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Given the importance of commodity price forecasts to IRP results, has Dominion Energy considered using an additional third party forecast or incorporating an alternative forecast as a sensitivity?
In addition to a base case forecast, the IRP includes sensitivities and alternative assumptions that are intended to capture a range of potential outcomes and viewpoints. Dominion Energy also reviews and considers additional perspectives, including forecasts developed by regulatory staff or provided by intervenors, as part of the broader IRP review process.
At this time, Dominion Energy has not incorporated multiple third party commodity forecasts side by side within the same IRP portfolios. While doing so could add complexity without clear incremental insight, the Company continues to monitor industry practices and may reassess its approach if warranted in the future.