Topic:"Cost Considerations" in M08888

Table 6: Distribution of Annual NEIs by Category: Prescriptive Electric Measures (MA) 29 Non-Energy Benefits Included in this Analysis Business Not-For-Profit and Industrial Percent of Total Non-Energy Benefit Reduction in Administration C...

AI summary Table 6 shows the distribution of annual Non-Energy Impacts (NEIs) by category for Prescriptive Electric Measures in Nova Scotia. The table highlights that 73.5% of the benefits are attributed to reduced operations and maintenance costs. The analysis also notes that the formulas used to calculate these values rely on labor costs and fuel prices, with geographic variations considered between Massachusetts and Nova Scotia.

Appendix B: Total Resource Benefit Cost Ratio with and without NEBs TRC Test Analysis High-Efficiency Air Source Heat Pumps: Air Source Heat Pump Baseline School 4.19 9.31 123% High-Efficiency Air Source Heat Pumps: Electric Baseboard Base...

AI summary This appendix presents the Total Resource Benefit Cost Ratio (TRC) with and without Net Energy Benefits (NEBs) for various energy efficiency programs, including heat pumps, faucet aerators, and insulation. The TRC values indicate the cost-effectiveness of each measure, with some showing high benefits and others lower returns.

E1 Responses to Affordable Energy Coalition Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-02: 2 3 To illustrate the practical impact that NEBs could have: 4 a. if a measure being considered for a low income rental program has a Total...

AI summary The response to Affordable Energy Coalition's information requests discusses the impact of Non-Energy Benefits (NEBs) on Total Resource Cost (TRC) calculations for low-income rental programs. It explains that TRC is one of several considerations in program decisions and that including NEBs may influence whether a measure is included in the program.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-11: - Please provide a version of Appendix C using the annual avoided costs from NSPI's latest

AI summary The text refers to a request for a version of Appendix C that uses the annual avoided costs from NSPI's latest data, indicating a regulatory proceeding involving cost considerations and data usage.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-33: 2 3 Ref: Application, page 8, lines 19-21. 4 5 E1 states that "In addition, labour rates, fuel costs and Heating Degree Days were also 6 examined by VEIC, but no material differences between the two jurisd...

AI summary The document requests detailed information from VEIC regarding their analysis of labor costs, fuel costs, and Heating Degree Days in Massachusetts and Nova Scotia. VEIC responded by noting that labor rates in Nova Scotia are slightly higher, citing a conservative approach and referencing statistics from Statistics Canada.

E1 Responses to Nova Scotia Power Incorporated Information Requests 1 Request IR-36: 2 3 Ref: Attachment 4, page 20-21 of 64. 4 5 VEIC states that: 6 7 8 9 "…we decided to adopt the labour costs components of the Massachusetts NEBs for Nov...

AI summary VEIC responded to an information request regarding the adoption of Massachusetts NEB labour costs for Nova Scotia BNI measures, stating that they chose not to make additional adjustments due to EfficiencyOne's request for a balance between accuracy and expeditious, cost-efficient implementation.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL (shown in Table 1 below), which include avoided cost of energy and avoided cost of capacity. These current avoided costs do not include transmission and distribution avoided costs.

AI summary The text references avoided costs of energy and capacity, noting that transmission and distribution avoided costs are not included in the current figures.

4.3 Cost Allocation [76] Avon recommended the Board reduce the costs directly assigned to the large industrial class from $1.473 Million to $1.01 Million. In its Closing Submission Avon stated: The 2012 program costs that have been assigne...

AI summary Avon recommended reducing costs assigned to large industrial customers, citing a lack of evidence supporting their participation in efficiency programs. The Consumer Advocate argued that cost allocation for enabling strategies was inequitable, as residential ratepayers bore a disproportionate share of the costs despite limited access to DSM spending.

3.5.1 Program Development [56] E1's 2016-2018 DSM Resource Plan, as modified by the Quantum Agreement, recommends DSM investments for the three year period of: - (1) $36.9 million in 2016, - (2) $37.8 million in 2017, - (3) $38.8 million i...

AI summary E1's 2016-2018 DSM Resource Plan, modified by the Quantum Agreement, recommends total DSM investments of $113.5 million over three years. E1 argues that its plan is 38% less than the Mid-DSM level of the IRP and is consistent with past expenditures, ensuring affordability and cost-effectiveness for Nova Scotians.

- Using Central's performance after 2005 (when the Market Street store and the distribution centre at Lower South River began to operate) as a guide, PwC estimated the profits that would have been earned had Central established its planned...

AI summary PwC estimated the financial impact of not establishing the planned distribution centre and retail outlet at Lower South River at the start of 2001, considering factors such as inflation, smaller-than-planned distribution centre size, lost vendor discounts, and incremental operating costs. These estimates were adjusted in supplementary reports and accepted by the Board as 'past losses'.

ect until changed as the result of a further application or complaint or the Board's initiative. Also in Phase II existing interim rates may be confirmed or reduced and if reduced a refund is ordered. (See also Re Canadian Western Natural...

AI summary The text outlines procedures for rate adjustments by regulatory boards, referencing legal precedents and statutory considerations under the Gas Utilities Act (GUA). It emphasizes factors like prudent acquisition costs, depreciation, and working capital in rate base determinations, citing cases involving Alberta and Ontario energy boards.

Rate base - 37(1) In fixing just and reasonable rates, tolls or charges, or schedules of them, to be imposed, observed and followed afterwards by an owner of a gas utility, the Board shall determine a rate base for the property of the owne...

AI summary The Board must determine a rate base for gas utilities in Alberta, considering property costs, depreciation, and working capital, then set a fair return based on relevant factors. Key considerations include prudent acquisition costs, depreciation, amortization, depletion, and necessary working capital.

Base tarifaire - 37(1) Pour fixer des tarifs, des taux ou des charges justes et raisonnables, ou leurs barèmes, opposables au propriétaire d'un service de gaz et applicables par lui, la Commission établit une base tarifaire pour les biens...

AI summary The text outlines the process for establishing a just and reasonable tariff base for gas services in Alberta. The Commission considers initial costs, depreciation, and necessary capital, while determining a fair return based on relevant factors.

Base tarifaire 90(1) Pour fixer des tarifs, des taux ou des charges justes et raisonnables, ou leurs barèmes, opposables au propriétaire d'une entreprise de services public et applicables par lui, la Commission établit une base tarifaire p...

AI summary The text outlines the process for establishing a fair rate base for public utilities in Alberta, considering factors like initial costs, depreciation, working capital, and ensuring a just return for owners. The Commission evaluates these elements to determine equitable rates and charges applicable to public utility owners.