ZEVAC reduces emissions in NYC.
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Q. What period does this testimony cover?
A. The Panel will present the projects and programs planned for the 12-month period ending December 31, 2023 (“Rate Year” or “RY1”); the following 12-month period ending December 31, 2024 (“RY2”); and the following 12-month period ending December 31, 2025 (“RY3”).
Q. Does the Company propose any additional investments that will reduce methane emissions?
A. Yes. The Company is introducing a new Methane Capture Technology program, which will procure and deploy Zero Emissions Vacuum (“ZEVAC”) units to construction crews. Currently, certain construction activities release natural gas to the atmosphere. The ZEVAC unit can be used to mitigate methane emissions on larger volume pipe replacements for pipes operating at greater than or equal to medium pressure (15 psig MAOP). The ZEVAC units pump the gas out of the isolated pipe segment being replaced and into the portion of pipe remaining in service. The Company plans for full deployment by the end of 2026. The Company is projecting the following expenditure for this program: $1 million in each of RY1, RY2 and RY3.