Topic:"Climate Adaptation" in M12780

2 1.1 APPROVAL OF 2027–2031 DSM RESOURCE PLAN - 3 EfficiencyOne ("E1") requests approval by the Nova Scotia Energy Board (the "Energy Board" or "NSEB") - 4 of its Demand Side Management ("DSM") Resource Plan ("DSM Plan") for the term 2027...

AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) seeks approval from the Nova Scotia Energy Board (NSEB) for its 2027–2031 Demand-Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan, aiming to reduce electricity costs for customers. The plan aligns with NSEB's 2025 decision on DSM's statutory purpose, emphasizing affordability, energy savings, and climate goals through programs and cost-benefit analysis.

2.2.1.1 COMPLIANCE WITH 2023–2025 PLAN DECISION In response to the directive to provide detailed plans and processes for each of its research initiatives prior to proceeding with significant expenditures, documented and fully discussed wit...

AI summary E1 developed an Innovation Framework for 2027–2031, complying with NSUARB directives on avoided cost calculations. They incorporated updated IRP data from NS Power and addressed climate change goals through DSMAG. The NSUARB directed updates to avoided costs, with DSMAG tasked to resolve climate integration for future DSM plans.

28 13. FORCE MAJEURE - 29 13.1 Neither Party shall be in breach of its obligations under this Agreement where failure to 30 perform or delay in performance of any obligation is due, wholly or in part, to a Force 31 Majeure Event. - 32 13.2...

AI summary The Force Majeure clause outlines obligations for both parties during unforeseen events, requiring prompt notification, mitigation efforts, and resumption of obligations. It clarifies that EfficiencyOne's failures or negligence do not qualify as Force Majeure, excluding extensions for the EECADSM program.

13. FORCE MAJEURE - 13.1 Neither Party shall be in breach of its obligations under this Agreement where failure to perform or delay in performance of any obligation is due, wholly or in part, to a Force Majeure Event. - 13.2 Each Party sha...

AI summary The Force Majeure clause outlines that neither party is liable for performance delays caused by Force Majeure Events, provided they notify the other party and take mitigation steps. The agreement term is not extended due to such events, and EfficiencyOne's negligence is explicitly excluded from Force Majeure coverage.

Equivalent CO2 A unit of measurement indicating the amount of carbon dioxide to which various kinds of emitted greenhouse gases are equivalent in terms of warming effects. In this report, gas global warming potential is estimated over a ti...

AI summary The text defines Equivalent CO2 as a unit of measurement that indicates the amount of carbon dioxide equivalent to various greenhouse gases in terms of warming effects, with global warming potential estimated over a 100-year timescale.

Changes in Environmental Legislation NSPI is subject to extensive regulation by federal, provincial and municipal authorities regarding environmental matters; primarily related to its utility operations. This includes laws, regulations and...

AI summary NSPI is subject to various environmental regulations at multiple levels of government, including GHG emissions, renewable energy standards, and coal phase-out targets. Both the Province and the federal government have set net-zero goals by 2050, with the Province aiming to phase out coal-fired electricity by 2030. NSPI is collaborating with governments to meet these targets, though there is uncertainty around the continuation of exemptions from federal coal regulations.

Greenhouse Gas Emissions: NSPI is subject to GHG emission caps for the 2010 through 2030 period as outlined in the "Nova Scotia Greenhouse Gas Regulations", and further updated by Order in Council in 2013. The emission cap reduces from 10...

AI summary NSPI is subject to provincial GHG emission caps under the Nova Scotia Greenhouse Gas Regulations, which decrease from 10 to 4.5 megatonnes between 2010 and 2030. The province has an equivalency agreement with the federal government, exempting it from federal GHG regulations. NSPI is also required to participate in the OBPS and aligns with federal goals, including the Clean Electricity Regulations, to achieve a net-zero electricity grid by 2035.

Vision Statement To be a world leader in developing truthful measurement and useful results; to support the development of efficient, ethical, and effective practices, sustained economically; to advance human development. To improve the qu...

AI summary The Vision Statement outlines aspirations to lead in truthful measurement, promote efficient and ethical practices, advance human development, and improve quality of life amid rapid climate change. It emphasizes sustainability, economic viability, and climate resilience as core priorities.

gly expressed within climate change framework, but they are currently not identical with climate missions. It is likely that disaster preparedness and climate resiliency will eventually be authorized 10 One of the almost universal adaptati...

AI summary The text discusses the need for adapting climate change frameworks in utility operations, particularly in calculating weather adjustments for energy use projections. Traditional methods based on historical weather data are becoming inadequate due to increasing temperatures, leading to challenges in evaluating weatherization programs and adjusting bills under revenue decoupling plans.

per_September_2021_FINAL_VERSION.pdf) 2050: Net-Zero Carbon Nova Scotia White Paper. September 2021. change). These factors should also be considered in developing a response to the climate crisis. The principle of least-cost planning will...

AI summary The text discusses the need to modify least-cost planning to account for future climate challenges, emphasizing the importance of extending planning horizons and incorporating socialist principles to ensure universal service and a functional electric system in the long term.

shley, K. Takahashi, T. Woolf. 2024. Review of New Brunswick Power's 2024/25 to 2026/27 DSM Program Initiatives Update. Synapse Energy Economics for the New Brunswick Energy and Utilities Board Staff. Woolf, T., A. Napoleon, D. Goldberg, E...

AI summary The text lists multiple publications by Synapse Energy Economics and its collaborators, covering topics such as energy efficiency programs, distributed energy resources, gas utility planning, and climate policy. These publications were commissioned by various regulatory bodies and organizations across different jurisdictions.

ew Jersey Board of Public Utilities, (August 23, 2022) - Benefits and Costs of Climate Solutions Plan , with Ryan Hledik, Michael Hagerty, Sharan Ganjam, Julia Olszewski, and Matthew Witkin, prepared for Pepco, (Febraury 4, 2022) - Carbon...

AI summary The text references a report on the benefits and costs of climate solutions prepared for Pepco by Ryan Hledik, Michael Hagerty, Sharan Ganjam, Julia Olszewski, and Matthew Witkin. It also mentions a carbon trading study for New York City's building sector under Local Law 97.

Climate Change Policies and Regulations New Brunswick's 2022–2027 Climate Change Action Plan 6 includes commitments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to at least 46 percent below 2005 emission levels by 2030 and to achieve net-zero emissi...

AI summary New Brunswick's 2022–2027 Climate Change Action Plan aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 46% below 2005 levels by 2030 and achieve net-zero by 2050. It includes electrification goals, such as increasing EV sales and phasing out heating oil. NB Power supports various actions, including energy efficiency financing and building code acceleration. The Climate Fund supports LMI programs through NB Power's DSM Plan.

savings, GHG reductuons, and other non-energy benefits). CMHC will also explore potential changes to program requirements to help meet GHG targets. Chris was the Project Director for this assignment. SCIEU Review - NRCan {Feb. 2023 - June...

AI summary The text outlines various projects and initiatives related to energy efficiency and climate change planning, including data needs assessments, market engagement strategies, and climate change impact analyses. These efforts are led by organizations such as NRCan and IESO, with support from Posterity Group and other entities.

ew Jersey Board of Public Utilities, (August 23, 2022) - Benefits and Costs of Climate Solutions Plan , with Ryan Hledik, Michael Hagerty, Sharan Ganjam, Julia Olszewski, and Matthew Witkin, prepared for Pepco, (Febraury 4, 2022) - Carbon...

AI summary The text lists selected whitepapers and reports related to energy and climate solutions, including a report on the benefits and costs of climate solutions prepared for Pepco and a study on carbon trading in New York City's building sector.