Residential Rates

LES will hold a public meeting on the 2018 proposed budget and rates Oct. 5, 2017, 6-7 p.m. at LES' Walter A. Canney Service Center (2620 Fairfield St.)

With no system-wide average rate adjustment, the only changes Residential and Heating Service customers will notice on their monthly bills will come in the form of ongoing work to restructure rates. In 2018, customers will again see a decrease in energy rates (identified as the Energy Charge on account statements) offset by an increase in the Facilities Charge. The Facilities Charge will collect fixed costs for LES to maintain and deliver energy to our customers. Most customers will notice little to no change to their bill.

The proposed monthly Facilities Charges for residential ratepayers is $15 for Level 1 customers (using less than 800 kilowatt-hours per month), $21.50 for Level 2 (800-1,499 kWh per month) and $33.75 (1,500 or more kWh per month) for Level 3. The proposed residential Energy Charges are dropping to 8.58¢ per kWh in the summer (June-September) and 5.86¢ in the winter (October-May).

The LES Administrative Board will take action on the 2018 budget and rates at its Oct. 20, 2017, meeting.

Summary of proposed rates Proposed rate schedules

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Effective on and after Jan. 1, 2017

01 (Standard) & 03 (with Electric Heating)

AVAILABLE: Within Lincoln, Nebraska, and the SYSTEM Service Area.

APPLICABLE: To single family residences and individually metered apartments.

CHARACTER OF SERVICE: Single-phase, or three-phase if available, 60 Hertz alternating current, supplied at the SYSTEM'S standard voltages through a SYSTEM-owned meter.

BILL: Customer Charge + Facilities Charge + Energy Charge + All Riders (if applicable) + Service Fees (if applicable) + City Dividend for Utility Ownership + Sales Tax (if applicable); based on the RATE in effect and the SYSTEM’S Service Regulations. Plus, for BILLING PERIODS less than 27 days, on the CUSTOMER’S first and final BILLS, a per day credit times the difference between 30 and the actual number of days in the BILLING PERIOD.

BILLING PERIOD: Bills are rendered on the basis of the scheduled meter reading dates or a date agreeable with the SYSTEM for final readings. Under normal conditions, BILLING PERIODS typically range from 27 to 35 days.

SEASONAL PROVISION: Summer and winter periods are defined as:

• Summer – The four-month period from June 1 through Sept. 30
• Winter – The eight-month period from Oct. 1 through May 31

Energy Charges on the BILL will be prorated between seasons in transitional months (i.e., June and October) according to the number of days corresponding to each season covered by the BILL.

RATE:

Residential Service – 01 & 03	Summer	Winter
Customer Charge $/BILL	$5.00	$5.00
Facilities Level 1 Charge $/BILL	$10.50	$10.50
Less than 27-day billing period credit Level 1 $/day (first & final bills)	$0.35	$0.35
Facilities Level 2 Charge $/BILL	$14.50	$14.50
Less than 27-day billing period credit Level 2 $/day (first & final bills)	$0.48	$0.48
Facilities Level 3 Charge $/BILL	$19.50	$19.50
Less than 27-day billing period credit Level 3 $/day (first & final bills)	$0.65	$0.65
Facilities Charge Three Phase $/BILL	$45.00	$45.00
Less than 27 day billing period credit Three Phase $/day (first & final bills)	$1.50	$1.50
Energy Charge $/kWh	$0.0956	$0.0643

FACILITIES LEVEL: Facilities Charges are based on average monthly energy during the twelve-month period of Dec. 1 through Nov. 30. LES will assign CUSTOMERS to the applicable Facilities Level. Newly constructed single family dwelling services, with no prior energy usage history, will initially be assigned to Level 2. Newly constructed multi-family dwelling services, with no prior energy usage history, will initially be assigned to Level 1. Levels are reviewed and changed as necessary each Jan. 1. Exceptions to the below thresholds for Facilities Level assignments will only be made in rare instances and with the approval of LES.

Level 1 – Average monthly energy less than 800 kWh

Level 2 – Average monthly energy 800 kWh to 1,500 kWh

Level 3 – Average monthly energy greater than 1,500 kWh

RESIDENTIAL ELECTRIC HEATING WITH SECOND METER: Existing residential CUSTOMERS, where service has been provided for electric heating purposes only and is metered on a separate circuit, shall have energy use from these two services combined into one BILL. This type of electric heating service is only available to existing services and is not available for application to new service requests.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

1. Service will be furnished subject to the SYSTEM'S Policies and Service Regulations.
2. TERMS OF PAYMENT – BILLS on active accounts are due in full 23 days after rendered. BILLS on final accounts are due upon receipt or the date of the most recently issued BILL, whichever is later. Any past due amounts are subject to the LES Policy – Termination of Electric Service and applicable Service Fees. Charges are subject to all applicable State and Local sales tax.
3. FLUCTUATING LOADS AND HARMONICS – CUSTOMERS operating equipment causing harmonic currents and/or highly fluctuating or large instantaneous demands, including, but not limited to, variable speed drives, motor starting, welders and X-ray machines, shall be required to pay all nonbetterment costs of corrective action required to maintain acceptable service quality to the CUSTOMER and not interfere with service on the SYSTEM'S lines or to other CUSTOMERS. See Sections K. SYSTEM DISTURBANCES and N. DISCONNECTION OF SERVICE of the Service Regulations.
4. COGENERATION OR SMALL POWER PRODUCTION – Refer to Section L. CUSTOMER OPERATION OF GENERATING EQUIPMENT of the Service Regulations for information.

NOTE: LES recommends you contact appropriate staff to answer questions and confirm your analysis of LES’ electric rates. For questions about how rates are established, email rates@les.com. For questions about the application of rates for your home, such as the proper rates, costs, etc., contact an Energy Services Representative (402-473-3270).

Effective on and after Jan. 1, 2017

AVAILABLE: Within Lincoln, Nebraska, and the SYSTEM Service Area.

APPLICABLE: To any CUSTOMER, to light an area of an existing meter service location agreeable to the SYSTEM, for which SYSTEM-owned lamps with photocell dusk-to-dawn control will be installed on SYSTEM poles.

CHARACTER OF SERVICE: Single-phase, 60 Hertz alternating current, 120 volts, two wire, nonmetered.

BILL: Applicable Security Lighting and Festoon Outlet Charges + Riders added on to the BILL of an existing metered account + Service Fees (if applicable) + Sales Tax (if applicable); based on the Schedule in effect and the SYSTEM'S Service Regulations.

BILLING PERIOD: Nonmetered services BILLING PERIODS are based on a monthly schedule set by the SYSTEM.

RATE:

Poles and Secondaries: Additional charges per BILLING PERIOD for poles and/or secondaries installed prior to Jan. 1, 1979, for the operation of the lamp(s). Subsequent to Jan. 1, 1979, the SYSTEM discontinued installations of poles. The SYSTEM will maintain existing installations of poles and overhead/underground secondary. No poles or underground secondary will be installed for new installations.

Festoons: Outlets mounted on street light poles as per Festoon Outlet Guidelines. For 120 V, 2 amp breaker.

Security Lighting – 20
Security Lighting Charge $/lamp/BILLING PERIOD
Mercury Vapor 175 Watt*	$14.33
Mercury Vapor 250 Watt*	$16.35
Mercury Vapor 400 Watt*	$20.40
Mercury Vapor 1,000 Watt*	$35.70
High Pressure Sodium Vapor 70 Watt*	$15.00
High Pressure Sodium Vapor 150 Watt*	$15.80
High Pressure Sodium Vapor 250 Watt	$18.00
Metal Halide 400 Watt	$21.20
LED Small	$12.62
LED Medium	$13.40
LED Large	$21.32
Pole	$2.75
Overhead secondary span up to 150 feet	$1.35
Underground secondary	$3.00
Festoon Photocell Outlet ($/outlet)	$0.97
Festoon Continuous Outlet ($/lamp)	$2.69
*Only for existing installations – no new installations of these luminaires. Damaged or failed luminaires, beyond field repair, will be replaced with LED luminaires.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

1. Service will be furnished subject to the SYSTEM'S Policies and Service Regulations.
2. TERMS OF PAYMENT – BILLS on active accounts are due in full 23 days after rendered. BILLS on final accounts are due upon receipt or the date of the most recently issued BILL, whichever is later. Any past due amounts are subject to the LES Policy – Termination of Electric Service and applicable Service Fees. Charges are subject to all applicable State and Local sales tax.
3. Existing poles which have been provided prior to Jan. 1, 1979, and replacement of such poles, shall not be used for any purposes other than the mounting of SYSTEM-owned security lamps.
4. All costs related to the installation of a Festoon Outlet will be paid by the CUSTOMER prior to installation. Installations will be made where feasible as determined by the SYSTEM'S Energy Delivery Division.
5. For Festoon Outlets, the CUSTOMER taking service shall indemnify, protect and save harmless the SYSTEM, and its officers, agents and employees, from and against any and all claims, demands, suits, judgments, liabilities, loss or damages, which may arise out of or be caused by erection, maintenance, presence, use or removal of their equipment.
6. Temporarily disconnected security lighting (at the CUSTOMER'S request), which is reconnected at a later date, will be subject to Sections M. BILLING RESPONSIBILITY AND SERVICE CONNECTIONS and N. DISCONNECTION OF SERVICE in the Service Regulations. Lighting installations disconnected for more than 90 consecutive days shall be removed by the SYSTEM. 

NOTE: LES recommends you contact appropriate staff to answer questions and confirm your analysis of LES’ electric rates. For questions about how rates are established, email rates@les.com. For questions about the application of rates for your home, such as the proper rates, costs, etc., contact an Energy Services Representative (402-473-3270).

Effective on and after Jan. 1, 2017

AVAILABLE: To renewable generation with production capacity of 25 kW_AC or less, in conjunction with a retail load. No single METER may exceed 25 kW_AC. Renewable generation includes electric generators powered by methane, wind, solar, biomass, hydro or waste technologies. New renewable generation will be placed on this rider until the total generating capacity of all renewable generation using net metering is equal to or exceeds 1 percent of the capacity necessary to meet the SYSTEM'S average aggregate CUSTOMER monthly peak demand forecast for that calendar year. At that point, this rider will no longer be offered to CUSTOMERS.

APPLICABLE: The credits (payments) of this rider will apply to CUSTOMERS with renewable generation who purchase energy from the SYSTEM under an appropriate retail rate and who may supply energy to the SYSTEM.

CHARACTER OF SERVICE: Unless otherwise provided by contract, the character of purchased power will be single- or three-phase alternating electric current at 60 Hertz. Voltage shall be determined by the voltage of the SYSTEM'S distribution system in the vicinity unless otherwise agreed. Facilities on this service will be metered with a SYSTEM supplied bi-directional meter.

PURCHASE OF OUTPUT FROM RENEWABLE GENERATOR CUSTOMERS: Owners of renewable generation will be allowed to parallel these facilities with the SYSTEM and use the electrical output of their renewable generation to supply all or a portion of their own load and deliver the surplus to the SYSTEM.

RATE: At the end of the BILLING PERIOD, the SYSTEM will net the metered energy which was delivered to the SYSTEM and the metered energy which was supplied by the SYSTEM.

• Net energy supplied by the SYSTEM to the CUSTOMER in a BILLING PERIOD will be billed at the applicable retail rate.
• Net energy delivered to the SYSTEM in a BILLING PERIOD will be purchased by the SYSTEM at the applicable Renewable Net Metering Rider Energy Payment rate.
• Other applicable fees and charges, including the Customer Charge, the Facilities Charge and the Demand Charge (if any), will be billed to the CUSTOMER at the applicable retail rate.

Purchases by the SYSTEM will appear as credits on the BILL. Credits which exceed charges for a BILLING PERIOD will roll over to the following BILLING PERIOD. At the end of each calendar year, any credits remaining will be paid by check from the SYSTEM in the final BILLING PERIOD of the year.

Renewable Net Metering Rider Energy Payment rate: The Energy Payment rate will be the Energy Charge based on the Tier (see table below) that is in effect on the date of the interconnection with the SYSTEM (bi-directional meter set), and the Energy Payment rate will remain at this Tier for 10 years (regardless of any changes in the underlying tier) from the month of the interconnection.

The Customer Charge and the Facilities Charge will be equal to the Customer Charge and the Facilities Charge for the applicable retail customer class as determined and periodically adjusted by the SYSTEM.

Subsequent to the first 10 years of a CUSTOMER’S initial SYSTEM-approved installation, the Energy Payment rate will transition to the Tier that is currently in effect and will continue to transition to each subsequent tier as of the effective date for each Tier as determined by the SYSTEM.

If a CUSTOMER increases the renewable generation production capacity at the same CUSTOMER location for which the CUSTOMER has an existing Renewable Net Metering Agreement with the SYSTEM, the Energy Payment rate of the expanded facility will coincide with the timing and provisions of the Tier for the existing facility; except that the total renewable generation production capacity may not exceed 25 kW_AC for a single METER.

Renewable Net Metering Rider	Summer	Winter
Tier 1 Energy Payment rate for energy delivered to the SYSTEM, $/kWh	100% of the current Residential Energy Charge
Tier 2 Energy Payment rate for energy delivered to the SYSTEM, $/kWh	50% of the current Residential Energy Charge
Tier 3 Energy Payment rate for energy delivered to the SYSTEM, $/kWh	To be determined

In no case will the Energy Payment rate be less than the SYSTEM'S avoided cost of electricity.

Tier Definitions:

• Tier 1: Tier 1 will be defined as the period up to the point where there is total CUSTOMER renewable energy generation of 1 megawatt as determined by the SYSTEM, or May 31, 2024, whichever is earlier.
• Tier 2: Tier 2 will be defined as the period when Tier 1 ends and up to the point where there is total CUSTOMER renewable energy generation of 2 megawatts as determined by the SYSTEM, or 10 years after the Tier 2 commencement date, whichever is earlier.
• Tier 3: Tier 3 will be defined as the period when Tier 2 ends.

CAPACITY PAYMENT: The SYSTEM will make a one-time Capacity Payment to the owner of the renewable generation based on the contribution of peak reduction by the renewable resource, valued at a traditional resource cost of $1,000 per kW_AC. Capacity increases or additions in future years will be eligible for the Capacity Payment based on the then-current Capacity Payment. The Capacity Payment will be paid on the following basis:

• Predominantly southern-facing fixed solar: $375.00 per kW_DC of nameplate capacity
• Predominantly western-facing fixed solar: $475.00 per kW_DC of nameplate capacity
• Single or dual-axis tracking solar: $475.00 per kW_DC of nameplate capacity
• Other solar installations: No Capacity Payment
• Wind: No Capacity Payment
• Other technologies besides solar and wind: $1,000.00 per average kW_AC net demand output of the generation at 5 p.m. during the months of July and August (as determined by the SYSTEM)

Capacity Payments may be adjusted based on the value to the SYSTEM, and Capacity Payments will terminate effective with the commencement of Tier 3.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

1. This is an incentive rate rider that is subject to review and revision as new technologies and economic factors change. The SYSTEM will resolve discrepancies or other issues regarding interpretation or implementation of this rate rider.
2. A signed written agreement between the renewable generator CUSTOMER and the SYSTEM will be required. Net Metering 25 kW_AC or less Agreement for Interconnection of Customer-Owned Generation can be viewed at www.les.com/pdf/net-metering-gen/agreement-customer-owned-gen-969.pdf.
3. The renewable generation’s connection to the SYSTEM'S distribution system must pass an inspection by the SYSTEM for safety and power quality.
4. The renewable generator CUSTOMER must supply a meter socket and a disconnect switch between the renewable generation/inverter and the SYSTEM'S service drop.
5. The renewable generator CUSTOMER must comply with all applicable city, county, and state sales tax, laws and regulations.
6. Service will be furnished subject to the SYSTEM'S Service Regulations and the Requirements for Inverter Based Renewable Generation Systems Less than 100 kW_AC which can be viewed at http://www.les.com/pdf/net-metering-gen/requirements-inverter.pdf.

NOTE: LES recommends you contact appropriate staff to answer questions and confirm your analysis of LES’ electric rates. For questions about how rates are established, email rates@les.com. For questions about the application of rates for your home, such as the proper rates, costs, etc., contact an Energy Services Representative (402-473-3270).

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Effective on and after Jan. 1, 2017

(Intended for Generation without Load, 26 kW_AC-100 kW_AC)

AVAILABLE: To renewable generation with production capacity of greater than 25 kW_AC and less than, or equal to, 100 kW_AC. No single CUSTOMER or project location may exceed 100 kW_AC. Renewable generation includes electric generators powered by methane, wind, solar, biomass, hydro or waste technologies. New renewable generation will be placed on the Renewable Generation Rate until the total generating capacity of all renewable generation on the Renewable Generation Rate (not including Renewable Net Metering projects) is equal to or exceeds 1 percent of the capacity necessary to meet the SYSTEM'S average aggregate CUSTOMER monthly peak demand forecast for that calendar year. At that point, this schedule will no longer be offered to CUSTOMERS.

APPLICABLE: The charges and credits (payments) of this rate will apply to CUSTOMERS with renewable generation who supply energy to the SYSTEM. This rate is intended to limit renewable generation to projects of greater than 25 kW_AC and less than, or equal to, 100 kW_AC per CUSTOMER or location to allow for diversity in CUSTOMER participation in this incentive rate. The SYSTEM will make the final determination as to whether a proposed renewable generation project qualifies for the Renewable Generation Rate.

CHARACTER OF SERVICE: Unless otherwise provided by contract, the character of purchased power will be single- or three-phase alternating electric current at 60 Hertz. Voltage shall be determined by the voltage of the SYSTEM'S distribution system in the vicinity unless otherwise agreed. Facilities on this service will be metered with a SYSTEM supplied bi-directional meter. The Renewable Generation Rate is intended for generation without load (other than generation auxiliaries and related systems). Any netting of energy is expected to be minimal.

PURCHASE OF OUTPUT FROM RENEWABLE GENERATOR CUSTOMERS: Owners of renewable generation will be allowed to parallel these facilities with the SYSTEM and sell energy to the SYSTEM. Energy generated cannot be used to offset a CUSTOMER'S load. Positive net energy delivered to the CUSTOMER in more than two BILLING PERIODS in a 12-month period will immediately disqualify this service from continuing to receive this Renewable Generation Rate for a period of one year from the date of disqualification. Such disqualification will cause this service to be billed at the applicable retail energy rate, and energy delivered to the SYSTEM will be credited at the Small Power Production rate.

RATE: At the end of the BILLING PERIOD, the SYSTEM will net the metered energy which was delivered to the SYSTEM and any incidental metered energy which was supplied by the SYSTEM.

• Net energy delivered to the SYSTEM in a BILLING PERIOD will be purchased by the SYSTEM at the CUSTOMER'S appropriate Renewable Generation Rate – Tier Energy Payment rate.
• Net energy supplied by the SYSTEM to the CUSTOMER in a BILLING PERIOD will be billed at the General Service retail energy rate. Any netting of energy is expected to be minimal.
• Other applicable fees and charges, including the Customer Charge, the Facilities Charge and the Distribution Facilities Charge, will be billed to the CUSTOMER.

Purchases by the SYSTEM will appear as credits on the BILL. Credits which exceed charges for a BILLING PERIOD will be paid by check from the SYSTEM.

Renewable Generation Rate Energy Payment rate: The Energy Payment rate will be the Energy Charge based on the Tier (see table below) that is in effect on the date the Renewable Generation up to 100 kW_AC Application for Review of Interconnection and Parallel Operation of Customer-Owned Generation (Application for Review) is approved by the SYSTEM. This Energy Payment rate will remain fixed at this level for 10 years (regardless of any changes in the underlying Tier or Energy Charge) from the month of the date of the interconnection with the SYSTEM (bi-directional meter set) as long as the Parallel Operations, Power Sales and Interconnection Agreement is approved and site inspection is conducted within one year of submitting the Application for Review.

The Customer Charge and the Facilities Charge will be equal to the General Service Customer Charge and Facilities Charge as determined and periodically adjusted by the SYSTEM. The Distribution Facilities Charge will be as identified on this rate schedule and as determined and periodically adjusted by the SYSTEM.

Subsequent to the first 10 years of a CUSTOMER’S initial SYSTEM-approved installation, the Energy Payment rate will transition to the Tier that is currently in effect and will continue to transition to each subsequent Tier as of the effective date for each Tier as determined by the SYSTEM.

If a CUSTOMER increases the renewable generation production capacity at the same CUSTOMER location for which the CUSTOMER has an existing Renewable Generation Rate Agreement with the SYSTEM, the Energy Payment rate of the expanded facility will coincide with the timing and provisions of the Tier for the existing facility; except that the total renewable generation production capacity may not exceed 100 kW_AC for a CUSTOMER or single location.

Renewable Generation Rate - 70	Summer	Winter
Tier 1 Energy Payment rate for energy delivered to the SYSTEM, $/kWh	100% of the current Residential Energy Charge
Tier 2 Energy Payment rate for energy delivered to the SYSTEM, $/kWh	50% of the current Residential Energy Charge
Tier 3 Energy Payment rate for Energy Delivered to the SYSTEM $/kWh	To be determined
Distribution Facilities Charge $/BILL	$27.00	$27.00
Customer Charge $/BILL	$6.50	$6.50
Facilities Charge Single Phase $/BILL	$16.60	$16.60
Facilities Charge Three Phase $/BILL	$51.50	$51.50
Facilities Charge Primary $/BILL	$28.50	$28.50

In no case will the Energy Payment rate be less than the Small Power Production rate.

Tier Definitions:

• Tier 1: Tier 1 will be defined as the period up to the point where there is total CUSTOMER renewable energy generation of 1 megawatt as determined by the SYSTEM, or May 31, 2024, whichever is earlier.
• Tier 2: Tier 2 will be defined as the period when Tier 1 ends and up to the point where there is total CUSTOMER renewable energy generation of 2 megawatts as determined by the SYSTEM, or 10 years after the Tier 2 commencement date, whichever is earlier.
• Tier 3: Tier 3 will be defined as the period when Tier 2 ends.

CAPACITY PAYMENT: The SYSTEM will make a one-time Capacity Payment to the owner of the renewable generation based on the contribution of peak reduction by the renewable resource, valued at a traditional resource cost of $1,000.00 per kW_AC. Capacity increases or additions in future years will be eligible for the Capacity Payment based on the then-current Capacity Payment. The Capacity Payment will be paid on the following basis:

• Predominantly southern-facing fixed solar: $375.00 per kW_DC of nameplate capacity
• Predominantly western-facing fixed solar: $475.00 per kW_DC of nameplate capacity
• Single or dual-axis tracking solar: $475.00 per kW_DC of nameplate capacity
• Other solar installations: No Capacity Payment
• Wind: No Capacity Payment
• Other technologies besides solar and wind: $1,000.00 per average kW_AC net demand output of the generation at 5 p.m. during the months of July and August (as determined by the SYSTEM)

Capacity Payments may be adjusted based on the value to the SYSTEM, and Capacity Payments will terminate effective with the commencement of Tier 3.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

1. This is an incentive rate that is subject to review and revision as new technologies and economic factors change. The SYSTEM will resolve discrepancies or other issues regarding interpretation or implementation of this rate.
2. A signed written agreement between the renewable generator CUSTOMER and the SYSTEM will be required. The Renewable Generation up to 100 kW_AC Agreement for Interconnection of Customer-Owned Generation can be viewed at http://www.les.com/pdf/net-metering-gen/agreement-renewable-gen-981.pdf. 
3. The renewable generation’s connection to the SYSTEM'S distribution system must pass an inspection by the SYSTEM for safety, power quality and verification that no loads are drawing power from the SYSTEM.
4. The renewable generator CUSTOMER must supply a meter socket and a disconnect switch between the renewable generation/inverter and the SYSTEM'S service drop.
5. The renewable generator CUSTOMER must comply with all applicable city, county, and state sales tax, laws and regulations.
6. Service will be furnished subject to the SYSTEM'S Service Regulations, Lincoln Building & Safety codes and the Requirements for Inverter Based Renewable Generation Systems less than 100 kW_AC, which can be viewed at http://www.les.com/pdf/net-metering-gen/requirements-inverter.pdf.
7. Any proposed generation installation of 25 kW_AC or greater requires approval by the Nebraska Power Review Board and a review by the SYSTEM for system adequacy. Proof of approval by the Nebraska Power Review Board must be provided to the SYSTEM prior to interconnection to the SYSTEM.
8. For renewable generation installations above 100 kW_AC, contact the SYSTEM for the appropriate rates and interconnection requirements.

NOTE: LES recommends you contact appropriate staff to answer questions and confirm your analysis of LES’ electric rates. For questions about how rates are established, email rates@les.com. For questions about the application of rates for your home, such as the proper rates, costs, etc., contact an Energy Services Representative (402-473-3270).

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Effective on and after Jan. 1, 2017

AVAILABLE: Within Lincoln, Nebraska, and the SYSTEM Service Area.

APPLICABLE: To any CUSTOMER.

CHARACTER OF SERVICE: SunShares is a way to support operation of a utility-scale photovoltaic array. No energy will be supplied to CUSTOMERS under this rider. All energy provided to CUSTOMERS will continue to be provided and billed under appropriate rate schedules. The character of the electric service received is as identified under the applicable rate schedule..

BILL: SunShares Contribution plus all charges applicable under the metered rate schedule.

BILLING PERIOD: BILLING PERIODS are based on a monthly schedule set in the applicable rate schedule.

RATE:

SunShares Contribution
$1.00 per SunShare per BILLING PERIOD Minimum contribution is three (3) SunShares per BILLING PERIOD. Other monthly contributions in even dollar amounts and one-time contributions are available.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

1. Service will be furnished subject to the SYSTEM’S Policies and Service Regulations.

2. TERMS OF PAYMENT - BILLS on active accounts are due in full 23 days after rendered. BILLS on final accounts are due upon receipt or the date of the most recently issued BILL, whichever is later. 

3. This program is 100 percent voluntary.

4. Participation in SunShares will continue each month until the SYSTEM is notified in writing.

5. SunShares contributions are not subject to sales tax.

NOTE: LES recommends you contact appropriate staff to answer questions and confirm your analysis of LES’ electric rates. For questions about how rates are established, email rates@les.com. For questions about the application of rates for your home, such as the proper rates, costs, etc., contact an Energy Services Representative (402-473-3270).

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Effective on and after Jan. 1, 2017

AVAILABLE: To CUSTOMERS billed on the Residential, General Service or Heating Service rate schedule.

APPLICABLE: The charges and credits (payments) of this rider will apply to CUSTOMERS who enroll in the LES virtual net metering program (“VNM Program”). The SYSTEM will make the final determination as to whether a CUSTOMER qualifies for this rider and the extent to which they can participate.

CHARACTER OF SERVICE: The VNM Program is a way for customers to virtually serve part of their energy consumption with solar power from the LES Community Solar Project located at 7501 W Holdrege St. This VNM Program replicates net metering benefits without an actual customer-owned installation. All energy provided to the CUSTOMER in excess of the virtual net metering generation will continue to be provided and billed under the appropriate rate schedule. The character of the electric service received is identified under the applicable rate schedule.

PURCHASE OF OUTPUT FROM VIRTUAL NET METERING CUSTOMERS: A CUSTOMER in the VNM Program will be allowed to use the electrical output of the virtual generation to supply all or a portion of their own load and deliver the surplus to the SYSTEM.

RATE: At the end of the BILLING PERIOD, the SYSTEM will net the virtual solar energy which was delivered to the SYSTEM and the metered energy which was supplied by the SYSTEM.

• Energy supplied by the SYSTEM to the CUSTOMER in a BILLING PERIOD will be billed at the applicable retail rate.
• Virtual solar energy delivered to the SYSTEM in a BILLING PERIOD will be purchased by the SYSTEM at the applicable retail rate.
• Other applicable fees and charges, including the Customer Charge and the Facilities Charge, will be billed to the CUSTOMER at the applicable retail rate.
• Sales tax will be applied to the net amount of energy provided to the CUSTOMER. This is defined as the energy supplied by the SYSTEM less the virtual energy delivered to the SYSTEM.

Virtual solar energy delivered to the SYSTEM by a CUSTOMER will be based on the following:

Number of virtual panels subscribed by the CUSTOMER multiplied by (Total kWh produced by the LES Community Solar Project in the previous calendar month divided by 15,333 total panels in the LES Community Solar Project).

Virtual solar energy delivered to the SYSTEM will appear as credits on the BILL. Credits which exceed charges for a BILLING PERIOD will roll-over to the following BILLING PERIOD. At the end of each calendar year, any credits remaining will be paid by check from the SYSTEM in the final BILLING PERIOD of the year.

ENROLLMENT: The enrollment fee will be based on the whole number of virtual panels subscribed by the CUSTOMER and the Program Rate that is in effect on the date of enrollment (see table below). Sales tax will be assessed at the time of the enrollment. The sales tax rate will be determined by the service address of the CUSTOMER.

A CUSTOMER’S enrollment level will be limited to the lesser of the following:

(a) Whole number of virtual panels with Projected Annual Production (see table below) equivalent to no more than 80% of the CUSTOMER’S net energy consumption in the previous twelve-month period of December 1 through November 30, or as determined by the SYSTEM.

(b) 100 virtual panels, which is approximately commensurate to the 25 kWAC production capacity limit under Schedule RNM, Renewable Net Metering Rider.

CANCELLATION: The SYSTEM will provide compensation, including the sales tax on the refund amount, to a CUSTOMER upon cancellation. The compensation will be based on the whole number of virtual panels being cancelled by the CUSTOMER and the Refund Rate that is in effect on the date of cancellation (see table below).

RESTRICTIONS: During the final five calendar years of the program (2032 – 2036), no new enrollments or increases in existing enrollment will be allowed. Full or partial cancellation will be allowed at any time.

RENEWABLE ENERGY CREDITS: All renewable energy credits related to virtual solar energy production will be retired by the SYSTEM on behalf of the CUSTOMER.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

1. This is an incentive program that is subject to review and revision. The SYSTEM will resolve discrepancies or other issues regarding interpretation or implementation of the VNM Program.
2. The VNM Program will terminate on July 1, 2036. Enrollment of all participating CUSTOMERS will be canceled and all related energy purchases by the SYSTEM will cease.
3. Projected Annual Production is an estimate based on the expected LES Community Solar Project output. While not expected, there could be periods of time where there is no output. The SYSTEM makes no guarantee of actual output levels.
4. VNM Program enrollment is specific to the CUSTOMER and non-transferrable.
5. It is LES’ understanding that VNM Program enrollment does not entitle the CUSTOMER to federal tax credits related to the LES Community Solar Project or the energy produced.

Year	Program Rate ($/virtual panel)	Refund Rate ($/virtual panel)	Projected Annual Production (kWhAC/virtual panel)
2017	$685.00	$515.00	515
2018	$665.00	$500.00	513
2019	$640.00	$480.00	510
2020	$620.00	$465.00	508
2021	$595.00	$445.00	505
2022	$570.00	$430.00	502
2023	$540.00	$405.00	500
2024	$510.00	$385.00	497
2025	$480.00	$360.00	495
2026	$450.00	$340.00	493
2027	$420.00	$315.00	490
2028	$385.00	$290.00	488
2029	$350.00	$265.00	485
2030	$310.00	$235.00	483
2031	$270.00	$205.00	480
2032	N/A	$100.00	478
2033	N/A	$75.00	476
2034	N/A	$50.00	473
2035	N/A	$25.00	471
2036	N/A	$0.00	468

Effective on and after Jan. 1, 2017

AVAILABLE: Within Lincoln, Nebraska, and the SYSTEM Service Area.

APPLICABLE: To any CUSTOMER taking service from the SYSTEM.

CUSTOMER SERVICE FEES:

• New Service Fee: $25
  Applicable to every new account, move, transfer, etc., upon the request for service initiation. (Excluding accounts managed under Landlord’s Agreement.)
• Late Payment Fee: 3.0% of Past Due Amount
  Applicable to all accounts for amounts not paid by the due date on or after the first business day past the due date.
• Disconnection Charge for Nonpayment of Bill:
  • $60 – Applicable during the SYSTEM'S normal office hours without use of a SYSTEM Operation’s line crew.
  • $110 – SYSTEM Operation’s line crew required.
• Returned Payment Fee: $30
  Applicable to accounts when a CUSTOMER'S payment is returned to the SYSTEM from a banking institution.
• Rereads: $20
  Applicable when the SYSTEM returns to CUSTOMER'S service location to reread the METER at the CUSTOMER'S request. The charge applies when the original reading was not in error.
• Inaccessible Meters: $75
  Applicable when an attempt by the SYSTEM to read or service an inaccessible METER is unsuccessful.

NOTE: LES recommends you contact appropriate staff to answer questions and confirm your analysis of LES’ electric rates. For questions about how rates are established, email rates@les.com. For questions about the application of rates for your home, such as the proper rates, costs, etc., contact an Energy Services Representative (402-473-3270).

Effective on and after Sept. 1, 2017

AVAILABLE: Within Lincoln, Nebraska, and the SYSTEM Service Area.

APPLICABLE: To any CUSTOMER taking any service listed below.

CITY DIVIDEND FOR UTILITY OWNERSHIP: The City Dividend for Utility Ownership is added to the following rate schedules. The City Dividend is charged sales tax. The City Dividend shall be adjusted on Sept. 1.

City Dividend for Utility Ownership
Residential (Rate Codes 01, 03)	$2.25 per BILL
General Service (Rate Codes 10, 13)	Single-phase: $3.00 per BILL Three-phase: $9.40 per BILL
Heating Service (Rate Codes 21, 23)	Single-phase: $5.80 per BILL Three-phase: $17.25 per BILL Large & Primary: $63.50 per BILL
General Service Demand (Rate Codes 11, 12)	$0.00190 per kWh
Large Light & Power (Rate Codes 15, 16, 18, 27, 28, 31, 32, 37, 38, 39, 41, 42)	$0.00222 per kWh
Large Power Contract (Rate Codes 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 53)	$0.00166 per kWh
Traffic Lighting (Rate Code 24)	$0.23 per BILL
Street Lighting (Rate Code 26)	$1.00 per BILL

NOTE: LES recommends you contact appropriate staff to answer questions and confirm your analysis of the City Dividend for Utility Ownership. Please contact rates@les.com with any questions.

AVAILABLE: Within Lincoln, Nebraska, and the SYSTEM Service Area.

APPLICABLE: To any CUSTOMER taking service from the SYSTEM, unless proper tax exemption certificate is presented.

In the event of the imposition of any new or increased tax or any payment in lieu thereof, in excess of that provided for under Article VIII, Section 12 of the Charter of the City of Lincoln, the rate provided herein may be increased to reflect the amount of such tax or in lieu of tax increase.

NOTE: LES recommends you contact appropriate staff to answer questions and confirm your analysis of the tax clause. Please contact rates@les.com with any questions.