SD-7: Environmental Stewardship Policy Refinement Discussion Part 3. Public Information Committee Report November 13, 2018

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1 SD-7: Environmental Stewardship Policy Refinement Discussion Part 3 Public Information Committee Report November 13, 2018

2 CEO Governance exists in order to translate the wishes of an organization s owners into organizational performance. - John Carver Owners Wishes Board Staff Relevant Results Refinement Process: Strategic Directives SD-7 BOARD BOARD CHAIR PRES & CEO COMMITTEE BOARD Step 1 Request policy clarifications; identify potential changes; agree on course of action - Refinements y/n - Education - No action required Step 2 Confirms the Standing Committee responsible for the policy refinement Step 3 Assigns SMT to policy refinement as appropriate; approves initial drafts for Board committee review and comment Steps 4-5 Reviews, revises and finalizes refinements to present to Board. Committee Chair Committee Steps 6-8 Provides feedback on draft; concur readiness for public posting; approve final committee recommendation via Board vote. Refinement Discussion 7/24/17 In-Committee Public Information Committee discussion & recommendation development April September 2018 Board review/decision 9/11/18; 10/9/18 Public Comment 9/13-11/4/18 Vote To be determined Today s Discussion Questions Clarity Brevity Accountability Is there any feedback that would warrant further changes to the policies or any additional actions? Are you ready to move the recommendation to Board for a vote?

3 Draft Policy for Public Information Committee Review and Discussion (redline version as of 11/13/18)

4 Social Media Campaign Facebook 5+7 Posts Reactions Clicks 8+15 Shares Twitter 5+7 Posts Engagement 7+33 Media Engagement 4+9 Likes 2+4 Retweets Post clicks 10/11/18: OPPD's Board of Directors meeting has concluded. Here is a recap of the meeting including the move to DECON for decommissioning at FCS, and the extension for feedback for SD 7, Environmental Stewardship. 10/13/18: We re looking for feedback again on the Environmental Stewardship strategic directive. After reviewing your comments, we have modified the proposed changes. Comments can be submitted through Nov. 4th. 10/17/18: OPPD would like your opinion on how we measure our environmental stewardship. This strategic directive will help shape our renewable and carbon intensity goals. Please submit your comments by Nov /21/18: We want your input on SD 7, environmental stewardship. We listened to your comments and have added wording around renewable goals. Please review the new documents and submit your comments by Nov /26/18: You input is requested. We listened to your comments regarding the SD 7, environmental stewardship, and have added language around renewable goals. Please review the new documents and submit your comments by Nov /30/18: Time is running out to submit your feedback on SD 7, environmental stewardship. Please review the revised documents and give us your comments before Nov. 4th. 11/4/18: Today is the last day to comment on SD 7, environmental stewardship. We took your comments and added proposed renewable goals in addition to the carbon intensity. Review the revised documents and submit your comments before the end of the today.

5 Media (since 10/9/18) 2 Media Contacts 8 Articles

6 Public Comment Through October 8, 2018 Received and reviewed 48 comments in direct request for input to SD-7 Received and reviewed 169 comments prior to September 13, 2018, Board meeting times) Received and reviewed fifteen comments from October 3, 2018, Commercial and Industrial customers response to What s the most important thing OPPD can do for you? October 9 November 4, 2018 Received and reviewed 49 comments in direct request for input to SD-7 v 2.0

7 General Themes/Considerations Establish a vision for 100% renewable energy/carbon-free future; keep renewable energy sales target. Include reduction targets for other air pollutants such as nitrogen oxide (NOx), sulfur dioxide (SO2), mercury (Hg) and carbon dioxide (CO2). Include annual total (metric tons) carbon emissions. Reliability and resiliency are important considerations. Energy sources should provide certainty and flexibility. Balance of affordability, reliability and sustainability is important.

8 OMAHA PUBLIC POWER DISTRICT Board Policy Policy Name: DRAFT POLICY Environmental Stewardship Category: Policy No.: Monitoring Method: Frequency: Strategic Direction SD-7 Public Information Committee Board Report Annually Date of Approval: October 15, 2015 Resolution No: 6082 Managing its interactions with the environment is essential to OPPD s ability to serve customers, create value for stakeholders and contribute to the well-being of its employees and communities it serves. OPPD is committed to operate in an environmentally responsible manner and to strive for the continuous improvement of its environmental performance. Therefore, OPPD shall: Conduct its business in a manner that, at a minimum, meets all environmental regulatory standards. Demonstrate accountability and transparency by measuring and reporting its environmental performance in support of applicable regulatory standards. Pursue a long term goal of 20% reduction in carbon intensity from 2010 through 2030 as measured by the Climate Registry Electric Power Sector Protocol. Strive toward a long-term goal of at least 50% of retail energy sales supplied from renewable energy sources. Develop and deliver innovative energy products, programs and services that help customers achieve their environmental goals. Participate and provide leadership in the development of national, state, and regional environmental policies and initiatives that support OPPD s mission. Manage internal operations to promote the efficient use of resources and minimize environmental impact.

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