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Alaska Statutes.

Title 42. Public Utilities and Carriers

Chapter 45. Rural and Statewide Energy Programs

Section 130. Cost Minimization.

AS 42.45.130. Cost Minimization.

(a) In order to qualify for power cost equalization, each electric utility shall make every reasonable effort to minimize administrative, operating, and overhead costs, including using the best available technology consistent with sound utility management practices. In reviewing applications for power cost equalization, the commission may require the elimination of unnecessary operating expenses. Each eligible electric utility shall cooperate with appropriate state agencies to implement cost-effective energy conservation measures and to plan for and implement feasible alternatives to diesel generation.

(b) In this section, "energy conservation measures" include weatherization and other insulating methods, utilization of waste heat, appropriate sizing of new generating equipment, and other programs of the state or federal government intended and available for energy conservation.

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