of governmental fund activities reported as special revenue funds and
business‐type activities reported as enterprise funds. The financial information in this report is later reported as
a component of the State and is discreetly presented in the State’s financial statements.
AEA manages the following projects and programs: owned hydroelectric and intertie projects, rural energy
programs, and energy development programs. AEA’s programs are funded primarily by the State, federal grants,
investment income, and utility companies – for use of AEA owned assets. Further information on AEA’s
programs can be found in Note 1 to the financial statements.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis
This section presents management’s discussion and analysis of the financial position and results of operations
for the year ended June 30, 2022. This information is presented to help the reader focus on significant financial
matters and provide additional information regarding the activities of the Authority. This information should be
read in conjunction with the Independent Auditor’s Report, the audited financial statements, and accompanying
notes.
Government‐Wide Financial Statements
The government‐wide financial statements report information about the overall finances of the Authority similar
to a business enterprise. These statements combine and consolidate short‐term spendable resources with
capital assets and long‐term obligations.
The government‐wide financial statements are divided into the following categories:
Governmental activities – These are functions of the Authority that are financed primarily by
intergovernmental revenues. AEA’s governmental activities include Power Cost Equalization (PCE)
Program, Renewable Energy Grant Fund, Trans‐Alaska Pipeline Liability Fund, Rural Energy Projects,
Volkswagen Diesel Settlement Fund, and the Electric Utility Relief Fund.
Business‐type activities – These are functions of the Authority in which customer user fees and charges are
used to help cover all or most of the cost of services they provide. AEA’s business‐type activities include
the Bradley Lake Hydroelectric Project, the Alaska Intertie Project, the Susitna‐Watana Hydroelectric
Project, and the Power Project Fund. Included in Bradley Lake Hydroelectric Project is the addition of
Battle Creek which expands the hydroelectric project and the Sterling Substation to Quartz Creek
Substation (SSQ Line) which transmits power to customers.
The Statement of Net Position presents information on all of AEA’s assets and deferred outflows of resources
less liabilities and deferred inflows of resources, which results in net position. This statement is designed to
display the financial position of AEA.
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
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The Statement of Activities provides information, which shows how the Authority’s net position changed as a
result of the year’s activities. The statement uses the full accrual basis of accounting and the economic resources
measurement focus, which is similar to the accounting used by private‐sector businesses. Revenues are
recognized when earned and expenses are recognized when a liability is incurred.
Fund Financial Statements
A fund is a grouping of related accounts used to maintain control over resources that have been segregated for
specific activities or objectives. The funds of the Authority are divided into two categories: governmental fund
and proprietary fund, both of which are further described below, and which provides more detail than the
government‐wide statements. AEA uses fund accounting to ensure and demonstrate compliance with finance
related legal requirements.
Governmental Funds – Special Revenue Funds
The Authority reports one governmental fund as a special revenue fund. The special revenue fund is used to
account for activities that are supported primarily by intergovernmental revenues.
Governmental funds are used to account for essentially the same functions reported as governmental activities
in the government‐wide financial statements. However, unlike the government‐wide financial statements,
governmental fund financial statements focus on the short‐term view of AEA’s operations. Because the focus of
governmental funds is narrower than that of the government‐wide financial statements, it is useful to compare
the information presented for the government funds with similar information presented for governmental
activities in the government‐wide financial statements. These funds are combined on the Governmental Fund
Balance Sheet/Statement of Net Position – Governmental Activities and Governmental Fund Statement of
Revenues, Expenditures and Changes in Fund Balance/Statement of Activities – Governmental Activities.
Propriety Funds – Enterprise Funds
The Authority reports one enterprise fund. The enterprise fund is used to account for activities for which a fee is
charged to external users for goods and services.
The Statement of Net Position reports the Authority’s assets, deferred outflows of resources, liabilities, deferred
inflows of resources, and resulting net position. The net position is reported as net investment in capital assets,
restricted, and unrestricted. Restricted net position is subject to external limits such as bond resolutions, legal
agreements, or statutes. The Statement of Revenues, Expenses, and Changes in Net Position reports the
Authority’s revenues, expenses, and resulting change in net position during the periods reported. Both
statements report on the full accrual basis of accounting and economic resources measurement focus.
The Statement of Cash Flows reports the Authority’s sources and uses of cash and change in cash balance
resulting from the Authority’s activities during periods reported.
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
June 30, 2022
Notes to Basic Financial Statements
The notes provide additional information that is essential to fully understand the amounts reported in the
government‐wide and fund financial statements.
Other Information
In addition to the basic financial statements and accompanying notes, this report also presents certain
supplementary information, which provides additional information about AEA’s projects and programs.
Required Components of the Financial Report
Summary Detail
Basic Financial
Statements
(audited)
Required and
Optional*
Supplementary
Information
Government‐
wide Financial
Statements
(audited)
Notes to the Financial
Statements (audited)
Fund Financial
Statements
(audited)
Management's
Discussion and
Analysis (audited)
*Optional Supplementary Information:
Schedule 1: Bradley Lake Hydroelectric Project Trust Account Activities (Unaudited);
Schedule 2: Special Revenue Fund – Projects and Programs – Balance Sheet (Unaudited);
Schedule 3: Special Revenue Fund – Projects and Programs – Statement of Revenues, Expenses, and
Changes in Fund Balance (Unaudited);
Schedule 4: Business‐Type Activities – Enterprise Fund – Projects and Programs – Statement of Net
Position (Unaudited);
Schedule 5: Business‐Type Activities – Enterprise Fund – Projects and Programs – Statement of Revenues,
Expenses, and Changes in Net Position (Unaudited);
Schedule 6: Capital Assets Presented under Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Requirements
(Unaudited);
Schedule 7: Bradley Lake Historical Annual Project Cost (Unaudited);
Schedule 8: PCE Endowment Fund Historical Analysis (Unaudited); and
Schedule 9: Supplementary Organization and Project Information (Unaudited).
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Management’s Discussion and Analysis
June 30, 2022
Government‐Wide Financial Analysis
As noted earlier, net position may serve over time as a useful indicator of a government’s financial position. In
the case with AEA as a whole, assets and deferred outflows exceeded its liabilities and deferred inflows by
$1,373.9 billion at June 30, 2022 and $1,569.7 million at June 30, 2021.
Of the total net position at June 30, 2022, $339.4 million was invested in capital assets, net of related debt, and
$1.0 billion was restricted. Of the total net position at June 30, 2021, $325.6 million was invested in capital
assets, net of related debt, and $1.2 billion was restricted. In both years, invested in capital assets, net of related
debt, is related to the Bradley Lake Hydroelectric Project, Alaska Intertie Project, and Susitna‐Watana
Hydroelectric Project. The remainder of net position is considered restricted for debt service or restricted due to
agreements with external parties, and legislation.
The following tables are provided to show AEA’s total assets, deferred outflows of resources, liabilities, and net
position at June 30, 2022 and 2021 (stated in thousands):
2022 2021 Variance 2022 2021 Variance
Assets:
Current and other
noncurrent assets 1,020,376$ 1,194,856$ (174,480)$ 60,821$ 81,565$ (20,744)$
Capital assets ‐ ‐ ‐ 385,307 396,079 (10,772)
Total assets 1,020,376 1,194,856 (174,480) 446,128 477,644 (31,516)
Total assets 1,020,376 1,194,856 (174,480) 446,128 477,644 (31,516)
Liabilities:
Current liabilities 38,110 25,866 12,244 10,141 19,912 (9,771)
Noncurrent liabilities ‐ ‐ ‐ 44,376 57,043 (12,667)
Total liabilities 38,110 25,866 12,244 54,516 76,955 (22,438)
Net Position:
Net investment in
capital assets ‐ ‐ ‐ 339,383 325,614 13,769
Restricted 982,266 1,168,990 (186,724) 52,232 75,075 (22,843)
Unrestricted ‐ ‐ ‐ (4) ‐ (4)
Total net position 982,266 1,168,990 (186,724) 391,611 400,689 (9,078)
Total liabilities and
net position 1,020,376$ 1,194,856$ (174,480)$ 446,128$ 477,644$ (31,516)$
Governmental Activities Business‐Type Activities
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Governmental Activities
Current and other noncurrent assets
The following table is provided to show the details of AEA’s current and other noncurrent assets at June 30,
2022 and 2021 (stated in thousands):
2022 2021 Variance
Restricted cash and cash equivalents 35,945$ 28,160$ 7,785$
Restricted investments 978,610 1,161,100 (182,490)
Operating receivables 167 14 153
Due from Federal Government 4,424 3,991 433
Due from State of Alaska 616 1,268 (652)
Due from State of Alaska's component units ‐ 7 (7)
Due (to) from other funds/internal balances 614 316 298
Current and other noncurrent assets 1,020,376$ 1,194,856$ (174,480)$
Current and other noncurrent assets in total are $174.5 million lower in the current fiscal year. Restricted cash
and cash equivalents held by AEA increased by $7.8 million and is associated with unspent advances for State of
Alaska RPSU Capital for $5.8 million and Federal Advances for EURP Grants for $1.9 million. Restricted
investments decreased by $182.5 million, primarily due to unrealized losses in the fiscal year 2022 PCE
Endowment Fund. Amounts due from the federal government increased by $433.0 thousand related to timing of
reimbursement requests submitted and received from federal agencies on federal awards. Due from the State of
Alaska and State of Alaska’s component units decreased by $653.0 thousand. These balances will fluctuate
annually. Due (to) from other funds/internal balances will fluctuate annually depending on program activities
and cash needs. The $297.0 thousand increase is due to timing of fiscal year 2022 related billing and
reimbursement requests.
Total current and noncurrent liabilities increased in this fiscal year by $12.2. The increase is in current liabilities
is primarily due to higher accounts payable at year end.
Net Position
The following table is provided to show details of AEA’s net position at June 30, 2022 and 2021 (stated in
thousands):
2022 2021 Variance
Restricted by agreements with external parties 922$ 1,110$ (188)$
Restricted by legislation 981,344 1,167,880 (186,536)
Net Position 982,266$ 1,168,990$ (186,724)$
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(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Management’s Discussion and Analysis
June 30, 2022
The Governmental Activities Net position decreased by $186.7 million during the current fiscal year. Net position
restricted by agreements with external parties decreased by $188.0 thousand compared to the June 30, 2021
balance due to current year expenditures from the Trans‐Alaska Pipeline Liability Fund. Net position restricted
by legislation decreased by $186.5 million primarily due to unrealized investment losses in the PCE Endowment
Fund.
Business‐Type Activities
Business‐type activities are functions of the Authority in which customer user fees and charges are used to help
cover all or most of the cost of services they provide. AEA’s business‐type activities include the Bradley Lake
Hydroelectric Project, the Alaska Intertie Project, the Susitna‐Watana Hydroelectric Project, the Power Project
Fund, and the Power Development and Railbelt Energy Projects.
Current and other noncurrent assets
The following table is provided to show the details of the AEA’s current and other noncurrent assets, excluding
capital assets and deferred outflows at June 30, 2022 and 2021 (stated in thousands):
2022 2021 Variance
Restricted cash and cash equivalents 33,950$ 32,351$ 1,599$
Restricted investments ‐ 22,342 (22,342)
Operating receivables 267 206 61
Prepaid expense ‐ 36 (36)
Loans receivable, net of allowance 26,576 25,447 1,129
Due from Federal Government 482 564 (82)
Due from State of Alaska ‐ ‐ ‐
Due from State of Alaska's component units 113 ‐ 113
Accrued interest receivable 47 935 (888)
Due (to) from other funds/internal balances (614) (316) (298)
Current and other noncurrent assets 60,820$ 81,565$ (20,745)$
Overall Current and other noncurrent assets decreased by $20.8 million in the current fiscal year. The decrease
in current and noncurrent assets is primarily due to a decrease in restricted investment of $22.3 million. This
decrease was primarily due to liquidation of investment agreements with JP Morgan Chase Bank upon pay off of
the original Bradley Lake Project bonds on July 1, 2021. Increase in Restricted cash and cash equivalents of $1.6
million is primarily due to funds received for utility buy‐in for participation in the Battle Creek Project to be
disbursed to the original project participants in fiscal year 2023. Operating receivables and prepaid expenses
increased by $27.0 thousand, associated with timing of monthly billing. Loans receivable (net of allowance)
increased by $1.1 million due to new loans. Accrued interest receivable decreased by $888.0 thousand
associated with interest rates on loans. Due (to) from other funds/internal balances will fluctuate annually
depending on program activities and cash needs.
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Management’s Discussion and Analysis
June 30, 2022
Total current and noncurrent liabilities
The following table is provided to show the details of AEA’s total current and noncurrent liabilities at June 30,
2022 and 2021 (stated in thousands):
2022 2021 Variance
Due to State of Alaska 691$ 744$ (53)$
Due to component units 99 99$
Accounts payable 6,794 5,049 1,745
Bonds payable 45,925 69,109 (23,184)
Other bond liabilities 56 569 (513)
Accrued interest payable 952 1,484 (532)
Current and other noncurrent liabilities 54,517$ 76,955$ (22,438)$
Overall total current and noncurrent liabilities decreased in the current fiscal year by $22.4 million primarily due
to the reduction in bonds payable associated with the payoff of Bradley Lake bonds (First, Fourth and Sixth
Series), and an early prepayment of SSQ line debt service (Tenth Series). Due to the State of Alaska decreased by
$52 thousand and is related to state appropriations drawn based on project need; therefore, these balances will
fluctuate annually. Accounts payable increased by $1.8 million due to invoicing accruals at year end. Other
Bonds payable decreased by $513 thousand netted between debt service principal payments on the Bradley
Lake Hydroelectric Project bonds. Accrued interest payable decreased by $534 thousand related to lower
Bradley Lake debt compared to prior year.
Net Position
The following table is provided to show the details of AEA’s net position at June 30, 2022 and 2021 (stated in
thousands):
2022 2021 Variance
Net investment in capital assets 339,383$ 325,614$ 13,769$
Restricted for capital projects 1,969 1,979 (10)
Restricted for debt service 5,771 27,636 (21,865)
Restricted by agreements with external parties 3,168 3,913 (745)
Restricted by legislation 41,324 41,547 (223)
Unrestricted (4) ‐ (4)
Net Position 391,611$ 400,689$ (9,078)$
Overall Net position decreased in the current fiscal year by $9.1 million primarily to reduction in bond debt
being greater than investments in capital additions. Net investment in capital assets increased $13.8 million due
to the net effect of capital asset additions and reduction of debt related to capital projects. Debt service is
reduced in fiscal year 2022 due to the payoff of original Bradley Lake Bond debt (Series First, Fourth and Sixth).
In addition, an early prepayment was made towards the SSQ Line bonds (Series Tenth).
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Management’s Discussion and Analysis
June 30, 2022
The following table is provided to show AEA’s revenues, expenses, and changes in net position at June 30, 2022
and 2021 (stated in thousands):
2022 2021 Variance 2022 2021 Variance
Revenues:
Program revenues:
Fees, fines, and charges
for services ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 14,005$ 23,209$ (9,204)$
Operating grants and
contributions 16,993 17,064 (71) 172 228 (56)
General revenues:
Investment income (144,144) 150,472 (294,616) 35 1,511 (1,476)
State of Alaska appropriations/
transfers (12,395) 1,017,213 (1,029,608) ‐ ‐ ‐
Total revenues (139,546) 1,184,749 (1,324,295) 14,212 24,948 (10,736)
Expenses:
Grants and projects 18,238 20,370 (2,132) ‐ ‐ ‐
Power cost equalization grants 24,222 25,557 (1,335) ‐ ‐ ‐
General and administrative 4,990 19,350 (14,360) 1,329 1,255 74
Interest expense ‐ ‐ ‐ 1,568 1,159 409
Plant operations ‐ ‐ ‐ 7,834 7,797 37
Depreciation ‐ ‐ ‐ 12,305 12,356 (51)
Provision for loan loss ‐ ‐ ‐ (17) (33) 16
Total expenses 47,450 65,277 (17,827) 23,019 22,534 485
Change in net position (186,996) 1,119,472 (1,306,468) (8,807) 2,414 (11,221)
Net position, beginning of year 1,169,262 39,891 1,129,371 400,418 398,275 2,143
Net position, end of year 982,266 1,168,990 (186,724)$ 391,611$ 400,689$ (9,078)$
Governmental Activities Business‐Type Activities
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Governmental Activities:
These are functions of the Authority that are financed primarily by intergovernmental revenues. AEA’s
governmental activities include Power Cost Equalization (PCE) Program, Renewable Energy Grant Fund, Trans‐
Alaska Pipeline Liability Fund, Rural Energy Projects, Volkswagen Diesel Settlement Fund, and the Electric Utility
Relief Fund.
Total revenues for governmental activities decreased by $1.3 billion, based on the following:
Operating grants and contributions and State of Alaska appropriations/transfers are from State of Alaska
operating and capital appropriations and Federal grant awards. AEA recognizes revenue to the extent of
expenditures. The State of Alaska appropriations/transfers reflects a variance decrease by $1.0 billion as a
result of removal of the PCE sweep in fiscal year 2021.
Investment income is primarily from interest earned in the PCE Endowment Fund and the Renewable
Energy Grant Fund (REF), which are managed by the State Department of Revenue, Treasury Division.
Geopolitical and market conditions affected FY22 Investment income losses totaling $144.1 million
compared to investment income of $150.5 million in FY21. Investment income losses in the PCE
Endowment Fund are $143.9 million and $309.0 thousand for REF.
Expenses for governmental activities decreased by $17.8 million, based on the following:
Grants and project expenses decreased by $2.1 million in the current fiscal year. The decrease was a
combination of less State funds appropriated for the projects and deferral of projects due to supply chain
and logistical issues.
PCE grants decreased by $1.3 million due to the timing between receipt of documentation from grantees
and payment to grantees and related year end liability accrual estimates of the timing differences.
State of Alaska appropriations/transfers incurred no activity in fiscal year 2022. This is the result of the
legal ruling, which removed PCE from the sweep to the CBR, which removed the netted sweep reversal
from fiscal year 2020 and the fiscal year 2021 sweep amount.
General and administrative expenses decreased by $14.4 million compared to the prior year and is
primarily due to an fiscal year 2021 State charge to the PCE Endowment for $16 million that did not
reoccur in fiscal year 2022.
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(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Management’s Discussion and Analysis
June 30, 2022
Business‐Type Activities:
Total revenues for business‐type activities decreased by $10.7 million, based on the following:
Fees, fines, and charges for services decreased by $9.2 million. Charges for services include the amounts
received from the utilities for plant operations and debt service obligations. These services are provided
under various agreements and are based on project expenditures, operating cash requirements, and will
fluctuate annually. This decrease was primarily due to pay off of the original Bradley Lake Project bonds on
July 1, 2021. The revenue for funds to make the final payment was received in the prior year and no need
for revenue for the debt service in fiscal year 2022.
Operating grants and contributions are from State of Alaska operating and capital appropriations.
Operating grants and contributions decreased slightly by $57 thousand due to project expenditures
related to the capital appropriations.
Investment income decreased by $1.5 million, due to decreased investment earnings. This decrease was
primarily due to liquidation of investment agreements with JP Morgan Chase Bank upon pay off of the
original Bradley Lake Project bonds on July 1, 2021.
Expenses for business‐type activities increased by $484 thousand, primarily based on the following:
Interest expense represents the cost of interest on AEA’s Power Revenue Bonds for the Bradley Lake
Hydroelectric Project. Interest expense increased in the current fiscal year by $409.0 thousand. The
increase in interest expense is primarily due to increase in debt for the Bradley Lake Project purchase of a
transmission line from a participating utility in fiscal year 2022.
Plant operations for the Bradley Lake Hydroelectric Project and the Alaska Intertie Project increased in
the current fiscal year by $37.0 thousand. Plant operations consist of various activities required to
maintain operations of each project. The decrease from the prior year is primarily due to reduced
transmission line expense for the Alaska Intertie Project.
Fund Financial Analysis
Fund Balances
The Power Development Fund is not included below discussion as its net fund balance of $1,499 million did not
change between fiscal year 2021 and fiscal year 2022.
Governmental Fund:
The focus of AEA’s governmental fund is to provide information on near‐term inflows, outflows, and balances of
spendable resources. Such information is useful in assessing AEA’s financing requirements.
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(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Management’s Discussion and Analysis
June 30, 2022
The following table is provided to show AEA’s total fund balances for the governmental funds at June 30, 2022
and 2021 (stated in thousands):
2022 2021 Variance
Power Cost Equalization Program 960,388$ 1,145,062$ (184,674)$
Renewable Energy Grant Fund 19,693 21,802 (2,109)
Emerging Energy Technology Fund 979 1,004 (25)
Trans‐Alaska Pipeline Liability Fund 922 1,110 (188)
Rural Energy Projects 12 12 (0)
Power Development Fund 272 ‐ 272
Total Fund Balances 982,266$ 1,168,990$ (186,724)$
At the end of the current fiscal year, AEA’s governmental funds reported combined ending fund balances of
$982.0 million, which is a decrease in comparison with the prior fiscal year. The Power Cost Equalization
Program decreases are due to unrealized losses on investments in the PCE Endowment Fund during the year.
The decrease in the Renewable Energy Fund by $2.1 million is a result of AEA disbursements for the Renewable
Energy Fund. The Trans‐Alaska Pipeline Liability Fund reduced by $188.0 thousand, both as a result of project
activity in fiscal year 2022.
The combined ending fund balance is categorized as restricted to indicate that there is an externally enforceable
limitation to its use. Specifically, the fund balance is entirely restricted by agreements with external parties or by
legislation.
Proprietary Fund:
AEA’s proprietary fund financial statements consist of enterprise funds, which provide detailed information of
the same type found in the business‐type activities section of the government‐wide financial statements.
The following table is provided to show AEA’s total net position for the proprietary fund at June 30, 2022 and
2021 (stated in thousands):
2022 2021 Variance
Bradley Lake Hydroelectric Project 153,281$ 160,429$ (7,148)$
Alaska Intertie Project 13,324 15,031 (1,707)
Susitna‐Watana Hydroelectric Project 183,682 183,682 ‐
Power Project Fund 39,602 39,553 49
Power Development and Railbelt Energy Projects 1,722 1,994 (272)
Total Net Position 391,611$ 400,689$ (9,076)$
At the end of the current fiscal year, AEA’s proprietary fund reported (not including the Power Development
Fund) combined ending net position of $389.9 million, which is a decrease of $8.8 million in comparison with the
prior fiscal year. The decrease of $7.2 million for the Bradley Lake Hydroelectric Project was due to lower
operating revenues net of higher operating expenses. The operating revenue decrease is related to pay‐off of
the original Bradley Lake Project Bonds at the beginning of the year. The SSQ Line Bond (Tenth Series) payment
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Management’s Discussion and Analysis
June 30, 2022
was funded by the capital reserve balance from the Bradley Lake Project bonds that was released upon payoff of
the bonds. The decrease of $1.7 million for the Alaska Intertie Project was due to operating revenues less than
operating expenses as a result of depreciation expense. The Power Project Fund increased slightly by $50
thousand.
The following table is provided to show the proprietary fund net position by category at June 30, 2022 and 2021
(stated in thousands):
2022 2021 Variance
Net investment in capital assets 339,383$ 325,614$ 13,769$
Restricted for capital projects 1,969 1,979 (10)
Restricted for debt service 5,771 27,636 (21,865)
Restricted by agreements with external parties 3,168 3,913 (745)
Restricted by legislation 41,324 41,547 (223)
Unrestricted (4) ‐ (4)
Total Net Position 391,611$ 400,689$ (9,078)$
Total Net Position decreased by $8.8 million primarily by capital asset and debt service activity. The Net
investment in capital assets increased by $13.8 million, which is the net effect of capital asset additions and
retirements. In fiscal year 2022 the Bradley Project purchased a transmission line which is the primary reason for
the increase. The reduction of debt related to capital projects in fiscal year 2022 is reflected in the $21.9 million
decrease in the Restricted for debt service. The decrease is primarily due to pay off of the original Bradley Lake
Bonds.
Capital Assets and Debt Administration
Capital Assets:
AEA’s investment in capital assets for its business‐type activities as of June 30, 2022 amounts to $385.3 million
(net of accumulated depreciation), which is a decrease of $10.8 million from the prior fiscal year. The
investment in capital assets only occurs in the enterprise funds and includes land and rights of way,
infrastructure, equipment, and construction in progress.
2022 2021 Variance
Land and Rights of Way 11,212$ 11,212$ ‐$
Equipment 1,394 1,228 166
Infrastructure 187,803 198,741 (10,938)
Construction in Progress 184,898 184,898 ‐
Total 385,307$ 396,079$ (10,772)$
Business‐Type Activities
Capital assets, net of accumulated depreciation decreased by $10.8 million as a net result of additions and
depreciation of capital assets for both Bradley Lake and Alaska Intertie as normal maintenance and upgrades to
the existing assets. Further information on AEA’s capital assets can be found in Note 3.
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(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Management’s Discussion and Analysis
June 30, 2022
Long‐Term Debt:
At the end of the current fiscal year, AEA had total long‐term debt outstanding of $45.9 million. AEA’s total long‐
term debt decreased by $23.2 million during the current fiscal year as a result of the final payments made on the
Bradley Lake First, Fourth and Sixth Series debt service and an early pay down of $10.9 million towards the SSQ
Line debt service (Series Tenth), which secured bonds in the amount of $17.0 million.
The following table is provided to show the outstanding debt at June 30, 2022 and 2021 (stated in thousands):
2022 2021 Variance
Power Revenue and Refunding Bonds
Bradley Lake ‐$ 10,870$ (10,870)$
Bradley Lake‐Battle Creek private placement 39,865 41,239 (1,374)
Soldotna to Quartz Creek (SSQ) private placement 6,060 17,000 (10,940)
Total 45,925$ 69,109$ (23,184)$
Business‐Type Activities
Further information on AEA’s long‐term debt can be found in Note 5.
Outlook
AEA anticipates a substantial increase in federal funding, from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and
others, over the next several years. This increase will require substantial new receipt authority as well as
matching funds from the Legislature and other sources. In addition, it is anticipated that additional personnel
will be required to fulfill the Authority’s mission with the new funding.
Various Rural Power System Upgrades and Bulk Fuel Upgrades projects are anticipated to continue through
fiscal year 2023 with ongoing federal and state funding. AEA and the Denali Commission are leveraging the use
of available funding by shifting project focus to maintenance and improvement projects. AEA will continue Bulk
Fuel and Power Plant Operator training, Circuit Rider, Technical Assistance, and Electrical Emergency efforts
across Alaska.
AEA continues to manage the Renewable Energy Grant Fund (REF) active projects. The legislature approved
funding for Round 14 to begin in fiscal year 2023. AEA will next solicit applications for the Renewable Energy
Fund grant program in late 2022 to deliver a recommended priority for awarding grants to the Legislature for
fiscal year 2024 funding.
Operations and maintenance of AEA’s Bradley Lake Hydroelectric Project, and the Alaska Intertie Project will
continue as approved by the Bradley Lake Project Management Committee, AEA, and the Alaska Intertie
Committee, respectively. With the final payment on the original Bradley Lake bonds in early fiscal year 2022, an
excess earnings estimate has been calculated and will used to pay for a bond issuance of $166 million. These
funds will be used for required project work associated with the Bradley Lake Hydroelectric Project.
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See Notes to Financial Statements 18
Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Statement of Net Position
(in thousands)
June 30, 2022
Governmental Business‐Type
Activities Activities Total
Assets
Current Assets
Restricted cash and cash equivalents 35,945$ 33,950$ 69,895$
Operating receivables 167 267 434
Due from federal government 4,424 ‐ 4,424
Loans receivable, net of allowance ‐ 482 482
Due from State of Alaska 616 ‐ 616
Due from State of Alaska's component units ‐ 113 113
Accrued interest receivable ‐ 47 47
Due (to) from other funds/internal balances 614 (614) ‐
Total current assets 41,766 34,245 76,011
Noncurrent Assets
Restricted investments 978,610 ‐ 978,610
Loans receivable, net of allowance ‐ 26,576 26,576
Capital assets, net of accumulated depreciation ‐ 385,307 385,307
Total noncurrent assets 978,610 411,883 1,390,493
Total Assets 1,020,376$ 446,128$ 1,466,505$
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See Notes to Financial Statements 19
Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Statement of Net Position
(in thousands)
June 30, 2022
Governmental Business‐Type
Activities Activities Total
Liabilities
Current Liabilities
Due to State of Alaska 16,547$ 691$ 17,238$
Due to State of Alaska's component units 4,257 99 4,356
Accounts payable 17,306 6,794 24,100
Bonds payable ‐ current portion ‐ 1,605 1,605
Accrued interest payable ‐ 952 952
Total current liabilities 38,110 10,141 48,251
Noncurrent Liabilities
Bonds payable ‐ noncurrent portion ‐ 44,320 44,320
Other bond liabilities ‐ 56 56
Total noncurrent liabilities ‐ 44,376 44,376
Total liabilities 38,110 54,516 92,627
Net Position
Net investment in capital assets ‐ 339,383 339,383
Restricted for
Capital projects ‐ 1,969 1,969
Debt service ‐ 5,771 5,771
Agreements with external parties 922 3,168 4,090
Legislation 981,344 41,324 1,022,669
Unrestricted ‐ (4) (4)
Total net position 982,266 391,611 1,373,877
Total Liabilities and Net Position 1,020,376$ 446,128$ 1,466,504$
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See Notes to Financial Statements 20 Alaska Energy Authority (A Component Unit of the State of Alaska) Statement of Activities (in thousands) Year Ended June 30, 2022 Fees, Fines, Operatingand Charges Grants and Governmental Business‐TypeFunctions/ProgramsExpenses for Services Contributions Activities Activities TotalGovernmental ActivitiesPower Cost Equalization Program25,944$ ‐$ ‐$ (25,944)$ ‐$ (25,944)$ Renewable Energy Grant Fund1,787 ‐ ‐ (1,787) ‐ (1,787) Emerging Energy Technology Fund37 ‐ 12 (25) ‐ (25) Trans Alaska Pipeline Liability Fund190 ‐ ‐ (190) ‐ (190) Rural Energy projects17,877 ‐ 15,366 (2,511) ‐ (2,511) Volkswagen Diesel Settlement Fund 1,615 ‐ 1,615 ‐ ‐ ‐ Total governmental activities47,450 ‐ 16,993 (30,457) ‐ (30,457) Business‐Type ActivitiesBradley Lake Hydroelectric Project18,960 11,798 ‐ ‐ (7,162) (7,162) Alaska Intertie Project3,590 1,709 172 ‐ (1,709) (1,709) Power Project Fund469 498 ‐ ‐ 29 29 Total business‐type activities23,019 14,005 172 ‐ (8,842) (8,842) Total Activities70,469$ 14,005$ 17,165$ (30,457) (8,842) (39,299) General RevenuesInterest and investment income (loss)(144,144) 35 (144,109) Transfer to State of Alaska(12,395) ‐ (12,395) Change in Net Position(186,996) (8,807) (195,803) Net Position, Beginning of Year 1,169,262 400,418 1,569,680 Net Position, End of Year982,266$ 391,611$ 1,373,877$ Net (Expense) Revenue and Changes in Net PositionProgram Revenues DRAFT
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Balance Sheet – Governmental Funds
(in thousands)
June 30, 2022
Major Special Statement of
Revenue Fund Net Position
Assets
Current Assets
Restricted cash and cash equivalents 35,945$ 35,945$
Operating receivable 167 167
Due from federal government 4,424 4,424
Due from State of Alaska 616 616
Due (to) from other funds/internal balances 614 614
Total current assets 41,766 41,766
Noncurrent Assets
Restricted investments 978,610 978,610
Total assets 1,020,376$ 1,020,376$
Liabilities
Current Liabilities
Due to State of Alaska 16,547$ 16,547$
Due to State of Alaska's component units 4,257 4,257
Accounts payable 17,306 17,306
Total liabilities 38,110 38,110
Fund Balance
Restricted for
Agreements with external parties 922
Legislation 981,344
Total fund balance 982,266
Total Liabilities and Fund Balance 1,020,376$
Net Position
Restricted for
Agreements with external parties 922
Legislation 981,344
Total net position 982,266
Total Liabilities and Net Position 1,020,376$
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Statement of Revenues, Expenditures, and Changes in Fund Balances – Governmental Funds
(in thousands)
Year Ended June 30, 2022
Major Special Statement of
Revenue Fund Activities
Operating Revenues
State of Alaska appropriations 4,290$ 4,290$
Federal grants 10,211 10,211
Other revenues 2,492 2,492
Total operating revenues 16,993 16,993
Operating Expenses
Grants and projects 18,238 18,238
Power cost equalization grants 24,222 24,222
General and administrative 4,990 4,990
Total operating expenses 47,450 47,450
Nonoperating Revenues (Expenses)
Investment loss, net (144,144) (144,144)
State of Alaska appropriations and transfers (12,395) (12,395)
Total nonoperating revenue (expenses)(156,539) (156,539)
Change in Fund Balance (186,996)
Change in Net Position (186,996)
Fund Balance/Net Position, Beginning of Year 1,169,262 1,169,262
Fund Balance/Net Position, End of Year 982,266$ 982,266$
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Statement of Net Position – Enterprise Fund
(in thousands)
June 30, 2022
Assets
Current Assets
Restricted cash and cash equivalents 33,950$
Operating receivable 267
Loans receivable, net of allowance 482
Due from State of Alaska's component units 113
Accrued interest receivable 47
Due (to) from other funds/internal balances (614)
Total current assets 34,245
Noncurrent Assets
Loans receivable, net of allowance 26,576
Capital assets, net of accumulated depreciation 385,307
Total noncurrent assets 411,883
Total Assets 446,128$
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Statement of Net Position – Enterprise Fund
(in thousands)
June 30, 2022
Liabilities
Current Liabilities
Due to State of Alaska 691$
Due to local government 99
Accounts payable 6,794
Bonds payable ‐ current portion 1,605
Accrued interest payable 952
Total current liabilities 10,141
Noncurrent Liabilities
Bonds payable ‐ noncurrent portion 44,320
Other liabilities 56
Total noncurrent liabilities 44,376
Total liabilities 54,517
Net Position
Net investment in capital assets 339,383
Restricted for
Capital projects 1,969
Debt service 5,771
Agreements with external parties 3,168
Legislation 41,324
Unrestricted (4)
Total net position 391,611
Total Liabilities and Net Position 446,128$
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Statement of Revenues, Expenses, and Changes in Net Position – Enterprise Fund
(in thousands)
Year Ended June 30, 2022
Operating Revenues
State of Alaska appropriations 171$
Revenue from operating plants 13,507
Interest on loans 346
Other revenues 153
Total operating revenues 14,177
Operating Expenses
Depreciation 12,305
General and administrative 1,329
Interest expense 1,568
Plant operations 7,834
Provision for loan recovery (17)
Total operating expenses 23,019
Operating Income (8,842)
Nonoperating Revenues (Expenses)
Investment income, net expenses 35
Change in Net Position (8,807)
Net Position, Beginning of Year 400,418
Net Position, End of Year 391,611$
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Statement of Cash Flows – Enterprise Fund
(in thousands)
Year Ended June 30, 2022
Operating Activities
Receipts from customers and users 14,836$
Payments from State of Alaska 171
Payments to suppliers (6,091)
Net Cash from Operating Activities 8,916
Noncapital and Related Financing Activities
Net Increase in short‐term borrowings from AIDEA for working capital (1,043)
Capital and Related Financing Activities
Principal paid on bonds (23,185)
Payments for other bond liabilities (1,977)
Interest paid on bonds (1,532)
Capital asset acquisitions (927)
Net Cash used for Capital and Related Financing Activities (27,621)
Investing Activities
Purchase of investments (5,280)
Proceeds from sales and maturities of investments 27,622
Interest received from investments 35
Net change in loans (1,031)
Net Cash from Investing Activities 21,346
Net Change in Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents 1,598
Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents, Beginning of Year 32,351
Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents, End of Year 33,949$
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Statement of Cash Flows – Enterprise Fund
(in thousands)
Year Ended June 30, 2022
Reconciliation of operating income (loss) to net cash from operating activities
Operating income (loss) (8,841)$
Adjustments to reconcile operating income (loss) to net cash
used from operating activities
Depreciation 12,304
Bond interest expense 1,568
Changes in assets and liabilities
Operating receivables (61)
Due to/from other funds 298
Due to/from local government (14)
Accrued interest receivable 888
Prepaid assets 36
Due to/from State of Alaska (52)
Operating accounts payable 2,790
Net Cash from Operating Activities 8,916$
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Notes to Financial Statements
June 30, 2022
Note 1 ‐ Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Reporting Entity
The Alaska Energy Authority (AEA or Authority) was created by the Alaska State Legislature in 1976. AEA is a
public corporation of the State of Alaska (State) within the Department of Commerce, Community, and
Economic Development with separate and independent legal existence. AEA has its own self‐balancing set of
financial statements independently audited separate from the State. For financial reporting, AEA is a component
unit of the State. AEA finances various energy infrastructure projects and energy programs to reduce the cost of
energy throughout the State. AEA receives funding from the State, federal grants, and utility companies for use
of AEA owned assets.
Pursuant to legislation enacted in 1993, the Members of the Board of the Alaska Industrial Development and
Export Authority (AIDEA) also serve as the Board of Directors of AEA. AIDEA provides personnel services for AEA
(per statute, AEA has no employees) and has a Board approved borrowing agreement to provide short‐term
working capital funds to AEA. AIDEA and AEA have separate executive directors, both are employees of AIDEA.
There is no commingling of funds, assets, or liabilities between AIDEA and AEA and there is no responsibility of
one for the debts or the obligations of the other. Neither AIDEA’s accounts nor activities are included in the
accompanying financial statements.
The following is a description of AEA’s existing owned projects and programs:
Bradley Lake Hydroelectric Project
The project has 120 megawatts of installed capacity and transmits its power to the State’s main power grid via
two parallel 20–mile transmission lines. The project, which cost in excess of $300 million, went into commercial
operation in 1991. The Bradley Lake Project Management Committee (BPMC) oversees the activities of the
Bradley Lake Hydroelectric Project. The BPMC consists of representatives from the following utilities and AEA:
Golden Valley Electric Association (GVEA), Chugach Electric Association (CEA), Matanuska Electric Association
(MEA), Homer Electric Association (HEA), and the City of Seward. The project is now operated by Homer Electric
Association under contract with AEA. Bradley Lake serves Alaska’s Railbelt (the power‐sharing area between
Interior Alaska and South Central Alaska, connected by roads, generating facilities, and transmission lines) from
the Kenai Peninsula to Fairbanks, as well as the Delta Junction area. The BPMC utilities pay AEA for the costs of
operations and maintenance of the Bradley Lake Hydroelectric Project.
In September 2016, the Authority received an amendment to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)
license for a diversion of West Fork Upper Battle Creek into Bradley Lake. The diversion increases the Bradley
Lake projects annual energy by approximately 37,000 megawatt hours (MWh). Construction began in 2018 and
was completed in October 2020.
All the Purchasers of the Bradley Lake Project Management Committee (BPMC) have supported the
development and completion of the Battle Creek Diversion (BCD) Project. In April 2022, Golden Valley Electric
Association (GVEA), an initial Non‐Purchaser, issued it Callback Notice and payment to participate in the Battle
Creek Diversion Project. The BPMC accepted a GVEA Buy‐In, re‐allocated the shares and GVEA became a full
participant in the Battle Creek Diversion Project effective May 1, 2022.
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Notes to Financial Statements
June 30, 2022
In December 2020 the Authority purchased the Sterling to Quartz section of the 115kV transmission line from
Homer Electric Association. This transmission line connects the Bradley Lake Hydroelectric Project to the
customers that are located north of the Kenai Peninsula. The section is approximately 39 miles long.
In December 2020, the Authority closed on the purchase of the Sterling Substation to Quartz Creek Substation
(SSQ Line), which issued bonds in the amount of $17,000,000. Purchase of the SSQ Line is in support of the
Bradley Lake Hydroelectric Project. In June 2022, the Railbelt utilities opted to make an early prepayment of
$10.9 million on the SSQ Line debt using capital reserve funds that were released upon final payment on the
original Bradley Lake project bonds.
In December of 2021, The Authority in partnership with the Railbelt utilities, began coordination to pursue bond
financing for required project work to improve the efficiency and deliverable capacity of power from the Bradley
Lake Hydroelectric Project. The planned financing will pay for transmission line upgrades and battery energy
storage systems that will reduce existing constraints on the Railbelt grid by increasing transmission capacity to
export Bradley Lake hydropower, while also allowing for the integration of future renewable energy generation.
Bradley Lake financing completed on November 30, 2022.
Alaska Intertie Project
The Alaska Intertie is a 170–mile transmission line designed for 345 kilovolts (kV) and operated at 138kV. It runs
between Willow and Healy and interconnects the electric utilities in the Southcentral region with Fairbanks area
electric utilities. The Intertie Management Committee (IMC) and AEA manage the Alaska Intertie according to
the terms and conditions of the Alaska Intertie Agreement. AEA contracts with the following utilities for
operations and maintenance: GVEA in Fairbanks, and Southcentral Alaska utilities, CEA, and MEA (Participating
Utilities). The Intertie reduces the number of black/brownouts throughout the system by enabling power to
move either north or south when major system disturbances occur. The Intertie enables GVEA to purchase low‐
cost power from Southcentral utilities and allows Southcentral Alaska utilities to purchase power from Fairbanks
during power shortages. It also enables GVEA to receive power generated by the Bradley Lake Project, which is
some of the lowest priced power in the Railbelt region.
Susitna‐Watana Hydroelectric Project
The Alaska Legislature appropriated $192 million in funding to AEA towards the development of a large
hydroelectric project to be built in the Railbelt Region. The proposed project would be located approximately
half‐way between Anchorage and Fairbanks on the upper Susitna River and would include a single dam that
would produce 2,800,000 MWh annually, equivalent to approximately 50% of the Railbelt’s annual electrical
use.
AEA pursued a FERC license. Pursuant to Administrative Order No. 271, AEA advanced the licensing process
through FERC’s issuance of an updated Study Plan Determination on the environmental studies completed
between 2013 and 2015. The engineering feasibility study and economic analysis have been completed; FERC’s
updated Determination on the environmental work completed thus far was favorable to the State. The licensing
effort is currently in abeyance. On February 21, 2019, Governor Michael Dunleavy issued Administrative Order
(AO) No. 309 which rescinded several AOs, including AO No. 271. However, AEA has not been directed to re‐
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Notes to Financial Statements
June 30, 2022
initiate the licensing process. The licensing project remains in abeyance, as State level discussions integrating
this project into Alaska’s Statewide Energy Plan.
Rural Energy Programs
The rural energy programs include Bulk Fuel Storage Upgrades, Rural Power System Upgrades, the Power Cost
Equalization (PCE) Grant Program, Utility Training, Technical Assistance, one active loan program (the Power
Project Fund), and one inactive loan program (Rural Electrification Revolving Loan Fund). During fiscal year 2022,
the Authority established the Electric Utility Relief Fund and disbursed funds to Grantee’s for verified eligible
residential electric utility costs that arose due to COVID ‐19. The Program provided Grantee’s with funding to
retire delinquent residential electric utility costs stemming from the pandemic. Subject to appropriations, the
PCE Endowment Fund provides the PCE grant program a long‐term stable financing source in order to reduce
electricity costs for residential and community facility customers in otherwise high‐cost service areas.
Energy Development Programs
The energy development programs include the Renewable Energy Grant Fund and Recommendation Program
and the Alternative Energy and Energy Efficiency (AEEE) programs.
The purpose of the Renewable Energy Grant Fund and Recommendation program is to finance renewable
energy projects in Alaska. The AEEE programs support the development of alternative energy resources specific
to Alaska.
Basis of Accounting
As a component unit of the State, and for the purpose of preparing financial statements in accordance with
U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), the Authority, as a public corporation of the State with
separate and independent legal existence, is subject to the accounting requirements as set forth by the
Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB).
The funds of the Authority are organized as Governmental Fund and Proprietary Fund. The financial activities of
the Authority are recorded in various funds as necessitated by sound fiscal management. The funds are
combined for financial statement purposes.
Government‐Wide and Fund Financial Statements
The government‐wide financial statements (i.e., the statement of net position and the statement of activities)
report information on all of the activities of the Authority. In general, the effect of inter‐fund activity has been
removed from these statements to minimize the double‐counting of internal activities. Governmental activities,
which normally are supported by intergovernmental revenues, are reported separately from business‐type
activities, which rely primarily on fees and charges to external parties.
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Notes to Financial Statements
June 30, 2022
The statement of activities demonstrates the degree to which the direct expenses of a given function or
segment are offset by program revenues. Direct expenses are those that are clearly identifiable with a specific
function or segment. Program revenues include 1) fees, fines and charges to customers or applicants who
purchase, use, or directly benefit from goods, services, or privileges provided by a given function or segment and
2) grants and contributions that are restricted to meeting the operational or capital requirements of a particular
function or segment. Other items not properly included among program revenues are reported instead as
general revenues. Investment earnings are general revenues.
Separate financial statements are provided for the special revenue fund and enterprise fund.
Measurement Focus, Basis of Accounting, and Financial Statement Presentation
The government‐wide and proprietary fund financial statements are reported using the economic resources
measurement focus and the full accrual basis of accounting. Revenues are recorded when earned and expenses
are recorded when a liability is incurred, regardless of the timing of the related cash flows. Grants and similar
items are recognized as revenue as soon as all eligibility requirements imposed by the provider have been met.
Governmental fund financial statements are reported using the current financial resources measurement focus
and the modified accrual basis of accounting. Revenues are recognized as soon as they are both measurable and
available. Revenues are considered to be available when they are collectible within the current period or soon
enough thereafter to pay liabilities of the current period. For this purpose, the Authority considers all revenues,
except reimbursement grants, to be available if they are collected within 60 days after year end. Reimbursement
grants are considered available if they are collected within one year of the end of the current fiscal period.
Expenditures generally are recorded when a liability is incurred, as under full accrual accounting. However, debt
service expenditures are recorded only to the extent they have matured.
The Authority reports the following major funds:
Major governmental funds – AEA uses a special revenue fund to account for its governmental activities.
This fund does not have a legally adopted budget, and hence the budget to actual is not presented in the
financial statements.
Major proprietary funds – The enterprise fund accounts for all financial activities primarily related to fees
and charges to external parties.
Revenue Recognition
AEA does not have a General Fund since all funds are legally restricted with specific purposes by external
agreements, legislation, or statute. As a general rule, the effect of inter‐fund activity has been eliminated from
the government‐wide financial statements.
Amounts reported as program revenues include 1) fees, fines, and charges to customers or applicants for goods,
services, or privileges provided, 2) operating grants and contributions, and 3) capital grants and contributions.
Internally dedicated resources are reported as general revenues rather than as program revenues.
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Notes to Financial Statements
June 30, 2022
For purposes of proprietary fund presentation, the Authority considers its revenues and expenses, except
investment income, the sale of program loans, certain fund transfers and appropriations with the State, and
conveyance of capital assets, to be part of its principal ongoing operations and, therefore, classifies these
revenues and expenses as operating in the statement of revenues, expenses, and changes in net position.
All other revenues and expenses are considered non‐operating.
Fair Value Measurement and Application
Securities or other assets are reported and measured at fair value if (a) we hold it primarily for the purpose of
income or profit and (b) it has a present service capacity based solely on its ability to generate cash or be sold to
generate cash.
Cash and Cash Equivalents
All of AEA’s cash and cash equivalents are restricted or designated as to use. AEA has trust accounts defined by
bond resolutions, agreements with external parties, and state legislation restricting the use of cash and
investments.
For the purposes of the statement of cash flows, cash and cash equivalents consist of cash, short‐term
commercial paper, and money market funds.
Investments
Marketable securities are reported at fair value in the financial statements. Unrealized gains and losses are
reported as components of the change in net position. Fair values are obtained from independent sources.
Investments are segregated between current and noncurrent based on stated maturity and intended use.
Investments maturing within a year are classified as current if they are considered to be potentially needed for
current operations. This classification recognizes that a portion of our investment portfolio may be needed for
current operations. A noncurrent investment may be sold for operational cash flow needs, if needed, and is
beneficial under current market conditions.
Loans and Related Interest Income
Loans are generally carried at amounts advanced less principal payments collected. Interest income is accrued as
earned. Accrual of interest is discontinued whenever the payment of interest or principal is more than ninety
days past due or when the loan terms are restructured. The Authority considers lending activities to be part of
its principal operations and classifies it as operating in the statement of revenues, expenses, and changes in net
position. For purposes of the statement of cash flows, the loan program activities are treated as investing
activities.
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Notes to Financial Statements
June 30, 2022
Allowance for Loan Losses
The allowance for loan losses represents management’s judgment as to the amount required to absorb probable
losses in the loan portfolio. The factors used by management to determine the allowance required include
payment history, individual loan size, collateral values, and other factors. Management’s opinion is that the
allowance is currently adequate to absorb known losses and inherent risks in the portfolio.
Capital Assets
Capital assets are stated at cost and depreciation is charged to operations by use of the straight‐line method
over their estimated useful lives. The Authority capitalizes all assets with a cost of at least $5,000 and a useful
life greater than one year.
The estimated economic lives of the assets are as follows:
Life in Years
Intangible 30‐50
Production 30‐50
Transmission 20‐40
General 5‐30
Utility Plant
AEA recognizes intangible assets per the guidance of GASB Statement No. 51, Accounting and Financial
Reporting for Intangible Assets. Intangible assets are assets which are nonfinancial in nature, lack physical
substance, are identifiable and have a useful life extending beyond a single reporting period. Costs associated
with the generation of internally generated intangible assets are capitalized when incurred after the following
milestones have been met:
Determination of the specific objective of the project and the nature of the service capacity that is
expected to be provided by the intangible asset upon the completion of the project.
Demonstration of the technical or technological feasibility for completing the project so that the intangible
asset will provide its expected service capacity.
Demonstration of the current intention, ability, and presence of effort to complete or, in the case of a
multiyear project, continue development of the intangible asset.
The Authority recognizes impairment losses for long‐lived assets whenever there is a significant unexpected
decline in service utility.
Interest on short‐term and long‐term borrowing for construction projects are capitalized during the construction
phase of the projects.
Fund Balance
In the fund financial statements, the Special Revenue Fund reports aggregate amounts for five classifications of
fund balances based on the constraints imposed on the use of these resources. The non‐spendable fund balance
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(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Notes to Financial Statements
June 30, 2022
classification includes amounts that cannot be spent because they are either (a) not in spendable form—prepaid
items or inventories; or (b) legally or contractually required to be maintained intact. The spendable portion of
the fund balance comprises the remaining four classifications: restricted, committed, assigned, and unassigned.
Restricted fund balance – this classification reflects the constraints imposed on resources either (a) externally by
creditors, grantors, contributors, laws, or regulations of other governments; or (b) imposed by law through
constitutional provisions or enabling legislation.
All of the Authority’s fund balance is restricted.
Net Position
Net position is displayed in three components, as follows:
Net investment in capital assets – This consists of capital assets, net of accumulated depreciation, less the
outstanding balances of any bonds, mortgages, notes, and accounts payable or other borrowings that are
attributable to the acquisition, construction, or improvement of those assets.
Restricted – this consists of net assets that are legally restricted by outside parties. Those restrictions come in
the form of legislation or State statute that cannot be modified by AEA’s board of directors.
Unrestricted – This consists of net assets that do not meet the definition of “restricted” or “net investment in
capital assets.”
The Authority’s spending policy is to evaluate, on a case‐by‐case basis, whether restricted or unrestricted net
position should be spent. This evaluation is performed by management as part of the overall spending plan.
Environmental Issues
The Authority’s policy relating to environmental issues, including pollution and contamination remediation
obligations to address the current or potential detrimental effects of existing pollution by participating in
pollution remediation activities such as site assessments and cleanups, is to record a liability when the likelihood
of Authority responsibility for clean‐up is probable and the costs are reasonably estimable.
Appropriations and Grants
The Authority recognizes appropriations and grant revenue when all applicable eligibility requirements,
including time requirements, are met.
Estimates
In preparing the financial statements, management of the Authority is required to make estimates and
assumptions that affect the reported amounts of asset, deferred outflows of resources, liabilities, deferred
inflows of resources and disclosures of contingencies as of the date of the statements of net position. These
estimates impact revenue and expenses for the period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Notes to Financial Statements
June 30, 2022
Rounding
The preparation of the financial statements represents accurate numerical values by using rounding which may
cause differences in the statements due to rounding. Rounding a numerical value means replacing it by another
value that is approximately equal but shorter, simpler, or more explicit.
Note 2 ‐ Cash and Investments
Pursuant to various agreements, appropriations, and statutory requirements relating to its operations, AEA has
established accounts for assets restricted to construction, operation, and financing activities. As used
throughout this note, “Fund” means a separate account established by the State legislature and does not refer
to a separate group of self‐balancing accounts as contemplated by GAAP.
At June 30, 2022, the Authority’s bank and carrying amount of cash and cash equivalents (all of which were
restricted or designated for specific purposes) was $69,895,000.
The restricted cash and cash equivalents and investments were held in trust and restricted accounts for the
following activities as of June 30, 2022 (in thousands):
Governmental Business‐Type
Activities Activities Totals
Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents
Bradley Lake Hydroelectric Project ‐$ 17,561$ 17,561$
Alaska Intertie Project ‐ 1,335 1,335
Power Project Fund ‐ 12,544 12,544
Power Development and Railbelt Energy Projects 13,933 2,510 16,443
Rural Energy Projects 218 ‐ 218
Power Cost Equalization Program 14,877 ‐ 14,877
Renewable Energy Grant Fund 3,893 ‐ 3,893
Emerging Energy Technology Fund 984 ‐ 984
Trans‐Alaska Pipeline Liability Fund 964 ‐ 964
VW Settlement 1,076 ‐ 1,076
35,945$ 33,950$ 69,895$
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Notes to Financial Statements
June 30, 2022
Governmental Business‐Type
Activities Activities Totals
Restricted Investments
Power Cost Equalization Program 957,488$ ‐$ 957,488$
Renewable Energy Grant Fund 21,122 ‐ 21,122
978,610$ ‐$ 978,610$
Investment Holdings
The Power Cost Equalization Endowment Fund (PCE Fund), created under Alaska Statute (AS) 42.45.070, and the
Renewable Energy Grant Fund (RE Fund), created under AS 42.45.045, are under the fiduciary authority of the
State Department of Revenue, Treasury Division (Treasury). AEA requests draws from these funds as needed for
program cash flow needs.
Other AEA Cash and Investments – a portion of Bradley Lake Hydroelectric Project investments were invested
pursuant to investment agreements with JP Morgan Chase Bank that guarantees annual interest earnings of
7.38% or 7.41% per annum. The investment agreement closed as a result of the Bradley Lake Power Revenue
Bonds, First Series debt service repayment completed on July 1, 2021. These investments were in
nonparticipating contracts and were measured at cost in accordance with GASB 31. Additional funds are held by
a trustee bank and invested in accordance with the requirements of the trust agreement.
Under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, certain earnings in excess of arbitrage yield on the
Bradley Lake bonds must be rebated to the U.S. Treasury. Bradley Lake investments, associated with the Power
Revenue Bonds and Refunding Bonds, are subject to rebate computation.
Internal staff manage AEA’s internally managed portfolio for liquidity and safety. There is no AEA Board
approved investment policy; however, staff follows AIDEA’s Board approved investment policy for internally
managed investments (the Resolution). The AEA managed portfolio consists of the following eligible securities:
Debt instruments issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government, its agencies and instrumentalities, and
Government Sponsored Enterprises (GSEs);
Money market funds collateralized by U.S. Treasury, agency securities, and repurchase agreements;
Units in the investment pool or any series of investment pool of the Alaska Municipal League Investment
Pool, Inc., or any successor to that entity, or any other investment pool for public entities of the State of
Alaska that is established under the Alaska Investment Pool Act (AS 37.23.010‐37.23.900); and
Other investments specifically approved by the board.
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Notes to Financial Statements
June 30, 2022
Fair Value Measurement
AEA categorizes fair value measurements within the fair value hierarchy established by generally accepted
accounting principles. The hierarchy is based on the valuation inputs used to measure the fair value of an asset.
Level 1 inputs are quoted prices in active markets for identical assets; Level 2 inputs are significant other
observable inputs; and Level 3 inputs are significant unobservable inputs. Following is a summary of the AEA’s
cash and investments at the recurring fair value measurement at June 30, 2022 (in thousands):
Governmental Business‐Type
Activities Activities Totals
Money market funds 35,945$ 33,950$ 69,895$
Investments managed by Treasury 978,610 ‐ 978,610
1,014,555$ 33,950$ 1,048,505$
Money market funds which are not held primarily for the purpose of income or profit and have remaining
maturities at time of purchase of one year or less. Therefore, the money market funds are recorded at
amortized cost. Investments managed by Treasury are invested in a pooled environment and the remaining
investments have a fair value Level of 2.
Interest Rate Risk
Interest rate risk is the risk that changes in interest rates will negatively affect the fair value of an investment.
The resolution addresses interest rate risk. Duration is an indicator of a portfolio’s market sensitivity to changes
in interest rates. In general, major factors affecting duration are (in order of importance):
1. Maturity
2. Prepayment frequency
3. Level of market interest rates
4. Size of coupon
5. Coupon payments
Rising interest rates generally translate into the fair market value of fixed income investments declining, while
falling interest rates are generally associated with increasing market values. Effective duration attempts to
account for the price sensitivity of a bond to changes in prevailing interest rates, including the effect of
embedded options. For example, for a bond portfolio with a duration of 5.0, a one percentage point parallel
decline in interest rates would result in an approximate price increase on that bond portfolio of 5.0%.
AEA Internally Managed Investments – AEA has no written policy for interest rate risk for internally managed
investments; however, staff follows and believes to be in compliance with AIDEA’s written policy for interest
rate risk. The duration for investments is 2 years or less. The maximum maturity of any issue is 3 years from the
date of purchase.
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Notes to Financial Statements
June 30, 2022
Credit Risk
AEA has no written policy with regard to credit risk; however, staff follows and believe to be in compliance with
AIDEA’s written policy for credit risk with regards to its internally managed portfolio. Since AEA only invests its
internally managed portfolio in highly rated money markets and U.S. government and agency securities and
GSEs, credit risk is minimal.
The Bradley Lake Hydroelectric Project investments contain a portion that are invested in guaranteed
investment contracts collateralized by federal obligations, which minimize credit risk.
Custodial Credit Risk
Custodial credit risk is the risk that deposits may not be returned in the event of a bank failure. Treasury’s policy
with regard to custodial credit risk is to collateralize State deposits to the extent possible. At June 30, 2022,
AEA’s deposits managed by Treasury were uncollateralized and uninsured.
With respect to AEA managed investments, amounts totaling approximately $69,895,000 at June 30, 2022 are
held in money market funds with the custodian, the trust department of a commercial bank; therefore, no
custodial risk exists for these securities. Investment agreements for Bradley Lake ended July 1, 2021 with the
payoff of the bonds.
Renewable Energy Grant Fund
The State Department of Revenue – Treasury Division has created a pooled environment by which it manages
the investments for which its Commissioner has fiduciary responsibility. Actual investing is performed by
investment officers within Treasury or by contracted external investment managers. The Fund invests in the
State’s internally managed General Fund and Other Non‐Segregated Investments Pool (GeFONSI). The GeFONSI
consists of investments in the State’s internally managed Short‐term Fixed Income Pool, Short‐term Liquidity
Fixed Income Pool, and the Intermediate‐term Fixed Income Pool. The complete financial activity of the Fund is
shown in the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) available from the Department of Administration,
Division of Finance.
Assets in the pools are reported at fair value. Investment purchases and sales are recorded on a trade‐date
basis. Securities are valued each business day using prices obtained from a pricing service.
The full accrual basis of accounting is used for the investment income and GeFONSI investment income is
distributed to pool participants monthly if prescribed by statute or if appropriated by the State legislature.
Income in the Short‐term, Short‐term Liquidity, and Intermediate‐term Fixed Income Pools is allocated to the
pool participants daily on a pro‐rata basis.
At June 30, 2022, the GeFONSI total for the Renewable Energy Grant Fund was $21,122,000. For additional
information on interest rate risk, credit risk, foreign exchange, derivatives, fair value, and counterparty credit
risk see the separately issued report on the Invested Assets of the Commissioner of Revenue at:
http://treasury.dor.alaska.gov/Investments/Annual‐Investment‐Reports.aspx.
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Notes to Financial Statements
June 30, 2022
Power Cost Equalization Endowment Fund Investment Holdings
Treasury has created a pooled environment by which it manages the investments for which the Commissioner
has fiduciary responsibility. Actual investing is performed by investment officers in Treasury or by contracted
external investment managers. The Fund invests in the State’s internally managed Short‐term Fixed Income
Pool, the Broad Market Fixed Income Pool, as well as the State’s internally managed Domestic Equity and
International Equity Pools. The complete financial activity of the Fund is shown in the ACFR available from the
State ‐ Department of Administration, Division of Finance.
Assets in the pools are reported at fair value. Investment purchases and sales are recorded on a trade‐date
basis. Fixed income and equity securities are valued each business day. Securities expressed in terms of foreign
currencies are translated into U.S. dollars at the prevailing exchange rates.
The full accrual basis of accounting is used for investment income. Income in the Short‐term and Broad Market
Fixed Income Pools is allocated to pool participants daily on a pro‐rata basis.
At June 30, 2022, the Authority’s share of pool investments was as follows (in thousands):
Cash and cash equivalents
Short‐term fixed income pool 9,928$
Fixed income – broad market pool 440,684
Equity
Domestic equity pool 289,317
International equity pools 189,935
Real estate investment trust pool 37,552
967,416
Less cash and cash equivalents (9,928)
957,488$
For additional information on interest rate risk, credit risk, foreign exchange, derivatives, fair value, and
counterparty credit risk see the separately issued report on the Invested Assets of the Commissioner of Revenue
at: http://treasury.dor.alaska.gov/Investments/Annual‐Investment‐Reports.aspx.
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Notes to Financial Statements
June 30, 2022
Note 3 ‐ Capital Assets
Capital asset activity for the year ended June 30, 2022 was as follows (in thousands):
Balance at Balance at
Business‐Type Activities July 1, 2021 Additions Deletions June 30, 2022
Capital assets not being depreciated
Land and rights of way 11,212$ ‐$ ‐$ 11,212$
Construction in progress
Intangibles 183,682 ‐ ‐ 183,682
Other 1,216 ‐ ‐ 1,216
Total capital assets not
being depreciated 196,110 ‐ ‐ 196,110
Capital assets being depreciated
Equipment 6,864 394 ‐ 7,258
Infrastructure 513,568 1,139 ‐ 514,707
Total capital assets
being depreciated 520,432 1,533 ‐ 521,965
Less accumulated depreciation
Equipment (5,636) (163) ‐ (5,799)
Infrastructure (314,827) (12,142) ‐ (326,969)
Total accumulated depreciation (320,463) (12,305) ‐ (332,768)
Total capital assets, being
depreciated, net 199,969 (10,772) ‐ 189,197
Capital assets, net 396,079$ (10,772)$ ‐$ 385,307$
Depreciation expense was charged to the functions as follows for the year ended June 30, 2022 (in thousands):
Business‐Type Activities
Bradley Lake Hydroelectric Project 10,806$
Alaska Intertie Project 1,499
12,305$
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Notes to Financial Statements
June 30, 2022
Note 4 ‐ Interfund Receivables, Payables, and Transfers
Interfund balances typically result from short‐term operating or capital advances. Transfers typically result from
operating activities. A schedule of interfund balances as of and for the year ended June 30, 2022 follows (in
thousands):
Due from other funds
Due to Special Revenue Fund from Enterprise Fund 614$
Note 5 ‐ Long‐Term Debt
Long‐term debt activity for the year ended June 30, 2022 was as follows (in thousands):
Due
Balance at Balance at within
Business‐Type Activities July 1, 2021 Additions Deletions June 30, 2022 one year
Power Revenue Bonds
Bradley Lake
First Series 25$ ‐$ (25)$ ‐$ ‐$
Refunding, Fourth Series 4,395 ‐ (4,395) ‐ ‐
Refunding, Sixth Series 6,450 ‐ (6,450) ‐ ‐
Transmission Line
Tenth Series 17,000 ‐ (10,940) 6,060 230
Bradley Lake ‐ Battle Creek Diversion ‐
Private Placement
Seventh Series 40,000 ‐ (1,333) 38,667 1,333
Eighth Series 1,239 ‐ (42) 1,197 42
Total bonds payable 69,109 ‐ (23,185) 45,924 1,605
Arbitrage interest payable (c)390 ‐ (390) ‐ ‐
Total other bond liabilities 390 ‐ (390) ‐ ‐
69,499$ ‐$ (23,575)$ 45,924$ 1,605$
AEA issued the following Bonds in support of the Bradley Lake Project (Bradley Lake Bonds):
First and Second Series in September 1989 and August 1990, respectively, for the long‐term financing of
the construction costs of the Bradley Lake Hydroelectric Project and refunded AEA’s Variable Rate
Demand Bonds which were issued in November 1985 to provide interim financing for the Project.
Third and Fifth Series Power Revenue Refunding Bonds in April 1999 to refund a portion of the First
Series Bonds and pay costs of issuance. The First Series refunded bonds were called on July 1, 1999.
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Notes to Financial Statements
June 30, 2022
Fourth Series Power Revenue Refunding Bonds in April 2000 to refund a portion of the Second
Series Bonds and to provide costs of issuance. The Second Series refunded bonds were called on July 1,
2000.
Sixth Series Power Revenue Refunding Bonds in July 2010 in the amount of $28,800,000 to refund and
defease $30,640,000 aggregate outstanding principal amount of the Authority’s Power Revenue Refunding
Bonds, Fifth Series, and to pay costs of issuing the bonds. The refunded bonds were called on August 2,
2010.
The outstanding Bradley Lake bonds above mature annually each July 1 through the year 2021 with interest
rates ranging from 4.0% to 6.25% and were paid off during fiscal year 2022.
AEA issued the following Bonds in support of the Bradley Lake Project. The Bradley Lake Bond below was issued
on December 17, 2020 as a private placement for the purchase of the SQQ Line project, as required project work
for the Bradley Lake Project:
$17,000,000 Tenth Series Taxable Draw‐Down Bonds
The Bradley Lake Bonds below were issued as a private placement in support of the Battle Creek Diversion
project, an improvement to the Bradley Lake Project:
$40,000,000 Seventh Series New Clean Renewable Energy Bonds.
$1,239,000 Eighth Series Qualified Energy Conservation Bonds.
$5,761,000 Ninth Series Taxable Draw‐Down Bonds.
Only the Seventh, Eighth, and Tenth Series have amounts outstanding as of June 30, 2022. During the period of
construction, interest only payments are due on the outstanding bonds at a fixed interest rate of 4.24%. The
outstanding bonds mature annually each July 1 starting in 2021 through the year 2050. The draw period for the
Ninth Series ended in December 2020; no draws were made as of June 30, 2022. The Seventh and Eighth Series
Bonds qualify for federal tax credits under the New Clean Renewable Energy Bond and Qualified Energy
Conservation Bond Programs, respectively. These programs provide for a partial federal subsidy of interest due
on such bonds, subject to federal funding availability.
The bonds are direct and general obligations of AEA and the full faith and credit of AEA are pledged to pay
principal and interest on the bonds. Payment of the bonds is secured by a pledge of revenues of the project,
including all payments to be made by power purchasers under the Agreement for the Sale and Purchase of
Electric Power by and among named powers purchasers and AEA. Under the Power Sales Agreement (PSA), the
power purchasers are obligated to make payments to AEA in an aggregate amount sufficient to pay annual
project costs, including debt service on all outstanding bonds.
Under the terms of the Bond Resolution, as additional security for repayment of the bonds, a capital reserve
fund has been established in an amount equal to the capital reserve fund requirement. The capital reserve fund
is supported by the moral obligation of the State of Alaska. In the event amounts are drawn from the capital
reserve fund to pay debt service on the bonds the Authority is to certify in writing to the Governor and the State
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Notes to Financial Statements
June 30, 2022
Legislature the sum required to restore the capital reserve fund to the capital reserve requirement. The State
Legislature may, but is not obligated to, appropriate to the Authority the sum certified by the Chair of the board
of the Authority necessary to restore the capital reserve fund to the capital reserve fund requirement.
The Fourth Series Bonds are further secured by bond insurance.
All Bradley Lake bonds above were issued under the Alaska Energy Authority Power Revenue Bond Resolution
(Bond Resolution). Events of Default under the Bond Resolution include:
Late payment or non‐payment of principal or Redemption Price (as defined in the Bond Resolution)
whether at maturity or upon call for redemption.
Late payment or non‐payment of interest or on the unsatisfied balance of any sinking fund installment.
Non‐performance or non‐observance of any of the other covenants, agreements, or conditions in the
Bond Resolution or in the Bonds, and such default continues for 60 days after written notice to the
Authority by the Trustee or to the Authority and the Trustee by the Holders of not less than 25% in the
principal amount of the outstanding bonds.
Dissolution or liquidation of the Authority or filing by the Authority of a voluntary petition in bankruptcy,
or the commission by the Authority of any act of bankruptcy, or adjudication of the Authority as bankrupt,
or assignment by the Authority for the benefit of its creditors, or the entry by the creditors, or the
approval by a court of competent jurisdiction of a petition applicable to the Authority in any proceedings
for its reorganization instituted under the provisions of the federal bankruptcy act, as amended, or under
any similar act in any jurisdiction effective now or in the future.
If an order or decree is entered with the consent or acquiescence of the Authority, appointing a receiver(s)
of the Bradley Lake Project, in whole or part, or of the Bradley Lake Project rents, fees, charges or other
Revenues therefrom (as defined in the Bond Resolution). If the order or decree is entered without the
consent or acquiescence of the Authority and is not vacated or discharged or stayed within 90 days after
the entry.
If a judgment for the payment of money shall be rendered against the Authority resulting from the
construction, improvement, ownership, control or operation of the Bradley Lake Project, and the
judgment is not discharged within 90 days, or an appeal or decree to set aside or stay the execution or
levy of the judgment is not filed in such manner as to set aside or stay the execution of or levy under such
judgment, or order, decree or process or the enforcement thereof.
In the Event of Default, the Authority shall pay over or cause to be paid over to the Trustee (i) all moneys,
securities and funds then held by the Authority in any Fund or Account under the Bond Resolution, and (ii) all
Revenues (as defined in the Bond Resolution) as promptly as practicable after receipt. During the continuance of
an Event of Default, per the Bond Resolution the Trustee shall apply funds in the following order:
Expenses of fiduciaries
Operating expenses
Principal, redemption, and interest payments
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Notes to Financial Statements
June 30, 2022
Additionally, AEA has covenanted to notify the State Legislature of any failure to maintain the capital reserve
fund at its required level. If the capital reserve fund is less than the required level the State Legislature may
appropriate funds (but not legally bound) to bring the capital reserve to the required level. Under the Alaska
Constitution, appropriations passed by the State Legislature are subject to line item veto by the Governor.
The arbitrage interest payable is due to the U.S. Treasury for the excess of investment income on the proceeds
of each series of AEA’s tax exempt and tax advantaged Bradley Lake bonds over the related interest expense
computed in accordance with Section 148 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended. The accumulated
arbitrage interest payable amount is computed each year, and the amount for each series is first due after the
end of the fifth bond year and every five years thereafter. AEA maintains a separate account for each series with
the trustee and each year sets aside a sufficient amount to satisfy the liability.
The minimum payments related to all bonds, for the years subsequent to June 30, 2022, are as follows:
Years Ending June 30, Principal Interest Total
2023 1,604$ 1,869$ 3,473$
2024 1,613 1,803 3,416
2025 1,621 1,736 3,357
2026 1,630 1,669 3,299
2027 1,638 1,601 3,239
2028‐2032 8,337 6,986 15,323
2033‐2037 8,612 5,249 13,861
2038‐2042 8,497 3,467 11,964
2043‐2047 6,873 1,894 8,767
2048‐2051 5,499 475 5,974
45,924$ 26,749$ 72,673$
Note 6 ‐ Loans Receivable
The Authority administers the Power Project Fund Loan Program. Loans outstanding at June 30, 2022 are
classified as follows (in thousands):
Number of
Loans Amount
Power Project Fund Loan Programs 15 27,535$
Less allowance for loan loss (477)
27,058$
Loans more than 90 days past due are not included in the accrual of interest. At June 30, 2022, there were no
loans more than 90 days past due.
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Notes to Financial Statements
June 30, 2022
An analysis of changes in the allowance for loan losses for the years ended June 30, 2022 follows (in thousands):
Balance at beginning of year 494$
Provision for loan loss (recovery)(17)
Balance at end of year 477$
On September 30, 2010, the Authority sold a portion of its Power Project Fund loan portfolio to AIDEA. Under
the agreement, upon AIDEA’s request, AEA is required to repurchase any loan upon a payment default. On
June 30, 2022, the outstanding principal balance of the loans sold was $2,795,000 for which AEA has recognized
an estimated liability for potential repurchase of $56,000.
Note 7 ‐ Fund Balance
Fund balances reported in the aggregate on the governmental fund balance sheet are subject to the following
constraints (in thousands):
Restricted by Restricted by
External Parties Legislation
Power Cost Equalization Program ‐$ 960,388$
Renewable Energy Grant Fund ‐ 19,693
Emerging Energy Technology Fund ‐ 979
Trans‐Alaska Pipeline Liability Fund 922 ‐
Power Development Fund 272
Rural Energy Projects ‐ 12
922$ 981,344$
Note 8 ‐ Risk Management
AEA is exposed to various risks of loss related to torts, theft of, damage to and destruction of assets; errors and
omissions; and natural disasters. AEA covers that risk through the purchase of commercial insurance and
participation in the State’s Risk Management Pool. The Risk Management Pool administers a self‐insurance
program for each State agency, which covers all sudden and accidental property and casualty claims. Annual
assessments allocated by Risk Management are the maximum each agency is called upon to pay, forestalling the
need for supplemental appropriation or disruption of vital state services after a major property loss, adverse civil
jury award, or significant workers compensation claim.
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Notes to Financial Statements
June 30, 2022
Note 9 ‐ Related Parties
Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority
Pursuant to understandings and agreements between AIDEA and AEA, AIDEA provides administrative,
personnel, data processing, communications, and other services to AEA. AEA has a Board approved borrowing
agreement with AIDEA to provide short‐term working capital funds up to a maximum of $7,500,000.
As of June 30, 2022, AEA recognized expenses for services from AIDEA in the amount of $5,473,000. In addition,
AEA had $4,032,000 payable to AIDEA for services and borrowings, which are included in accounts payable.
As a result of implementing GASB Statement No. 68, Accounting and Financial Reporting for Pensions, AIDEA
recorded a net pension liability. Additionally, as a result of implementing GASB Statement No. 75, Accounting
and Financial Reporting for Postemployment Benefit Plans Other than Pensions, AIDEA recorded a net liability for
other postemployment benefits. AEA’s annual payments to AIDEA for personnel services supporting AEA
activities includes a Public Employees’ Retirement System contribution component. Payments to AIDEA for
personnel services supporting AEA activities comprise over half of AIDEA’s personnel costs.
Alaska Intertie Management Committee
AEA is party to agreement with utilities (GVEA, MEA, and CEA) using the Alaska Intertie for wheeling of electrical
power. Pursuant to the Intertie Agreement, the IMC was established to manage the system. The IMC is
comprised of a representative from AEA and each of the utilities. AEA is reimbursed for operation and
maintenance costs on a monthly basis with an annual settlement to adjust the payments to actual costs. AEA
received $222,000 during fiscal year 2022 for administrative services.
Bradley Lake Project Management Committee
On December 7, 1987, AEA entered into a Power Sales Agreement (PSA) with utilities (GVEA, MEA, CEA, HEA,
and City of Seward) purchasing electric power produced by the Bradley Lake Hydroelectric Project. In 1988,
legislation was passed which made the PSA effective. Pursuant to the PSA, the Bradley Lake Hydroelectric
Project Management Committee (BPMC) was formed to manage the project. The BPMC is comprised of a
representative from AEA and each of the utilities. The participating utilities make monthly payments directly to
the bond trustee based on their respective percentage share of the estimated annual project costs. AEA has an
agreement with the BPMC to provide administrative services to the Bradley Lake Project, Battle Creek, and the
SSQ Line and received $464,000 for these services.
Note 10 ‐ Commitments and Contingencies
In the normal course of business, AEA also has various commitments, such as commitments for the extension of
credit and award of grants. At June 30, 2022, AEA had Power Project Fund loan commitments of $7,788,000.
At June 30, 2022, AEA had cumulative prior year commitments from grant awards that are funded by State
appropriations and federal awards; the amounts committed were $35,958,00.
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See Independent Auditor’s Report 46 Alaska Energy Authority (A Component Unit of the State of Alaska) Schedule 1 – Bradley Lake Hydroelectric Project Trust Account Activities (Unaudited) (in thousands) Year Ended June 30, 2022 ExcessRenewal andCapital Renewal and InvestmentOperating Revenue and Contingency Operating Construction Debt Service Reserve Contingency Earnings Revenue Operating Reserve Operating Reserve ReserveFund Fund Fund Reserve Fund Fund Fund Fund Account Fund Fund Account TotalBalance at July 1, 20211,979$ 13,411$ 15,597$ 1,070$ 112$ 3,524$ 1,654$ 1,269$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 38,616$ Interest received‐ 217 420 41 4 150 38 42 7 2 2 923 Bond principal paid‐ (23,451) ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ (23,451) Bond interest paid‐ (2,924) ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ (2,924) Arbitrage paid‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ (390) ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ (390) due to utilities‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 1,587 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 1,587 Operating budget surplus paid‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 1,089 ‐ ‐ (727) (290) ‐ 72 Operating budget surplus paid‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ (2,140) ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ (2,140) Capital expenditures(11) ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ (1,254) (49) ‐ 209 (895) ‐ (2,000) Operating revenue received‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 5,815 ‐ ‐ 8,109 ‐ ‐ 13,924 Operating expenses paid‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ (850) ‐ (5,669) ‐ ‐ (6,519) Transfers between funds‐ 15,324 (11,871) (1,111) 274 (6,982) 490 (1,142) 1,538 2,215 1,265 ‐ Balance at June 30, 20221,968$ 2,577$ 4,146$ ‐$ ‐$ 1,789$ 1,283$ 169$ 3,467$ 1,032$ 1,267$ 17,698$ DRAFT
See Independent Auditor’s Report 47 Alaska Energy Authority (A Component Unit of the State of Alaska) Schedule 2 – Special Revenue Fund – Projects and Programs – Balance Sheet (Unaudited) (in thousands) June 30, 2022 Renewable Emerging Trans Alaska VolkswagenPower Cost Energy Energy Pipeline Rural Diesel PowerEqualization Grant Technology Liability Energy Settlement DevelopmentProgram Fund Fund Fund Projects Fund Fund TotalsAssetsCurrent assetsRestricted cash and cash equivalents 14,877$ 3,893$ 984$ 964$ 218$ 1,076$ 13,933$ 35,945$ Operating receivable‐ 8 ‐ ‐ 117 ‐ 42 167 Due from Federal Government‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 4,424 ‐ ‐ 4,424 Due from State of Alaska‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 110 ‐ 506 616 Due (to) from other funds/internal balances‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 413 ‐ 201 614 Total current assets 14,877 3,901 984 964 5,282 1,076 14,682 41,766 Noncurrent assetsRestricted investments957,488 21,122 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 978,610 Total assets972,365$ 25,023$ 984$ 964$ 5,282$ 1,076$ 14,682$ 1,020,376$ Liabilities and Fund BalanceCurrent liabilitiesDue to the State of Alaska 252$ 4,751$ 4$ ‐$ (951)$ ‐$ 12,491$ 16,547$ Due to State of Alaska's component units‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 4,257 ‐ ‐ 4,257 Accounts payable 11,502 406 ‐ ‐ 2,509 970 1,919 17,306 Due to (from) other funds/internal balances 223 173 1 42 (545) 106 ‐ ‐ Total liabilities11,977 5,330 5 42 5,270 1,076 14,410 38,110 Fund BalanceRestricted by agreements with external parties‐ ‐ ‐ 922 ‐ ‐ ‐ 922 Restricted by legislation960,388 19,693 979 ‐ 12 ‐ 272 981,344 Total fund balance960,388 19,693 979 922 12 ‐ 272 982,266 Total Liabilities and Fund Balance972,365$ 25,023$ 984$ 964$ 5,282$ 1,076$ 14,682$ 1,020,376$ DRAFT
See Independent Auditor’s Report 48 Alaska Energy Authority (A Component Unit of the State of Alaska) Schedule 3 – Special Revenue Fund – Projects and Programs – Statement of Revenues, Expenses, and Changes in Fund Balance (Unaudited) (in thousands) Year Ended June 30, 2022 Renewable Emerging Trans Alaska VolkswagenPower Cost Energy Energy Pipeline Rural Diesel PowerEqualization Grant Technology Liability Energy Settlement DevelopmentProgram Fund Fund Fund Projects Fund Fund TotalsOperating revenuesState of Alaska appropriations‐$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 4,290$ ‐$ ‐$ 4,290$ Federal grants‐ ‐ 12 ‐ 10,199 ‐ ‐ 10,211 Other revenues‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 877 1,615 ‐ 2,492 Total operating revenues‐ ‐ 12 ‐ 15,366 1,615 ‐ 16,993 Operating expendituresGrants and projects‐ 1,226 33 171 15,421 1,387 ‐ 18,238 Power cost equalization grants24,222 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 24,222 General and administrative1,722 561 4 19 2,456 228 ‐ 4,990 Total operating expenditures25,944 1,787 37 190 17,877 1,615 ‐ 47,450 Nonoperating revenues (expenses) and otherInvestment income, net(143,837) (309) ‐ 2 ‐ ‐ ‐ (144,144) Interfund capital grants and contributions(2,498) (13) ‐ ‐ 2,511 ‐ ‐ ‐ State of Alaska appropriations and transfers(12,395) ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ (12,395) Total nonoperating revenues (expenses) and other(158,730) (322) ‐ 2 2,511 ‐ ‐ (156,539) Change in Fund Balance(184,674) (2,109) (25) (188) ‐ ‐ ‐ (186,996) Fund Balance, Beginning of Year1,145,062 21,802 1,004 1,110 12 ‐ 272 1,169,262 Fund Balance, End of Year960,388$ 19,693$ 979$ 922$ 12$ ‐$ 272$ 982,266$ DRAFT
See Independent Auditor’s Report 49 Alaska Energy Authority (A Component Unit of the State of Alaska) Schedule 4 – Business‐Type Activities – Enterprise Fund –Projects and Programs – Statement of Net Position (Unaudited) (in thousands) June 30, 2022 Susitna‐PowerBradley Lake Alaska Watana Power Development andHydroelectric Intertie Hydroelectric Project Railbelt EnergyProject Project Project Fund Projects TotalsAssetsCurrent assetsRestricted cash and cash equivalents 17,561$ 1,335$ ‐$ 12,544$ 2,510$ 33,950$ Operating receivable‐ 267 ‐ ‐ ‐ 267 Loans receivable‐ ‐ ‐ 482 ‐ 482 Accrued interest receivable‐ ‐ ‐ 47 ‐ 47 Due from State of Alaska's component units‐ ‐ ‐ 113 ‐ 113 Due (to) from other funds/internal balances (357) (153) ‐ (104) ‐ (614) Total current assets 17,204 1,449 ‐ 13,082 2,510 34,245 Noncurrent assetsLoans receivable, net of allowance‐ ‐ ‐ 26,576 ‐ 26,576 Capital assets, net of accumulated depreciation 188,297 13,328 183,682 ‐ ‐ 385,307 Total noncurrent assets 188,297 13,328 183,682 26,576 ‐ 411,883 Total Assets205,501$ 14,777$ 183,682$ 39,658$ 2,510$ 446,128$ DRAFT
See Independent Auditor’s Report 50 Alaska Energy Authority (A Component Unit of the State of Alaska) Schedule 4 – Business‐Type Activities – Enterprise Fund – Projects and Programs – Statement of Net Position (Unaudited) (in thousands) June 30, 2022 Susitna‐PowerBradley Lake Alaska Watana Power Development andHydroelectric Intertie Hydroelectric Project Railbelt EnergyProject Project Project Fund Projects TotalsLiabilities and Net PositionLiabilitiesCurrent liabilitiesDue to the State of Alaska 78$ (4)$ ‐$ ‐$ 617$ 691$ Due to local governments 109 1 ‐ ‐ (11) 99 Accounts payable 5,156 1,456 ‐ ‐ 182 6,794 Bonds payable – current portion 1,605 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 1,605 Accrued interest payable 952 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 952 Total current liabilities7,900 1,453 ‐ ‐ 788 10,141 Noncurrent liabilitiesBonds payable – noncurrent portion, net44,320 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 44,320 Other liabilities‐ ‐ ‐ 56 ‐ 56 Total noncurrent liabilities44,320 ‐ ‐ 56 ‐ 44,376 Total liabilities52,220 1,453 ‐ 56 788 54,517 Net PositionNet investment in capital assets142,373 13,328 183,682 ‐ ‐ 339,383 Restricted for capital projects 1,969 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 1,969 Restricted for debt service 5,771 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 5,771 Restricted by agreements with external parties 3,168 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 3,168 Restricted by legislation‐ ‐ ‐ 39,602 1,722 41,324 Unrestricted‐ (4) ‐ ‐ ‐ (4) Total net position153,281 13,324 183,682 39,602 1,722 391,611 Total Liabilities and Net Position205,501$ 14,777$ 183,682$ 39,658$ 2,510$ 446,128$ DRAFT
See Independent Auditor’s Report 51 Alaska Energy Authority (A Component Unit of the State of Alaska) Schedule 5 – Business‐Type Activities – Enterprise Fund – Projects and Programs – Statement of Revenues, Expenses, and Changes in Net Position (Unaudited) (in thousands) Year Ended June 30, 2022 PowerBradley Lake Alaska Susitna‐Watana Power Development andHydroelectric Intertie Hydroelectric Project Railbelt EnergyProject Project Project Fund Projects TotalsOperating revenuesState of Alaska appropriations‐$ 171$ ‐$ ‐$ ‐$ 171$ Revenue from operating plants 11,798 1,709 ‐ ‐ ‐ 13,507 Interest on loans‐ ‐ ‐ 346 ‐ 346 Other revenues‐ 1 ‐ 152 ‐ 153 Total operating revenues11,798 1,881 ‐ 498 ‐ 14,177 Operating expensesDepreciation10,806 1,499 ‐ ‐ ‐ 12,305 General and administrative767 76 ‐ 486 ‐ 1,329 Interest expense1,568 ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ 1,568 Plant operating5,819 2,015 ‐ ‐ ‐ 7,834 Provision for loan loss (recovery)‐ ‐ ‐ (17) ‐ (17) Total operating expenses18,960 3,590 ‐ 469 ‐ 23,019 Operating Income (Loss)(7,162) (1,709) ‐ 29 ‐ (8,842) Nonoperating revenues (expenses) and otherInvestment income, net14 2 ‐ 19 ‐ 35 Change in Net Position(7,148) (1,707) ‐ 48 ‐ (8,807) Fund Balance, Beginning of Year160,429 15,031 183,682 39,554 1,722 400,418 Fund Balance, End of Year153,281$ 13,324$ 183,682$ 39,602$ 1,722$ 391,611$ DRAFT
See Independent Auditor’s Report 52
Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Schedule 6 – Capital Assets Presented under Federal Energy Commission Requirements (Unaudited)
(in thousands)
June 30, 2022
Balance at Balance at
July 1, 2021 Additions Deletions June 30, 2022
Capital assets
Intangible 183,696$ ‐$ ‐$ 183,696$
Production 321,175 1,205 ‐ 322,380
Transmission 206,047 251 ‐ 206,298
General 5,624 77 ‐ 5,701
Total capital assets 716,542 1,533 ‐ 718,075
Less accumulated depreciation
Intangible (6) (1) ‐ (7)
Production (156,503) (8,426) ‐ (164,929)
Transmission (158,518) (3,832) ‐ (162,350)
General (5,436) (46) ‐ (5,482)
Total accumulated
depreciation (320,463) (12,305) ‐ (332,768)
Capital assets, net 396,079$ (10,772)$ ‐$ 385,307$
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See Independent Auditor’s Report 53
Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Schedule 7 – Bradley Lake Historical Annual Project Cost (Unaudited)
(in thousands)
Year Ended June 30, 2022
Operating Data June 30, 2021 June 30, 2022
Project costs
Operations and maintenance 3,767$ 4,166$
Repairs 280 229
General and administrative 922 1,204
Insurance 708 1,216
Capital purchases 268 315
Contributions to capital reserve fund 107 1
Contributions to renewal and contingency fund
and operating reserve account 2,590 2,265
8,642 9,396
Debt service 14,584 15,540
Less Federal interest subsidy (1,132) (1,089)
Less investment income 1,622 (597)
Total cost of power 23,716$ 23,250$
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See Independent Auditor’s Report 54 Alaska Energy Authority (A Component Unit of the State of Alaska) Schedule 8 – PCE Endowment Fund Historical Analysis (Unaudited) (in thousands) Last Ten Fiscal Years FY2013 FY2014 FY2015 FY2016 FY2017 FY2018 FY2019 FY2020 FY2021 FY2022Beginning cash and investment balance 751,780$ 840,215$ 977,867$ 969,389$ 946,939$ 1,023,566$ 1,073,378$ 1,072,825$ 1,078,157$ 1,149,165$ InflowsAnnual investment earnings111,488 171,112 33,192 8,912 112,331 76,602 74,142 48,303 150,299 (143,842) Total inflows111,488 171,112 33,192 8,912 112,331 76,602 74,142 48,303 150,299 (143,842) OutflowsTransfers to AEA for PCE payments (1) (22,527) (32,773) (41,002) (30,622) (34,956) (25,595) (29,719) (27,000) (28,237) (24,000) Transfers to Other Funds‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ (44,000) (14,867) (49,164) (12,140) Program administration ‐ AEA (198) (241) (248) (255) (243) (624) (444) (575) (737) (602) Administrative fee ‐ Regulatory Commission(90) (110) (107) (100) (112) (113) (102) (108) (123) (135) Management fee ‐ Department of Revenue(238) (336) (313) (385) (393) (458) (430) (421) (1,030) (1,030) Total outflows(23,053) (33,460) (41,670) (31,362) (35,704) (26,790) (74,695) (42,971) (79,291) (37,907) Ending cash and investment balance840,215$ 977,867$ 969,389$ 946,939$ 1,023,566$ 1,073,378$ 1,072,825$ 1,078,157$ 1,149,165$ 967,416$ (1) Final PCE program expenditures reported may vary depending on outstanding PCE payables at June 30, not included in this presentation. DRAFT
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Schedule 9 – Supplementary Organization and Project Information (Unaudited)
June 30, 2022
Organization and Operations
Throughout the 1980’s, Alaska Energy Authority (AEA or Authority) worked to develop the State’s energy
resources as a key element in diversifying Alaska’s economy. A number of large‐scale projects were constructed;
four of those projects were sold in 2002 and one was transferred to the City of Larsen Bay in the fall of 2010. The
Bradley Lake Hydroelectric project provides some of the least expensive electric energy to the Railbelt. The
Alaska Intertie provides for connection and movement of power north or south to increase reliability and allow
Interior Alaska to obtain less expensive electric energy available from the Southcentral portion of the state.
Pursuant to statute, on August 12, 1993, the Board of the Alaska Industrial Development and Export Authority
(AIDEA), a public corporation and a political subdivision of the State, became the Board of Directors of AEA. AEA
continues to exist as a separate legal entity. The corporate structure and operating assets of AEA were retained,
but the ability to have employees and construct or acquire energy projects was eliminated. Among other things,
AIDEA provides personnel services to AEA. The AEA executive director is an employee of AIDEA, but is separate
and independent and is not subject to supervision by AIDEA’s executive director. There is no commingling of
funds, assets, or liabilities between AIDEA and AEA, and there is no responsibility of one for the debts or the
obligations of the other. Consequently, the accounts of AIDEA are not included in the accompanying financial
statements. The Legislature, in 1993, required AEA, to the maximum extent feasible, to enter into contracts with
public utilities and other entities to carry out AEA duties with respect to the ongoing operation and maintenance
of the AEA owned operating assets; this has occurred with oversight responsibility retained by AEA.
Rural energy programs previously administered by the former Department of Community and Regional Affairs,
Division of Energy, were transferred to AEA for administration, as part of a larger reorganization of State
agencies. These rural energy programs were originally part of AEA prior to the 1993 reorganization. During fiscal
year 2009, legislation added energy development programs to AEA.
The Alaska Legislature empowered AEA to acquire a Susitna River power project under AS 44.83.080 (18),
effective July 1, 1999. Effective July 14, 2011, the legislature empowered AEA to acquire, construct, own, and
operate a hydroelectric project located on the Susitna River. Under this legislative authorization, AEA worked on
planning, designing, and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) licensing of the Susitna‐Watana
Hydroelectric Project. Pursuant to Administrative Order No. 271, AEA advanced the licensing process through
FERC’s issuance of an updated Study Plan Determination on the environmental studies completed through 2015
and the licensing effort is currently in abeyance.
Bradley Lake Hydroelectric Project
The project has 120 Megawatts (MW) of installed capacity and transmits its power to the State’s main power
grid via two parallel 20–mile transmission lines. The project, which cost in excess of $300 million, went into
commercial operation in 1991. Homer Electric Association now operates the project under contract with AEA.
Bradley Lake serves Alaska’s Railbelt from the Kenai Peninsula to Fairbanks, as well as the Delta Junction area.
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Schedule 9 – Supplementary Organization and Project Information (Unaudited)
June 30, 2022
In September 2016, the Authority received an amendment to the FERC license for a diversion of West Fork
Upper Battle Creek into Bradley Lake. The diversion will increase the Bradley Lake Hydroelectric Project annual
energy output by approximately 37,000 Megawatt hours (MWh). The Battle Creek project addition includes
construction of three miles of road, a concrete diversion dam, and a pipe and canal to convey the water to
Bradley Lake. The estimated cost of construction is approximately $47.2 million. Construction began in 2018 and
was completed in October 2020.
In December 2020, the Authority closed on the purchase of the SSQ Line, which issued bonds in the amount of
$17,000,000. Purchase of the SSQ Line is in support of the Bradley Lake Hydroelectric Project. In June 2022, the
Authority applied $10.9 million as an early prepayment to pay down the debt service.
In April 2022, the Authority filed an Initial Consultation Document with FERC for a diversion of the Dixon Glacier
outlet stream to Bradley Lake. AEA is performing studies and investigating the feasibility of this project to
significantly increase Bradley Lake Project annual energy.
Alaska Intertie Project
The Alaska Intertie is a 170–mile transmission line designed for 345kV and operated at 138kV. It runs between
Willow and Healy and interconnects the electric utilities in the Southcentral region with Fairbanks area electric
utilities. The Intertie Management Committee (IMC) and AEA manage the Alaska Intertie according to the terms
and conditions of the Alaska Intertie Agreement. AEA contracts with the following utilities for operations and
maintenance: Golden Valley Electric Association (GVEA) in Fairbanks, and Southcentral Alaska utilities, Chugach
Electric Association (CEA) and Matanuska Electric Association (MEA) (Participating Utilities). The Intertie reduces
the number of black/brownouts throughout the system by enabling power to move either north or south when
major system disturbances occur. The Intertie enables GVEA to purchase low cost power from Southcentral
utilities and allows Southcentral Alaska utilities to purchase power from Fairbanks during power shortages. It
also enables GVEA to receive power generated by the Bradley Lake Project, which is some of the lowest priced
power in the Railbelt region.
The Intertie Management Committee (IMC) and AEA manage the activities of the Alaska Intertie project under
the terms and conditions of the Second Amended and Restated Intertie Agreement (Agreement) executed on
March 11, 2014. AEA contracts with certain Participating Utilities for operations and maintenance. The
Agreement improves the reliability of the interconnected electrical systems, outlines how the transfer over the
Intertie of electrical capacity and energy among the participants will occur, and establishes the IMC. The IMC’s
primary responsibility is to provide governance, control, operation, maintenance, repair, and improvement to
the Intertie, subject to AEA’s oversight. The IMC is comprised of a representative from AEA and each of the
Participating Utilities.
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Schedule 9 – Supplementary Organization and Project Information (Unaudited)
June 30, 2022
Susitna‐Watana Hydroelectric Project
Starting in 2010, AEA conducted preliminary planning and conceptual design for a large hydroelectric project to
be built in the Railbelt Region. A number of hydroelectric generation alternatives were studied and AEA issued a
Preliminary Decision Document selecting what is now known as the Susitna‐Watana Hydroelectric Project as the
primary large hydroelectric project for the State to pursue.
The proposed Susitna‐Watana Hydroelectric Project would be located approximately half‐way between
Anchorage and Fairbanks on the upper Susitna River. The Susitna‐Watana dam would be located within a steep‐
sided valley of the Susitna River below Watana Creek at River Mile 184, approximately 22 miles upstream of the
Devil's Canyon rapids.
The project would include a single roller compacted concrete dam with a height providing nominal crest
elevation at 2,050 feet mean sea level with a 23,546 acre, 42.5‐mile long reservoir with an average width of one
to two miles. The height of the dam was determined to be 705 feet tall during the engineering feasibility studies.
The powerhouse, dam, and related facilities would be linked by transmission lines connecting the project to the
Alaska Intertie. The project would produce about 50% of the Railbelt's electrical demand or an annual average of
2,800,000 MWh.
AEA filed a Notice of Intent and Pre‐Application Document with the FERC to begin the licensing process for the
project in December 2011. The FERC approved 58 environmental study plans in early 2013. In implementing the
study plans, AEA worked closely with the Alaska Department of Fish and Game in conducting the fishery and
wildlife studies. On June 3, 2014, AEA filed the Initial Study Report (ISR) for the project. The approximately 7,000
page ISR presents information collected from the first year of field studies.
The Alaska Legislature has appropriated a total of $192 million for AEA to plan, design, and obtain a FERC permit
for the project. On December 26, 2014, Governor Bill Walker of Alaska (Governor Walker) issued Administrative
Order 271 suspending discretionary spending on the project. On January 8, 2015, the FERC granted AEA’s
request to hold the licensing process in abeyance. On July 6, 2015, Governor Walker’s office authorized AEA to
proceed with the Integrated Licensing Process (ILP) using previously appropriated funds. AEA, in August 2015,
requested the FERC’s permission to resume the licensing efforts. On August 4, 2016, Governor Walker issued a
letter to FERC requesting to proceed with the ILP to the point of issuing an updated Study Plan Determination
(SPD) to preserve the State of Alaska’s investment in the project. On August 26, 2016, FERC responded to the
Governor’s letter stating that FERC will proceed with the ILP to complete the SPD. After issuing the SPD, the
project will be put into abeyance as requested by the Governor.
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Alaska Energy Authority
(A Component Unit of the State of Alaska)
Schedule 9 – Supplementary Organization and Project Information (Unaudited)
June 30, 2022
On June 22, 2017, FERC issued its Determination on the ISR for Susitna. Overall, it was very favorable to the
State. However, since it was issued more than 100 days beyond the ILP schedule of March 10, 2017, there was
insufficient time within fiscal year 2017 to complete previously authorized scopes of work to complete a
comprehensive analysis of the Determination and revise study reports as needed. AEA requested that a portion
of the Susitna appropriation be extended for 90 days to complete this work and preserve the value of the State’s
investment to the maximum extent possible.
On July 18, 2017, the OMB issued a memo to AEA authorizing the continued spending on the project 90 days
from June 30, 2017. AEA was granted concurrence and authorization to spend necessary funds in order to
proceed to the point where the State’s investment, to date, is preserved and the project was put in abeyance.
The work was completed, and all remaining contracts were terminated September 30, 2017. The remaining
funds, approximately $1,893,000, were returned to the State in fiscal year 2019.
As of June 30, 2022, the annual evaluation concluded there was no impairment of the costs capitalized relating
to the Susitna‐Watana Hydroelectric Project. An indicator of impairment cited under GASB 51 paragraph 18 is
“development stoppage”, which did not occur. Work on the project was completed and the licensing project is
in abeyance. Looking ahead, and to the extent the project proposal does not change and the data gathered
remains representative of current conditions, FERC ruled that AEA would not need to repeat the already
completed Integrated Licensing Process (ILP) steps.
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