Topic:"BNI Efficient Product Rebates Program" in M12780

DATE FILED: March 31, 2026 Page 24 of 112 Area of Change Change/New Element Rationale and Context Incentive Level Changes • Increased incentives across residential and BNI energy efficiency programs, for example: Increased incentives o for...

AI summary The document outlines changes to incentive levels in residential and BNI energy efficiency programs, including increased incentives for Affordable Multifamily Housing, Home Energy Assessment, and Small Business Energy Solutions, following the conclusion of provincial DSM top-up funding in 2025. E1 has raised incentives to an average of 71% compared to 66% in the 2026 DSM Extension.

15 6.4 BNI EFFICIENT PRODUCT REBATES PROGRAM

AI summary The BNI Efficient Product Rebates Program is part of a Nova Scotia regulatory proceeding, focusing on demand-side management and energy efficiency initiatives. It operates under frameworks like the Public Utilities Act and Energy and Regulatory Boards Act, aiming to promote energy-efficient products for business, non-profit, and institutional sectors.

16 6.4.1 OVERVIEW, OBJECTIVES, OPPORTUNITY 17 [Table 31](#page-149-2) provides a description of the BNI Efficient Product Rebates program for 2027–2031. 8 PAC is a benefit/cost ratio comparing lifetime benefits to DSM investment.

AI summary The text describes the BNI Efficient Product Rebates program for 2027–2031 and defines PAC as a benefit/cost ratio comparing lifetime benefits to DSM investment. The program aims to promote energy efficiency through rebates, while PAC evaluates the economic viability of DSM initiatives.

1 Table 33: 2027–2031 BNI Efficient Product Rebates Performance Indicators Year Investment ($ million) First-Year Energy Savings (GWh) Lifetime Energy Savings (GWh) Peak Demand Savings (MW) Participation (products) Lifetime Unit Cost ($/kW...

AI summary Table 33 presents performance indicators for the BNI Efficient Product Rebates program from 2027 to 2031, including investment, energy savings, peak demand savings, and participation numbers. A separate table (Table 34) outlines low-income and equity performance indicators for the same period. The section also references program alternatives.

- 8 The BNI Efficient Product Rebates program shows no difference in the Alternate Scenario when compared - 9 to the Preferred Plan. Therefore, there is no variance between the Preferred Plan and Alternate Scenario - 10 in the program. [Ta...

AI summary The BNI Efficient Product Rebates program demonstrates no difference between the Preferred Plan and the Alternate Scenario, as shown in Table 33, indicating no variance in program outcomes under either scenario.

Table 4: BNI Efficient Product Rebates 2027-2031 BNI Efficient Product Rebates Rate Class Year First-Year Energy Savings (GWh) Lifetime Energy Savings (GWh) Peak Demand Savings (MW) Expenditures ($ million) 2027 1.1 11.8 0.2 0.3 2028 1.1 1...

AI summary Table 4 presents projected energy savings and expenditures for the BNI Efficient Product Rebates from 2027 to 2031, categorized by rate class. The data includes first-year and lifetime energy savings, peak demand savings, and expenditures for different customer segments such as residential, small general, general, large general, and small industrial.

1 Table 2: 2025 Participation Participation Results Unit 2023-2026 Plan as Approved 2025 Plan as Approved 2025 Results % of 2025 Results to 2025 Plan as Approved % of 2025 Results to 2023-2026 Plan as Approved Participation Unit Efficient...

AI summary Table 2 outlines the 2025 participation results for various energy efficiency programs under the 2023-2026 plan, showing performance metrics such as participation rates and units rebated. Many programs exceeded their 2025 targets, with some programs achieving over 100% of their planned participation.

BNI EFFICIENT PRODUCT REBATES (2025) recommendation, E1 will end rebates on LED fixtures in the Instant Rebates service as of June 30, 2026. • Given the transition in the lighting market, the Business Energy Rebates team has accelerated it...

AI summary E1 will terminate LED fixture rebates in the Instant Rebates service by June 30, 2026, due to market transitions. The Business Energy Rebates team is accelerating research for new 2026 measures, though no specific alternatives are detailed.

5 BNI Efficient Product Rebates includes the Business Energy Rebates program component.

AI summary The BNI Efficient Product Rebates program includes a component focused on Business Energy Rebates, indicating support for energy-efficient initiatives in the business sector.

4.3.4 DSM PROGRAMS E1 will propose DSM programs within each DSM Resource Plan. DSM programs are offered to the Residential and the Business, Not-for-Profit and Institutional (BNI) sectors. Historically, DSM programs have included:: - Resid...

AI summary E1 will propose DSM programs for residential and BNI sectors, including rebates, incentives, and demand response initiatives. These programs have historically included a variety of efficiency and energy-saving measures for both residential and business sectors.

4.3.4 DSM PROGRAMS E1 will propose DSM programs within each DSM Resource Plan. DSM programs are offered to the Residential and the Business, Not-for-Profit and Institutional (BNI) sectors. DSM programs may include:: - Residential Efficient...

AI summary E1 will propose DSM programs for residential and BNI sectors, including rebates, custom incentives, direct installation, and demand response initiatives as part of the DSM Resource Plan.

Conclusion Custom Incentives performed the strongest of 2025 BNI programs, exceeding both energy and demand targets and producing realization rates above 100% for Custom services. The five sub-programs - Retrofit, P4P, New Construction, BO...

AI summary Custom Incentives exceeded energy and demand targets in 2025 BNI programs, with realization rates above 100%. The five sub-programs cover a wide range of customer needs. Compressed air leak surveys are highlighted as a cost-effective measure, contributing significantly to program savings. Evaluation methods are largely consistent with industry practice, except for compressed air measurement.