| Implementing Sector: | State |
| Category: | Regulatory Policy |
| State: | Iowa |
| Incentive Type: | Energy Efficiency Resource Standard |
| Web Site: | http://www.iowaenergyplan.org/ |
| Eligible Efficiency Technologies: | Custom/Others pending approval, Other EE |
| Electric Sales Reduction: | Utility-specific standards set by IUB |
| Electric Peak Demand Reduction: | Utility-specific standards set by IUB |
| Natural Gas Sales Reduction: | Utility-specific standards set by IUB |
| Rate Impact Parameters: | All energy efficiency programs must be cost-effective for both customers and utilities |
| Name: | Iowa Code § 476.6.16 |
| Name: | IAC 199-35 |
| Name: | IAC 199-36 |
| Name: | 2008 IUB Order |
| Date Enacted: | 2008 |
| Effective Date: | 2008 |
| Name: | IUB Docket No. EEP-2012-0002 Final Order (MidAmerican 2014-2018 EE Plan) |
| Date Enacted: | 12/16/2013 |
| Name: | IUB Docket No. EEP-2012-0001 Final Order (Alliant Energy 2014-2018 EE Plan) |
| Date Enacted: | 12/02/2013 |
| Name: | IUB Docket No. EEP-2013-0001 Final Order (Black Hills 2014-2018 Gas EE Plan) |
| Date Enacted: | 12/17/2013 |
Origin
In 2008, Iowa enacted S.B. 2386, which requires the Iowa Utilities Board (IUB) to create energy savings standards (electricity and natural gas) for all rate-regulated utilities. Utilities that are not rate-regulated (municipal and cooperative utilities) were required to establish their own energy efficiency goals. These goals were filed in December 2009. All utilities (rate-regulated and otherwise) must submit plans with the IUB utility, administer customer energy efficiency programs in order to reach the efficiency goals, and submit annual reports to the IUB describing energy efficiency efforts. Utility efficiency plans, operating plans, and annual reports can be found here.
Electric Sales and Demand Reduction
A utility may reduce energy consumption through improvements to its infrastructure or through customer programs. Examples of customer programs include energy studies and audits, education, direct rebates and other financial assistance, research projects, time-of-use-rates, tree planting, and hot water insulation distribution programs. The table below shows the required average energy savings levels during 2014-2018.
| Applicable Rate-Regulated Electric Utility | Range of Average Target Reductions Relative to Baseline (2014-2018) |
|---|---|
| Interstate Power & Light (Alliant Energy) | 1.1% |
| MidAmerican Energy | 1.19% |
In addition, utilities must target peak demand reductions. The table below shows the required target for peak demand reduction by 2018.
| Applicable Rate-Regulated Electric Utility | Target Reductions Relative to Baseline (By 2018) |
|---|---|
| Interstate Power & Light (Alliant Energy) | 436 MW |
| MidAmerican Energy | 504 MW |
Natural Gas Sales Reduction
The Iowa Utilities Board has approved goals of approximately 1-1.2 percent for the natural gas programs of investor-owned utilities. The IUB also approved lower electricity efficiency goals for Interstate Power and Light Company. MidAmerican Energy Company reached 1.5% electricity savings in 2010.
| Applicable Rate-Regulated Natural Gas Utility | Range of Average Target Reductions Relative to Baseline (2014-2018) |
|---|---|
| Interstate Power & Light (Alliant Energy) | 0.88% |
| MidAmerican Energy | 1.28% |
| Iowa Gas Utility Company (Black Hills Corp.) | 0.64% |
Program Administrator Type
Iowa’s electric utilities administer the programs used to comply with the standard.
Cost Effectiveness and Program Evaluation
Iowa uses the Societal Cost Test (SCT), one of the five “California tests” from the California Standard Practice Manual, as its primary cost-effectiveness tests for evaluating energy efficiency programs.
Utility Cost Recovery Provisions
The cost of these programs are recovered through cost recovery factors on each customer's bill. Currently, no utility has added performance incentives for achieving its goals.
Check the price of going solar with the HahaSmart Price Checker.
Design your own solar array with the HahaSmart DIY Design Tool.
Input your address to see if it is solar friendly and how much you can save with solar.
Great. Your address is perfect for solar. Solar incentive is still available. Select monthly utility cost and calculate the size of solar system you will need now.
| kw System size | years Payback period | Lifetime savings |
No money down, 100% finance is available.
Explore New Solar Potentials with NEM 3.0 on HahaSmart
April 26, 2023NEM 3.0 Goes Live in California: What It Means for EPCs and Homeowners?
April 13, 2023Increase Your Solar Sales with Our New Feature: Solar Access with Google Sunroof
March 28, 2023Homeowner Profiles Connect with Solar Pros
March 2, 2023|
You design, we deliver. Enjoy solar! Get Started |
CompanyAbout Solar QC Contact us Career Promotion Program |
About SolarSolar Beginner 101 Solar QC Blog News Feed FAQ |
How It WorksEasy Step 1234 2 Min Design DIY Price Checker Design DIY |
Installer Sign UpSign up to receive more high quality fresh leads. Sign up now |
|
Go Solar with Solar QC. There’s no need to shop around since Solar QC directs manufacturers to our customers with the best prices in solar industry.
|
Solar InstallerInstaller Review Join Us Finance |
ProductPanel Inverter Racking BOS |
World Class BrandCanadian Solar Solar Edge Dual Rack |
Installer APP DownloadIOS Ipad Android |
Term & Condition• Privacy Policy• Site Map• COPYRIGHT © SOLAR QC 2016 - 2024 TEL:(818) 254-8209
Welcome to the Solar QC Website. This site equips homeowners with information regarding the most effective solar products and provides access to expert solar installers and manufacturers. The information listed in the Terms & Conditions provides a list of the services provided by solarqcgroup.com with specific user obligations in reference to content, conduct, company disclaimers, copyright, and privacy. The Terms & Conditions described are designed to protect the users and solarqcgroup.com. By accessing this website, the user automatically agrees with the content of the Terms & Conditions.
A solar PV system is custom-designed for your home. Final solar system price may vary based on your location, monthly utility bill, government incentives and rebates, the condition of your home, and local installation prices. Solar PV system output and estimated savings are calculated based on several factors including product type, system production, geography, weather, shade, electricity use, full utilization of the 30% solar investment tax credit, and utility rate structures and rate increases. Savings on your total electricity costs are not guaranteed. Financing options and terms vary by location, and may not be available in all areas. Solar QC is neither the lender nor the project installer. Solar QC License# 1130591
|
|
Save on Iowa Energy Costs With Solar Energy Today |
