E-1Application
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red for EfficiencyOne, January 2022. 1 Figure 1: In 2021, Nova Scotians Paid $1.5 Billion for Electricity. Here's How That Money Was Used. 2 3 It is this historical success and commitment to deliver cost-effective energy efficiency to Nova...
AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) proposes a 2023-2025 DSM Plan as a 'Settlement Plan,' emphasizing cost-effective energy efficiency, alignment with Nova Scotia Power's 2020 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP), and addressing updated environmental goals. The plan aims to realign DSM spending within three years while ensuring affordability and meeting climate objectives.
3.1 SUMMARY - The Settlement Plan represents a comprehensive suite of programs and service offerings which will - deliver approximately 412.7 GWh of affordable, incremental net energy savings and 96.7 MW (78.8 MW - from energy efficiency a...
AI summary The Settlement Plan delivers 412.7 GWh of energy savings and 96.7 MW of demand reduction, aligning with the 2020 IRP's DSM spending levels. It proposes a $173M investment (vs. $188M in the IRP) over 2023-2025, with a lifetime unit cost of $0.035/kWh. Past DSM programs have already saved ratepayers $1.5B.
4. BALANCED PLAN APPROACH - E1 has determined that 412.7 GWh in energy savings and 96.7 MW of demand savings (78.8 MW from - energy efficiency and 17.9 MW from demand response) for 2023-2025 provide the best value to Nova - Scotians. E1 ha...
AI summary E1 proposes a balanced DSM portfolio with 412.7 GWh energy savings and 96.7 MW demand savings through 2025, emphasizing low-income investment (17-22%), residential-to-BNI investment splits, and innovation. The approach aligns with the Standardized Filing Framework and prioritizes affordability, diversity, and accessibility in program delivery.
5. AVOIDED COSTS In calculating the benefits and cost effectiveness of the energy efficiency portfolio, E1 incorporated the avoided costs of energy, capacity, transmission, distribution and carbon. E1 used the avoided costs of capacity and...
AI summary E1 calculates avoided costs for energy efficiency programs using NS Power's 2020 IRP and historical data. E1 argues that Scenario 3.1C from the 2020 IRP is more appropriate for assessing the Settlement Plan due to its alignment with coal plant retirement timelines, the Environmental Goals and Climate Change Reduction Act, and renewable energy standards.
7.1.1 THE BEST INTERESTS OF THE RATEPAYER - THE BEST INTERESTS OF RATEPAYERS INCLUDES BOTH SHORT- AND LONG- - TERM AFFORDABILITY - A Settlement Plan that balances short- and long-term affordability is in the best interests of ratepayers. -...
AI summary The best interests of ratepayers include both short- and long-term affordability. The NSUARB emphasizes that a balanced approach is necessary, as focusing solely on short-term costs may neglect long-term savings from well-implemented DSM programs. This is supported by past decisions and subsections of the Public Utilities Act.
BALANCING SHORT- AND LONG-TERM AFFORDABILITY The Settlement Plan seeks to maximize value for ratepayers by balancing short- and long-term affordability. This is accomplished through a DSM Plan that incorporates the needs and best interests...
AI summary The Settlement Plan aims to balance short- and long-term affordability for ratepayers by emphasizing the cost-effectiveness of Demand Side Management (DSM) over fuel alternatives. DSM is shown to be significantly cheaper than fuel, leading to substantial fuel savings. The plan aligns with legislative requirements and considers the best interests of customers.
9.1 DSM ACCESSIBILITY AND PARTICIPATION BARRIERS - The 2020-2022 DSM Plan identified numerous ways in which certain markets and communities in Nova Scotia are impeded from accessing and participating in DSM programs, from both a Residentia...
AI summary The 2020-2022 DSM Plan identified barriers to DSM program participation in Nova Scotia, including affordability, lack of information, and resource constraints. These barriers affect both residential and BNI sectors, with specific challenges such as up-front costs, internal competition for capital, and payback periods.
14. CONCLUSION - The Settlement Plan has been developed utilizing the historical knowledge and expertise of E1 in the best - interests of Nova Scotia ratepayers. The Plan incorporates the accumulated market knowledge and - intelligence col...
AI summary The Settlement Plan, developed by E1, aims to generate energy savings and system-peak demand reductions through a $173 million investment. It aligns with climate initiatives and provides affordable demand-side management measures for Nova Scotia ratepayers.
1 Table 1: Residential Sector Barriers to Participation & Mitigating Strategies Program Program Component Description Target Market Segment Market and/or Participant Barriers and How they are Addressed in the Settlement Plan EFFICIENT PROD...
AI summary Table 1 outlines barriers to participation in the Efficient Product Rebates program and strategies to mitigate them. Key barriers include affordability, accessibility, lack of information, and lack of trust, with solutions such as financial incentives, flexible booking options, delivery agent management, and marketing efforts by EfficiencyOne.
NEW RESIDENTIAL New Home Construction For those building a new home: access to technical expertise and financial incentives for installing energy efficient upgrades during design and early construction phases. Nova Scotia residents and bui...
AI summary The New Residential program in Nova Scotia provides financial incentives and technical support for energy-efficient upgrades during new home construction. It addresses affordability and information gaps by offering tools, guides, and collaboration with builders to ensure energy efficiency does not increase purchase costs.
1. INTRODUCTION EfficiencyOne's (E1) 2023-2025 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan (Settlement Plan) represents a meaningful and ambitious level of energy efficiency and greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reductions at a time when the cl...
AI summary EfficiencyOne's 2023-2025 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan aims to deliver cost-effective energy efficiency and demand response initiatives to support the transition to a cleaner electricity system. The plan aligns with federal and provincial net zero goals and builds on E1's 12-year history of successful DSM programs, resulting in significant annual savings and emissions reductions.
1.2.1 OVERVIEW The Settlement Plan delivers demand side resources to Nova Scotia ratepayers in support of achieving NS Power's long-term electricity strategy as provided in the IRP. The Settlement Plan offers a portfolio of DSM services th...
AI summary The Settlement Plan provides demand side management (DSM) services to Nova Scotia ratepayers as part of NS Power's long-term electricity strategy. It focuses on cost-effectiveness, accessibility, and affordability, with a shift toward peak demand reduction and capacity-focused initiatives like demand response. The plan aims to lower energy costs, support the local economy, and improve grid flexibility.
1.2.2 OBJECTIVES OF THE 2023-2025 DSM RESOURCE PLAN - There are three main objectives of the Settlement Plan: - 1. deliver cost-effective demand side resources that support the successful implementation of a long- term electricity strategy...
AI summary The 2023-2025 DSM Resource Plan aims to deliver cost-effective demand side resources, ensure equitable access to services, and conduct transparent planning that incorporates stakeholder input and supports climate and affordability goals.
17 Table 17: Summary of Benefits – Efficient Product Rebates (Residential) Participant Industry Benefits Environmental Strategic DSM Portfolio Benefits Benefits Benefits • utility bill savings and improved home comfort • improved access an...
AI summary Table 17 outlines the benefits of the Efficient Product Rebates (Residential) program, focusing on utility bill savings, environmental impact reduction, and strategic alignment with provincial and federal energy efficiency goals. It highlights improvements in home comfort, increased retailer sales, reduced GHG emissions, and support for adoption of energy codes and standards.
23 Table 19: Three-Year Summary of the Instant Savings Program Component Annual Plan Investment ($M) Energy Savings (GWh) Demand Savings (MW) Participation (products) Target Market manufacturers and distributors. Residential customers that...
AI summary The Instant Savings Program aims to promote energy efficiency by partnering with retailers and providing product incentives. Key barriers to participation include affordability, awareness, accessibility, and lack of information. The program targets residential customers through retail channels and includes partnerships with major retailers such as Costco and Home Depot.
14 Component Investment Energy Savings Demand Savings Participation Market Barriers • Affordability: lack of financial resources to cover upfront costs (product/equipment, installation, energy assessments). • Awareness: lack of information...
AI summary The document discusses market barriers to energy efficiency, including affordability, awareness, resource limitations, and split incentives, particularly affecting low-income and non-profit housing. Key components include energy audits and project management support for energy efficiency upgrades in affordable multi-family housing.
10 Table 27: Three-Year Summary of the Green Heat Program Component Annual Plan Investment ($M) Energy Savings (GWh) Demand Savings (MW) Participation (products) 2023 Total 2.2 3.6 2.7 3,406 2024 Total 2.2 3.6 2.7 3,408 2025 Total 2.2 3.6...
AI summary Table 27 summarizes the Green Heat Program Component over three years, showing consistent investment, energy savings, and participation. The program targets residential property owners in Nova Scotia and promotes energy-efficient heating technologies, addressing barriers like affordability and awareness.
7 Table 28: Three-Year Summary of the Home Energy Assessment Program Component Investment Energy Savings Demand Savings Participation Market Barriers • installation, energy assessments). • • have upgrades completed. • • upgrades, energy sa...
AI summary The Home Energy Assessment Program Component addresses market barriers such as affordability, awareness, and uncertainty that hinder participation in energy efficiency upgrades. Key issues include lack of financial resources, limited knowledge about energy-efficient technologies, and short decision periods for equipment replacement.
13 Table 50: Three-Year Summary of the Small Business Energy Solutions Program Component Annual Plan Investment ($M) Energy Savings (GWh) Demand Savings (MW) Participation (products) Market Barriers • • • can be a barrier to program partic...
AI summary The table outlines the Small Business Energy Solutions Program Component, highlighting market barriers such as affordability, awareness, and resource availability, and key components aimed at helping small businesses adopt energy efficiency measures and reduce demand.
10. CONCLUSION - The Settlement Plan is responsive to the climate emergency and helps advance recent environmental goals - preparing for the future. The Settlement Plan positions E1 to achieve levels of DSM in the future and is a - transit...
AI summary The Settlement Plan addresses the climate emergency, increases energy efficiency targets, expands accessibility and equity programs, and is cost-effective with significant lifetime benefits to ratepayers. It reflects stakeholder input and is in the best interest of ratepayers, supporting growth in energy efficiency and demand response.
- EfficiencyOne (E1) considers affordability in the development of the Settlement Plan, both short- and long- - term. Payback graphs for E1's Settlement Plan for all rate classes are provided in the figures below. For all - figures, the fo...
AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) considers affordability in the development of the Settlement Plan, including short- and long-term payback graphs for residential rate classes. The figures include footnotes explaining the components of DSM investments and avoided costs, as well as the PV calculation using NS Power's WACC.
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.
PROTECTION OF PROPERTY 10 7. - EfficiencyOne shall take all commercially reasonable steps to protect the property of NSPI's customers and other third parties from damage which may occur as the result of the performance of the EECA. 11 7.1...
AI summary EfficiencyOne is required to protect the property of NSPI's customers and third parties during the performance of the EECA. In the event of damage, EfficiencyOne must cover the costs and indemnify NSPI, except in cases where NSPI is negligent or responsible by law.
ive obligations under this Agreement for EECA provided up to the date of termination. Any claim for payment by EfficiencyOne must be asserted within thirty (30) days from the date of such termination.
AI summary This section outlines the obligations under the agreement for EECA up to the date of termination, and specifies that any claim for payment by EfficiencyOne must be asserted within 30 days from termination.
E-22021 DSM Evaluation Reports
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9.1.5 LED Lamp Prices [Figure](#page-160-1) 17 below illustrates the evolution in the unit price (before rebate) of eligible LED lamps sold through Instant Savings. Program component data for 2019, 2020 and 2021 are available only for non-...
AI summary The text discusses the evolution of LED lamp prices through the Instant Savings program, noting a slow rise in average prices for non-A-type lamps since 2019, with a significant increase in 2021. It also references Nova Scotia's inflation rate and provides data sources for the information.
Table 9: 2021 ARet Secondary Market Impact Calculation per Small Refrigerator Transfer Scenario Proportion (a) Would-be Acquirer Finds an Alternative Unit Proportion (b) Alternative Type Proportion (c) Total Proportion (a b c) Scenario Ene...
AI summary This text presents tables calculating the secondary market impact of appliance retirement (ARet) for small refrigerators and freezers in 2021, based on energy consumption values derived from full-sized appliances. The calculations consider different scenarios of acquirer behavior and alternative unit types.
D8. If the discount had NOT been offered, when would you have purchased the LEDs that you purchased today? Would it have been…? Length of Time Before Purchasing LEDs 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 Sample Size 94 152 40 53 35 Earlier - 1% - 2% -...
AI summary The question explores the impact of discounts on LED bulb purchases, with respondents indicating that a significant percentage would have purchased LEDs on the same day or later without the discount. The data spans from 2017 to 2021 and includes responses about purchase timing based on discount awareness.
Data Accuracy [Table](#page-37-0) 1 lists all the parameters required for the HEA evaluation. The Evaluator validated whether the data contained in the tracking sheet submitted by EOne were accurate based on previous evaluation results as...
AI summary The document discusses the validation of data accuracy in the HEA evaluation process, focusing on the parameters listed in Table 1 and the actions taken by the Evaluator to adjust data as needed based on previous results and completeness.
Data Completeness and Accuracy Table 1 lists all the parameters required for the AMH evaluation. The Evaluator validated whether the data contained in the tracking sheet submitted by EOne were accurate based on previous evaluation results...
AI summary This section discusses the validation of data completeness and accuracy in the AMH evaluation process. The Evaluator assessed data from EOne's tracking sheet against previous results and took actions to obtain or adjust data where necessary.
Table 1: Instant Rebates End-users D7. Efficiency Nova Scotia offered a rebate for the purchase of efficient lighting products. If your organization had not received the rebate and the cost for [PRODUCT] had been about $[REBATE AVERAGE VAL...
AI summary The table discusses instant rebates for efficient lighting products offered by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It includes questions about whether organizations would have paid the full cost without the rebate, factors influencing purchase decisions, and cross-influence metrics related to energy efficiency programs.
5 RETROFIT PARTICIPANT PERSPECTIVES As part of the Retrofit project file reviews and follow-up interviews with participants, respondents commented on their experience and satisfaction with the service. A total of 16 of the 26 participants...
AI summary Respondents in the Retrofit project expressed high satisfaction with the service, with an average rating of 8.4 on a 10-point scale. Key reasons for satisfaction included ease of application, smooth participation, and incentives that improved energy efficiency. However, some participants were dissatisfied due to low incentive amounts relative to investment. Suggestions for improvement included increasing incentives, clarifying eligibility criteria, and reducing processing times.
E-12E1(NSUARB) RIR-1 to RIR-41
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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.
1 “At its core, the IRP outlines our commitment to supporting provincial decarbonization 2 and providing a clean, reliable energy system at the lowest cost to customers—in both 3 the near and long term.” (emphasis added) 1 4 5 (d) In the d...
AI summary The Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) emphasizes decarbonization, affordability, and reliability. NS Power's 2020 IRP incorporates stakeholder priorities like safety and clean energy, with E1 highlighting the reliability of near-term modelling over long-term projections. The IRP will be updated through an evergreen process to align with evolving standards.
Residual Suggested ID # Original finding Original Finding Description Status Remaining gaps Recommendations risk level timeframe 3.1 Access controls While EfficiencyOne has developed various Remediated + While EfficiencyOne has EfficiencyO...
AI summary EfficiencyOne has implemented logical access controls, but there are inconsistencies, especially with third-party IT providers, leading to a high risk. The original recommendations have been addressed, but further action is needed to align with the rate of access and permissions reviews.
rporate data warehouse with access to PI corporate data through an embedded Excel macro. warehouse Management response N/A Residual Suggested ID # Original finding Original Finding Description Status Remaining gaps Recommendations risk lev...
AI summary This chunk discusses a finding related to the redaction of social insurance numbers in EfficiencyOne's corporate data warehouse. The concern is that the current method does not fully render the numbers irrecoverable, although physical security safeguards are in place for paper forms.
right-sized heating equipment that lowers a customer’s net energy use. Date Filed: April 29, 2022 NSUARB IR-17, Attachment 3, Page 29 of 343 D.P.U. 21-120 through D.P.U. 21-129 Page 16 achievement of these goals will be based entirely on m...
AI summary The Department of Energy and Environmental Regulation (DOER) emphasizes the importance of customer participation in achieving energy efficiency and GHG reduction goals through the Mass Save programs. It oversees Program Administrators to ensure cost-effective implementation and prioritizes affordability, equity, and GHG reductions in the review of Three-Year Plans.
Order. In our review of a Three-Year Plan, the Department examines the costs and bill impacts of the proposed programs from both a participant and non-participant perspective to ensure customers experience bill reductions from the energy e...
AI summary The Department of Public Utilities assesses the cost and bill impacts of energy efficiency programs from both participant and non-participant perspectives to ensure affordability and equity, particularly for low-income residents, while balancing short-term bill impacts with long-term benefits. It also emphasizes the importance of ensuring the cost of electricity remains affordable as electrification efforts expand.
Page 84 2016-2018 Three-Year Plans Order, at 25-27; 2013-2015 Three-Year Plans Order, at 37-40. In addition, the Department considers whether the proposed programs prioritize safety, reliability, security, affordability, equity, and the GH...
AI summary The text discusses the evaluation criteria for Three-Year Plans, including safety, reliability, affordability, equity, and GHG limits. It references legal frameworks such as the Energy Act of 2018 and the Green Communities Act, emphasizing the inclusion of strategic electrification in energy efficiency programs to achieve cost-effective GHG reductions.
-Comm 12-18). The Green Communities Act states that strategic electrification may increase electricity consumption, but stipulates that such efforts must be designed to result in cost-effective reductions in GHG emissions while minimizing...
AI summary The Green Communities Act emphasizes strategic electrification's potential to increase electricity consumption but requires cost-effective GHG emission reductions and minimized ratepayer bill impacts. Program Administrators must prioritize safety, reliability, affordability, and equity in delivering electrification efforts. Weatherization is highlighted as a foundational measure to reduce energy use and prepare buildings for electrification.
NSUARB IR-17, Attachment 3, Page 232 of 343 D.P.U. 21-120 through D.P.U. 21-129 Page 219 5. Bill Impacts The Department must consider customer bill impacts when approving the use of ratepayer funds for energy efficiency programs. D.P.U. 08...
AI summary The Department must evaluate customer bill impacts when approving energy efficiency programs, balancing short-term costs with long-term benefits. This includes considering affordability and equity under General Laws, and assessing the reasonableness of increased budgets due to new programs and statutory requirements.
tribution rates (excluding the fixed customer charge) and 14 percent of residential electric distribution rates (excluding the fixed customer charge) (see, e.g., Exh. NG-Gas-6, at 12). $60 million of the $2.1 billion total electric budget)...
AI summary The text discusses the distribution rates and budget allocations, referencing specific exhibits and regulatory filings. It highlights the need to consider energy bill impacts on customers, especially during the pandemic and rising energy costs, while acknowledging the long-term benefits of efficiency programs, including GHG reductions.
rovide total benefits of approximately $9.0 billion over the lifetime of the efficiency measures installed (Exh. DPU-Comm 8-1). Significantly, many of these benefits are derived from GHG emissions reductions. In particular, the energy effi...
AI summary The document highlights the significant benefits of energy efficiency programs, including $9 billion in total benefits over the lifetime of installed measures and annual CO2e emissions reductions of over 845,000 metric tons by 2030. The Department acknowledges the bill impacts but finds them reasonable, while implementing measures to mitigate these impacts on ratepayers.
ate the underlying premise supporting the Department’s earlier adoption of revenue decoupling for electric distribution companies. The Energy Act of 2018 allows Program Administrators to include strategic electrification measures that redu...
AI summary The text discusses the shift in policy regarding energy efficiency programs, emphasizing the role of Program Administrators in reducing GHG emissions through strategic electrification. It references the Energy Act of 2018 and the Climate Act, highlighting the importance of energy efficiency and the Mass Save program in lowering costs and emissions.
method. The Department’s precedent regarding costs shared between or among related entities often involves the same costs at issue in the Compact’s filings: apportioning rent and insurance when operating out of a single facility, employees...
AI summary The text discusses the Department's precedent for allocating shared costs among related entities, citing examples such as rent, insurance, and overhead. It references past cases and rulings from the Department of Public Utilities (D.P.U.) and highlights the importance of cost-effective and nondiscriminatory allocation methods, as seen in cases involving Aquarion Water Company and Oxford Water Company.
.7 37.1 32.0 30.8 30.3 34.0 34.1 28.4 36.0 45.6 Variance 0.4 (6.5) (11.6) (7.0) (2.4) (3.7) (0.9) 0.1 (6.0) 1.4 4.6 Date Filed: April 29, 2022 E1 (NSUARB) IR-20 Page 1 of 2 M10473 – EfficiencyOne (E1) Application for Approval of a Supply A...
AI summary E1 acknowledges the NSUARB's requirement to consider affordability in DSM plan approvals and emphasizes the importance of aligning DSM investments with the IRP. E1 also highlights the opportunity for ratepayers to benefit from unrealized energy savings through future investments, particularly in light of climate change challenges.
E-13E1(SBA) RIR-1 to RIR-26
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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-01: 2 3 Please refer to the Efficiency 2023-2025 DSM Resource Plan, Page 19 of 65,...
AI summary The Small Business Advocate (SBA) questions EfficiencyOne's (E1) cost-effectiveness criteria for the 2023-2025 DSM Plan, discrepancies in investment splits between residential and BNI programs, potential benefits of increased BNI investment, and the impact of using IRP Scenario 3.1C instead of 2.0C on investment decisions.
1 bill impacts associated with the proposed DSM investment only. The forward looking rate 2 and bill impact analysis associated with a DSM Plan Application compares the impacts of 3 the proposed DSM investment to a scenario where there is...
AI summary The analysis compares DSM investment scenarios, highlighting the Mid-DSM scenario's $517.2M net benefits but noting short-term affordability challenges. The Settlement Plan, while less beneficial in net terms, balances stakeholder alignment, cost-effectiveness, and affordability considerations.
fordability, as well as net benefits. 20 21 Please refer to the table below with a summary of the benefits of each of the five scenarios 22 modelled and the first-year energy savings. Date Filed: April 29, 2022 E1 (SBA) IR-03 Page 2 of 3 M...
AI summary The document references a matter (M10473) involving EfficiencyOne's (E1) application for a supply agreement with NS Power under the 2023-2025 DSM Plan. It highlights affordability and net benefits, with a table summarizing energy savings across five scenarios. E1 responds to the Small Business Advocate's (SBA) information requests.
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.
ivities between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate (SBA) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-07: 2 3 Please refer to the EfficiencyOne 2023-2025 DSM Resource Plan, Page 45, Lines 4-5...
AI summary E1's Rate and Bill Impact Analysis (RBIA) claims DSM generates true bill savings for all ratepayers, but non-participants face modest increases due to DSM cost recovery. E1 states no other resource options besides energy efficiency and demand response were considered in the analysis.
Activities between E1 and NS Power (2023-2025 DSM Plan) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate (SBA) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 [Evidence] 2 Request IR-22: 3 4 Please explain why Figure 4 on page 40 of 65 of the EfficiencyOne...
AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) responds to the Small Business Advocate (SBA) regarding the relevance of Figure 4 in the 2023-2025 DSM Resource Plan to the proposed Settlement Plan. E1 argues that the low DSM investment of 2.3% compared to other expenses has minimal impact on NS Power’s overall expenditures, supporting affordability considerations.
E-14E1(Synapse) RIR-1 to RIR-37
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Factors Preventing Upgrades The cost and being able to afford upgrades emerges by far as the biggest factor preventing Nova Scotians from pursuing energy efficiency upgrades. The largest factor preventing households from pursuing energy ef...
AI summary The primary factor preventing Nova Scotians from pursuing energy efficiency upgrades is the cost and affordability of upgrades, cited by 49% of residents. Renting or not owning property is another factor, mentioned by 5% of residents. Cost concerns are more prevalent in Cape Breton and among oil and heat pump users, while HRM residents and those using propane, natural gas, or electricity are less concerned about costs.
18. LIENS AND CLAIMS 18.1 EfficiencyOne shall indemnify and hold harmless NSPI, NSPI's parent and their subsidiaries and affiliates (collectively the "Lien Indemnitees" or singularly "Lien Indemnitee") and defend each of them from and agai...
AI summary Section 18 outlines the responsibilities of EfficiencyOne regarding liens and claims against NSPI and its affiliates. EfficiencyOne is required to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless NSPI from losses related to liens or claims arising from subcontractors or other parties involved in the EECA. NSPI may offset costs against payments due to EfficiencyOne if liens are not promptly discharged.
1. INTRODUCTION 1 2 3 4 5 The 2016-2018 Demand-Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan has been developed based on ENS's growing experience and history in delivering successful DSM programs and services to Nova Scotians. As part ofthe process,...
AI summary The 2016-2018 Demand-Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan is developed by ENS with input from consulting firms, aiming to provide a comprehensive suite of programs and services for Nova Scotia electricity users. The Plan balances affordability, rate impacts, and long-term planning, and complies with the UARB's 2015 Decision. It outlines investment amounts and revised targets for achieving energy and demand savings.
2. DEFAULT/PREPAYMENT a) Should the Applicant be in default under the terms of the Agreement, Efficiency Nova Scotia shall have the right to declare any direct incentives received by the Applicant be repaid with interest from the date of d...
AI summary The document outlines the conditions for default and prepayment under the Agreement, specifying that Efficiency Nova Scotia may require repayment of direct incentives with interest if the Applicant defaults. The interest rate is tied to the prime rate at the time of loan approval, and the Applicant must notify tenants within 30 days of default notification.
8. MAINTENANCE - (a) The Applicant shall be responsible for ensuring that the units are maintained to a minimum level of health and safety. - (b) Any contactor(s) hired by the Applicant will install at the property set out herein the energ...
AI summary The maintenance section outlines the Applicant's responsibility for ensuring the health and safety of units, contractor obligations for installing energy construction measures, and the responsibility for associated costs such as sales tax, disposal, and recycling.
\ Please see "Appendix A – Rental Rates: Year 1" to verify unit affordability and Tier. □ I am coordinating funding with Housing Nova Scotia and/or CMHC and have enclosed a copy of the applicable documentation to support alternative rental...
AI summary The text refers to coordination with Housing Nova Scotia and CMHC to support alternative rental rates, with a reference to Appendix A for verifying unit affordability and Tier.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF the said parties hereto have caused these presents to be signed on the day and year first above-mentioned. Authorized Signature / / DD/MM/YYYY Name (first, last) Witness Name (first, last) Business Name Witness Signature...
AI summary The document provides a table of 2022 maximum rental rates in Nova Scotia, divided into three tiers based on geographic regions and including different utility inclusions. It outlines maximum allowable charges for various rental units, including bachelor, 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom, 3 bedroom, and 4+ bedroom units, with specific rates for each tier and utility inclusion.
Appendix A: 2022 Maximum Rental Rates in Year One Tier 1: HRM, Wolf fville, and the Town of Anti gonish Includes No Utilities Includes Heat Only Includes Heat & Electricity Bachelor $741 $781 $814 1 Bedroom $837 $881 $919 2 Bedroom $1,047...
AI summary Appendix A outlines the 2022 maximum rental rates for different housing types and regions in Nova Scotia, categorized by the utilities included. The rates vary by location and the type of utilities provided, with specific caps for rooming houses.
Category Assessment Investigation Total Available Study Funding Small Consumer $1,000 $3,000 $4,000 Large Consumer $2,000 $6,000 $8,000 Where:
AI summary The document presents a table outlining funding categories for studies, including small and large consumer assessments, investigations, and total available study funding amounts.
E-19Evidence - AEC
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EVIDENCE AFFORDABLE ENERGY COALITION (AEC) This is a Statement of the Affordable Energy Coalition (AEC) in relation to the Application by EfficiencyOne ("E1") for Board approval of a Supply Agreement for Electricity Efficiency and Conserva...
AI summary The Affordable Energy Coalition (AEC) submits testimony on EfficiencyOne's (E1) proposed Supply Agreement with NS Power and a 2023-2025 DSM Resource Plan, emphasizing energy poverty in Nova Scotia and advocating for increased low-income energy efficiency investments. The AEC highlights the need for universal electricity access and outlines program elements to address affordability gaps.
Executive Summary The Affordable Energy Coalition strongly supports the proposed Agreement and in particular the increased investment in low income programs. This increased investment remains below the level that national estimates of ener...
AI summary The Affordable Energy Coalition supports the proposed Agreement's increased investment in low-income programs, though notes it remains below national energy poverty estimates. They argue efficiency measures like insulation and heat pumps can reduce costs and GHGs simultaneously, endorsing the Agreement's approval.
The Context We are in the midst of a historic transformation of our electricity system primarily driven by the need to decarbonize the system. Nova Scotia's electricity system has one of the highest levels of carbon in the country for hist...
AI summary Nova Scotia's electricity system faces high carbon emissions and rates due to historical reliance on fossil fuels. Decarbonization through efficiency and renewables is critical, though it increases costs. Energy poverty is exacerbated by high rates and low incomes, requiring targeted efficiency programs to protect vulnerable customers.
Proposed level of expenditure on low income programs We support the increased percent of program funding directed at low income programs to 21% of the total or $36 Million over the 3 year Agreement for an average of $12 Million/year. Some...
AI summary The proposal advocates increasing low-income program funding to 21% ($36M over three years), citing evidence from Brian Gifford (AEC Chair) and Efficiency Canada that energy poverty affects moderate-income households similarly to low-income ones. Adjusted statistics suggest 26% of households (105,000) face energy poverty, supporting the 21% funding level as a minimum.
Proposed Low Income Program elements The Affordable Energy Coalition vigorously supports the proposed low income programs in the application submitted by EfficiencyOne and endorsed by Nova Scotia Power. Low income households and many moder...
AI summary The Affordable Energy Coalition supports EfficiencyOne's and NS Power's low-income programs, emphasizing no-cost, turn-key solutions. They highlight HomeWarming's success in saving $500/year for 17,000 households and advocate for 50% energy savings targets. The coalition also supports expanding Mi'kmaw programming and ensuring equity in the zero-carbon transition.
Summary of AEC position In summary, the Affordable Energy Coalition fully supports approval of the Agreement as proposed, especially the increased investment in low income programs. APPENDIX: Evidence regarding Level of Investment – see at...
AI summary The Affordable Energy Coalition (AEC) supports approval of the Agreement, emphasizing increased investment in low-income programs to enhance affordability and access to energy services for vulnerable populations.
E-19-(i)Appendix A - Evidence of Brian Gifford re Energy Poverty
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Q: Please state your name and business A: I am Brian Gifford and I am testifying on behalf of the Affordable Energy Coalition, a coalition of Nova Scotia organizations and individuals working to ensure universal access to electricity servi...
AI summary Brian Gifford testifies on behalf of the Affordable Energy Coalition, which advocates for universal access to electricity services regardless of income in Nova Scotia.
Q: Please state your education and experience A: I have an MBA from Dalhousie and have worked in a variety of positions in non profit organizations including 3 years as the manager of Gloucester Non Profit Housing Corporation. In my volunt...
AI summary The respondent holds an MBA from Dalhousie and has extensive experience in non-profit housing and energy affordability initiatives. They chaired the Affordable Energy Coalition, participated in advisory groups, and authored a report on energy poverty in Nova Scotia using Statistics Canada data.
Q: What is the purpose of your testimony? A: To present evidence regarding the prevalence of energy poverty in Nova Scotia.
AI summary The testimony aims to present evidence on the prevalence of energy poverty in Nova Scotia, highlighting its implications for affordability and policy. EfficiencyOne (E1) emphasizes the need for regulatory attention to address this issue.
Q: Please provide a summary of your findings and conclusions. A: Efficiency Canada has published a report stating that 37% of households in Nova Scotia experience energy poverty. 1 This means they are paying over 6% of After Tax income on...
AI summary Efficiency Canada's 2021 report highlights that 37% of Nova Scotia households face energy poverty, paying over 6% of after-tax income on energy, ranking third highest in Canada. This includes 26.2% of households with incomes ≤$60,000, affecting modest-income families unable to afford retrofits.
Q: What evidence does Efficiency Canada provide about the extent of energy poverty in Canada and Nova Scotia? A: Efficiency Canada's national reports on Efficiency Programs across Canada since 2019 have quoted a figure of 37% of Nova Scoti...
AI summary Efficiency Canada cites 37% of Nova Scotia households (147,085) experiencing energy poverty, defined as spending over 6% of after-tax income on home energy. Research by Maryam Rezaie highlights that seniors and renters are disproportionately affected, with renters often facing indirect energy cost impacts through rent. Homeowners in larger dwellings also face significant energy expenditure burdens.
Q: Is there any other evidence that Nova Scotia's rate of energy poverty is this high? A : Yes - the Town of Bridgewater's Energy Poverty Reduction Program concluded 38% of households in that community experience or are at risk of energy p...
AI summary The Town of Bridgewater's survey found 38% of households face energy poverty, using a broader definition including transportation costs. Anecdotal evidence from HomeWarming outreach highlights affordability barriers for seniors, despite low income cutoffs. This supports Nova Scotia's high energy poverty rate.
TABLE 6: Nova Scotia households spending above 6 % of After Tax income on home energy at different incomes Households that pay above 6% of Households that pay above 6% of income, Households that pay above Cumulative Cumulative households t...
AI summary The table shows the number of Nova Scotia households spending above 6% of their after-tax income on home energy at different income levels. It highlights that lower-income households are more likely to spend a higher percentage of their income on energy costs.
E-20Direct Evidence of Theodore Love, on behalf of CA
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1 Q. PLEASE PROVIDE A SUMMARY OF YOUR TESTIMONY AND FINDINGS. - 2 A. I provide a review of the historical performance of EfficiencyOne's DSM portfolio, - 3 followed by a summary of the proposed scenarios for 2023 through 2025 along with my...
AI summary The testimony reviews EfficiencyOne's historical DSM performance, evaluates 2023-2025 scenarios, and recommends adoption of specific options. It addresses affordability, low-income targets, program design, and avoided costs, concluding with final recommendations.
6 IV. AFFORDABILITY
AI summary Section IV of the document addresses affordability, likely discussing measures and considerations related to ensuring energy affordability for customers in Nova Scotia. Key themes may include cost recovery, rate design, and financial mechanisms to support low-income households or specific programs.
7 Q. HOW HAS THE BOARD ADDRESSED AFFORDABILITY CONCERNS 8 RELATED TO DSM INVESTMENT IN THE PAST? - 9 A. The Board has clearly recognized that there are two perspectives to take on affordability: 10 a short-term perspective and a long-term...
AI summary The Board emphasizes balancing short-term affordability with long-term benefits of DSM investments, citing the 2016-18 Plan Decision. It argues that focusing solely on immediate costs risks denying customers long-term savings from energy efficiency.
21 Q. HOW WILL THE INCREASED DSM SPENDING FROM THE SETTLEMENT 22 PLAN AFFECT AFFORDABILITY? 23 A. The Rate and Bill Impact Analysis (RBIA) provided by EfficiencyOne shows that short 24 term rate impacts for residential customers are on the...
AI summary The RBIA from EfficiencyOne indicates short-term residential rate increases of 3.5%-4.5% (2023-2025) from increased DSM spending, but long-term benefits offset this. Energy efficiency measures last ~11 years, reducing future rate impacts. Long-term (2039) average annual rate impact is 0.78%, below the 2020-2022 plan's 0.80%. Customer savings average -1% (negative bill impacts), with broader customer reach from the Settlement Plan.
9 Q. ARE THERE OTHER ASPECTS OF AFFORDIBILITY THAT SHOULD BE 10 CONSIDERED? 11 A. Yes. One of the most important aspects of affordability is the effect of DSM investments 12 on classes of customers who are most acutely affected by changes...
AI summary The respondent emphasizes that affordability considerations must address the impact of DSM investments on vulnerable customer groups, including low-income households, tenants, and First Nations communities, who face heightened energy cost burdens and barriers to program participation.
Economic and Policy Analysis Consumer Advocate – Nova Scotia (March 2019 – Present) - Provided analysis and written testimony on Efficiency One's (E1) 2020 2022 DSM Plan (Matter No. M09096) as it relates to spending and savings levels, aff...
AI summary The Consumer Advocate of Nova Scotia provided analysis and testimony on Efficiency One's 2020-2022 DSM Plan, focusing on spending, savings, affordability, and fund allocation. They also contributed to the 2019 DSM Potential Study and were a member of the DSM Advisory Group.
Testimony 1. Pennsylvania PUC R‐2022‐3031211. Columbia Gas of Pennsylvania – Rate Case. March 2022. Three‐year energy efficiency plan proposal. 2. Ontario Energy Board (OEB), EB‐2021‐0002. Enbridge Gas Inc. – Multi Year Demand Side Managem...
AI summary The document lists various regulatory proceedings from different jurisdictions, focusing on energy efficiency plans, demand-side management, and utility rate cases. These include analyses of program goals, implementation, and impacts on affordability and bill management.
Estimation of DSM Low-Income Impacts for the 2023-2025 DSM Resource Plan Last Updated: November 15, 2021
AI summary This document provides an estimation of the impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) programs on low-income households within the 2023-2025 DSM Resource Plan. It focuses on analyzing how these programs affect affordability and energy efficiency for low-income populations.
E-30E1 Compliance Filing 2023-2025 with Appendix A-D FINAL
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ver $130 million in annual electricity costs (accounting for DSM cost recovery)[1](#page-25-1) and over 775 kilotonnes of greenhouse gas emissions annually through a variety of programs and services. E1's Settlement Plan is an investment o...
AI summary The document discusses EfficiencyOne's (E1) Settlement Plan, a $173 million investment in energy efficiency (EE) and demand response (DR) that aims to save customers money and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. It highlights the long-term benefits of demand side management (DSM), including a 4:1 return on investment and a payback period of less than five years. The plan also addresses the evolving energy efficiency market in Nova Scotia.
1.2.1 OVERVIEW The Settlement Plan delivers demand side resources to Nova Scotia ratepayers in support of achieving NS Power's long-term electricity strategy as provided in the IRP. The Settlement Plan offers a portfolio of DSM services th...
AI summary The Settlement Plan provides demand-side management (DSM) resources to Nova Scotia ratepayers, aligning with NS Power's long-term electricity strategy. It includes energy efficiency and demand response initiatives, aiming to improve affordability, accessibility, and equity. The plan emphasizes cost-effectiveness and the long-term benefits of DSM, supported by analyses like the Rate and Bill Impact Analysis and cost-effectiveness testing.
1.2.2 OBJECTIVES OF THE 2023-2025 DSM RESOURCE PLAN - There are three main objectives of the Settlement Plan: - 1. deliver cost-effective demand side resources that support the successful implementation of a long- term electricity strategy...
AI summary The 2023-2025 DSM Resource Plan aims to deliver cost-effective demand-side resources aligned with climate goals and affordability, ensure equitable access to services, and promote transparent, collaborative planning with stakeholder input.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES 7 9 13 15 Transparency – E1 will provide stakeholders and customers with information and insight into the analyses supporting plan development and results and demonstrate how received comments were considered. Accessibil...
AI summary The text outlines guiding principles for E1, emphasizing transparency, accessibility, equity, and affordability in its services and planning processes. It highlights the use of frameworks like the Integrated Resource Plan and cost-effectiveness testing to ensure affordability for ratepayers.
17 Table 17: Summary of Benefits – Efficient Product Rebates (Residential) Participant Industry Benefits Environmental Strategic DSM Portfolio Benefits Benefits Benefits • utility bill savings and improved home comfort • improved access an...
AI summary Table 17 outlines the benefits of the Efficient Product Rebates (Residential) program, including utility bill savings, improved home comfort, increased retailer sales, reduced GHG emissions, and alignment with provincial and federal incentives. It also highlights strategic benefits such as increased public awareness and support for adoption of energy efficiency codes and standards.
9 Table 25: Three-Year Summary of the Efficient Product Installation Program Component Annual Plan Investment Energy Savings Demand Savings Participation ($M) (GWh) (MW) (products) Market Barriers • can create a participation barrier. • ef...
AI summary The document outlines market barriers to participation in the Efficient Product Installation Program, including affordability, awareness, lack of trust, lack of information, resource constraints, and split incentives in rental properties.
10 Table 27: Three-Year Summary of the Green Heat Program Component Annual Plan Investment ($M) Energy Savings (GWh) Demand Savings (MW) Participation (products) 2023 Total 2.2 3.6 2.7 3,406 2024 Total 2.2 3.6 3,408 2025 Total 2.2 3.6 2.7...
AI summary Table 27 outlines the three-year investment plan for the Green Heat Program, focusing on energy and demand savings, participation numbers, and target markets. It highlights market barriers such as affordability and awareness, and outlines key components and promoted measures like heat pump systems and biomass systems.
7 Table 28: Three-Year Summary of the Home Energy Assessment Program Component Investment Energy Savings Demand Savings Participation Market Barriers • Affordability: lack of financial resources to cover upfront costs (product/equipment, i...
AI summary The Home Energy Assessment Program faces market barriers such as affordability, lack of awareness, difficulty in understanding the process, short decision periods, and uncertainty about the costs and benefits of energy efficiency upgrades.
2 Scenario Scenario Year First-Year Energy Investment Savings 0, Total Resource Cost Test (TRC) a gram rator Cost (PAC) b Participation Participation Participation Lifetime Unit ($ million) (GWh) (GWh) Savings (MW) incl. Carbon excl. Carbo...
AI summary The document presents a table comparing energy investment savings, participation, and costs under different scenarios (Settlement and Alternate) for the years 2023 to 2025. It includes metrics such as first-year energy investment savings, total resource cost test, participation numbers, and variances between scenarios. The data is expressed in nominal dollars and includes percentages of variance from the settlement scenario.
13 Table 50: Three-Year Summary of the Small Business Energy Solutions Program Component Annual Plan Investment ($M) Energy Savings (GWh) Demand Savings (MW) Participation (products) 2023 Total 6.4 11.9 2.5 106,189 Low-income 0.11 0.48 0.1...
AI summary This table summarizes the Small Business Energy Solutions Program over three years (2023-2025), showing investment, energy savings, demand savings, and participation. It also outlines the target market and barriers, including affordability, awareness, and resource limitations.
- EfficiencyOne (E1) considers affordability in the development of the Settlement Plan, both short- and long- - term. Payback graphs for E1's Settlement Plan for all rate classes are provided in the figures below. For all - figures, the fo...
AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) considers affordability in the development of the Settlement Plan for residential and general rate classes. Payback graphs illustrate the costs, benefits, and avoided costs of demand-side management investments, including energy efficiency, demand response, and enabling strategies, using a present value calculation based on NS Power's WACC.
1. INTRODUCTION EfficiencyOne's (E1) 2023-2025 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan (Settlement Plan) represents a meaningful and ambitious level of energy efficiency and greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reductions at a time when the cl...
AI summary EfficiencyOne's 2023-2025 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan aims to deliver cost-effective energy efficiency, peak demand reduction, and demand response capacity, supporting Nova Scotia's transition to clean energy and net-zero emissions by 2050. The plan builds on E1's 12 years of successful DSM programs and has resulted in significant annual savings and greenhouse gas emission reductions.
1.2.1 OVERVIEW The Settlement Plan delivers demand side resources to Nova Scotia ratepayers in support of achieving NS Power's long-term electricity strategy as provided in the IRP. The Settlement Plan offers a portfolio of DSM services th...
AI summary The Settlement Plan provides demand side management (DSM) resources to Nova Scotia ratepayers, supporting NS Power's long-term electricity strategy. It emphasizes cost-effectiveness, accessibility, and affordability, with a focus on both energy efficiency and demand response initiatives. The plan includes measures such as electric thermal storage units and building optimization incentives, and aims to lower energy costs, support the local economy, and improve grid capacity.
2.2.2 PORTFOLIO-WIDE ASSUMPTIONS & DESIGN OBJECTIVES E1's key global assumptions and design objectives for all modelled scenarios align with both the Plan's Guiding Principles and the Standardized Filing Framework (SFF). Specifically, the...
AI summary E1's assumptions and design objectives for the 2023-2025 DSM Plan scenarios align with the Plan's Guiding Principles and the Standardized Filing Framework (SFF). The DSM Standards emphasize balancing energy and capacity avoidance, program delivery costs, and ensuring accessibility and equity in program design.
14 Component Investment Energy Savings Demand Savings Participation Market Barriers • Affordability: lack of financial resources to cover upfront costs (product/equipment, installation, energy assessments). • Awareness: lack of information...
AI summary The text discusses market barriers to energy efficiency, including affordability, awareness, resource constraints, and split incentives, particularly in the context of low-income and multi-family housing. It highlights the need for project management support and energy audits to improve efficiency and comfort in low-income housing.
13 Table 25: Three-Year Summary of the Efficient Product Installation Program Component Annual Plan Investment ($M) Energy Savings (GWh) Demand Savings (MW) Participation (products) Market Barriers • Affordability: the cost difference betw...
AI summary The table outlines market barriers to participation in the Efficient Product Installation Program, including affordability issues, lack of awareness, trust, information, resources, and split incentives in rental properties.
E-312023-2025 EOne NSPI Supply Agreement Fully Executed
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1. INTRODUCTION EfficiencyOne's (E1) 2023-2025 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan (Settlement Plan) represents a meaningful and ambitious level of energy efficiency and greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reductions at a time when the cl...
AI summary EfficiencyOne's 2023-2025 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan aims to deliver cost-effective energy efficiency, peak demand reduction, and demand response capacity. The plan aligns with government goals for net zero emissions by 2050 and leverages E1's 12 years of experience in delivering successful DSM programs in Nova Scotia, resulting in significant cost savings and GHG emission reductions.
1.2.1 OVERVIEW The Settlement Plan delivers demand side resources to Nova Scotia ratepayers in support of achieving NS Power's long-term electricity strategy as provided in the IRP. The Settlement Plan offers a portfolio of DSM services th...
AI summary The Settlement Plan outlines demand side management (DSM) initiatives aimed at supporting Nova Scotia's long-term electricity strategy. It emphasizes cost-effectiveness, accessibility, and affordability, with a focus on both energy efficiency and demand response. The plan includes historical successes and future expansions, such as capacity-focused initiatives, to reduce peak demand and improve grid reliability.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES 7 9 13 15 Transparency – E1 will provide stakeholders and customers with information and insight into the analyses supporting plan development and results and demonstrate how received comments were considered. Accessibil...
AI summary The document outlines guiding principles for the 2023-2025 Settlement Plan, emphasizing transparency, accessibility, equity, and affordability. It highlights the use of the Integrated Resource Plan and cost-effectiveness testing to ensure long-term affordability for ratepayers.
9 Table 25: Three-Year Summary of the Efficient Product Installation Program Component Annual Plan Investment ($M) Energy Savings Demand Savings (GWh) Participation (products) Market Barriers • Affordability: the cost difference between ef...
AI summary The table highlights market barriers to participation in the Efficient Product Installation Program, including affordability, awareness, lack of trust, lack of information, resource constraints, and split incentives in rental properties.
19 Table 26: Three-Year Summary of the Mi'kmaw Home Energy Efficiency Project Program Component Annual Plan24 Investment Energy Savings Demand Savings Participation ($M) (GWh) (MW) (products) (homes) 2023 Total 1.2 0.5 0.2 130 118 2024 Tot...
AI summary The Mi'kmaw Home Energy Efficiency Project aims to improve energy efficiency in Mi'kmaw communities through investments in energy-saving measures. The three-year plan outlines investments, energy and demand savings, and participation targets. Key barriers include affordability, awareness, and resource limitations, as well as split incentives affecting implementation.
7 Table 28: Three-Year Summary of the Home Energy Assessment Program Component Investment Energy Savings Demand Savings Participation Market Barriers • installation, energy assessments). • • have upgrades completed. • • upgrades, energy sa...
AI summary The Home Energy Assessment Program Component addresses market barriers to energy efficiency, including affordability, awareness, and uncertainty, which hinder participation and the realization of energy and demand savings.
13 Table 50: Three-Year Summary of the Small Business Energy Solutions Program Component Annual Plan Investment ($M) Energy Savings (GWh) Demand Savings (MW) Participation (products) 2023 Total 6.4 11.9 2.5 106,189 Low-income 0.11 0.48 0.1...
AI summary The Small Business Energy Solutions Program targets small commercial businesses, not-for-profits, and multi-unit residential buildings with annual electrical energy consumption of 350,000 kWh or less. The program aims to achieve energy savings and demand reductions, but faces barriers such as affordability, awareness, and resource limitations.
10. CONCLUSION - The Settlement Plan is responsive to the climate emergency and helps advance recent environmental goals - preparing for the future. The Settlement Plan positions E1 to achieve levels of DSM in the future and is a - transit...
AI summary The Settlement Plan addresses the climate emergency and supports environmental goals by increasing DSM targets to 1.2% of NS Power's load, reducing emissions, and improving accessibility and equity. It is cost-effective, delivering significant benefits to ratepayers, and is achievable with stakeholder input and expertise.
87301Board Decision
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HG reduction goals. Working together with E1 and other stakeholders is critical to achieving the government's 2030 energy targets in a way that supports a just energy transition. [Exhibit E-28, p. 2] - [42] In past decisions, the Board has...
AI summary The Board approves the Settlement Plan for DSM spending (2023-2025), citing affordability, support for low-income and Mi'kmaw communities, and alignment with energy transition goals. The plan is deemed achievable and in the public interest, with broad stakeholder support.
4.5 Allocation of Program Costs [74] Ei said it applied the following "guiding principles" in developing its 2023 2025 DSM Resource Plan: Transparency - E1 will provide stakeholders and customers with information and insight into the analy...
AI summary E1 outlines guiding principles for its 2023–2025 DSM Resource Plan, emphasizing transparency, accessibility, equity, and affordability. It aligns with the 'Balanced Plan Approach' from the 2016 Consensus Agreement, referencing Exhibit E-1, Appendix A, p. 19.
ted to Mi'kmaw communities as aligned with the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (Article 29) and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada's Call to Action #92. - [80] The AEC's evidence discussed the...
AI summary The document highlights energy poverty in Nova Scotia (26% of households), with the AEC emphasizing its prevalence and the EAC advocating for targeted support for low-income and hard-to-reach households. NS Power supports increased DSM spending for these groups, while Mr. Love recommends adopting the Settlement Plan to advance energy efficiency and climate objectives.
is a fundamental consideration for the approval of electricity efficiency and conservation activities, but there are other considerations. [101] Subsections 79L(8) and (9) identify further criteria: - (8) The Board shall approve an agreeme...
AI summary The Board considers affordability and long-term cost principles when approving electricity efficiency programs. Subsections 79L(8) and (9) of the Act require assessing programs' affordability and alignment with customers' best interests. The Board previously discussed affordability in 'Re EfficiencyOne' (2015 NSUARB 204), emphasizing balancing short-term rate impacts with long-term costs.
Q. ARE THERE OTHER ASPECTS OF AFFORDIBILITY THAT SHOULD BE CONSIDERED? A. Yes. One of the most important aspects of affordability is the effect of DSM investments on classes of customers who are most acutely affected by changes in energy c...
AI summary Affordability considerations include impacts on low-income, tenant, and First Nations customers, as well as equity in DSM program benefits. Legal discretion under PUA sections 79L(8)-(9) allows the Board to weigh affordability and customer interests. DSM programs may disproportionately benefit participants, necessitating design adjustments to address participation barriers.