What is it?

Designed for customers falling under the WP-3 or Cp-U tariffs/rate description willing to reduce electricity use during peak demand times or emergencies. This program offers lower electricity rates in exchange for the customer's ability to interrupt service upon request.

Qualifications:

• Must be an UPPCO customer.
• Must fall under the WP-3 or Cp-U tariffs/rate description.

Benefits:

• Reduced electricity costs through lower rates. This varies depending if the company falls under the WP-3 or Cp-U tariffs.
• Option to manage interruptible loads across multiple facilities for billing and compliance purposes (requires separate service agreement).

Customer Responsibilities:

• Signing a minimum 5-year contract with termination notice at least 2 years before the end.
• Annually nominating maximum interruptible demand (with options to decrease over time).
• Reducing power consumption by the agreed-upon amount during interruptions (failure to comply may result in penalties).
• Paying for interrupted service based on market prices and any additional fees.
• Submitting to audits verifying compliance with interruption requirements.

Interruption Types:

• Emergency interruptions: Implemented to safeguard system reliability.
• Economic interruptions: Occur when market electricity prices exceed a predetermined threshold.

Notification for Interruptions:

• The company strives to provide as much notice as possible (typically at least 1 hour) before interruptions.
• Economic interruptions may have same-day notification.

Additional Details:

• Customers can utilize generators to reduce firm demand but must notify the company.
• Customers can participate in a market bid process to set a maximum price for real-time market interruptions.
•  Customers facing complete business closure can cease service without penalty.