Topic:"Cost Considerations" in M12875

2.1 Forecast for 2023-2026 DSM Plan Period - 7 E1's four-year Plan forecast includes E1's actual savings results and expenditures from 2023, - 2024, and 2025, and the 2026 mid-course adjustment, which is described in further detail in - 9...

AI summary E1's 2023-2026 DSM Plan forecasts spending slightly below the approved $236.8 million while targeting 90% compliance with energy savings, demand savings, and capacity goals. The plan includes a 2026 mid-course adjustment and focuses on programs like Affordable Multifamily Housing and the Mi'kmaw Home Energy Efficiency Project.

2.1.1 Large general Mid-course adjusted expenditures for the large general rate class are higher than the 2026 Plan as Approved as results from large general participants in the BNI Demand Response program component spiked in 2026, compare...

AI summary Mid-course adjusted expenditures for the large general rate class exceed the 2026 Plan due to increased participation in the BNI Demand Response program. Available capacity achieved by participants rose from 0.6 MW in 2025 to 3.1 MW in 2026, leading to higher customer incentives as payments correlate with capacity achieved.