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How do you value capacity?In other words, when comparing an as available resource to a firm baseload resource, what is the incremental capacity worth to PG&E?

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How do you value capacity?In other words, when comparing an as available resource to a firm baseload resource, what is the incremental capacity worth to PG&E?

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The capacity value of a baseload resource is determined based on its contribution to PG&E’s Resource Adequacy Requirements (RAR). Relative to baseload, as-available resources are derated based upon the provided generation profile.