July 2005: The information collected under the Board's November 10-03 Load Data Collection Directions was used in the upcoming cost allocation review informational filings. Please see the Cost Allocation Review page for more information.
The Electricity Distribution Rate Handbook provides paragraph 1.4:
"Cost allocation factors have not been revisited since the 1980's. Prior to the implementation of 2nd generation PBR the Board will require utilities to develop cost allocation studies that reflect: (1) the new structure of the industry, (2) current load profiles of the various rate groups and (3) a review of the method of allocating distribution cost to rate classes. The Board strongly encourages utilities to jointly sponsor these studies, achieving economies where possible through joint development of load data."
As explained in its letter of October 28, 2002, the "Board recognizes there are various approaches to undertaking cost allocation studies, and that the information requirements may vary by approach." Accordingly, a cost allocation working group was established.
Working group members
Background reading
- Report to Board Staff (October 2000) Note: The discussion of general principals in the report may still prove helpful to parties, but certain details and model references may no longer be applicable.
Working Group
| Date | Issue / Document |
|---|---|
| June 26, 2003 | |
| May 8, 2003 | |
| May 1, 2003 | |
| April 24, 2003 | |
| April 17, 2003 | |
| April 9, 2003 | |
| April 3, 2003 | |
| March 27, 2003 | |
| November 7, 2002 |