Why cogeneration developers should support cogeneration deferral riders

Journal Article · Tue Mar 31 23:00:00 EST 1987 · Cogener. Small Power Mon.; (United States)

OSTI ID:6535881

Spiewak, S

The author argues that excess capacity can increase retail rates, but deferral riders which allow utilities to offer lower rates to customers who might otherwise turn to cogeneration would optimize existing generating capacity. The author notes that encouraging cogeneration is only one goal of the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act, while efficient use of powerplant capability is of equal importance. There will still be opportunities for cogenerators under the Cogeneration Deferral Tariff if they are patient because the concept of the tariff is to defer, not preclude cogeneration.

• OSTI ID: 6535881
• Journal Information: Cogener. Small Power Mon.; (United States), Journal Name: Cogener. Small Power Mon.; (United States); ISSN CSPME
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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