We generally charge by the hour for our consulting services. However, some projects can occasionally be quoted at a fixed price. We often recommend to new clients that they consider this per-project option during an evaluation phase. New clients also use our hourly support when they need immediate assistance.
All Utilities must adjust their rates periodically to balance the revenue with the financial needs of the utility to maintain reliable service. Frequently a basic review of the rate level to reflect the changes in the wholesale power cost, the cost of renewable generation, and the margin requirements of the utility. Cardinal Energy is prepared to evaluate the system changes, and establish the proper rate levels for the utility to maintain its financial strength.
Periodically it is necessary for a utility to carry out a comprehensive review of its rates to determine the proper balance between the different rate classes and to eliminate the irregularities in the rates. It typically is necessary to conduct a Cost of Service study in order to reestablish cost based rates and to eliminate distortions which have crept into the rate structures. It may also be necessary to consider the imposition of time-of-use rates or rates that reflect the seasonal variations in the cost of providing the service.