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This Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) outlines a strategic roadmap for the Commonwealth Utilities Corporation (CUC) to guide its energy strategy over the next 20 years. The plan focuses on optimizing energy resources, minimizing costs, and increasing sustainability and system reliability. A primary goal is to achieve a minimum of 40% renewable energy penetration by 2030, transitioning to a more efficient and sustainable power supply portfolio, primarily through the integration of large-scale solar PV and battery energy storage systems.

This Citizen-Centric Report details the Commonwealth Utilities Corporation's (CUC) strategic direction for providing reliable, efficient, and environmentally sensitive power, water, and wastewater services to the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI). The report emphasizes ongoing infrastructure and technology enhancements, strong partnerships, and a commitment to innovation, resilience, and exceptional customer service. Key strategic pillars include modernizing administration through cybersecurity and workforce development, improving power generation capacity and diversifying with renewable energy, strengthening power transmission and distribution systems for enhanced resiliency, and upgrading water and wastewater infrastructure to improve efficiency and reduce non-revenue water. The plan aims to drive sustainable progress and ensure the safety of employees and the community.

The report discusses the financial performance and activities of the Commonwealth Utilities Corporation (CUC) for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2013, with comparisons to prior fiscal years. Key topics include total assets, liabilities, operating revenues, and expenses. The report also covers capital assets, contributions, federal awards, and debt. It highlights CUC's accomplishments in the Power Division and the Water & Wastewater Division, as well as improvements in customer service, accounting, and administration. The report concludes with a summary and outlook for fiscal year 2014, addressing challenges such as past-due accounts and the need for reinvestment in the utility.