Biofuel Renewable Auction Mechanism (BioRAM) RFO
Southern California Edison is procuring renewable power from biomass feedstock derived from forest waste and dead-tree removal across California; the utility aims to secure 20 MW through the BioRAM auction mechanism, with no ceiling on procurement volume. This procurement stems directly from California's 2015 forest emergency declaration and CPUC mandate to convert wildfire-risk biomass into utility-scale power generation. Bidders submit facility specifications and pricing through SCE's auction platform with results finalized by the stated closing date.
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The BioRAM program is in response to California Governor Jerry Brown's October 30, 2015 Proclamation of a State of Emergency due to dead and dying trees throughout California forests. The CPUC issued Resolution E-4770 on March 17, 2016, initiating the BioRAM program. This resolution directs state utilities to procure at least 50 megawatts (MW) statewide, with 20 MW from Southern California Edison. The BioRAM program is an extension of the RAM process, modified to meet the needs of the CPUC Resolution. A notable modification from RAM is that the BioRAM program does not place a cap on the amount of MW procured. Note: The BioRAM 2 RFO has been cancelled as SCE has procured its MW need through the 1st BioRAM solicitation.
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