Work with Rates and Charges
Understand, modify, and interpret the rates and charges used in Signal calculations.
Start here when a calculation requires rate-specific inputs or when you need to interpret how charges are modeled.
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Add utility taxes to calculation requests when tax rates are not modeled from utility rate books.
Identify fixed and variable tier limits and understand how tiered rates are modeled.
Add custom charges to a calculation using rate inputs.
Use forward-looking rates for future cost estimates.
Learn how Signal treats rates as charges or credits.
Learn how formula properties calculate limits, demand values, and other derived inputs.
Model third-party supply charges in deregulated markets using contracted rate inputs.
Related calculation workflows
If you are adding or changing rates as part of a calculation workflow, start with Run Calculations first, then return to these guides for rate-specific behavior.
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