Energy Efficiency Programs Sample Clauses

Energy Efficiency Programs. The Parties recognize that cost-effective energy conservation measures are an important means to reduce energy usage and, in conjunction with lower rates, to reduce customers' energy bills. Consistent with the legislative directive at RSA 374-F:3,X that restructuring should include utility-sponsored energy efficiency programs targeting cost-effective opportunities which may otherwise be lost due to market barriers, the Parties understand that the PUC will decide the appropriate level of future funding for energy efficiency, informed by recommendations of the Energy Efficiency Working Group ("EEWG"). PSNH agrees to support increased energy efficiency program budgets in the EEWG and before the PUC, consistent with the System Benefits Charge. Prior to Competition Day, PSNH will spend amounts ordered by the PUC for energy efficiency and DSM programs, as established in Docket No. DR 98-174 (the 1999 PSNH Conservation and Load Management proceeding) and in any subsequent proceeding. If, prior to Competition Day, the PUC has rendered a decision on the recommendations of the EEWG, the Energy Efficiency Program portion of the System Benefits Charge implemented on Competition Day shall reflect the results of that decision. Any changes in the authorized expenditures covered by this paragraph shall be subject to the rate adjustment provisions for public policy changes set forth in Section V(F)(1) of this Agreement.