Topic:"2023-2026 DSM Plan" in M10473

1.1 APPROVAL OF SETTLEMENT PLAN - E1 requests approval by the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (the "Board" or "NSUARB") of its - Settlement Plan for the term 2023 through 2025 which is attached hereto as Appendix "A." - The Settlement...

AI summary E1 seeks approval of its 2023–2025 Settlement Plan (DSM Plan) by the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board. The plan aims to deliver cost-effective energy efficiency, reduce electricity costs, increase consumer awareness, and support climate initiatives through 412.7 GWh of energy savings and 96.7 MW of demand reductions, with a focus on underserved markets.

10.2 DEMAND RESPONSE SHOULD BE TREATED AS A PERFORMANCE INDICATOR As a new portfolio item that will introduce an additional 17.9 MW of capacity to the grid by the end of 2025, DR will become an important contributor toward the overall 96.7...

AI summary E1 argues that demand response (DR) should be treated as a performance indicator between 2023 and 2025, given its role in contributing to system-peak demand savings under the 2023-2025 DSM Plan and its complementarity with demand reduction activities under the Settlement Plan.

5 6 Figure 4: Other Stakeholder Groups that E1 engaged in the DSM Plan Development

AI summary This section references Figure 4, which outlines other stakeholder groups that E1 engaged with during the development of the DSM Plan. The figure is referenced but not described in detail in the text.

2.3.3.6 PHASE 6 – QUALITY ASSURANCE - All assumptions used in final DSM Plan models undergo further quality assurance to ensure accuracy in all - assumptions and variables used in the DSM Plan modelling process.

AI summary Phase 6 of the process involves quality assurance for all assumptions and variables used in the final DSM Plan models to ensure accuracy in the modelling process.

14 Component Investment Energy Savings Demand Savings Participation Annual Plan22 ($M) (GWh) (MW) (products) (projects) 2023 Total 1.3 1.9 0.6 133 42 2024 Total 1.3 1.9 0.6 133 42 2025 Total 1.4 1.9 0.6 133 42 Target Market banks and commu...

AI summary The 2023-2025 Annual Plan outlines investment and energy savings targets for demand-side management programs. It includes funding, energy savings, demand savings, and participation metrics. The program targets affordable housing providers, offering energy efficiency audits, contractors, and rebates for residential facilities.

7.4.2 OVERVIEW - Other Enabling Strategies for 2023-2025 is comprised of Regulatory Affairs activities, which include the - following activities: - NSUARB processes, such as DSM Plan development and reporting; - DSM Advisory Group initiati...

AI summary This section outlines the activities under Other Enabling Strategies for 2023-2025, including regulatory affairs, DSM Plan development, stakeholder consultation, industry research, and legal work related to regulatory initiatives. Table 62 summarizes the three-year investment and focus areas for this component.

7.4.3.1 DSM PLAN DEVELOPMENT & REPORTING - DSM Plan development and reporting activities are an essential function of E1's Regulatory Affairs Team. - Through its Enabling Strategies, Regulatory Affairs manages all demand side management re...

AI summary The document outlines the development and reporting activities related to the DSM Plan by E1's Regulatory Affairs Team, including the creation of the 2026-2028 DSM Resource Plan, collaboration with NS Power and stakeholders, and submission of various reports and studies to the NSUARB.

A. Energy Efficiency Process Model E1 will use the system wide avoided costs of T&D as calculated by NS Power for the energy efficiency portfolio in the 2023-2025 DSM Plan. The calculated values are an outcome of resolving the remaining it...

AI summary E1 will use the system-wide avoided costs of T&D as calculated by NS Power for the energy efficiency portfolio in the 2023-2025 DSM Plan, extrapolating values using a 2% annual inflation rate from a 2021 snapshot.

be used for all DSM Plan scenarios, whether or not they are identical to a Potential Study scenario. For years beyond the IRP's termination in 2045, E1 assumed the 2045 intensity will remain the same. [Table 6](#page-67-0) below describes...

AI summary The text discusses methodology options for calculating avoided costs of carbon in the 2023-2025 DSM Resource Plan, including scaling factor variants of the Round 1 approach and a 'with TOU adjustments' variant of the DICE method. It mentions stakeholder discussions and a suggestion from Paul Chernick of Resource Insight.

Table 6 Calculation method Savings Intensity Round 1 Model approach used for 2023-2025 DSM Plan • All DSM savings • One average production intensity per year • Future intensities calculated by dividing total emissions by Net System Require...

AI summary Table 6 outlines two calculation methods used for the 2023-2025 DSM Plan. The first method considers all DSM savings with one average production intensity per year, while the second method uses a scaling factor and considers some DSM savings, though the amount is not determined.

Memorandum To: EfficiencyOne From: Guidehouse Date: February 16, 2022 Re: Forecasting DSM Plan Participation Jurisdictional Scan – Findings and Recommendations

AI summary This memorandum from Guidehouse to EfficiencyOne outlines findings and recommendations from a jurisdictional scan on forecasting DSM Plan participation. It provides insights into how different regions approach demand-side management planning and forecasting.

Appendix A Attachment 4: 2023-2025 Settlement Plan Measure-level Energy Efficiency Technical Tables

AI summary This document presents technical tables related to the 2023-2025 Settlement Plan Measure-level Energy Efficiency. It includes detailed data on energy efficiency measures and their implementation.

Appendix B Rate and Bill Impact Analysis of the 2023-2025 DSM Plan

AI summary This document provides a rate and bill impact analysis of the 2023-2025 DSM Plan, focusing on how the plan will affect customer rates and bills over the specified period.

f reference for considering the appropriate balance of these impacts across electricity customers. Two DSM plans have been modelled within this analysis – E1's Settlement 2023-2025 DSM Resource Plan (Settlement Plan) and its Alternate Scen...

AI summary The analysis compares two DSM plans, Settlement 2023-2025 and its Alternate Scenario, evaluating their impacts on electricity customers. It examines the differences between scenarios with and without DSM, focusing on non-participant bill impacts and the affordability of DSM initiatives.

2. SCENARIOS - Two separate models were created for this Plan: a Settlement Plan model and an Alternate Scenario model. - Each model compares two scenarios: a DSM scenario and a no-DSM scenario. The DSM scenario in each - model includes th...

AI summary The document describes two models created for the Plan: a Settlement Plan model and an Alternate Scenario model. Each model compares a DSM scenario, which includes the costs and benefits of planned DSM programs from 2023-2025, with a no-DSM scenario that excludes these costs and benefits.

Custom Incentives Program EfficiencyOne 2021 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report

AI summary This document refers to the 2021 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report, which is related to the Custom Incentives Program EfficiencyOne. It includes a reference to a picture on page 154, but no further details are provided in the text.

2021 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report

AI summary The document is titled '2021 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report,' suggesting it contains an evaluation of a demand-side management (DSM) plan from 2021, likely including appendices with detailed analysis or supporting data.

For most water heating measures, peak demand savings are calculated using the peak demand-toenergy ratios developed by Navigant in the 2016-2018 DSM Plan. These ratios were established for various product categories based on modelled syste...

AI summary The document discusses the calculation of peak demand savings for water heating measures using peak demand-to-energy ratios developed by Navigant for the 2016-2018 DSM Plan. It notes that solar domestic hot water systems provide no peak demand savings during peak periods and recommends using the same ratios for the 2020-2022 DSM cycle.

1 The table below compares E1's Settlement Plan to the Round 3 Preferred Plan. Settlement Plan Preferred Plan Change from Preferred Plan Total DSM Plan Investment ($ million) First Year Savings (GWh) Total DSM Plan Investment ($ million) F...

AI summary The table compares E1's Settlement Plan with the Round 3 Preferred Plan, highlighting differences in investment amounts and energy savings across residential and BNI energy efficiency programs, as well as enabling strategies and demand response initiatives.

Category Description of Target Segment Dedicated Program Components Other Support & Resources Industrial Industrial includes businesses that produce goods within Nova Scotia, such as: Strategic Energy Management & Energy Management Informa...

AI summary The text discusses the proposed 2023-2025 DSM Plan and the changes compared to the previous 2020-2022 DSM Plan. It outlines categories of changes, including additions, removals, and recharacterizations of measures, and references EfficiencyOne's (E1) response and supporting documents for further details.

measures when they no longer provide cost-effective savings, they no longer require support for adoption, or for other strategic advantages to the portfolio. When performing measure characterizations for input into the DSM Plan model, E1 m...

AI summary E1 is refining its approach to measure characterizations in the DSM Plan model, using more granular data to improve accuracy, reflecting changes in programs and greater historical data availability compared to previous plans.

E1 Responses to Investment Property Owners Association of Nova Scotia (IPOANS) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL E1 wishes to note that energy shifting, as described in the question, may be a means of producing winter peak demand savin...

AI summary E1 clarifies that energy shifting reduces winter peak demand but not annual energy use. It supports demand-saving measures via the Custom program, including battery projects, and references the 2019 DSM Plan and 2023-2025 DSM Plan's DR program. Neothermal Energy Storage Inc. is noted as a monitored technology developer.

1 Request IR-05: 4 Response IR-06: 5 6 (a) Please refer to EfficiencyOne's (E1) 2023-2025 DSM Plan Application (page 8 of 8) Appendix 7 C, Section 1.2, Table 6 for the Alternate Scenario rate class spending. 8 9 (b) Please refer to Attachm...

AI summary The document outlines responses to Request IR-05, directing to EfficiencyOne's 2023-2025 DSM Plan Application for details on spending, energy savings, and demand savings for the Municipal Electric Utilities rate class. It also notes that actual spending will be reported annually in E1's Annual Progress Report and mentions that changes would require approval from the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board.

orities 17 as: safety, reliability, affordability, clean energy, and robustness. With regard to the 18 environmental standards considered in the 2020 NS Power IRP, NS Power noted: Date Filed: April 29, 2022 E1 (NSUARB) IR-01 Page 2 of 4 M1...

AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) seeks approval for a supply agreement with NS Power under the 2023-2025 DSM Plan. The proceeding references environmental standards from NS Power's 2020 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) and affordability considerations as key priorities.

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AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) provided responses to the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) regarding the 2023-2025 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan between E1 and NS Power. The document outlines E1's non-confidential replies to regulatory information requests.

rements are reflective 23 of current conditions; while over the longer-term, the results will provide a directional path 24 toward optimal supply side and demand-side options. 1 NS Power website “Powering a Green Nova Scotia, Together” htt...

AI summary E1 aligns the 2023–2025 DSM Plan with the 2020 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP), citing stakeholder input and alignment with Nova Scotia ratepayers' best interests. The response addresses NSUARB information requests regarding the supply agreement with NS Power.

ities between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 [Evidence] 2 Request IR-03: 3 4 Page 8 of 65 of the Application references the “lesson...

AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) responded to the NSUARB's request about pandemic-related adaptations in the 2023-2025 DSM Plan, detailing virtual service delivery methods and new program pilots to offset pandemic impacts on participation and savings targets.

t, a pay-for-performance pilot and additional focus on compressed air management in 25 Custom, and performance-based incentives for large industrial customers in Strategic Energy 26 Management. Date Filed: April 29, 2022 E1 (NSUARB) IR-03...

AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) seeks NSUARB approval for a supply agreement with NS Power under the 2023-2025 DSM Plan, including a pay-for-performance pilot and industrial compressed air management initiatives. The filing date is April 29, 2022, with reference to matter M10473.

ated to reflect the latest 18 guidance from Nova Scotia public health officials. E1 will continue to evaluate and update its Safe 19 Work Practices as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve. Date Filed: April 29, 2022 E1 (NSUARB) IR-03...

AI summary E1 submitted an application for approval of a supply agreement for electricity efficiency and conservation activities with NS Power under the 2023-2025 DSM Plan. The response addresses NSUARB information requests and includes updates to Safe Work Practices aligned with Nova Scotia public health guidance.

between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-04: 2 3 On p. 10 of 65, E1 stated that the proposed energy savings of 412.7 GWh r...

AI summary E1 responds to NSUARB's queries about its 2023-2025 DSM Plan, stating it includes 78.8 MW of peak demand savings and 17.9 MW from demand response. E1 asserts its mandate does not prioritize energy savings over peak demand savings, aligning both with the 2020 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP). The response references NS Power’s 2021 Load Forecast for context.

on 25 for the first time in the 2020 IRP. E1 further submits that the agreement reached between 1 M10109. NS Power 2021 Load Forecast Report. April 30, 2021. Page 9 of 89. Date Filed: April 29, 2022 E1 (NSUARB) IR-04 Page 1 of 2 M10473 – E...

AI summary E1 and NS Power argue that the Settlement Plan allocation between energy and demand savings in the 2023-2025 DSM Plan balances utility and ratepayer interests, aligning with the best interests of ratepayers. The application references prior load forecasts and regulatory proceedings.

(0.025) (0.017) (0.032) 0.006 0.009 0.044 0.036 Year Over Year Actual (0.012) (0.007) 0.007 (0.008) 0.050 0.024 0.032 0.030 0.068 (0.048) 0.006 Date Filed: April 29, 2022 E1 (NSUARB) IR-05 Page 1 of 7 M10473 – EfficiencyOne (E1) Applicatio...

AI summary The document presents tables comparing approved and actual energy efficiency investments and savings from 2015 to 2025, highlighting variances. It is part of E1's application for approval of a supply agreement for the 2023-2025 DSM Plan, with data showing discrepancies between planned and actual outcomes.

s between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL

AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) provided responses to Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) information requests regarding the 2023-2025 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan with Nova Scotia Power. The proceeding involves regulatory processes related to information disclosure and DSM planning.

oduct Rebates in the Business, Non- 23 Profit & Institutional (BNI) sector. These factors influenced the outcome of the unit cost 24 result in 2015 as compared to the approved Plan. 2 Ibid, page 32-33 Date Filed: April 29, 2022 E1 (NSUARB)...

AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) submitted an application for approval of a supply agreement with NS Power under the 2023-2025 DSM Plan, noting factors influencing unit cost results in 2015 compared to the approved plan, including Business, Non-Profit & Institutional (BNI) sector rebate impacts.

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AI summary E1 is responding to information requests from the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) regarding the 2023-2025 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan. The document is part of a regulatory proceeding and contains non-confidential responses.

s between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 was the first year that E1 did not provide rebates on A-Series (LEDs) in response to the 2...

AI summary E1 reported underspending and underachievement in energy savings for 2020 and 2021 due to pandemic impacts and program measure mix deviations, including higher-than-expected costs for year-round products in Residential EPR. Increased incentives in 2021 aimed to boost participation but led to overspending.

siness Energy Rebates 21 etc.). 22 • Lingering impacts caused by the COVID-19 pandemic challenged E1 in meeting its 23 energy savings targets. 8 As per the First Amending Agreement between Nova Scotia Power and E1, and approved by the NSUA...

AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) faced challenges meeting energy savings targets due to lingering pandemic impacts. A deferred $2 million payment from Nova Scotia Power (NS Power) adjusted 2021-2022 investment amounts under the First Amending Agreement, approved by the NSUARB in 2020. The 2023-2025 DSM Plan application (M10473) is referenced.

06 Page 1 of 3 M10473 – EfficiencyOne (E1) Application for Approval of a Supply Agreement for Electricity Efficiency and Conservation Activities between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Nova Scotia Utility and Review Bo...

AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) has submitted an application for approval of a supply agreement with NS Power under the 2023-2025 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan. The document outlines E1's responses to information requests from the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) regarding the proposed agreement.

between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL

AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) provided responses to the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) regarding the 2023-2025 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan between E1 and NS Power. The document outlines E1's non-confidential replies to regulatory information requests.

e for the portfolio is attributable to the introduction of the Residential Behaviour program 26 component in 2023 and its ramp up in 2024 and 2025. This program component has a 27 measure life of one year and is planned to achieve 8.7 GWh...

AI summary The introduction of the Residential Behaviour program in 2023 and its expansion in 2024-2025 significantly increased annual energy savings, reducing the weighted average measure life of the residential portfolio from 10.8 years in 2023 to 7.4 years in 2024 and 7.5 years in 2025, impacting overall portfolio metrics.

between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-07: 2 3 Page 13 of 65 of the Application notes that the 2023-25 DSM plan has appl...

AI summary E1 responds to NSUARB queries about the 2023-2025 DSM Plan, stating innovation initiatives (e.g., beneficial electrification, market transformation) are not yet finalized but will be developed annually. The plan allocates $4.5M over three years ($1.5M annually) for R&D, though no energy or carbon savings are estimated from these initiatives.

R-07 Page 1 of 2 M10473 – EfficiencyOne (E1) Application for Approval of a Supply Agreement for Electricity Efficiency and Conservation Activities between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Nova Scotia Utility and Review...

AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) submitted an application for approval of a supply agreement with NS Power under the 2023-2025 DSM Plan, addressing Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) information requests about potential savings from efficiency and conservation initiatives.

ities between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 [Evidence] 2 Request IR-08: 3 4 Page 13 of 65 of the Application notes that the 2023-2...

AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) outlines changes in its 2023-2025 DSM Plan compared to the 2020-2022 plan, emphasizing increased diversity through new programs like Affordable Single-Family Homes, expanded ENERGY STAR measures, and pay-for-performance services, alongside residential behavior initiatives and demand response components.

Solutions program 24 component; and 25 • inclusion of a new demand response program with multiple pathways under both the 26 residential and BNI program components. 27 Date Filed: April 29, 2022 E1 (NSUARB) IR-08 Page 1 of 1 M10473 – Effic...

AI summary The document outlines E1's application for approval of a supply agreement with NS Power for the 2023-2025 DSM Plan, including a new demand response program under residential and BNI components. Filed April 29, 2022, as part of matter M10473.

between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 efforts. In certain instances, these are more effective drivers of participation than electr...

AI summary E1 explains that non-electric fuel costs and water savings are included in their DSM Plan calculations, but these are considered costs that reduce cost-effectiveness. They argue these factors are not directly used in selecting measures or designing programs.

1 The DSM avoided costs used in the development of the 2023-2025 DSM Plan included for 2 energy efficiency, demand response and the rate and bill impact analysis are provided 3 below in Table 1. 4 5 Table 1: 2023-2025 DSM Plan Avoided Cost...

AI summary The 2023-2025 DSM Plan utilized avoided costs for energy efficiency, demand response, and rate and bill impact analysis. These costs were derived from NS Power's 2020 Integrated Resource Plan and updated with a 2% annual inflation rate for transmission and distribution costs.

1 that are applicable for each of Maine, Massachusetts and Vermont. Information provided 2 in Appendix D includes but is not limited to: 3 i) Authority type (Legislative or Regulatory), primary source references, and year of 4 enactment: 5...

AI summary The text outlines the legislative and regulatory frameworks for energy efficiency programs in Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont, including applicable plans, legal references, and program applicability percentages. It details the scope and mandates of these programs across the three jurisdictions.

ure periods. This is particularly 13 relevant during the 2023-2025 planning period as Nova Scotians face the challenge of 14 climate change and the need for greater levels of DSM. Date Filed: April 29, 2022 E1 (NSUARB) IR-20 Page 2 of 2 M1...

AI summary E1 submitted responses to the NSUARB's information requests regarding the 2023-2025 DSM Plan, including a Settlement Plan that replaced the original Preferred Plan. The response includes tables showing energy savings and investment levels for various planning periods.

between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL

AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) provided responses to the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) regarding the 2023-2025 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan between E1 and NS Power. The document outlines E1's non-confidential replies to regulatory information requests.

between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 [Evidence] 2 Request IR-28: 3 4 On p. 58 or 65, E1 stated: 5 6 Under the Settlement Plan, an...

AI summary E1 provided responses to NSUARB information requests regarding the 2023-2025 DSM Plan, clarifying that the proposed demand response investment in 2023 is $1.5 million, with increases to $3.5 million in 2024 and $5.0 million in 2025.

between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL

AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) provided responses to the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) regarding the 2023-2025 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan between E1 and NS Power. The document outlines E1's non-confidential replies to regulatory information requests.

ies between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL

AI summary The text refers to responses provided by E1 to the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) regarding information requests related to the 2023-2025 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan. This indicates a regulatory process involving DSM planning and stakeholder engagement.

1 Request IR-31: 2 3 Appendix A, page 32 of 149: please describe the modelling quality assurance process in more 4 detail. Within this response, please specially address how this process ensures accuracy in all 5 assumption and variables u...

AI summary The response to Request IR-31 details the quality assurance process used in the DSM Plan modelling, including validation of inputs, segregation of duties, and consistency checks on assumptions and variables.

ies between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL

AI summary The document outlines E1's responses to information requests from the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) related to the 2023-2025 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan. It focuses on the interaction between E1 and NS Power.

M10473 – EfficiencyOne (E1) Application for Approval of a Supply Agreement for Electricity Efficiency and Conservation Activities between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate (SBA) Information Reques...

AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) seeks approval for a supply agreement with NS Power under the 2023-2025 DSM Plan, with E1 responding to the Small Business Advocate's information requests. The document is non-confidential.

on Activities between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate (SBA) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Response IR-01: 2 3 (a) On 22 July 2016, EfficiencyOne (E1) filed a Consensus Agreement with t...

AI summary The document outlines EfficiencyOne's (E1) responses to the Small Business Advocate (SBA) regarding activities between E1 and NS Power under the 2023-2025 DSM Plan. It references a 2016 Consensus Agreement involving multiple stakeholders, establishing DSM Standards to ensure balanced DSM planning, consistency, and alignment with regulatory decisions.

on Activities between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate (SBA) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL

AI summary The document outlines E1's responses to the Small Business Advocate's information requests regarding activities between E1 and NS Power under the 2023-2025 DSM Plan. It highlights interactions related to demand-side management and stakeholder engagement in regulatory proceedings.

1 • diversity of program delivery; 2 • business relationships and maintenance of market presence; 3 • access to programs by all market sectors and rate classes by addressing barriers to 4 participation; and 5 • rate impacts. 6 7 The Balanc...

AI summary The text outlines the Balanced Plan Approach for energy efficiency (EE) programs, emphasizing a 50-50 investment split between residential and BNI (Business, Non-profit & Institutional) sectors. It references the 2015 Dunsky Energy Consulting memorandum and E1's 2016-2018 DSM Resource Plan Application, aligning with design principles for the 2023-2025 DSM Plan.

n 26 objective for scenario development: an investment split for programs of 50% Residential 27 (Res) and 50% BNI. Although this is a design objective, final modelling results may not Date Filed: April 29, 2022 E1 (SBA) IR-01 Page 3 of 6 M...

AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) submitted responses to the Small Business Advocate (SBA) regarding its 2023-2025 DSM Plan, which includes a 50/50 investment split between residential and BNI programs. The application seeks approval for a supply agreement with NS Power, with modeling results potentially diverging from the design objective.

on Activities between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate (SBA) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL

AI summary The document outlines E1's responses to the Small Business Advocate's information requests regarding activities between E1 and NS Power under the 2023-2025 DSM Plan. It highlights interactions related to demand-side management and stakeholder engagement in regulatory proceedings.

1 necessarily align completely, due to E1’s pursuit of balance with the other objectives noted 2 in its response to part (a) and feedback from stakeholders throughout the development 3 process. The Settlement Plan results in an investment...

AI summary E1's Settlement Plan allocates 55% to residential and 45% to BNI programs. During DSM Plan development, E1 proposed scenarios for energy savings modeling, adjusted based on DSMAG feedback, resulting in four energy efficiency scenarios and one demand response scenario.

3A: 1% of Load (Energy Savings equal to 1% of NS Power’s load) 25 4. 4A: Low-DSM (Energy Savings equal to Low-DSM from the 2019 DSM Potential Study) 26 5. Demand Response (DR) 27 Date Filed: April 29, 2022 E1 (SBA) IR-01 Page 4 of 6 M10473...

AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) seeks approval for a supply agreement with NS Power under the 2023-2025 DSM Plan, targeting 1% load reduction and Low-DSM savings from the 2019 study. The application includes Demand Response (DR) initiatives, with responses to Small Business Advocate (SBA) information requests.

on Activities between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate (SBA) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL

AI summary The document outlines E1's responses to the Small Business Advocate's information requests regarding activities between E1 and NS Power under the 2023-2025 DSM Plan. It highlights interactions related to demand-side management and stakeholder engagement in regulatory proceedings.

1 The initial model results and assumptions, including design objectives were shared with the 2 DSMAG on September 29, 2021. As a result of the stakeholder feedback received on the 3 initial model results, E1 modelled four energy efficienc...

AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) modeled multiple DSM scenarios (Mid-DSM, Base-Plus, Base-DSM, Low-DSM, and Demand Response) after stakeholder feedback, leading to the 2023-2025 DSM Resource Plan. E1 emphasized balanced DSM portfolios despite historical shortfalls and used avoided costs from the 2020 IRP Reference Plan for cost-effectiveness testing.

enario 2.0C of the 25 2020 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) Reference Plan. There was no DSM scenario selected 26 which determines the optimal level of DSM or the avoided costs of DSM for the 2020 IRP 27 Scenario 3.1C. Therefore, E1 has not...

AI summary E1 (EfficiencyOne) states it did not select a demand-side management (DSM) scenario for the 2020 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP), preventing cost-effectiveness testing for the 2023-2025 DSM Plan. Responses to SBA requests refer to sections in the DSM Resource Plan but do not provide direct figures on savings or spending percentages.

on Activities between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate (SBA) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL

AI summary The document outlines E1's responses to the Small Business Advocate's information requests regarding activities between E1 and NS Power under the 2023-2025 DSM Plan. It highlights interactions related to demand-side management and stakeholder engagement in regulatory proceedings.

381.0 381.0 EE portfolio includes Residential Sector EE programs, BNI Sector EE programs, and Enabling Strategies 1 2 (b) Please refer to E1’s IR Response in part (a) of this IR. Date Filed: April 29, 2022 E1 (SBA) IR-03 Page 3 of 3 M10473...

AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) references its prior response to the Small Business Advocate (SBA) regarding the 2023-2025 DSM Plan supply agreement with NS Power. The document is part of a regulatory proceeding (M10473) under the NSUARB.

Activities between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate (SBA) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-04: 2 3 Throughout the EfficiencyOne 2023-2025 DSM Resource Plan, EfficiencyOne uses a...

AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) explains its 2% inflation assumption for the 2023-2025 DSM Plan, citing IMF and Bank of Canada data, and commits to maintaining spending within NSUARB-approved levels despite potential inflation changes. A 4% inflation assumption in Figure 6 is also referenced.

R-04 Page 1 of 2 M10473 – EfficiencyOne (E1) Application for Approval of a Supply Agreement for Electricity Efficiency and Conservation Activities between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate (SBA) I...

AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) responds to the Small Business Advocate (SBA) regarding its 2023-2025 DSM Plan, addressing inflation assumptions and expenditure deferral strategies to meet performance targets. E1 cites 4% inflation (2022-2023) tied to post-pandemic pressures and considers deferring costs to achieve goals.

on Activities between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate (SBA) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL

AI summary The document outlines E1's responses to the Small Business Advocate's information requests regarding activities between E1 and NS Power under the 2023-2025 DSM Plan. It highlights interactions related to demand-side management and stakeholder engagement in regulatory proceedings.

ness/efficacy. For example, for 2021, 21 E1 recommended that additional free-ridership surveys be used by the Evaluation 22 Consultant, early in the project, for larger Custom New Construction projects with long 23 execution timeframes. Th...

AI summary E1 recommends using additional free-ridership surveys early in large Custom New Construction projects with long timelines to better capture participants' motivations during decision-making for the Custom program component, as part of the 2023-2025 DSM Plan application.

tion Activities between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate (SBA) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 (c) Please refer to NS Power’s Excel-based Rate Model (Attachment 6, Appendix B of E1’s 2023...

AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) responds to the Small Business Advocate (SBA) by referencing its Excel-based Rate Model and RBIA Model in the 2023-2025 DSM Plan application. The document is part of a regulatory proceeding (M10473) concerning a supply agreement between E1 and NS Power for energy efficiency and conservation activities.

on Activities between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate (SBA) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-08: 2 3 Please refer to the EfficiencyOne 2023-2025 DSM Resource Plan, Section 4.5....

AI summary E1 explains that diversity in program delivery under the 2023-2025 DSM Plan reduces risks of missing performance targets by offsetting market and customer-related uncertainties. This approach was informed by a 2015 Dunsky Energy Consulting memorandum referenced in NSUARB's Balanced Plan Approach.

ndum, and specifically consideration number three, describes how 26 the DSM Plan should consider the minimization of risk through a diverse portfolio and 27 sustained market presence. Date Filed: April 29, 2022 E1 (SBA) IR-08 Page 1 of 4 M...

AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) submitted an application for approval of a supply agreement with NS Power under the 2023-2025 DSM Plan, responding to Small Business Advocate (SBA) information requests. The application emphasizes risk minimization through a diverse portfolio and sustained market presence in the DSM Plan.

on Activities between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate (SBA) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL

AI summary The document outlines E1's responses to the Small Business Advocate's information requests regarding activities between E1 and NS Power under the 2023-2025 DSM Plan. It highlights interactions related to demand-side management and stakeholder engagement in regulatory proceedings.

rkets: Similarly, offering DSM initiatives to a broad range of markets and 22 consumers provides an important hedge against sectoral shifts. For example, with a 23 diversified portfolio, if markets do not respond as anticipated to a strate...

AI summary The text discusses diversifying demand-side management (DSM) initiatives across markets to hedge against sectoral shifts, allowing budget reallocation if initial strategies fail. It references E1's 2023-2025 DSM Plan application with NS Power and responses to SBA's information requests, emphasizing flexibility in program funding.

ctivities between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate (SBA) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL

AI summary The text refers to activities between EfficiencyOne (E1) and Nova Scotia Power (NS Power) regarding the 2023-2025 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan, including E1's responses to information requests from the Small Business Advocate (SBA). It highlights collaboration on DSM initiatives and transparency efforts with stakeholders.

ctivities between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate (SBA) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Response IR-11: 2 3 (a) The requested information is available through examination of the technica...

AI summary E1 provided responses to the Small Business Advocate's information requests regarding the 2023-2025 DSM Plan, including references to technical tables and performance indicators. The key assumptions and design objectives were shared with the DSMAG, and no significant changes were requested during the scenario development phase.

on Activities between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate (SBA) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL

AI summary The document outlines E1's responses to the Small Business Advocate's information requests regarding activities between E1 and NS Power under the 2023-2025 DSM Plan. It highlights interactions related to demand-side management and stakeholder engagement in regulatory proceedings.

on Activities between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate (SBA) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL

AI summary The document outlines E1's responses to the Small Business Advocate's information requests regarding activities between E1 and NS Power under the 2023-2025 DSM Plan. It highlights interactions related to demand-side management and stakeholder engagement in regulatory proceedings.

E1 Responses to Synapse Energy Economics (Synapse) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL [Evidence] Request IR-02: Please refer to p. 13 of the DSM Plan, where E1 states that "Low-income investment is 17-22% of the total energy efficiency...

AI summary E1 explains that it analyzed low-income investment allocation (17-22% of total energy efficiency investment) but not savings. It notes that applying the percentage to savings would require higher investment due to higher unit costs. The Settlement Plan allocates 21% of DSM investment and 9.5% of savings to low-income programs, with references to ACEEE's 2019 report on low-income program funding mechanisms.

- 3 \ Amounts are 0.03 per year for the unmetered (999) rate class, resulting in a rounded total of 0.1. - 5 Please refer to Table 2 below for cost allocation by rate class for each year for the 2023-2025 DSM - 6 Alternate Scenario. This w...

AI summary The text includes references to cost allocation by rate class for the 2023-2025 DSM Plan, as well as an alternate scenario provided in Appendix C of the EfficiencyOne 2023-2025 DSM Plan. It also mentions a rounded total of 0.1 for the unmetered rate class.

(b) If NSPI's proposed increases are accepted as proposed, what are the implications for E1's proposed 2023-2025 DSM Plan? If there are implications, please provide revised Preferred Plan and Alternate Scenario in tabulated format.

AI summary The text asks about the implications of accepting NSPI's proposed rate increases on E1's 2023-2025 DSM Plan, requesting revised Preferred Plan and Alternate Scenario in tabulated format if implications exist.

1 Request IR-1: 2 3 In its recent General Rate Application, NS Power used annual DSM costs of about $39 4 million. The E1 2023-2025 DSM Plan proposes annual expenditures of about $58 million, 5 which is nearly 50% higher. Please explain NS...

AI summary NS Power explains that its initial DSM cost assumptions for the 2022-2024 GRA Test Period were based on the 2020-2022 DSM Plan, and it supports the E1 2023-2025 DSM Plan due to its focus on underserved customers and demand response efforts.

M10473 – EfficiencyOne (E1) Application for Approval of a Supply Agreement for Electricity Efficiency and Conservation Activities between E1 and NS Power (2023‐2025 DSM Plan)

AI summary This document outlines EfficiencyOne's (E1) application for approval of a supply agreement for electricity efficiency and conservation activities between E1 and NS Power under the 2023-2025 DSM Plan.

Econoler Responses to Small Business Advocate (SBA) Information Requests NON‐CONFIDENTIAL - 1 Training of technical staff on evaluation methodology, including the UMP protocols. 2 Many of Econoler staff are certified in International Perfo...

AI summary Econoler highlights staff training in UMP protocols and IPMVP certification, along with quality assurance processes involving senior reviews. These responses address the Small Business Advocate's queries regarding methodology robustness for DSM programs, referenced in M10473 related to the 2023-2025 DSM Plan.

5 The following tables compares the proposed low-income savings for the Settlement 6 Scenario Plan to the compliance plan filing for the 2020 through 2022 DSM portfolio.

AI summary The text compares the proposed low-income savings for the Settlement 6 Scenario Plan with the compliance plan filing for the 2020 through 2022 DSM portfolio.

Economic and Policy Analysis Small Business Utility Alliance – Ontario, CA (June 2021 – Present) ‐ Provided analysis and evidence on Enbridge Gas of Ontario's 2023 through 2027 DSM Plan.

AI summary The document discusses the provision of analysis and evidence on Enbridge Gas of Ontario's 2023 through 2027 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan by the Small Business Utility Alliance – Ontario.

Table 2: Residential Sector Programs: Low-Income Assumptions and Calculations Program Program Component Assumptions Calculation for 2023-2025 DSM Plan assumed to benefit low-Income Nova Scotians Low-income BER expenditures = (total BER in...

AI summary The table outlines low-income assumptions and calculations for residential sector programs under the 2023-2025 DSM Plan. It details how low-income Nova Scotians benefit from programs like BER-MI and BER-IR, with specific percentages of energy and demand savings, as well as expenditures, attributed to low-income participation.

TRCC Call to Action #92 TRCC Call to Action #92 concerns reconciliation with the Business Community. Notably, Call to Action #92 is also rooted in UNDRIP's reconciliation framework and calls for the following: - i. [A commitment] to meanin...

AI summary TRCC Call to Action #92 emphasizes reconciliation with Indigenous communities through meaningful consultation and equitable economic opportunities. It highlights a DSM Plan between NSPI and EfficiencyOne, involving Mi'kmaw communities, as a model for reconciliation aligned with UNDRIP. Chief Terry Paul supports these efforts.

MEU Recommendations in Response to E1's Application for Approval of a Supply Agreement for Electricity Efficiency and Conservation Activities between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) Following the release of the Board's decision in Mat...

AI summary MEUs emphasize supporting cost-effective DSM programs to improve affordability and reduce emissions, while noting their distinct position as wholesale market participants. They express concern over E1's inability to provide DSM participant counts for MEU territories, impacting accurate rate and bill impact analysis.

Evidence of Alice Napoleon and Kenji Takahashi On Behalf of Counsel to Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board On the Topic of EfficiencyOne's 2023–2025 DSM Plan > May 20, 2022

AI summary Alice Napoleon and Kenji Takahashi, on behalf of the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board, presented evidence regarding EfficiencyOne's 2023–2025 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan. The proceeding focuses on evaluating the plan's alignment with regulatory standards and energy efficiency goals.

9 Table 2. Settlement Plan compared to Round 3 Modeling Preferred Plan savings 2023–2025 Summary First-Year Energy Savings (GWh) Lifetime Energy Savings (GWh) Peak Energy Efficiency Demand Savings (MW) Settlement Plan (March 2022) 412.7 4,...

AI summary Table 2 compares the energy savings of the Settlement Plan (March 2022) with the Round 3 Modeling Preferred Plan (Feb 2022), showing a 3% to 4% decrease in first-year, lifetime, and peak energy savings for the Settlement Plan.

13 Total Settlement Plan annual energy savings over the 2023–2025 period are 3 14 percent lower than for the Round 3 Modeling Preferred Plan. Likewise, lifetime 15 savings are 4 percent lower for the Settlement Plan than for the Round 3 16...

AI summary The Settlement Plan for the 2023–2025 period results in lower annual energy savings (3.14 percent), lifetime savings (4 percent), and peak demand savings (4 percent) compared to the Round 3 Modeling Preferred Plan.

June 10, 2022 Crystal Henwood Regulatory Affairs Officer/Clerk Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board 1601 Lower Water Street, 3rd Floor P.O. Box 1692, Unit "M" Halifax, NS B3J 3S3 Dear Ms. Henwood: Re: EfficiencyOne – 2023-2025 Demand Side...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) supports EfficiencyOne's 2023-2025 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan application (M10473), which includes a $173 million investment targeting 412.7 GWh energy savings and 96.7 MW demand savings. The plan emphasizes low-income and Indigenous program support, GHG reduction, and alignment with 2030 energy targets. NS Power acknowledges intervenor feedback but reaffirms backing for the Settlement Plan.

1. Avoided Costs The CA's consultant, Theodore Love, makes the following recommendation on the issue of avoided costs: I support the recommendations of David Hill and further recommend that, if the Board approves a plan, E1 should work wit...

AI summary The CA's consultant, Theodore Love, recommends updating avoided costs to align with current legislation and the Integrated Resource Plan (IRP), involving stakeholder processes. NS Power will collaborate with E1 and DMSAG for future DSM plans, ensuring alignment with updated costs and IRP scenarios.

4.1 RESEARCH INITIATIVES The 2023-2025 DSM Plan increases investment in development and research specifically targeting innovation, pilots and emerging technologies. E1 has initiated and continues to develop an innovation process for consi...

AI summary The 2023-2025 DSM Plan emphasizes increased investment in innovation, pilots, and emerging technologies. E1 is developing an innovation process for research initiatives, as directed by the Board to ensure prudent use of ratepayer funds. E1 commits to preparing and documenting detailed plans for research initiatives and discussing them with the DSM Advisory Group prior to implementation.

4.11 SUPPLY AGREEMENT - The final executed Supply Agreement giving effect to the 2023-2025 DSM Plan as approved by the Board is - filed herewith.

AI summary The final executed Supply Agreement implementing the 2023-2025 DSM Plan, as approved by the Board, is filed with the document.

- 3 E1 conducted stakeholder engagement on the 2023-2025 DSM Plan with a variety of other external 4 stakeholder groups, illustrated in [Figure 4,](#page-40-2) below. - 5 - 6 Figure 4: Other Stakeholder Groups that E1 engaged in the DSM Pl...

AI summary E1 conducted stakeholder engagement on the 2023-2025 DSM Plan with various external stakeholder groups, as illustrated in Figure 4.

2.3.3.6 PHASE 6 – QUALITY ASSURANCE - All assumptions used in final DSM Plan models undergo further quality assurance to ensure accuracy in all - assumptions and variables used in the DSM Plan modelling process.

AI summary Phase 6 of the process involves quality assurance for all assumptions and variables used in the final DSM Plan models to ensure accuracy.

11 Component Investment Energy Savings Demand Savings Participation Continuing to build on the prescriptive rebate stream, introduced in the 2020-2022 DSM Plan, to help address barriers to participation for property owners with smaller (e....

AI summary The document discusses enhancements to the prescriptive rebate stream under the 2023-2025 DSM Plan, focusing on improving heating system efficiency in affordable housing through rebates for heat pumps and water heaters.

Performance Targets consist of: - Cumulative annual energy savings; - Cumulative annual system-peak demand savings; Performance targets are at the portfolio (i.e. DSM Plan) level. The cumulative annual system-peak demand savings Performanc...

AI summary Performance targets include cumulative annual energy and system-peak demand savings, with specific exclusions for demand response savings from new or available demand capacity. Targets are set at the DSM Plan level and apply to specific programs such as Affordable Single-family Homes and Mi'kmaw Home Energy Efficiency Project.

ISSUE The purpose of the avoided costs discussion with the Demand Side Management Advisory Group (DSMAG) was to achieve the following deliverable as described in the DSMAG Terms of Reference: " Developing a methodology and process for ensu...

AI summary The discussion with the Demand Side Management Advisory Group (DSMAG) aimed to develop a methodology for regularly updating avoided costs information for DSM planning in Nova Scotia. The objectives included defining avoided costs, establishing estimation methodologies, determining update timing, and finalizing values for the 2023-2025 DSM Plan. Although the original timeline has passed, the goal remains to resolve outstanding issues promptly.

DSM PLANNING MODELS THAT USE AVOIDED COST INPUTS - A. Energy Efficiency Process Model: The following five categories of avoided costs will be used to calculate the benefits of the energy efficiency portfolio for the 2023-2025 DSM Plan and...

AI summary The document outlines the use of avoided cost inputs in three planning models for the 2023-2025 DSM Plan. These models include the Energy Efficiency Process Model, the Demand Response DRSim Model, and the Rate and Bill Impact Analysis (RBIA), each using different categories of avoided costs to calculate benefits and perform cost-effectiveness testing.

be used for all DSM Plan scenarios, whether or not they are identical to a Potential Study scenario. For years beyond the IRP's termination in 2045, E1 assumed the 2045 intensity will remain the same. Table 6 below describes the methodolog...

AI summary The text discusses methodology options for calculating avoided costs of carbon in the 2023-2025 DSM Resource Plan, including scaling factors and adjustments to the DICE method. It references stakeholder discussions and suggestions from Paul Chernick of Resource Insight.

Table 6 Calculation method Savings Intensity Round 1 Model approach used for 2023-2025 DSM Plan • All DSM savings • One average production intensity per year • Future intensities calculated by dividing total emissions by Net System Require...

AI summary Table 6 outlines two calculation methods used for the 2023-2025 DSM Plan. The first method includes all DSM savings and uses an average production intensity per year. The second method applies a scaling factor, resulting in some DSM savings (amount not determined) and maintaining the same intensity calculation.

Memorandum To: EfficiencyOne From: Guidehouse Date: February 16, 2022 Re: Forecasting DSM Plan Participation Jurisdictional Scan – Findings and Recommendations

AI summary This memorandum from Guidehouse to EfficiencyOne outlines findings and recommendations from a forecasting jurisdictional scan related to the DSM Plan. It provides insights into potential participation and implementation challenges across different regions.

2 2.1.2 OTHER EXTERNAL STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT - 3 E1 conducted stakeholder engagement on the 2023-2025 DSM Plan with a variety of other external 4 stakeholder groups, illustrated in [Figure 4,](#page-91-2) below. - 6 Figure 4: Other Stakeh...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power (E1) engaged with various external stakeholder groups in the development of the 2023-2025 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan, as illustrated in Figure 4.

14 Component Investment Energy Savings Demand Savings Participation Enhancements in 2023-2025 Continuing to build on the prescriptive rebate stream, introduced in the 2020-2022 DSM Plan, to help address barriers to participation for proper...

AI summary The 2023-2025 DSM Plan enhances the prescriptive rebate stream introduced in the 2020-2022 DSM Plan, aiming to address participation barriers for property owners with smaller buildings. It includes new rebate opportunities for heat pumps, particularly mini-splits and heat pump water heaters, to improve heating efficiency in affordable housing.

- 3 Table 47: 2023-2025 Custom Incentives Performance Indicators Year Investment First-Year Energy Savings Lifetime Energy Savings Peak Demand Savings esource st (TRC)ª gram strator st (PAC) b Participation (projects) c Participation (part...

AI summary Table 47 outlines the performance indicators for custom incentives from 2023 to 2025, including investment, energy savings, peak demand savings, and costs. The data shows a steady increase in investment and energy savings over the three-year period, with consistent unit costs and participation metrics.

53 The 2024 Payment Schedule will be revised to credit NSPI for any amounts owing to 54 NSPI related to underspend from the 2020-2022 DSM Plan.

AI summary The 2024 Payment Schedule will be revised to credit Nova Scotia Power Inc. for any amounts owed related to underspend from the 2020-2022 DSM Plan.

53 The 2024 Payment Schedule will be revised to credit NSPI for any amounts owing to 54 NSPI related to underspend from the 2020-2022 DSM Plan.

AI summary The 2024 Payment Schedule will be revised to credit NSPI for any amounts owing related to underspend from the 2020-2022 DSM Plan.

- 14 Executed and delivered this 4th day of October 2022. EfficiencyOne Nova Scotia Power Incorporated Stephen MacDonald 5826B8AAD710425 Ву: Name: Stephen MacDonald Name: Title: CEO Title: 1 SCHEDULE "A" to CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENT 2 3 4...

AI summary This document is a compliance filing related to EfficiencyOne's 2023-2025 DSM Plan, executed on October 4, 2022, between EfficiencyOne and Nova Scotia Power Incorporated. It includes a confidentiality agreement and an undertaking by Judith Ferguson.

2 2.1.2 OTHER EXTERNAL STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT - 3 E1 conducted stakeholder engagement on the 2023-2025 DSM Plan with a variety of other external 4 stakeholder groups, illustrated in [Figure 4,](#page-62-2) below. - 6 Figure 4: Other Stakeh...

AI summary E1 conducted stakeholder engagement on the 2023-2025 DSM Plan with various external groups, as illustrated in Figure 4. The engagement involved multiple stakeholders beyond those previously mentioned.

Business, Non-Profit & Institutional (BNI) Energy Efficiency (EE) Programs Low-Income Participation e 35.2 42.8 36.5 384 6.5 1.0 0.7 1.2 0.8

AI summary The table provides an overview of investment and savings under the BNI Energy Efficiency Programs for the 2023-2025 Settlement Plan, with figures indicating participation rates and associated metrics.

ic Characteristic Characteristic Characteristic Characteristic Characteristic Characteristic Characteristic Characteristic Characteristic Characteristic Characteristic Characteristic Characteristic Characteristic Characteristic Characteris...

AI summary The document presents a table outlining the 2023 Settlement Plan, detailing investment amounts, lifetime benefits, energy savings, and other metrics by program component. It includes columns for investment, benefits, energy savings, and cost-related data.

11 Component Investment Energy Savings Demand Savings Participation Continuing to build on the prescriptive rebate stream, introduced in the 2020-2022 DSM Plan, to help address barriers to participation for property owners with smaller (e....

AI summary The document outlines enhancements to the prescriptive rebate stream under the 2020-2022 DSM Plan, aimed at addressing participation barriers for property owners with smaller buildings. It also introduces new rebate opportunities for heat pumps and heat pump water heaters to improve heating system efficiency in affordable housing.

7.2.2 OVERVIEW - Seven in ten residents and businesses say that it is important for them to reduce their use of energy, while - four in ten still feel they need help understanding how to achieve energy savings[40](#page-171-3) , highlighti...

AI summary Seven in ten residents and businesses in Nova Scotia value reducing energy use, but four in ten need help understanding how to achieve energy savings. This highlights an opportunity for Enabling Strategies activities in the 2023 to 2025 Plan period, which will build on E1's experience and incorporate feedback from Nova Scotians, including non-participants.

James R. Gogan Direct Dial: (902) 563-5920 E-Mail: [email protected] February 28, 2022 File No. 41736-149 Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board 3rd Floor, 1601 Lower Water Street Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 3S3 Attention: Crystal Henwood,...

AI summary EfficiencyOne requests an extension to file its 2023-2025 DSM Plan Application from February 28 to March 4, 2022, to allow continued stakeholder discussions. The Breton Law Group, representing EfficiencyOne, seeks the Board's consent for the delay, citing alignment-building consultations with stakeholders.

EfficiencyOne - DSM Plan 2023-2025 The Board understands that E1 has been developing its application for the upcoming 2023-2025 DSM Plan filing, which included active engagement with participants in the DSM Advisory Group. The Board also u...

AI summary The Board acknowledges EfficiencyOne's (E1) engagement with the DSM Advisory Group for the 2023-2025 DSM Plan and references Section 79J and 79L of the Public Utilities Act. It warns against repeating the delays of the 2016 DSM proceeding (M06733) and expects NS Power to file alternative plans if no joint agreement is reached. The Board anticipates E1's filing by February 28, 2022, and will set a hearing timeline.

James R. Gogan Direct Dial: (902) 563-5920 E-Mail: [email protected] March 4, 2022 File No. 41736-149 Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board 3rd Floor, 1601 Lower Water Street Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 3S3 Attention: Crystal Henwood, Reg...

AI summary EfficiencyOne requests an extension to March 14, 2022, to finalize updates to its 2023-2025 DSM Plan modelling, following alignment with stakeholders including NS Power. The Board previously approved an initial extension to March 4, 2022, after EOne sought to limit contentious issues in the application.

omplete this remodeling is one week. Accordingly, E1 is requesting that the filing date for the 2023 – 2025 DSM Plan Application be extended to March 14, 2022 to allow for the completion of this work. In light of the level of agreement rea...

AI summary EOne requests an extension to March 14, 2022, for filing the 2023–2025 DSM Plan Application, citing time needed for remodeling. They propose a paper process with potential oral hearing if requested, supported by NS Power, Consumer Advocate, Small Business Advocate, and Industrial Group representatives to reduce regulatory burden.

n is approved by the Board; - (b) Describe the EECA that the franchise holder will provide to NSPI; and - (c) Identify the amount that NS Power will pay to the franchise holder for the supply of EECA. Included in the Plan is funding for a...

AI summary The 2023-2025 DSM Plan includes a Demand Response initiative adding 17.9 MW of capacity by 2025, contributing to 96.7 MW of peak demand savings. EfficiencyOne collaborates with NS Power and stakeholders via the DSMAG, proposing DR as a Performance Indicator. The Plan targets 412.7 GWh energy savings with $173M investment, enhancing existing programs and removing participation barriers.

March 11, 2022 Crystal Henwood Regulatory Affairs Officer/Clerk Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board 1601 Lower Water Street, 3rd Floor P.O. Box 1692, Unit "M" Halifax, NS B3J 3S3 Dear Ms. Henwood: Re: EfficiencyOne – Demand Side Managemen...

AI summary NS Power supports EfficiencyOne's 2023-2025 DSM Plan, highlighting $173M in investments focused on low-income and First Nations programs. The plan aligns with GHG reduction goals and energy efficiency targets, with NS Power requesting a paper process for approval unless an oral hearing is requested.

March 28, 2022 Sent Via Email: Ms. Crystal Henwood RegulatoryAffairs/ Clerk of the Board Nova Scotia Utility Review Board1 601 Lower Water Street, 3rdFloor Halifax, NS, B3J 3S3 Dear Ms. Henwood: Re: M10473-EfficiencyOne (E1) –Application f...

AI summary EfficiencyOne seeks approval for a supply agreement with Nova Scotia Power Inc. and a 2023-2025 DSM Resource Plan. The Ecology Action Centre (EAC) requests intervenor status to address energy efficiency and demand-side management issues, citing its mandate to promote equitable electricity access and past intervenor participation.

Request IR-8: Page 13 of 65 of the Application notes that the 2023-25 DSM plan has applied as design objective of increased diversity of energy and demand savings. Please describe this increased diversity compared to E1's 2020-22 DSM Resou...

AI summary The document requests a description of the increased diversity of energy and demand savings in E1's 2023-25 DSM plan compared to the 2020-22 DSM Resource plan, focusing on the design objective outlined in Page 13 of 65 of the Application.

___________________________________ 1 2 Request IR-1: Please refer to p. 10 of the DSM Plan Application, regarding the alignment of the Settlement Plan with the IRP Reference Plan. 3 4 a. Why isn't E1 proposing a plan with investment level...

AI summary The text presents a series of questions regarding the alignment of the Settlement Plan with the IRP Reference Plan and the investment levels proposed by E1 in the DSM Plan. It also inquires about E1's plans for electrification and coordination with the DSMAG during the DSM Plan's term.

in the 2023-2025 Plan? Which programs are designed to achieve early replacement? If E1 1 2 proposes to change the emphasis on early retirement from the 2020-2022 programs, please describe how. 3 4 5 Request IR-13: Please refer to Appendix...

AI summary The text includes several requests related to the 2023-2025 Plan, including changes to early retirement programs, corrections to benefit-cost ratios, Affordable Housing Agreements, and details on energy use feedback mechanisms. It also asks for samples and implementation processes.

2 (a) What are the cost implications of the proposed increase in DSM costs, 3 DSM allocation and recovery? Please explain and provide supporting 4 workpapers. 5 (b) If NSPI's proposed increases are accepted as proposed, what are the 6 impl...

AI summary The text requests an analysis of the cost implications of proposed increases in DSM costs and allocation, as well as the impact on E1's 2023-2025 DSM Plan if the increases are accepted. It also asks for revised plans and scenarios in tabulated format.

30 1 2 (a) Please restate the 2023-2025 Plan, using the most current Statistics Canada data for Low-Income classification, i.e. 12.1%? 13 14 Reference: EfficiencyOne 2023-2025 DSM Resource Plan Filing, Appendix A - 2023-2025 DSM Plan, 7. E...

AI summary The text includes requests for the restatement of the 2023-2025 DSM Plan using updated Statistics Canada data for Low-Income classification, clarification on Enabling Strategies and cost allocation, and the provision of cost allocation tables for various scenarios. It also asks about E1's current thinking on credit levels for Direct Load Control.