ARM 38.5.8203. GOALS

(1) The goals of these default supply resource planning and procurement guidelines are to: (a) facilitate a DSU's provision of adequate and reliable default electricity supply services, stably and reasonably priced, at the lowest long-term total cost; (b) promote economic efficiency and environmental responsibility; (c) facilitate a DSU's on-going financial health; (d) facilitate a process through which a DSU identifies and cost-effectively manages and mitigates risks related to its obligation to provide default supply service in a retail choice environment; (e) foster an environment in which meaningful retail customer choice and workable competition can develop, where feasible; and (f) build on the fundamental rate making relationship between the commission and the DSU to advance these goals.