Renewable Portfolio Standard Consultant

The New Hampshire Department of Energy is seeking a consultant to provide analysis and recommendations on the state's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS). The consultant will work with department staff to review and analyze the RPS, including the class requirements and availability of class sources. The scope of work includes conducting a review and analysis of the RPS, providing an analysis of the Class III REC obligation, and working collaboratively with department staff to develop a method for prospectively setting the Class III obligation. The consultant will also be expected to provide reports summarizing the findings on the above-stated matters to allow sufficient time for the department's preparation of the 2025 RPS Review to be submitted to the NH Legislature by November 1, 2025. Some key tasks and deliverables include: • Conducting a review and analysis of the RPS, including the class requirements and availability of class sources • Providing an analysis of the Class III REC obligation and identifying a method for setting the New Hampshire RPS Class III obligation on a prospective basis • Working collaboratively with department staff to develop a method for prospectively setting the Class III obligation • Providing reports summarizing the findings on the above-stated matters