4. Contributions of Other Parties

Section 1801.3(f) requires an intervenor to avoid participation that unnecessarily duplicates that of similar interests otherwise adequately represented by another party, or participation unnecessary for a fair determination of the proceeding. Section 1802.5, however, allows an intervenor to be eligible for full compensation if its participation materially supplements, complements, or contributes to that of another party if that participation makes a substantial contribution to the Commission order.

Orcutt coordinated its efforts with sources located outside of the local area (Santa Monica and Nipomo), thus, avoiding duplication issues.

After we have determined the scope of a customer's substantial contribution, we then look at whether the compensation request is reasonable.