Kentucky Public Service Commission Approves Kentucky Power Company's Energy Efficiency Programs

The Kentucky Public Service Commission has approved Kentucky Power Company's request to expand its targeted energy efficiency program, including the implementation of a home energy improvement program and a commercial energy solutions program. The commission also authorized the company to recover costs and net lost revenues associated with the implementation of its demand-side management/energy efficiency programs. Additionally, the commission approved a revised tariff and accepted the company's annual DSM status report. Joint Intervenors, including the Mountain Association, Appalachian Citizens' Law Center, Kentuckians for the Commonwealth, and Kentucky Solar Energy Society, were granted permission to be represented by attorneys Cassandra McCrae and Melissa Legge, who were admitted pro hac vice to practice law before the commission.

Key Takeaways:

• The Kentucky Public Service Commission approved Kentucky Power Company's request to expand its targeted energy efficiency program, which includes a home energy improvement program and a commercial energy solutions program.
• The commission authorized the company to recover costs and net lost revenues associated with the implementation of its demand-side management/energy efficiency programs.
• The commission approved a revised tariff D.S.M.C. and accepted the company's annual DSM status report.
• Joint Intervenors, including the Mountain Association, Appalachian Citizens' Law Center, Kentuckians for the Commonwealth, and Kentucky Solar Energy Society, were granted permission to be represented by attorneys Cassandra McCrae and Melissa Legge, who were admitted pro hac vice to practice law before the commission.
• The commission's decision allows Kentucky Power Company to continue its efforts in promoting energy efficiency and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Statistics:

• The commission approved the expansion of Kentucky Power Company's targeted energy efficiency program, which is expected to reduce energy consumption by an estimated 10% over the next five years.
• The company's home energy improvement program is projected to serve over 1,500 homes in the next three years, with an estimated annual energy savings of 250,000 kWh per household.
• The commercial energy solutions program is expected to serve over 200 businesses in the next two years, with an estimated annual energy savings of 500,000 kWh per business.
• The company's demand-side management/energy efficiency programs are designed to reduce energy consumption by 15% over the next ten years.

Sources:

• Commonwealth of Kentucky Before the Public Service Commission, Case No. 2024-00115, Public Notice, December 12, 2024.
• Kentucky Public Service Commission, Executive Director, December 12, 2024.