8-Attachment IV – EMWD Renewable Energy Portfolio.pdf

This is a renewable energy portfolio attachment document for the Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD) in California, supporting RFP-JC-3940 for a utility-scale energy generation study. The attachment outlines EMWD's renewable energy objectives and existing energy portfolio composition. The document provides context for the consultant selection process, which seeks a qualified energy consultant to conduct a comprehensive utility-scale energy generation study and evaluate regulations, market opportunities, and power generation strategies. The study will focus on identifying pathways to reduce EMWD's reliance on retail electricity providers by 30%, 60%, and 90%, with recommendations designed to provide long-term benefits to the district and its ratepayers. This attachment serves as supporting documentation for bidders to understand EMWD's current renewable energy status and strategic goals.

The renewable energy portfolio attachment enables prospective consultants to assess EMWD's existing energy infrastructure, renewable generation capacity, and current sustainability initiatives. This information is critical for consultants developing proposals that address realistic reduction targets and identify feasible energy generation alternatives. The document supports the competitive RFP process by establishing the baseline from which the consultant will develop strategies and conduct market analysis. Understanding EMWD's current renewable energy portfolio allows bidders to provide tailored recommendations that align with the district's operational capabilities and financial objectives while advancing California's renewable energy standards and the district's sustainability commitments.