Bickey Rimal is a testifying expert specializing in cost of service and rate design, with extensive expertise in both traditional and advanced rate structures, including dynamic time-based rates, electric vehicle rates, and standby rates. With over 15 years of progressive experience in the energy and environmental sector, he has provided consulting services across the electric, natural gas, water, and wastewater industries.
Mr. Rimal has been involved in projects dealing with all aspects of the regulatory ratemaking process. He has extensively used Concentric’s Excel-based, macro-driven Allocated Class Cost-of-Service (ACCOS) model for various clients, and has modified and updated the model as needed to suit the specific needs of his clients. His work frequently involves financial modeling, statistical and econometric analysis, and regulatory strategy. Proficient in tools such as SPSS and R, and skilled in programming with Visual Basic for Applications (VBA), Mr. Rimal has extensively utilized AMI data to evaluate and design advanced rates for utilities.
Mr. Rimal joined Concentric after earning his Master’s in International Public Affairs, focusing on Energy Policy, from the University of Wisconsin at Madison. Prior to his role at Concentric, Mr. Rimal worked at ICF International, a global energy and environmental consulting firm. There, he contributed to projects involving policy design and implementation, cost-benefit analysis, economic impact analysis, regulatory evaluation, and environmental risk assessment.
M.A., International Public Affairs, University of Wisconsin
B.A., Chemistry, Colgate University
Regulatory Commission of Alaska; Arizona Corporation Commission; Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority; Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission; Maine Public Utilities Commission; Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities; Public Utilities Commission of Nevada; New York State Department of Public Service
