Topic:"Commercial Industrial Programs" in M03669

Figure 5.1 2012 DSM Plan Savings and Investment 2012 Investment ($ million) Lifetime Benefits ($ million) a Incremental Annual Net Energy Savings at Generator (GWh) Incremental Annual Net Demand Savings at Generator (MW) Total Resource Cos...

AI summary Figure 5.1 presents the 2012 DSM Plan Savings and Investment, showing investments and benefits across various programs, including residential, commercial, and industrial initiatives. The table details investment amounts, lifetime benefits, energy savings, and cost tests for different DSM programs in Nova Scotia.

OVERACHIEVEMENTS F 2012 Investment ($ million) Lifetime Benefits ($ million) a DDSM PLANS Incremental Annual Net Energy Savings at Generator (GWh) Incremental Annual Net Demand Savings at Generator (MW) Total Resource Cost Test (TRC) b Pro...

AI summary The table outlines overachievements from DSM programs in Nova Scotia, including investment, lifetime benefits, and energy savings. It details various programs such as efficient products, home energy reports, and commercial and industrial initiatives, along with their associated costs and benefits.

This section describes the program activities for the Commercial and Industrial (C&I) market segments. The C&I programs also target institutional customers including multi- unit residential buildings, health care, education and government....

AI summary The document outlines the Commercial and Industrial (C&I) programs, including Prescriptive Rebate, Custom, and Small Business Direct Install. It discusses the enhancement of customer targeting through bundled financial incentives and the assignment of key account managers, with updated terminology to be used in the 2013 DSM Plan.

Overview Launched in 2010, the Prescriptive Rebate program is intended to secure cost-effective electrical energy savings for non-residential customers in the retrofit and new construction markets through the promotion of a variety of high...

AI summary The Prescriptive Rebate program, launched in 2010, aims to achieve cost-effective energy savings for non-residential customers through the promotion of high-efficiency equipment. It includes two elements: Business Energy Rebates (BER) and Smart Lighting Choices (SLC), which support retrofit and new construction markets by offering rebates and encouraging the adoption of efficient technologies.

1 The program works with eligible customers to identify and implement cost-effective 2 electrical energy and demand saving measures on a case-by-case basis. Measures can be 3 divided into two categories: 4 5 · market-driven measures, commo...

AI summary The program focuses on identifying and implementing cost-effective energy-saving measures for eligible customers, divided into market-driven and discretionary retrofit categories. It includes technical and financial assistance components such as audits, incentives, and project financing. Examples include compressed air audits, retro-commissioning, and support for industrial energy improvement.

Overview Launched in 2008, this program is designed to acquire electrical energy savings through the direct installation of energy-efficient measures in small businesses, primarily through high-performance lighting retrofits. The program i...

AI summary The Small Business Direct Install program, launched in 2008, aims to achieve energy savings by installing energy-efficient measures in small businesses across Nova Scotia. It targets C&I customers with lighting and refrigeration loads and includes measures such as lighting retrofits and refrigeration upgrades.

OPPORTUNITIES TO ENHANCE 2011 PLAN SAVINGS A key element of this project was a program-by-program overview of current DSM activities. Overall, our review has found that ENSC is inheriting a solid foundation of existing programs, organized...

AI summary This document reviews the 2011 Demand Side Management (DSM) plan and identifies opportunities to enhance savings. It highlights the solid foundation of existing programs and suggests improvements, particularly in residential retrofit, fuel substitution, and new behavioral initiatives. It also emphasizes the potential of commercial and industrial programs and recommends enabling strategies to support long-term goals.

ENSC Electricity DSM Review Program / Scope of POTENTIA L SAVINGS PRINCIPAL RECOMMENDATIONS Market Area Potential Changes a Near-term (2011-13) b Long-term (2014-30) c (see program profiles for more detailed suggestions) Performance Plus (...

AI summary The document outlines a review of ENSC's electricity demand-side management (DSM) programs, suggesting changes and recommendations for improving energy efficiency. Key points include expanding programs, increasing incentives, and enhancing customer feedback mechanisms.

d. In addition, an opportunity to provide design assistance is lost. 27 Note that this list of possible submarket initiatives overlaps with that provided for the Commercial Custom program. - A prescriptive commercial kitchen initiative cov...

AI summary The text outlines various prescriptive rebate initiatives targeting different commercial and industrial sectors, such as kitchens, hospitality, grocery stores, and agriculture, with incentives for energy-efficient equipment and practices. It emphasizes the need for system assessments in compressed air programs to avoid wasteful spending.

COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL CUSTOM PROGRAM (C&I EXISTING, NEW CONSTRUCTION) OVERVIEW: The current Commercial and Industrial Custom Program is open to medium and large industrial customers (>250 kW demand). It targets both discretionary and mar...

AI summary The Commercial and Industrial Custom Program targets medium and large industrial customers, offering incentives for energy efficiency measures. It includes audit incentives, per-kWh incentives, and on-bill financing. Eligible projects must save at least 20,000 kWh/year, with maximum incentives up to $500,000. The program has met a significant portion of its 2010 target and is expected to meet the 2011 target, though initial high savings may not be sustained.

1 Halifax Regional School Board Energy Matters Update . September 2008. [www.hrsb.ns.ca](http://www.hrsb.ns.ca/) Green Schools Contact Title Contact Information Notes knowledgeable about their program and others, and he advocates using the...

AI summary The document discusses the Green Schools program in British Columbia, highlighting its coordination with the Department of Education and the importance of partnerships, sponsorships, and experienced personnel. It emphasizes the value of a certification process and staying in contact with program advocates.

Appendix B: Alignment with Nova Scotia Education and Environment Policy Federal provincial, and NS School Board Green Schools Nova Scotia Support Environmental Education and Sustainability Policy Learn Canada 20/20 – Joint Declaration of P...

AI summary This appendix discusses the alignment of the Green Schools Nova Scotia (GSNS) program with Nova Scotia's education and environment policies. It highlights how the program supports Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) and promotes student engagement, stewardship learning, and collaboration between formal and non-formal environmental education sectors.

Summary: - "… additional priorities that were dependent on sufficient funds t o implement. While these issues are no less important, lack of funding prevents the Board from making any significant progress in these areas in 2010-2011. These...

AI summary The Board acknowledges additional priorities dependent on funding, such as enhancing student engagement strategies through discussions with teachers, school administrators, and parents. Green Schools will conduct environmental audits involving the entire school community, promoting engagement and learning.

1. Establish A Green Leadership Team This team should include a combination of administration, staff, operations, teachers and students, and the principal (or vice principal) of the school is an essential participant. The make-up of the Gr...

AI summary A Green Leadership Team (GLT) is proposed to include school administration, staff, operations, teachers, students, and community members to lead sustainability initiatives. The composition may vary but typically involves the principal, facility operations, groundskeeping, teachers, parents, and students.

2. Pledge a commitment to the goals of the Green Schools Nova Scotia The Green Leadership Team signs a Green Schools Nova Scotia (GSNS) pledge that formalizes their commitment to facilitating the program in their school. The pledge will st...

AI summary The Green Leadership Team signs a pledge to commit to the goals of the Green Schools Nova Scotia (GSNS) program, promoting green thinking and practices in school operations, teaching, and learning, with the pledge being displayed and promoted within the school and community.

3. Launch the Green Schools Program Incentive is so important for motivating change, and one of the incentives that Green Schools applies is public recognition for involvement and achievement. The principal, ideally, will launch the progra...

AI summary The Green Schools Program aims to motivate change through incentives, including public recognition. The program's launch should be a visible and engaging event led by the principal to the entire school community.

4. Conduct a Green School Environmental Audit Tools will be provided by GSNS to assess the school's environmental practices or 'baseline'. Any of all of the following may be addressed: energy use, waste management, adherence to the 3 Rs, p...

AI summary This section outlines the process for conducting a Green School Environmental Audit, where GSNS provides tools and support to schools for assessing environmental practices. The audit covers various areas such as energy use, waste management, and curriculum, with students participating in different aspects of the assessment.

6. Monitor and Evaluate Progress Green Schools are only 'green' if they are making positive change and working toward implementing their Environmental Improvement Plans. Nova Scotia Green Schools staff will assist schools to set up evaluat...

AI summary The document emphasizes the importance of monitoring and evaluating the progress of Green Schools in Nova Scotia to ensure they are making positive environmental changes and implementing their Environmental Improvement Plans. Support will be provided through standardized tools and assistance from Nova Scotia Green Schools staff.

7. Celebrate Successes and Gain Recognition Green Schools Nova Scotia will recognize and communicate best practices and notable school achievements based on criteria yet to be established. Recognition will be shared in a public manner to e...

AI summary Green Schools Nova Scotia will recognize and communicate best practices and achievements of schools based on criteria to be established. Recognition will be public to encourage improvement and drive program success.

Appendix D: Branding the Program and Green Schools 'Name' Considerations Green Schools programs across North America and Europe share common features but each is distinct according to place, structure, style, and goals of the participants...

AI summary This appendix discusses the importance of developing a unique branding strategy for Nova Scotia's Green Schools program, emphasizing the need for a place-based identity that reflects local values and promotes environmental achievement. It suggests designing the logo as part of the pilot program and considering translation into French to ensure long-term effectiveness.

Appendix E: Framework for Designing Green Schools Activities to support Education for Sustainable Development – Background "Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) entails a reorienting of education to guide and motivate people to beco...

AI summary This document outlines the importance of Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) and how the Green Schools Nova Scotia (GSNS) program can support its implementation. It emphasizes the need for experiential, action-oriented learning that integrates sustainability across curricula and encourages behavior change. The GSNS program is positioned to provide strategic support for ESD in Nova Scotia schools.

Name of Activity & Purpose of the Exercise (w/ curriculum link #s) Role of Teacher or Leader Role of Students ESD knowledge or content: what key information is to be learned? Place-based learning? Action oriented experiential element: Is t...

AI summary The document outlines a framework for designing activities for the Green Schools program, focusing on curriculum integration, roles of teachers and students, and experiential learning elements. It emphasizes place-based learning and interdisciplinary approaches.

1. Name of Activity & Purpose of the Exercise It is essential to consider and state clear objectives to ensure that the purpose of the activity is actually met by doing the activity. When testing the effectiveness of an activity designed o...

AI summary This section emphasizes the importance of clearly defining the objectives of an activity to ensure it meets its intended purpose, particularly when testing the effectiveness of an activity developed for Green Schools NS. It also highlights the need to assess whether students and teachers have learned what the activity was designed to teach, and mentions the inclusion of curriculum links.

5. Place-based learning? "Even though a common reporting framework has been devised, it is recognized that ESD will take many forms around the world, because it must take into consideration the local, environmental, economic, and societal...

AI summary The text discusses the importance of place-based learning in environmental education, emphasizing the role of understanding local communities and environments. It highlights the Green Schools NS program as an initiative aimed at fostering sustainability and stewardship in schools through local knowledge and care for the environment.

6. Action-oriented experiential element: Education for Sustainable Development (aka: the new delivery method for environmental education) advocates linking ideas to action, and learning activities for Green Schools NS will focus on this as...

AI summary The Green Schools NS program promotes Education for Sustainable Development by linking environmental education to action, involving the entire school community in caring for the shared environment. This approach emphasizes active student participation through experiential learning.

7. Multi-disciplinary? Learning activities designed for the Green Schools program will promote lateral thinking – which is learning to think across disciplines, and link different ideas together. Environmental issues and problems are compl...

AI summary The Green Schools program aims to promote multi-disciplinary learning by encouraging lateral thinking and the integration of various perspectives to address complex environmental issues. This approach helps students analyze systems and understand the interconnections within their communities and environments.

Small Business Lighting Solutions program, which fell short of its program target by 20%, or 2.8 GWh; and the New Houses program, which fell short of its program target by 66%, or 1.3 GWh. The C&I Custom program nearly achieved its program...

AI summary The 2010 DSM program evaluations highlight shortfalls in the Small Business Lighting Solutions (20% below target) and New Houses (66% below target) programs, while the C&I Custom program nearly met its goal. The Low Income Households program struggles with recruitment, BER is a new program expected to improve, and SLC may become obsolete due to future T8 lighting legislation. The 2010 building code's energy efficiency standards also influence program effectiveness.

ns (e.g. monthly portfolio and program reports).  If possible, incorporate data likely to be needed for project assessments (such as historical billing data) into the data tracking system. 1.4 Looking Ahead to 2011 As Efficiency Nova Scot...

AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia evaluated program performance from 2008-2010, finding that commercial/industrial sectors contributed over two-thirds of total energy and demand savings annually, while residential programs accounted for less than one-third. Key reliance on Efficient Products Direct Install and CFL programs faced challenges due to the 2012 incandescent bulb phase-out.

f 2010. However, even the new minimum requirement of EnerGuide 83 did not set significant stretch goals for participants, who could exceed this rating simply by installing a heat pump. The Business Energy Rebates program was a new program...

AI summary The Business Energy Rebates program's prescriptive measures led to higher free-ridership due to high transaction volumes. Table 2-1 shows net-to-gross ratios for various programs, with the LIH program exempt from free-ridership calculations as it offers free participation. The Efficient Products –Retail: CFLs program used a difference-of-differences approach to estimate its net-to-gross ratio.

3.1 C&I Custom Program (C&I) The C&I Custom program is a well run program with a well-documented and detailed data tracking process, rigorous policies and procedures to screen out free-riders, and a rigorous monitoring and verification (M&...

AI summary The C&I Custom program demonstrated strong energy savings in 2010 but missed demand targets. NMR recommends adapting incentives to include demand response. Program success was driven by expanded outreach via Sales Leads, though long implementation timelines may delay impact realization. The program's rigorous M&V and free-rider screening were noted as strengths.

ce any effort to improve the program through a process evaluation would have been of limited value as the SLC program will be terminated once the expected legislation mandating T8 lighting is enacted. 3.3 Small Business Direct Install Ligh...

AI summary The SLC program will terminate with T8 lighting legislation enactment. The SBLS program showed increased energy impacts and customer satisfaction but faced material delivery issues, leading to a 2011 redesign allowing Delivery Agents to source materials independently.

Program Finding Recommendation Commercial C&I-F4. C&I-R4. and In contrast to 2008 and 2009, relatively few 2010 respondents Conduct training sessions with energy efficiency contractors and Industrial reported that they had first heard of t...

AI summary The C&I Custom program saw limited awareness from contractors in 2010, but external parties were primarily responsible for specifying energy efficiency measures. Marketing efforts like adding a Sales Lead and print advertising increased participation. Contractors and design professionals are recommended as key outreach channels for future program promotion.

respondents (29%) reported that participation in the SBLS program actions after participating in the SBLS program. The DSM had influenced them to take additional actions on their own. When Administrator should consider expanding program of...

AI summary The evaluation of the 2010 DSM programs found that 29% of respondents attributed additional energy efficiency actions to participation in the SBLS program. However, 49% of respondents indicated they were unaware of additional measures, highlighting a need for expanded program offerings to better inform small businesses about energy efficiency opportunities.

areas to partner with the program.  Telephone outreach. The telephone calls made by trained representatives generate interest among potential participants.  On-site visits. Sufficient training is provided to representatives that visit cu...

AI summary The document outlines the implementation and effectiveness of the Efficient Lighting Products Direct Install Program, detailing outreach methods, installation processes, and the benefits of switching to energy-efficient lighting for small businesses in Nova Scotia.

 Customers allow DI representatives to install CFLs and LEDs. After becoming aware of the opportunities offered by the program, customers allow DI program representatives to install qualifying equipment: o 13 Watt, 23 Watt, 14 Watt (R20)...

AI summary The Direct Install Program (DI) allows small businesses to have energy-efficient lighting installed by program representatives, leading to increased energy savings and awareness. The program aims to transform market practices by promoting the adoption of energy-efficient lighting as standard practice, resulting in long-term energy savings.

ebate Program Page A16 5. In general, how often do you interact with NSPI energy efficiency program staff? Who do you interact with at NSPI? a. What types of interactions do you typically have with NSPI staff? [Probe: status calls, meeting...

AI summary The text outlines questions related to interactions with NSPI energy efficiency program staff, the use of design professionals in project scoping, and the C&I Custom program delivery process, including steps such as preliminary audits, feasibility assessments, and verification.

2 3 4 5 9 no extremely DK influence influential Spillover Now I‘d like you to think about any energy efficient equipment or upgrades that your company is currently pursuing or has installed in the past two years on its own. These measures...

AI summary The text asks respondents about energy-efficient equipment and upgrades their company has implemented or is pursuing, including whether they are using Nova Scotia Power rebate programs, and the expected electricity savings in 2010 from these measures.

13 +19.61% NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page 16

AI summary The document evaluates the 2010 C&I Custom Program, focusing on its performance and impact. It includes a percentage change value of +19.61% and is attributed to NMR.

st heard about the program through a contractor, a vendor or word of mouth. Nearly one in four (23%) respondents said they had first heard about the program through a recreation facility association.9 Table 3-2: Source of First Awareness o...

AI summary The document discusses how participants in the C&I Custom Program first became aware of it, with sources including contractors, vendors, word of mouth, and recreation facility associations. A notable portion of respondents learned about the program through a curling rink association.

ng the measures. (Table 3-4) NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page 20

AI summary The document evaluates the 2010 C&I Custom Program, focusing on measures and associated data found in Table 3-4. The entity NMR is involved in the proceeding.

39 NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page 21 As in 2008 and 2009, over one-half of 2010 respondents (69%) reported that they had faced no barriers to participation in the program. Three out of 13 respondents reported have faced a b...

AI summary In 2010, 69% of respondents reported no barriers to participation in the C&I Custom Program. Three respondents faced barriers: one was a non-profit company, one had communication difficulties with a contractor, and one faced challenges due to a remote location.

building envelope measures responded to the 2010 survey. (Table 3-6) 10 Note that the program makes no distinction between non-profit and for profit companies. NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page 22

AI summary The 2010 C&I Custom Program's building envelope measures were evaluated, with responses noted in Table 3-6. The program does not differentiate between non-profit and for-profit companies.

ofit companies. NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page 22 Table 3-6: Measures Implemented – Participants Measure 2008 2009 2010 Implemented Respondents Population Respondents Population Respondents Population Sample size 11 15 13 3...

AI summary This table presents the implementation of energy efficiency measures by participants in the 2010 C&I Custom Program, showing the percentage of respondents and population across the years 2008 to 2010. Lighting retrofit is the most commonly implemented measure, while other measures like HVAC, low-e ceilings, and refrigeration show lower implementation rates.

mp replacement 9 6 Heat treatment oven 0 6 While respondents did not report any additional installations of the same equipment type as they had installed through the C&I Custom program, nearly one out of four respondents (23%) reported pur...

AI summary The evaluation of the 2010 C&I Custom Program found that 23% of respondents pursued additional energy efficiency measures or feasibility studies after participating in the program. These measures included refrigeration, windows, insulation, and HVAC. Most respondents planned to implement these through a DSM Administrator program or expected rebates or incentives.

90% 12 66% Project rebate amount 10 90% 10 100% 13 77% Verification 7 86% 9 78% 12 75% Those giving a rating of 5 or 4 on a scale where Rating: 5= ‗very satisfied‘ and 1 = ‗not at all satisfied‘ 11 The detailed responses are provided in Ap...

AI summary The 2010 C&I Custom Program evaluation found that 85% of respondents indicated that someone outside their organizations, primarily design professionals (46%) and contractors (23%), was most responsible for specifying the measures installed through the program, similar to findings in 2008 and 2009.

8 Heavy equipment repair 8 NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page 27 About one-half of the 2010 respondents (55%) reported having facilities with more than 10,000 square feet of floor space, while only 8% of participants reported h...

AI summary The 2010 C&I Custom Program evaluation shows that about half of the respondents had facilities larger than 10,000 square feet, with only 8% having over 100,000 square feet. Additionally, 61% of respondents had fewer than 10 employees, indicating a shift in participant demographics compared to previous years.

107 48 T8 6 50 T8 296 97 NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page A3 Table 3: Summary of Removed Fixtures Fixture Type Quantity Fixt. Wattage 250W HPS 347V 126 295 400W HPS 347V 221 465 400W MH 347V 5 450 T12 1 4 120V 6 45 T12 2 4 12...

AI summary This table summarizes the fixtures removed as part of the 2010 C&I Custom Program, listing the type, quantity, and wattage of each fixture removed.

d at 33% of the annual lighting operating hours. A heat gain factor of 0.208 was used in the spreadsheet. An electric heating penalty was not assessed for this facility as it is heated by #2 fuel oil. 5.0 On-Site Methodology A detailed lig...

AI summary The document discusses on-site methodology and observations for evaluating the 2010 C&I Custom Program. It highlights challenges in comparing baseline and installed equipment due to insufficient detail, and notes discrepancies in fixture counts and wattage ratings that were corrected in the evaluation.

ed those listed in the application. The quantities, however, were slightly different. Table 2 below compares the fixtures found on-site with the fixtures specified in the tracking savings analysis. NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program...

AI summary The document compares the number of fixtures found on-site with those specified in the tracking savings analysis for the 2010 C&I Custom Program. Discrepancies are noted in some areas, such as the basement and renovation area, where verified counts differ slightly from tracking counts.

516 56.5 80.7 24.2 NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page A12

AI summary The document provides an evaluation of the 2010 C&I Custom Program, likely focusing on its performance, outcomes, and impact on commercial and industrial energy efficiency initiatives.

2 lamp T8 88 64 Stores 6 lamp T8 17 192 Total 851 208.5 Avg kW NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page A13

AI summary This section evaluates the 2010 C&I Custom Program, focusing on the number of lamps and their wattage across different locations, such as stores, and provides an average kW usage. It appears to be part of a broader evaluation of energy efficiency programs.

851 208.5 Avg kW NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page A13 Table 3: Summary of Removed Fixtures Fixture Type Quantity Fixt. Wattage 3 Plant #1 T12(4) 20 75 3 Plant #1 T12(2) 26 75 4 Halfway River T12 8' 14 173 4 Halfway River T12...

AI summary The table summarizes the removal of various lighting fixtures under the 2010 C&I Custom Program, including the type, quantity, wattage, and total average kilowatts removed across multiple sites.

pe. Interactive heating and cooling effects added 4.7 kW to peak demand savings. The 1.040 loss adjustment factor was applied to the interactive demand savings to estimate generator demand savings. NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program...

AI summary The document describes a new fire hall and civic center facility in rural Nova Scotia, detailing its layout, usage patterns, and occupancy schedules. The facility includes offices, training rooms, and a garage, with varying levels of occupancy throughout the week.

ch of the primary building areas. NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page A23 Table 2: Summary of Occupancy, Lighting, and HVAC Usage Parameters Fire Hall Occupancy  Typically occupied by a single firefighter from 8 AM to 5 PM, Mo...

AI summary The document provides a detailed overview of occupancy, lighting, and HVAC usage parameters for the Fire Hall, Garage, and Civic Center under the 2010 C&I Custom Program. It outlines specific usage patterns, including occupied hours, lighting use, and temperature settings for heating and cooling systems.

ans, fan coils, HRVs, etc.). This NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page A25

AI summary The document evaluates the 2010 C&I Custom Program, focusing on its implementation and effectiveness in the context of commercial and industrial energy efficiency initiatives.

king analysis. The primary culprit NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page A26 was likely the use of lower wall and roofing R-values in the tracking baseline model than those proposed in the feasibility study. As documented previous...

AI summary The evaluation of the 2010 C&I Custom Program found that lower insulation R-values in the baseline model led to overestimation of heating and cooling loads, reducing insulation savings. Lighting controls savings could not be assessed due to an unknown calculation method. Evaluated peak demand savings were only 13% of projections, as buildings were unoccupied during peak hours.

d period. NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page A27 Project ID: C-276-166-9 1.0 Facility Overview Changes in refrigeration controls and operation were implemented in 19 convenience stores in this project. These are small individua...

AI summary This document evaluates the 2010 C&I Custom Program, which involved refrigeration control changes in 19 convenience stores. Modifications included evaporator fan controls, anti-condensate heaters, and outside air dampers. All equipment was operational and well maintained, with no variance between evaluated and tracking savings.

0 27.0 27.0 0.0 NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page A28 Project Overview Table 2 provides a list of the refrigeration equipment by location. These fans, compressors, and door heaters operate with the beverage coolers in the stor...

AI summary The document provides an overview of a 2010 C&I Custom Program, evaluating refrigeration equipment in Truro and Bedford. It details the equipment, including volts, amps, phase, number of units, and COP, with no variations found during the site visit.

nstalled in Truro and Dartmouth. NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page A29 Table 3: Summary of Controlled Refrigeration Equipment Installed Measures Evaporator Fan Door Heater Outside Air Location Control Control Cooling Truro Y Y...

AI summary The document provides a summary of controlled refrigeration equipment installed in various locations, including Truro, Bedford, Dartmouth, and Halifax, with details on the installed measures such as evaporator fan door heater control and outside air cooling.

that the controller was in override or that the fans would not shut off in the future. The evaluator was not able to compare box temperatures with fan control set points to further verify fan control. 7.0 Conclusions Annual energy savings...

AI summary The evaluation of the 2010 C&I Custom Program found that annual energy savings were 100% of the tracking savings, with no variances in equipment types or operational parameters. Controls were functional, but calculations relied on fixed default values without verification of equipment operation.

4.2 26.2 Interactive Lighting 4,260 4,507 247 0.0 1.0 1.0 Total Savings 515,484 500,160 -15,325 48.0 75.1 27.1 Generator Savings kWh kW Tracking Evaluated Difference Tracking Evaluated Difference Lighting 542,409 525,887 -16,522 50.9 78.7...

AI summary The document presents data on energy savings from lighting and interactive lighting programs under the 2010 C&I Custom Program. It includes metrics such as kWh and kW savings, tracking versus evaluated results, and differences between them. The data indicates a reduction in savings for both lighting and interactive lighting categories.

50.9 79.7 28.8 NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page A33 3.0 Project Overview Table 2 below provides an overview of the fixtures installed, as well as the baseline fixtures that were removed: Table 2: Summary of Installed and Remo...

AI summary This section provides a summary of the fixtures installed and removed as part of the 2010 C&I Custom Program, including the types and quantities of both new and preexisting fixtures.

ccount for the fact that 24% of project savings had already been claimed during the 2009 program year. Total project energy and demand savings were multiplied by .76 to arrive at 2010 project savings. 5.0 On-Site Methodology During the sit...

AI summary The document discusses the methodology used to evaluate the 2010 C&I Custom Program, including adjustments to project savings based on previous claims and verification of fixture installations and operating hours during a site visit.

lighting loggers were installed. NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page A35

AI summary The document discusses the evaluation of the 2010 C&I Custom Program, focusing on the installation of lighting loggers as part of the assessment process.

tor used in the evaluation analysis NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page A37 (.96). Evaluated peak demand savings were also slightly increased by the inclusion of interactive effects demand savings, which had not been accounted f...

AI summary The evaluation of the 2010 C&I Custom Program identified issues with the methodology used to assess peak demand savings and the lack of updated M&V savings values in the tracking database. The project involved a college campus that operates 24/7 and is composed of 18 buildings.

-3.8 Interactive Lighting 14,174 13,720 -454 0.0 2.1 2.1 Total Savings 398,635 395,693 -2,943 64.4 62.7 -1.7 Generator Savings kWh kW Tracking Evaluated Difference Tracking Evaluated Difference Lighting 411,758 409,092 -2,665 69.0 64.9 -4....

AI summary The document presents savings data from the 2010 C&I Custom Program, including interactive lighting and total savings in kWh and kW. It also outlines the retrofit project, listing the number of new fixtures installed, such as T8 fixtures and CFLs, and notes slight changes in fixture counts during the evaluation.

NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page A45 Table 3: Summary of Removed Fixtures

AI summary The document presents a summary of removed fixtures under the 2010 C&I Custom Program, as detailed in Table 3. This table likely contains information about fixtures that were removed as part of energy efficiency initiatives.

e logger data to tenant spaces. NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page A53

AI summary The document evaluates the 2010 C&I Custom Program, focusing on its implementation and outcomes. It includes analysis and data related to the program's performance and effectiveness.

16.4 16.7 0.3 NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page A61 3.0 Project Overview Table 2 below provides a summary of the new and pre-existing fixtures affected by this project. Table 2: Summary of New and Pre-existing Fixtures Pre-exi...

AI summary The document presents a table summarizing the new and pre-existing fixtures affected by a project, including their quantities and wattages. It is part of an evaluation of a 2010 C&I Custom Program.

tments were made as necessary. NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page A64

AI summary The document evaluates the 2010 C&I Custom Program, focusing on its implementation and outcomes. It includes assessments and analyses related to the program's performance and effectiveness.

NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page A67 Table 2: Summary of Installed and Replaced Motors

AI summary The document provides a summary of installed and replaced motors under the 2010 C&I Custom Program, highlighting the program's impact on energy efficiency in commercial and industrial settings.

50 91.6 50 94.1 22 50 92.3 50 94.1 23 50 91.6 50 94.1 24 50 91.6 50 94.1 25 50 91.6 50 94.1 26 50 91.6 50 94.5 27 75 92.2 75 95.4 28 75 92.2 75 95.4 29 75 91.9 75 95.0 30 75 91.9 75 95.0 31 75 91.9 75 94.5 32 75 91.9 75 95.0 33 75 91.9 75...

AI summary The document presents a table with numerical data, possibly related to energy efficiency or program performance metrics, and references an evaluation of the 2010 C&I Custom Program on page A68. The data may be used to assess program outcomes or performance.

NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page A72 Table 3: Summary of Installed and Replaced Motors

AI summary The document evaluates the 2010 C&I Custom Program, focusing on the summary of installed and replaced motors as presented in Table 3.

Table 4 fed directly into the evaluation analysis. NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page A74

AI summary The document evaluates the 2010 C&I Custom Program, focusing on its performance and impact within the Nova Scotia regulatory proceeding.

50 94.1 80.6 116 53.3 21 50 94.1 80.6 136 64.2 22 50 94.1 80.6 121 22.1 23 50 94.1 80.6 146 72.7 24 50 94.1 80.6 146 59.6 25 50 94.1 80.6 122 76.2 26 50 94.5 84.2 168 42.2 27 75 95.4 85.6 168 67.0 28 75 95.4 85.6 0 Not Logged 29 75 95.0 88...

AI summary The document presents a table with numerical data, likely related to evaluations of a 2010 C&I Custom Program. The values may represent program performance metrics or outcomes, though the context and specific meaning of the numbers are not elaborated in the provided text.

ancies between the two data sets. NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page A83

AI summary The document evaluates the 2010 C&I Custom Program, focusing on the analysis of differences between two data sets. It provides an assessment of the program's performance and outcomes.

following three combinations: NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page A85

AI summary The document evaluates the 2010 C&I Custom Program, focusing on its performance and impact on commercial and industrial energy efficiency initiatives.

Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page B1 Appendix B Additional Tables

AI summary The document provides an evaluation of the 2010 C&I Custom Program and includes additional tables in Appendix B. This section likely contains detailed data or analysis related to the program's performance or outcomes.

person in your company / organization who is most knowledgeable about your experience with the Commercial and Industrial Custom Program? Yes (If YES go to Q5) No 4. We would like to talk to the person who is the most knowledgeable about yo...

AI summary The text is a survey form seeking information about participation in Nova Scotia Power's Commercial and Industrial Custom Program, including contact details for the most knowledgeable person and prior participation in energy efficiency programs.

5. 2003 6. 2004 7. 2005 8. 2006 9. 2007 10. 2008 11. 2009 12. 2010 99. Don‘t Know 8. How did you first learn about the Commercial and Industrial Custom Program? [RANDOMIZE AND READ 1-7, THEN 8] (choose one) KEEP RESPONSE 3&4 TOGETHER AND I...

AI summary The text outlines a survey related to the Commercial and Industrial Custom Program, asking participants how they learned about the program and their reasons for joining. The survey includes options related to learning sources and motivations for participation.

ng or pursuing [measure 2]? 1. Yes 2. No 9. Don‘t know/Don‘t recall x. Do you recall implementing or pursuing [measure x]? NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page C4 1. Yes 2. No 9. Don‘t know/Don‘t recall 12. Some companies work wi...

AI summary The text includes survey questions related to the implementation of energy efficiency measures and the responsibility for specifying measures in the Commercial and Industrial Custom Program. It seeks feedback on whether respondents implemented or pursued specific measures and who was responsible for specifying them.

rganization had not participated in the NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page C6 Commercial and Industrial Custom Program, which of the following actions do you think you would have taken? Please select all that apply. Would you h...

AI summary The document evaluates the 2010 Commercial and Industrial Custom Program, asking participants about their behavior if the program had not existed, including potential delays in installation, budget impacts, and the program's influence on their participation decision.

4 5 9 no extremely DK influence influential SPILLOVER [ASK Q16-Q17 FOR EACH MEASURE RECALLED IN Q11, EXCEPT FEASIBILITY STUDY] 16. Now I'd like you to think of the time since you participated in the Commercial and Industrial Custom program...

AI summary The text outlines a survey question regarding the Commercial and Industrial Custom program, asking participants if they have installed any of the measures discussed in the program on their own since participating. It also asks whether the equipment installed was of the same or higher efficiency level than that provided through the program.

he amount of [measure x] installed or pursued through the program? % (Don‘t know=999) ALLOW 1-998—THEY COULD HAVE INSTALLED MORE THAN WAS INSTALLED THROUGH THE PROGRAM. NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page C9 19. Did your experie...

AI summary The text presents a survey question regarding the influence of the Commercial and Industrial Custom program on participants' decisions to install energy-efficient measures on their own. It asks about the percentage of measures installed independently compared to those installed through the program.

1. Yes Measure x _ _ _% 2. No 9. Don’t know 20. Has your participation in the Commercial and Industrial Custom Program influenced other energy efficiency actions that your company / organization has taken? 1. Yes. We have implemented addit...

AI summary The document asks whether participation in the Commercial and Industrial Custom Program has influenced other energy efficiency actions, and if so, what specific measures have been implemented or are being pursued.

n‘t know/Don‘t recall NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page C10 IMPLEMENTED MEASURES Q21A1. FOR EACH Q21=1 (except scoping, feasibility or technical assessments): Did you implement this energy efficient upgrade through a Nova Scot...

AI summary This section outlines a questionnaire used to evaluate the implementation of energy-efficient upgrades under the 2010 C&I Custom Program. It asks respondents whether they received rebates from Nova Scotia Power and collects information on the timing and expected electricity savings from these upgrades.

ct to have [energy efficient upgrade from Q21=2] implemented? 1. 2011 2. 2012 3. 2013 4. 2014 or later 5. (Don‘t know / not sure) NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page C12 6. (Refused) Q21B4. Approximately, how many kilowatt hours...

AI summary The text includes a series of questions related to the implementation of energy-efficient upgrades by commercial and industrial (C&I) customers, focusing on the year of implementation and expected electricity savings. Respondents are asked to estimate savings in kilowatt hours or dollars, with specific instructions for handling non-electric fuel and uncertainty.

ts to your company / organization? [9=Don‘t know/Don‘t recall] 29. What percent of your annual operating budget do energy costs account for? [999=Don‘t know/Don‘t recall] % 30. Do you have any suggestions on how to improve the Commercial a...

AI summary The document includes survey questions about energy costs and the Commercial and Industrial Custom Program, with a focus on improving the program's process, marketing, and interactions with utility staff and contractors. Nova Scotia Power (NMR) is mentioned as a relevant entity.

NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page C15 Section V. Firmographics 31. What is the principal building activity where the energy efficiency improvements were implemented? [DO NOT READ—BUT CONFIRM WITH RESPONDENT THAT THE CATEGORY Y...

AI summary The document includes a series of questions related to the firmographics of buildings where energy efficiency improvements were implemented, covering building activity types, floor space, and employee numbers. These questions are part of an evaluation of a 2010 Commercial and Industrial Custom Program.

9. Don‘t know/Don‘t recall NMR Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program Page C17

AI summary The text appears to be a portion of a regulatory proceeding document, referencing the 'Evaluation of 2010 C&I Custom Program' and includes the entity 'NMR', which is likely Nova Scotia Power.

l? b. To what do you trace the difficulties you encountered? How might they be addressed in future programs? 7. Since last year there have been a few changes to the C&I program i. Assignment of an NSPI project owner, who manages projects c...

AI summary The document outlines changes made to the C&I Custom Program, including the assignment of an NSPI project owner, improved tools for lighting savings calculations, simplified feasibility studies, enhanced data tracking systems, increased financing flexibility, and higher incentive levels. Questions are raised about the rationale for these changes and their effectiveness.

Theory and Logic Model Review: 9. Is the program theory and logic model included in the C&I program manual still valid? 10. Has the program been expanded to include participants other than larger commercial, industrial and municipal custom...

AI summary The document contains a series of questions about the Commercial & Industrial (C&I) program, focusing on its theory, logic model, outreach activities, program goals, and market impact. It explores whether the program is primarily a Resource Acquisition or Market Transformation initiative, and seeks clarification on short-term and intermediate goals.

21. For the C&I program, how has the involvement of contractors changed since last year? [Probe: Have contractors taken a more active role in program marketing?] [Probe: in the program logic model NSPI has identified that trade allies and...

AI summary The text outlines a series of questions posed to NSPI regarding the Commercial and Industrial (C&I) program, including contractor involvement, barriers to participation, program impacts, customer targeting, program interactions, coverage gaps, and program strengths and weaknesses.

t pose a barrier to participation in the C&I Custom program? [Probes: Assistance, availability, or interaction with program staff; requirements of any of the four-steps;] The BER program was designed to streamline the rebate process for C&...

AI summary The document discusses the C&I Custom program and BER program, focusing on participation barriers, program processes, and motivations for energy efficiency upgrades. It includes questions about the experience with the BER program and factors influencing participation in NSPI rebate programs.

cipate in the NSPI rebate programs? [Probe: Save energy, rebates offered, reduce maintenance costs, protect environment, recommended by utility, concerns with carbon, etc.] 12. Were there any challenges or barriers that you faced in making...

AI summary The text outlines a series of questions aimed at understanding participants' experiences with NSPI rebate programs, including barriers to participation, challenges in implementation, satisfaction levels, and gaps in program coverage. It focuses on feedback from customers regarding the effectiveness and accessibility of these programs.

al %20Lighting%20Program.pdf NMR Evaluation of 2010 Small Business Lighting Solutions Program Page 8

AI summary The document evaluates the 2010 Small Business Lighting Solutions Program, focusing on its effectiveness and outcomes.

ts age and energy use can be checked on a look-up table. Recommendation 4: Where survey information is used to establish hours of use, at least some light loggers should be introduced as a check. Recommendation 5: NMR has proposed a Nova S...

AI summary The text outlines recommendations to enhance evaluation accuracy in energy programs. It supports NMR's proposed socket study for market transformation, mandates site visits for evaluators, and emphasizes capturing physical details of equipment replacements. These measures aim to improve data integrity and program effectiveness.

(3) 2009 Direct Install (Small Business Lighting Solutions Program – SBLS) In 2010, the program was expanded to cover Nova Scotia, with six service areas. The program had relatively low levels of free-ridership (about 13% in 2010) which fi...

AI summary The 2009 Small Business Lighting Solutions Program (SBLS) was expanded in 2010 to cover Nova Scotia with six service areas. Free-ridership was low (13%), and customer satisfaction remained high. In 2011, the program switched to multiple materials vendors to address supply and timing constraints. The program offers lighting retrofits at 20% of installed cost, with the DSM Administrator covering the remaining 80%, and financing options available.

Date Filed: March 29, 2011 ENSC EAC IR-14 Page 1 of 1 1 Request IR-15: 2 3 Please explain how and why commercial & industrial programs are expected to achieve 4 32% greater GWh savings with 4% ($800,000) more budget than residential progra...

AI summary The document discusses the expected higher energy savings from commercial and industrial programs compared to residential programs, citing differences in measures, operation hours, and cost structures. It also provides percentages of projected 2012 energy savings relative to sector sales and explains how over- or under-achievement of energy savings is incorporated into future DSM plans.

Commercial and Industrial - 6. Prescriptive Rebate for Retrofit and New Construction (also includes Smart Lighting Choices) - 7. Custom for Retrofit and New Construction (also includes fuel substitution, new in 2012) - 8.Small Business Dir...

AI summary The document outlines various programs under the Commercial and Industrial category, including prescriptive rebate programs, custom retrofit programs, and small business direct install initiatives, aimed at promoting energy efficiency and retrofitting.

Lighting - compact fluorescent lamps (screw-in and pin-based fixtures) - LED exit signs (retrofit only ) - high-performance T8 / T5 lamps, ballasts, and fixtures - high-bay fluorescent fixtures - pulse start metal halide lamps - electronic...

AI summary The document outlines various lighting technologies and products eligible for inclusion in energy efficiency programs, including LED lighting, compact fluorescent lamps, and high-performance fixtures, with specific applications such as traffic signals, street lights, and interior lighting.

Target - Eligible retrofit projects save 20,000+ kWh/year - Can aggregate multiple sites, where cost effectiveness is improved and incentives from other C&I programs do not apply

AI summary Eligible retrofit projects are highlighted for their energy savings of over 20,000 kWh per year. These projects can aggregate multiple sites, improving cost effectiveness and avoiding incentives from other C&I programs.

Eligible measures - process optimization - refrigeration upgrades - compressed air upgrades - monitoring and / or control systems - HVAC system tune-ups - fuel choice in new construction - fuel substitution retrofits to natural gas, biomas...

AI summary The document outlines eligible measures for commercial and industrial programs, including process optimization, refrigeration upgrades, compressed air upgrades, and fuel substitution retrofits. These measures aim to improve energy efficiency and reduce costs for businesses.

Commercial and Industrial - 6. Prescriptive Rebate for Retrofit and New Construction (also includes Smart Lighting Choices) - 7. Custom for Retrofit and New Construction (also includes fuel substitution, new in 2012) - 8.Small Business Dir...

AI summary The document outlines three programs under the Commercial and Industrial category: a Prescriptive Rebate for Retrofit and New Construction, a Custom program for Retrofit and New Construction (including fuel substitution introduced in 2012), and a Small Business Direct Install program.

- 5 2013, are: packaged split system air conditioner / heat pumps and electronic thermostats. 1 Request IR-37: 2 3 Custom C&I: Segments to be targeted in 2012 may include grocery stores, schools, large 4 multi-family buildings, military an...

AI summary The document discusses incentive levels for energy efficiency retrofits in grocery stores, including examples and strategic direction from ENSC. It references the C&I Custom program and Small Business Direct Install program, and mentions the SCOPEER Resource Task Force's focus on commercial refrigeration efficiency.

1 Revised Figure 5.1 with 174.66 GWh in Energy Savings from ENSC Programs Budget Benefits Incremental Annual Net Energy Savings at Generator Incremental Annual Net Demand Savings at Generator Benefit/ Cost Ratio Total Resource Cost Test Be...

AI summary The document presents a revised figure showing 174.66 GWh in energy savings from ENSC programs, with detailed breakdowns of budget, benefits, and energy and demand savings across various programs. The table includes data on overachievements from 2008-2009 DSM plans, residential and commercial programs, and savings from outside ENSC-funded initiatives.

Table 9: Commercial Prescriptive Retrofit (includes ROB and RET decisions) Program Results by Measure ( cludes ROB and RET decisions) Program Results by Measure For Plan Year 2012 Hot Water Circulation Pump Time Clock 15 107 1,143 $312 $1,...

AI summary Table 9 and Table 14 provide program results and measure characterizations for commercial prescriptive retrofit programs in 2012, including savings data, costs, and benefits for various energy efficiency measures such as hot water circulation pump time clocks and high-intensity discharge (HID) fixtures.

Q. Where will the effort and energy savings occur with respect to Codes and Standards? - ENSC has outlined in response to IR-4 from the Consumer Advocate that it proposes to work on - codes and standards that could affect products sold and...

AI summary ENSC plans to focus on codes and standards affecting products and new construction across sectors. A Dunsky Energy Consulting memo indicates that future energy savings from these codes will increasingly come from commercial and industrial sectors, implying that efforts under Enabling Strategies will target these areas.

- Rhode Island Energy Efficiency Resource Management Council. Senior Advisor providing ongoing technical and programmatic advice to, and oversight of, Rhode Island's residential efficient products (lighting, appliances and consumer electro...

AI summary The text outlines roles of various entities in energy efficiency programs, including technical oversight, cost-effectiveness assessments, and program design for residential, commercial, and transportation sectors. Entities collaborate with utilities and governments to evaluate savings potential and develop long-term strategies.

Avon IR-4 Attachment 1 Actual 2010 Expenditures 2 Low Income C&I Prescriptive Small Business DI Education & Development & Startup and Total Actual 2010 Rate Class Forecast Costs 1 Efficient Products Existing Houses New Houses Households Re...

AI summary The table outlines actual 2010 expenditures for various rate classes and programs, including details on forecast costs, efficient products, rebates, and other program-specific expenditures, with a notable variance for the Large Industrial rate class.

Date Filed: March 29, 2011 ENSC Avon IR-5 Page 3 of 3 Line # 1 2 COLUMN Α В С D E F G Н I J K 3 FORMULA J x 75% 4 5 Program Costs by Rate Class Program Costs Directly Assigned C&I Small to Participating Efficient Existing Low Income Home E...

AI summary The document provides a table showing program costs by rate class for the years 2010, 2011, and 2012. It includes costs for various programs such as rebates, custom incentives, and lighting initiatives, with a breakdown of costs assigned directly to participating rate classes.

se. They understand that it's valuable today, and even more so in a year ‐‐ or five years from now. The more energy prices continue to rise, the more significant your savings become – year after year. The daily postings on gas station bill...

AI summary The text highlights energy efficiency programs in Nova Scotia, showcasing case studies of businesses achieving significant annual savings through initiatives like the Small Business Lighting Solutions program. Examples include Jamie Whyte's hardware store saving $10,000/year and Scotsburn Dairy saving $40,000/year through LED upgrades, emphasizing long-term economic benefits.

In 2010 - Development of the Efficiency Maine Trust 's first triennial energy efficiency plan addressing all fuels and sectors, including responsibility for all residential and enabling strategies. - Measure characterization, screening and...

AI summary In 2010, activities included developing energy efficiency plans for Efficiency Maine Trust, assisting Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro with rural programs, supporting Quebec's low-income initiatives, reviewing Conserve Nova Scotia's programs, advising Nova Scotia Power Inc. on demand-side management, and conducting assessments for Hydro-Québec and Canada's economic development agency. These efforts focused on program design, policy analysis, and market opportunities for energy efficiency.

y and, conceivably, reduce the administrative burden of annual regulatory filings. This multi-year framework is similar to approaches used successfully in other jurisdictions, such as Vermont. (p.29) IR 33: Please provide further details w...

AI summary The text discusses the potential benefits of a multi-year framework for regulatory filings, similar to approaches in Vermont, and outlines program targets for energy efficiency in residential and commercial sectors. It also includes several inquiries regarding the implementation of performance-based approaches, multi-fuels mandates, and electric home heating codes.

FINAL ISSUES LIST The following issues will be dealt with in the public hearing on Efficiency Nova Scotia's ("ENS") Application for approval of its electricity Demand Side Management ("DSM") Plan for 2012: - 1. Evaluation and verification...

AI summary The Final Issues List outlines key topics for the public hearing on Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2012 DSM Plan, including evaluation of past programs, proposed plan details, TRC test effectiveness, free ridership, pilot programs, reporting methods, and administrative approaches.

r programs (subject to audit) were approximately $528,000 in 2010 compared to the forecasted expenditures of $800,000 plus ENSC start-up and transition costs of $41,000 which had not been budgeted. The 2012 program costs that have been ass...

AI summary The text details program cost allocations for large industrial customers in Nova Scotia, highlighting discrepancies between 2010 actual costs ($528,000) and 2012 forecasts ($800,000). It outlines three program categories (Prescriptive Rebate, Custom, Enabling Strategies) and explains ENSC's method for estimating new construction costs (20% of total, ~$295,000) based on 2010 data. ENSC faced scrutiny over cost assignment justifications.

4.1 Proposed Plan [43] In its direct evidence, ENSC described the programs proposed for the 2012 DSM Plan: Programs for the proposed 2012 DSM Plan are separated into three categories: - Residential Programs, which include four components:...

AI summary ENSC outlined the proposed 2012 DSM Plan, which includes residential, commercial/industrial, and enabling strategy programs. The plan includes new components such as programs for renters, multi-unit buildings, and low-income households, as well as innovative financing and enhanced outreach strategies. ENSC also stated that the plan aligns with energy saving targets set in the 2007 and 2009 IRPs.

SCHEDULE 1 - ACCOUNTING CODES FUND DEPARTMENT PROGRAM 10 20 30 40 General Fund Capital Fund EDSM Fund PNS Fund 10 20 21 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 40 Direct Program Costs Program Support Sales Finance & Admin CEO Board of Directors HR Analyti...

AI summary This document outlines Schedule 1 - Accounting Codes, which categorizes funds, departments, and programs under various accounting codes. It includes details on different funds, departments, and programs related to energy efficiency and utility operations in Nova Scotia.