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Section 2105-8.0 - Technical Reference Manual (TRM) Purpose and Updating Process

7 Del. Admin. Code § 2105-8.0

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Current through Reigster Vol. 28, No. 6, December 1, 2024
Section 2105-8.0 - Technical Reference Manual (TRM) Purpose and Updating Process
8.1 The Mid-Atlantic TRM shall serve as the source for deemed gross savings and the associated calculation approaches used in Delaware.
8.2 The Mid-Atlantic TRM is usually completed in the late spring or early summer each year. PAs planning to launch programs the following January 1 or later will use the updated Mid-Atlantic TRM in planning for the subsequent year. PAs launching new programs in advance of January 1 of the subsequent year will use the standing values until the start of their next program year, at which time they will adopt the updates from the Mid-Atlantic TRM for all forward-planning and reporting purposes.
8.3 EEAC Responsibilities for Mid-Atlantic TRM Updates
8.3.1 Participate in the Mid-Atlantic TRM development process.
8.3.2 Lead the various aspects associated with the coordination process to ensure that all necessary information is assembled to inform discussions regarding proposed changes to the TRM.
8.3.3 Obtain opinions from evaluation and program implementation experts as needed to inform modification and other update decisions.
8.3.4 Solicit feedback from other interested parties as part of the updating process.
8.3.5 Develop and document all procedures and policies related to the Mid-Atlantic TRM, its use, update schedule, and application.
8.4 PA Responsibilities for Mid-Atlantic TRM Updates
8.4.1 Develop recommendations for changes and new measures and participate in discussions as appropriate.
8.4.2 Inform the EEAC promptly of the desire for additional and characterization of any new measures to support program design and implementation activities.
8.4.3 Provide feedback and insight into the updating process for the Mid-Atlantic TRM, including direct feedback and findings resulting from EM&V activity in Delaware.
8.4.4 Provide opinions, comments, or responses on the recommended changes provided by others.
8.5 IEC Responsibilities for Mid-Atlantic TRM Updates
8.5.1 Identify appropriate modifications and updates to the EEAC, provide recommendations for new assumptions, and assist in developing Mid-Atlantic TRM updates.

Please Note: Due to the size of the Mid-Atlantic Technical Reference Manual, it is not being published here. The link to the manual is provided below:

Mid-Atlantic TRM May 2018

7 Del. Admin. Code § 2105-8.0

20 DE Reg. 558 (1/1/2017)
22 DE Reg. 514 (12/1/2018) (Final)