Topic:"Appliance Standards" in M11630

Program Components • Appliance Retirement retires old, inefficient household appliances (e.g., refrigerators, freezers, room air conditioners) by offering free appliance pick-up from homes, proper recycling, and a financial incentive. The...

AI summary The Appliance Retirement program retires inefficient household appliances through free pick-up, recycling, and financial incentives, aiming to promote energy efficiency.

Appliance Retirement Highlights - Participant demand for Appliance Retirement was strong in 2023. - In Q2, the Nova Scotia wildfires caused temporary route cancellations across the province and the delivery partner had technical issues wit...

AI summary Appliance Retirement demand was strong in 2023, though Q2 delays occurred due to wildfires and technical issues. The delivery partner added a second truck in Q4 and updated the booking portal. Marketing included media campaigns, targeted outreach, and two E1-focused initiatives targeting homeowners and low-income residents.

Codes and Standards - Ongoing participation in Canadian Standards Association's (CSA) Steering Committee on Performance, Energy Efficiency and Renewables. This is the parent steering committee for energy efficiency-related standards develo...

AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (E1) participates in CSA and CHBA committees focused on energy efficiency and net-zero standards. E1 submitted comments on 2020 NECB and NBC amendments, including baseline assessments, compliance methods, and adoption schedules. The codes were published in March 2022 after public review.

Appliance Retirement - › Program participation in 2023 decreased by 19% and energy savings decreased by 15% compared to 2022, with refrigerator and freezer retirements remaining the largest drivers of participation and savings. - › The eva...

AI summary Appliance Retirement program participation and energy savings decreased in 2023 compared to 2022, with refrigerator and freezer retirements being the main contributors. Evaluated net energy and peak demand savings were 9% higher than tracked values due to updated unitary savings from changes in appliance characteristics.

Components Bibliographic References NRCan, 2015 Survey of Household Energy Use, Table 10.6. Calculated average annual dried loads for Atlantic, assuming 100 days of summer and 265 days of winter Econoler, Residential Efficient Product Reba...

AI summary The text provides a list of bibliographic references related to energy efficiency and household energy use, including reports, regulations, and academic publications. These references include studies on energy use, appliance efficiency, and regulatory frameworks.

1 ARet Overview This section describes the ARet program component, follows up on past evaluation recommendations, and provides an overview of participation history.

AI summary This section provides an overview of the ARet program, discusses past evaluation recommendations, and outlines participation history in the appliance retirement initiative.

1.3 Participation History Since 2012, ARet has retired or replaced a total of 71,755 old and inefficient appliances from homes and schools. These were recycled so that they could not be refurbished, sold second hand, or left plugged in. In...

AI summary Since 2012, the Appliance Retirement (ARet) program has retired over 71,755 inefficient appliances. In 2023, appliance retirements were reported under Affordable Single-family Homes (ASFH) and Mi'kmaw Home Energy Efficiency Project (MHEEP), with a total of 4,260 appliances retired. Participation dropped by 19% compared to 2022, leading to a 15% decrease in energy savings and 16% decrease in peak demand savings.

3 ARet Impact Evaluation This section presents the findings of the 2023 impact evaluation aimed at determining gross and net electrical energy and peak demand savings.

AI summary This section presents the findings of the 2023 impact evaluation, which aimed to determine gross and net electrical energy and peak demand savings.

Table 8: 2023 ARet Tracked and Evaluated Unitary Peak Demand Savings Appliance Tracked Unitary Peak Demand Savings [W] Evaluated Unitary Peak Demand Savings [W] Difference (%) ARet – Retirement Refrigerators 85.8 90.3 5% Freezers 88.9 104...

AI summary Table 8 presents 2023 ARet tracked and evaluated unitary peak demand savings for various appliances, showing differences between tracked and evaluated savings. The table highlights that savings for refrigerators, freezers, small refrigerators, and small freezers increased, while no changes were observed for air conditioners and dehumidifiers.

Appliance Retirement Appendix I ARet Tracking Sheet Audit Appendix II ARet Algorithm for Free-ridership and Secondary Market Impact Calculations Appendix III ARet Spillover Methodology Appendix IV ARet 2023 Recommendations

AI summary The document outlines various appendices related to the Appliance Retirement (ARet) program, including tracking sheets, algorithm methodologies, spillover calculations, and 2023 recommendations.

This appendix presents the ARet spillover algorithm. Algorithm – Appliance Retirement H1. Since participating in Appliance Retirement program component, have you disposed of other appliances without the help of the program component? IF H1...

AI summary This appendix describes the ARet spillover algorithm, which includes a series of questions to assess appliance disposal behavior and calculate additional non-incented savings and overall spillover effects. The algorithm helps evaluate the impact of the Appliance Retirement program on energy savings.

B. Purchase – LED Bulbs B1. How many non-pear-shaped LED bulbs did you purchase? Please enter the number of bulbs, not packages. - 1. Enter number of LED bulbs bought: ____ [NUMBER OF BULBS MUST BE ≥ 1].

AI summary This section of the document asks the respondent to provide the number of non-pear-shaped LED bulbs purchased, specifying that the number must be greater than or equal to 1.

LED FIXTURE SURVEY [ASK IF SKU = LED FIXTURE] E. Purchase – LED Fixtures E1. How many LED fixtures did you purchase? Please enter the number of fixtures, not packages. 1. 98. Enter number of LED fixtures bought: [NUMBER OF FIXTURES MUST BE...

AI summary The document outlines a survey regarding the purchase of LED fixtures, including questions about the number of fixtures purchased, their intended use, and their installation location. It includes prompts for respondents to provide estimates if they are unsure of the quantities.

- 96. Other [SPECIFY:__________________] LED Bulb CFL Bulb Halogen Bulb Incandescent Bulb Efficient Incandescent Bulb Typically have wattages of 40 W, 60 W or 100 W Typically have wattages of 29 W, 43 W or 72 W

AI summary The text includes a table comparing different types of light bulbs, focusing on their wattages, and an image reference. It appears to be part of a discussion on energy efficiency or appliance standards, possibly related to the Appliance Retirement program.

A1. Where did you purchase your LED bulbs or LED fixtures? 2023 2022 2021 Sample Size 122 177 120 The Home Depot 36% 0% 55% Kent 51% 0% 16% Canadian Tire 5% 0% 25% Costco 7% 100% 3% Home Hardware 1% 0% 2% A2. Please enter the SKU number fo...

AI summary The text provides data on where respondents purchased LED bulbs and fixtures in 2021, 2022, and 2023, including statistics on the sample size and the distribution of purchases across various retailers.

B1. How many non-pear-shaped LED bulbs did you purchase? 2023 2022 2021 Sample Size 81 49 67 1-2 21% 10% 39% 3-4 48% 0% 24% 5-7 15% 16% 25% 8-10 10% 43% 7% 11 or more 6% 31% 4% MEAN 4.5 9.1 4.3 Base: Respondents who purchased LED bulbs onl...

AI summary The text presents data on the number of non-pear-shaped LED bulbs purchased by respondents in different years, along with information on usage and installation intentions. It includes statistics on sample sizes, distribution of purchases, and usage patterns.

B6 / B9 Concerning the LED bulbs that you will use to replace existing LED bulbs: Do you plan on installing this LED bulb… 2023 2022 2021 Sample Size 34 28 19 (#) To replace an LED bulb once it burns out 76% 71% 11 To replace an LED bulb t...

AI summary The text presents survey data on consumer intentions to replace LED bulbs, both when they burn out and while still functional, across three years (2021–2023). It shows a general trend of increasing willingness to replace LED bulbs even when they are still working.

C3. The day you recently bought the LED bulb(s), did you see signs or posters in the light bulb section of the store promoting the discount offered on LED bulbs? 2023 2022 2021 Sample Size 81 49 67 Yes 53% 69% 55% No 40% 27% 40% Don't know...

AI summary This question asks respondents if they saw signs or posters in the light bulb section of the store promoting a discount on LED bulbs at the time of purchase. The data shows a decrease in the percentage of respondents who saw such promotions from 2022 to 2023.

D4. Did you postpone your purchase of LEDs to take advantage of the discount? 2023 2022 2021 Sample Size 5 (#) 8 (#) 2 (#) Yes 3 4 - No 2 4 2 Base: Respondents who purchased non-A-type LED bulbs who were aware of discount prior to campaign...

AI summary The table shows the number of respondents who postponed purchasing non-A-type LED bulbs to take advantage of a discount in 2023, 2022, and 2021. The sample size and responses are provided for each year.

D6. Which type(s) of bulb would you have purchased instead? 2023 2022 2021 Sample Size 9 (#) 2 (#) 1 (#) Halogen 5 - - Incandescent 4 1 - CFL - 1 1 Base: Respondents who purchased non-A-type LED bulbs who would have purchased other bulbs i...

AI summary The table shows the types of bulbs respondents would have purchased instead of non-A-type LED bulbs in 2021, 2022, and 2023, with sample sizes and responses for halogen, incandescent, and CFL bulbs.

D8. If the discount had NOT been offered, when would you have purchased the LED bulbs that you did? 2023 2022 2021 40 33 35 0% 0% 0% 23% 21% 60% 28% 9% 20% 23% 33% 11% 10% 24% 6% 18% 12% 3% Base: Respondents who purchased non-A-type LED bu...

AI summary The question asks when respondents would have purchased LED bulbs if a discount had not been offered. The table provides data from 2021 to 2023, showing percentages of respondents who purchased LED bulbs under different conditions, with base defined as those who purchased non-A-type LED bulbs and were aware of the discount before purchase.

- E7. You bought [INSERT NUMBER FROM E1] LED fixtures. How many, if any, of these [INSERT NUMBER FROM E1] LED fixtures will be installed… 2021 41 128 53 58% 72% 45% 8% 5% 7% 34% 18% 49% 0% 1% 0% 2023 2022 Base: Respondents who purchased LE...

AI summary The text asks how many of the purchased LED fixtures will be installed, with a table showing data from 2021, 2022, and 2023, including percentages and numbers related to installation rates.

E8. What types of bulbs were installed in the fixtures that you plan on replacing? 2023 2022 2021 Sample Size 32 104 38 LED bulbs 38% 41% 37% CFL bulbs 31% 19% 11% Standard incandescent bulbs 28% 32% 32% Efficient incandescent bulbs 16% 5%...

AI summary The table shows the types of bulbs installed in fixtures that were replaced between 2021 and 2023. LED bulbs were the most common, followed by CFL and standard incandescent bulbs, with a slight decline in the use of halogen and fluorescent tubes over the years.

G5. If you were going to purchase a fixture without LED lighting, what type of bulbs would you have installed? 2023 2022 2021 Sample Size 4 (#) 4 (#) 4 (#) Incandescent 2 3 - CFL 1 1 1 Halogen - - 3 Other 1 - - Base: Respondents who were a...

AI summary The text presents a survey question about bulb types that respondents would install in a fixture without LED lighting, with data for 2021, 2022, and 2023. It shows the distribution of responses across incandescent, CFL, halogen, and other bulb types.

INTRODUCTION Hello, may I please speak with? Hello, my name is, from Narrative Research, an Atlantic Canadian research company. We are conducting an evaluation of the Instant Savings Program provided by Efficiency Nova Scotia. Could I spea...

AI summary Narrative Research, an Atlantic Canadian research company, is conducting an evaluation of Efficiency Nova Scotia's Instant Savings Program and Appliance Retirement program. They are seeking to speak with an individual from the organization.

2.4.3 Appliance Measures

AI summary This section discusses appliance measures within the regulatory proceeding, focusing on initiatives and policies related to appliance efficiency and standards.

(2) Refrigerator Retirements/Replacements

AI summary The section titled '(2) Refrigerator Retirements/Replacements' introduces a topic related to the replacement or retirement of refrigerators, though no detailed discussion or arguments are provided in the text.

Summary [Table](#page-27-0) 78 presents a summary of the values used to calculate refrigerator retirement and replacement savings. The detailed methodology follows.

AI summary Table 78 summarizes the values used to calculate savings from refrigerator retirement and replacement. The detailed methodology for these calculations is provided in the document.

on 2022 participant survey data. 119 111 Econoler, Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program – 2017 DSM Evaluation , Final Report presented to Efficiency Nova Scotia, March 15, 2018. 112 Natural Resources Canada, EnerGuide appliance di...

AI summary The text references survey data and various regulatory and technical documents related to energy efficiency, including evaluations of rebate programs and energy conservation standards for refrigeration appliances.

Table 79: Electrical Unitary Savings Values for Refrigerator Retirements/Replacements ARet (Retirement) - HomeWarmin Parameter Symbol Manufacture- year Class Full-sized Refrigerators (≥ 10 ft.³) Small Refrigerators (< 10 ft.³) g / MHEEP (R...

AI summary Table 79 presents electrical unitary savings values for refrigerator retirements and replacements, including parameters such as annual consumption, refrigerator size, occupant adjustment ratio, and unitary energy savings. The data covers different refrigerator classes and includes sources like NRCan data analysis and 2023 tracking sheets.

(3) Freezer Retirements/Replacements

AI summary This section discusses the topic of freezer retirements and replacements, likely in the context of energy efficiency programs or appliance standards.

Summary [Table](#page-31-0) 80 presents a summary of the values used to calculate freezer retirement and replacement savings. The detailed methodology follows.

AI summary Table 80 summarizes the values used to calculate freezer retirement and replacement savings, with a detailed methodology provided afterward.

Table 80: Freezer Retirement/Replacement Measure Summary Parameter ARet HomeWarming / MHEEP Reference Measure Description and Identification Measure Description Retirement of old freezers to reduce electricity consumption Replacement of ol...

AI summary Table 80 presents a summary of the Freezer Retirement/Replacement Measure, comparing energy savings and other parameters for different programs. It includes details such as unitary energy savings, peak demand savings, and installation rates for various freezer replacement initiatives.

(4) Room Air Conditioner Retirements

AI summary This section discusses the retirement of room air conditioners, likely in the context of energy efficiency and environmental policies. It may involve programs or regulations related to appliance retirement or energy efficiency standards.

Summary [Table](#page-35-0) 82 presents a summary of the values used to calculate room air conditioner retirement savings. The detailed methodology follows.

AI summary Table 82 outlines the values used to calculate room air conditioner retirement savings, with a detailed methodology provided in the document.

The electrical unitary energy savings of retired room air conditioners are calculated using the equations below. Energy Savings $$_{kWh} = \frac{Q \times HOU}{SEER \times 1,000}$$ $$SEER = EER \times RACER$$ The retired unit average capaci...

AI summary The text explains the calculation of energy savings from retired room air conditioners using formulas involving SEER, EER, and hours of operation. Data from the 2022 tracking sheet and NRCan's EnerGuide Directory are used, with adjustments for seasonal temperature changes and regional distribution across four Nova Scotia cities.

Table 83: Electrical Unitary Savings Values for Room Air Conditioner Retirement Parameter Symbol ARet Source Average Capacity of the Retired Equipment [BTU/h] Q 5,832 2022 tracking sheet Annual Hours of Use [h/year] HOU 306 Calculated Ener...

AI summary Table 83 presents electrical unitary savings values for the retirement of room air conditioners, including parameters such as average capacity, annual usage, energy efficiency ratios, and calculated energy savings.

Summary [Table](#page-37-0) 84 presents a summary of the values used to calculate dehumidifier replacement or retirement and ENERGY STAR certified dehumidifier savings. The detailed methodology follows.

AI summary Table 84 summarizes values used for calculating dehumidifier replacement or retirement and ENERGY STAR certified dehumidifier savings. The detailed methodology for these calculations is provided in the text that follows.

Parameter Symbol ARet (ARet, HW, MHEEP) Instant Savings Source Average Water Removal Capacity [L/day] 𝐴𝑊𝑅𝐶 3.87 2011 OPA Average Operating Days [days/year] 𝐴𝑂𝐷 168 2011 OPA Energy Factor of the Baseline Dehumidifier [L/kWh] 0.66 𝐸𝐹𝑏𝑎𝑠𝑒 1.6...

AI summary The table outlines key parameters for dehumidifiers, including average water removal capacity, operating days, and energy factors for baseline and ENERGY STAR certified models. It also includes energy savings calculations and sources such as 2011 OPA and 2019 NRCan Regulation.

The installation rates are assumed to be 100%. 135 The U.S Department of Energy (DOE). Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Residential Clothes Dryers , March 2015. Available at: 136 NRCan, 2015 Survey of Househol...

AI summary The text discusses installation rates for residential clothes dryers, citing a 2015 U.S. Department of Energy study and a 2015 NRCan survey on household energy use. It also references a Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission technical manual.

Table 90: Energy Consumption Breakdown for Standard and Efficient Clothes Washers Energy Consumption Breakdown for Clothes Washers Proportion of Overall Consumption 141 Standard Clothes Washer Electricity Consumption (kWh/year) Efficient C...

AI summary Table 90 provides an energy consumption breakdown for standard and efficient clothes washers, showing the proportion of overall consumption and corresponding electricity usage in kWh/year for each component: water heating system, clothes dryer, and clothes washer drum. Efficient models consume significantly less energy than standard ones.

Table 93: Electricity Consumption for Efficient Clothes Washers Energy Consumption Component Energy Consumption (kWh/year) Adjustment Factor for Electrical Water Heating Adjustment Factor for Cold Water Usage Adjusted Electricity Consumpti...

AI summary Table 93 outlines the electricity consumption of various components of efficient clothes washers, including water heating systems, internal dryers, and washing machine drums, with adjustments for cold water usage and electrical water heating. The total adjusted electricity consumption is 296 kWh/year.

Table 98: Energy Consumption Breakdown for Standard and Efficient Clothes Washers Energy Consumption Breakdown for Clothes Washers Proportion of Overall Consumption 149 Standard Clothes Washer Electricity Consumption (kWh/year) Efficient C...

AI summary Table 98 provides an energy consumption breakdown for standard and efficient clothes washers, showing that the clothes dryer accounts for the largest proportion (68.1%) of overall consumption, followed by the water heating system (24.8%). Efficient models consume significantly less electricity annually compared to standard models.

Table 100: Electricity Consumption for Standard Clothes Washers Energy Consumption Component Energy Consumption (kWh/year) Adjustment Factor for Electrical Water Heating Adjustment Factor for Cold Water Usage Adjusted Energy Consumption (k...

AI summary The document presents tables comparing the electricity consumption of standard and efficient clothes washers, highlighting energy savings through adjusted consumption values based on factors like water heating and cold water usage.

Table 185: EUL Values and Sources for Non-LED Lighting Residential Measures Measure Name Program Component EUL Value Source Appliances Clotheslines and Outdoor Drying Racks EPI, Instant Savings 10 IESO PMA List, 2019 (Value for indoor clot...

AI summary Table 185 presents EUL (Equivalent Useful Life) values and sources for non-LED lighting residential measures, including appliances like clotheslines, drying racks, and refrigerator retirements. The data includes EUL values, program components, and references to sources such as the IESO PMA List and ENERGY STAR Calculator.

Table 188: LED Baseline Evolution Baseline Minimum Wattage Requirement Years Rationale A-type Incandescent Baseline N/A 2023 (1,000 hours) Since incandescent lamps may no longer be replaced by incandescent lamps, there is a first increase...

AI summary Table 188 outlines the evolution of LED baseline standards, including minimum wattage requirements for different types of light bulbs and the rationale behind these changes, such as the phase-out of incandescent and halogen incandescent lamps and the adoption of more efficient LED equivalents based on legislation.

Baseline Minimum Wattage Requirement Years Rationale Reflector (R, BR) and Dec orative Lamps Halogen Incandescent Baseline N/A 2023-2024 The current Canadian regulations allow halogen incandescent lamps for reflector lamps (R, BR) and deco...

AI summary The text discusses baseline requirements for halogen incandescent and LED lighting products, including minimum wattage and years of compliance. It references Canadian regulations and American legislation, providing rationale for the baseline product definitions.

Reflector Lamps LED reflector lamps typically replace halogen lamps. As outlined in [Table](#page-145-1) 187 further above, their average rated life is estimated at 25,000 hours, which translates into an equipment life of 6.9 years. With t...

AI summary The document discusses the transition from halogen to LED reflector lamps, estimating their average rated life and equivalent energy use life (EUL). The regulation affecting reflector lamps is set for 2025, reducing baseline wattage for LED lamps over the remaining fixture lifetime. The EUL calculation is based on changes in wattage for halogen and LED lamps.

Typical Replaced Lamp (W) Typical Efficient Lamp (W) Baseline Wattage Halogen Incandescent and Incandescent Baseline 1 Year (2023) Displaced Wattage Baseline – Legislation240,241 1 Baseline Wattage Halogen Incandescent Canadian Year (2024)...

AI summary The table outlines the evolution of baseline wattage for downlight fixtures over time, showing reductions in typical replaced lamp wattage and displaced wattage under various legislation and efficiency standards, including LED and EUL considerations.

Recessed Downlight Fixtures Since LED recessed downlight fixtures replace fixtures typically housing reflector lamps for which the baseline technology is halogen lamps, the methodology for establishing their equivalent EUL is similar to th...

AI summary The document discusses the equivalent Energy Use Life (EUL) of LED recessed downlight fixtures, calculating it at 13.9 years based on a 50,000-hour rated life. It outlines a transition period where 43 W halogen lamps serve as the baseline technology until 2025, after which LED lamps will become the baseline for the remaining 11.9 years of the fixture's life.

Table 4: List of Program Component Evaluations. 2023 Portfolio Program Components Residential 1 Appliance Retirement 2 Instant Savings 3 Home Energy Assessment 4 Green Heat 5 Efficient Product Installation 6 Mi'kmaw Home Energy Efficiency...

AI summary The Appliance Retirement Program (ARet) offers incentives and services for the pickup and environmentally sound recycling of older home appliances such as refrigerators, freezers, and air conditioners.

recycled by ARCA Canada Inc., which is the delivery agent for the program. Eligible appliances must be in working condition and must be ten years of age, or older. Participants must own the appliances that will be retired. The program also...

AI summary The Appliance Retirement Program (ARET) recycled 4,260 appliances in 2023, a 19% decline from 2022, with most being refrigerators and freezers. The program did not meet its energy savings target, achieving 84% of the goal. Free ridership remains high, reducing effective savings by nearly 50%. Customer satisfaction remains high despite declining participation and savings.