Basic Electric Rates

Course Overview

Understanding the foundational rates charged to customers and how they contribute to the utility’s revenue requirements is an essential role of the utility manager.  Rate-making and financial planning are pivotal to your utility’s success and often navigate complex political landscapes.  Participants will gain a better understanding of the various components for creating rates that will ensure your utilities long-term stability.

Course Topics:

Cost of Service Study

Understanding Your Utilities’ Fixed Cost
Proper Cost Allocation
Long-term Financial Planning

Basic Rate Overview

Understanding Your Power Cost Adjustment (PCA)
Demand
Solar

Wholesale/Retail Cost Structures
Calculating Rates

Course Level: Basic

Length of Course: 4 Hours

Who Should Attend:
Designed for Customer Service Managers, Finance Managers, Billing Managers, and Electric Superintendents

Course Instructor:
Chau Nguyen, ECG

Course Location:
ECG Training Institute
1000 Mahala Drive
Forsyth, GA 31029

Course Pricing: $400.00

Course Date: January 26, 2027
Classes will be held from 10:00-2:00pm
Lunch will be provided

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