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2017 DSM EVALUATION REPORTS EFFICIENCY NOVA SCOTIA Final Report March 21, 2018 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 2017 DSM PROGRAMS EVALUATION EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 2 2017 DSM PROGRAMS EVALUATION EXECUTIVE SUMMARY APPENDICES 3 RESIDENTIAL EFFICIENT PRODUCT R...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Reports by Efficiency Nova Scotia assess residential and commercial programs, including efficient product rebates, custom incentives, and direct installation initiatives. The report evaluates program performance, introduces new codes and standards, and outlines residential energy efficiency efforts in Nova Scotia.
eenhouse gas LED Light-emitting diode MEPS Minimum energy performance standards MSHP Mini-split heat pump M&V Measurement and Verification NRCan Natural Resources Canada NTGR Net-to-gross ratio PCF Peak coincidence factor Project No. 6138...
AI summary The document is an executive summary evaluating Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 Demand-Side Management (DSM) programs, focusing on their effectiveness and compliance with energy efficiency goals.
efficiency of the building only and does not take into account occupant EnerGuide rating behaviour. It shows how energy efficient the home is through modelled heat losses of the home, based on several factors including building envelope ch...
AI summary The text defines key terms related to energy efficiency and greenhouse gas (GHG) metrics, including EnerGuide ratings, effective useful life, equivalent CO2, and evaluated savings. These concepts are used to assess building energy performance, measure the longevity of energy-saving measures, and quantify GHG emissions equivalencies.
savings ratio, etc.) validated or measured during the evaluation process. Unless otherwise specified, the evaluated savings are the first-year savings. Project No. 6138 iii Evaluation of 2017 DSM Programs Efficiency Nova Scotia Executive S...
AI summary The document outlines the evaluation of Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 demand-side management (DSM) programs, focusing on validated savings metrics such as net-to-gross ratio. The evaluation prioritizes first-year savings unless otherwise specified, emphasizing the importance of accurate measurement and verification processes.
The evaluation plan summarizes the program description, objectives, base Evaluation plan cases, documentation, evaluation methodology, budget and schedule. The first full year of energy savings generated by an energy efficiency First-year...
AI summary The text defines key metrics for evaluating energy efficiency programs, including first-year savings, free-ridership, gross energy savings, induced consumption, interactive effects, internal spillover, in-service rate, and lifetime energy savings. These terms are part of an evaluation plan to assess program effectiveness and measure energy savings.
rtain period before being installed, such as LED bulbs. The energy savings that occur over the lifetime of an energy efficiency Lifetime energy measure. Lifetime energy savings account for a measure’s effective useful savings life and any...
AI summary The text defines key terms related to energy efficiency program evaluation, including lifetime energy savings, line loss factor, net energy savings, and peak coincidence factor. These metrics are critical for measuring program effectiveness, accounting for system losses, market effects, and energy savings attribution.
The percentage of measure demand savings that coincide in time with the Peak coincidence factor annual peak demand of the entire electricity system. Project No. 6138 iv Evaluation of 2017 DSM Programs Efficiency Nova Scotia Executive Summa...
AI summary The text references the Peak coincidence factor (PCF), which measures the alignment of demand savings with annual peak electricity demand. It also mentions Project No. 6138 and the evaluation of 2017 DSM programs by Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS).
Efficiency Nova Scotia Executive Summary The demand savings that coincide in time with the expected annual peak Peak demand savings demand period of the entire electricity system. Precision The extent to which repeated measurements agree w...
AI summary The document defines key terms related to energy efficiency programs, including peak demand savings, random sampling error, tracked savings, and unitary savings. It emphasizes metrics for evaluating program effectiveness and measurement accuracy in demand-side management initiatives.
e.g., one-ton capacity Unitary savings of an air-source heat pump) or a participant (e.g., one participant taking part in a behaviour-based program). Project No. 6138 v Evaluation of 2017 DSM Programs Efficiency Nova Scotia Executive Summa...
AI summary The text references an evaluation of Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM programs, including examples like air-source heat pump savings and behavior-based participant engagement. Project No. 6138 is cited, focusing on program performance metrics.
oided GHG Emissions Quantification............................................................................ 13 3 IMPACT EVALUATION RESULTS ............................................................................................ 14 3...
AI summary The document evaluates the impact of Demand-Side Management (DSM) programs in Nova Scotia, analyzing residential and business initiatives, codes, standards, net-to-gross ratios, lifetime energy savings, and greenhouse gas reductions. It assesses portfolio performance, market evolution, and provides recommendations for DSM effectiveness.
................................................. 35 6 RECOMMENDATIONS .............................................................................................................. 37 7 INDIVIDUAL PROGRAM COMPONENT PERFORMANCE ..............
AI summary The document evaluates the 2017 Demand-Side Management (DSM) programs by Efficiency Nova Scotia, focusing on residential components including Appliance Retirement, Instant Savings, Home Energy Assessment, and Green Heat. It outlines program performance and recommendations for improvement.
........................... 37 Table 15: Recommendations for Appliance Retirement ....................................................................... 39 Table 16: Recommendations for Instant Savings .......................................
AI summary The document outlines recommendations for various energy efficiency programs evaluated by Efficiency Nova Scotia, including appliance retirement, home energy assessments, and business rebates. It references Project No. 6138 and the evaluation of 2017 DSM programs, highlighting initiatives under demand-side management and energy efficiency.
Efficiency Nova Scotia Executive Summary INTRODUCTION Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) is a franchise held by EfficiencyOne and is responsible for helping Nova Scotians improve the energy efficiency of their homes and workplaces. ENS designs,...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS), a franchise of EfficiencyOne, delivers energy efficiency programs funded by Nova Scotia Power and the Province of Nova Scotia. Econoler evaluated ENS's 2017 demand-side management (DSM) program portfolio and assessed impacts of Nova Scotia's energy efficiency codes, collaborating with CRA, Research Into Action, and other firms.
838 GWh. In addition to the savings generated by ENS DSM programs, Codes and Standards were found to have achieved energy savings of 21.914 GWh and peak demand savings of 4.028 MW at the generator2. 1 Throughout this report, energy savings...
AI summary This report evaluates ENS's 2017 DSM programs, noting 838 GWh in energy savings and 21.914 GWh from Codes & Standards (excluded as not ENS-conducted). It outlines evaluation objectives, methodology, impact results, and recommendations for program improvements.
Executive Summary 1 EVALUATION OBJECTIVES AND SCOPE The objectives of the 2017 evaluation of ENS DSM program components were to: › Assess the effectiveness of program component design and delivery › Determine the extent to which program co...
AI summary The 2017 evaluation of ENS DSM program components aimed to assess design effectiveness, implementation progress, energy savings, NTGR, and GHG emissions. The Evaluator introduced two new evaluation items: lifetime energy savings and avoided GHG emissions linked to electricity savings. Table 1 outlines programs evaluated in 2016 and 2017, with 'C' and 'R' indicating evaluation scope.
t is comprised of two services, Mail-in and Instant Rebates. In Table 1, “C” represents a complete evaluation, and “R” indicates that reduced evaluation activities were performed compared to 2016. Project No. 6138 3 Evaluation of 2017 DSM...
AI summary The text outlines the evaluation of 2017 DSM programs by Efficiency Nova Scotia, noting differences in evaluation scope between 2016 and 2017. Table 1 categorizes evaluations as complete ('C') or reduced ('R') for each program component.
Residential Efficient Appliance Retirement C C R Product Rebates Program Instant Savings C C R R Home Energy Assessment C C C C Existing Residential Green Heat C C C C C Program Efficient Product Installation C C C C New Residential Progra...
AI summary The text outlines residential and business energy efficiency programs in Nova Scotia, including rebate programs, home energy assessments, and strategic energy management initiatives. It notes evaluations of the Custom program's Retrofit service and challenges with the Strategic Energy Management (SEM) cohort's start date impacting participation.
ocess evaluation specifically targets the Retrofit service of the Custom program component. Due to the start date of the latest Strategic Energy Management (SEM) cohort, SEM did not have any participants who achieved savings in 2017; there...
AI summary The document discusses the 2017 evaluation of the Retrofit service in the Custom program and the Green Heat program. Process evaluations were prioritized due to changes in the Green Heat program, including the introduction of mini-split heat pumps (MSHPs) and high free-ridership. The evaluation aimed to assess the effectiveness of redesigned processes and marketing strategies.
re about the effectiveness of the program changes. Conducting an in-depth process evaluation and market evaluation helped identify ways to improve the program component design and marketing strategy. Project No. 6138 4 Evaluation of 2017 D...
AI summary The evaluation of 2017 DSM programs by Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) highlights the need for process and market evaluations to improve program design and marketing. Retrofit under the Custom program component contributes significantly to BNI net savings, but ENS must innovate to maintain participation as simpler projects shift to Business Energy Rebates.
Executive Summary 2 EVALUATION METHODOLOGY This section presents the methodology used and the activities carried out to evaluate ENS DSM program components and services. The Evaluator first reviewed all relevant documentation, particularly...
AI summary The evaluation of ENS DSM programs involved reviewing documentation, conducting interviews with stakeholders, and analyzing quantitative data with a 10% margin of error. The methodology included calculating margins of error for surveys, installation rates, and energy savings, with examples provided in Appendix II.
tions. Between August 2017 and January 2018, the Evaluator conducted 112 interviews with various stakeholders. Summaries of completed interviews for each program component are presented in Table 2. Project No. 6138 7 Evaluation of 2017 DSM...
AI summary The evaluation of 2017 DSM programs by Efficiency Nova Scotia involved 112 stakeholder interviews between August 2017 and January 2018, with summaries detailed in Table 2. The process focused on assessing program components through stakeholder feedback.
-store interviews were conducted at five of the participating retailers in September and October 2017. The intercept survey was meant to generate feedback on the following aspects of Instant Savings: › LED lamp purchases and expected uses...
AI summary The text describes interviews with retailers and an intercept survey evaluating 2017 DSM programs, focusing on LED lamp purchases, Instant Savings awareness, ENS, free-ridership, and demographics. Table 3 summarizes survey participation data for program components.
524 100 59 91 participants from the old path and 50 participants from the new path. 70 Mail-in participants and 60 Instant Rebates participants. 2.3 On-site Visits For the 2017 evaluation, the Evaluator visited a total of 309 participant s...
AI summary The 2017 DSM program evaluation involved 309 on-site visits to assess installation rates, technical characteristics, and savings calculations. Visits occurred across seasons, with specific focus on Efficient Product Installation, Small Business Energy Solutions, and Appliance Retirement programs, including recycling facility inspections.
ology. For the Instant Rebates service and some measures in Instant Savings, the unitary savings from the 2016 evaluation, which had been determined using this methodology, were applied again in 2017. 2.5 Project Files Review For those pro...
AI summary The evaluation of the 2017 DSM programs involved reviewing project files and applying unitary savings from the 2016 evaluation. Adjustments were made to savings calculations and extrapolated to similar projects, particularly in Custom and Small Business Energy Solutions and Green Heat.
.g. lighting projects). This methodology was applied to Custom and Small Business Energy Solutions, the Mail-in Rebates service of Business Energy Rebates and some measure categories under Green Heat. 2.6 Billing Analysis For Green Heat, a...
AI summary The text discusses energy efficiency programs and their evaluation methods, including billing and metering analyses for initiatives like Green Heat and Efficient Product Installation. These analyses aim to assess energy savings and ensure accurate data collection for program effectiveness.
with the peak demand period of the electricity grid in Nova Scotia. The Evaluator applied the results to the Instant Savings, Efficient Product Installation and Codes & Standards savings calculations. 2.8 Simulation Model Review A simulati...
AI summary The evaluation of 2017 DSM programs included a review of simulation models for new construction projects, an assessment of effective useful life values for energy-saving measures, and the consideration of multiple baselines for LED products across various programs to ensure accurate energy savings calculations.
oducts will no longer constitute an adequate baseline in the EUL of LED products and calculated an equivalent EUL that accurately yields lifetime energy savings when multiplying by first-year savings. 2.10 Avoided GHG Emissions Quantificat...
AI summary The document discusses the evaluation of 2017 DSM programs by Efficiency Nova Scotia, including the calculation of energy savings, peak demand reductions, and avoided GHG emissions using Nova Scotia-specific factors derived from Nova Scotia Power's 2016 data.
tracked energy and peak demand savings with those evaluated. The evaluated net- to-gross ratios, lifetime energy savings and greenhouse gas emission reductions are also presented in subsections below. 3.1 Individual Impact Evaluation Resul...
AI summary The document evaluates the energy and peak demand savings of the 2017 DSM programs, comparing evaluated net-to-gross ratios, lifetime energy savings, and greenhouse gas emission reductions. It outlines the methodology used to calculate adjusted gross savings and net savings, incorporating factors such as installation rates, in-service rates, and EUL values for efficient measures.
Results and Tracked Energy Savings at the Generator 2017 Energy Savings (GWh) Evaluated ENS DSM Program DSM Program Component Annual Annual Annual Annual Annual Lifetime Net Initial Adjusted Tracked Tracked NTGR Net Energy Gross Gross Gros...
AI summary The text presents a table outlining energy savings results and tracked energy savings at the generator level for DSM programs in 2017, including metrics such as annual initial and adjusted gross savings, net-to-gross ratio (NTGR), and annual lifetime net energy savings.
6.328 Due to the start date of the latest Strategic Energy Management (SEM) cohort, SEM did not have any participants who achieved savings in 2017; therefore, no evaluation was conducted for 2017. Project No. 6138 15 Evaluation of 2017 DSM...
AI summary The 2017 DSM program evaluation did not include Strategic Energy Management (SEM) due to the lack of participants achieving savings in that year. The document outlines the evaluation of 2017 DSM programs and includes a table showing peak demand savings at the generator level.
d Peak Demand Savings at the Generator 2017 Peak Demand Savings (MW) Evaluated ENS DSM Program DSM Program Component Annual Annual Annual Annual Initial Adjusted NTGR Net Tracked Net Gross Gross Savings Savings Savings Savings
AI summary This table presents peak demand savings data for various DSM programs in 2017, including evaluated savings, annual initial and adjusted gross savings, NTGR, net savings, and tracked net savings. ENS is referenced as a key entity in the context of DSM programs.
Appliance Retirement 0.740 0.740 0.60 0.443 0.368 Residential Efficient Product Rebates Instant Savings 2.993 2.993 0.85 2.558 5.186 Home Energy Assessment 2.535 2.348 0.76 1.981 2.029 Existing Residential Green Heat 4.271 5.114 0.60 3.073...
AI summary The text presents a table with various energy efficiency programs and their associated metrics, including appliance retirement, residential and business rebates, and custom incentives. It includes numerical data such as costs, quantities, and percentages, but no explicit discussion or arguments are made.
Energy Management Information Systems 0.137 0.255 1.00 0.255 0.137 Direct Installation Small Business Energy Solutions 2.068 1.538 0.89 1.363 1.804 BNI Subtotal 18.795 14.827 0.85 12.541 15.576 Portfolio Total 32.821 29.248 0.81 23.679 29....
AI summary The document provides an overview of the evaluation of 2017 demand-side management (DSM) programs by Efficiency Nova Scotia, focusing on residential programs and comparing tracked savings with evaluated savings.
Executive Summary The following subsections discuss how evaluated savings compare to ENS tracked savings for each program and component. 3.1.1 Residential DSM Programs Residential Efficient Product Rebates The Residential Efficient Product...
AI summary The Residential Efficient Product Rebates program achieved significant energy and peak demand savings in 2017, with Appliance Retirement and HomeWarming contributing notably. Evaluated savings exceeded tracked savings due to higher energy consumption in retired appliances and changes in the peak-demand-to-energy ratio for dehumidifiers.
er than the tracked net peak demand savings due to the higher revised energy savings as well as an increase in the peak-demand-to-energy ratio for dehumidifiers (from 0.000 to 0.335). Instant Savings In 2017, a total of 710,540 eligible pr...
AI summary The evaluation of the 2017 DSM programs in Nova Scotia shows that Instant Savings achieved 19.543 GWh in net energy savings and 2.588 MW in net peak demand savings. These figures are lower than tracked savings due to a decrease in LED lamp sales and a unitary savings review.
Efficiency Nova Scotia Executive Summary The evaluated net peak demand savings are 49 percent lower than the tracked net peak demand savings. This difference is largely due to the same reasons as the lower energy savings, but is further ex...
AI summary The evaluated net peak demand savings for Efficiency Nova Scotia's Existing Residential programs are 49% lower than tracked savings, primarily due to lower evaluated peak demand-to-energy ratios from the 2017 Residential Lighting Metering Study. Home Energy Assessment achieved 7.007 GWh in net energy savings and 1.981 MW in net peak demand savings, slightly lower than tracked values due to a reduction in spillover levels in 2017.
savings values are both 2 percent lower than those tracked by ENS. This difference is explained by a decrease in the NTGR value due to a reduction in 2017 spillover level compared to 2016. Green Heat The 2017 participation level for Green...
AI summary The Green Heat program saw increased participation in 2017, partly due to the eligibility of non-electrically heated homes for MSHP installations and the removal of pre-approval processes. However, energy savings were lower than expected due to decreased unitary savings for MSHPs and ASHPs and higher free-ridership levels for new participants. Peak demand savings were higher than tracked due to adjustments for installations in non-electrically heated homes.
er than those tracked by ENS due to the adjustment made for participants who installed an MSHP or ASHP in non-electrically heated households, for which ENS had tracked 0.0 MW in peak demand savings. Project No. 6138 18 Evaluation of 2017 D...
AI summary In 2017, the Efficient Product Installation program saw 13,672 households participate, with 377,875 efficient products installed. The program achieved 17.877 GWh in net energy savings and 2.129 MW in net peak demand savings. Evaluated savings were slightly lower than tracked savings, primarily due to a decrease in the installation rate of smart power controllers.
S tracked results to 57% in evaluated results). The adjustments made to the unitary savings and the interactive effects had only a small impact on the difference between tracked and evaluated savings. The evaluated net peak demand savings...
AI summary The New Residential program, including New Home Construction and the Passive House pilot, achieved energy and peak demand savings in 2017. Evaluated savings were higher than tracked savings due to increased market effects and changes in peak demand-to-energy ratios. The Efficient Product Installation program was introduced in 2017 following a merger of other programs.
n increased the 2017 NTGR value. 4 Efficient Product Installation was introduced in 2017 pursuant to a merger of the Residential Direct Install and Rental Properties & Condos program components. Project No. 6138 19 Evaluation of 2017 DSM P...
AI summary The 2017 NTGR value was increased, and the Efficient Product Installation program was introduced through a merger. The Passive House pilot had lower energy and peak demand savings due to a high free-ridership rate. Business Energy Rebates achieved significant energy savings, but evaluated net energy savings were adjusted downward due to lower performance in both Mail-in and Instant Rebates.
r 2016 levels. Overall, the evaluated net energy savings are 8 percent lower than the tracked values due to downward adjustments to both Mail-in and Instant Rebates savings (3% and 11% respectively). For Mail-in, due to efforts made by ENS...
AI summary The evaluated net energy savings for 2017 are 8% lower than tracked values, mainly due to adjustments in Mail-in and Instant Rebates. Net peak demand savings are 34% lower than tracked values, with significant reductions attributed to a single HVAC project and changes in the peak coincidence factor for indoor lighting products.
Energy Management Information Systems components, which are part of the Custom Incentives program, achieved 22.407 GWh in net energy savings and 3.892 MW in net peak demand savings at the generator. Project No. 6138 20 Evaluation of 2017 D...
AI summary The Custom Incentives program achieved significant energy and peak demand savings in 2017, but evaluated savings were 8% below tracked values, primarily due to a 27% reduction in New Construction energy savings. Energy Management Information Systems components contributed 22.407 GWh in net energy savings and 3.892 MW in net peak demand savings.
peak demand savings explain most of this variation; those adjustments increased the evaluated savings by 1.012 MW for both the gross and net peak demand savings. Energy Management Information Systems Four participants reported savings in 2...
AI summary The evaluation of 2017 DSM programs highlights energy savings from Energy Management Information Systems and Direct Installation initiatives, particularly noting the impact of adjustments on evaluated savings and the contribution of peak demand savings. The Small Business Energy Solutions program achieved significant net energy and peak demand savings.
- - 1 b Custom Custom Retrofit 9% 0% 0.91 Project No. 6138 24 Evaluation of 2017 DSM Programs Efficiency Nova Scotia Executive Summary Free- Spillover Program Component or Service and Measures ridership NTGR Levels Levels New Construction...
AI summary The text provides a summary of the 2017 DSM (Demand-side Management) programs evaluated by Efficiency Nova Scotia, including details on program components such as new construction, building optimization, and energy management information systems. It also references free-ridership levels and NTGR (Net-to-gross ratio) metrics for each component.
ch are offered across several program components and represent most of the 2017 energy savings, remained quite high in 2017. This result is discussed in the Market Evolution Section (section 5) below. 3.3 Lifetime Energy Savings The Evalua...
AI summary The evaluation of 2017 DSM programs highlights that energy savings remained high, with the ENS portfolio generating 1,620.838 GWh in lifetime energy savings. Measures affecting the building envelope, such as insulation, have longer effective useful lives, contributing significantly to lifetime savings.
Efficiency Nova Scotia Executive Summary Table 8: 2017 Evaluated Net Lifetime Energy Savings at the Generator Annual Net Lifetime Net Weighted Energy Energy Average DSM Program DSM Program Component Savings Savings EUL (GWh) (GWh) (years)...
AI summary The document presents a table titled '2017 Evaluated Net Lifetime Energy Savings at the Generator' under the Efficiency Nova Scotia program, focusing on residential demand-side management (DSM) programs and their components, including annual net lifetime energy savings and weighted average EUL.
12.4 Due to the start date of the latest Strategic Energy Management (SEM) cohort, SEM did not have any participants who achieved savings in 2017; therefore, no evaluation was conducted for 2017. 3.4 Greenhouse Gas Emission Reductions The...
AI summary The 2017 DSM program evaluation did not include Strategic Energy Management (SEM) due to the start date of the latest cohort. The evaluation also calculated avoided GHG emissions from the DSM portfolio for the first time in 2017.
Table 9: Evaluated Avoided GHG Emissions in 2017 Avoided GHG DSM Program Program Component Emissions CO2 eq Tonnes Residential Appliance Retirement 2,021 Residential Efficient Product Rebates Instant Savings 12,764 Home Energy Assessment 4...
AI summary The table presents evaluated avoided GHG emissions in 2017 across various demand-side management (DSM) programs, including appliance retirement, efficient product rebates, home energy assessments, and business energy rebates, with total avoided emissions amounting to 35,184 CO2 eq tonnes.
Energy Management Information Systems 916 Direct Installation Small Business Energy Solutions 5,151 BNI Subtotal 50,209 Portfolio Total 85,393 Codes & Standards 14,312 Total (Portfolio and C&S) 99,705 Due to the start date of the latest St...
AI summary The document discusses the evaluation of 2017 demand-side management (DSM) programs by Efficiency Nova Scotia, including the quantification of avoided GHG emissions and the exclusion of certain measures like fuel-switching in new construction.
Efficiency Nova Scotia Executive Summary 4 DSM PORTFOLIO PERFORMANCE This section presents an analysis of how evaluated savings compare to ENS’s planned savings at both the portfolio and program component levels. Satisfaction results, hist...
AI summary This section analyzes the performance of Efficiency Nova Scotia's demand-side management (DSM) portfolio, comparing planned savings with evaluated results for 2017. It outlines satisfaction results, historical performance, and contributions from individual program components.
Mid-course Evaluated Variance Planned Savings Results DSM Program Program Component GWh MW GWh MW GWh MW (%) (%) Residential Residential Appliance Retirement 2.6 0.3 3.094 0.443 18% 50% Efficient Product Rebates Instant Savings 20.0 3.3 19...
AI summary The document evaluates the performance of various demand-side management (DSM) programs, comparing planned savings against actual results. Residential programs like appliance retirement and efficient product rebates show mixed outcomes, with some programs underperforming while others slightly exceed expectations. BNI programs also show positive variance in energy savings.
37.2 5.9 46.583 7.286 25% 24% Rebates Custom 24.8 1.9 21.005 3.637 -15% 95% Custom Energy Management Information 4.0 0.1 1.402 0.255 -65% 88% Incentives Systems Strategic Energy Management 1.7 0.2 0.000 0.000 -100% -100% Direct Installatio...
AI summary The ENS DSM portfolio achieved 130.749 GWh in net energy savings, 4% below the planned target, with residential programs contributing 53.872 GWh, 10% below expectations. Net peak demand savings of 23.679 MW exceeded the planned target by 13%.
y savings were 10 percent lower than planned due to lower than expected savings from the Existing Residential and New Residential programs, which were both 16 percent below the planned energy savings. The underperformance of those two prog...
AI summary The 2017 DSM programs underperformed in some areas, particularly in the Existing and New Residential programs due to lower participation. However, the Appliance Retirement and Home Energy Assessment programs exceeded planned savings. Green Heat also contributed unexpectedly higher demand savings, especially from heat pumps in non-electrically heated households.
Heat. For the latter, no peak demand savings had been anticipated for heat pumps installed in non-electrically heated households. Therefore, the planned demand savings were lower than actual results. The ENS BNI programs achieved 76.877 GW...
AI summary The ENS BNI programs achieved significant energy savings, exceeding planned targets, primarily due to strong performance in Business Energy Rebates. However, some components underperformed due to lower participation. Participant and partner satisfaction remained high, with positive feedback on professionalism and quality of work.
erformed. As for partners, most were satisfied with their interactions with ENS and value their involvement in the program. Table 11 below presents satisfaction scores obtained in the 2017 evaluation. Participants gave all program componen...
AI summary The 2017 evaluation of Efficiency Nova Scotia's DSM programs shows high participant satisfaction across most components, with the exception of New Home Construction. The merger of two programs into Efficient Product Installation was well-received, but partner satisfaction with Instant Savings declined due to frustrations with a price floor for LED products.
Participant Partner DSM Program Program Component or Service Satisfaction Satisfaction Residential Residential Efficient Product Rebates Instant Savings - 7.0 Home Energy Assessment 8.6 8.3 Green Heat - Old Path 9.0 6.8 Existing Residentia...
AI summary The text presents a table of satisfaction ratings for various DSM program components and services, and mentions a section on historical portfolio analysis covering program performance and composition changes between 2013 and 2017.
ance and contribution of individual program components to portfolio savings, providing a historical overview between 2013 and 2017 of component performance and changes in DSM portfolio composition. Project No. 6138 31 Evaluation of 2017 DS...
AI summary The document evaluates the 2017 DSM programs, focusing on the performance of individual program components and changes in the DSM portfolio composition between 2013 and 2017.
Table 12: Evaluated Net Energy Savings at the Generator, 2013-2017 Energy (GWh) Energy (% of Total Portfolio) DSM Program DSM Program Component 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Residential Residential Efficient Appliance R...
AI summary The table presents evaluated net energy savings from residential DSM programs between 2013 and 2017, highlighting energy savings in gigawatt hours and their percentage of the total portfolio for various program components.
37.275 24.607 15.675 16.360 23% 16% 11% 12% (Residential Direct Installc) 17.877 14% Efficient Product Installation (Rental 2.100 2.720 3.287 2.638 1% 2% 2% 2% Properties and Condos Serviced) New Residential New Home Construction 5.890 4.5...
AI summary The text presents numerical data related to energy efficiency programs, including residential and BNI (Business, non-profit and institutional) initiatives. It includes figures for various programs like Efficient Product Installation, Home Energy Report, and Business Energy Rebates, along with percentages and values associated with them.
19% 15% 16% 16% Energy Management Information Custom Incentives - 5.006 3.786 2.018 1.402 - 3% 3% 2% 1% Systems Strategic Energy Management - - 2.269 2% Direct Installation Small Business Energy Solutions 12.649 13.175 7.034 4.123 7.887 8%...
AI summary The text provides a breakdown of energy efficiency program participation and savings across various initiatives, including Custom Incentives, Strategic Energy Management, and HomeWarming, with data spanning multiple years and program adjustments. Notes explain program name changes and consolidations over time.
rebate from Business Energy Rebates and Instant Rebates from Smart Lighting Choices. f Custom includes Custom Retrofit, Custom New Construction and, in 2014-2015, Existing Building Commissioning. Project No. 6138 32 Evaluation of 2017 DSM...
AI summary The document evaluates the net peak demand savings from 2013 to 2017 for various Demand-Side Management (DSM) programs under Efficiency Nova Scotia. It includes program components such as Custom Retrofit, Custom New Construction, and Existing Building Commissioning.
% 6% BNI Subtotal 16.937 11.566 9.507 10.773 12.541 50% 43% 42% 42% 53% Portfolio Total 34.096 27.077 22.673 25.97 23.679 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% a 2012, 2013 and 2014 Green Heat results include the Solar component. In early 2015, ENS inc...
AI summary This document evaluates the 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) programs under Efficiency Nova Scotia, providing an executive summary that outlines key findings and performance metrics related to energy efficiency initiatives.
rcent increase in energy savings over 2016 due mainly to lower free- ridership. In addition, Appliance Retirement had a 14 percent increase over 2016 due to mostly upward revisions in unitary savings. The BNI components saw a 13 percent in...
AI summary Energy savings increased in 2017 compared to 2016, driven by lower free-ridership and improved performance in BNI components like Business Energy Rebates and Small Business Energy Solutions. Residential contributions decreased due to rising business sector savings.
ctor contributed at least 50 percent in all previous years. This is mostly due to the steady increase in savings from Business Energy Rebates, which went from 28 percent in 2016 to 36 percent in 2017. Since ENS transitioned in 2015 toward...
AI summary The evaluation highlights that ENS's energy savings have increased, largely due to Business Energy Rebates and the shift to LED lighting. Lighting measures accounted for a significant portion of savings in 2017, similar to 2016. The Evaluator suggests ENS should continue adapting its offerings to maximize savings and diversify efficient measures.
ndicated by the various retailer types that participate in Instant Savings. As part of the Instant Savings evaluation, the Evaluator calculated a 32 percent free-ridership level for LED lamps in 2017. The Business Energy Rebates program co...
AI summary The evaluation of the 2017 DSM programs indicates a high free-ridership level for LED lamps in both residential and BNI sectors, with 32 to 38 percent free-ridership. Despite declining barriers to LED adoption, there is still potential to influence consumer decisions as the technology approaches maturity in both markets.
ary sources were unavailable).7 However, despite the high prevalence of MSHPs on the market and in Green Heat, there has been very little change in the overall efficiency of incented units since 2015. The market for MSHPs continues to evol...
AI summary The document discusses the market evolution of Mini-split Heat Pumps (MSHPs) in Nova Scotia, noting limited improvements in efficiency despite high market prevalence. It also highlights the implementation of past evaluation recommendations by Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) for the 2017 DSM programs.
entation. This represents an opportunity for ENS to increase energy and peak demand savings while mitigating the risk of declining lighting energy and peak demand savings. Project No. 6138 37 Evaluation of 2017 DSM Programs Efficiency Nova...
AI summary The document discusses the performance of the Appliance Retirement program under ENS's 2017 DSM initiatives, highlighting its continued success in encouraging the retirement of inefficient appliances and educating participants on maintenance costs.
the margins of error. The average annual consumption values of metered appliances retired were within ranges similar to those of 2016, with the exception of freezers manufactured in 1994 and earlier. The unitary savings values of each type...
AI summary The Appliance Retirement program achieved more than its target energy and peak demand savings in 2017, resulting in significant GHG emission reductions. The Evaluator recommends optimizations to further improve the program's performance.
ARet-R1. Continue to perform the metering activity to increase sample sizes. This year, the Evaluator developed a new metering protocol, which greatly improved the quality of the metering data. Although the metering approach used in 2017 w...
AI summary The Evaluator recommends continuing the metering activity in 2018 using the same protocol as in 2017 to increase sample sizes and improve data quality. They also suggest minor changes, such as using a better tool to measure power factor and measuring the inside temperature of old appliances. Additionally, the Evaluator recommends using unitary savings values established in this year’s evaluation for appliances retired through the ARet pilot and improving the tracking process.
e pilot. The Evaluator also recommends improving the tracking process by clearly identifying the appliances retired through the pilot. 7.1.2 Instant Savings In 2017, a total of 710,540 eligible products were sold in participating stores ac...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Program saw a decrease in LED lamp sales due to the introduction of a price floor, though sales remained higher than previous years. The Evaluator recommends improving tracking of retired appliances through the pilot program.
rator. These savings represent 12,764 tonnes of CO2 eq in terms of annual avoided GHG emissions. Based on a weighted average EUL value of 9.2 years, the net lifetime energy savings are 179.116 GWh. Project No. 6138 40 Evaluation of 2017 DS...
AI summary The evaluation of the 2017 DSM programs recommends continuing support for expanding LED bulb adoption in Nova Scotia while considering reducing incentives for A-type bulbs and exploring opportunities to shift focus to less adopted bulb types.
ements were also praised. Although EAs viewed the tiered incentive approach as an effective one for encouraging participants to implement more measures, they found the rebate calculation challenging. Project No. 6138 41 Evaluation of 2017...
AI summary The evaluation of the 2017 DSM programs found that the tiered incentive approach was effective, but rebate calculations were challenging. Home Energy Assessment saw increased electrical savings due to more participants installing space-heating appliances. Free-ridership was 25%, slightly lower than 28% in 2016, and internal spillover was 1%, lower than previous years. The NTGR was calculated at 0.76.
nges, the Evaluator recommends continuing this effort while trying to make this structure as simple and straightforward as possible for both EAs and participants. HEA-R2. Conduct a billing analysis to review the overestimation ratio. The E...
AI summary The document discusses the evaluation of the 2017 DSM programs, highlighting changes to the Green Heat program in August 2017, including its relaunch as a mail-in rebate program and the elimination of the pre-approval process. It also mentions the need for a billing analysis to address overestimation ratios in the HEA program.
and eligibility criteria are categorized into two paths identified as the old path and new path. Homeowners who were pre-approved for Green Heat before August 1, 2017 were eligible under the old path. The 2017 participation level was much...
AI summary The Green Heat program had two eligibility paths, with higher participation in 2017 due to expanded eligibility and the removal of pre-approval. Most participants were satisfied, but rebate amounts were a concern. Energy savings from MSHP installations were analyzed, showing lower unitary savings compared to 2016.
n 2016 to establish more accurate unitary savings values. This value was lower than the one obtained in the 2016 evaluation, which explains why average savings per participant decreased significantly. For the first time, a billing analysis...
AI summary The 2017 DSM program evaluation shows lower energy savings per participant compared to 2016, partly due to more accurate unitary savings values and the presence of other heating systems. Free-ridership increased for new path participants due to easier application processes.
Efficiency Nova Scotia Executive Summary Green Heat aimed to achieve 3.5 GWh in net energy savings and 1.7 MW in net peak demand savings at the generator for 2017. The Evaluator found that it achieved 2.980 GWh in net energy savings and 3....
AI summary The Green Heat program achieved significant energy and peak demand savings in 2017, but the Evaluator recommends re-analyzing ASHP billing data in 2018 to improve accuracy due to small sample sizes and the need for better categorization of participants based on their existing heating systems.
ctrically heated households generated lower savings, this feedback could provide more insight on whether the inclusion of this measure in Green Heat should be reconsidered. GH-R3. Improve the collection of technical information about ASHPs...
AI summary The evaluation highlights the need to reconsider the inclusion of electrically heated households in the Green Heat program due to lower savings. It also recommends improving the collection of technical data on air-source heat pumps (ASHPs) to enhance the accuracy of peak demand savings calculations, especially with increased ASHP installations.
cy Nova Scotia Executive Summary No. Recommendations GH-R4. Gather additional information to further characterize the MSHP market. While the market indicators presented in the Market Evolution section of this report provide some indication...
AI summary The report recommends gathering additional data on the MSHP market in Nova Scotia and developing a list of eligible ASHP equipment to improve clarity for participants. Current data is limited, and there is a need for better transparency regarding eligible equipment.
t since 2011. A total of 420 participants completed projects and generated electrical savings under New Home Construction in 2017. Six participants completed a project through the Passive House pilot. The participants and builders intervie...
AI summary The New Home Construction program and Passive House pilot in 2017 had moderate participant satisfaction, with participants and builders citing low rebates and complicated processes as main issues. Free-ridership was 29% for New Home Construction and 61% for the Passive House pilot, with market effects at 35% for New Home Construction, showing an increase from 2016.
hip at 61 percent. Based on the free-ridership and market effects levels established, the NTGRs for New Home Construction and the Passive House pilot were established at 1.06 and 0.39 respectively. Project No. 6138 47 Evaluation of 2017 DS...
AI summary The evaluation of the 2017 DSM programs by Efficiency Nova Scotia found that New Home Construction and the Passive House pilot achieved significant energy and peak demand savings, contributing to GHG emission reductions. The Evaluator recommends optimizing the program component based on the results.
d in Table 20, to optimize this program component. Table 20: Recommendations for New Home Construction No. Recommendations NHC-R1. Conduct a process evaluation for NHC in 2018. During the 2017 evaluation, participants and builders made cer...
AI summary The text recommends conducting a process evaluation for the New Home Construction (NHC) program in 2018 to address declining participation and optimize the program. The evaluation should include benchmarking studies, consultations with builders, and market data analysis to identify barriers and improve the program's effectiveness.
straightforward participation process. Market data should also be collected to obtain insights about market forces that may be influencing the decline in NHC participation. NHC-R2. Conduct a billing analysis to review the overestimation ra...
AI summary The text discusses the need for a billing analysis to assess the overestimation ratio in the New Home Construction (NHC) program, as well as participation trends in business energy rebate programs. It highlights the importance of market data collection and the increase in rebate product sales in 2017.
Executive Summary Table 21: Recommendations for Business Energy Rebates No. Recommendations BER-R1. Continue to monitor the market evolution of LED lamps and adapt the BER offer when needed. The 2017 evaluation served to confirm solid mark...
AI summary The document recommends that ENS continue to monitor the evolution of the LED market, particularly as market barriers decrease and adoption increases. It suggests that ENS should remove certain product categories from the Business Energy Rebate program when market transformation reaches a high level, based on indicators such as retail prices and market share.
2017, ENS made efforts to provide more support for participants to better understand the Building Optimization process. The impact of this change on participation levels should be noticeable in 2018. Project No. 6138 50 Evaluation of 2017...
AI summary In 2017, ENS improved support for participants in the Building Optimization process, with expected impacts on participation levels in 2018. Consultants and participants expressed high satisfaction with the Retrofit service, citing technical assistance, interactions with ENS staff, and the overall effectiveness of the program compared to similar initiatives elsewhere in Canada.
ipant-specific baseline used by ENS results in gross savings being net of free-ridership. Free-ridership for Building Optimization was confirmed in 2017 to be nil through interviews with participants. Collectively, Retrofit, New Constructi...
AI summary The evaluation of 2017 DSM programs by Efficiency Nova Scotia found that the participant-specific baseline used resulted in net savings after accounting for free-ridership, which was confirmed as nil for Building Optimization. The programs achieved significant energy and peak demand savings, equivalent to 13,719 tonnes of CO2 eq in avoided emissions.
isted in Table 22, to optimize this program component. Table 22: Recommendations for Custom No. Recommendations Custom-R1. Continue relying on BDMs to assist participants and find new markets. The 2017 evaluation showed that many participa...
AI summary The text recommends continuing to use Business Development Managers (BDMs) to support participants and identify new markets for the Custom program. BDMs have been successful in engaging participants, particularly in the aquaculture industry, and are seeking new opportunities in industrial and agricultural sectors.
, the Evaluator recommends that ENS continue to expand outreach efforts via BDM contacts with specific business groups in the industrial and agricultural sectors. Custom-R2. Continue conducting an in-depth review of energy models as part o...
AI summary The Evaluator recommends that ENS continue expanding outreach through BDM contacts with industrial and agricultural business groups and improve staff capacity to identify discrepancies in energy models, particularly in heat pump systems and baseline calculations, by providing tools and training.
make his or her building function normally and the real energy-saving opportunities for improving energy performance above a minimum level. Better objective-setting would allow Project No. 6138 52 Evaluation of 2017 DSM Programs Efficiency...
AI summary The evaluation of 2017 DSM programs highlights the need for better documentation of basecase conditions for Building Optimization projects and notes that Energy Management Information Systems (EMIS) projects showed limited progress in generating savings compared to previous years.
in peak demand savings. For the two projects with incremental savings calculated by the service provider, the Evaluator found that the incremental baselines used by the service provider were adequate. Again in 2017, free-ridership and spil...
AI summary The evaluation of the 2017 DSM programs by Efficiency Nova Scotia found that Energy Management Information Systems achieved 1.402 GWh in net energy savings and 0.255 MW in net peak demand savings. The Evaluator also recommended optimizations for the program based on the results.
cts by gathering the baseline data before their implementation and made the necessary baseline adjustments afterwards. 7.2.4 Small Business Energy Solutions In 2017, among the 417 projects completed through Small Business Energy Solutions,...
AI summary The 2017 Small Business Energy Solutions program saw 417 completed projects, with 88% using the DIY path. Participants were generally satisfied with the program, though some had concerns about incentive amounts and energy savings.
survey and on-site visits with participants. The survey results revealed a free-ridership level of 7 percent for the audit path and 13 percent for the DIY path, and the spillover was found to be nil. Small Business Energy Solutions aimed t...
AI summary The evaluation of the Small Business Energy Solutions program found a 7% free-ridership rate for the audit path and 13% for the DIY path, with no spillover effects. The program achieved 7.887 GWh in net energy savings and 1.363 MW in net peak demand savings, avoiding 5,151 tonnes of CO2 eq annually. The Evaluator recommends optimizations based on these findings.
Executive Summary Table 24: Recommendations for Small Business Energy Solutions No. Recommendations SBES-R1. Implement an internal procedure to identify and thoroughly review the most complex custom projects to ensure savings calculation a...
AI summary The document recommends implementing a detailed review process for complex custom energy projects to ensure accurate savings calculations. It highlights the need for specialized technical knowledge and suggests seeking assistance from the Custom Incentive Program’s personnel, who have the necessary expertise.
e SBES team to seek assistance from the Custom Incentive Program’s personnel, who already have the skills and expertise needed for reviewing this type of project. SBES-R2. Closely monitor the new lighting application forms’ effectiveness t...
AI summary The document discusses the evaluation of the 2017 DSM programs by Efficiency Nova Scotia, focusing on the need for improved monitoring of new lighting application forms and collaboration with the Custom Incentive Program to enhance project review processes.
included. The Evaluator recommends continuing to evaluate the impacts associated with lighting, street-lighting and building codes in 2018 since they provide significant savings. Project No. 6138 58 Evaluation of 2017 DSM Programs Efficien...
AI summary The document outlines the evaluation of 2017 DSM (Demand Side Management) programs by Efficiency Nova Scotia, including appendices such as a bibliography, calculation of margins of error, and NTGR calculations. The evaluation focuses on the impact of lighting, street-lighting, and building codes implemented in 2018, which are noted to provide significant energy savings.
Efficiency Nova Scotia Executive Summary – Appendix Report TABLE OF CONTENTS APPENDIX I BIBLIOGRAPHY .............................................................................................................. 1 APPENDIX II CALCULATION O...
AI summary This document is an executive summary and appendix report evaluating the 2017 DSM (Demand Side Management) programs conducted by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It includes appendices detailing the bibliography, calculation of margins of error, and NTGR (Net-to-Gross Ratio) calculations.
, Refrigerator-Freezers and Freezers, 10 CFR Part 430, April, 28, 1997 U.S. EPA and DOE, Savings Calculator for ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, October 2016. Project No. 6138 1 Evaluation of 2017 DSM Programs Efficiency Nova Scotia Execu...
AI summary The document outlines the evaluation of 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) programs by Efficiency Nova Scotia, providing an executive summary and appendix report for Project No. 6138.
dence and Security Act. Public Law 110-140 (2007)”, www.epa.gov/laws-regulations/summary-energy-independence-and-security-act (Last accessed January 19, 2018). Project No. 6138 3 Evaluation of 2017 DSM Programs Efficiency Nova Scotia Execu...
AI summary This document is an evaluation report of the 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) programs conducted by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It provides an executive summary and is part of a larger appendix report.
Conference, Baltimore, MD, 2017, http://www.cadmusgroup.com/papers-reports/evaluation-of- verifying-cold-climate-air-source-heat-pumps-in-electrically-heated-residential-homes/.(Last accessed December 4, 2017). DATABASE FOR ENERGY EFFICIEN...
AI summary The document references various studies and reports evaluating energy efficiency programs, including residential fuel substitution pilots and heat pump impact analyses, as part of an evaluation of 2017 DSM (Demand Side Management) programs by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
ov/sites/prod/files/2015/02/f19/UMPChapter23-estimating-net-savings_0.pdf (Last accessed November 21, 2016). New Home NATURAL RESOURCES CANADA. “Energy Efficiency Regulations. General Service Lamps and Modified Construction Spectrum Incand...
AI summary The document references various regulatory and legislative materials related to energy efficiency, including Natural Resources Canada regulations, the Nova Scotia Building Code, and the Energy Independence and Security Act. It also mentions an evaluation of 2017 DSM (Demand Side Management) programs by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
018). Natural Resources Canada. Forward Regulatory Plan 2017-19, http://www.nrcan.gc.ca/energy/regulations-codes-standards/18318 (Last accessed January 24, 2018). NOVA SCOTIA POWER. Open Access Same-Time Information System, Hourly Total Ne...
AI summary This document is an executive summary of an appendix report evaluating the 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) programs conducted by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It provides an overview of the evaluation process and findings related to the effectiveness and performance of these programs.
US EPA. “Summary of the Energy Independence and Security Act. Public Law 110-140 (2007)”. Online : www.epa.gov/laws-regulations/summary-energy-independence-and-security-act Project No. 6138 7 Evaluation of 2017 DSM Programs Efficiency Nova...
AI summary The document references the U.S. EPA's summary of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 and is part of an evaluation of 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) programs conducted by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
://www.neep.org/initiatives/high- efficiency-products/emerging-technologies/ashp/cold-climate-air-source-heat-pump (Last accessed January 24, 2018) NOVA SCOTIA POWER. “Total System Emissions”, accessed December 17, 2017, http://www.nspower...
AI summary The text includes references to external sources related to energy efficiency initiatives and a project number and title related to the evaluation of 2017 DSM programs by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It provides context for the proceeding through citations and an executive summary.
ttp://www.nrcan.gc.ca/energy/regulations-codes-standards/12342 (Last accessed February 5, 2018) NATURAL RESOURCES CANADA. Energy Efficiency Act: Regulations Amending the Energy Efficiency Regulations, September 22, 2011, available at http:...
AI summary The document references multiple energy efficiency regulations and guidelines from Natural Resources Canada and Nova Scotia, highlighting legislative actions related to road lighting and energy efficiency standards. It also mentions an evaluation of 2017 DSM (Demand Side Management) programs by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
Efficiency Nova Scotia Executive Summary – Appendix Report
AI summary The document is an executive summary and appendix report from Efficiency Nova Scotia, likely providing an overview of energy efficiency initiatives and related information.
statcan.gc.ca/pub/64-001-x/64-001-x2015012-eng.pdf (Last accessed January 15, 2018) STATISTICS CANADA. Catalogue Table 026-0002 Building permits, dwelling units by type of dwelling and area, 2016, available at http://www5.statcan.gc.ca/can...
AI summary This section discusses the calculation of margins of error for various programs, including the Efficient Product Installation, Business Energy Rebates Mail-in, and Green Heat programs. It outlines the methodology used to determine margins of error for surveys, installation rates, adjustment ratios, free-ridership levels, and energy consumption measurements.
2.35 1.64 5 2.78 2.13 1.53 10 2.26 1.83 1.38 15 2.14 1.76 1.35 20 2.09 1.73 1.33 25 2.06 1.71 1.32 30 2.05 1.70 1.31 ∞ 1.96 1.64 1.28 Coefficient z, which corresponds to the value of coefficient t for an infinite sample size, and is used f...
AI summary The text discusses the calculation of a margin of error for program components, using a confidence level of 90 percent, a proportion of 0.50, and a total number of Efficient Product Installation non-low-income participants equal to 7,625, resulting in a margin of error of 8.2 percent. The calculation excludes Appliance Retirement, Custom, and EMIS due to lack of participant surveys or use of census-based approaches.
xcept Appliance Retirement and Custom (for which no participant survey was conducted this year) and EMIS (for which a census-based survey approach was used). Margin of Error of the Installation Rates In Efficient Product Installation, LED...
AI summary The document discusses the calculation of the margin of error for installation rates in the Efficient Product Installation program, using LED lamps as an example. It outlines the process for calculating the weighted average and weighted standard deviation of installation rates based on on-site visits to participating households.
ation of the adjustment ratios for these measures as an example. Below are the steps to calculate the margin of error for the adjustment ratio used on energy savings generated by lighting measures. Project No. 6138 13 Evaluation of 2017 DS...
AI summary The document outlines the calculation of the weighted average and weighted standard deviation of adjustment ratios for lighting measures in the 2017 DSM programs. The weighted average adjustment ratio is determined to be 0.927, with a weighted standard deviation of 0.360.
following formula was used to calculate the weighted standard deviation. ∑ ∑ 0.360 Where N represents the number of measures reviewed as part of the impact evaluation and N’ represents the number of reviewed measures for which the tracked...
AI summary The weighted standard deviation for the adjustment ratio of energy savings for lighting measures was calculated at 0.360. The margin of error for this adjustment ratio was determined to be 6.4 percent, using a population size of 503. These calculations were performed for specific program components including Small Business Energy Solutions, Business Energy Rebates, and Custom Retrofit services.
h Green Heat in fully electrically heated households. This methodology was applied to calculate the margins of error of metered results. Below are the steps followed to calculate this margin of error. Calculation of the Average of Unitary...
AI summary This section outlines the methodology used to calculate the margin of error for unitary savings values in fully electrically heated households. It describes the calculation of the average, standard deviation, and margin of error for heat pump efficiency.
eport Calculation of the Margin of Error The margin of error of the unitary savings value was established by using the following formula, which applies to samples drawn from an infinite population. 0.022 √ Where N is the sample size, while...
AI summary The margin of error for unitary savings value was calculated using a formula for infinite population samples. The margin of error for MSHPs in fully electrically heated homes was determined as 0.022 kWh/Btu/h. This calculation was applied to Green Heat and Appliance Retirement and the Residential Lighting Metering Study.
(FRM4a;FRM5;FRM6) Free-ridership PA2 - 0% - 83% - 33% CI2/4a. [Your previous participation in an ENS program]/[The energy efficiency promotional materials distributed by ENS] was a major factor in your decision to install 1 0 0 a [EQUIPMEN...
AI summary The text presents a survey with questions about the influence of energy efficiency promotional materials from ENS on customer decisions regarding home heating equipment installation and evaluation. Respondents are asked whether these materials prompted them to engage with contractors or consider energy savings when selecting heating systems.
1 1 1 savings on your energy bill when evaluating different heating systems for your home. (Agree or Disagree) IF CI = 0 OR 1, Revised FR = FR Revised Free-ridership IF CI = 2, Revised FR = FR .75 - 0% - 83% - 25% IF CI = 3, Revised FR = F...
AI summary The text discusses the evaluation of 2017 DSM programs by Efficiency Nova Scotia, including a free-ridership calculation methodology that adjusts based on customer involvement (CI) levels, with revised free-ridership rates ranging from 0% to 83%.
m IF 1, 2 or 3: END 4 - NA - NA - 2. Purchased a new electric heating system IF 4: ASK FRM3 3. Purchased a new non-electric heating system (e.g. oil or gas system) 4. Purchased a heat pump FRM3. [ASK IF FRM2=4] If the program had not been...
AI summary The text outlines a form used to assess customer behavior related to heat pump purchases, including awareness of efficiency standards and the influence of the Green Heat Program. It includes questions about likelihood of postponing purchases and awareness of high-efficiency heat pumps prior to the program.
IF FRM4=1] Before you heard about the Green Heat Program, had you IF 1. Yes: FRM4a=100% already made the decision to install a high-efficiency heat pump model? NA 0% 1 100% NA 0% IF 2. No, DK OR REF: FRM4a = 0% (1=Yes, 2=No) FRM5. [ASK IF...
AI summary The text presents survey questions related to customer participation in the Green Heat Program, focusing on prior decisions to install high-efficiency heat pumps and the influence of rebates and information provided by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
MEAN VALUE OF: (FRM4a;FRM5;FRM6) Project No. 6138 20 Evaluation of 2017 DSM Programs Efficiency Nova Scotia Executive Summary – Appendix Report Free-ridership 0.75xPA1+0.25xPA2 - 4% - 92% - 75% CI2/4a. [Your previous participation in an EN...
AI summary The text includes a free-ridership calculation formula and a survey question related to the influence of Efficiency Nova Scotia's (ENS) promotional materials on a customer's decision to install energy-efficient equipment in their home.
TGRMainly Electrically Heated= 61% NTGRNon-Electrically Heated= 67% Project No. 6138 21 Evaluation of 2017 DSM Programs Efficiency Nova Scotia Executive Summary – Appendix Report
AI summary The document provides an evaluation of the 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) programs by Efficiency Nova Scotia, including statistics on electrically and non-electrically heated buildings.
0% 7 30% you would have simply kept your old equipment instead of installing IF DK OR REF: FR3a = EMPTY energy-efficient equipment in your facility? (Scale 0 to 10) MEAN VALUE OF: PA1 Score - 0% - 35% - 35% (FR2ab ; FR3a) FR1. Before havin...
AI summary The text contains survey questions related to energy efficiency upgrades and customer responses to the installation of such upgrades. It includes scoring metrics and conditional logic for evaluating responses to questions about prior plans for energy-efficient installations.
FR4. Level of influence – 7 factors (Scale 0 to 10) FR4 = MAX(a; b; c; d; e; f; g) - 9 - 5 - 10 a. The free audit - 8 - 5 - 10 - b. Information or advice from the small business - 0 - 5 - 10 - energy auditor. c. [IF REBATE=YES] The program...
AI summary The text presents a scoring framework for assessing the level of influence of various factors in a program, including free audits, information from energy auditors, rebates, on-bill financing, and contractor availability. The factors are rated on a scale from 0 to 10, with the overall influence score being the maximum of the individual scores.
- 0 - 0 - 5 - Efficiency Trade Network PA3 Score (10 − FR4) × 10% - 10% - 50% - 0% Project No. 6138 22 Evaluation of 2017 DSM Programs Efficiency Nova Scotia Executive Summary – Appendix Report
AI summary The document presents an evaluation of the 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) programs by Efficiency Nova Scotia, including a PA3 score calculation and a reference to Project No. 6138.
cost-effectiveness of 1 0 1 energy efficient upgrades when evaluating different options for the facility. (Agree or Disagree) IF CI = 0 OR 1, Revised FR = FR Revised Free-ridership IF CI = 2, Revised FR = FR .75 - 2% - 38% - 10% IF CI = 3,...
AI summary The text discusses the cost-effectiveness of energy-efficient upgrades in facility evaluations and includes a formula for revising free-ridership rates based on customer impact (CI) levels. It also references Project No. 6138 and an executive summary from Efficiency Nova Scotia regarding the evaluation of 2017 DSM programs.
1 - 1 - 1 - IF 2. No OR DK OR REF: FR3a = 0% Consortium or ENERGY STAR® FR3a. [ASK IF FR3d=1] If the program rebate or financing had not been offered, FR3a =Answer x 10% what is the likelihood that you would have installed the exact same m...
AI summary The text presents a survey or assessment tool related to the likelihood of installing energy-efficient lighting products without a rebate or financing option, and includes scoring mechanisms such as PA1 Score and FR3a. It also references the SBES program and energy-efficient lighting systems.
ates offered through the program, you had - - 1 100% - - IF 2. No OR DK OR REF: FR1 = 0% already made the decision to install the energy-efficient lighting? PA2 Score FR1 - 0% - 100% - 0% FR4. Level of influence– 5 factors (Scale 0 to 10)...
AI summary The text discusses the influence factors of a program, including rebate, financing, information provided by Efficiency Nova Scotia and contractors, and the availability of a list of contractors through the Efficiency Trade Network. It includes scores and percentages for these factors.
- 0 - 0 - 10 - Efficiency Trade Network PA3 Score (10 − FR4) × 10% - 10% - 100% - 0% Project No. 6138 24 Evaluation of 2017 DSM Programs Efficiency Nova Scotia Executive Summary – Appendix Report FR3b.[IF TOTAL LIGHTING QTY >1] If the prog...
AI summary The text presents a section from an evaluation of 2017 DSM (Demand Side Management) programs by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It includes a scoring mechanism (PA3 Score) and a question (FR3b) assessing the likelihood that participants would have installed the same quantity of lighting products without the program's rebate or financing.
1 0 1 representative to take into account the cost-effectiveness of energy efficient upgrades when evaluating different options for the facility. (Agree or Disagree) IF CI = 0 OR 1, Revised FR = FR Revised Free-ridership IF CI = 2, Revised...
AI summary The text discusses the evaluation of 2017 DSM (Demand Side Management) programs by Efficiency Nova Scotia, including considerations of cost-effectiveness and adjustments to free-ridership (FR) based on customer impact (CI) levels.
1 - 1 - 2 0% HVAC system before learning about the SBES program? IF 2. No OR DK OR REF: FR1 = 0% FR1a. [ASK IF FR1=1] I just want to make sure I understand - Before you learned about the SBES program and the rebates offered through the pro...
AI summary The text discusses a survey question related to whether respondents had already decided to install energy-efficient HVAC upgrades before learning about the SBES program and its rebates, with responses categorized under FR1 and PA2 Score.
0% upgrades? PA2 Score FR1 - 100% - 0% - 0% FR4. Level of influence– 5 factors (Scale 0 to 10) FR4 = MAX(a; b; c; d; e) - 10 - 3 - 10 a. [ASK IF REBATE=YES] The program rebate - 10 - 0 - 8 - b.[IF FINANCING =YES] The program on-bill financ...
AI summary The text presents a scoring framework related to energy efficiency programs, evaluating factors such as rebate influence, financing, information provided, and contractor availability. It calculates PA2 and PA3 scores based on these factors, with FR4 being a key determinant.
1 0 1 representative to take into account the cost-effectiveness of energy efficient upgrades when evaluating different options for the facility. (Agree or Disagree) IF CI = 0 OR 1, Revised FR = FR Revised Free-ridership IF CI = 2, Revised...
AI summary The text discusses the evaluation of 2017 DSM programs by Efficiency Nova Scotia, including adjustments to free-ridership based on customer impact (CI) levels. It outlines revised free-ridership calculations for different CI categories, such as CI=0 or 1, CI=2, and CI=3.
Example participant (none with Spillover Algorithm spillover this year) Calculation Algorithm Calculation Questions Answer Result SO1. Have you installed additional energy efficiency measures other IF 1. Yes: CONTINUE 1 - than those implem...
AI summary The text presents a series of questions related to energy efficiency measures and financing, asking participants if they have installed additional measures outside the program and whether they received or plan to receive financing from other agencies. It also requests a description of these additional measures and their associated energy savings.
0% NTGR calculation NTGR = 1-FRtotal+SOtotal NTGR= 88% Project No. 6138 28 160, rue Saint-Paul, bureau 200, Québec (Québec) G1K 3W1 CANADA / Tel.: 1-418-692-2592 Fax: 1-418-692-4899 www.econoler.com RESIDENTIAL EFFICIENT PRODUCT REBATES PR...
AI summary This document outlines the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 Demand-Side Management (DSM) Evaluation Report. It provides a final report on the program's performance and includes abbreviations used in the evaluation.
life GHG Greenhouse gas HRSB Halifax Regional School Board IMEF Integrated modified energy factor LED Light-emitting diode MEF Modified energy factor NERHOU Northeast Residential Hours of Use NRCan Natural Resources Canada NTGR Net-to-gros...
AI summary This document is the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report for the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It includes various acronyms and terms related to energy efficiency and program evaluation.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which assesses the performance and impact of energy efficiency programs in the region.
rgy savings. This value takes into account variations in useful life annual energy savings throughout the effective useful life due to increased baselines. Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program iv Residential Efficient Product Reba...
AI summary The document discusses the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program and references the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, focusing on energy savings and variations in useful life and annual energy savings.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia provides an assessment of the performance and impact of demand-side management programs in the region during that year.
er, that negatively or positively affect the energy savings attributable to a program. Net-to-gross ratio The ratio of net energy savings to gross energy savings. Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program v Residential Efficient Produc...
AI summary The document discusses the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia, as part of the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report. It includes definitions such as the net-to-gross ratio, which measures the ratio of net energy savings to gross energy savings.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary The document is the 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which assesses the performance and impact of energy efficiency programs in the region.
ne-ton capacity Unitary savings of an air-source heat pump) or a participant (e.g., one participant taking part in a behaviour-based program). Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program vi Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program E...
AI summary The document discusses the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia, referencing the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report. It outlines unitary savings and mentions air-source heat pumps and participant involvement in behavior-based programs.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary The document is the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which assesses the performance and impact of demand-side management programs in Nova Scotia.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which assesses the performance and impact of demand-side management programs in the region.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia assesses the effectiveness of demand-side management programs in the region, providing insights into their impact on energy efficiency and customer participation.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which assesses the effectiveness of energy efficiency programs in the region.
duct ................................................................ 100 Table 65: Equivalent Effective Useful Life Calculation Summary for LED A-Type Lamps Replaced Early .....................................................................
AI summary The document outlines the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) Evaluation Report, focusing on the replacement of LED A-Type lamps and their effective useful life calculations.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia provides an assessment of the demand-side management program's performance, including its impact on energy efficiency and customer participation.
tant Rebates (All Lamp Types) ..................................... 119 Figure 13: Residential Market Evolution for LED Lamps ................................................................... 123 Residential Efficient Product Rebates Pro...
AI summary This report evaluates the 2017 demand-side management (DSM) program, focusing on the Residential Efficient Product Rebates, which includes Appliance Retirement and Instant Savings. It summarizes participation levels and savings for the program components.
fered through ARet: › $30 for each retired refrigerator › $30 for each retired freezer › $10 for each retired air conditioner › $10 for each retired small refrigerator or freezer 1 Throughout this report, energy savings always refer to fir...
AI summary The document outlines the Appliance Retirement (ARET) program, which provides rebates for retiring inefficient appliances such as refrigerators, freezers, and air conditioners. It also discusses the 2017 evaluation of the program, which included a review of documentation, interviews, and facility visits.
review, an interview with the program manager, three visits to the recycling facility, an interview with a representative of the HRSB and a unitary savings review. ARet Key Findings ARet Performance ARet aimed to achieve 2.6 GWh in net ene...
AI summary The ARet program achieved significant energy and peak demand savings in 2017, retiring over 5,700 inefficient appliances and contributing to GHG emission reductions. The program's performance was evaluated through various methods, including interviews and facility visits, with results showing higher-than-targeted savings.
Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Figure 1: Overview of ARet Performance, 2011-2017 Number of Retired or Replaced Appliances 10,000 Pilot appliances retirement Total Total and replacement Total Total 8,211 7,976 7,494 7,408 Home Warming 8,...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report provides an overview of appliance retirement (ARET) performance from 2011 to 2017, showing the number of retired or replaced appliances across various categories such as refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, and dehumidifiers. Dehumidifiers were removed from the program after 2011.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report To calculate ARet’s net energy savings, the Evaluator once again used the savings calculation methodology developed for the 2013 evaluation in compliance with the Uniform Methods Project (U...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report details the calculation of ARet’s net energy savings using revised unitary savings values based on the 2017 metering study, appliance characteristics, and survey data. It also outlines the equivalent net-to-gross ratio (NTGR) calculation, incorporating free-ridership and secondary market impacts.
e pilot. The impact evaluation revealed that ARet generated 3.094 GWh in net energy savings and 0.443 MW in net peak demand savings respectively at the generator in 2017, as summarized in Table 3. Residential Efficient Product Rebates Prog...
AI summary The evaluation of the Appliance Retirement (ARet) program showed that it achieved 3.094 GWh in net energy savings and 0.443 MW in net peak demand savings in 2017. These figures are higher than the tracked savings due to increased unitary savings values from retired freezers and dehumidifiers.
igher than the tracked net peak demand savings, which is attributable to the higher revised energy savings and the increase in the peak-demand- to-energy ratio for dehumidifiers (from 0.000 to 0.335). ARet Recommendations ARet continues to...
AI summary The Appliance Retirement (ARet) program continues to achieve significant participation and savings, even after several years in the market. The program is effective in encouraging the retirement of inefficient appliances and educating participants on the costs of maintaining old appliances. The Evaluator provides additional recommendations for improving ARet, which are detailed in Appendix I.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report 2017 ARet-R1. Continue to perform the metering activity to increase sample sizes. This year, the Evaluator developed a new metering protocol, which greatly improved the quality of the meter...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report recommends continuing metering activities in 2018 to increase sample sizes and improve data quality, while suggesting minor changes to the metering protocol such as using better tools for measuring power factor and appliance temperatures.
e power factor of each appliance type and measuring old appliances’ inside temperature at the time of pick-up, as recommended in the Metering Review section of this report. 2017 ARet-R2. Improve the process for tracking appliances retired...
AI summary The document discusses improvements to the ARET pilot process, including tracking retired appliances with specific parameters and using unitary savings values. It also covers the Instant Savings program, which provides rebates for energy-efficient products and tested new indoor air quality products during the fall 2017 campaign.
ings was based on a program component documentation review, interviews with eight retailers, an intercept survey of 100 participants conducted during the fall campaign and a unitary savings review. Residential Efficient Product Rebates Pro...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses the Instant Savings program's performance, achieving 19.543 GWh in net energy savings and 2.558 MW in net peak demand savings. The report also notes a decrease in LED lamp sales due to the introduction of a price floor, though sales remained higher than previous years.
2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Net Energy Savings (GWh) CFLs LEDs Other Products Net Peak Demand Savings (MW) Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program xviii Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report highlights varying levels of satisfaction with the Instant Savings program among retailers, with some frustration over the product price floor. Retailers generally had positive relationships with the DA and noted that the program influenced LED lamp stocking. Cost and knowledge gaps were identified as barriers to LED adoption.
tified cost as the main barrier, while three retailers believe that insufficient knowledge now trumps price as the key barrier to LED adoption. This is a first in the history of the program component. Similarly to 2016, the intercept parti...
AI summary The document discusses barriers to LED adoption, marketing methods for the Instant Savings program, and the evaluation of energy savings. It notes a shift in barriers from cost to knowledge and highlights the use of NTGR to measure net energy savings, including free-ridership and spillover effects.
d sales data that revealed a lower number of LED lamp sales outside the campaigns. In 2017, the NTGR for LED lamps was established at 0.84. As for all other products, the NTGR was established at 1. Residential Efficient Product Rebates Pro...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses the Instant Savings Program's energy savings and the NTGR for LED lamps and other products. The NTGR for LED lamps was set at 0.84, while it was 1.00 for all other products. The program generated 19.543 GWh in net energy savings and 2.588 MW in net peak demand savings.
participant survey, the LED unitary savings adjustment resulted mainly from the decreasing number of participants replacing incandescent lamps in favor of compact fluorescent lamp (CFL) and LED lamps. The evaluated net peak demand savings...
AI summary The evaluation of the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program highlights a decrease in participant replacement of incandescent lamps with LEDs and CFLs, leading to lower net peak demand savings. Market saturation of LED lamps in Nova Scotia is noted, with A-type LEDs being the dominant type in shipments.
nstant Savings. These recommendations are also presented in Appendix I. 2 Corporate Research Associates Inc., 2016 Socket Study, Final Report Prepared for Efficiency Nova Scotia, December 2016. Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program...
AI summary The document discusses the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia, referencing a 2016 Socket Study by Corporate Research Associates Inc. and the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report. It outlines the evaluation of demand-side management initiatives.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report 2017 Instant-R1 Continue providing program component support to expand the share of LED bulbs in the Nova Scotia residential lighting market while beginning to plan an exit strategy for A-t...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report recommends continuing support for LED bulb adoption in Nova Scotia while planning an exit strategy for A-type bulbs. It also suggests monitoring market indicators and collecting data on LED and halogen bulb types and customer knowledge to better understand the lighting market.
included in a periodic Omnibus survey. An Omnibus survey is a cost-effective method where data on a wide variety of subjects is collected during the same interview. Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program xxii Residential Efficient P...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) is responsible for designing and delivering energy efficiency programs, funded by Nova Scotia Power and the Province of Nova Scotia. Econoler was commissioned to evaluate ENS’s 2017 demand-side management (DSM) program portfolio and assess the impact of energy efficiency codes and standards in Nova Scotia.
fficiency codes and standards introduced in Nova Scotia. To carry out this assignment, Econoler collaborated with Research Into Action, Equilibrium Engineering and Corporate Research Associates (CRA). Econoler served as team leader in the...
AI summary Econoler led a 2017 evaluation of energy efficiency programs in Nova Scotia, collaborating with multiple organizations. The evaluation included impact assessments, process evaluations, and data collection, resulting in reports on energy savings and GHG emissions. Table 6 outlines the programs assessed and the types of evaluations conducted.
luation activities among the components. 3 On January 1, 2015, ENS became a franchise owned by the Province of Nova Scotia and was licensed to the new not-for- profit organization EfficiencyOne. Residential Efficient Product Rebates Progra...
AI summary The document discusses the transition of Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) to a franchise owned by the Province of Nova Scotia in 2015, and references a 2017 DSM Evaluation Report focusing on the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program and the types of evaluations conducted for each program component.
Residential Efficient Appliance Retirement C C R Product Rebates Program Instant Savings C C R R Home Energy Assessment C C C C Existing Residential Green Heat C C C C C Program Efficient Product Installation C C C C New Residential Progra...
AI summary The text outlines various energy efficiency programs, including residential and business appliance rebates, home energy assessments, and custom incentive programs. It mentions the Retrofit service under the Custom program and notes the start date of the Strategic Energy Management (SEM) cohort.
tions The process evaluation specifically targets the Retrofit service of the Custom program component. Due to the start date of the latest Strategic Energy Management (SEM) cohort, SEM did not have any participants who achieved savings in...
AI summary The document evaluates the Residential Efficient Product Rebates program, focusing on the Appliance Retirement (ARET) component. It outlines the program's purpose, which is to retire inefficient household appliances and provide financial incentives. The evaluation follows up on 2016 recommendations and provides an overview of participation history.
offered through ARet: › $30 for each retired refrigerator › $30 for each retired freezer › $10 for each retired air conditioner › $10 for each retired small refrigerator or freezer Appliance Retirement 3 Residential Efficient Product Rebat...
AI summary The Appliance Retirement (ARET) program offers rebates for retiring inefficient appliances, including refrigerators, freezers, and air conditioners. The program is administered by Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) and includes a pilot project with the Halifax Regional School Board (HRSB) to retire or replace old appliances in schools.
continues to work with representatives of the HRSB to retire appliances and, where necessary, replace inefficient refrigerators and freezers from school properties. The pilot includes three elements: › The removal of privately owned applia...
AI summary The document outlines the Appliance Retirement (ARet) Pilot program, which involves retiring inefficient appliances in school properties and offering incentives for participants. It also mentions the implementation status of recommendations from the 2016 evaluation report, including the continuation of metering activities to improve quality and effectiveness.
fe of more recent appliances is less than 15 years. This suggests that ARet is still useful in encouraging the retirement of inefficient appliances and that the market has not yet been transformed. Appliance Retirement 5 Residential Effici...
AI summary The text discusses the effectiveness of the Appliance Retirement (ARet) program in encouraging the retirement of inefficient appliances, noting that the average age of retired appliances is less than 15 years and that the program remains useful in promoting appliance replacement. It also references the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program and Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report.
0,0 0,0 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Appliance Retirement 6 Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report 2 ARET EVALUATION METHODOLOGY This section...
AI summary This section outlines the methodology for evaluating the Appliance Retirement (ARET) program in 2017, including data collection activities such as program documentation review, interviews with the Program Manager and a representative of the Halifax Regional School Board, and on-site visits to a recycling facility.
Life Review (n=1) (n=3) Analysis Report The Evaluator reviewed the program component documentation and then met with the program manager in August 2017 to verify the implementation status of the previous evaluation recommendations and lear...
AI summary The Evaluator reviewed program documentation and met with the program manager to assess the implementation of previous evaluation recommendations and changes made in 2017. A data collection plan was developed based on this review, aiming for a 10% margin of error at a 90% confidence level.
e energy savings, the Evaluator conducted a thorough literature review by consulting technical reference manuals (TRMs), evaluation reports and relevant studies. Comparison with 2016 Evaluation Scope No market evaluation took place for ARe...
AI summary This section discusses the impact evaluation of the Appliance Retirement (ARET) program in 2017, including the metering review and calculation of energy savings. The Evaluator conducted a sampling plan, site visits, and data analysis to assess the effectiveness of the program.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report The second and third metering visits were performed several weeks apart. During each visit, the Evaluator observed ENS as its staff went through the process by following the steps of the re...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report details the process of metering visits conducted by Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS), where ENS staff followed a revised metering protocol to evaluate 16 appliances. Room temperature was maintained at approximately 21°C using a HOBO® data logger to ensure consistent conditions during testing.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Overall, the Evaluator was pleased to observe that the modifications made to the metering process had been properly documented and that ENS had implemented all the changes made during the m...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report notes that ENS properly documented metering process modifications and implemented all changes. However, recommendations include taking multiple PF readings or using third-party-reviewed factors to improve accuracy and recalibrating HOBO® data loggers annually.
, as indicated by low (under 0.1 amp), high (over 8 amp) or flat-line current values, combined with variable temperature logs or inconsistent temperature values (below -40°C or over 30°C). Appliance Retirement 13 Residential Efficient Prod...
AI summary The text discusses the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia, as part of the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report, and mentions criteria for identifying appliance issues based on current and temperature logs.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which assesses the performance and impact of demand-side management programs in the region.
non-working state prior to their transport to the recycling facility. Those appliances should be considered in the average energy consumption, since non-working appliances could generate no savings. Appliance Retirement 14 Residential Effi...
AI summary The text discusses the consideration of non-working appliances in the average energy consumption calculation for the Appliance Retirement program, highlighting that they may generate no energy savings. It also references the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program and the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Since the appliances identified as non-working represented 23 percent of all the metered units, verification of old appliances’ working condition at the time of pick-up should be improved t...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report highlights the need for improved verification of appliance functionality during pick-up, suggesting methods like temperature measurement and in-situ metering for more accurate energy consumption analysis. However, these methods may be cost-ineffective for the Appliance Retirement program due to its limited scale.
reezers 1994 and earlier 117.8 kWh/cu. ft 12 21.4% 1995 and later 56.2 kWh/cu. ft 23 19.3% Appliance Retirement 15 Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report The changes made to the mete...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses changes to metering protocols that improved data quality and allowed for better identification of unusable data. Despite a smaller-than-expected sample leading to high margins of error, the Evaluator used the 2017 results due to more complete data. The report notes that newer refrigerators (2002 and later) consume more energy than older models, possibly due to larger freezer compartments and additional features.
The Uniform Methods Project: Methods for Determining Energy Efficiency Savings for Specific Measures. Chapter 7: Refrigerator Recycling Evaluation Protocol, Prepared by the Camus Group, April 2013. Appliance Retirement 17 Residential Effic...
AI summary This section of the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia presents tracked energy savings by appliance type, including refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, and small refrigerators and freezers. It includes metrics like gross and net savings, net-to-gross ratios, and equivalent effective useful life.
sumption value of replacement refrigerators has been established at 391 kWh per year, as summarized in Table 17 below. Table 17: Average Annual Consumption for Refrigerator Replacement Annual Energy Consumption Type of Replacement Proporti...
AI summary The document discusses the average annual energy consumption of replacement refrigerators, including part-use factors that adjust savings calculations for refrigerators not used year-round. It highlights the distribution of different refrigerator types and their energy consumption, with a focus on efficiency improvements.
to be unplugged over certain periods of the year and since they were eligible for the program component, their savings were calculated and an overall part-use factor was applied in these calculations. The 2016 participant survey data was u...
AI summary The document discusses the calculation of energy savings from refrigerator replacements in a demand-side management program. It uses a part-use factor of 0.81 derived from survey data, leading to estimated annual energy consumption values for both retired and replacement refrigerators. Net unitary savings are calculated by considering free-ridership, secondary market impacts, and induced consumption.
15% 0 0 0 100% Weighted Average (kWh/unit) 10 Overall Savings (kWh/unit) 410 Appliance Retirement 23 Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report 3.4 Freezers Unitary Savings This section...
AI summary The document discusses the evaluation of unitary savings for full-sized freezers retired in 2017 under the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program. It outlines the methodology used to calculate gross and net unitary savings, including the revision of energy consumption values based on metering data and the categorization of freezers by manufacturing year.
the metered energy consumption of the most recent age category of retired freezers (in this case, manufactured after 1994) was applied. The results of these calculations are presented in Table 21. Appliance Retirement 25 Residential Effici...
AI summary The document discusses the energy consumption of replacement freezers under the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program. It uses survey data to determine the types of freezers used for replacement and calculates their average annual energy consumption.
ame calculation was done for replacement freezers, and their average annual energy consumption value was established at 227 kWh. The annual average energy consumption values are listed in Table 23. Appliance Retirement 26 Residential Effic...
AI summary The document discusses the calculation of energy consumption for retired and replacement freezers, with an average annual energy consumption of 863 kWh for retired freezers and 227 kWh for replacement freezers. It also mentions the calculation of unitary savings, considering factors like free-ridership and secondary market impacts.
kWh Without ARet With ARet Yes 6% 4% 0 227 227 Yes 73% No 94% 69% 227 227 0 No 27% 27% 0 0 0 Weighted Average 100% 9 (kWh/unit) Overall Savings (kWh/unit) 465 Appliance Retirement 28 Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency...
AI summary This section discusses the methodology and calculations used to evaluate the unitary savings of room air conditioners retired in 2017 under the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
mption of Retired Room Air Conditioners The Evaluator reviewed the assumptions used by ENS for the calculation of the average energy consumption of replaced room air conditioners. Hours of Operation In the 2016 evaluation, the Evaluator us...
AI summary The Evaluator reviewed ENS's assumptions for calculating the average energy consumption of replaced room air conditioners, relying on data from NRCan's 2003 study due to the lack of recent metering studies. This information was used in the 2016 evaluation and continues to be used in the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report NRCan’s EnerGuide Room Air Conditioner Directory19 provides local data for four cities in Nova Scotia, namely Halifax, Yarmouth, Sydney and Greenwood. Room air conditioners’ hours of use ca...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia calculates the weighted average annual hours of operation for room air conditioners in Nova Scotia based on data from NRCan and participant locations. It also establishes the average capacity of retired units as 6,146 Btu/hr.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Average Energy Consumption of Replacement Room Air Conditioners The Evaluator assumes that the replacement units meet the current minimum level of energy efficiency required to meet ENERGY...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia discusses the average energy consumption of replacement room air conditioners, assuming they meet ENERGY STAR efficiency levels. It calculates annual energy consumption and net unitary savings, considering factors like free-ridership and secondary market impacts.
esponses to determine these effects. As previously mentioned, internal spillover is calculated separately from the unitary savings of each appliance category in ARet, and is discussed in Section 3.14. Table 25 presents the unitary savings...
AI summary The document discusses the calculation of unitary savings for room air conditioners retired through the Appliance Retirement (ARet) program, factoring in free-ridership and secondary market impacts. The net savings per unit retired is calculated as 66 kWh.
Consumption Factor (kWh/year) (kWh/year) Retired Small Refrigerators 332 0.63 209 Replacement Small Refrigerators 125 0.63 79 Retired Small Freezers 519 0.63 327 Replacement Small Freezers 150 0.63 95 Net Unitary Savings To calculate the n...
AI summary The document discusses the calculation of net savings from the retirement of small refrigerators and freezers under the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program. It considers factors such as free-ridership, secondary market impacts, and induced consumption, using survey data from 2016 to determine these effects.
er of participants in this category of appliance and thus the smaller sample of respondents in the survey, small refrigerators and small freezers were analyzed together in the net savings calculation. Table 29 and Table 30 present the unit...
AI summary The analysis discusses the calculation of unitary savings values for small refrigerators and freezers retired through the Appliance Retirement (ARET) program, taking into account free-ridership and secondary market impacts. The results are presented in tables, with the first section showing unitary savings values after deductions and the second section showing induced consumption.
kWh Without ARet With ARet Yes 0% 0% 0 79 79 Yes 25% No 100% 25% 79 79 0 No 75% 75% 0 0 0 100% Weighted Average (kWh/unit) 0 Overall Savings (kWh/unit) 103 Appliance Retirement 37 Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency No...
AI summary The text discusses the impact of Appliance Retirement (ARET) on energy savings, comparing scenarios with and without ARET. It references a 2017 DSM Evaluation Report and mentions a table analyzing net savings per small freezer, as well as free-ridership and secondary market impacts.
100% Weighted Average (kWh/unit) 0 Overall Savings (kWh/unit) 162 Appliance Retirement 38 Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report 3.7 Appliances Retired through the Pilot This subsect...
AI summary This section discusses the methodology used to calculate the gross unitary savings of refrigerators and freezers retired through the 2017 ARet pilot project. It outlines the use of average metered annual consumption data to determine the average annual consumption of retired appliances.
earlier 117.8 0% Average Annual Consumption 56.2 kWh/cu. ft. Appliance Retirement 39 Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report The average size of the refrigerators retired through the...
AI summary The document evaluates the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report. It provides details on the average size and energy consumption of retired appliances, including refrigerators, freezers, and small refrigerators, and explains the methodology used to calculate their annual consumption.
usage conditions, the Evaluator applied a factor of 1.00 since it is assumed that all appliances retired so far through the pilot were rarely used since they were considered at as surplus appliances. According to the HRSB representative in...
AI summary The evaluation of the appliance retirement pilot program applied a part-use factor of 1.00 to retired appliances, assuming they were rarely used. Interviews with HRSB representatives confirmed that retired appliances were found plugged in, supporting the use of this factor. The report also discusses free-ridership assessment and the roles of HRSB and school principals in the pilot's implementation.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report The interview revealed that the audit of all the refrigeration appliances in HRSB schools was the main activity enabling the HRSB to first identify the appliances to be retired and then ret...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses the role of Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) and Appliance Retirement (ARET) in facilitating the retirement of refrigeration appliances in HRSB schools. ENS's support and resources were critical in enabling the process, leading to a free-ridership level of 0% for the ARet pilot. The report also outlines the methodology for calculating savings from appliance replacements through the HomeWarming program.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report The HomeWarming guidelines indicate that refrigerators eligible for a replacement through the program component must be manufactured in 1990 or earlier. Therefore, the tracked savings value...
AI summary This section of the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses the calculation of energy savings from the HomeWarming Program. It outlines how energy consumption values for old and new refrigerators were determined and used to calculate unitary savings.
actured in 1994 and earlier at 58.9 kWh/cu.ft, in comparison to the value of 70.9 kWh/cu.ft used in 2016, which was the average consumption level for retired refrigerators manufactured before 1990. Appliance Retirement 42 Residential Effic...
AI summary The document discusses the calculation of energy savings from replacing old freezers with new efficient models under the HomeWarming Program. It outlines the tracked savings based on average consumption levels of retired and new freezers, using data from the 2015 and 2016 tracking systems.
the peak demand of the electricity system. The projected electricity-demand peak period in Nova Scotia is between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. in the months of December to February, on a non-holiday weekday. 25 Ontario Power Authority (OPA). 2011 Pre...
AI summary The document discusses the calculation of peak demand savings for the Appliance Retirement (ARET) program using on-peak demand-to-energy ratios developed by Navigant. The Evaluator validated these ratios and used them to estimate savings, with specific assumptions for dehumidifiers and air conditioners.
onditioners, for which no ratio was calculated in Navigant’s model, the Evaluator assumed a ratio of zero since it is very unlikely for this type of appliance to operate during the peak demand period. For the pilot, the Evaluator has assum...
AI summary The Evaluator assumed a peak-demand-to-energy ratio of zero for air conditioners due to their unlikely operation during peak demand periods. For refrigerators and freezers in schools, the same ratios from Navigant were used, as their impact on peak demand savings is minimal despite differing usage patterns.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report 3.13 Overall Gross Savings The gross energy and peak demand savings resulting from the retirement of old appliances and small appliances through ARet and the pilot, and the appliance replac...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia details gross energy and peak demand savings from appliance retirement programs (ARET) and the HomeWarming Program. Total gross energy savings were 5.266 GWh and 0.740 MW, with line-loss factors applied based on participant rate codes provided by Nova Scotia Power.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Table 40: Revised Gross Energy and Peak Demand Savings by Appliance Type Appliance Retirement Room Air Small Small Refrigerators Freezers Conditioners Refrigerators Freezers
AI summary The document presents a table titled 'Revised Gross Energy and Peak Demand Savings by Appliance Type' from Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report, focusing on appliance retirement, including room air conditioners, small refrigerators, and small freezers.
099 1.099 1.099 1.099 1.099 Gross Peak Demand Savings – at the Generator (MW) 0.438 0.217 0.000 0.002 0.002 Appliance Retirement 52 Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Revised Gro...
AI summary The text presents data on gross peak demand savings and discusses the Appliance Retirement program, including the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program and the HomeWarming Program, as part of a 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
- Gross Peak Demand Savings – at the Generator 0.001 0.000 0.000 0.006 0.043 0.030 0.740 (MW) Appliance Retirement 53 Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report 3.14 Internal Spillover F...
AI summary The document discusses internal spillover effects from the Appliance Retirement (ARET) program and the methodology used to calculate the net-to-gross ratio (NTGR). It references a 1% spillover rate from the 2016 evaluation and a 0% rate for the ARet Pilot based on HRSB interviews. The NTGR calculation method involves weighted averages of savings scenarios.
cipants affected, but also the difference in savings associated with each scenario. This methodology was followed to establish the net unitary savings, as described in previous sections of the report. To obtain an equivalent NTGR that take...
AI summary The text discusses a methodology for calculating net unitary savings and equivalent NTGR (Net to Gross Ratio) by considering both unitary savings and spillover effects. Table 41 provides data related to appliance retirement and residential efficient product rebates under the Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report.
.099 1.099 1.099 1.099 1.099 Total Net Peak Demand Savings – at the Generator (MW) 0.241 0.119 0.000 0.001 0.001 Appliance Retirement 56 Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Evalua...
AI summary This section presents data on the total net peak demand savings at the generator level and continues the evaluation of net energy and peak demand savings by appliance type, including Refrigerators, Freezers, and Dehumidifiers, under the HomeWarming Program and Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report.
.071 1.100 1.100 1.100 - Total Net Peak Demand Savings – at the Generator (MW) 0.001 0.000 0.000 0.006 0.043 0.030 0.443 Appliance Retirement 57 Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Repor...
AI summary This section presents a comparison of tracked and evaluated savings from the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report. It highlights energy and peak demand savings, along with the Net to Gross Ratio (NTGR) for different appliance types.
0.60 0.443 MW NTGRs varied for each type of appliance. The NTGRs presented in this table correspond to the rounded averages obtained by dividing net savings by gross savings. The overall evaluated net energy savings are 12 percent higher t...
AI summary The document discusses energy savings evaluations, noting that net energy savings are 12% higher than tracked values due to increased freezer savings and revised energy savings. Net peak demand savings are 21% higher, attributed to changes in the peak-demand-to-energy ratio for dehumidifiers. The Instant Savings program provides rebates for energy-efficient products.
rchasing eligible energy-efficient products. Instant Savings is carried out with the help of one DA and 28 participating retailers who offer eligible products at over 230 locations across Nova Scotia. In 2017, rebates on eligible products...
AI summary The Instant Savings program, managed by ENS, provides rebates for energy-efficient products. In 2017, it partnered with one DA and 28 retailers across Nova Scotia. The program offered rebates during spring and fall campaigns, with new products like air purifiers and LED lights tested in the fall. A $20 rebate was offered for multipacks of ENERGY STAR certified LED recessed downlight fixtures.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report 4.2 Follow-up on 2016 Evaluation Report Recommendations Instant Savings was evaluated in 2016 and improvement recommendations were made by the Evaluator. Table 45 below provides a brief sum...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses the follow-up on recommendations from the 2016 evaluation of the Instant Savings program. Key recommendations included monitoring market indicators and specific appliance markets, both of which have been implemented.
Implemented offerings when needed. 2016 Instant-R2. Closely monitor the evolution of the refrigerator and clothes washer markets. Implemented Recommendation 2016 Instant-R1 involves monitoring various key market indicators that include pro...
AI summary The document discusses the implementation of recommendations related to monitoring market indicators and assessing the impact of new energy efficiency regulations on appliance sales. ENS requested evaluations and data submissions from retailers to analyze the effectiveness of energy efficiency programs and the influence of the 2017 Canadian regulation.
aseline energy consumption and thus, the unitary savings value of appliances sold through Instant Savings. The results of this analysis are presented in the Impact Evaluation section further below. 34 Natural Resources Canada, Notice – Pub...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses participation in the Instant Savings program, noting that 710,540 eligible products were sold, with LED lamps making up the majority. The report attributes the high LED lamp sales in 2016 to unusually low promotional prices, which ENS addressed by setting floor prices to prevent similar situations in the future.
ignificant. This situation is not expected to occur again because ENS has established floor prices for all Instant Savings products and no product can be sold at a price below the value of the rebate. Instant Savings achieved 22.343 GWh in...
AI summary The Instant Savings program saw a 28% decrease in energy savings in 2017 compared to 2016, attributed to ENS's new price floor policy. However, sales of LED fixtures increased by 23%, and other rebated products saw an average 10% increase in sales.
300 000 200 000 5 100 000 0 0 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 CFLs LEDs Other Products CFLs LEDs Other Products Instant Savings 62 Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2...
AI summary The 2017 Instant Savings evaluation methodology involved data collection activities such as program documentation review, interviews with the program manager, unitary savings review, effective useful life review, and participant surveys. These activities were used to evaluate the program's performance and outcomes.
nted alongside the results in the applicable sections. Examples of calculations used to establish margins of error can be found in Appendix II of the 2017 DSM Programs Evaluation Executive Summary. Instant Savings 63 Residential Efficient...
AI summary The document discusses evaluations of the 2017 DSM Programs, including interviews with retailers and a participant survey conducted in Halifax to assess the Instant Savings program and its impact on ENERGY STAR certified LED lamps.
estionnaire and complete participant survey results are presented in Appendices V and VI respectively. The intercept participant survey generated feedback on the following aspects of Instant Savings: › LED lamp purchases and expected uses...
AI summary The document presents survey results and evaluations related to the Instant Savings program, focusing on participant feedback, unitary savings reviews for LED lamps and other products, and the Effective Useful Life review. The Evaluator used literature reviews, engineering calculations, and technical references to assess savings values.
acking sheet. Technical reference manuals and public evaluation reports of jurisdictions similar to ENS were consulted with focus on the most recent and accurate sources. Effective Useful Life Review As part of the 2017 evaluation, to exam...
AI summary The 2017 evaluation of the Instant Savings program included interviews with retailers and a review of energy savings calculations using Effective Useful Life (EUL) values. The evaluation scope was adjusted compared to 2016 due to changes in campaign timing and product analysis.
ilers in October and November 2017. These interviews were conducted before both the retailers and ENS had the fall campaign sales results. Satisfaction with Instant Savings, Marketing and Advertising Overall satisfaction with Instant Savin...
AI summary Retailers have varying levels of satisfaction with the Instant Savings program, with some expressing frustration over the product price floor and the impact on consumer appeal. Retailers also requested more advance notice of upcoming campaigns to better prepare for product orders and meet consumer demand.
tailers at least 90 days before the campaigns. The 90-day period meets ENS’s need to assess results from previous campaigns prior to confirming product and rebate amounts for the next campaign period. With the exception of one retailer, sa...
AI summary The evaluation report discusses the satisfaction levels of retailers with ENS's marketing and advertising activities, noting high satisfaction except for one retailer. It also highlights the need for ENS to provide sufficient time for retailers to advertise rebated products. The report mentions the Instant Savings program and the selection of products and rebate amounts in the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Selection of Products and Rebate Amounts Retailers are generally satisfied with the selection of products included in Instant Savings, with an average satisfaction rating of 8.3 on a 10-poi...
AI summary Retailers have mixed opinions on the selection of products and rebate amounts in the Instant Savings program. While some are satisfied, others suggest removing low-selling items and expanding categories. There is also concern about rebate amounts and pricing structures.
retailers satisfied with the rebate amounts, it should again be noted that a few are displeased with the price floor required by Instant Savings. SKU List Approval and Rebate Processing and Tracking Satisfaction with the SKU list approval...
AI summary Retailers have mixed satisfaction with the rebate amounts and the SKU list approval process, finding it cumbersome and time-consuming. They also express dissatisfaction with administrative burdens and reporting requirements for rebate processing and tracking, despite generally favorable opinions on the processes. The Instant Savings program and its associated requirements are highlighted as a key focus.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Relationship with the DA Retailers continue to have good relationships with the DA, providing an average rating of 8.1 on a 10-point scale. They are generally pleased with DA helpfulness, r...
AI summary Retailers report generally positive relationships with the DA, but express moderate to low satisfaction with campaign preparation and timeliness of information about Instant Savings. Issues include insufficient advance notice and variability in satisfaction ratings compared to 2016.
7.6 8 6.3 8 Timeliness providing program component 8.2 9 7.4 8 5.3 8 information Instant Savings 68 Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Influence of Instant Savings Retailers were...
AI summary The text discusses the influence of the Instant Savings program on retailers' stocking of ENERGY STAR certified LED lamps. Retailers reported varied impacts, with some indicating significant influence and others noting minimal or no influence, particularly due to a minimum retail price affecting inventory decisions.
d an influence rating of 10, two retailers provided an 8 while another a 7. One retailer gave a rating of 4 and the other three retailers rated the influence of Instant Savings as a 0 on a 0-10 scale. In terms of influencing knowledge of E...
AI summary The document discusses the influence of the Instant Savings program on retailer knowledge and consumer awareness of ENERGY STAR certified LED lamps. Retailers rated the program's impact on knowledge and consumer behavior, with mixed opinions on the effectiveness of the program in promoting technology understanding versus rebate incentives.
n (early replacement) or do they replace burned out lamps (replace on burn-out)? › When participants replace lamps that are still in a working condition, what types of lamps are replaced? These two questions are essential to establishing t...
AI summary The text discusses the importance of determining the baseline for LED lamp replacement in the context of the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program. It highlights the need to understand whether lamps are replaced due to burn-out or as part of early replacement programs and the types of lamps being replaced, as this affects the evaluation of program effectiveness.
Number of Number of Percentage of Respondents Lamps Lamps Do you plan on installing these LED bulbs…37 To replace bulbs once they burn out? 33 161 30% To replace bulbs that are still working? 55 374 70% For respondents who are replacing wo...
AI summary The survey found that 70% of LED lamps purchased replaced working lamps, leading to the definition of an Early Replacement Baseline. The baseline wattage was calculated based on the proportion of each lamp type being replaced and the average wattage of LED lamps converted to equivalent CFL, halogen, and incandescent wattages.
t survey. › The average wattage of LED lamps purchased, which was converted to an equivalent CFL, halogen and incandescent wattage, as applicable, according to the type of lamp being replaced. The Evaluator consulted the tracking sheet to...
AI summary The text discusses the evaluation of residential efficient product rebates, including the average wattage of LED lamps purchased and their conversion to equivalent CFL, halogen, and incandescent wattages. It also mentions the exclusion of respondents who answered 'Don’t know' from the calculation of lamp types.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Hours of Operation The Residential Lighting Evaluation Protocol of the Uniform Methods Project39 recommends that each jurisdiction conduct a metering study to determine their specific hours...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia discusses the determination of hours of operation for LED lamps through metering studies and the use of in-service rates for upstream programs like Instant Savings. The report references the Uniform Methods Project (UMP) and the NERHOU study for establishing appropriate values.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Hours of Operation Similar to LED lamps, the Evaluator concluded that the hours of operation value of LED lamps from the 2014 NERHOU Study (2.9 h/day) is still valid for LED recessed downli...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia discusses the evaluation of LED fixtures, including the hours of operation and unitary savings values. It revises unitary savings values based on displaced wattage and uses data from the NERHOU study for hours of operation.
A) 2011 Prescriptive Measures and Assumptions.44 Revised Savings The Evaluator reviewed the unitary savings value associated with ENERGY STAR certified LED fixtures equipped with a motion sensor. 43 ENERGY STAR, Learn About Brightness, htt...
AI summary The Evaluator analyzed ENERGY STAR certified LED fixtures with motion sensors sold through the Instant Savings program, finding that they replace halogen lamps with significant wattage reduction. The displaced wattage was calculated as 143.8 W, and the operating hours were estimated based on previous data.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report › An average annual energy consumption for standard refrigerators estimated at 505 kWh, which is based on the Canadian Energy Efficiency Standard in effect until June 2017.47 It corresponds...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia discusses the revised savings calculations for refrigerators due to a new regulation effective June 2017. The report outlines the average annual energy consumption for standard refrigerators based on pre- and post-June 2017 regulations.
04 kWh respectively, while the consumption of efficient clothes washers was set at 370 kWh for both scenarios, which led to unitary savings values of 171 and 135 kWh/year respectively. Revised Savings The Evaluator used the same general me...
AI summary The evaluation report discusses the revised savings calculations for efficient clothes washers under the Instant Savings program, using the Integrated Modified Energy Factor (IMEF) as a measure of energy efficiency. The report concludes that the efficiency improvements between 2017 and 2018 were not significant enough to warrant different unitary savings values for the period before and after the new regulation.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report The 10 most popular models sold through Instant Savings were identified based on the data in the tracking sheet. These models constitute 88 percent of all 2017 Instant Savings clothes washe...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia identifies the 10 most popular clothes washer models sold through the Instant Savings program, which accounted for 88% of sales. The report calculates annual energy consumption for both efficient and standard models using IMEF values and load assumptions, resulting in 443 kWh for efficient models and 658 kWh for standard models.
Proportion Clothes Washers Water Heating Type Energy Source Internal Electrical Heater 25% - - 25.0% Electrical 67% 50.3% DHW Tank 75% Non-electrical 33% 24.7% 52 Ad Hoc Recherche, Rapport d’évaluation, Programme : Produits Mieux Consommer...
AI summary The text discusses the calculation of electricity consumption for standard and efficient clothes washers, including adjustments for cold water usage and the proportion of electrical water heating. It references a 2017 DSM Evaluation Report and a 2008-2009 evaluation report on energy-efficient appliances.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Evaluated Savings Since the ARet program component, through HomeWarming, provides incentives for dehumidifier replacements, the same methodology was used to calculate savings for this produ...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses the methodology used to calculate energy savings from dehumidifier replacements under the ARet and Instant Savings programs. It highlights differences in baseline scenarios and uses parameters from the 2011 Ontario Power Authority report for accuracy.
ov/productfinder/product/certified-dehumidifiers/ (Last accessed August 11, 2017). 64 The average water removal capacity refers to the amount of water the can be removed from the air during a day if a dehumidifier worked at full capacity w...
AI summary The document discusses the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia, focusing on the installation of ENERGY STAR certified bathroom fans without lights as a new measure in the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report. A unitary savings of 13 kWh per year is estimated based on early evaluations.
rating hours of 360 hours per year based on the Electric Usage Chart Tool of Efficiency Vermont.71 These operating hours represent one hour of daily usage, which the Evaluator considered realistic. 67 Natural Resources Canada, CANADA’S ENE...
AI summary The document discusses the calculation of weighted average efficiency levels and nominal exhaust fan capacities based on ENERGY STAR compliant models sold through the Instant Savings program, using data from Efficiency Vermont and other technical references.
alculated a weighted average efficiency level and a nominal exhaust fan capacity based on all efficient fan models sold through Instant Savings, which resulted in 4.66 CFM/W and 99.1 CFM respectively. To determine the average standard fan...
AI summary The text calculates the efficiency levels and annual energy consumption of standard and efficient bathroom fans based on data from ENERGY STAR. A 50% reduction factor was applied to determine standard fan efficiency, leading to unitary savings of 7.85 kWh per year for efficient fans.
Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Table 58: Summary of Tracked and Revised Unitary Savings Values
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report includes Table 58, which summarizes tracked and revised unitary savings values. This table is likely used to assess the effectiveness of demand-side management programs in Nova Scotia.
Efficient Refrigerators (before June) 104 100 Efficient Refrigerators (after June) 44.0 49.0 Efficient Clothes Washers (before June) 171 188.0 Efficient Clothes Washers (after June) 135 188.0 ENERGY STAR Certified Room Air Purifiers 372 48...
AI summary The document presents data on efficient appliances and their impact on peak demand savings in Nova Scotia, with a focus on the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report. It highlights the timing of peak demand savings during winter evenings.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report For Instant Savings, the peak demand savings were calculated using the on-peak demand-to-energy ratios developed by Navigant in the 2016-2018 DSM Plan. These ratios were established for var...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses the methodology used to calculate peak demand savings for the Instant Savings program, referencing the on-peak demand-to-energy ratios developed by Navigant for the 2016-2018 DSM Plan. The Evaluator validates this approach, with some exceptions based on measured data and specific product categories.
peak demand savings during this period are minimal because the lights are turned on most of the time with or without the motion sensor. Consequently, the on-peak demand-to-energy ratio is set at zero. The Evaluator also calculated the on-p...
AI summary The text discusses the calculation of on-peak demand-to-energy ratios for various products, including room air purifiers and bathroom fans, based on their operating hours and peak usage patterns. These ratios are used to evaluate the efficiency of products under the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program.
e-Dehumidifier ENERGY STAR Certified Bathroom Fans 0.278 Calculated by the Evaluator (without a light) Interactive Effects In a home, interactive effects occur when the implementation of energy efficiency measures has an impact on the ener...
AI summary The document discusses the interactive effects of energy efficiency measures, specifically focusing on how replacing incandescent lighting with LED lamps affects heating and cooling loads. It also outlines ENS's approach to calculating these effects, including the use of different factors for energy savings and peak demand savings.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report The interactive effects factors used by ENS for energy savings are based on a methodology developed by the Evaluator in 2015 and are still valid for 2017. As for peak demand savings, the Ev...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) uses interactive effects factors for energy savings calculations, based on a 2015 methodology. For peak demand savings, ENS updated its approach to avoid double-counting interactive effects for products with peak demand-to-energy ratios derived from whole-building energy modelling. Adjustments were made for products like LED lamps and dimmer switches.
as, 2015, CANSIM, November 13, 2017. 77 ADS ASSOCIÉS, Évaluations des effets énergétiques combinés des mesures d’économies d’énergie – résidence unifamiliale, Report presented to Hydro-Québec, 1992. Instant Savings 95 Residential Efficient...
AI summary The document discusses the interactive effects of energy-efficient products, such as LED lamps and motion sensors, on energy and peak demand savings. Adjustments were made to account for indoor and outdoor installations, using data from the 2016 Socket Study and tracking sheets.
100% 0% -18.0% -29.7% Indoor Motion Sensors with Dimmers 100% 0% -18.0% -29.7% The interactive effects factors were then integrated to the peak demand-to-energy ratios for lighting products as shown in Table 62 below.79 78 Corporate Resear...
AI summary The document discusses the adjustment of peak demand-to-energy ratios for lighting products based on interactive effects factors, as part of the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report.
2017 DSM Evaluation Report Table 63 below lists the tracked and the revised equivalent EUL values by measure category.
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report includes Table 63, which outlines tracked and revised equivalent EUL values by measure category.
ESO PMA List Clotheslines and Outdoor Drying 10 10 IESO PMA List Racks 10 10 GDS Measure Life Report, Table 1; value for Programmable Thermostats residential programmable thermostats 12 12 ENERGY STAR Calculator, EPA Research, value for Ef...
AI summary The text lists energy efficiency measures and their associated values, including clotheslines, programmable thermostats, efficient refrigerators, and clothes washers. It references various tools and reports used to calculate energy savings, such as the ENERGY STAR Calculator and the DOE Life-Cycle Cost and Payback Period tool. The document is part of a 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
nce Manual for Energy Efficiency Version 6.0, Volume 3, February 2017, p. 258. 88 Massachusetts Electric and Gas Energy Efficiency Program Administrators, Massachusetts Technical Reference Manual for Estimating Savings from Energy Efficien...
AI summary The document discusses the evaluation of energy efficiency programs, specifically focusing on the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It addresses the determination of equipment life for LED A-type lamps and the use of a triple baseline approach over an 18-year EUL to account for various factors.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report It should be noted that using the minimum efficiency levels of EISA 2020 starting in 2024 might be optimistic. Since LED lamps are rapidly gaining popularity while CFL market share is decli...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses the potential impact of using minimum efficiency levels from EISA 2020, noting that LED lamps may dominate the market by 2024, which could affect savings calculations. The Evaluator used proposed American legislation efficiency levels until the end of the EUL of A-type lamps and established lifetime energy savings values for different lamp replacement scenarios.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Table 65: Equivalent Effective Useful Life Calculation Summary for LED A-Type Lamps Replaced Early Halogen Incandescent Baseline CFL Equivalent Baseline – Incandescent Baseline – Canadian L...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report provides a summary of equivalent effective useful life calculations for LED A-Type lamps replaced early, comparing energy savings across different lamp types and legislation. The report notes that replaced CFLs and LEDs are not affected by energy efficiency regulations on the baseline.
was established for the other LED non-A-types. Table 67: Equivalent Effective Useful Life Calculation Summary for LED Non-A-Types (R, BR and Decorative Lamps) Halogen Incandescent CFL Equivalent Average Baseline – Baseline – American Canad...
AI summary The text discusses the Equivalent Effective Useful Life (EUL) calculation for LED non-A-type lamps, comparing them to halogen incandescent and CFL equivalents, and references regulations from the Energy Independence and Security Act (EISA). It also mentions the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Table 68: Equivalent Effective Useful Life Calculation Summary for LED Non-A-Types (Except R, BR and Decorative Lamps) Halogen Incandescent CFL Equivalent Average Baseline – Baseline – Amer...
AI summary This table from the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report compares the equivalent effective useful life (EUL) of LED non-A-type lamps with halogen incandescent and CFL equivalents, highlighting energy savings and lifetimes under different legislation timelines.
posed by U.S. federal legislation. Incandescent Equivalent 2nd Tier EISA 2007. 103 Baseline wattage values were established based on the minimum efficiency level of 45 lumen/watts dictated by the EISA regulation and on the assumed level of...
AI summary The document discusses the establishment of baseline wattage values based on EISA regulations and the calculation of equivalent effective useful life for LED fixtures without motion sensors, using a methodology similar to that for A-type lamps.
ter Line Loss Factor 1.100 1.100 1.100 1.100 1.100 1.100 1.100 1.100 1.100 1.100 1.100 - Gross Peak Demand Savings – 0.000 0.000 -0.282 0.000 0.005 0.002 0.028 0.019 0.013 0.043 0.002 2.993 at the Generator Instant Savings 109 Residential...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses the Net-to-gross Ratio (NTGR) for the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program, focusing on free-ridership and spillover effects, particularly for LED lamps. The report uses a self-reporting approach from participants to assess free-ridership levels for LED lamps, which account for 92% of tracked gross savings.
can be due to better knowledge and awareness of energy efficient products and changes in retailer offerings. These sales should be attributable to the program component as a form of market effect. Instant Savings 110 Residential Efficient...
AI summary The evaluation report discusses the impact of the Instant Savings program on LED lamp sales outside of the 2017 campaigns. Retailers reported that 16% of LED lamp sales outside the campaigns can be attributed to the program, driven by increased ENERGY STAR certified LED stock and improved knowledge among salespeople and consumers.
as made it mandatory for the participating retailers to provide annual sales data as of 2018, the number of LED lamps sold outside the campaigns will be established with more accuracy and reliability. In addition to the reduced percentage...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses the Net-to-Gross Ratio (NTGR) for LED lamps and other products, noting that the NTGR for LED lamps is 0.83, while non-LED products have an NTGR of 1.00. The report highlights challenges in assessing free-ridership and spillover levels for non-LED products due to their specialized nature and smaller buyer populations.
. Emera inc., Management’s Discussion & Analysis As at February 10, 2017, http://investors.emera.com/Cache/1500095769.PDF?Y=&O=PDF&D=&fid=1500095769&T=&iid=4072693, (Last accessed December 17, 2017). Instant Savings 112 Residential Efficie...
AI summary The text references a 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, focusing on the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program and its impact on net energy and peak demand savings by product category, as detailed in Table 74.
00 1.100 1.100 1.100 1.100 Net Peak Demand Savings – at 1.525 0.293 0.463 0.085 0.252 0.086 0.025 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 the Generator (MW) Instant Savings 113 Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM...
AI summary The text presents a table showing net peak demand savings and energy efficiency metrics for various product categories under the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia in the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report. It includes data on smart power, heavy-duty thermostats, and other efficiency-related products.
.100 1.100 1.100 - Net Peak Demand Savings – 0.000 0.000 -0.282 0.000 0.005 0.002 0.028 0.019 0.013 0.043 0.002 2.558 at the Generator (MW) Instant Savings 114 Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM E...
AI summary This section compares energy and peak demand savings from the 2017 DSM evaluation with tracked savings, highlighting differences in net savings due to varying NTGRs across product categories. Evaluated energy savings are 19.543 GWh, while tracked savings are 26.162 GWh. Peak demand savings show a similar discrepancy, with evaluated savings at 2.558 MW compared to tracked savings of 5.186 MW.
product category. The NTGRs presented in this table correspond to the rounded averages obtained by dividing net savings by installed gross savings (with interactive effects taken into account). The evaluated net energy savings are 25 perce...
AI summary The evaluated net energy savings are 25% lower than tracked energy savings, primarily due to decreased savings from LED A-type lamps and lower market effects. Net peak demand savings are 51% lower, influenced by similar factors and lower peak demand-to-energy ratios for lighting products.
2017 DSM Evaluation Report Figure 9: Atlantic Consumer Lighting Shipments by Type of Technology 100% 90% 80% 70% 60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 0% 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 LEDs CFL Halogen Incandescent Source: Electro-Federation Canada,...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report includes figures showing the shift in lighting technology shipments in the Atlantic region, highlighting the increasing dominance of LED A-type lamps from 2011 to 2014, with Non-A types and BR, R lamps also growing in share by 2015 and 2016.
LED A types LED Non-A types + BR, R Decorative/Speciality Source: Electro-Federation Canada, Lamp Data - Consumer Channel and C&I Channel 2004–2016, March 2017. Instant Savings 117 Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency N...
AI summary The text discusses the distribution of LED lamps rebated by the Instant Savings program, highlighting A-type lamps as the most common. It also mentions a 2016 socket study showing 59% of Nova Scotia households had at least one LED lamp.
0 Innovators Early Early Late Laggards Adopters Majority Majority Time Instant Savings 123 Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report 9 OVERALL SAVINGS OF THE RESIDENTIAL EFFICIENT PRODU...
AI summary The Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program achieved significant energy and peak demand savings, with gross and net savings reported across various program components. The report highlights participation levels and savings metrics, including energy savings, lifetime energy savings, and peak demand savings.
Lifetime Energy Savings 244.280 GWh 202.166 GWh Peak Demand Savings 3.733 MW 3.001 MW Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program 124 Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report CONCLUS...
AI summary The Residential Efficient Product Rebates program achieved its energy savings target in 2017 but fell short of peak demand savings goals. The main reason was the lower peak demand-to-energy ratios used for lighting products in the Instant Savings component, which had a significant impact on overall performance. The program resulted in 202.166 GWh in total net lifetime energy savings and 14,785 tonnes of avoided CO2 eq annually.
t Rebates program. Appliance Retirement A total of 6,138 appliances were retired or replaced through ARet in 2017, generating 3.094 GWh in net energy savings and 0.443 MW in net peak demand savings. The number of appliances retired through...
AI summary In 2017, the Appliance Retirement (ARet) program retired 6,138 appliances, achieving energy and peak demand savings. The HRSB pilot was launched, and metering activities were conducted to improve data accuracy. The Instant Savings program also achieved significant energy and peak demand savings, though slightly below its targets.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Instant Savings therefore missed planned energy savings, which is mainly explained by the lower spillover level established for 2017. Indeed, the retailer interviews revealed a spillover le...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report highlights that Instant Savings missed planned energy savings due to a lower spillover level in 2017 (16%) compared to 2016 (47%). Product sales decreased by 30% due to a price floor introduced in 2017, though LED lamps still dominated sales. Retailers expressed overall satisfaction with the program despite some dissatisfaction with the price floor and identified cost and knowledge as barriers to LED adoption.
While most retailers identified cost as the main barrier to LED adoption, some retailers identified insufficient knowledge as the key barrier, which is a first in the history of the program component. As with previous years, the intercept...
AI summary The document highlights that while cost is the main barrier to LED adoption, some retailers note insufficient knowledge as a key barrier. Marketing efforts by ENS, particularly in-store promotions, have been effective in promoting the Instant Savings program. LED lamps are in a growth phase with prices declining, especially for A-type lamps.
mmends improving the tracking process by clearly identifying the appliances retired through the pilot. 3 The Evaluator recommends that old appliances be plugged in on the evening before the pick-up to ensure that a reasonable temperature i...
AI summary The document discusses recommendations for improving the tracking process of retired appliances in the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program, including ensuring old appliances are plugged in before pick-up and annual recalibration of HOBO® data loggers. It also mentions an interview guide with a representative of the Halifax Regional School Board as part of the 2017 DSM Evaluation.
2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report ARET: INTERVIEW GUIDE WITH REPRESENTATIVE OF THE HALIFAX REGIONAL SCHOOL BOARD Introduction I1. The Halifax Regional School Board (HRSB) has participated in Efficiency Nova Scotia’s Appliance Retiremen...
AI summary This document outlines an interview guide used by the Assessment and Review Team (ARET) with a representative of the Halifax Regional School Board (HRSB) regarding their participation in Efficiency Nova Scotia’s Appliance Retirement Pilot. The guide explores the HRSB’s involvement, the role of school principals, and the impact of the program on appliance retirement decisions.
liance Retirement Pilot. I will read you a few options. For each one, please answer on a scale of 0 to 10, with a 0 indicating that it is “Very Unlikely,” and a 10 indicating that it is “Very Likely.” FR1. Without the support of Efficiency...
AI summary The text presents a survey with questions regarding the likelihood of schools conducting appliance audits and retiring appliances without the support of Efficiency Nova Scotia's Appliance Retirement Program. It also references a 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report related to the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report FR4a. Among the appliances retired so far, can you provide an estimate of the number of appliances that were unplugged at the time of the audit visit? 1. Yes, number: 98. (Don’t...
AI summary The text presents survey questions related to the 2017 DSM Evaluation, focusing on appliance retirement and factors influencing collaboration with Efficiency Nova Scotia in HRSB schools. It includes questions about unplugged appliances, replaced appliances, and the influence of incentives and support on participation.
_ Response _98 Don’t b. The cash incentive of the Appliance Retirement Program Know _99 Refused c. Convenience of the removal process of the Appliance _ Response _98 Don’t Retirement Program Know _99 Refused d. Previous experience with ENS...
AI summary The text discusses responses to questions regarding the Appliance Retirement Program, focusing on the cash incentive, convenience of removal process, and previous experience with ENS programs. It also references the 2017 DSM Evaluation and its recommendations by the Evaluator.
uestions included in a periodic Omnibus survey. An Omnibus survey is a cost-effective method where data on a wide variety of subjects is collected during the same interview. Peak Demand 3 The Evaluator compared these results with those fro...
AI summary The text discusses the use of an Omnibus survey to collect data on peak demand and energy savings, comparing results from the NERHOU study with the Residential Lighting Metering Study. It also references the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program and an interview guide used for the Instant Savings Program.
troduction Hello, my name is _, from Corporate Research Associates. I am calling on behalf of Efficiency Nova Scotia for the Instant Savings Program. Identification and Screening of Respondent The records we received from Efficiency Nova S...
AI summary The text outlines a call from Corporate Research Associates on behalf of Efficiency Nova Scotia to interview a person responsible for stocking and supplying LED light bulbs under the Instant Savings Program. The call includes confidentiality and recording consent, and provides context about the program's promotional campaigns.
ber 29. In this interview, I will sometimes ask you to focus just on the promotional campaign periods and sometimes I will ask you to think about those other months when there weren’t any campaigns. Project No. 6138 5 Residential Efficient...
AI summary This section of the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report outlines the verification process for products sold during promotional campaigns, specifically focusing on ENERGY STAR A-type LED bulbs. It includes instructions for interviewers to validate sales data with interviewees and differentiate between A-type and non-A-type LED bulbs.
bs – your company will sell in 2017. By A-type LED bulbs, we refer to standard LED bulbs which are only screw-in bulbs and have a pear-like shape. They also provide omnidirectional light. A. According to our information, your company sold...
AI summary The text outlines questions directed at a company regarding the sales of ENERGY STAR A-type LED bulbs during the 2017 spring and fall campaigns, including the number of bulbs sold, anticipated sales, and the impact of the Instant Savings program on these sales.
September 29 to October 29 2017? L2. Would sales of ENERGY STAR A-type LED bulbs during the spring and fall campaigns have been the same, lower or higher without the Instant Savings program? Same [SKIP TO NEXT SECTION] Lower [SKIP TO L2b]...
AI summary The text contains a series of questions from a regulatory proceeding related to the sales of ENERGY STAR LED bulbs, specifically A-type and non-A-type bulbs, during the spring and fall campaigns of 2017. It explores the impact of the Instant Savings program on bulb sales and asks for estimates of sales changes without the rebate program.
bulbs, not the number of packs.] Yes No - Record actual number of individual bulbs sold: No ENERGY STAR LED non-A-type bulbs sold during the spring campaign Project No. 6138 7 Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova S...
AI summary The document includes survey questions related to the anticipated sales of ENERGY STAR non-A-type LED bulbs during the fall campaign compared to the spring campaign, as well as the impact of the Instant Savings program on bulb sales.
Higher [SKIP TO N2a] Don’t know [SKIP TO NEXT SECTION] Refused [SKIP TO NEXT SECTION] N2a. [IF HIGHER] Why do you think your sales would have been higher without the rebate program? N2b. [IF LOWER] By what percentage do you estimate the nu...
AI summary The text includes survey questions assessing the impact of the Instant Savings program on sales, staff and consumer knowledge, and product availability of ENERGY STAR LED bulbs. The questions aim to evaluate the program's effectiveness in increasing sales and awareness.
ocked in your stores Scale: Please explain your response: d. The quantity of ENERGY STAR LED bulbs stocked in your stores Scale: Please explain your response: I2. While the Instant Savings rebates are only offered during the spring and fal...
AI summary The document discusses Efficiency Nova Scotia's promotion of energy-efficient products, such as LED bulbs, throughout the year, highlighting the impact of Instant Savings rebates and other programs on LED sales. It notes that while rebates are limited to seasonal campaigns, ongoing promotion may still influence customer behavior and product knowledge.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report With this in mind, approximately what percentage of the number of ENERGY STAR LED bulbs you sold outside of the two campaign periods can you directly or indirectly attribute to E...
AI summary The text asks Efficiency Nova Scotia to estimate the percentage of ENERGY STAR LED bulb sales outside of specific campaign periods that can be attributed to their programs and promotions. It also requests an explanation and includes a satisfaction rating question for the Instant Savings program.
S0. On a scale of 1 to 10, where 1 is ‘’not at all satisfied’’ and 10 is ‘’completely satisfied’’, please rate your satisfaction in regard to the following aspects of the Instant Savings program. Score Reason 1 = not at all satisfied Aspec...
AI summary The text presents a survey asking participants to rate their satisfaction with the Instant Savings program and identify barriers to purchasing energy-efficient products. It includes questions on program aspects, rebate processing, and perceived barriers.
To replace a bulb once it burns out 2. To replace a bulb that is still working 97. (Other [SPECIFY ]) 98. (Don’t Know) 99. (Refused) P4. [If P2_LED or P2_LEDconfirm>1] For which of the following reasons did you buy these [INSERT NUMBER OF...
AI summary The text contains survey questions related to bulb replacement behaviors, specifically focusing on LED bulbs, and is part of the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report.
2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report CS1. How did you find out about this program? [DON’T READ; ALLOW MULTIPLE RESPONSE BUT DO NOT PROBE FOR MULTIPLE] 1. (TV ads) 2. (Print ads) 3. (Radio ads) 4. (In-store promotions) 5. (Store flyer) 6....
AI summary The document is an appendix report from the 2017 DSM Evaluation, focusing on customer awareness and participation in the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program managed by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It includes survey questions about how participants learned about the program and their prior awareness of Efficiency Nova Scotia.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report FR0b. [ASK IF NOT AWARE OF THE DISCOUNT (FR0a=2, DK, REF)] I just want to make sure I understand - You did not know about the discount on specific packages of L-E-Ds before payin...
AI summary The text outlines a survey conducted as part of the 2017 DSM Evaluation, focusing on customer awareness of discounts on LED packages. It includes questions about whether respondents knew about the discount before purchasing, when they became aware of it, and whether they postponed purchases to take advantage of the discount.
2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report FR0e. How did you learn about the discount offered on the purchase of specific packages of LEDs? [DO NOT READ RESPONSES – CODE AS MANY AS APPLY] 1. (TV ads) 2. (Print ads) 3. (Radio ads) 4. (In-store s...
AI summary The text includes survey questions from the 2017 DSM Evaluation Appendix Report, focusing on how participants learned about LED purchase discounts and their awareness of in-store promotions. It also asks about the influence of knowing about the discount on their purchasing decisions.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report FR2a. If the discount on L-E-Ds had NOT been offered today, what would you have bought today? Would you have… [READ, CODE ONE ONLY] 1. Bought L-E-Ds anyway 2. Bought other type o...
AI summary This section of the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report contains a series of survey questions aimed at assessing customer behavior related to the purchase of LED bulbs, including their likelihood of purchase without discounts and the timing of purchase.
Probably at a later date 5. Definitely at a later date 96. (Would not have purchased them at all) [SKIP to PR Series] 98. (Don’t Know) 99. (Refused) Project No. 6138 20 Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2...
AI summary The text presents a series of survey questions related to customer behavior regarding energy efficiency products, specifically focusing on LED purchases and awareness of other discounted products under the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
GO TO PR3] 98. (Don’t Know) [GO TO PR3] 99. (Refused) [GO TO PR3] PR2. [ASK IF PR1 = 1] What are those products? Any others? [DO NOT READ RESPONSES – CODE AS MANY AS APPLY] 1. (L-E-D fixtures) 2. (Clothes Line) 3. (Dimmer switches) 4. (Mot...
AI summary The text outlines a survey conducted as part of the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia. The survey collects demographic information and asks respondents about energy-efficient products they own. The data is used for statistical analysis and is kept confidential.
1% 1% 1% CS1. How did you find out about this program? Sources of Awareness 2015 2016 2017 Sample Size 175 142 63 In-store promotions 47% 40% 32% TV ads 19% 12% 16% Word of mouth 11% 15% 13% ENS website 9% 10% 13% Store flyer - 1% 11% Thro...
AI summary The text presents data on how participants became aware of the Instant Savings program through various channels, including in-store promotions, TV ads, word of mouth, and others, with varying percentages across the years 2015 to 2017.
4% 3% Base: Respondents who were aware of discount prior to purchase Results are from fall only Project No. 6138 26 Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report FR0d. Did you po...
AI summary The document presents survey results from the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report, focusing on customer behavior related to LED purchases and awareness of discounts. It includes data on whether respondents postponed purchases to take advantage of rebates and how they learned about discounts.
- 1% - Others - - 1% Don’t know - - 2% Base: Respondents who were aware of discount prior to purchase Multiple responses Wording change in 2017 Project No. 6138 27 Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 D...
AI summary The text provides survey data on awareness of in-store promotions for LED bulbs under the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program. It shows high awareness of promotional materials in 2015, 2016, and 2017, with slight variations. The data also includes a question about the influence of knowing about the discount on purchasing decisions.
4% 5% Don’t know - - 1% Base: Respondents who were aware of discount prior to purchase Project No. 6138 28 Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report FR21b/FR2b. Which type(s)...
AI summary The text presents survey data on consumer awareness and preferences for energy-efficient bulbs under the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia, with statistics from 2015 to 2017.
chased the L-E-Ds that you purchased today? Would it have been…? Length of Time Before Purchasing LEDs 2015 2016 2017 Sample Size 201 221 94 Definitely today 14% 16% 21% Probably today 8% 10% 9% Probably at a later date 30% 33% 32% Definit...
AI summary The text discusses customer behavior regarding the purchase of LED lighting products under the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program, focusing on the impact of discounts and the timing of purchases from 2015 to 2017.
ithout discount PR1. Besides the L-E-D/L-E-Ds that you purchased with a discount today, are you aware of any other energy efficiency products that are discounted by Efficiency Nova Scotia? Other Discounted Product Awareness 2015 2016 2017...
AI summary The text discusses awareness of energy efficiency products beyond LED bulbs discounted by Efficiency Nova Scotia, with survey data showing varying levels of awareness across years. It also asks respondents to identify other discounted products.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report PR2. What are those products? Any others?
AI summary This section of the document asks about the specific products included in the 2017 DSM Evaluation and whether there are any additional products not mentioned.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report D2. Do you own or rent this residence? Home Ownership 2015 2016 2017 Sample Size 255 246 100 Own/buying 92% 92% 87% Rent/lease 8% 8% 13% D3. Do you or does your landlord pay the...
AI summary The document presents survey data from Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation, focusing on home ownership, electricity bill payment responsibility, and gender distribution among respondents across 2015, 2016, and 2017.
59% 62% 53% Female 41% 38% 47% Refused excluded from calculations Project No. 6138 32 Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report IS: UNITARY SAVINGS CALCULATIONS FOR MEASURES...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Appendix Report discusses the use of 2016 unitary savings values for dimmer switches and indoor motion sensors, relying on previous evaluations and assumptions for calculations, as parameters for these measures remained stable.
mer switch savings value of 20 percent of the wattage, which is based on the OPA 2011 Prescriptive Measures and Assumptions, and a fixture wattage value equal to two 43 W lamps. Indoor Motion Sensors ENS and the Evaluator used a unitary sa...
AI summary The document discusses energy savings calculations for various lighting efficiency measures, including mer switch savings, indoor motion sensors, and indoor motion sensors with dimmer switches, using data from studies and prescriptive measures from the Ontario Power Authority (OPA).
re the most common product sold through Instant Savings, the unitary savings value is an average calculated based on the unitary savings for five-plug and seven-plug units sold for an unspecified use. Heavy-Duty Outdoor Timers ENS and the...
AI summary The document discusses the unitary savings values for energy-efficient products, specifically heavy-duty outdoor timers and programmable thermostats, referencing evaluations and reports from the Ontario Power Authority (OPA) and Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS). These values are used for calculating energy savings in the Instant Savings and Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program.
lle construction au marché résidentiel, Final Report presented to Hydro-Québec, February 9, 2009. 9 Ontario Power Authority (OPA), 2011 Prescriptive Measures and Assumptions Version 1, March 2011. Project No. 6138 35 Residential Efficient...
AI summary The text discusses the algorithm for calculating free-ridership levels in the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program, specifically focusing on participants who were unaware of discounts before paying at the cash register. The algorithm uses survey responses to assess program awareness and attribution levels.
te 6. (Would not have purchased them at all) 9. (Don’t know / Refused) PA2 Score: FR4 FR5. Without the discount, would you have definitely purchased the same number of LEDs? IF 1: FR5 = 100% 1. Definitely the same number IF 2: FR5 = 50% 2....
AI summary This section of the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report discusses the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia, focusing on customer responses to discounts and LED purchases, including free-ridership levels and purchase behavior analysis.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report IS: INTERNAL SPILLOVER METHODOLOGY The retailer interviews were used to estimate the level of spillover by measuring the market effects attributable to the program for LED lamps....
AI summary The document discusses the methodology used to estimate internal spillover effects from the Instant Savings program, focusing on LED lamp sales during spring and fall campaigns. Retailers were interviewed to assess program attribution for eligible product sales outside the campaigns, allowing for the estimation of market effects.
%LEDIS the spring and fall campaign periods combined - that is from March 30 to May 14, and from September 29 to October 29 2017? If retailers sales data available: #LEDOut = sales data LED Sales Outside Spring and Fall Campaigns If not av...
AI summary The text discusses the evaluation of Efficiency Nova Scotia's existing residential program in 2017, focusing on the sales of ENERGY STAR LEDs outside of campaign periods and the influence of ENS programs on these sales. It includes formulas for calculating LED sales and final market effects.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report ABBREVIATIONS AHRI Air conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute ASHP Air-source heat pump ASHRAE American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning AWHP Air-to-water h...
AI summary The document is the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which outlines the evaluation of existing residential energy efficiency programs. It includes abbreviations and definitions relevant to demand-side management and energy efficiency initiatives.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report provides an assessment of Efficiency Nova Scotia's demand-side management programs, evaluating their effectiveness in promoting energy efficiency and conservation in the province.
rgy savings. This value takes into account variations in useful life annual energy savings throughout the effective useful life due to increased baselines. Existing Residential Program iv Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia...
AI summary The document discusses the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, focusing on existing residential programs and their energy savings, particularly considering variations in useful life and annual energy savings.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia provides an assessment of the performance and outcomes of demand-side management programs in the province during 2017.
er, that negatively or positively affect the energy savings attributable to a program. Net-to-gross ratio The ratio of net energy savings to gross energy savings. Existing Residential Program v Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova...
AI summary The document discusses the evaluation of an existing residential energy efficiency program, specifically the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, and introduces the concept of the net-to-gross ratio, which measures the ratio of net energy savings to gross energy savings.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia provides an assessment of the effectiveness of demand-side management programs in the region during that year.
ne-ton capacity Unitary savings of an air-source heat pump) or a participant (e.g., one participant taking part in a behaviour-based program). Existing Residential Program vi Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Eva...
AI summary The text references an evaluation report on residential energy efficiency programs by Efficiency Nova Scotia, specifically the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report, which discusses unitary savings and the impact of air-source heat pumps and behavior-based programs.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which assesses the performance and impact of demand-side management programs in the region.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report provides an assessment of Efficiency Nova Scotia's Demand Side Management (DSM) programs. It evaluates the effectiveness, efficiency, and impact of these programs in achieving energy efficiency and conservation goals.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which assesses the performance and impact of demand-side management programs in the region.
.................. 151 14 OVERALL SAVINGS FOR THE EXISTING RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM ................................ 158 CONCLUSION ...................................................................................................................
AI summary This section discusses the evaluation of the existing residential program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) Evaluation Report, focusing on overall savings achieved.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report prepared by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which evaluates the effectiveness of demand-side management programs in the region.
ion of the Parameters and their Numerical Values - GSHP ........................................ 85 Table 44: Analysis of Electricity Consumption for Participants who Installed GSHPs .......................... 87 Existing Residential Progr...
AI summary The text references the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which analyzes the existing residential program, including the analysis of electricity consumption for participants who installed ground-source heat pumps (GSHPs).
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia provides an assessment of the effectiveness of demand-side management programs in the region during that year.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document presents the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, detailing the assessment and outcomes of demand-side management programs in the region during that year.
.......................... 53 Figure 15: Contractor Satisfaction with Green Heat by Path ................................................................ 55 Figure 16: Green Heat Influence on Contractors (n=17)................................
AI summary This report evaluates the demand-side management (DSM) results of the 2017 Existing Residential program operated by Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS), which includes Home Energy Assessment, Green Heat, and Efficient Product Installation components. Table 1 summarizes participation levels and savings for each component.
am documentation review, interviews with the program manager and four EAs, a telephone survey of 70 participants and an effective useful life (EUL) literature review. HEA Key Findings HEA Performance HEA aimed to achieve 5.4 GWh in net ene...
AI summary The Home Energy Assessment (HEA) program achieved higher energy and peak demand savings in 2017 than its target, despite a decrease in participation due to the discontinuation of provincial funding. Savings per participant increased due to a shift in participant demographics and higher installation of space-heating appliances.
st year, HEA’s net electrical savings per participant increased significantly in 2017, which can be explained by a higher number of participants each installing a space-heating appliance this year. Existing Residential Program xiv Existing...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia highlights a significant increase in HEA's net electrical savings per participant in 2017, attributed to a higher number of participants installing space-heating appliances.
2017 DSM Evaluation Report Figure 1: HEA Performance Overview, 2011-2017
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report includes a figure titled 'HEA Performance Overview, 2011-2017', which likely provides insights into the performance of Home Energy Assessments over the specified period.
Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Table 3: Comparison of HEA Tracked and Evaluated Savings at the Generator Initial Gross Adjusted Gross NTGR Net Savings Savings Savings Energy Savings Tracked Savings from ENS 8.945 GWh 8.298 GWh 0.78...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report compares tracked and evaluated energy and peak demand savings from the Home Energy Assessment (HEA) program. Evaluated net savings are 2% lower than tracked savings due to a decrease in the NTGR value. HEA received positive feedback and exceeded planned savings, with specific recommendations for improvement provided in the report.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Green Heat Green Heat provides financial incentives to homeowners and encourages them to reduce electricity used for heating by either installing high-efficiency electrical systems or repla...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses changes to the Green Heat program, including a shift from a pre-approval process to a mail-in rebate system, with eligibility divided into old and new paths. The program offers rebates for high-efficiency heating systems and has partnered with Nova Scotia Power for on-bill financing.
non- electrically heated participants after November 20, 2017. However, this transition toward revised eligibility requirements led to a number of participants receiving incentives after November 20. Existing Residential Program xviii Exis...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses the increased participation in the Green Heat program, driven by eligibility changes allowing non-electrically heated homes to install MSHPs and the removal of the pre-approval process. Most installations were MSHPs, with a notable number in non-electrically heated homes.
of interviewed contractors were unfamiliar with the new Green Heat path, the remaining contractors who knew about the new path appeared to be more satisfied with the new path compared to the old path. Almost all contractors reported promot...
AI summary Contractors are more satisfied with the new Green Heat path, though many were unfamiliar with it. Marketing efforts have supported promotion, with long-term savings highlighted as effective. Most participants were already aware of MSHPs, but non-MSHP participants face challenges due to lack of rebated equipment lists. Outreach improvements were recommended.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report For the first time, a billing analysis was performed for the 2017 evaluation with participants who had installed an ASHP in previous years. A total of 33 participants were included in the f...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report analyzed energy savings from air-source heat pumps (ASHPs) installed in electrically heated households, finding an average energy savings value of 0.101 kWh/Btu/h. The report also established an EFLH value of 604 hours for non-electrical participants and noted that revised energy savings are lower than previously tracked due to the presence of other heating systems.
Average Free- Net-to-gross Measure Category FR Old Path FR New Path ridership Level Ratio Biomass and Solar Measures 36% - 36% 0.64 Central Heat Pumps 44% - 44% 0.56 MSHPs - Fully electrically heated 35% 51% 42% 0.58 MSHPs - Mainly electri...
AI summary The document presents data on free-ridership levels and net-to-gross ratios for various energy efficiency measures, including biomass, solar, and heat pumps. It also references a 2017 DSM evaluation report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, highlighting energy and peak demand savings calculated using the NTGR method.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Table 5: Comparison of Green Heat Tracked and Evaluated Savings at the Generator Initial Gross Savings Adjusted Gross Savings NTGR Net Savings Energy Savings Tracked Savings from ENS 8.510...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia shows that evaluated gross energy savings are 41% lower than tracked savings, primarily due to reduced unitary savings for MSHPs and ASHPs. Evaluated net energy savings are 42% lower, attributed to higher free-ridership levels, especially for new path participants with electric heating who installed MSHPs.
2016 2017 EPI MURB/RP&C RDI RDI RP&C EPI Net Savings 45 39.375 40 36.357 35 27.272 30 25 18.962 18.998 17.877 20 15 8.98 8.858 10 6.355 4.418 3.298 5 2.129 0 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Energy Savings (GWh) Peak Demand Savings (MW) 5 The...
AI summary The document presents data on energy savings and peak demand savings from 2012 to 2017, including program components like RDI, RP&C, and EPI. It also notes a correction in the number of participants in the RDI 2016 program and the renaming of the MURB program to RP&C in 2014.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report The average number of products per participant has increased overall, partially because of the higher proportion of participants living in single-family homes in 2017, which typically have...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report highlights that the average number of products per participant increased, partly due to more single-family home participants. However, A-type lamp replacements decreased significantly, impacting EPI's gross savings. EPI received high participant satisfaction ratings, with positive feedback on installer interactions and overall service quality.
rogram components in the 2017 DSM Programs Evaluation Executive Summary, the Evaluator has one main recommendation on how to improve EPI, which is presented below and can also be found in Appendix XV. 2017 EPI-R1. Document the energy-savin...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Program Evaluation Executive Summary highlights a recommendation to improve the Efficient Product Installation (EPI) program by documenting energy-saving potential from halogen incandescents and CFL lamp replacements. It notes a decline in the average number of LED lamps installed per household, suggesting fewer incandescents are present and fewer future replacement opportunities.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report INTRODUCTION Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) is a franchise held by EfficiencyOne7 and is responsible for helping Nova Scotians improve the energy efficiency of their homes and workplaces. ENS...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) is a franchise held by EfficiencyOne7 and delivers energy efficiency programs funded by Nova Scotia Power and the Province of Nova Scotia. Econoler led the evaluation of ENS's 2017 demand-side management (DSM) program portfolio, collaborating with multiple firms to assess program impact and energy efficiency codes.
interviews and surveys with participants and partners, as well as analyzed and reported on the data collected from these activities. Throughout this report, this team is referred to as the Evaluator. For each program, the Evaluator prepare...
AI summary The document discusses the evaluation of demand-side management (DSM) programs conducted by Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) in 2017. It outlines the evaluation process, including interviews, surveys, and data analysis, and refers to Table 8, which lists the types of evaluations conducted for each program component in 2016 and 2017.
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Number of Participants Gross Savings per Participant (MWh) Home Energy Assessment 5 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Despite a participation level similar to...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report shows that the Home Energy Assessment (HEA) program achieved 8.306 GWh in gross energy savings and 2.348 MW in gross peak demand savings, despite participation levels similar to 2016. The report includes a visual representation of HEA's savings evolution from 2011 to 2017.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report As part of this evaluation, the Evaluator calculated the margin of error for survey samples, free-ridership levels, installation rates and savings adjustment ratios where applicable. The ma...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia includes an analysis of survey margins of error, interviews with Energy Advisors, and a participant survey to gather feedback on the Home Energy Assessment program. Topics covered include participant motivations, satisfaction, verification of upgrades, free-ridership, and program improvements.
s-influence from ENS promotion and other program components) › Internal spillover › Barriers to the implementation of recommended upgrades › Recommendations for improvements › Demographics The total number of HEA participants was 931 for t...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses the Home Energy Assessment (HEA) program component, including participant perspectives, survey results, and an evaluation of the Effective Useful Life (EUL) values used by ENS. A sample of 70 participants was surveyed to assess satisfaction, barriers, and program influence.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report 3.2.3 Barriers to Participation and Recommendations for Improvement The EAs offered diverse feedback regarding opportunities for ENS to increase the number of participants that register for...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses barriers to participation in Efficiency Nova Scotia's Home Energy Assessment (HEA) program. Key barriers include the cost of upgrades and limited outreach. Recommendations include engaging real estate professionals, increasing incentives, and expanding marketing efforts. The report also highlights the importance of tools like the Energy Action Plan (EAP) to encourage participation.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report All the EAs believed that existing homes have greater potential for improving energy efficiency because they are probably not up to the current building code. The EAs suggested that ENS sho...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses the potential for improving energy efficiency in existing homes and suggests additional measures such as PV panels and tankless water heaters. It also outlines the impact evaluation of the Home Energy Assessment (HEA) program, focusing on gross and net energy savings.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report The billing analysis was performed for HEA participants between 2013 and 2015. The analysis for the period before the upgrades was made for 305 participants, while the analysis for the peri...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report analyzed billing data from HEA participants before and after upgrades, revealing an average overestimation ratio of 16 percent. The report also noted that wood and pellet space-heating equipment was not simulated in HOT2000, with savings values aligned to Green Heat evaluations. Adjustments were not made for electric baseboard systems.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Table 12: Tracked and Revised Unitary Savings for Space-heating Equipment Tracked Savings Value Revised Savings Value Category of Equipment (kWh) (kWh) Wood Stove – With Electric Baseboard...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses tracked and revised unitary savings for space-heating equipment, including wood stoves, pellet stoves, and furnaces. It notes a correction in the 2016 evaluation report regarding the COP value used for heat pumps.
ounted to 8.306 GWh and 2.348 MW respectively. Based on the revised EUL values for various types of measures, the 2017 annual gross energy savings represents 166.116 GWh in lifetime energy savings. Home Energy Assessment 27 Existing Reside...
AI summary The document provides data on energy savings from the Home Energy Assessment (HEA) program, including revised gross energy and peak demand savings. It references the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report and Efficiency Nova Scotia's existing residential program.
The 2017 unconverted D assessment spillover energy and peak demand savings for HEA were estimated at 0.632 GWh and 0.179 MW at the meter respectively. Detailed results are shown in Table 17 below. Home Energy Assessment 30 Existing Residen...
AI summary The 2017 unconverted D assessment spillover energy and peak demand savings for the Home Energy Assessment (HEA) program were estimated at 0.632 GWh and 0.179 MW, respectively. The table provides detailed results, including the number of participants and average savings per participant.
7). Emera Inc., Management’s Discussion & Analysis As at February 10, 2017, http://investors.emera.com/Cache/1500095769.PDF?Y=&O=PDF&D=&fid=1500095769&T=&iid=4072693 (Last accessed December 17, 2017) Home Energy Assessment 31 Existing Resi...
AI summary The document references a 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which includes a table evaluating net energy and peak demand savings for the Home Energy Assessment (HEA) program.
cy Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Table 18: Evaluated Net Energy and Peak Demand Savings for HEA Savings Total Energy Savings Revised Gross Energy Savings – at the Meter (GWh) 7.558 NTGR 0.76 Unconverted D Assessment Spillover Ener...
AI summary This section of the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report presents evaluated net energy and peak demand savings for the Home Energy Assessment (HEA) program. It includes figures for energy savings at the meter and generator, as well as peak demand savings, and compares them with tracked savings in Table 19.
the energy and peak demand savings established through this evaluation and those calculated in the tracking system. Table 19: Comparison of Tracked and Evaluated Savings at the Generator Adjusted Gross Initial Gross Savings NTGR Net Saving...
AI summary The document compares tracked and evaluated energy and peak demand savings from the ENS and Green Heat programs. The evaluation shows slight differences due to revised unitary savings and changes in the 2017 spillover level compared to 2016.
2017 DSM Evaluation Report 5 GREEN HEAT OVERVIEW The following sections present the Green Heat evaluation results. The evaluation results of the EPI program component follow. This section describes Green Heat, follows up on the 2016 evalua...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses the Green Heat program, which provides financial incentives for homeowners to reduce electricity use for heating. It outlines the program's goals, managed by ENS staff, and details the categories of heating systems eligible for rebates, including heat pumps, biomass, and solar thermal. The report also describes changes to the program starting in August 2017, dividing eligibility into old and new paths.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report New Path On August 1, 2017, Green Heat was relaunched as a mail-in rebate program component, thereby eliminating the pre-approval process. Homeowners now have 90 days after the purchase and...
AI summary In 2017, Green Heat was relaunched as a mail-in rebate program, removing the pre-approval process and changing the incentive structure for heat pump equipment. Incentives for four heat pump types are now based on refrigeration ton rather than fixed amounts, and incentives for wood and pellet furnaces were reduced. ENS discontinued its financing option and referred applicants to HEA or NSP for financing.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report MSHPs were added to the Green Heat offerings in 2015 and quickly became very popular, now accounting for the majority of products installed through Green Heat. Another change under the new...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses updates to the Green Heat program, including the addition of MSHPs and changes to eligibility criteria. It also outlines the program's goals for electricity and peak demand savings and references the 2016 evaluation report's recommendations and their implementation status.
Table 21: Implementation Status of Recommendations in the 2016 Executive Summary 2016 Recommendations Status 2016 GH-R1. Monitor market progress to adapt the program component offer to the Implemented evolving market. 2016 GH-R2. Increase...
AI summary The document outlines the implementation status of recommendations from the 2016 Executive Summary, including monitoring market progress, increasing program advertising, and researching more accurate sources for savings calculations. It also mentions the temporary expansion of heat pump offerings to non-electrically heated homes.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report All 2016 Green Heat recommendations have been implemented by ENS, except for Recommendation 2016 GH-R2 which still requires some effort. To implement that recommendation, ENS has developed...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) has implemented most 2016 Green Heat recommendations, but Recommendation 2016 GH-R2 still needs work. ENS has used digital marketing and collaboration with contractors to raise awareness, but over one third of contractors were unaware of changes three months after implementation. Recommendation 2016 GH-R1 involves monitoring market indicators, and ENS requested a market evolution assessment, with results in Section 9.
rs that include equipment sales and prices. To implement this recommendation, ENS asked the Evaluator to conduct a market evolution assessment. The results of this analysis are presented in Section 9. Pursuant to Recommendation 2016 GH-R3,...
AI summary The document discusses updates to tracked savings for MSHPs based on 2016 and 2017 evaluations, including expanded participation in the Green Heat program and the inclusion of non-electrically heated homes. It also outlines the installation of various measures and the impact of policy changes on participation.
ly heated homes for a few months in 2017, which resulted in a participation increase for this measure. Figure 9 breaks down all the measures installed through Green Heat since 2011 by measure type. Green Heat 36 Existing Residential Progra...
AI summary The Green Heat program, part of Efficiency Nova Scotia, saw participation increase in 2017 after homes were heated for a few months. However, gross energy savings decreased in 2017 compared to 2016 due to lower average savings from heat pumps, although peak demand savings increased.
HPs and ASHPs as a result of the billing analyses conducted in 2017. However, peak demand savings increased similarly to participation levels since they were not affected by billing analysis findings. Figure 10: Summary of Gross Savings fo...
AI summary The evaluation of the Green Heat program in 2017 focused on analyzing energy savings and peak demand reductions. The methodology included billing analyses and data collection activities, with results showing increased savings over time despite initial findings in 2017.
t for the 2017 Green Heat evaluation. Figure 11 illustrates the various data collection activities carried out for the evaluation. Figure 11: Methodological Model The Evaluator first reviewed program component documentation and then met th...
AI summary The evaluation of the 2017 Green Heat program involved a methodological model with data collection activities. The Evaluator reviewed documentation and met with the program manager to verify implementation status and prepare data collection instruments. The evaluation aimed for a 10% margin of error at a 90% confidence level to ensure precision.
the margin of error indicates the relative level of precision34 of the measurement, while its associated confidence level indicates the probability of a measure falling within this margin of error.35 As part of this evaluation, the Evaluat...
AI summary The document discusses the evaluation of survey results, including the calculation of margins of error and confidence levels. It outlines contractor interviews and participant surveys conducted in 2017 to assess the Green Heat and ENS programs, focusing on contractor involvement, outreach processes, and participant satisfaction.
2017 DSM Evaluation Report The participant surveys were meant to collect feedback on the following aspects of Green Heat: › Participation motivations › Usage of the old and new equipment installed › Free-ridership (including the cross-infl...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report outlines participant surveys and on-site visits conducted to evaluate the Green Heat program. Surveys collected feedback on participation, equipment usage, and satisfaction, while on-site visits verified installation and gathered system usage data.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Billing Analysis A billing analysis was conducted for participants who had an MSHP or an ASHP installed in previous years to establish the average energy savings achieved. The billing analy...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia includes a billing analysis of energy savings from MSHP and ASHP installations and a review of Effective Useful Life (EUL) values. It also includes a phone survey of Green Heat participants to assess their experiences and recommendations for program improvements.
ess burdensome on contractors, participants, and ENS. According to ENS staff, the Green Heat market actors (contractors and participants) experienced three key interrelated problems with the old path: › Projects took a long time for a rela...
AI summary The existing Green Heat program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report is described as burdensome on contractors, participants, and ENS. The process was slow, confusing, and led to dissatisfaction due to pre-approval requirements and delays in project timelines.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report The new path aimed to resolve the three key problems by requiring fewer actions by the market actors and removing the pre-approval stage. This has had the effect of removing ENS from involv...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia's new DSM approach streamlines the process by removing pre-approval stages, allowing ENS to focus on approving installed measures and issuing rebates. The Green Heat program manager expressed optimism about improved efficiency, and the new path expands eligibility for heat pump installations regardless of pre-existing heating fuel type.
27% Refused 3% Gender Male 66% Female 34% New path participants took advantage of the program component change that allowed non-electrically heated homes to participate. Fifty-eight percent of new path participants used electricity as thei...
AI summary The evaluation report discusses participant demographics in the Green Heat program, highlighting the shift in eligibility to include non-electrically heated homes. It also notes contractor engagement, with most having experience in selling and installing heat pumps for several years.
Measures Offered Heat Pump 90% Wood/Pellet 20% Solar 10% Years Aware of Green Heat 5 or more 50% About 2 35% 1 year or less 5% Don’t know 10% Green Heat Awareness Source NSP 25% Industry, suppliers or wholesalers 20% ENS Source (contact, o...
AI summary The text presents data on awareness and adoption of green heat measures, including heat pumps, wood/pellet, and solar, along with sources of awareness and participant engagement levels. It highlights the percentage of respondents aware of green heat options and the sources of their awareness.
65% Not Aware 35% Three contractors sold both heat pumps and/or solar equipment and wood stoves. One contractor reported two awareness sources: contacts through NSP and ENS 7.3 Green Heat Outreach and Delivery Contractors stated promoting...
AI summary The document discusses the role of contractors in promoting the Green Heat program, noting that 17 out of 20 contractors are typically the source of information for participants. Marketing efforts by NSP and ENS have supported contractor promotion. Contractors have integrated Green Heat eligibility into their sales process, and some participants bring up rebates before contractors do.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Despite contractor promotion, word-of-mouth was the primary source of awareness of MSHPs among interviewed MSHP participants. Of those who installed an MSHP, over half (54%) reported they b...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report indicates that word-of-mouth was the primary source of awareness for MSHPs among participants, with 54% learning about the technology from friends or family. Advertisements were more effective for new path respondents compared to old path respondents.
3% Statistically significant (z-test <.05) difference between old and new path participants. Participants were generally aware of MSHPs before installing the technology. All but 13 percent of MSHP respondents were aware of MSHPs at least s...
AI summary The text discusses participant awareness of MSHPs (Mini-Split Heat Pumps) before installation, with most participants being aware at least six months prior. It references a figure showing the timeline of awareness and mentions the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Outreach efforts by contractors have not changed much as a result of the new path. Of the 13 contractors aware of the new path, seven noted no change in outreach efforts, five indicated a m...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report highlights that outreach efforts by contractors have not significantly changed despite a new path. Contractors emphasize long-term savings and non-energy benefits as key selling points for energy-efficient equipment, though some note that incentives are not the strongest motivators for participants.
4% 42 Statistically significant (z-test <.05) between old and new path participants. 7.4 Barriers and Participant Concerns For participants who had previously considered installing an MSHP, cost was the most prominent barrier hindering the...
AI summary The text discusses barriers to installing MSHPs, with cost being the primary concern. Participants indicated a price range of $4,070 to $6,250 as acceptable for MSHPs, which can inform incentive structures. A Z-Test was used to assess statistically significant differences in responses between groups.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Figure 13: Participant Concerns with the Program Component and Installed Equipment Reliability of the equipment 28% 7% 64% Selecting the right equipment 23% 11% 63% Both Paths (n=141) Equip...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia highlights participant concerns with the program component and installed equipment, including reliability, equipment selection, contractor availability, cost, appearance, installation disruption, energy savings realization, application paperwork, and working with ENS.
5% Other 17% Open-ended responses were coded into multiple responses. 7.5 Satisfaction with Green Heat Participants were largely satisfied with all elements of Green Heat, except the rebate amount which received lower satisfaction scores....
AI summary Participants in the Green Heat program were largely satisfied with its elements, except for the rebate amount. The quality of installed equipment and eligibility requirements for financing were highly rated, while the rebate amount and application process were points of dissatisfaction for some participants.
was a streamlined and quicker process for both contractors and participants resulting from the elimination of the pre-approval requirement. Benefits described by the twelve satisfied contractors were: › The elimination of pre-approval decr...
AI summary The streamlined process for the Green Heat program, including the elimination of pre-approval requirements, has improved satisfaction among contractors and participants. Benefits include faster processing and expanded eligibility, though some contractors remain unsure about the changes.
2017 DSM Evaluation Report Figure 15: Contractor Satisfaction with Green Heat by Path Mean New Path (n=13) 15% 8% 77% 7.5 Old Path (n=20) 15% 25% 55% 6.8 Don't Know Dissatisfied (0-4) Moderately Satisfied (5-7) Highly Satisfied (8-10) Resp...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses contractor satisfaction with the Green Heat program under the new and old paths. It highlights that most contractors interact with ENS infrequently, and some report difficulty in reaching ENS staff, with one contractor expressing dissatisfaction with the new path due to increased time and frustration.
th the new path, noted that the new path has been time consuming and frustrating for participants. The contractor specified that it has been difficult to get answers from ENS since Green Heat changed. Contacting ENS by phone was the most c...
AI summary Contractors have found the new Green Heat path time-consuming and frustrating due to difficulties in getting answers from ENS. They recommend increased outreach, simpler documentation, and expanded rebate-qualified equipment lists to improve the program.
13% Other 20% The majority (75%) of contractors reported being a member of the Efficiency Trade Network (ETN).43 Of these 15 contractors, eight reported benefiting from their association with the network. Of these eight, six described bene...
AI summary The majority of contractors are members of the Efficiency Trade Network (ETN), with some reporting benefits such as referrals and increased exposure. Some contractors suggested improvements to the ETN list, including ensuring quality and displaying specializations. However, some contractors on the ETN list were not found online.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report 7.7 Influence of Green Heat Roughly a quarter to a third of contractors indicated that Green Heat influenced an element of their business. A minority of contractors reported that Green Heat...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses the influence of Green Heat on contractors, noting that roughly a quarter to a third of them reported increased knowledge, offerings, and availability of high-efficiency MSHPs. Almost half of contractors indicated that Green Heat has marginally increased their sales, while the rest reported no significant impact.
ed their sales due to heightened awareness and demand for energy-efficient heating systems. The other 55 percent of contractors reported that Green Heat has neither helped nor hindered their business. Contractors were asked to provide some...
AI summary The Green Heat program has had mixed effects on contractors, with 45% reporting increased sales due to awareness of energy-efficient heating systems, while 55% saw no impact. Contractors noted that the program encourages participants to choose more efficient models, particularly those already considering MSHPs, though some found its influence limited.
on their contractor to determine eligibility based on the technical specifications of the equipment. This means more room for error in determining if a participant will actually receive an incentive. To improve Green Heat, participants mos...
AI summary Participants in the Green Heat program suggested improving advertising and communication to enhance program effectiveness. New path participants emphasized the need for better advertising more than old path participants. They also recommended increasing awareness of eligibility requirements and improving communication with ENS.
Table 30: Participant Recommendations for Improving Green Heat Improvements Old Path (n=44) New Path (n=23) Advertise the program component more or in a better way 27% 52% Offer more information and flexibility on the eligibility requireme...
AI summary The text presents participant recommendations for improving the Green Heat program, highlighting a statistically significant increase in support for better advertising and more flexible eligibility requirements in the 'New Path' group compared to the 'Old Path' group. The data is drawn from an evaluation of Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM program.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report 8 GREEN HEAT IMPACT EVALUATION The objective of the 2017 Green Heat impact evaluation is to determine the gross and net electrical energy and peak demand savings achieved. 8.1 Gross Savings...
AI summary The 2017 Green Heat impact evaluation assesses the gross and net electrical energy and peak demand savings from the program. On-site visits were conducted for biomass, heat pump, and solar measures, with a focus on MSHPs and ASHPs. The peak demand savings period is defined as the coldest days between December and February.
ry since no such installations had been performed by the time the on-site visits were conducted in November. Similarly, no on-site visits were conducted for HPWHs given the limited quantity installed. The on-site visits served to verify en...
AI summary The on-site visits were conducted to verify energy savings by confirming the proper installation and operation of rebated equipment. No visits were conducted for HPWHs due to limited installations. Additional information was gathered on heating systems and equipment usage.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report The on-site visits revealed that the GSHP and MSHPs were installed and operating correctly. Conversely, three of the five ASHP visits revealed installation issues. In two cases, the issues...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report highlights that GSHPs were installed correctly, while ASHPs encountered installation issues, including inadequate heating and blowing cool air during heating mode. The report also notes challenges in identifying the correct model number for a GSHP unit.
Tracked Energy Savings Value Tracked Peak Demand Savings Value Category of Equipment (kWh/year) (kW) Heat Pump Water Heaters 2,183 0.354 Revised Savings The Evaluator reviewed the existing unitary savings value and concluded that the metho...
AI summary The document reviews the tracked energy savings and peak demand savings values for heat pump water heaters and mini-split heat pumps (MSHPs) under the Efficiency Nova Scotia program. It notes that the existing methodology for calculating savings remains adequate and discusses changes in the incentive structure for MSHPs, including expanded eligibility to non-electrically heated households.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Since a peak coincident demand savings factor could not be determined through the billing analysis, MSHP peak demand savings are calculated for each installed MSHP system for electrically h...
AI summary This section of the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses the calculation of peak demand savings for Mini-Split Heat Pumps (MSHP) in electrically heated households, using a modified version of the Pennsylvania PUC TRM algorithm. It outlines the parameters and their numerical values used in the calculation.
ld have had an effect on base consumption. 52 Government of Canada, Station Results - 1981-2010 Climate Normals and Averages, http://climate.weather.gc.ca. These data are updated every 10 years. Green Heat 69 Existing Residential Program E...
AI summary The analysis of the Existing Residential Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia in the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report excluded participants with non-functional heat pumps and applied statistical criteria to ensure the validity of the results, retaining 170 out of 292 initial participants.
ectrical heating system in the absence of the program, then the purchase of a high-efficiency heat pump results in increased electricity consumption and therefore negative electricity savings. For the basecase scenario, the decision to pur...
AI summary The text discusses the impact of a high-efficiency heat pump on electricity consumption in non-electrically heated households, and how survey responses were used to establish a basecase for evaluating free-ridership in the Green Heat program.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report There is, however, the possibility that a small number of participants might have purchased a heat pump sooner than anticipated because of influence from Green Heat since four participants...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report notes that some participants may have purchased heat pumps earlier due to Green Heat, potentially leading to negative savings in the initial years. More research is needed to confirm this impact, and no adjustments were made in the evaluation.
nil (i.e. the overall energy savings impact from non-electrical participants would be positive if only 19% of participants would have waited to purchase their heat pump in the absence of Green Heat). The Evaluator also considered the impac...
AI summary The evaluation of the Green Heat program considers the impact of early heat pump purchases on energy savings, noting that even with some participants buying heat pumps earlier, lifetime energy savings remain positive. However, there is uncertainty about the extent of any savings decrease, and the Evaluator recommends more precise quantification of negative savings in the future.
2017 DSM Evaluation Report 8.1.4 Savings Review of Central Air-source, Air-to-water and Ground-source Heat Pumps Central Air-source and Air-to-water Heat Pumps The central air-source heat pump category under Green Heat currently includes c...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report reviews energy savings from central air-source and air-to-water heat pumps. Savings are calculated using a modified Pennsylvania PUC TRM57 algorithm, AHRI-certified capacities, and performance metrics based on Northern Minnesota energy modelling data.
60 Minnesota Department of Commerce – Division of Energy Resources, State of Minnesota Technical Reference Manual for Energy Conservation Improvement Programs – Version 2, Effective January 1, 2017. Green Heat 78 Existing Residential Progr...
AI summary The document references a technical reference manual from the Minnesota Department of Commerce and discusses energy conservation improvement programs. It also mentions an evaluation report related to Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM program, including a table defining parameters for tracked energy and peak demand savings, specifically focusing on Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP).
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Revised Savings Electrically Heated Households A billing analysis was performed in the 2017 evaluation to more accurately estimate ASHP energy savings for all previously mentioned scenarios...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia analyzed the energy savings of air-source heat pumps (ASHP) using a billing analysis and linear regression model. The study included participants from 2013 to 2016 and applied statistical criteria to filter data, resulting in 37 participants being categorized based on heating system type.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Given the small sample sizes, it is difficult to establish distinct unitary savings for any of these categories. However, it seems that participants who do not have a secondary heating syst...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report notes that small sample sizes make it difficult to determine distinct unitary savings. Participants without secondary heating systems showed higher savings, and further analysis is recommended for those with secondary heat pumps. ASHPs in homes without secondary heating systems achieved significant energy savings, with EFLH estimated at 842 hours.
ctrical resistance heating system › Would have kept their non-electrical heating system 63 142 centrally-ducted air-to-air heat pumps and one centrally-ducted air-to-water heat pump in 2017. Green Heat 82 Existing Residential Program Effic...
AI summary The document discusses energy savings calculations for different scenarios involving heat pump installations under the Efficiency Nova Scotia program. It highlights how savings vary based on whether participants replace non-electrical systems with heat pumps or keep their existing systems, impacting electricity consumption.
tia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Table 44: Analysis of Electricity Consumption for Participants who Installed GSHPs Existing Heating Systems Average Annual Annual Energy Consumption Existing Savings as per Participant Before Primary Heating...
AI summary Table 44 presents an analysis of electricity consumption for participants who installed GSHPs (Ground-Source Heat Pumps) and compares their energy usage before installation with savings. The data includes various heating systems and their associated energy consumption and savings.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report For hybrid HPWHs, most jurisdictions refer to either the DEER (EUL of 10 years for HPWHs) or the DOE (EUL of 13 years for gas-fired, electrical, and oil-fired storage water heaters). Since...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses the selection of Estimated Useful Life (EUL) values for various efficiency measures, including hybrid heat pump water heaters (HPWHs) and solar heating systems. The Evaluator opted for EUL values based on DEER and ENERGY STAR guidelines, citing specific data for HPWHs and solar systems.
352 0.0 1.06 Non-electrically Heated GSHP N/A N/A 17,196 11,544 7.79 8.70 8.1.8 Revised Gross Savings Table 48 below outlines the revised total gross savings at the generator, which were calculated using a residential line loss factor of 1...
AI summary The document provides revised gross savings for the Green Heat program, calculated using a residential line loss factor of 1.099. The total gross energy and peak demand savings at the generator are estimated at 5.026 GWh and 5.114 MW, respectively, based on weighted average line loss factors for different rate codes.
s Factor 1.099 1.099 1.099 1.099 1.099 1.099 Gross Peak Demand Savings – at the Generator (MW) 0.220 0.088 0.017 0.000 0 0.001 Green Heat 92 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary The text presents data on peak demand savings and a reference to an efficiency program report, highlighting efficiency initiatives in residential areas under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which assesses the performance and outcomes of demand-side management programs in the province.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report 8.3 Net Savings Net savings are defined as the energy use reductions specifically attributable to Green Heat. Net savings were estimated by applying the NTGR listed above to the evaluated g...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia calculates net savings from the Green Heat program. Net savings are determined using the Net-to-Gross Ratio (NTGR) applied to gross evaluation savings. Total net energy savings were 2.980 GWh, resulting in 1,946 tonnes of avoided CO2 eq annually. The average Estimated Useful Life (EUL) of 18.10 years leads to 53.925 GWh of net lifetime energy savings.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which assesses the effectiveness of demand-side management programs in the province.
.083 0.154 0.012 0.039 2.711 Line Loss Factor 1.099 1.099 1.099 1.099 1.099 1.099 - Net Energy Savings – at the Generator (GWh) 1.889 0.243 0.091 0.170 0.013 0.043 2.980 Effective Useful Life (years) 18 18 18 18 18 25 - Net Lifetime Energy...
AI summary The text presents numerical data comparing energy and peak demand savings from the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report to those calculated in the tracking sheet, highlighting metrics such as Net Energy Savings, Net Lifetime Energy Savings, and Net Peak Demand Savings.
2017 DSM Evaluation Report Table 52 compares the energy and peak demand savings established through this evaluation to those calculated in the tracking sheet. Table 52: Comparison of Tracked and Evaluated Savings at the Generator Initial G...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report compares tracked and evaluated energy and peak demand savings. Evaluated gross energy savings are 41% lower than tracked savings due to lower unitary savings for MSHPs and ASHPs. Evaluated net energy savings are 42% lower due to higher free-ridership. Evaluated net peak demand savings are 18% higher due to adjustments for non-electrically heated households with MSHPs or ASHPs.
. This difference mainly results from the adjustment made for participants who installed an MSHP or an ASHP in non-electrically heated households, for which ENS had tracked nil peak demand savings. Green Heat 100 Existing Residential Progr...
AI summary The document discusses the evolution of the MSHP market in Nova Scotia, noting changes reported by contractors and the need for ENS to adapt program offerings. It highlights the difficulty in assessing market adoption due to insufficient data.
has increased somewhat over time (from 12.34 to 13.04), there is very little change in the overall efficiency of the incented units over the period. 9.2.3 Market Share of High-efficiency MSHPs The Evaluator interviewed contractors who sell...
AI summary The text discusses the market share of high-efficiency MSHPs in Nova Scotia, noting that 90% of sales by interviewed contractors would have qualified for Green Heat, though this may be overestimated due to eligibility changes in August 2017. The data comes from the 2017 ENS Green Heat Tracking Sheet.
In addition, since these contractors all participated in Green Heat, their answers may not be representative of the broader market. The majority of 85 Source: 2017 ENS Green Heat Tracking Sheet Green Heat 103 Existing Residential Program E...
AI summary The evaluation report discusses the impact of the Green Heat program on MSHP sales, noting mixed results with some contractors reporting increased sales and others citing market saturation as a factor. It also highlights changes in MSHP prices and incentives in 2017.
/hr. Average incentives have decreased across the range of units, reflecting changes to incentive levels made in 2017. Table 55: Average Costs and Incentives of Program Component Units 2016 2017 Cooling Capacity (Btu/hr) Average Cost Avera...
AI summary The text discusses a decrease in average incentives for program component units between 2016 and 2017, with specific data provided in Table 55. The section also references the 'Existing Residential Program' and 'Efficiency Nova Scotia' in the context of a 2017 DSM Evaluation Report, and mentions 'Codes and Standards' under section 9.2.5.
urg M. and Hoefgen L., 2009. Market Effects and Market Transformation: Their Role in Energy Efficiency Program Design and Evaluation. Prepared for California Institute of Energy and the Environment. Green Heat 105 Existing Residential Prog...
AI summary The text references a 2009 study on energy efficiency program design and evaluation, and mentions 'Green Heat' and 'Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report', focusing on key factors in program component planning.
2017 DSM Evaluation Report Table 56: Analysis of Key Factors in Program Component Planning Factor Results
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report includes a table analyzing key factors in program component planning, though specific details of the analysis are not provided in the excerpt.
blish peak demand savings. Figure 18: Summary of Gross Savings in RDI and RP&C and EPI Gross Energy Savings (GWh) Gross Peak Demand Savings (MW) 50 12 45 40 10 35 8 30 25 6 20 15 4 10 2 5 0 0 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2012 2013 2014 20...
AI summary The document discusses the evaluation methodology for the Efficient Product Installation (EPI) program in 2017, including data collection activities. It also references energy savings and peak demand reductions from the RDI and RP&C programs.
ke random sampling errors into account; they do not reflect non-sampling errors or biases such as data entry errors, inaccurate responses from respondents or the inability to contact certain people. Efficient Product Installation 111 Exist...
AI summary This section discusses the evaluation of the Efficient Product Installation (EPI) program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report. It mentions the calculation of margins of error for survey samples and free-ridership levels, and outlines the participant survey conducted in October 2017 with 100 non-low-income participants.
ly assigned an NTGR of 1. All low-income participants were removed from the EPI survey sample so that the levels of free-ridership and spillover could be determined for EPI using the survey results. Efficient Product Installation 112 Exist...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report for Efficiency Nova Scotia discusses the unitary savings review and effective useful life review for the Efficient Product Installation (EPI) program. Literature reviews and engineering calculations were used to assess savings values and EUL for different product types.
before occupancy. All the lamps installed through this pilot were 9 W LED lamps and ENS applied a unitary savings value of 50.3 kWh per year, with a displaced wattage of 51 W (9 W replacing 60 W). Efficient Product Installation 116 Existin...
AI summary The document discusses the Efficient Product Installation (EPI) program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report. It details the use of 9 W LED lamps replacing 40 W and 60 W bulbs, with unitary savings values of 30.6 kWh/year and 50.3 kWh/year respectively. The calculation uses an average daily usage of 2.7 hours based on the Northeast Residential Lighting Hours-of-Use Study.
ts (kWh/year) (kWh/year) Low-flow Showerhead with 0.5 gpm flow reduction 369 265 Low-flow Showerhead with 0.75 gpm flow reduction 553 398 Low-flow Showerhead with 1 gpm flow reduction 738 531 Revised Savings The Evaluator modified the algo...
AI summary The document discusses the revised savings calculations for low-flow showerheads in the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report. The Evaluator adjusted the algorithm used by ENS to account for the number of showers in homes and apartments, correcting overestimated savings based on previous assumptions.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Table 64: Revised Unitary Savings Values for Low-Flow Showerheads Unitary Savings Value Unitary Savings Value Product Type for Single-family Homes for Apartments (kWh/year) (kWh/year) Low-f...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia discusses the revised unitary savings values for low-flow showerheads and the continued use of unitary savings values for pipe insulation and hot water tank wraps based on prior evaluations and literature reviews.
t installed. The resulting installation rate for this outlier was 413 percent. In the gross savings calculation, the outlier installation rate was only applied to the savings of that specific case.101 Because the smart power controllers’ r...
AI summary The text discusses the installation rates of smart power controllers, noting a low installation rate of 57% with a margin of error of 10.6%. The Evaluator sampled more participants in 2017 to improve accuracy and found that the true installation rate is likely between 46% and 68%. The low adoption rate suggests the technology is not being effectively adopted.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report The Evaluator calculated the peak-demand-to-energy ratio for LED holiday lights. To evaluate the probability that the LED holiday lights are turned on during NSP’s peak demand period, Econo...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report calculates the peak-demand-to-energy ratio for LED holiday lights, using a 35% peak coincidence factor based on NSP’s peak load data from 2014, assuming similar patterns in 2017. This ratio is 1.509 W/kWh and applies to both single-family homes and apartments.
oling load during summer. The same effect occurs for hot water insulation measures. 102 Nova Scotia Power, Open Access Same-Time Information System, Hourly Total Net Nova Scotia Load, available at (Last accessed January 18, 2016). Efficien...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses the methodology used by Energy Nova Scotia (ENS) to calculate interactive effects for energy and peak demand savings, noting that most jurisdictions use separate factors for each. ENS updated its approach in 2016 to reflect this practice.
e separate interactive effects factors for energy savings and peak demand savings. As of 2016, ENS decided to apply different interactive effects factors to the peak demand savings and energy savings. The interactive effects factors used b...
AI summary ENS applied different interactive effects factors for energy and peak demand savings as of 2016. Energy savings factors were based on a 2015 methodology, while peak demand factors were adjusted for product types not derived from whole-building modelling. Adjustments also incorporated specific LED product installation percentages in homes with electric heating and cooling systems.
eractive effects factor of -24.0 percent for buildings electrically heated with a heat pump. Table 68 lists the interactive effects factor calculation results for lighting products installed indoors. Table 68: Interactive Effects Calculati...
AI summary The text discusses the interactive effects factor for different heating and air-conditioning scenarios in buildings with LED products installed indoors. The weighted interactive effects factor is calculated as -17.7% for energy and -40.4% for peak demand.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Table 69: Interactive Effects Factors for LED Lamps, LED Nightlights and LED Holiday Lights Peak Demand Energy Interactive Category of Product % Indoor % Outdoor Interactive Effects Effects...
AI summary This section of the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report presents interactive effect factors for various LED lighting products, including A-type LED lamps, reflector and decorative LED lamps, LED nightlights, and LED holiday lights, and how they impact peak demand and energy usage.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Driven by government regulations, the LED lamp market is evolving rapidly. LEDs installed today may eventually become the baseline since LED technologies are advancing fast and their prices...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses how the LED lamp market is evolving rapidly due to government regulations, leading to changes in baseline energy usage calculations for residential lighting savings. Some jurisdictions, like Illinois and Massachusetts, have adjusted baselines to account for technological advancements and regulatory changes, affecting how energy savings are calculated over time.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia provides an assessment of the Demand Side Management (DSM) program's performance and impact during the year 2017.
ngs at the meter. Ratios from Navigant are used as is, but ratios for lighting products were adjusted to account for the difference in interactive effects factors for energy and peak demand savings. Efficient Product Installation 141 Exist...
AI summary The document discusses the adjustment of efficiency ratios for lighting products in the context of the Efficient Product Installation (EPI) program, specifically for single-family homes under the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which assesses the performance and impact of demand-side management programs in the region.
0.162 0.162 0.000 - Total Gross Peak Demand Savings – at the Meter (MW) 0.044 0.077 0.000 1.906 Line Loss Factor 1.099 1.099 1.099 - Total Gross Peak Demand Savings – at the Generator (MW) 0.049 0.084 0.000 2.094 Efficient Product Installa...
AI summary This section presents data on total gross peak demand savings and energy efficiency metrics, specifically focusing on LED lamps within the Efficient Product Installation (EPI) Apartments program under the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
0.120 0.120 0.120 0.120 0.120 0.120 Total Gross Peak Demand Savings – at the Meter (MW) 0.001 0.115 0.009 0.000 0.002 0.001 Line Loss Factor 1.099 1.099 1.099 1.099 1.099 1.099 Total Gross Peak Demand Savings – at the Generator (MW) 0.001...
AI summary The text presents data on peak demand savings and line loss factors, and references the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, focusing on Efficient Product Installation (EPI) apartments and LED lamps.
0.120 0.120 0.117 0.117 0.117 0.117 Total Gross Peak Demand Savings – at the Meter (MW) 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.004 0.001 0.005 Line Loss Factor 1.099 1.099 1.099 1.099 1.099 1.099 1.099 Total Gross Peak Demand Savings – at the Generator...
AI summary The document presents data on energy and peak demand savings from various efficiency programs, specifically focusing on the Efficient Product Installation (EPI) program in apartments. It includes metrics such as gross energy savings and peak demand reductions for different product categories like LED lights, nightlights, faucet aerators, and low-flow showerheads.
1.099 1.099 1.099 1.099 1.099 Total Gross Peak Demand Savings at the Generator (MW) 0.000 0.003 0.019 0.002 0.009 0.027 Efficient Product Installation 147 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary The document presents data on total gross peak demand savings and references an evaluation report on the Existing Residential Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia, focusing on the 2017 DSM (Demand Side Management) Evaluation Report.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia provides an assessment of the demand-side management programs implemented in 2017, focusing on their effectiveness, participant engagement, and overall impact on energy efficiency.
2017 DSM Evaluation Report 13.2.3 NTGR Calculation The NTGR has been calculated using the following equation: NTGR = (1 – % free-ridership + % internal spillover) Using the free-ridership and internal spillover levels established for non-l...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report calculates the Net-to-Gross Ratio (NTGR) for LED lamps and other products, considering free-ridership and internal spillover. The NTGR for non-low-income participants is 0.87 for tenants and 0.80 for owners, while it is assumed to be 1.00 for low-income participants. The overall NTGR for LED lamps is 0.87, and for other products, it is 1.01 for tenants and 1.06 for owners, resulting in a weighted average NTGR of 0.92.
7). Emera Inc., Management’s Discussion & Analysis As at February 10, 2017, http://investors.emera.com/Cache/1500095769.PDF?Y=&O=PDF&D=&fid=1500095769&T=&iid=4072693 (Last accessed December 17, 2017) Efficient Product Installation 152 Exis...
AI summary The document discusses the Efficient Product Installation (EPI) program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report, focusing on evaluated net energy and peak demand savings by product category, specifically LED lamps.
0.87 0.87 Total Net Peak Demand Savings – at the Meter (MW) 0.016 0.985 0.029 0.004 0.107 0.006 Line Loss Factor 1.099 1.099 1.099 1.099 1.099 1.099 Total Net Peak Demand Savings – at the Generator (MW) 0.018 1.083 0.032 0.004 0.117 0.007...
AI summary The document presents data on total net peak demand savings and line loss factors, and evaluates energy and peak demand savings by product category, specifically LED lamps, under the Efficient Product Installation (EPI) program as part of the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
.099 1.099 1.099 1.099 1.099 1.099 1.099 Total Net Peak Demand Savings – at the Generator (MW) 0.000 0.001 0.012 0.005 0.048 0.013 0.093 Efficient Product Installation 154 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evalua...
AI summary The text provides a table showing total net peak demand savings at the generator level across various time periods, followed by a reference to an evaluation report on the Existing Residential Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia provides an assessment of demand-side management programs, analyzing their effectiveness and impact on energy efficiency and customer participation.
1.04 1.04 1.04 1.04 1.04 1.04 Total Net Peak Demand Savings – at the Meter (MW) 0.037 0.027 0.130 0.033 0.073 0.198 Line Loss Factor 1.099 1.099 1.099 1.099 1.099 1.099 Total Net Peak Demand Savings – at the Generator (MW) 0.040 0.029 0.14...
AI summary The document presents data on total net peak demand savings at the meter and generator, along with line loss factors, and references an evaluation report on the Existing Residential Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia in 2017.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which assesses the performance and outcomes of demand-side management programs in the region during that year.
Loss Factor 1.099 1.099 1.099 - Total Net Peak Demand Savings – at the Generator (MW) 0.054 0.095 0.000 2.129 Efficient Product Installation 156 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Table 83 compar...
AI summary The text presents a comparison of energy and peak demand savings from the 2017 tracking report and the evaluation report, focusing on the Efficient Product Installation program under the Existing Residential Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
and savings. This difference was mainly associated with the lower evaluated peak demand-to-energy ratios used for lighting products based on the findings of the Residential Lighting Metering Study. Efficient Product Installation 157 Existi...
AI summary The text discusses overall savings for the Existing Residential program, including participation levels, gross savings, and net savings, based on the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report CONCLUSION The Existing Residential program is comprised of two well-established program components (HEA and Green Heat) and a new component (EPI, which has resulted from the merger of RDI...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report highlights that the Existing Residential program achieved its peak demand savings target but fell short of its energy savings goal. EPI was the main contributor to energy savings, while Green Heat contributed most to peak demand savings. HEA exceeded both its energy and peak demand savings targets in 2017.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Green Heat Green Heat achieved 2.980 GWh in net energy savings and 3.073 MW in net peak demand savings in 2017, meeting its planned peak demand savings (1.7 MW) but not its planned energy s...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report highlights that Green Heat achieved 2.980 GWh in net energy savings and 3.073 MW in net peak demand savings, meeting its peak demand target but falling short of its energy savings goal. Increased participation, driven by the introduction of MSHPs and policy changes, contributed to higher engagement, though energy savings were lower than expected due to revised savings values from billing analyses.
data at a minimum temperature for all ASHPs would allow for establishing a more accurate unitary savings value because the currently used value was established based on only a small sample of models. As a result of the change from a progra...
AI summary The text discusses changes in the Green Heat program, including a shift to a less burdensome mail-in approach that includes non-electrically heated homes, leading to higher contractor satisfaction but increased free-ridership. It also notes the growing popularity of heat pumps in Nova Scotia and the lack of comprehensive market data.
Program – Appendices. Home Energy Assessment Appendix I - HEA: 2017 Recommendations Appendix II - HEA: Interview Guide with the Energy Advisors Appendix III - HEA: Participant Survey Questionnaire Appendix IV - HEA: Participant Survey Resu...
AI summary The text outlines appendices related to various energy efficiency programs, including Home Energy Assessment, Green Heat, and Efficient Product Installation, with details on surveys, methodologies, and evaluation reports from 2017.
tary Savings Values Appendix XX - EPI: Residential Lighting Metering Study Report Appendix XXI - EPI: Algorithm for Free-ridership Calculation Appendix XXII - EPI: Internal Spillover Methodology Existing Residential Program 163 160 Saint-P...
AI summary This document provides appendices related to the Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) Evaluation, including a Residential Lighting Metering Study Report, an algorithm for free-ridership calculation, and internal spillover methodology.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report
AI summary This document is an appendix report from the 2017 DSM Evaluation conducted by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It provides detailed analysis and findings related to demand-side management programs.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Score Reason 1=not at all satisfied Please share the reason(s) Aspects of the program 10=completely satisfied for your score (regardless NA=Not applicable of the score). DK=Don’t...
AI summary The document is an appendix from the 2017 DSM Evaluation by Efficiency Nova Scotia, containing survey questions about program satisfaction, challenges in delivery, and feedback on the Home Energy Assessment program. It includes sections for participants to rate their experience and provide qualitative feedback.
y efficiency programs and services provided by Efficiency Nova Scotia. Our records indicate that you or your household recently participated in Efficiency Nova Scotia’s Home Energy Assessment program. We would appreciate your collaboration...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia is seeking feedback from participants of their Home Energy Assessment program to evaluate and improve the program. The survey focuses on aspects of participation and is part of the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report under Project No. 6138.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Verification and Recall (Series V) V1. We understand you participated in the Home Energy Assessment program. Is that correct? 1 Yes [CONTINUE] 2 No, does not recall participating...
AI summary This document is part of an evaluation of Nova Scotia's 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) program. It includes a verification process for participants in the Home Energy Assessment program, asking whether they recall participating and providing prompts to help them remember.
NATE AND RECORD.] [IF REFUSED, ASK “Can we schedule a more convenient time for you to conduct this survey?”] [SCHEDULED, IF NECESSARY, FOR: _] Participation [P Series] P1. Now I’m going to ask you to think back to when you decided to sched...
AI summary This section of the document outlines a survey conducted to assess customer participation and satisfaction with the Home Energy Assessment program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation. It asks participants about their primary motivation for joining the program and their overall satisfaction level.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report S6. [ASK IF S5=1] On a scale of 1 to 10, where 1 means the report “wasn’t at all useful” and 10 means the report “was extremely useful,” how useful did you find the report? [1 TO...
AI summary The text includes survey questions from an evaluation of the 2017 DSM (Demand Side Management) report by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It asks respondents to rate the report's usefulness and verify which home energy upgrades were recommended.
=1 (“YES, IMPLEMENTED AT LEAST ONE UPGRADE”) VR3. Which of the following recommendations have you implemented under the Home Energy Assessment program? [ASK FOR EACH ITEM IN VR1a thru j = 1] [1 = YES, IMPLEMENTED, 2 = NO, NOT IMPLEMENTED,...
AI summary The text asks respondents to indicate whether they have implemented specific energy efficiency upgrades under the Home Energy Assessment program, including insulation, heat pumps, and ventilation systems, as part of an evaluation of Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM program.
2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report [ASK VR4a IF AT LEAST ONE “YES, IMPLEMENTED” IN VR3a-j), or yes, implemented all of the upgrades in VR2a, or VR2B = YES. VR4a. On a scale of 1 to 10, where 1 is ‘not at all important’ and 10 is ‘extrem...
AI summary The text outlines survey questions from the 2017 DSM Evaluation Appendix Report, focusing on the importance of various factors in deciding to implement household energy efficiency upgrades through the Home Energy Assessment Program.
SES IN VR3a-j, OR IF ‘YES’ IN VR2b, OR VR2A=02 (ALL Now I’m going to ask you to think of all the energy-efficient upgrades that were implemented to your home under the Home Energy Assessment program. FR1. BEFORE having your home evaluated...
AI summary The text discusses a survey related to the Home Energy Assessment program, asking participants about their plans to implement energy-efficient upgrades before an energy advisor's evaluation and whether they would have paid for these upgrades without a rebate. It is part of an evaluation of Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) program.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report b. [IF FINANCING IN DATABASE] Efficiency Nova Scotia provided you with a $[ACTUAL LOAN AMOUNT] loan for the energy efficiency upgrades you implemented in your home. If you had no...
AI summary This section of the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report asks participants about their financing decisions for energy efficiency upgrades and how they would have acted without the Home Energy Assessment program. It seeks to evaluate the impact of the program on customer behavior.
the savings on your energy bill when evaluating different upgrades for your home in [DATE]. 1. Agree 2. Disagree 98. (Don’t know) 99. (Refused) Spillover (SO Series) [ASK SO SECTION IF VR2a = 1 OR 3, OR IF VR2b = 2, OR IF ANY OF VR3 = ‘2’....
AI summary The text outlines survey questions related to customer participation in the Home Energy Assessment program and subsequent implementation of recommended energy upgrades. It includes conditional logic for follow-up questions based on responses and references a 2017 DSM Evaluation report.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report [IF SO1=1] SO3. Have you received financing or rebates from other Efficiency Nova Scotia programs for the energy efficiency upgrades you implemented on your own after participati...
AI summary The text includes survey questions related to the influence of Efficiency Nova Scotia's Home Energy Assessment program on participants' decisions to implement energy efficiency upgrades. It also references recommendations for program improvements.
on – Appendix Report Demographic Characteristics [D Series] [ASK ALL RESPONDENTS] These final questions are asked for statistical purposes only. The information collected is strictly confidential. D1. What type of residence do you live in?...
AI summary The text includes demographic survey questions for a residential program evaluation in Nova Scotia, focusing on residence type, bedroom count, occupancy, and household size. It also references a 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) Evaluation report.
2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report HEA: PARTICIPANT SURVEY RESULTS The participant survey results are presented in the following tables. P1. Now I’m going to ask you to think back to when you decided to schedule an energy efficiency ass...
AI summary The text presents participant survey results from the 2017 DSM Evaluation, focusing on the Home Energy Assessment program and the reasons participants decided to schedule an energy efficiency assessment.
Mean 8.0 Base: Respondents who read report Don’t know/Refused excluded from calculations Project No. 6138 24 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report S7. Why do you give the report a rating...
AI summary The text presents a survey question asking respondents to provide reasons for rating the 2017 Energy Action Report. It is part of an evaluation of the Existing Residential Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation.
9% Don’t know 3% Base: Respondents who read report VR2a/VR2b. Through the Home Energy Assessment program, have you implemented at least one, all or none of the energy efficiency recommendations, meaning that you received a rebate or financ...
AI summary The text presents survey results from the Home Energy Assessment program, showing the percentage of respondents who implemented energy efficiency upgrades between 2015 and 2017. It also references an evaluation report for Efficiency Nova Scotia's residential program as part of the 2017 DSM Evaluation.
- Ground source geothermal heat pump 7% 2% 4% - 6% - Slight wording change from 2015 Slight wording change from 2016 Project No. 6138 26 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report VR1/V3. Meas...
AI summary The document discusses the Existing Residential Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia, focusing on measure uptake calculated as the percentage of measures implemented compared to those recommended. It includes a project number and notes slight wording changes from previous years.
2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report VR1/V3. Measure uptake calculated as the percentage of measures implemented by measures recommended. 2015 2016 2017 Recommended Energy Efficiency Measure Uptake Measure Measure Measure Uptake Uptake Up...
AI summary This appendix report evaluates the uptake of energy efficiency measures from 2015 to 2017. It shows varying levels of implementation, with some measures like windows and doors achieving high uptake, while others such as heat pump water heaters and geothermal systems had lower uptake rates.
- Ground source geothermal heat pump 25% - - Slight wording change from 2015 Slight wording change from 2016 Project No. 6138 27 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report VR4a. On a scale of...
AI summary The document presents a section from an evaluation of the 2017 DSM program, specifically focusing on the Existing Residential Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia. It includes a survey question asking participants to rate the importance of factors in deciding on household upgrades through the Home Energy Assessment program.
71% Don’t know 4% 6% Base: Respondents who implemented at least one of the eligible measures Project No. 6138 28 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report VR5. What is the most important reas...
AI summary The text presents a survey question asking respondents who did not implement eligible energy efficiency measures in their homes to identify the most important reason, along with any additional reasons. The survey is part of an evaluation of an existing residential energy efficiency program in Nova Scotia.
2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report VR5. What is the most important reason why you did not make the [INSERT ITEM FROM VR3a-j] to your home? Any other reasons?
AI summary This section of the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report asks respondents to identify the most important reason they did not implement a specific energy efficiency measure in their homes, as well as any additional reasons.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report
AI summary This document is an appendix report from Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) Evaluation, providing detailed analysis and findings related to the evaluation of DSM programs.
$400 Base: Respondent who indicated rebate wasn’t high enough, building insulation respondent Project No. 6138 30 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report FR1. BEFORE having your home evalua...
AI summary The text presents survey data from the 2017 DSM Evaluation, focusing on whether respondents had plans to implement energy-efficient upgrades before an energy advisor's home evaluation. The data shows a decrease in the percentage of respondents who had plans to implement some upgrades, from 67% in 2016 to 56% in 2017.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report FR2a/FR2b. Efficiency Nova Scotia paid you $[INCENTIVE] for the energy efficiency upgrades you implemented in your home. If you had not received the rebate from Efficiency Nova S...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report asks participants about their willingness to pay for energy efficiency upgrades without incentives or financing. The data shows a slight decrease in the mean willingness to pay from 7.9 in 2016 to 7.0 in 2017.
ase: Respondents who implemented at least one of the eligible measures Don’t know/Refused excluded from calculations Base: Respondents likely to pay or finance the full cost or FR2a or FR2b >5 Project No. 6138 32 Existing Residential Progr...
AI summary The text discusses a survey asking respondents to rate the importance of factors influencing their decision to implement energy efficiency upgrades through the Efficiency Nova Scotia program, using a scale from 0 to 10.
68% Don’t know 3% 2% Base: Respondents who implemented at least one of the eligible measures Project No. 6138 33 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report CI2. For the following statements, p...
AI summary The text presents a survey question related to a residential energy efficiency program, asking respondents to agree or disagree with a statement. It includes a percentage of respondents who selected 'Don’t know' and references a project number and an appendix report from an evaluation of the 2017 DSM program.
2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report CI2. For the following statements, please indicate whether you agree or disagree. 2016 2017 Impact of Previous ENS Program Component Participation Sample Don’t Sample Don’t Agree Disagree Agree Disagre...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Appendix Report presents survey results on the impact of previous Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) programs. Respondents who participated in ENS programs were more likely to consider energy savings when evaluating home upgrades, request energy assessments, and implement energy efficiency measures.
2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report CI4. For the following statements, please indicate whether you agree or disagree. 2016 2017 Impact of Previously Seen ENS Energy Efficiency Promotional Materials Sample Don’t Sample Don’t Agree Disagre...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Appendix Report includes survey data on the impact of Efficiency Nova Scotia's promotional materials on customer behavior, including responses about whether they prompted customers to consider energy savings, request home energy assessments, or implement energy efficiency upgrades. It also asks about follow-up actions on recommended upgrades.
2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report R1. Do you have any recommendations for improving the Home Energy Assessment program? Anything else?
AI summary The document presents a question regarding recommendations for improving the Home Energy Assessment program under the 2017 DSM Evaluation. No specific recommendations or additional comments are provided in the text.
Participant Suggestions for HEA 2015 2016 2017 Sample Size 100 104 70 Clarify the incentive structure or financing options/Make it easier to - - 10% understand how to reach incentives Increase Efficiency Nova Scotia rebates 8% 6% 9% Offer...
AI summary The data presents participant suggestions for improving the Home Energy Assessment (HEA) program over the years 2015 to 2017. Key recommendations include clarifying incentive structures, increasing rebates, expanding eligible products, and improving communication and program visibility.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report D2. How many bedrooms are in your home? Numbers of Bedrooms 2015 2016 2017 Sample Size 100 104 70 1 - 1% 6% 2 16% 18% 11% 3 60% 47% 60% 4 or more 24% 34% 23% D5. Is your home occ...
AI summary The document presents survey data from Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation, focusing on home characteristics such as the number of bedrooms and whether homes are occupied year-round or seasonally. The data is presented for the years 2015, 2016, and 2017.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report D7. In what age category do you fall? Are you… Respondent Age 2015 2016 2017 Sample Size 100 104 70 18 to 24 - - - 25 to 34 12% 13% 10% 35 to 44 21% 17% 19% 45 to 54 17% 22% 19%...
AI summary The text presents data on respondent age categories and education levels from the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report, providing insights into the demographic distribution of participants in the study.
- 3% 1% D9. Which of the following income categories best describes your total annual household income before taxes in 2016? 2015 2016 2017 Sample Size 100 104 70 Less than $15,000 1% - 3% $15,000 to $24,999 2% 4% 4% $25,000 to $34,999 3%...
AI summary The document presents survey data on household income and gender distribution for participants in the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report, which assesses the Existing Residential Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia. The data spans the years 2015 to 2017, showing trends in income categories and gender representation.
2017 Sample Size 100 104 70 Male 62% 63% 56% Female 38% 38% 44% Project No. 6138 41 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report HEA: ALGORITHM FOR FREE-RIDERSHIP CALCULATION The figure below pr...
AI summary The document discusses the algorithm used to calculate free-ridership levels in the 2017 DSM Evaluation for Efficiency Nova Scotia's Existing Residential Program. The algorithm is based on participant survey data assessing program components, including cross-influence and the impact of prior participation on energy efficiency decisions.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report FR2ab. If you had not received the rebate or low interest financing from FR2ab = Answer x 10% ENS, would have paid or financed the cost of the energy efficiency IF DK/REF: EMPTY...
AI summary This section of the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report contains survey questions aimed at assessing the impact of Efficiency Nova Scotia's Home Energy Assessment (HEA) program on participants' decisions to implement energy efficiency upgrades. It includes questions about the likelihood of implementing upgrades without program support and whether participants had prior plans to implement them.
fficiency upgrades that Were IF 1 and FR1=2, FR1a = 25% implemented through HEA? IF 2 OR DK/REF: FR1a = 0% 1. Yes 2. No PA2 Score: FR1a FR4. Level of influence of three program factors (Scale 0 to 10) FR4 = MAX(a ; b ; c) PA3 Score: (10 –...
AI summary The text includes a questionnaire about the implementation of energy efficiency upgrades through Home Energy Assessments (HEA) and evaluates the influence of program factors on customer behavior. It references the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report and relates to Efficiency Nova Scotia's residential program.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report HEA: INTERNAL SPILLOVER METHODOLOGY Internal spillover was measured using a participant survey. Participants were asked whether following their participation in HEA, they impleme...
AI summary The report details the methodology used to measure internal spillover from the Home Energy Assessment (HEA) program. It involved surveying participants to determine if they implemented additional energy efficiency measures beyond those incentivized by the program, and quantifying the influence of the program on these actions.
45 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Project No. 6138 46 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report GH: 2017 RECOMMENDATIONS This append...
AI summary This section of the 2017 DSM Evaluation discusses the need to reperform the ASHP billing analysis in 2018 to improve the accuracy of savings estimates, as the initial analysis had limited sample sizes and resulted in significant changes to average savings values.
believes that the ASHP billing analysis should be conducted again in 2018 to obtain a larger sample of participants and improve the accuracy of savings. 2. Conduct a survey with a larger sample of participants who installed MSHPs in non-el...
AI summary The document suggests re-evaluating the billing analysis for ASHPs in 2018 with a larger sample size and conducting a survey on MSHPs installed in non-electrically heated households to improve accuracy and assess the impact of Green Heat on participants' decisions.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Section Recommendations 3. Improve the collection of technical information about ASHPs. Peak demand savings for ASHPs are based on technical information such as heating capacity...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation report recommends improving the collection of technical information about Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHPs) to enhance the accuracy of peak demand savings calculations. The report notes that while the average unitary peak demand savings value of 3.04 kW is still used, more accurate data is needed, especially as the number of ASHP installations has increased significantly since 2015.
e Evaluator reiterates the recommendation to start tracking ASHP performance data at -15°C to increase the accuracy of the peak demand savings calculations. 4. Gather additional information to further characterize the MSHP market. While th...
AI summary The Evaluator recommends tracking ASHP performance data at -15°C to improve peak demand savings calculations and suggests gathering more data on the MSHP market. It also advises developing a clear list of eligible ASHP equipment to help participants make informed decisions and avoid rebate issues.
a rebate, ENS should develop a list of eligible equipment, similar to the list established for MSHPs. Contractors could be asked to develop and update this list. Project No. 6138 48 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017...
AI summary The document discusses the need for Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) to create a list of eligible equipment for rebates, similar to the list established for MSHPs, and mentions the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report
AI summary This document is an appendix report from the 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) Evaluation conducted by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It provides a detailed analysis of the DSM program's performance and outcomes.
Section Recommendations 2016 6. Increase program component advertising to households and collaborate with Recommendations contractors. Evaluation results showed fairly high free-ridership levels for products (Not fully rebated through Gree...
AI summary The evaluation of the Green Heat program highlights high free-ridership levels for rebated products, particularly heat pumps and MSHPs. The Evaluator recommends increasing advertising to households and collaborating with retailers to improve program awareness and promote higher efficiency models. Retailer training and point-of-sale materials are also suggested to enhance promotion of energy-efficient products.
romotional material. ENS could request retailer inputs about which equipment to promote to achieve energy savings that would not occur otherwise. Savings review for 7. Significant uncertainty remains about the magnitude of any savings decr...
AI summary The document discusses uncertainties in energy savings from heat pump programs, particularly for mini-split heat pumps and central air-source, air-to-water, and ground-source heat pumps. It highlights the need for more precise quantification of savings decreases and recommends further investigation through on-site visits to validate assumptions about secondary heating systems.
not originate from electrical resistance heating; these assumptions could be validated by careful on-site analysis of secondary heating systems. Project No. 6138 49 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation –...
AI summary This document outlines a contractor interview guide for evaluating the Existing Residential Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation. It includes research objectives, associated questions, and programming note style conventions for data collection.
ith a bit about you. Can you please tell me your title and briefly describe your role with your company? Q3. What is the principal type of work your firm does? [PROBE: HVAC, motors, etc.] Q4. What type of equipment do you sell? [Air source...
AI summary The document includes a series of questions directed at a participant in the Green Heat program, asking about their experience with the program's participation process before and after August 2017, including changes in how rebates are applied for and received.
systems] How has this change in process affected you, if at all? Q11. [If completed projects under old system] How do you anticipate this change in process will affect you, if at all? Q12. [If completed projects through both systems] How h...
AI summary The text outlines a series of questions regarding the impact of a process change on customers and program outreach for the Green Heat program, including customer identification methods, outreach strategies, and support from Efficiency Nova Scotia. It focuses on how the change has influenced customer engagement and program promotion.
nderstand more about your working relationship with Efficiency Nova Scotia. How often, if at all, do you interact with someone from Efficiency Nova Scotia about the Green Heat program? Project No. 6138 52 Existing Residential Program Effic...
AI summary The text contains a series of questions aimed at assessing contractor satisfaction with the Green Heat program and their interactions with Efficiency Nova Scotia. It explores program participation, support received, and areas for improvement.
ve a COP ≥ 1.75 at maximum capacity operation for -15°C outdoor temperature, and (3) must have an HSPF for region 5 of more than 9.6 for single-zone systems or of more than 8.7 for multi-zone systems. Q28. Approximately how many mini-split...
AI summary The text includes questions about the sales of mini-split heat pumps, specifically focusing on the impact of Efficiency Nova Scotia's rebate program on sales volume and qualification rates. It also references energy efficiency standards and program evaluation.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Q33. On a scale of 0 to 10, where 0 means ‘it did not increase at all” and “10” means “it increased a great deal” how much do you think the Green Heat program has increased each...
AI summary The text includes survey questions about the impact of the Green Heat program on the availability and promotion of high-efficiency mini-split heat pumps, as well as the effectiveness of the program in influencing customer choices. It also asks about the reasons customers choose standard efficiency models and the program's successes, challenges, and opportunities.
cy models, why do they opt not to go with the energy-efficient models? Successes, Challenges, and Opportunities Q36. How, if at all, has the Green Heat program been a success for your firm? Q37. How, if at all, has the Green Heat program b...
AI summary The text discusses the evaluation of the Green Heat program by Efficiency Nova Scotia, including participant survey questions and the purpose of the program, which offers rebates or financing for energy efficiency improvements such as solar systems and heating equipment.
rogram. Is this a good time for you? (IF NEEDED: The program provides a rebate or financing for the installation of solar systems or home heating equipment, such as heat pumps, furnaces and boilers.) (IF NEEDED: You may have recently been...
AI summary The text outlines a survey related to the Green Heat Program, which provides rebates or financing for the installation of home heating equipment such as heat pumps. The survey is aimed at participants who installed equipment through the program and includes verification and probing questions to confirm participation.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Participation [P Series] P1. First I’m going to ask you to think back to when you decided to install a [EQUIPMENT]. What was the SINGLE most important reason you were interested...
AI summary The document is an appendix from the 2017 DSM Evaluation by Efficiency Nova Scotia, containing survey questions related to participation in energy efficiency programs and usage of high-efficiency mini-split heat pumps. It includes questions about motivations for installation and additional heating systems in homes.
ed high-efficiency mini-split heat pump, is there another heating system used for heating in your home? 1. Yes 2. No 98. (Don’t know) 99. (Refused) U2. [IF U1=1] What type of heating system is it? Is it… [READ IN ORDER AND ACCEPT ONE RESPO...
AI summary The text includes survey questions about heating systems in homes, specifically focusing on the installation of high-efficiency mini-split heat pumps and the reasons for choosing them over other heating systems. It also references a free-ridership analysis related to mini-split heat pumps.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Series A: Questions on the decision to install a heat pump FRM1. Had you already decided to install a heat pump before you heard about the Green Heat Program? 1. Yes 2. No 98. (D...
AI summary This document is part of an evaluation of the 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) program, focusing on customer decisions regarding heat pump installations. It includes survey questions about whether customers had already decided to install a heat pump before learning about the Green Heat Program and how they would have acted without the program's rebate or financing.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report FRM6. Next, I’m going to ask you to rate the importance of factors that might have influenced your decision to install high-efficiency heat pump. Using a scale from 0 to 10, wher...
AI summary The document discusses a survey conducted by Efficiency Nova Scotia to evaluate the 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) program, focusing on factors influencing the installation of high-efficiency heat pumps, including program rebates, information provided by Efficiency Nova Scotia and retailers, and free-ridership related to heat pumps.
“Definitely Would Have Financed.” [PROBE FOR SPECIFIC RESPONSE – DO NOT ACCEPT A RANGE] _ Response _98 Don’t Know _99 Refused [READ FIRST TIME THROUGH ONLY] Now I would like to ask you to consider what actions you would have taken if the G...
AI summary The text presents a series of questions aimed at understanding customer behavior in the absence of the Green Heat Program, focusing on the likelihood of installing less efficient heat pumps, keeping old systems, or delaying installation, as well as the importance of various influencing factors.
in your decision to install a [EQUIPMENT]. Factor Responses – DO NOT ACCEPT A RANGE (READ AND RANDOMIZE) a. The program rebate or financing _ Response _98 Don’t Know _99 Refused b. Information provided by Efficiency Nova Scotia _ Response...
AI summary This section of the document includes survey questions related to the Green Heat Program, specifically focusing on free-ridership among participants who installed solar or biomass equipment. It asks whether participants had already decided to install the equipment before learning about the program.
ale from 0 to 10, where 0 means “No influence” and 10 means “Great influence”, please rate the influence of each of the following in your decision to install a [EQUIPMENT]. Factor Responses – DO NOT ACCEPT A RANGE (READ AND RANDOMIZE) a. T...
AI summary The text includes survey questions related to the influence of program rebates, information from Efficiency Nova Scotia, and cross-influence factors in the decision to install equipment. It also references a 2017 DSM Evaluation and a project number.
ciency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report 2. Disagree 98. (Don’t know) 99. (Refused) CI2b. [IF CI1=1] Because of your previous participation in an Efficiency Nova Scotia program and what you learned by participating in this...
AI summary The text contains survey questions related to participant experiences with Efficiency Nova Scotia programs, specifically the Green Heat program in 2017. It asks about participation in previous programs, exposure to promotional materials, and their influence on decision-making regarding energy-efficient heating systems.
3 (Via a friend, acquaintance, or family member) 4 (Online, SPECIFY _) 96. (Other) [SPECIFY _]) 98 Don’t know 99 Refused M2. Thinking back before you installed your mini-split heat pump, when do you recall first becoming aware of mini-spli...
AI summary The document includes survey questions about customer awareness and consideration of mini-split heat pumps prior to installation, and references a 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report related to an existing residential program by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report M4. [IF M3 = 1, Yes] So you considered installing a mini-split heat pump prior to 2017. What kept you from installing a mini-split heat pump in previous years? [DO NOT READ, PROB...
AI summary This document from Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation includes survey questions about barriers to installing mini-split heat pumps and feedback on the Green Heat program. It seeks to understand customer experiences and identify areas for program improvement.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report D6. Which of the following income categories best describes your total annual household income before taxes in 2016? Stop me when I reach the right category. [READ LIST; SELECT O...
AI summary The text contains survey questions from Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation, focusing on household income categories and reasons for installing energy-efficient equipment. It includes questions for participants in the Existing Residential Program.
14% Others 12% Base: MSHP respondents Project No. 6138 73 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report FRM1. Had you already decided to install a heat pump before you heard about the Green Heat...
AI summary The text presents survey data from the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report, focusing on the Green Heat Program. It shows that 53% of respondents had already decided to install a heat pump before learning about the program, and explores what actions respondents would have taken if the program rebate or financing had not been available.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report FRH2b. [IF FINANCING] Efficiency Nova Scotia provided you with a $[LOAN AMOUNT] loan for your new [EQUIPMENT]. If you had not received the financing from Efficiency Nova Scotia,...
AI summary This text from the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report asks respondents about their financing decisions for high efficiency heat pumps, specifically whether they would have financed the cost through other means if Efficiency Nova Scotia had not provided a loan. It also inquires about alternative actions if the Green Heat Program had not been available.
t Program? FRS1a. I just want to make sure I understand – before you decided to participate in the Green Heat Program, you had already made the decision to install a [EQUIPMENT]? 2017 Already Made Decision to Install Equipment Prior to Gre...
AI summary The text discusses a survey question about whether participants in the Green Heat Program had already decided to install equipment before joining the program, and another question about the impact of a rebate on their willingness to pay for the equipment.
re cost of your [EQUIPMENT]? Please answer on a scale of 0 to 10, with a 0 indicating that you “Definitely Would Not Have Paid” and a 10 indicating that you “Definitely Would Have Paid.” 2017 Would Have Paid Full Cost of Equipment Sample M...
AI summary The text asks respondents to evaluate their likelihood of paying full equipment costs without rebates and considers alternative actions if the Green Heat Program had not been available, using a scale from 0 to 10.
1% 3% - - Base: Respondents who would have kept their existing system, or purchase a non-heat pump option in the absence of the program component Project No. 6138 79 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation –...
AI summary The text discusses a survey question related to the impact of previous participation in an ENS program on the decision to install equipment in a home, as part of a 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report.
2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report CI2a. Your previous participation in an ENS program was a major factor in your decision to install a [EQUIPMENT] in your home? 2017 2016 Previous Participation in Another ENS ASHP/ Wood/Pellet/ Total T...
AI summary The text presents survey results from the 2017 DSM Evaluation, focusing on customer participation in ENS programs and their influence on decisions to install energy-efficient heating systems, such as ASHP/MSHP, GSHP, and solar systems.
d 6% 4% - - 1 Base: Respondents who previously participated in another ENS program component Project No. 6138 80 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report CI3. Before participating in the Gre...
AI summary This text presents a question from an evaluation of the 2017 DSM program, asking respondents if they had previously seen Efficiency Nova Scotia promotional materials before participating in the Green Heat program.
fied were you with the following when installing your new [EQUIPMENT TYPE]? How satisfied were you with… 2017 Satisfaction with Aspect Total MSHP ASHP/GSHP Wood/Pellet/Solar of Green Heat Sample Sample Sample Sample Mean Mean Mean Mean Siz...
AI summary The text presents survey data on customer satisfaction with various aspects of the Green Heat program, including loan eligibility, confirmation of eligibility, clarity of program requirements, and the time allowed for installation and paperwork submission, across different equipment types in 2017.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report The quality of the equipment installed in 90 9.2 50 9.6 24 8.6 16 8.9 your home Green Heat program 90 9.0 51 9.0 24 9.2 15 8.7 component overall The time it took to 81 8.9 45 8.8...
AI summary The document presents survey data on customer satisfaction with the Green Heat program, focusing on factors such as rebate amounts, equipment quality, and program eligibility. It includes statistics on responses from participants who received rebates or financing.
2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report S2. What was the most important reason you were not more satisfied with the Green Heat program overall?
AI summary The text presents a question from the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report asking respondents to identify the most important reason for their dissatisfaction with the Green Heat program.
7. What kept you from installing a mini-split heat pump in previous years? Barriers to Installing a Heat Pump in Previous Years 2017 Sample Size 23 The mini-split heat pump was too expensive 39% Lack of information 13% Existing heating/coo...
AI summary The text discusses barriers to installing mini-split heat pumps in previous years, with the most common barrier being the high cost. It also references an evaluation of the Green Heat program as part of the 2017 DSM (Demand Side Management) Evaluation – Appendix Report.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report R1. What was the most helpful aspect of the Green Heat program? 2017 Helpful Aspects of Green Heat Total MSHP ASHP/GSHP Wood/Pellet/Solar (%) (%) (%) (#) Sample Size 91 51 24 16...
AI summary This report evaluates the Green Heat program in 2017, highlighting the most helpful aspects according to participants. The rebate and cost reduction were the most cited benefits, with varying responses across different heating technologies.
2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report D3. Including yourself, how many people live in this residence on a full-time basis? 2017 2016 Total ASHP/ Wood/Pellet/ Number of People in Household Total MSHP (%) GSHP Solar (%) (%) (%) (#) Sample Si...
AI summary The text presents a survey conducted in 2017 as part of a DSM evaluation, focusing on household composition and age groups. It includes data from 90 respondents in 2017 and 91 in 2016, with breakdowns by number of people in the household and age groups.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report D5. What is the highest level of education you have completed? 2017 2016 ASHP/ Wood/Pellet/ Education Total Total MSHP GSHP Solar (%) (%) (%) (%) (#) Sample Size 90 91 51 24 16 L...
AI summary This table from the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report presents data on the highest level of education completed by participants, with breakdowns by different heating technologies and solar installations. It includes statistics for the years 2016 and 2017.
GH: NEW PATH PARTICIPANT SURVEY QUESTIONNAIRE Could I speak with [INSERT NAME]? 1 Yes [GO TO INTRODUCTION] 2 No [SAY “Perhaps you can help me anyway.” GO TO INTRODUCTION] INTRODUCTION Hello, my name is from Corporate Research Associates, a...
AI summary This document is a survey questionnaire for participants of the Green Heat Program, aiming to gather feedback on their experience with energy efficiency services provided by Efficiency Nova Scotia. The survey focuses on participants who installed a mini-split heat pump through the program and includes probing questions for those who may not recall their participation.
pated in the Green Heat program?”] [IF NO, ASK TO SPEAK TO THE APPROPRIATE PERSON AND RESTART AT INTRODUCTION. IF PERSISTS AS NO, THANK, TERMINATE, RECORD AND KEEP DATA.] [IF REFUSED, ASK “Can we schedule a more convenient time for you to...
AI summary The text outlines a survey process for participants in the Green Heat program, focusing on their reasons for installing mini-split heat pumps and their usage patterns. It includes instructions for handling refusals and scheduling follow-ups.
Heating stove (wood or pellet) 5. Gas or oil-fired furnace 6. Or something else (SPECIFY: _) 98. (Don’t know) 99. (Refused) U4. Which part of your house is heated by the mini-split heat pump installed through the Green Heat program? Is it…...
AI summary The text includes survey questions about heating systems and heat pump installations, focusing on the Green Heat Program. It asks respondents about their current heating methods and whether they had already decided to install a heat pump before learning about the program.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report FRM5. Efficiency Nova Scotia gave you a rebate of $[INCENTIVE] for your new high-efficiency heat pump. If you had not received the rebate from Efficiency Nova Scotia, would you h...
AI summary The text presents survey questions from Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation, focusing on customer responses to rebates for high-efficiency heat pumps and the influence of various factors on their decision to install them. It includes response scales and instructions for data collection.
_ Response _98 Don’t Know _99 Refused heat pumps provided by the retailers Cross-Influence [CI Series] READ AND ROTATE (CI1 + CI2a-c) AND (CI3 + CI4a-c) SEQUENCES CI1. Before participating in the Green Heat program in 2017, had you at any...
AI summary This document presents survey questions related to customer participation in the Green Heat program and previous involvement in Efficiency Nova Scotia programs. It explores whether prior participation influenced decisions to install high-efficiency heat pumps and consider energy savings in home heating system choices.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report S3. For the next few statements, I’d like you to think back to the point when you started to consider installing a mini-split heat pump. On a scale of 0 to 10 where 0 equals “not...
AI summary The text presents survey questions from Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation, focusing on customer concerns related to installing mini-split heat pumps and participating in the Green Heat rebate program. It explores issues such as equipment selection, reliability, cost, and rebate application processes.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report R2. Other than increase incentives, how could Efficiency Nova Scotia improve the Green Heat program? PROBE: Anything else? [DO NOT READ. ACCEPT MULTIPLE] 1. (Offer additional equ...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report includes questions on how Efficiency Nova Scotia could improve the Green Heat program, with suggestions such as offering additional equipment, simplifying application processes, and improving communication. It also collects demographic information about participants' residences and household sizes for statistical purposes.
dence on a full-time basis? Number of people: [NOTE: DON’T ALLOW ZERO FOR A RESPONSE] 98. (Nobody lives in the house on a full-time basis) 99. (Refused) Project No. 6138 104 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Eval...
AI summary This text contains a series of survey questions related to residential energy efficiency programs in Nova Scotia, including demographic information such as age, education, income, and gender. The questions are part of an evaluation of the 2017 DSM (Demand Side Management) program by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report U4. Which part of your house is heated by the mini-split heat pump installed through the Green Heat program? Is it… Area Heated by Heat Pump 2017 Sample Size 50 One floor 42% The whole house 42% Two fl...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report includes data on the installation of mini-split heat pumps through the Green Heat program, with a focus on the areas of the house they heat. It also includes a question about whether participants had already decided to install a heat pump before learning about the program.
a heat pump without the program component FRM4a. Before you heard about the Green Heat Program, had you already made the decision to install a high-efficiency heat pump model? Previously Decided to Install High Efficiency Heat Pump 2017 Sa...
AI summary The text includes survey data about participants' decisions to install high-efficiency heat pumps before the Green Heat Program and their willingness to pay for such installations without the rebate. It references Efficiency Nova Scotia's rebate program and a 2017 DSM Evaluation.
out the program component CI1. Before participating in the Green Heat program in 2017, had you at any time in the past already participated in another Efficiency Nova Scotia program? Previous Participation in Another ENS Program Component...
AI summary This text discusses a survey question about previous participation in Efficiency Nova Scotia programs before joining the Green Heat program in 2017. It also references a 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report and mentions a project number.
DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report CI2a. Your previous participation in an Efficiency Nova Scotia program was a major factor in your decision to install a high-efficiency heat pump in your home. Previous Participation in Another ENS Program...
AI summary The text discusses survey responses related to the influence of previous participation in Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) programs on decisions to install high-efficiency heat pumps and to seek information about energy-efficient heating systems.
cy Nova Scotia program and what you learned by participating in this program, you took into account the savings on your energy bill when evaluating different heating systems for your home. 2017 Previous Participation in Another ENS Program...
AI summary This section of the document discusses the Green Heat program and participant engagement, asking whether participants had previously seen Efficiency Nova Scotia promotional materials advertising energy efficiency benefits.
ore participating in the Green Heat program in [YEAR], had you at any time in the past already seen Efficiency Nova Scotia promotional materials advertising the benefits of energy efficiency? Previously Saw Energy Efficiency Promotional Ma...
AI summary This text discusses survey results regarding the influence of Efficiency Nova Scotia's promotional materials on participants' decisions to install high-efficiency heat pumps. 75% of respondents who had previously seen ENS materials had already decided to install a heat pump, and 50% of those who saw the materials considered them a major factor in their decision.
ow/Refused - Base: Respondents who had previously seen ENS promotional materials CI4b. The energy efficiency promotional materials distributed by Efficiency Nova Scotia prompted you to ask a contractor or a distributor about energy efficie...
AI summary A survey indicates that 56% of respondents who saw Efficiency Nova Scotia's promotional materials were prompted to consult a contractor or distributor about energy-efficient heating systems, and 56% considered energy bill savings when evaluating heating systems.
als ‘’not at all satisfied” and 10 equals “extremely satisfied”, how satisfied were you with the following when installing your new mini-split heat pump? How satisfied were you with… 2017 Satisfaction with Aspects of Green Heat Sample Mean...
AI summary The text presents survey results from participants in the Green Heat Program, measuring satisfaction with various aspects of installing a mini-split heat pump, including the quality of the equipment, application process, rebate clarity, and overall program experience. Ratings range from 7.4 to 9.5 on a scale where 10 is 'extremely satisfied'.
0 8.8 The amount of the rebate 47 7.4 Don’t know/Don’t recall and Refused excluded from calculations Project No. 6138 113 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report S2. What was the most impor...
AI summary This section of the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report discusses customer dissatisfaction with the Green Heat program, highlighting reasons such as the rebate amount being too small, complexity of the application form, and difficulty in understanding program components.
48 5.5 The disruption of equipment installation in your home 50 3.2 Don’t know and Refused excluded from calculations Project No. 6138 114 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report S4. What o...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report discusses concerns customers had with installing mini-split heat pumps, including issues with heat output, cost savings, contractor quality, and unit location. The majority of respondents had no other concerns.
8% None/no other concerns 72% S5. Now I’d like you to think back to the point when you began considering applying for a Green Heat rebate for your mini-split heat pump. On a scale of 0 to 10 where 0 equals “not at all a concern” and 10 equ...
AI summary The text presents survey results on customer concerns regarding the Green Heat rebate program for mini-split heat pumps. Key concerns include realizing energy savings, completing application paperwork, and receiving the rebate on time. Most respondents (94%) reported no significant concerns with participating in the program.
2% None/No concerns 94% Project No. 6138 115 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report M1. How did you first become aware of mini-split heat pumps? Awareness of Mini-Split Heat Pumps 2017 Sam...
AI summary The text presents survey data on how respondents first became aware of mini-split heat pumps, with the majority (50%) learning about them through friends, family, or acquaintances. Other sources include advertisements, online research, and professional channels.
2% M2. Thinking back before you installed your mini-split heat pump, when do you recall first becoming aware of mini-split heat pumps as an option for heating and cooling your home? First Awareness of Mini-Split Heat Pumps 2017 Sample Size...
AI summary The text includes survey data about customer awareness and consideration of mini-split heat pumps prior to installation in 2017. It also references a 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report related to Efficiency Nova Scotia's existing residential program.
2% Don’t know 6% Project No. 6138 117 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report R2. Other than increase incentives, how could Efficiency Nova Scotia improve the Green Heat program? PROBE: Any...
AI summary The document discusses recommendations for improving the Green Heat program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation. It asks how the program could be improved beyond increasing incentives and includes a placeholder for further suggestions.
16% Multiple Responses D1. What type of residence do you live in? Type of Residence 2017 Sample Size 50 Detached single-family home 86% Mobile home or house trailer 6% Semi-detached house 4% Townhouse or duplex which share adjacent walls 2...
AI summary The text presents survey data on the types of residences and bedroom counts in 2017, with a focus on residential homes. It is part of an evaluation report on Efficiency Nova Scotia's residential demand-side management (DSM) program.
2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report D2. How many bedrooms are in your home? Number of Bedrooms 2017 Sample Size 50 1 - 2 20% 3 58% 4+ 20% Don’t know 2% D3. Including yourself, how many people live in this residence on a full-time basis?...
AI summary This section of the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report includes survey questions about the number of bedrooms in a home, the number of people living in a household, and age groups. The data collected is based on a sample size of 50 respondents.
asis 2% D4. What is your age group? Age 2017 Sample Size 50 18-24 - 25-34 6% 35-44 14% 45-54 16% 55-64 24% 65+ 34% Refused 6% Project No. 6138 119 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report D5...
AI summary The text provides demographic data from a survey related to the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, including age groups and education levels of respondents.
28% Refused 22% D7. Gender? Gender 2017 Sample Size 50 Male 64% Female 36% Project No. 6138 120 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report GH: ON-SITE VISIT SAMPLING METHODOLOGY AND PROTOCOL T...
AI summary This section discusses the sampling methodology used in the 2017 DSM evaluation, focusing on the on-site visits conducted to assess the Green Heat measures and the selection of three solar project sites due to installation concerns identified in the 2015 evaluation.
nt category reflects the adjustments made to the statistical proportions to account for the extra focus placed on solar projects. The details for building the sample are summarized in the table below. Table 2: Sample Distribution Results1...
AI summary The text discusses the methodology used in selecting a sample of residential energy efficiency projects for evaluation, including the distribution of project types and the random selection process to avoid bias. It also references an appendix report from the 2017 DSM Evaluation.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report On-site Visit Protocols The Evaluator prepared a standardized site-visit protocol for collecting relevant information. Under the old path, which was the only path available when...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) developed standardized on-site visit protocols to evaluate Green Heat, biomass, and heat pump projects. These protocols focused on verifying the accuracy of tracked savings data and ensuring new heating systems displaced existing electric heating. The process involved reviewing system characteristics and usage patterns to confirm proper installation and performance.
om the installed equipment. Upon completion of the site visits, the collected information was used to validate the applications received by ENS and identify possible process improvement opportunities. The solar projects’ protocol required...
AI summary The text describes the on-site data collection process conducted by ENS for solar projects, including validation of heating systems, system components, and usage patterns as part of the 2017 DSM Evaluation.
em serve? Method of Heat Distribution: Is the New System Used when the Home is NOT occupied? Is the New System Used as the Primary Heat Source? Describe the Supplementary System Used: Notes: Project No. 6138 124 Existing Residential Progra...
AI summary The text includes forms and appendices related to a 2017 DSM evaluation by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It covers solar and HVAC systems, including site and system information, installation notes, and operational details.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report 4. HVAC Operating Information What is the Normal Heating Set-point? (°C) What is the Normal Cooling Set-point? (°C) Are the Heating/Cooling Systems Set back During Unoccupied Tim...
AI summary The document provides a template for evaluating residential HVAC systems as part of a 2017 DSM evaluation by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It includes questions about heating and cooling set-points, system types, capacities, and usage patterns, as well as notes on existing cooling systems.
2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Notes: Existing Cooling System Existing A/C Prior to Heat Pump installation? (Y/N): Cooling System Type (i.e., Window A/C, Stand-alone A/C, etc.): Site Information In the Tracking Validated On Sheet Si...
AI summary This document is an appendix report from the 2017 DSM Evaluation, focusing on residential programs managed by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It includes a form to collect information about existing cooling systems and heat pump installations, such as system type, model numbers, and performance metrics.
ach group of questions were converted into a value indicating the level of program component attribution and this value was used to calculate the free-ridership level associated with each participant. For those participants who installed a...
AI summary The text discusses an algorithm used to assess free-ridership in a residential energy efficiency program, specifically for participants who installed a high-efficiency heat pump (MSHP). The algorithm weights the decision to install a heat pump at 75% and the decision to purchase a high-efficiency model at 25%, with the latter considered only if the former's free-ridership level exceeded 50%.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Algorithm – Stoves and Solar Project No. 6138 129 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report PA4 Score: FR3c IF ABS (FR2 – MIN (FR3...
AI summary The document presents an algorithm used in the evaluation of the 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) program by Efficiency Nova Scotia, focusing on free-ridership calculations and consistency tests involving various performance metrics.
OTHERWISE MEAN (PA1; PA2; PA3) CI2/4a. [Your previous participation in an ENS program]/[The energy efficiency promotional materials distributed by ENS] was a major factor in your decision to install a [EQUIPMENT] in your home. CI2/4b. [You...
AI summary The text discusses the impact of Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) programs and promotional materials on residential customers' decisions to install energy-efficient equipment, specifically heating systems. It includes survey questions and formulas related to free-ridership calculation in the context of a 2017 DSM Evaluation.
Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Algorithm – Air Source Heat Pump Project No. 6138 131 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report PA4 S...
AI summary The document discusses an algorithm related to the evaluation of the Existing Residential Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation. It includes scoring metrics and inconsistency tests (PA1, PA2, PA4) used to assess free-ridership in the program.
OTHERWISE MEAN (PA1; PA2; PA3) CI2/4a. [Your previous participation in an ENS program]/[The energy efficiency promotional materials distributed by ENS] was a major factor in your decision to install a [EQUIPMENT] in your home. CI2/4b. [You...
AI summary The text discusses the impact of Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) programs and promotional materials on customer decisions to install energy-efficient equipment, particularly heating systems. It includes a calculation method for revised free-ridership based on customer responses.
ram Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Algorithm – Mini-split Heat Pump in Electrically Heated Households Project No. 6138 133 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Rep...
AI summary This document discusses the evaluation of the 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) program by Efficiency Nova Scotia, focusing on the installation of high-efficiency heat pumps in electrically heated households and the decision-making process of participants.
00% had you already made the decision to install a high-efficiency heat pump IF 2. No, DK OR REF: FRM4a = 0% model? FRM5. [ASK IF FRM4=1] If you had not received the rebate from Efficiency FRM5 = Answer x 10% Nova Scotia, would you have pa...
AI summary The text outlines a survey or form (FRM) related to customer decisions regarding the installation of high-efficiency heat pumps and the influence of rebates from Efficiency Nova Scotia. It includes scoring mechanisms and consistency checks to evaluate customer responses and potential free-ridership.
00% had you already made the decision to install a high-efficiency heat pump IF 2. No, DK OR REF: FRM4a = 0% model? FRM5. [ASK IF FRM4=1] If you had not received the rebate from Efficiency FRM5 = Answer x 10% Nova Scotia, would you have pa...
AI summary The text outlines a survey framework to assess customer behavior and satisfaction regarding the installation of high-efficiency heat pumps, including rebate influence, cost sensitivity, and perceived influence levels. It also includes a calculation method for a PA2 score and an inconsistency test.
ised Free-Ridership IF CI=2, Revised FR = FR .75 IF CI=3, Revised FR = FR .50 Project No. 6138 135 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report EPI: 2017 RECOMMENDATIONS This appendix summarizes...
AI summary The 2017 evaluation of Efficiency Nova Scotia's residential program highlights a decrease in LED lamp installations per household, suggesting fewer incandescent lamps are present. The Evaluator recommends tracking lamp types to assess future savings potential if other lamp types are eligible for replacement.
ipants’ homes to analyze the savings potential that can be tapped if general-service lamp types other than incandescents are made eligible for replacement. Project No. 6138 136 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM E...
AI summary The document outlines a survey questionnaire for participants of the Efficient Product Installation (EPI) service under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) program. The survey aims to gather feedback from participants to help evaluate and improve the service.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Verification and Recall [V Series] V1. I am going to read you a list of energy-efficient products that, according to our records, were installed in your home by the Efficient Pro...
AI summary This document outlines verification and recall procedures for energy-efficient products installed through the Efficient Product Installation Service, including confirmation of installation and follow-up on the status of smart power strips.
completely satisfied,” how would you rate your satisfaction with the Efficient Product Installation Service overall? [RECORD NUMBER, 98=Don’t know, 99 Refused] DO NOT ACCEPT A RANGE Project No. 6138 140 Existing Residential Program Efficie...
AI summary The text contains survey questions related to customer satisfaction with the Efficient Product Installation Service under the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report. It asks respondents to rate their satisfaction and provides options for reasons for their satisfaction or dissatisfaction with the service.
lems did you have with the products installed in your home? 96. (RECORD VERBATIM: _) 98. (Don’t know) 99. (Refused) Barriers to Action [B Series] B1. [ASK IF YES IN P3] Were there any energy efficiency products recommended through the Effi...
AI summary The text outlines survey questions related to energy efficiency programs, specifically focusing on barriers to action and customer experiences with product installations. It includes questions about recommended products not installed, reasons for non-installation, and perceived barriers to energy efficiency upgrades. The context is an evaluation of the 2017 DSM program by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Recommendations (R Series) R1. Do you have any recommendations that you think would help improve the Efficient Product Installation Service? PROBE: Anything else? [DO NOT READ, A...
AI summary The document presents survey questions from the 2017 DSM Evaluation, focusing on recommendations for improving the Efficient Product Installation Service and assessing free-ridership related to LED bulb installations. It includes options for additional products, communication improvements, and quality of service.
prior to learning about the Efficient Product Installation Service? [CODE ONE ONLY] 1. Yes 2. No 98. (Don’t know) 99. (Refused) Project No. 6138 143 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report...
AI summary The text is a survey excerpt from a 2017 DSM Evaluation Appendix Report, focusing on customer awareness and behavior related to the Efficient Product Installation Service, particularly LED bulb installations. It includes questions about prior decisions and willingness to pay for LED bulbs without the service.
Responses a. The installation of energy-efficient products, _ Response _98 Don’t Know _99 Refused at no charge, offered by the service _ 97 Not applicable b. Information or advice provided by the _ Response _98 Don’t Know _99 Refused servi...
AI summary The text outlines a survey related to the installation of energy-efficient products and the influence of previous participation in Efficiency Nova Scotia programs. It includes questions on prior participation, promotional materials, and the impact of previous experiences on the decision to install energy-efficient products.
iciency Nova Scotia promotional materials advertising the benefits of energy efficiency? 1. Yes 2. No 98. Don’t know 99. Prefer not to say Project No. 6138 145 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appen...
AI summary The text includes survey questions related to the influence of Efficiency Nova Scotia's promotional materials on residential energy efficiency decisions and inquiries about additional energy-efficient product installations following participation in the Efficient Product Installation Service.
2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Now, I will specifically talk about the additional actions you took on your own after participating in the Efficient Product Installation Service. SO4a. [IF SO3 = 2 or 3 Yes/some or ‘NO’] What, if any,...
AI summary The text outlines a survey conducted as part of the 2017 DSM Evaluation, focusing on participants' additional energy-efficient product installations after engaging with the Efficient Product Installation Service. It includes a list of products and follow-up questions about quantity and rebate receipt.
99. (Refused) D5. Do you pay the electric bills for your home? 1. Yes 2. No 96. (Other) [Specify ] 98. (Don’t Know) 99. (Refused) D6. Including yourself, how many people live in this residence on a full-time basis? Number of people: [NOTE:...
AI summary The text includes survey questions about residential electricity billing, household size, age group, and education level, followed by a reference to a 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report under the Efficiency Nova Scotia program.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report D9. Which of the following income categories best describes your total annual household income before taxes in 2016? Stop me when I reach the right category. [READ LIST; SELECT O...
AI summary The text contains survey questions from Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation, focusing on household income categories and gender. It is part of a larger evaluation report for an existing residential energy efficiency program.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report EPI: PARTICIPANT SURVEY RESULTS The participant survey results are presented in the following tables. In total, 63 interviews were completed with homeowners, and 37 interviews wi...
AI summary The document presents participant survey results from Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation, highlighting survey methodology and the installation of a smart power strip for audio-visual equipment in a household as part of the program.
You just mentioned that a smart power strip for audio-visual equipment was installed in your household as part of the program. Do you still have this device installed in your household? 2017 Smart Power Strip Installed Tenants Homeowners T...
AI summary The text discusses the installation and removal of smart power strips for audio-visual equipment installed through the Efficient Product Installation (EPI) program. It includes survey data on installation rates among tenants and homeowners and reasons for removal.
3 Did not work like I thought it would 1 1 Base: Respondents who removed smart power strip Multiple responses Project No. 6138 151 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report E3. Using a scale...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report includes survey data on customer satisfaction with smart power strips installed under Efficiency Nova Scotia's residential program. The mean satisfaction score was 7.9, with tenants and homeowners reporting similar levels of satisfaction. Some respondents expressed dissatisfaction, though specific reasons are not detailed in the excerpt.
pondents who still have smart power strip installed Don’t know/Refused excluded from calculations E4. What was the single most important reason you were not fully satisfied with this device? 2017 Reasons for Dissatisfaction with Smart Powe...
AI summary The text discusses dissatisfaction with smart power strips among users, with reasons including malfunction, complexity, and interference with AV equipment. The data is based on a small sample of tenants and homeowners, and the evaluation is part of the 2017 DSM program by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report P1. What was the single most important reason you agreed to participate in the Efficient Product Installation Service? P2. Were there any other reasons?
AI summary The text presents two questions from an evaluation report on the 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) program, asking participants about their primary and additional reasons for joining the Efficient Product Installation Service.
- - - 67% 52% 52% Don’t know 3% 2% 2% - 2% 2% Multiple Responses Project No. 6138 153 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report P3. Were you home when the installer came to your home to insta...
AI summary The text presents survey results from the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report, focusing on customer experiences with energy-efficient product installations. It includes data on customer presence during installation and receipt of information about energy-efficient products.
Size Do not do Doing Doing Doing Turn off my lights now 62 5% 15% 77% 3% Set heating thermostat lower 61 11% 7% 74% 8% Set water heater thermostat lower 59 12% 5% 49% 34% Hang clothes to dry 63 - 10% 62% 29% Use cold water to wash clothes...
AI summary The document presents data on residential energy-saving behaviors, showing varying percentages of residents who have taken actions such as turning off lights, adjusting thermostats, and unplugging devices. It also references a 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report related to Efficiency Nova Scotia's residential program.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report 2017 Tenants Behavioural Changes Sample Start Increase Already Do not do Size Doing Doing Doing Turn off my lights now 37 5% 19% 76% - Set heating thermostat lower 36 11% 8% 64%...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report provides data on tenant behavior changes related to energy efficiency. It includes survey results on actions such as turning off lights, adjusting thermostats, and unplugging appliances, with sample sizes and percentages of tenants who are already taking these actions or are considering doing so.
wasting water 98 8% 15% 74% 4% Unplug items not in use 98 14% 11% 44% 31% Responses of don’t know are removed Project No. 6138 155 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report C1k. Did you eithe...
AI summary The text presents survey data on participant behavior changes after joining an energy-efficiency program, with responses indicating actions such as unplugging unused items and water conservation efforts. The data is part of an evaluation of the 2017 DSM program by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
63 100 Mean 9.2 9.0 9.0 Don’t know/Refused excluded from calculations Project No. 6138 156 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report S2. What was the most important reason you were not more s...
AI summary The text provides a statistical summary and a question from an evaluation of an existing residential program by Efficiency Nova Scotia, specifically the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report. The question focuses on the most important reason for dissatisfaction with the service.
2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report S2. What was the most important reason you were not more satisfied with the service overall? 2017 Key Reasons Not More Satisfied with EPI Overall Homeowners Tenants (#) (#) Sample Size 2 5 I expected m...
AI summary The text presents survey data from the 2017 DSM Evaluation, focusing on customer satisfaction with the Efficient Product Installation (EPI) program. It highlights reasons for dissatisfaction, such as unmet expectations, installer issues, and lack of perceived energy savings.
6% 2% 2% Service was free 6% 2% 2% Others - 5% 5% Don’t know 6% 2% 2% Base: Respondents who were satisfied with the service (as indicated by a rating of ‘less than 8’) Multiple response Project No. 6138 157 Existing Residential Program Eff...
AI summary The text presents survey results regarding customer satisfaction with the Efficient Product Installation Service as part of the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report. It includes percentages of respondents who were satisfied, dissatisfied, or unsure about the service.
11% 11% No 100% 89% 89% S6. Which products led to problems? 2017 Products That Led to Problems Homeowners Sample Size 11 Smart power strip 57% LED bulbs 43% Hot water tank wrap 14% Showerhead 14% Multiple responses Base: Respondents who ha...
AI summary The text presents survey results from a 2017 evaluation of Efficiency Nova Scotia's residential demand-side management (DSM) program, highlighting that 57% of respondents reported issues with smart power strips, 43% with LED bulbs, and smaller percentages with hot water tank wraps and showerheads.
Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report S7. What problems did you have with the products installed in your home? 2017 Specific Problems With Products Installed Homeowners Sample Size 11 Power strip kept turning TV off 29% Lights flick...
AI summary The text presents survey results from the 2017 DSM Evaluation, highlighting issues homeowners faced with installed energy efficiency products, such as power strips turning off TVs and flickering lights. It also asks about products recommended through the Efficient Product Installation Service that were not installed.
with products installed B1. Were there any energy efficiency products recommended through the Efficient Product Installation Service that you chose not to have installed in your home? 2017 Products Recommended But Not Installed Tenants Hom...
AI summary The text asks respondents if they chose not to install energy efficiency products recommended by the Efficient Product Installation Service, and lists the percentage of tenants and homeowners who did not install recommended products.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report B3. Why did you choose not to have these products installed in your home? 2017 Reasons for Not Installing Recommended Products Tenants Homeowners Total (#) (#) (%) Sample Size 5...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report explores reasons why respondents did not install recommended energy efficiency products, with the most common reasons being preference for existing products, cost, and installation difficulty.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report 2017 Participant Suggestions to Improve EPI Tenants Homeowners Total Sample Size 37 63 100 Improve communication 3% 10% 9% Offer more information on the products installed - 8% 8...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report summarizes participant suggestions for improving the Efficient Product Installation (EPI) program. Key feedback includes improving communication, offering more product information, better advertising, and expanding product offerings. Most participants had no recommendations or did not know.
sure I understand - Before you learned about the Efficient Product Installation Service, you had already made the decision to purchase and install LED bulbs in your home? Project No. 6138 161 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Sc...
AI summary The text discusses a survey about whether residents would have paid for LED bulbs if Efficiency Nova Scotia had not installed them for free as part of the Efficient Product Installation Service. The survey includes responses from tenants and homeowners.
installed these LED bulbs at no charge as part of the Efficient Product Installation Service, would you have paid the full cost of the LED bulbs, which is approximately $6 per bulb? 2017 Would Have Paid for Full LED Cost in Tenants Homeown...
AI summary The text discusses a survey conducted as part of the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report, focusing on participant responses regarding the Efficient Product Installation Service (EPI) and their willingness to pay for LED bulbs if the service had not been available. The data includes responses from tenants and homeowners.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report SO4a. Now, I will specifically talk about the additional actions you took on your own after participating in the Efficient Product Installation Service. What, if any, additional...
AI summary This section of the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report asks participants about additional energy-efficient products they installed on their own after participating in the Efficient Product Installation Service.
- Base: Respondents who installed additional products or retired appliances after participating in EPI and did not receive financing or rebates from other ENS services Multiple responses Project No. 6138 166 Existing Residential Program Ef...
AI summary The text includes survey questions related to residential energy efficiency programs, specifically asking about the purchase and installation of energy-saving products and receipt of rebates. It references Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) and the 2017 DSM Evaluation.
2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report SO4e. How many [INSERT RESPONSE IN SO4d] have you retired on your own? 2017 Number of Appliances Retired Outside of a Rebate or Assistance from Other Total Service, after Participating in EPI Sample Me...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report provides data on the number of appliances retired outside of a rebate or assistance from other services after participating in the Efficient Product Installation (EPI) program. The report includes statistics on refrigerators, freezers, and dehumidifiers.
6% 4 or more - - - Don’t know 5% - - Project No. 6138 169 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report D4. Do you own or rent this home? 2017 Home Ownership Tenants Homeowners Total Sample Size...
AI summary The text includes survey data on home ownership and payment of electric bills in the context of the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It provides percentages of respondents who own, rent, or have other arrangements for their homes, as well as who pays the electric bills.
2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report D9. Which of the following income categories best describes your total annual household income before taxes in 2016? 2017 Household Income Tenants Homeowners Total Sample Size 37 63 100 Less than $15,0...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report provides data on household income and gender distribution among tenants and homeowners. It shows income distribution across different brackets and gender percentages, with a total sample size of 100 respondents.
s were installed (applied to all three samples). To establish an installation rate with an acceptable margin of error, 55 participants who received smart power controllers were included in the sample. In the fall, 10 additional visits were...
AI summary The document outlines the methodology for verifying the installation rates of energy efficiency products, including smart power controllers, and collecting data on product usage and removal reasons during on-site visits. The focus is on ensuring accurate savings calculations for the Efficiency Nova Scotia residential program.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report On-site Visit Data Collection Form 1 General Information Date of Visit: Tracking Number: Delivery Agent ID: Address: Contact Name: Telephone: Owner or Tenant: Landlord Name: Land...
AI summary The document is an appendix report from the 2017 DSM Evaluation by Efficiency Nova Scotia, containing an on-site visit data collection form and product installation information for residential programs, including lighting and domestic hot water products.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Domestic Hot Water (DHW) Related Products (Based on on-site observations and the contact’s declaration) Quantity in Quantity Explanation, Tank Size (Gal.) or Product Tracking She...
AI summary The document provides an appendix report from Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation, detailing on-site observations and product quantities related to domestic hot water and smart power controllers. It also includes detailed calculations for unitary savings values for LED lamps.
W/set Displaced Wattage (per exchange) (99.6 W – 5.6 W) = 94.0 W Calculation Literature and 2013 Annual Hours of Operation 5.8 h/day × 40 days/yr = 232 h/year participant survey Number of new LED sets used to replace the 2 old sets 2 Track...
AI summary The document calculates energy savings from replacing old LED sets with new ones and discusses the calculation of annual unitary savings value for faucet aerators installed through EPI as part of the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report.
2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Faucet Aerators The following equations are used to calculate the annual unitary savings value for the faucet aerators installed through EPI. ( 2) ∆ º 365 0.1337 º The base domestic hot water consumpti...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report discusses the calculation of annual unitary savings values for faucet aerators installed through the Efficient Product Installation (EPI) program. It outlines equations used to determine domestic hot water consumption values and provides parameters and resulting savings values in Table 6.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report
AI summary This document is an appendix report from the 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) Evaluation conducted by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It provides an analysis of the DSM program's performance and outcomes.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Table 7 below lists the parameters and their values applied in Equation (5) for low-flow showerheads installed through EPI in 2017 and the resulting unitary savings values.
AI summary This report discusses the parameters and values used in Equation (5) for low-flow showerheads installed through the Efficient Product Installation (EPI) program in 2017, along with the resulting unitary savings values.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Where: Rlayer: thermal resistance of a layer of material in the cylinder (e.g., insulation inside the tank, and tank wrap) [m·°C/W] re: external radius of the layer [m] ri: inter...
AI summary The document provides technical details about the thermal resistance and heat transfer calculations used in evaluating the efficiency of water heaters, specifically focusing on the 2017 DSM program. It references an entry-level domestic water heater with a 60 imperial gallon capacity and mentions the use of equations to calculate unitary savings from tank wraps installed in 2017.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report
AI summary This document is an appendix report from the 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) Evaluation conducted by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It provides an analysis of the DSM program's performance and outcomes.
temperature indoors 12 Giant Inc., Engineering Submittal Data Sheet 172ETE Models, < http://www.giantinc.com/tech-data/FT-172E-An.pdf > (Last accessed February 18, 2015). 13 Frost King Weatherization Products, Water Heater Insulation Blank...
AI summary The document references technical data sheets and product information related to energy efficiency measures, specifically from Giant Inc. and Frost King. It is part of an evaluation report for the 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) program by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
y Savings for Tank Wrap - 159 118 Calculation [kWh/year] Smart Power Controller for Audiovisual Equipment The unitary savings value associated with the use of a smart power controller has been established at 411 kWh per year based on a stu...
AI summary The document discusses energy savings from a smart power controller for audiovisual equipment, citing a study from South Africa, and references a residential lighting metering study conducted by Efficiency Nova Scotia as part of the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report.
Final Report 1 DATA COLLECTION This section describes the steps taken to complete the data-collection process. The EPI program component structure allows every participant to have all the incandescent lamps in use at their home replaced by...
AI summary The data collection process for the EPI program focuses on LED lamps due to program structure and participant eligibility, with implications for savings calculations and the Instant Savings program. The report discusses recruitment of participants for data collection.
0.171 27 10% 0.054 32% Weighted Average 0.161 257 100% 0.016 10% The average peak-demand-to-energy ratio of 0.161 W/kWh is significantly lower than the ratio of 0.249 W/kWh currently applied by ENS to residential lighting measures. This la...
AI summary The average peak-demand-to-energy ratio found in the study (0.161 W/kWh) is significantly lower than the current ratio applied by ENS (0.249 W/kWh). This discrepancy raises questions about the accuracy of the current ratio, which was based on modelled data from the 2016-2018 DSM plan.
est PA2 70%: PA2 = EMPTY MEAN VALUE OF: Free-Ridership (PA1 ; PA2 ; PA3 ; PA4; PA5) CI2/CI4. [Your previous participation in an ENS program or service and what you learned by participating in this program]/[The energy efficiency CI = MAX (...
AI summary This document discusses the evaluation of an existing residential energy efficiency program by Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) as part of the 2017 DSM Evaluation. It includes a free-ridership calculation based on participant responses and revised weighting factors based on participant influence scores.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report EPI: INTERNAL SPILLOVER METHODOLOGY Internal spillover was measured using a participant survey. Participants were asked whether following their participation in the program compo...
AI summary This report discusses the methodology used to measure internal spillover in Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM program. Internal spillover was determined through participant surveys, which assessed whether participants implemented additional energy efficiency measures beyond those directly supported by the program.
228 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Project No. 6138 229 160 Saint-Paul Street, Suite 200, Quebec City, QC G1K 3W1 Canada / Tel.: +1-418-692-2592 Fax: +1-418-692-4899 www.econoler.c...
AI summary The document outlines the evaluation of a new residential energy efficiency program by Efficiency Nova Scotia in 2017. It includes an appendix report, project number 6138, and a list of abbreviations related to energy efficiency initiatives.
lding Code NHC New Home Construction NTGR Net-to-gross ratio PHPP Passive House Planning Package TRM Technical reference manual New Residential Program ii New Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, focusing on the New Residential Program. It outlines the evaluation of demand-side management initiatives in the residential sector.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) Evaluation Report prepared by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It likely assesses the effectiveness of energy efficiency programs implemented during that year.
nergy savings. This value takes into account variations in useful life annual energy savings throughout the effective useful life due to increased baselines. New Residential Program iii New Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 D...
AI summary This document discusses the evaluation of the New Residential Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report, focusing on energy savings and variations in useful life and annual energy savings.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, providing an assessment of the demand-side management program's performance and outcomes.
over, that negatively or positively affect the energy savings attributable to a program. Net-to-gross ratio The ratio of net energy savings to gross energy savings. New Residential Program iv New Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia...
AI summary The document introduces a 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, focusing on the New Residential Program and the net-to-gross ratio, which measures the ratio of net energy savings to gross energy savings.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) Evaluation Report prepared by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It likely contains an analysis of the effectiveness of energy efficiency programs and initiatives implemented during that year.
Errors arising during the course of all survey activities other than sampling. Non-sampling error Non-sampling errors tend to lead to bias in measurements and are very difficult to quantify. Peak coincidence The percentage of measure deman...
AI summary The text discusses various statistical and measurement concepts in energy efficiency programs, including non-sampling errors, peak coincidence, precision, sample size, secondary market impacts, tracked savings, and unitary savings. These concepts are relevant to the evaluation and measurement of energy savings in demand-side management initiatives.
, one-ton capacity Unitary savings of an air-source heat pump) or a participant (e.g., one participant taking part in a behaviour-based program). New Residential Program v New Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation...
AI summary The text introduces a new residential energy efficiency program by Efficiency Nova Scotia, referencing the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report. It discusses unitary savings, such as those from air-source heat pumps and participant engagement in behavior-based programs.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which assesses the performance and impact of demand-side management programs in the region.
.............................................. 25 CONCLUSION ..................................................................................................................................... 28 New Residential Program vi New Residentia...
AI summary The document is titled 'New Residential Program' and is part of an evaluation report from Efficiency Nova Scotia regarding the 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) program. It includes a conclusion section and is likely part of a regulatory proceeding related to energy efficiency initiatives.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report from Efficiency Nova Scotia, which assesses the performance and impact of demand-side management programs in the region.
d Evaluated Savings at the Generator for NHC .......................... 26 Table 14: Comparison of Tracked and Evaluated Savings at the Generator for the Passive House Pilot ....................................................................
AI summary This report evaluates the demand-side management (DSM) results for the 2017 New Residential program, which includes New Home Construction (NHC) and the Passive House pilot. It provides an overview of participation, savings, and performance from 2011 to 2017.
ENS program components in the 2017 DSM Programs Evaluation Executive Summary, the Evaluator has the following recommendations to make for NHC. These recommendations can also be found in Appendix I. New Residential Program xii New Residenti...
AI summary This document outlines ENS program components and recommendations from the 2017 DSM Programs Evaluation Executive Summary, focusing on the New Residential Program and Efficiency Nova Scotia.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) Evaluation Report prepared by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It provides an assessment of the performance and outcomes of the DSM program in the year 2017.
recommends conducting a new billing analysis in the next evaluation to establish an overestimation ratio specific to new houses under NHC and the new version of HOT2000. New Residential Program xiii New Residential Program Efficiency Nova...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) is responsible for delivering energy efficiency programs in Nova Scotia, funded by Nova Scotia Power and the Province of Nova Scotia. Econoler was commissioned to evaluate ENS’s 2017 DSM program portfolio and assess the impact of energy efficiency codes and standards introduced in the province.
fficiency codes and standards introduced in Nova Scotia. To carry out this assignment, Econoler collaborated with Research Into Action, Equilibrium Engineering and Corporate Research Associates (CRA). Econoler served as team leader in the...
AI summary This text outlines the evaluation of energy efficiency programs in Nova Scotia conducted by Econoler and its partners, including Research Into Action, Equilibrium Engineering, and Corporate Research Associates. The evaluation covered various programs and included process evaluations, on-site visits, interviews, and data analysis to assess energy savings and greenhouse gas emissions.
in 2016 for New Home Construction (NHC). 3 On January 1, 2015, ENS became a franchise owned by the Province of Nova Scotia and was licensed to the new not-for- profit organization EfficiencyOne. New Residential Program 1 New Residential Pr...
AI summary The text discusses the transition of Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) into a franchise owned by the Province of Nova Scotia in 2015, and references a 2017 DSM Evaluation Report for the New Residential Program. It also mentions a table outlining evaluations conducted for program components in 2016 and 2017.
Solutions The process evaluation specifically targets the Retrofit service of the Custom program component. Due to the start date of the latest Strategic Energy Management (SEM) cohort, SEM did not have any participants who achieved saving...
AI summary This document discusses the evaluation of the New Residential program, specifically the NHC component, which encourages energy-efficient construction in new homes. The program is fully funded through DSM funds since October 2015, and only electrically-heated households are eligible for funding after that date.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report On September 1, 2017, NHC transitioned to a new EnerGuide rating system, thereby retiring the 0-100 rating system in favour of an estimated annual energy use in gigajoules. The incentive st...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) transitioned to a new EnerGuide rating system in 2017, which provides more accurate energy use information. ENS also launched a Passive House pilot offering $10,000 incentives to meet energy efficiency standards. The pilot was limited to 20 projects and filled by December 2016. NHC and the pilot aimed for 4.0 GWh in electricity savings and 0.9 MW in peak demand savings.
mating- net-savings_0.pdf. (Last accessed November 21, 2016). 9 ENS considers a home to be “electrically heated” when the home heating system(s) provides all or most of the heating from electricity. New Home Construction 12 New Residential...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia discusses the calculation of modelled gross energy savings for new residential construction using the HOT2000 simulation tool. It compares to-code and as-built energy consumption levels to assess the impact of energy efficiency measures in new homes.
lot respectively. Table 12: Evaluated Net Energy and Peak Demand Savings Parameter NHC Passive House Pilot Energy Savings Revised Gross Energy Savings – at the Meter (GWh) 2.879 0.045 NTGR 1.06 0.39 Total Net Energy Savings – at the Meter...
AI summary The text presents energy and peak demand savings data for the NHC and Passive House Pilot programs, including metrics such as gross and net energy savings, NTGR, line loss factors, and effective useful life. These figures are compared with evaluations conducted by ENS.
0.948 0.006 A comparison of the energy and peak demand savings figures established through this evaluation and those calculated by ENS is presented in Table 13 and Table 14 below. New Home Construction 25 New Residential Program Efficiency...
AI summary This text compares energy and peak demand savings figures from ENS tracked savings and evaluation results for New Home Construction and the Passive House Pilot. The tables show discrepancies in net savings, with the evaluation results indicating higher energy savings for New Home Construction but lower savings for the Passive House Pilot.
DSM Evaluation Report Table 15: Overall Participation and Savings for New Residential Participation Level Gross Savings NTGR Net Savings NHC Energy Savings 3.162 GWh 1.06 3.351 GWh Lifetime Energy Savings 420 participants 94.849 GWh 1.06 1...
AI summary The document presents a DSM Evaluation Report focusing on the participation levels and savings achieved by the New Residential Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia. It details energy and peak demand savings for the NHC and Passive House Pilot programs, along with lifetime energy savings and NTGR metrics.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report CONCLUSION The New Residential program, including NHC and the Passive House pilot, achieved 3.371 GWh in net energy savings and 0.954 MW in net peak demand savings at the generator, which r...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report highlights the performance of Efficiency Nova Scotia's New Residential program, including NHC and the Passive House pilot. The program achieved significant energy and peak demand savings, though participation and savings decreased compared to 2016. Free-ridership and spillover levels were also analyzed, with the Passive House pilot showing a high free-ridership rate.
se Pilot Participant Interview Guide Appendix VII - Passive House Pilot Participant Interview Results Appendix VIII - Algorithm for Free-ridership Calculation Appendix IX - Spillover Methodology New Residential Program 29 160 Saint-Paul St...
AI summary This document provides appendices related to the evaluation of the New Residential Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM (Demand Side Management) Evaluation. It includes interview guides, free-ridership calculation algorithms, and spillover methodology.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report 2017 RECOMMENDATIONS This appendix summarizes all the recommendations made by the Evaluator as part of the 2017 evaluation. There were no incomplete 2016 recommendations at the t...
AI summary This appendix summarizes the 2017 recommendations made by the Evaluator as part of the 2017 DSM evaluation. There were no incomplete 2016 recommendations at the time of evaluation.
Sections Recommendations 1. Conduct a process evaluation for NHC in 2018. During the 2017 evaluation, participants and builders made certain criticisms about NHC, especially on incentive levels and the participation process. Also, the NHC...
AI summary The text recommends conducting a process evaluation for the New Home Construction (NHC) program in 2018 due to declining participation and criticisms about incentive levels and the participation process. It also suggests a billing analysis to review the overestimation ratio using updated data and tools like HOT2000.
consumption value available. Now that energy consumption is available for more participants and a new version of HOT2000 is being used to calculate energy savings, the Evaluator recommends conducting a new billing analysis in the next eval...
AI summary The text discusses the need for a new billing analysis to evaluate energy savings under the New Home Construction program using the updated HOT2000 tool. It also outlines a participant survey questionnaire for evaluating Efficiency Nova Scotia’s program.
completed home, or 4. You were not involved in any of these decisions, or you bought the home after it was completed. 98. (Don't know) 99. (Refused) Project No. 6138 3 New Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation - Ap...
AI summary The text outlines survey questions related to participation in the New Residential Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation. It focuses on reasons for participation and satisfaction with the program, targeting new home construction participants.
sed in P1] Were there any other reasons? [SAME LIST AS P1 ABOVE. DO NOT READ. ACCEPT MULTIPLE; PROBE FOR SPECIFIC REASONS] 97 No other reasons Satisfaction with Program (S Series) S1. Using a scale from 1 to 10 where 1 is “not at all satis...
AI summary The text includes survey questions about satisfaction with the New Home Construction program, asking respondents to rate their satisfaction on a scale and provide reasons for dissatisfaction. It also references a 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report related to the New Residential Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
NOT ACCEPT A RANGE] _ Response 96. (Did not receive that rebate) 97. (Don’t Know) 98. (Refused) [ASK FR2b IF, IN SAMPLE, TOTAL INCENTIVE=EMPTY] FR2b. Efficiency Nova Scotia funded a portion of the energy assessment that was performed by th...
AI summary The text includes survey responses and questions related to customer participation in energy efficiency programs, specifically asking about willingness to pay for energy assessments and the impact of the New Home Construction program on home efficiency decisions.
_98 Don’t Know _99 Refused b. Expert information or advice provided by the New Home Construction program _ Response _98 Don’t Know _99 Refused Energy Advisor c. Feedback received from the New Home _ Response _98 Don’t Know _99 Refused Cons...
AI summary The text includes survey questions related to participation in the New Home Construction program and previous involvement in Efficiency Nova Scotia programs. It also references a 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report under Project No. 6138.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report CI4c. [IF CI3=1] The energy efficiency promotional materials distributed by Efficiency Nova Scotia prompted you to take into account the expected cost savings of energy-efficient...
AI summary The text discusses a survey conducted by Efficiency Nova Scotia as part of the 2017 DSM Evaluation, focusing on customer perceptions of energy efficiency promotional materials and barriers to adopting energy-efficient upgrades in new homes. It includes questions about the importance of energy efficiency, cost considerations, and other factors influencing decisions during the New Home Construction Program.
ion - Appendix Report Demographic Characteristics (D Series) [ASK ALL HOMEOWNERS] These final questions are asked for statistical purposes only. The information collected is strictly confidential. D1. What type of residence do you live in?...
AI summary This section of the document collects demographic data from homeowners for statistical purposes. It asks about residence type, number of bedrooms, occupancy status, number of residents, and age category. This data is used for analysis in the context of the 2017 DSM Evaluation.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report D6. What is the highest level of education you have completed? [DO NOT READ] 1. (Less than high school graduation diploma) 2. (High school graduation diploma and/or some postseco...
AI summary The text includes survey questions related to education level, income, and gender, as well as a question about participation in the New Home Construction program. The survey is part of the 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
19 13 Mean 7.1 6.6 Don’t know/Refused excluded from calculations Project No. 6138 14 New Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report S2. What was the most important reason you were not more satisfied wi...
AI summary The text provides a statistical summary and a question from an evaluation of the 2017 DSM (Demand Side Management) program, focusing on customer satisfaction and reasons for dissatisfaction with the program.
2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report S2. What was the most important reason you were not more satisfied with the program overall? 2016 2017 Key Reasons Not More Satisfied - Homeowners (#) (#) Sample Size 7 7 Rebates were too small - 5 The...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report provides feedback from homeowners on the demand-side management program, highlighting reasons for dissatisfaction, including small rebates, lack of guidance, and delays in receiving rebates.
22 8 13 Average $15,540 $18,000 $16,545 Don’t know excluded from calculations FR5. Next, I’m going to ask you to rate the importance of factors that might have influenced your decision to build or buy a house with a high level of energy ef...
AI summary The text presents data on average values and homeowner responses to factors influencing decisions to build or buy energy-efficient homes, including expert advice, feedback on home plans, and program rebates, as part of the 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report CI1. Before participating in the New Home Construction program in [DATE], had you at any time in the past already participated in another Efficiency Nova Scotia program? Previous...
AI summary The document presents a survey from Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation, focusing on participant history in the New Home Construction program and their agreement with certain statements. It includes data on previous participation in other Efficiency Nova Scotia programs.
3 - 6 3 3 - decision to build a house with a high level of energy efficiency. Base: Respondents who previously participated in another ENS program Project No. 6138 18 New Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation - App...
AI summary The text discusses a survey conducted as part of the 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report, focusing on participants in the New Home Construction program and their prior exposure to Efficiency Nova Scotia promotional materials.
3 - Multiple responses Base: Respondents who took part or made decisions regarding NHC energy efficient measures Project No. 6138 20 New Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report B2a. Were there any e...
AI summary The text presents survey data from the 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report, focusing on the New Residential Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It asks respondents about energy efficiency upgrades recommended during the New Home Construction program review that they chose not to install, and how much of a barrier various factors were in implementing recommended energy efficiency measures.
efficiency equipment or measures that were recommended as part of the program? Please answer on a scale of 0 to 10, where 0 means ‘not at all a barrier’ and 10 means ‘a major barrier’. 2016 2017 Barriers to implementation - Homeowners Samp...
AI summary The text presents survey data on barriers to implementing energy efficiency measures in new home construction in Nova Scotia. It highlights factors such as lack of money, information, and time, with responses collected in 2016 and 2017. The data is part of an evaluation of the 2017 DSM program.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report R1. Do you have any recommendations for improving the New Home Construction program? PROBE: Anything else?
AI summary The document presents a question from Efficiency Nova Scotia regarding recommendations for improving the New Home Construction program under the 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report.
2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report R1. Do you have any recommendations for improving the New Home Construction program? PROBE: Anything else?
AI summary The document text presents a question regarding recommendations for improving the New Home Construction program under the 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report. It includes a prompt for further input.
ncy related questions 5% - - Others 14% 3 - No recommendations 27% 11 6 Don’t know/Refused 5% - - Multiple responses D1. What type of residence do you live in? 2015 2016 2017 Type of Residence (%) (#) (#) Sample Size 22 19 13 Detached sing...
AI summary The text presents survey data on residence types and bedroom counts from 2015 to 2017, with a focus on residential demographics. It also references a 2017 DSM Evaluation report under Project No. 6138 related to Efficiency Nova Scotia.
home - 1 1 Don’t know/Refused 5% - - D4. Including yourself, how many people live in this residence on a full-time basis? 2015 2016 2017 Number of Full-time residents (%) (#) (#) Sample size 22 19 12 1 9% 2 - 2 27% 8 7 3 23% 3 2 4 18% 3 3...
AI summary The text presents survey data on residential household composition and age categories, with a focus on full-time residents and their distribution across different years. It is part of an evaluation report for the New Residential Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM (Demand Side Management) initiative.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report D5. In which age category do you fall? Are you… 2015 2016 2017 Age (%) (#) (#) Sample Size 22 19 13 18-24 5% - - 25-34 23% 5 1 35-44 18% 5 2 45-54 5% 3 5 55-64 41% 3 2 65+ 5% 3 3...
AI summary The text presents survey data from Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation, including age distribution and education levels of participants across the years 2015 to 2017.
2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report D7. Which of the following income categories best describes your total annual household income before taxes in 2016? 2015 2016 2017 Household Income (%) (#) (#) Sample Size 22 19 13 Less than $15,000 5...
AI summary The text presents data from a 2017 DSM Evaluation, including household income distribution in 2016 and a question about gender. The data shows a small sample size and income distribution across various categories, with a focus on income levels and responses.
18% 4 - Don’t know - 1 3 D8. Gender: 2015 2016 2017 Gender (%) (#) (#) Sample Size 22 19 13 Male 64% 11 10 Female 36% 8 3 Project No. 6138 25 New Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report BUILDER SURV...
AI summary The text includes a builder survey questionnaire from the 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report, focusing on participation and gender demographics. It includes a sample size and distribution of responses by gender for the years 2015 to 2017.
u to conduct this survey?] 3. Not correct person – ask to speak with someone who would know about the New Home Construction program?”] 99. Refused [THANK, TERMINATE, AND RECORD] Project No. 6138 26 New Residential Program Efficiency Nova S...
AI summary This section outlines a survey process for verifying participation in the New Home Construction program. It includes a series of verification questions to determine if respondents are involved in building or selling homes in Nova Scotia and how many homes they have constructed in 2017.
OR DK OR REFUSED, THANK, TERMINATE, AND RECORD] 1. [ENTER NUMBER] 98. (Don’t know) [THANK, TERMINATE, AND RECORD] 99. (Refused) [THANK, TERMINATE, AND RECORD] VR3. Among the new houses that you have built so far in 2017 in Nova Scotia, how...
AI summary The text outlines a survey process related to the New Home Construction program under Efficiency Nova Scotia in 2017. It includes questions about the number of new homes built under the program and whether builders participated in it, with specific instructions for handling responses and determining participant status.
) 98. (Don’t know) 99. (Refused) M0b. Of the homes you built in 2017, how many had [INSERT HEATING SYSTEM FROM M0a] installed? [ENTER NUMBER, PROBE FOR SPECIFIC NUMBER] Project No. 6138 29 New Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 201...
AI summary The text contains a series of questions related to residential energy efficiency programs, specifically focusing on the New Home Construction program by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It asks about participation, the number of homes built in 2017 with specific heating systems, and energy efficiency levels achieved.
SARY: Either reaching an EnerGuide rating of 85 or higher and/or achieving ENERGY STAR certification or higher performance when modelled in Natural Resources Canada’s HOT2000 software. M5. [DO NOT ASK IF M3 = 0] What energy efficiency upgr...
AI summary The document discusses energy efficiency upgrades in new residential homes, specifically focusing on achieving an EnerGuide rating of 85 or higher and ENERGY STAR certification. It includes questions about the implementation of these upgrades and the likelihood of their implementation without participation in Efficiency Nova Scotia’s programs.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report M7. Why did you not take part in Efficiency Nova Scotia’s programs for houses built in 2017 in Nova Scotia? [DO NOT READ. PROBE FOR SPECIFIC REASONS. ACCEPT MULTIPLE] 1. (I was f...
AI summary The text presents survey questions related to participation in Efficiency Nova Scotia’s programs for houses built in 2017 and explores market effects for participants in the New Home Construction program. It includes options for non-participation and asks about heating systems used in non-participating homes.
or pellet) 7. Other combustion equipment (for example oil or natural gas furnace) 97. Or something else (SPECIFY: _) 98. (Don’t know) 99. (Refused) MP0b. Of the homes you built in 2017 that did not participate in the New Home Construction...
AI summary The text includes survey questions related to residential heating systems and construction programs in Nova Scotia, focusing on the number of homes built under the New Home Construction program in 2017. It also includes instructions for correcting responses if discrepancies are identified.
uses built in Nova Scotia under the New Home Construction program? [CHANGE ANSWER TO VR2 and/or VR3 BASED ON ANSWER FROM RESPONDENT] 1. [CHANGE VR2] 2. [CHANGE VR3] MP2. [DO NOT ASK IF VR2-VR3 = 0] Among the [VR2-VR3] house(s) you told me...
AI summary This section of the Nova Scotia regulatory proceeding document asks respondents about the number of homes built without participating in the New Home Construction program and whether they meet Efficiency Nova Scotia’s energy efficiency standards. It also requests details on energy efficiency upgrades implemented in those homes.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report MP5. [DO NOT ASK IF 98 OR 99 IN MP4 OR IF MP2=0] What is the likelihood that you would have implemented those upgrades if you had never participated in Efficiency Nova Scotia’s p...
AI summary The text contains survey questions related to participation in Efficiency Nova Scotia’s programs, specifically focusing on the likelihood of implementing energy upgrades without program involvement and reasons for not participating in the New Home Construction program. It also asks about decision-making for participation in the program.
2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report Firmographics (F Series) [ASK ALL] The final question is asked for statistical purposes only. F1. Approximately how many full-time equivalent workers are employed by your company/organization within No...
AI summary The text includes survey questions from the 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report, focusing on firmographics and builder survey results. It asks about the number of full-time equivalent workers and the number of new houses built in Nova Scotia in 2017.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report FR1. Without the New Home Construction program, its energy modelling service and rebate, and the energy labels it promotes, such as EnerGuide, ENERGY STAR® Canada and R2000, woul...
AI summary The text discusses the impact of the New Home Construction program on building energy-efficient homes in 2017, including a survey of participants on whether they would have built the same number of houses with the same level of energy efficiency without the program and its associated services.
2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report M0a. What type of heating system do you most often install in the houses that you build? M0b. Of the homes you built in 2017, how many had [INSERT HEATING SYSTEM FROM M0a] installed?
AI summary The text presents two questions from a 2017 DSM Evaluation Appendix Report, inquiring about the most commonly installed heating systems in houses built by respondents and the number of homes in 2017 with that specific heating system installed.
Don’t know 1 - - - Base: Non-participant Builders Don’t know/refused removed from calculations M1. Before today, had you ever heard of the New Home Construction program from Efficiency Nova Scotia? Aware of New Home Construction – 2016 201...
AI summary The text includes survey data on awareness of the New Home Construction program from Efficiency Nova Scotia among non-participant builders, as well as a question about participation in the program or a former program called Performance Plus.
of or participated in any of Efficiency Nova Scotia’s programs or heard of the EnerGuide rating? Please answer on a scale from 0 to 10, where 0 means “very unlikely” and 10 “very likely.” Likelihood of Implementation of Energy Efficiency M...
AI summary The text presents a survey question about the likelihood of implementing energy efficiency measures without awareness of Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) programs or the EnerGuide rating, with data from 2016 and 2017 for non-participant builders. It also references a 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report related to a new residential program by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report M7. Why did you not take part in Efficiency Nova Scotia’s programs for houses built in 2017 in Nova Scotia?
AI summary The document asks why the respondent did not participate in Efficiency Nova Scotia’s programs for houses built in 2017 in Nova Scotia.
1 10% - - furnace) Base: Participants who built homes outside of program Don’t know/refused removed from calculation Project No. 6138 40 New Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report MP5. What is the...
AI summary This section of the document evaluates participant responses to the Efficiency Nova Scotia program, focusing on the likelihood of implementing energy efficiency measures without program participation and reasons for not taking part in the New Home Construction program. The data includes sample sizes and mean responses from participants over three years.
3 9% Base: Participants who were not satisfied with the program (NOT SATISFIED: S1 <8) Multiple responses Project No. 6138 43 New Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report S3. Do you have any recommen...
AI summary The document presents a survey question asking for recommendations to improve the New Home Construction program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report.
2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report S3. Do you have any recommendations for improving the New Home Construction program? Anything else?
AI summary The text presents a question regarding recommendations for improving the New Home Construction program under the 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report. It also asks if there are any other considerations.
Builder Recommendations to Improve Program – 2015 2016 2017 Participant Builders Sample Size 21 27 40 Increase rebates 62% 30% 33% Offer more information on the measures recommended 5% - 5% Offer more measures eligible for rebates 5% - 5%...
AI summary The text presents builder recommendations for improving a program, with data from 2015 to 2017 showing varying percentages of builders suggesting changes such as increasing rebates, offering more information, and improving communication and process efficiency.
- - - - 2% 3% - 100 to 249 3% 5% - 2% 1 - 3% 5% - 250 or more 3% 5% - 2% - 4% - - - Don’t know - - - 2% - 4% 2% - 1 Project No. 6138 45 New Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report PASSIVE HOUSE PILO...
AI summary The text outlines an interview guide for participants in Efficiency Nova Scotia's Passive House pilot program. It includes a script for contacting participants and an introduction explaining the purpose of the evaluation, which is to help improve the program based on participant feedback.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report V3. [ASK IF V2= 2, 98, 99] Did you take part in the decisions regarding the energy-efficient features to be included in your home energy model to reach the Passive House level of...
AI summary The text includes survey questions related to the Passive House pilot program by Efficiency Nova Scotia, focusing on participant involvement in energy-efficient home design and free-ridership. It also references a project number, 6138, and an appendix report from the 2017 DSM Evaluation.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report FR2a. Efficiency Nova Scotia paid you $10,000 for reaching the Passive House level of energy efficiency in your new house. If you had not received the rebate from Efficiency Nova...
AI summary This section of the 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report asks respondents about their willingness to pay for energy efficiency improvements without rebates and explores alternative actions they might have taken if the Passive House pilot had not been available.
t is the likelihood that you would have built or bought a standard house, designed to code, instead of a Passive House? _ Response _98 Don’t Know _99 Refused FR4. Thinking of all the energy-efficient features you decided to incorporate int...
AI summary The text includes survey questions about energy-efficient home features, the cost of upgrades, and the influence of rebates on decisions to build or buy a Passive House. It is part of an evaluation of a residential energy efficiency program.
ACCEPT A RANGE Factor Responses a. The rebate offered by Efficiency Nova Scotia _ Response _98 Don’t Know _99 Refused b. Expert information or advice provided by the _ Response _98 Don’t Know _99 Refused Passive House-certified consultant...
AI summary The text outlines a survey related to Efficiency Nova Scotia's programs, including questions about rebates, expert advice, home energy models, and Passive House certification. It includes response options and conditional questions for participants.
2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report C4. [ASK IF C2=3] What is keeping you from making a decision about getting the certification? _ Record Response 98. (Don’t Know) 99. (Refused) END: That is all the questions I have for you. Thank you f...
AI summary This text contains a portion of the 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report, including a section on Passive House pilot participant interviews. It includes a question about participation in the pilot program and a question about whether participants are in the business of building or selling homes.
- Don’t know - V2. Are you in the business of building and/or selling homes? 2017 Participant in the Business of Building or Selling Homes (#) Sample Size 4 Yes 1 No 3 Don’t know - V3. Did you take part in the decisions regarding the energ...
AI summary The text includes survey questions about participation in home building and energy efficiency decisions, along with sample responses. It also references a 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report under Project No. 6138, related to the New Residential Program and Efficiency Nova Scotia.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report V4. Before you heard about the Passive House pilot from Efficiency Nova Scotia, did you know about the Passive House level of efficiency and certification? Prior Knowledge of Pas...
AI summary The document presents survey responses regarding prior knowledge of Passive House efficiency standards and whether participants had already planned to include energy-efficient features in their home designs before joining the Passive House pilot program.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report C1. Have you started the process to get the Passive House certification? 2017 Started Passive House Certification Process (#) Sample Size 4 Yes 2 No 2 Don’t know - C2. Are you co...
AI summary The text presents survey questions from Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation, focusing on whether respondents have started or are considering the Passive House certification process, and the reasons for not pursuing it.
2 Don’t know - C3. What is the main reason you decided not to get the certification? 2017 Reasons for Not Getting Passive House Certification (#) Sample Size 2 There is no reason to get it. Our goal was to save money and be 2 energy effici...
AI summary The text discusses reasons for not obtaining Passive House certification, focusing on cost and efficiency goals rather than certification. It also outlines an algorithm used to calculate free-ridership levels for the NHC and Passive House pilot programs, based on survey and interview data.
r bought a house with the exact same level of efficiency? IF DK OR REF: FR3a = EMPTY (Scale 0 to 10) FR3b. If the program had not been offered, what is the likelihood that you FR3b = (10 – Answer) x 10% would have built or bought a standar...
AI summary The text includes survey questions related to customer perceptions of energy efficiency programs, specifically focusing on the likelihood of building or purchasing a standard versus energy-efficient home, and whether participants had already planned to include energy-efficient features before joining the NHC program.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report Passive House FR2. If you had not received the rebate from ENS, would you have paid FR2 = Answer x 10% the full cost to reach this level of energy efficiency? (Scale 0 to 10) IF...
AI summary The document presents survey questions related to the Passive House pilot program, assessing participants' willingness to pay for energy efficiency and their likelihood of building or purchasing a Passive House without the rebate or pilot program.
include to your home design all the energy-efficient features IF No OR DK OR REF: that were identified in your home energy model? FR1 = 0% FR1a. [IF FR1=1] I just want to make sure I understand - Before you IF Yes: FR1 = 100% decided to pa...
AI summary The text includes survey questions related to energy-efficient home design and program factors, with scoring and consistency checks for data collection. It involves assessing participation in the Passive House pilot and evaluating program influence and free-ridership.
MEAN VALUE OF: Free-Ridership (PA1; PA2; PA3) Project No. 6138 57 New Residential Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation - Appendix Report SPILLOVER METHODOLOGY The marketing of New Home Construction is primarily conducted thro...
AI summary The text discusses the spillover methodology used in evaluating the New Residential Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It explains how program promotion can influence builders to construct energy-efficient homes even without participating in the program, and how an average attribution level was established to quantify this effect.
ipating in the program. An average attribution level was then established among the builders to establish the percentage of non-participating eligible houses built due to the influence of the program. To calculate the number of non-partici...
AI summary The evaluation calculates the number of non-participating eligible houses influenced by the program using data from the 2017 tracking sheet and Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation data. It involves determining the total number of houses built, subtracting participating houses, and applying an average attribution level.
ld have reached the energy efficiency level required by ENS’s required by NHC: NHC program? Ʃ MP2 OR Ʃ M3 IF VR4 = 1: % of non-participating houses who would have reached the energy %N-PEE = ƩMP2 / Ʃ(VR2-VR3) efficiency level required by N...
AI summary The text outlines a method for calculating spillover effects from energy efficiency programs, including metrics such as participation rates, attribution levels, and validation of measures. It references ENS and NHC programs and considers factors like likelihood of implementation and energy efficiency upgrades.
17 in Nova Scotia? Final Spillover = (Total # of N-P Houses) x %N-PEE x %Attrib x %Elect (Total # of Participating Houses) Project No. 6138 59 160 Saint-Paul Street, Suite 200, Quebec City, QC, G1K 3W1, Canada Tel.: 1 (418) 692-2592 Fax: 1...
AI summary This document is the final report of the 2017 Efficient Product Rebates Program evaluation conducted by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It outlines the program's performance, including metrics such as demand savings factor and energy savings factor, and provides an analysis of the program's impact on energy efficiency.
G Greenhouse gas HID High-intensity discharge HOU Hours of use HP Horsepower HPS High-pressure sodium HVAC Heating, ventilation and air conditioning ISR In-service rate LED Light-emitting diode M&V Measurement and verification MH Metal hal...
AI summary The document is a 2017 DSM Evaluation Report for the Efficient Product Rebates Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It includes a list of acronyms and terms related to energy efficiency, lighting, and HVAC systems.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which assesses the effectiveness of demand-side management programs in the region.
nergy savings. This value takes into account variations in useful life annual energy savings throughout the effective useful life due to increased baselines. Efficient Product Rebates Program iv Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency...
AI summary The document discusses the Efficient Product Rebates Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report, focusing on energy savings and variations in useful life and annual energy savings.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia provides an assessment of the demand-side management programs implemented in 2017, focusing on their performance, impact, and effectiveness in promoting energy efficiency.
over, that negatively or positively affect the energy savings attributable to a program. Net-to-gross ratio The ratio of net energy savings to gross energy savings. Efficient Product Rebates Program v Efficient Product Rebates Program Effi...
AI summary The document discusses the Efficient Product Rebates Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia, with a focus on the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report. It includes a definition of the Net-to-gross ratio, which measures the ratio of net energy savings to gross energy savings.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which assesses the performance and outcomes of energy efficiency programs implemented in the region.
Errors arising during the course of all survey activities other than sampling. Non-sampling error Non-sampling errors tend to lead to bias in measurements and are very difficult to quantify. Peak coincidence The percentage of measure deman...
AI summary The text defines various terms related to energy efficiency programs, including non-sampling errors, peak coincidence factor, precision, random sampling error, sample size, secondary market impacts, tracked savings, and unitary savings. These terms are relevant to the evaluation and measurement of energy savings in efficiency initiatives.
one-ton capacity Unitary savings of an air-source heat pump) or a participant (e.g., one participant taking part in a behaviour-based program). Efficient Product Rebates Program vi Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2...
AI summary The text discusses the Efficient Product Rebates Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report, highlighting unitary savings from air-source heat pumps and participant involvement in behavior-based programs.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia provides an assessment of the demand-side management program's performance and impact.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia provides an assessment of demand-side management programs in the region, evaluating their effectiveness and impact on energy efficiency and conservation efforts.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which assesses the effectiveness of energy efficiency programs in the region.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which assesses the effectiveness of demand-side management programs in the region.
d LED Products from 2015 to 2017 .................................. 67 Figure 15: Market Evolution for Commercial LED Lighting ................................................................... 71 Efficient Product Rebates Program x Effic...
AI summary This report evaluates the 2017 demand-side management results for the Efficient Product Rebates program, including the Business Energy Rebates component. It details participation levels and savings from both mail-in and instant rebate services.
Peak Demand Savings (MW) 2011 results include the sum of the savings for Mail-in Rebates from BER and Instant Rebates from Smart Lighting Choices. Efficient Product Rebates Program xii Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scot...
AI summary In 2017, the BER Mail-in program saw 288 projects implemented by 213 participants, with high satisfaction ratings averaging 9.0 out of 10. Participants were satisfied with interactions, rebate amounts, and the efficiency of the process, showing continued improvement since 2015.
d an overall positive opinion (ratings of 8 or higher), one distributor offered a moderate opinion (rating of 7) and three distributors were critical of BER Instant Rebates (ratings of 5 or lower). Efficient Product Rebates Program xiii Ef...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report highlights dissatisfaction with the Efficient Product Rebates Program, particularly due to rebates being directed to contractors rather than end users. However, satisfaction with Efficiency Nova Scotia's support and communication is high, with an average satisfaction level of 8.3.
oth services. Overall, the evaluated net energy savings are 8 percent lower than the tracked values as a result of both Mail-in and Instant Rebates being adjusted downward (3% and 11% respectively). For Mail-in, due to efforts made by ENS...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report highlights that net energy savings from Mail-in and Instant Rebates are 8% lower than tracked values, due to adjustments made by ENS based on the 2016 evaluation. Net peak demand savings are 34% lower, with significant reductions in both Mail-in and Instant Rebates due to factors like free-ridership and changes in the net-to-gross ratio.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report BER Market Evolution Findings As part of the 2017 evaluation, the Evaluator conducted a market analysis of the LED product market in the BNI sector in Nova Scotia. The Evaluator analyzed se...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia highlights the significant growth in LED technology adoption in the BNI sector, with market share increasing from 0% in 2010 to 54% in 2016. Prices have declined, and LEDs are widely available. Upcoming regulations will further increase efficiency requirements, with LEDs being the most efficient option available.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which assesses the performance and impact of demand-side management programs in the region.
uator recommends that ENS identify BNI sectors that are currently underrepresented in the Mail-in service and that could potentially generate significant savings. 2017-BER-R3. Continue and improve the tracking of BER Instant Rebates partic...
AI summary The evaluator recommends that Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) identify underrepresented BNI sectors in the Mail-in service and improve tracking of BER Instant Rebates participants to refine impact analysis and better estimate annual hours of use and free-ridership.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report INTRODUCTION Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) is a franchise held by EfficiencyOne2 and is responsible for helping Nova Scotians improve the energy efficiency of their homes and workplaces. ENS...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) is responsible for delivering energy efficiency programs in Nova Scotia, funded by Nova Scotia Power and the Province of Nova Scotia. Econoler was commissioned to evaluate ENS’s 2017 demand-side management (DSM) program portfolio and assess the impact of energy efficiency codes and standards in Nova Scotia.
fficiency codes and standards introduced in Nova Scotia. To carry out this assignment, Econoler collaborated with Research Into Action, Equilibrium Engineering and Corporate Research Associates (CRA). Econoler served as team leader in the...
AI summary The text discusses the evaluation of energy efficiency programs in Nova Scotia, conducted by Econoler and its partners. The evaluation included impact assessments, process evaluations, and data collection activities. The 2017 evaluation involved reduced evaluation activities for certain programs, such as Instant Rebates.
ribed in the methodology section herein. 2 On January 1, 2015, ENS became a franchise owned by the Province of Nova Scotia and was licensed to the new not-for- profit organization EfficiencyOne. Business Energy Rebates 1 Efficient Product...
AI summary This text discusses the transition of Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) into a franchise owned by the Province of Nova Scotia and licensed to EfficiencyOne, a new not-for-profit organization, effective January 1, 2015. It also references a 2017 DSM Evaluation Report and a table outlining evaluations conducted for each program component in 2016 and 2017.
ions The process evaluation specifically targets the Retrofit service of the Custom program component. Due to the start date of the latest Strategic Energy Management (SEM) cohort, SEM did not have any participants who achieved savings in...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses the Efficient Product Rebates program, specifically the Business Energy Rebates (BER) component. It outlines BER's purpose, eligibility, and expansion to include pool equipment as a new measure category in 2017.
role in not only promoting Instant Rebate measures to end users, but also providing customer service to end users in the form of product expertise and assistance in completing mail-in applications. Business Energy Rebates 3 Efficient Produ...
AI summary The Business Energy Rebates (BER) program was promoted through various channels in 2016, with goals of achieving 37.2 GWh in net electricity savings and 5.9 MW in net peak demand savings by 2017. A follow-up evaluation of the BER component from 2016 is discussed, along with the implementation status of recommendations made by the Evaluator.
Rx Screening Tool,3 as were the values used for heat pump full load hours. Additionally, new procedures for baseline wattages in new construction projects and in Instant Rebates have been established. Also, ENS has improved the BER Mail-in...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) has updated procedures for baseline wattages in new construction projects and Instant Rebates. Additionally, ENS improved the BER Mail-in internal review process and implemented a new M&V protocol to enhance accuracy in tracked savings. Market analyses on LED lighting were conducted as part of the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report.
2017 DSM Evaluation Report Figure 3: Distribution of BER Mail-in Gross Energy Savings by Product Type Laundry Solar Compressed Air Pumping Water Heating Kitchen Agriculture Motors and Drives Refrigeration HVAC Lighting 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 Gros...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report highlights energy savings from BER Instant Rebates, showing a 7% increase in rebated products sold compared to 2016, with 315,867 products sold in 2017. The report also includes a figure showing the distribution of energy savings by product type.
tion Report Figure 6: Summary of Gross Savings for BER 2011-20175 Gross Energy Savings (GWh) Gross Peak Demand Savings (MW) 10.756 42.119 32.103 37.287 18.120 5.902 6.432 4.775 19.209 4.545 3.734 17.808 2.708 10.513 26.522 3.550 3.014 2.86...
AI summary The document outlines the methodology for evaluating the Business Energy Rebates (BER) program in 2017, highlighting data collection activities used in the evaluation process. It includes a summary of gross energy and peak demand savings from 2011 to 2017, categorized under Mail-in Rebates and Instant Rebates.
is section presents the methodology used and the activities carried out for the BER 2017 evaluation. As illustrated in Figure 7, various data-collection activities were used throughout the evaluation. Figure 7: Methodological Model The Eva...
AI summary This section outlines the methodology used for the 2017 evaluation of the Business Energy Rebates (BER) program. It describes the data collection activities, including a review of BER documentation and a meeting with the program manager in August 2017 to verify the implementation of previous recommendations and understand recent changes. The evaluation aimed for a 10% margin of error at a 90% confidence level for quantitative results.
gy savings, the Evaluator conducted a thorough literature review by consulting technical reference manuals (TRMs), evaluation reports and relevant studies. 2.2 Instant Rebates Participant Survey In November 2017, CRA conducted a telephone...
AI summary The Evaluator conducted a literature review using technical reference manuals and evaluation reports. A survey was conducted with 60 participants of the BER Instant Rebates program to gather feedback on participation reasons, free-ridership, cross-influence, and decision criteria. The survey had a 10.6% margin of error at a 90% confidence level.
evaluation objectives, key results of the previous evaluations and recent changes made to each program. Further explanations can be found Section 1 of the DSM Programs Evaluation Executive Summary. Business Energy Rebates 12 Efficient Prod...
AI summary The 2017 BER market evaluation highlights participant satisfaction with the Mail-in Rebates program, with 90% satisfaction ratings. Participants primarily joined to save on energy costs, and many had previously engaged with other Efficiency Nova Scotia programs. Some dissatisfaction was noted due to paperwork and lengthy processes.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Nearly one participant in ten (9%) had issues with measures installed through BER Mail-in, which mainly related to equipment malfunctions. In all cases, the problems were resolved and parti...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report highlights that 9% of participants had issues with BER Mail-in measures, primarily due to equipment malfunctions, but all were resolved. Participants suggested improvements like more user-friendly forms, higher rebates, better promotion, and more information. Most participants in Instant Rebates were motivated by energy cost savings and had prior experience with ENS programs. Distributors were generally satisfied with the service and its market influence.
distributors involved in BER Instant Rebates were interviewed. Distributors were asked about their satisfaction with the service and its influence on the market. Satisfaction with BER Instant Rebates Figure 9 presents an overview of distri...
AI summary The document discusses distributor satisfaction with the BER Instant Rebates program, showing an average score of 6.5 on a 10-point scale, consistent with 2016 results. Four distributors were positive, three expressed concerns, and one had a moderate opinion.
d. It should be noted that ENS recommends, in the participating distributor agreement, that distributors mention the incentives separately and that they are subject to change at the discretion of ENS. Opinions on the BER Instant Rebates su...
AI summary ENS recommends that distributors mention incentives separately in the participating distributor agreement, as they may change at ENS's discretion. Distributors generally express high satisfaction with ENS's support and communications, particularly regarding advance notification of rebate changes and accessibility of staff, though one distributor reported delays and lack of clarity on product eligibility.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Instant Rebates Influence Most distributors continue to believe that BER Instant Rebates influenced their decisions as to the number of LED lamps and fixture models they carry. For the most...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses how BER Instant Rebates influence distributors' decisions on LED lamp and fixture models they carry, with most distributors believing the rebates are highly influential. However, the rebates have minimal impact on staff knowledge, with manufacturers being the primary source of training.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report As part of 2017 evaluation, the EFLHs were adjusted in the tracked savings to match the values listed in Table 7. Multi-family EFLHs were adjusted for 18 HVAC projects in 2017 and no adjust...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses adjustments made to the EFLHs (Effective Full Load Heating and Cooling Hours) for multi-family and convenience store categories. Adjustments were made to ensure the 2017 adjustment ratio was not negatively impacted, particularly for 18 HVAC projects in the multi-family category.
e and did not require the removal of any major outliers from the sample. The overall adjustment ratio applied to the tracked energy savings and peak demand savings was 0.927 and 0.955 respectively. 11 Duke Energy Progress, Energy Efficienc...
AI summary The document discusses the evaluation of the Efficient Product Rebates Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia, including site visits to assess commercial refrigeration measures. Adjustments were made to energy savings calculations based on findings during the evaluation process.
nts were required for 13 measures which affected each project. 12 Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission, State of Pennsylvania Technical Reference Manual – June 2016, Effective January 1, 2017. Business Energy Rebates 21 Efficient Product...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses revisions to energy savings factors (ESVG) and peak demand savings factors (DSVG) for three measures. Adjustments were made after site visits revealed that some exhaust fans were incorrectly classified as return fans, leading to significant changes in energy savings calculations.
alculator for ENERGY STAR Certified Commercial Kitchen Equipment to the Evaluator, which are used for many commercial kitchen measures to ensure that all of the input model variables can be confirmed. Four other types of adjustments were m...
AI summary The text discusses adjustments made to energy savings calculations for commercial kitchen equipment measures, including revisions due to installation issues, site visits, and typographical errors, which affected the overall energy savings estimates.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report All measures were used to calculate the energy savings adjustment ratio, and one measure was removed from the peak demand savings ratio due to the abovementioned typographical error. The ad...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report details the calculation of energy savings adjustment ratios, with specific measures removed or adjusted due to typographical errors. Adjustments were made for energy savings and peak demand savings, with no adjustments needed for several commercial measures.
d in Subsections 4.1.1 to 4.1.11. The table also presents the corresponding margin of error at a confidence level of 90 percent for measure categories for which adjustment ratios were extrapolated. Business Energy Rebates 24 Efficient Prod...
AI summary The text references a table presenting adjustment ratios for BER mail-in measure categories, along with their margin of error at a 90% confidence level, as part of the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
2017 DSM Evaluation Report Table 8: Adjustment Ratios per BER Mail-in Measure Category
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report includes Table 8, which outlines adjustment ratios for BER Mail-in Measure Categories. This table likely provides data on how different energy efficiency measures impact energy savings calculations.
- - Commercial Solar 1 1 1.000 - - 1.000 - - Water Heating 1 0 1.000 - - 1.000 - - Business Energy Rebates 25 Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Interactive Effects Whenever a measure instal...
AI summary The document discusses the evaluation of energy efficiency programs, focusing on interactive effects and effective useful life calculations. It mentions the use of the CIRx Screening Tool to account for interactive effects in BER Mail-in and the review of EUL values based on literature and TRMs for 2017 evaluations.
rs while the revised EUL is 15.3 years, thus increasing lifetime savings for the service. Additional details on how EULs were established are provided in Appendix VIII. Revised Gross Savings The savings achieved by every BER Mail-in measur...
AI summary The document discusses revised energy and peak demand savings for the BER Mail-in program, incorporating adjustments to the effective useful life (EUL) and line loss factors. The total gross energy savings are reported at 18.346 GWh, with lifetime savings of 280.930 GWh based on a revised EUL of 15.3 years.
10: Revised Gross Energy and Peak Demand Savings for BER Mail-in Measure Category HVAC Lighting Refrigeration Motors and VFDs Compressed Air Agricultural Energy Savings Tracked Gross Energy Savings (GWh) 4.878 11.309 0.838 0.704 0.007 0.16...
AI summary The text presents revised gross energy and peak demand savings data for the Better Energy Rebates (BER) mail-in program, categorized by measure type. It includes metrics such as tracked energy savings, adjustment ratios, line loss factors, and effective useful life for various sectors including HVAC, lighting, and refrigeration.
6 1.066 1.066 1.066 1.066 Gross Peak Demand Savings – at the Generator (MW) 0.423 2.134 0.200 0.043 0.002 0.023 Business Energy Rebates 28 Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Revised Gross En...
AI summary The text presents data on Gross Peak Demand Savings at the generator level and references the Efficient Product Rebates Program and the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It includes a table with energy savings metrics across different categories.
1.066 1.066 1.066 - Gross Peak Demand Savings – at the Generator (MW) 0.023 0.010 0.004 0.001 0.000 2.863 Business Energy Rebates 29 Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report 4.2 Net-to-gross Ratio...
AI summary This section discusses the net-to-gross ratio (NTGR) used to determine net savings from energy efficiency programs, specifically addressing free-ridership in the BER Mail-in program. Free-ridership occurs when participants would have implemented energy efficiency measures without the program, assessed through a self-report telephone survey.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Statistically significant individual results were obtained for the two most important measure categories (lighting and HVAC) and are presented here for reference. The free-ridership level f...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia found statistically significant results for lighting and HVAC measures. Free-ridership levels were 8% for lighting and 19% for HVAC, with an increase in HVAC free-ridership compared to 2016. Internal spillover was found to be nil in 2017, and the report discusses the NTGR calculation method.
tablished at 241.600 GWh. Detailed results are presented in Table 11. 13 At the time of writing, 2017 data was not available. The Nova Scotia-specific factor was obtained from Nova Scotia Power’s 2016 total system emissions data (7,079,268...
AI summary The text discusses the calculation of a Nova Scotia-specific factor using 2016 data from Nova Scotia Power and Emera Inc., including total system emissions and electricity generation. It references the Business Energy Rebates and the Efficient Product Rebates Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report.
1.066 1.066 1.066 1.066 Net Peak Demand Savings – at the Generator (MW) 0.364 1.835 0.172 0.037 0.002 0.020 Business Energy Rebates 33 Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Revised Net Energy a...
AI summary The text presents data on net peak demand savings at the generator level and references the Efficient Product Rebates Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report. It includes categories such as kitchen, water heating, and solar, with numerical values related to energy savings.
1.066 1.066 1.066 1.066 - Net Peak Demand Savings – at the Generator (MW) 0.020 0.009 0.004 0.001 0.000 2.462 Business Energy Rebates 34 Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Table 12 compares...
AI summary This table compares energy and peak demand savings from the BER Mail-in program as tracked by Efficiency Nova Scotia and as evaluated in the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report. The evaluation results show slightly lower adjusted gross savings and net savings compared to the tracked figures.
NS Tracked Savings 3.505 MW 3.505 MW 0.84 2.944 MW Evaluation Results 3.505 MW 2.863 MW 0.86 2.462 MW The gross evaluated energy savings are 5 percent lower than the tracked values. While the Evaluator applied a very small adjustment to th...
AI summary The evaluation of the BER Instant Rebates program found that gross evaluated energy savings were 5% lower than tracked values, primarily due to a 7.3% reduction in lighting savings. Net energy savings were 3% lower, while net peak demand savings were 16% lower due to an 18% adjustment to an HVAC project.
ed values to calculate the energy and peak demand savings of this category. 14 Definition adapted from National Renewable Energy Laboratory, The Uniform Methods Project, Chapter 23: Estimating Net Savings: Common Practices, September 2014,...
AI summary The document discusses the calculation of energy and peak demand savings for linear LED fixtures under the Efficient Product Rebates Program, referencing recommended values for lumen output, baseline wattage, and hours of use.
ient wattage is not included in this table since the actual wattage of each product is used, which is the case for all products in BER Instant Rebates. Revised Savings Baseline and Efficient Wattage The Evaluator reviewed each category and...
AI summary The document discusses the evaluation of energy savings from linear LED lamps in the Efficient Product Rebates Program. It reviews baseline and efficient wattage, hours of use, and overall adjustment ratios for energy and peak demand savings.
4,410 Wall Sconces, LED Wall Sconce Retrofit ≥ 1,490 72 4,410 Revised Savings Baseline and Efficient Wattage The Evaluator reviewed the baseline wattage values as per Table 18 above. The baseline wattage required corrections for 411 data e...
AI summary The document discusses corrections made to baseline wattage values for LED wall sconces, leading to an overall adjustment ratio of 0.998 for energy savings and 1.008 for peak demand savings. The 2017 HOU value was applied correctly to most products, with minor adjustments for the remaining cases.
s revised to the appropriate value. Overall Adjustment The overall adjustment ratio was 1.037 for energy savings and 1.000 for peak demand savings. Occupancy Sensors Recommended Savings Occupancy sensors are tracked as five different categ...
AI summary The document discusses the recommended energy and peak demand savings for occupancy sensors, categorized into five types. The values are derived from the 2015 Efficiency Vermont TRM and the BER CIRx Screening Tool algorithm. The overall adjustment ratio for energy savings is 1.037, and for peak demand savings is 1.000.
2017 DSM Evaluation Report These unitary savings values are derived from the algorithm used in the BER CIRx Screening Tool. The equation is as follows: /1000 Where: › Pconn is the connected wattage controlled by the occupancy sensor (varie...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses the calculation of energy savings for occupancy sensors using the BER CIRx Screening Tool. It notes a discrepancy between calculated and listed values, which was corrected in the revised savings calculations presented in Table 23.
Switch 278 24% 305 Exterior 118 41% 76 This change had a small impact on the overall savings and the adjustment ratios are 1.000 for both energy and peak demand savings. Business Energy Rebates 45 Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficien...
AI summary The text provides data on energy and peak demand savings for different types of pumps, categorized by input wattage. It mentions recommended and revised savings values, with adjustment ratios of 1.000 for both energy and peak demand savings.
f which largely corresponded to values that had been tracked by ENS. 18 DNV-GL, Massachusetts Commercial and Industrial Upstream Lighting Program: “In Storage” Lamps Follow-up Study, March 2015. Business Energy Rebates 46 Efficient Product...
AI summary The document discusses the application of Power Conversion Factors (PCF) to the Efficient Product Rebates Program, including the use of a 64.6% PCF for indoor lighting products and 100% for outdoor and 24-hour products. It also addresses interactive effects in the context of BER Instant Rebates.
ed based on the findings of the literature review. When establishing the EUL for a given measure, the Evaluator considered the most common values found in TRMs, evaluation reports or relevant studies. For lighting measures, the Evaluator a...
AI summary The Evaluator determined the Effective Useful Life (EUL) for lighting measures by consulting TRMs, evaluation reports, and product specification sheets. The EUL was calculated by dividing the rated life of the product by the annual HOU and adjusted for baseline increases. This adjustment affected LED downlight fixtures under the BER Instant Rebates program.
2017 DSM Evaluation Report Table 25: Revised Equivalent Effective Useful Life Values by Measure Category
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report includes Table 25, which presents revised Equivalent Effective Useful Life Values by Measure Category. This table is likely used to assess the longevity and effectiveness of energy efficiency measures implemented under the Demand Side Management (DSM) program.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) Evaluation Report prepared by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It provides an assessment of the effectiveness of DSM programs implemented in the year 2017.
1.066 1.066 1.066 1.066 Total Gross Peak Demand Savings – at the Generator (MW) 0.727 0.751 0.353 0.453 2.658 1.060 Business Energy Rebates 53 Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary The text presents data related to total gross peak demand savings at the generator level and references the Efficient Product Rebates Program and the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which assesses the performance and impact of energy efficiency programs implemented during that year.
1.543 21.650 5.286 408.624 Peak Demand Savings Tracked Gross Non-peak Demand Savings (MW) 0.029 0.520 0.069 9.689 Adjustment Ratio on Demand Savings 1.000 1.000 1.000 In-service Rate 1.000 1.000 1.000 Peak Coincidence Factor 1.000 0.646 1....
AI summary The text provides data on demand savings and related metrics, including peak demand savings, non-peak demand savings, adjustment ratios, and factors such as the peak coincidence factor and interactive effects factor. It also references the Efficient Product Rebates Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia in the context of a 2017 DSM Evaluation Report.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report 5.2 Net-to-gross Ratio The net-to-gross ratio (NTGR) serves to determine net savings, i.e. the savings that can be reliably attributed to a service. More precisely, the NTGR is established...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses the Net-to-gross Ratio (NTGR) and its use in determining net savings for BER Instant Rebates. The report highlights a new approach to measuring free-ridership through surveys and interviews with participants and distributors, focusing on four LED products.
ible NTGR estimate.27 The evaluation targets the following four specific products: › LED linear fixtures › LED downlight fixtures › LED linear lamps › LED general-use and decorative lamps These product categories represent 75 percent of al...
AI summary The evaluation focuses on four LED product categories that account for 75% of energy savings from BER Instant Rebates. These products were selected due to their high sales volume and potential for free-ridership. Interviews with distributors and end-users were conducted to assess the influence of the service on market behavior and purchasing decisions.
2017 DSM Evaluation Report Table 31: Evaluated Net Energy and Peak Demand Savings for BER Instant Rebates LED LED LED Linear LED Linear LED General-use and LED Outdoor Product Category Reflector Downlight Fixtures Lamps Decorative Lamps Fi...
AI summary This section of the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report presents Table 31, which evaluates the net energy and peak demand savings for BER Instant Rebates across various LED product categories, including linear fixtures, lamps, decorative lamps, and outdoor fixtures.
1.066 1.066 1.066 - Net Peak Demand Savings – at the Generator (MW) 0.031 0.326 0.073 4.823 Business Energy Rebates 60 Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Table 32 below compares the savings...
AI summary This table compares the energy and peak demand savings tracked by Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) with the evaluated savings for the Business Energy Rebates (BER) Instant Rebates program in 2017. The evaluation results show lower adjusted gross savings and net savings than the tracked savings.
ENS Tracked Savings 10.328 MW 10.328 MW 0.78 8.056 MW Evaluation Results 10.328 MW 6.432 MW 0.75 4.823 MW Evaluated gross energy savings were 7 percent below tracked savings due to downward adjustments made to unitary savings in some of th...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report for Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) indicates that evaluated energy savings were 7% lower than tracked savings due to downward adjustments in unitary savings for BER Instant Rebates, particularly in LED products. Net energy savings were 11% below tracked savings, attributed to a decrease in the Net-to-Gross Ratio (NTGR) and higher free-ridership. Net peak demand savings were 40% below tracked savings, influenced by a drop in the Power Conversion Factor (PCF).
Table 34: Overall Participation and Savings for BER Participation Level Gross Savings NTGR Net Savings Mail-in Rebates Energy Savings 18.346 GWh 0.86 15.778 GWh Lifetime Energy Savings 288 projects 280.930 GWh 0.86 241.600 GWh Peak Demand...
AI summary Table 34 presents participation levels and savings from the Better Energy Rebates (BER) program, including energy and peak demand savings, net-to-gross ratios (NTGR), and lifetime savings across mail-in and instant rebate categories. The data highlights the effectiveness of the BER program in reducing energy consumption and demand.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report 7 BER MARKET EVOLUTION ENS has been active in the LED market of the business, non-profit, and institutional (BNI) sector through BER since 2010. The 2016 Evaluation of BER found an increase...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) has been promoting LED adoption in the BNI sector through BER since 2010. The 2016 evaluation found declining market barriers and increasing LED adoption, recommending continued monitoring. This section examines market indicators like market share, retail prices, and participation in BER Instant Rebates to assess ongoing market evolution.
2017 DSM Evaluation Report Figure 11: Atlantic Commercial and Industrial Lighting Shipments by Technology (%) 100% 90% 80% 70% 60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 0% 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 Incandescent Halogen CFL Fluorescents HID LED Othe...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report presents data on the shift from traditional lighting technologies to LED in the Atlantic region, highlighting a decline in fluorescent lamp shipments and an increase in LED linear lamps, particularly in 2016. This data is sourced from Electro-Federation Canada.
2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 A-Line Decorative Reflectors Linear Downlight Retrofit Fixtures Other Source: Electro-Federation Canada, Lamp Data - Consumer Channel and C&I Channel 2004–2016, March 2017. BER Instant Rebates Rebated Units The tot...
AI summary The text provides data on the number of LED lamps and fixtures incented by the Business Energy Rebates (BER) Instant Rebates program from 2012 to 2017, highlighting a significant increase in rebated units from 2015 to 2017 and the introduction of Linear LED lamps in 2014.
minimum energy performance requirements for MH ballasts. Market readiness of more No substitute more efficient than LEDs has come to the forefront. efficient substitute technology Assessing the above factors demonstrates that barriers to L...
AI summary The text discusses the declining barriers to LED adoption in the BNI sector, noting increased market share, availability, and price reductions. It also mentions the growth phase of LEDs and the increasing free-ridership levels as adoption rises.
y savings and 7.286 MW in net peak demand savings at the generator, representing 30,423 tonnes of CO2 eq in avoided GHG emissions annually. The total net lifetime energy savings amount to 547.135 GWh. The Instant Rebates service was the gr...
AI summary The document highlights the energy and peak demand savings achieved through the Instant Rebates and Mail-in services under the Business Energy Rebates (BER) program. Instant Rebates contributed significantly to savings, while Mail-in saw high participant satisfaction despite a slight decline in participation.
ecrease in the participation level of Mail-in was observed in 2017, the gross savings per participant were at the third highest level since 2011. Participants expressed high satisfaction with Mail-in. Since BER transitioned in 2015 toward...
AI summary The Business Energy Rebates (BER) program saw a decrease in Mail-in participation in 2017, but participants remained highly satisfied. LED products now dominate savings due to the program's focus on them since 2015. However, their impact on LED sales has diminished as market barriers decreased and prices dropped. The Evaluator recommends monitoring market indicators and diversifying Mail-in projects to include more non-lighting initiatives.
of market transformation. The Evaluator also suggests looking for opportunities to diversify the portfolio of projects completed through Mail-in to increase the proportion of non-lighting projects. Efficient Product Rebates Program 72 Effi...
AI summary The document discusses the Efficient Product Rebates Program (BER) under Efficiency Nova Scotia, focusing on the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report. It highlights recommendations, survey questionnaires, sampling methodologies, and algorithms related to free-ridership and internal spillover calculations.
Efficient Product Rebates Efficiency Nova Scotia 2016 DSM Evaluation Report EFFICIENT PRODUCT REBATES 2017 DSM EVALUATION EFFICIENCY NOVA SCOTIA Appendix Report March 15, 2018 Efficient Product Rebates Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evalu...
AI summary This appendix report from Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation provides detailed methodologies, survey questionnaires, and results related to the Efficient Product Rebates program, including participant surveys, sampling protocols, and algorithms for free-ridership and internal spillover calculations.
BER: ALGORITHM FOR INTERNAL SPILLOVER CALCULATION ............................. 98 BER: ADJUSTMENT RATIO CALCULATION EXAMPLE ........................................... 99 Project No. 6138 ii Efficient Product Rebates Efficiency Nova Scoti...
AI summary This section outlines the 2017 recommendations from the Evaluator as part of the 2017 DSM evaluation. It notes that there were no incomplete 2016 recommendations at the time of evaluation.
ur ! Source du renvoi introuvable. to identify when some product categories should be removed from the service due to a high level of market transformation. 2. Identify opportunities to diversify the portfolio of projects completed through...
AI summary The text discusses the need to remove certain product categories from the BER Mail-In service due to high market transformation, and the importance of diversifying the portfolio to maintain savings. It highlights the dominance of lighting projects in BER Mail-In and the risks posed by the increasing popularity of LED lighting.
recommends that ENS identify BNI sectors that are currently underrepresented in the Mail-in service and that could potentially generate significant savings. 3. Continue and improve the tracking of BER Instant Rebates participants. The 2017...
AI summary The document recommends that ENS identify underrepresented sectors in the Mail-in service and improve tracking of BER Instant Rebates participants to better assess savings and refine impact analysis.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Sections Recommendations Impact Evaluation 4. For one other project, refrigerated strip curtains were installed on a commercial walk-in – 4.1.3 cooler. ENS referenced the Pennsyl...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report discusses the impact evaluation of energy efficiency measures, including refrigerated strip curtains and motor and VFD measures. The Evaluator recommends updating the CIRx Screening Tool and further reviewing applications for energy savings consistency.
reviewing applications for return and exhaust measures and identifying if projects achieve savings from VFDs through controls or schedule changes. Impact Evaluation 6. Six commercial kitchen projects were reviewed for a total of 16 measure...
AI summary The text discusses the review of commercial kitchen projects and the need for adjustments in energy savings calculations, particularly concerning VFDs and operational hours. It also mentions a mail-in participant survey for BER, highlighting the importance of stakeholder engagement in energy efficiency programs.
. Are you the person in your organization who is most knowledgeable about your recent experience with the Business Energy Rebates Program? 1 Yes (IF YES GO TO V4) 2 No Project No. 6138 3 Efficient Product Rebates Efficiency Nova Scotia 201...
AI summary The text is part of a survey related to the Business Energy Rebates Program, seeking the most knowledgeable individual in an organization regarding their experience with the program. It includes questions about participation, application details, and contact information for follow-up.
eceived a rebate of [REBATE]. When answering the survey questions, please take into account this specific application for [MEASURE CATEGORY] measures. Program Participation (P Series) P1. What was the SINGLE most important reason your orga...
AI summary The text outlines survey questions related to program participation and free-ridership in the context of energy-efficient measures. It asks organizations to identify the most important reasons for implementing energy-efficient measures and whether they had already decided to do so before learning about the Business Energy Rebates Program.
to implement energy-efficient [MEASURE CATEGORY] measures before you heard about the Business Energy Rebates Program? 1 Yes 2 No 8 (Don’t know) 9 (Refused) FR1a. IF FR1= YES, THEN ASK: I just want to make sure I understand - Before you dec...
AI summary The text outlines a series of survey questions related to the Business Energy Rebates Program, focusing on whether participants had already decided to implement energy-efficient measures before the program, their awareness of rebate-eligible products, and how the absence of the program would have affected their decisions.
lease answer on a scale of 0 to 10, with a 0 indicating that it is “Very Unlikely,” and a 10 indicating that it is “Very Likely.” [DO NOT ACCEPT A RANGE – ASK FR3 SEQUENCE IN ORDER/DO NOT RANDOMIZE] Project No. 6138 5 Efficient Product Reb...
AI summary The text presents a series of questions from an evaluation of the 2017 DSM program, focusing on the likelihood that participants would have implemented energy-efficient measures without the rebate program. The questions are structured to assess the program's influence on decision-making and timing of implementation.
he likelihood that you would have postponed implementing the [MEASURE CATEGORY] measures by at least one year? _ Response _98 Don’t Know _99 Refused FR4. Using a scale from 0 to 10, where 0 means “No influence” and 10 means “Great influenc...
AI summary The text includes survey questions about the implementation of energy-efficient measures, focusing on factors influencing decisions, such as program rebates, information from program representatives, and the use of payback period thresholds. It is part of an evaluation of an energy efficiency program.
5a=1] What is the maximum payback period acceptable in order to move forward with energy efficient upgrades? AVOID A RANGE. RECORD RESPONSE [MONTHS/YEARS} 98 (Don’t know) FR5b. [ASK IF FR5a=1] Without the rebate, was the payback period sho...
AI summary The document contains survey questions related to energy efficiency programs, focusing on payback periods for energy upgrades, rebate programs, and company policies for energy management. It includes questions about the implementation of energy efficiency projects with longer payback periods and monitoring practices.
that had a payback period longer than your standard payback time period ? CODE ONLY ONE 1 Yes 2 No 8 (Don’t know) 9 (Refused) Cross-Influence [CI Series] READ AND ROTATE (CI1 + CI2a-c) AND (CI3 + CI4a-c) SEQUENCES CI1. Before participating...
AI summary The text includes survey questions related to participation in the Business Energy Rebates program and previous involvement in Efficiency Nova Scotia programs. It explores whether prior participation influenced decisions to implement energy-efficient measures and whether it prompted further examination of energy efficiency options.
asked a contractor or a technical staff member to examine the energy efficiency options for the facility. 1 Agree 2 Disagree 98 (Don’t know) 99 (Refused) CI2c. [IF CI1=1] Because of your company’s previous participation in an Efficiency No...
AI summary The text discusses customer experiences with Efficiency Nova Scotia programs, including participation in energy efficiency initiatives and the influence of promotional materials on decision-making regarding energy-efficient measures.
were a major factor in your company’s decision to implement energy-efficient [MEASURE CATEGORY] measures. 1 Agree 2 Disagree 98 (Don’t know) 99 (Refused) CI4b. [IF CI3=1] The energy-efficiency promotional materials distributed by Efficienc...
AI summary The text includes survey questions related to the impact of Efficiency Nova Scotia's energy-efficiency promotional materials on company representatives' decisions to implement energy-efficient measures and evaluate their cost-effectiveness. It also references the Business Energy Rebates program and a satisfaction survey.
long to fill out) 2 (Took too long/Time delay in processing) 3 (Communication problems) 96 (Other: _) 98 (Don’t know) 99 (Refused) Project No. 6138 11 Efficient Product Rebates Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report [...
AI summary The text outlines survey questions related to customer experiences with the Efficient Product Rebates program under Efficiency Nova Scotia, focusing on barriers such as communication issues, rebate amounts, and processing times. It also includes a section for identifying problems encountered with energy efficiency measures under the Business Energy Rebates program.
y measures you implemented as part of the Business Energy Rebates program? 1 Yes 2 No (SKIP TO B5) 98 (Don’t know) (SKIP TO B5) 99 (Refused) (SKIP TO B5) Project No. 6138 12 Efficient Product Rebates Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluat...
AI summary The text contains survey questions related to the Business Energy Rebates program, asking about implementation problems, resolution of those problems, and suggestions for improving the program. The questions are structured with response options and probes for additional input.
(Warehouse / storage) 15 (Manufacturing) 16 (Building is vacant) 17 (Agriculture) 18 (Other (SPECIFY: _) 98 (Don’t know) 99 (Refused) Project No. 6138 14 Efficient Product Rebates Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Repor...
AI summary The document contains a series of survey questions related to employment and organizational structure, likely part of a 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) evaluation report by Efficiency Nova Scotia. The questions gather data on the number of full-time equivalent workers and the organizational independence of businesses in Nova Scotia.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report BER: MAIL-IN PARTICIPANT SURVEY RESULTS P1. What was the SINGLE most important reason your organization chose to implement energy- efficient [MEASURE CATEGORY] measures? P1a. Wha...
AI summary The document presents survey results from Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation, focusing on the reasons organizations chose to implement energy-efficient measures, with data from 2015, 2016, and 2017.
Motivations Most Most Most Second Most Second Important Important Important Important Important Important Motivation Motivation Motivation Motivation Motivation Motivation Sample Size 74 74 70 70 70 70 Save on energy 61% 19% 70% 9% 53% 26%...
AI summary The text presents survey results on customer motivations for participating in energy efficiency programs, with saving on energy costs and bills being the most important motivation, followed by taking advantage of program rebates and updating equipment.
- - - - 7% Others 8% 5% 3% 3% 3% 9% None/No other reason - 4% - 7% - 9% Don’t know - 3% - - - - Wording change in 2016 (OLD WORDING: What was the single most important reason your company or organization chose to participate in the Busines...
AI summary The text includes a table and a survey question related to the Business Energy Rebates program, asking participants if they had already decided to implement energy-efficient measures before learning about the program.
I understand - Before you decided to participate in the Business Energy Rebate Program, you had already made the decision to implement energy efficient [MEASURE CATEGORY] measures? Already Made Decision to Implement Energy Efficient 2015 2...
AI summary The text presents survey data on participation in the Business Energy Rebate Program, showing the percentage of organizations that had already decided to implement energy-efficient measures before receiving rebates and whether they would have paid the full cost of the measures without the rebate.
Definitely Would Have Paid”) Paid cost of project 72 5.6 69 6.7 70 6.0 Don’t know/Refused excluded from calculations FR3a_2. Were you aware that the lighting products rebated through the Business Energy Rebates Program are premium products...
AI summary The text discusses the Business Energy Rebates Program and includes survey data on awareness of premium lighting products certified by Design Light Consortium or ENERGY STAR. It also references a project number and an appendix report related to the 2017 DSM Evaluation.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report FR3. Now I would like to ask you to consider which actions your organization would have taken if the Business Energy Rebates Program had NOT been available. I will read you a few...
AI summary The text asks the respondent to consider alternative actions their organization would have taken if the Business Energy Rebates Program had not been available, using a scale from 0 to 10 to indicate likelihood.
e. I will read you a few options. For each one, please answer on a scale of 0 to 10, with a 0 indicating that it is “Very Unlikely,” and a 10 indicating that it is “Very Likely.” 2017 Actions Taken in Absence of Program Component Sample Me...
AI summary The text presents survey results assessing the likelihood of businesses implementing energy-efficient measures in the absence of a program component, with responses on a scale from 0 to 10. The mean scores indicate a moderate likelihood of actions such as installing the same quantity of lighting products or purchasing the same model, but lower likelihood of delaying implementation by at least one year.
excluded from calculations Base: Respondents who would have likely paid full cost of the energy-efficient measure [IF FR2≥5] Results from 2016 are not presented due to wording changes in 2017 FR4. Using a scale from 0 to 10, where 0 means...
AI summary The text presents survey results on the influence of various factors in implementing energy-efficient measures, including program rebates, on-site energy manager assistance, and information from program representatives. The data is collected in 2016 and 2017, with mean scores indicating the level of influence on decision-making.
1% 9% FR5aa. What is the maximum payback period acceptable in order to move forward with energy efficient upgrades? Maximum Payback Period 2016 2017 Sample Size 37 37 .25 years 3% 5% 1 year - 3% 1.5 years 3% - 2 years 19% 11% 3 years 30% 3...
AI summary The data shows the distribution of acceptable maximum payback periods for energy efficient upgrades in 2016 and 2017. The mean payback period increased from 3.6 years in 2016 to 4.5 years in 2017, with the majority of respondents accepting a 3-year payback period.
3.6 years 4.5 years Base: Company uses a payback period threshold as a decisional criterion Don’t know removed from calculation Project No. 6138 19 Efficient Product Rebates Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report FR5b...
AI summary The text discusses the payback period threshold used by a company in decision-making for energy efficiency measures, with data showing a slight decrease in the percentage of measures with a payback period short enough to be implemented without rebates from 2016 to 2017. It also references the Efficient Product Rebates program and the Business Energy Rebates (BER) Program.
16% 19% FR6. Which of the following, if any, does your company have in place for the facility where the measures were implemented as part of the BER Program? Processes in Place in Facilities Where 2016 2017 Measures Were Implemented Sample...
AI summary The text asks about energy efficiency policies and practices in facilities where BER Program measures were implemented, including the presence of specific energy efficiency policies, personnel responsible for energy management, and defined energy-saving goals. It also inquires about the implementation of energy efficiency projects with payback periods longer than standard.
67% 47% 52% FR7. Has your company ever implemented energy efficiency projects that had a payback period longer than your standard payback time period? Implemented an Energy Efficiency Project with a Longer Payback Period 2016 2017 Sample S...
AI summary The text discusses participation in energy efficiency programs, including the Business Energy Rebates program and Efficiency Nova Scotia initiatives. It references a survey on energy efficiency projects with longer payback periods and includes data from 2016 and 2017. The document is part of an evaluation report for a 2017 DSM program.
what was learned by participating in the program, a company representative asked a contractor or a technical staff member to examine the energy efficiency options for the facility. Impact of Previous ENS Program Component Participation 201...
AI summary This text discusses the impact of previous participation in Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) programs on company representatives' decision-making regarding energy efficiency measures. It highlights that a significant majority of participants agreed that their prior experience influenced their evaluation of cost-effective measures.
ergy efficiency promotional materials distributed by Efficiency Nova Scotia were a major factor in the company’s decision to implement energy-efficient [MEASURE CATEGORY] measures. Impact of Previously Seen ENS Energy Efficiency Promotiona...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia's energy efficiency promotional materials significantly influenced companies to implement energy-efficient measures, with a majority agreeing to the impact in both 2016 and 2017. The materials also prompted company representatives to seek further examination of energy efficiency options.
2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report S2. What was the most important reason you were not more satisfied with the program overall? Any other reasons? 2016 2017 Key Reasons Not More Satisfied (#) (#) Sample Size 10 7 Too difficult to sign u...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Appendix Report highlights key reasons for dissatisfaction with the program, including difficulty in signing up, delays in rebate processing, and issues with equipment qualification and communication. The sample size was small, with responses collected in 2016 and 2017.
1 1 Base: Respondents who were not satisfied with the program component (NOT SATISFIED: S1<8) Multiple responses S3. On a scale of 1 to 10, where 1=‘not at all satisfied’ and 10=‘completely satisfied’, how was your organization’s experienc...
AI summary The Business Energy Rebates (BER) Program's satisfaction survey results show high levels of satisfaction across various aspects, with mean scores ranging from 7.9 to 8.7 in 2016 and 2017. Respondents were generally satisfied with interaction with contractors, rebate amounts, and program application processes.
8.4 paperwork Rebate amounts 69 8.0 70 8.4 Don’t know/Not applicable/Refused excluded from calculations Project No. 6138 24 Efficient Product Rebates Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report S4a. Why were you not more s...
AI summary The text discusses a survey question regarding dissatisfaction with the application forms and associated paperwork for the Efficient Product Rebates program under Efficiency Nova Scotia in the 2017 DSM Evaluation.
DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report S4a. Why were you not more satisfied with the program application, forms and associated paperwork? 2016 2017 Reasons Not More Satisfied with Application, Forms and Paperwork (#) (#) Sample Size 15 18 Diffic...
AI summary The text discusses reasons for dissatisfaction with program application, forms, and paperwork, including difficulty in filling out forms, communication problems, and delays in processing. It also asks about dissatisfaction with interactions and communication with contractors or distributors.
S3d<8) Multiple responses B1. Did you encounter any problems with the [MEASURE CATEGORY] energy efficiency measures you implemented as part of the Business Energy Rebates program? Barrier Faced 2015 2016 2017 Sample Size 74 70 70 Yes 18% 4...
AI summary The Business Energy Rebates program faced some challenges in implementing energy efficiency measures, with 18% of respondents in 2015, 4% in 2016, and 9% in 2017 reporting problems. The majority of respondents did not encounter any issues, with 82%, 96%, and 90% respectively indicating no problems.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report B2. What were those problems? Anything else? 2015 2016 2017 Specific Barriers to Participation (#) (#) (#) Sample Size 13 3 6 Equipment malfunction - 2 5 Received poor/inaccurate...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report discusses specific barriers to participation in efficiency programs, including equipment malfunction, poor information, installation issues, and cost concerns. The report also evaluates whether these problems were resolved to participants' satisfaction.
9 2 6 No 4 1 - Base: Respondents who had problems with measures Project No. 6138 27 Efficient Product Rebates Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report B5. Do you have any suggestions to improve the Business Energy Rebat...
AI summary The document asks for suggestions to improve the Business Energy Rebates Program, considering aspects such as process, measures covered, marketing, interactions with program staff, and program forms.
e the Business Energy Rebates Program? Consider all aspects of the program: process, measures covered, marketing, interactions with program staff, and program forms. Anything else? Suggestions to Improve BER 2015 2016 2017 Sample Size 74 7...
AI summary The Business Energy Rebates Program (BER) is being evaluated for improvements, with suggestions focusing on user-friendly forms, better rebates, marketing, information sessions, and improved communication. The data shows varying levels of feedback across different years, with a significant portion of respondents indicating no recommendations or uncertainty.
7% 10% 7% None/No recommendations/Don’t know 57% 63% 51% Multiple responses B6. What kind of information would improve the Business Energy Rebate Program? 2016 2017 Types of Information that Would Improve BER (#) (#) Sample Size 3 2 Better...
AI summary The text discusses feedback on improving the Business Energy Rebate Program (BER), highlighting the need for better marketing, communication, and information on equipment prices. It also references an evaluation report on Efficient Product Rebates by Efficiency Nova Scotia as part of the 2017 DSM Evaluation.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report F1. What is the main activity of your organization?
AI summary The document is an appendix report from the 2017 DSM Evaluation by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which provides information on the main activity of the organization.
2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report F3. Approximately how many full-time equivalent workers does your organization employ at all locations within Nova Scotia? Full-Time Employees 2015 2016 2017 Sample Size 74 70 70 Fewer than 5 22% 26% 4...
AI summary The text presents data from a 2017 DSM Evaluation appendix report, including statistics on the number of full-time employees and the organizational structure of businesses in Nova Scotia from 2015 to 2017.
21% Others 4% 1% 6% F6. How many business locations does your organization have in Nova Scotia? Number of Locations 2015 2016 2017 Sample Size 74 70 70 1-5 84% 83% 86% 6 or more 12% 17% 11% Don’t know 4% - 3% Average 3.1 5.0 4.4 Don’t know...
AI summary The document provides data on the number of business locations in Nova Scotia and outlines the sampling methodology used in the 2017 evaluation of the BER Mail-in program, which is part of Efficiency Nova Scotia's DSM initiatives.
Report BER: MAIL-IN ON-SITE VISIT SAMPLING METHODOLOGY AND PROTOCOL Sampling Methodology A total of 82 on-site visits were conducted in 2017 to evaluate BER Mail-in. The 2017 BER sample included 82 total visits rolled out as an initial sam...
AI summary In 2017, 82 on-site visits were conducted to evaluate the BER Mail-in program, with sampling based on tracked savings from July and October 2017 tracking reports. HVAC and Lighting measures received the majority of visits due to their significant share of tracked savings.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report
AI summary This document is an appendix report from Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) Evaluation. It provides an analysis and assessment of the effectiveness of DSM programs implemented during that year.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report On-Site Visit Protocol 1. General Information Date of visit: Project Name: Project Tracking sheet #: Company Name: Contact Name: Address: Telephone: Grocery/ Retail: Manufacturin...
AI summary This document outlines an on-site visit protocol used in the 2017 DSM Evaluation by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It includes general information about the visit, facility details, and questions related to project type and operational periods. The document also mentions a calculated sample size with a rounding error explanation.
e of the tracked savings. A rounding error explains the one visit difference between the expected sample size and the actual sample size. 4 As of October 2017, when the second sample was selected. Project No. 6138 33 Efficient Product Reba...
AI summary The text provides forms and tables for collecting data on building heating and cooling systems, facility operation hours, and lighting usage as part of a 2017 DSM evaluation report. It includes sections for describing heating and cooling systems and their operation hours.
2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report 3. Facility Operation Hours and Lighting Usage Business Hours (Mon-Fri) Open Weekends? Business Hours Weekends Staff Early open Staff Late Close Cleaning Hours per Week Days/yr with no occupancy (i.e h...
AI summary This section of the 2017 DSM Evaluation Appendix Report outlines the collection of data related to facility operation hours, lighting usage, and installed lighting measures. It includes details on business hours, weekend operations, cleaning schedules, and the use of energy-efficient lighting products.
observation and contact declaration. Use additional sheets if required. Econoler will then compare the information collected with the information in the tracking sheet. In the Tracking Sheet Location Validated Onsite Is cooling installed i...
AI summary The document outlines procedures for verifying lighting measures during an energy efficiency evaluation, including checking for cooling and heating installations, lamp status, and lighting locations. It also includes a table for recording lighting equipment details as part of a 2017 DSM evaluation project.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report New equipment installed Baseline equipment Quantity Wattage/Unit Quantity Wattage Additional Type Tracking On-Site Tracking On-Site Notes: Type Tracking On-Site Tracking On-Site...
AI summary The document details the installation of new equipment and baseline equipment under the Efficient Product Rebates Program, including tracking sheets, validation, and additional information such as lamp count, location, and existing strip lengths. It also mentions motors and VFDs in the context of the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Motors and VFDs: Motors Total number of motors installed: In the Tracking Sheet Validated On-Site Explanation if quantities are different: Location: Motor Type: Motor Size [hp]: National El...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia includes data collection forms for assessing motor and VFD installations, including motor type, efficiency, usage hours, and control methods, as part of the Efficient Product Rebates Program.
ed: (Supply fan, return fan, exhaust fan, chilled water pump, boiler feed water, or other (Specify)): Hours of use (Indicate the corresponding schedule number): Approx. hours of operation [h/yr]: Specify Manufacturer and Model Number of VF...
AI summary The document contains a form for collecting information on HVAC systems and energy-efficient equipment, including details on fan hours, VFD models, and heat pump installations. It also references the Efficient Product Rebates Program and the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Tracking Validated Tracking Validated Tracking Validated Sheet On-Site Sheet On-Site Sheet On-Site HVAC 1 HVAC 1 HVAC 2 HVAC 2 HVAC 3 HVAC 3 New Capacity (tons or kBTU/hr) kBTU/unit convers...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia includes data collection forms for HVAC systems, including validation of installation, operational status, and energy efficiency metrics. It also references the Efficient Product Rebates Program and includes a section on HVAC Hotel Occupancy Sensors.
2017 DSM Evaluation Report HVAC Hotel Occupancy Sensor Existing control: Is HVAC system <65kBTU/h? Manufacturer: Model number: Quantity: Explanation if quantity is different: With building integrated control? [Y/N]: Number of hotel rooms:...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report includes forms for assessing HVAC systems, occupancy sensors, dual enthalpy economizer controls, and refrigeration measures. The report collects data on equipment specifications, operational status, and implementation details for energy efficiency evaluation.
n if quantity is different: Low, Medium or High Temp Cases? Number of hours/day that case cover/strip curtain is used: If open-to-closed measure, confirm anti- sweat heaters (Y/N): Zero-energy doors and frames Manufacturer? Model number? L...
AI summary The text includes forms and data collection templates related to energy efficiency measures, such as control measures, refrigeration compressors, and outside air economizers for walk-in coolers. It asks for details like manufacturer, model number, quantity, and specific technical specifications.
2017 DSM Evaluation Report Outside air economizers for walk-in coolers Manufacturer: Model Number: Quantity: Explanation if quantity is different: Cooler Volume: Quantity of Economizers: Explanation if quantity is different: Compressor Typ...
AI summary This section of the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report contains forms and data collection templates for assessing energy efficiency measures in agriculture, including outside air economizers for walk-in coolers and high efficiency fans. It outlines the information to be collected, such as manufacturer, model numbers, quantities, and technical specifications.
Model Number: Quantity: Explanation if quantity is different: If not, why and since when? Fan diameter [ft]: Fan Power: Airflow (Vent/Circ only): Hours of use [hr/yr]: Project No. 6138 45 Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova S...
AI summary The text contains forms and data collection templates related to the Efficient Product Rebates Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report. It includes fields for various equipment types, their specifications, and usage details for project number 6138.
erent: Compressor HP: Hours of Operation per day: Number of cows milked per day (and # of dry cows): Does it Replace an Existing Compressor? Confirm cooling temp (1-13C)? (Y/N) Milk pre-cooler/heat recover – Number installed: Location Prod...
AI summary The text outlines data collection forms for energy efficiency projects, including details about compressors, milk pre-coolers, heat recovery units, and variable speed drives (VSDs) on milk vacuum pumps. It also includes sections for compressed air measures and technical data collection.
facturer: Model: Is the equipment operational? If not, explain? Compressor type: System pressure [psi]: Orifice Diameter (Inches): Compressor operation [hr/week]: Timer? Project No. 6138 49 Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova...
AI summary The document includes forms and tables for collecting technical information about equipment in the Efficient Product Rebates Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report. It focuses on data collection for compressors, air tanks, and commercial dish washers, including details such as manufacturer, model, operational status, and technical specifications.
alidate the equipment is ENERGY STAR certified: Booster water heater fuel type (if applicable): DHW heating source: Operation [days/year]: Operation [number of racks washed/day]: Project No. 6138 50 Efficient Product Rebates Program Effici...
AI summary The document contains forms and data collection templates for the Efficient Product Rebates Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report. It includes fields for commercial fryers and hot food holding cabinets, such as equipment specifications, usage, and ENERGY STAR certification validation.
st [lbs/day]: Is the equipment still used? If not, why and since when? Does it replace non- certified ENERGY STAR ice maker? Validate the equipment is ENERGY STAR certified: Project No. 6138 53 Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency...
AI summary The text contains forms and data collection templates related to the Efficient Product Rebates Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report. It includes fields for equipment details, usage, and ENERGY STAR certification validation.
ent Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Commercial Convection Ovens Standard convection commercial oven Location: Manufacturer: Model number: Product Type: Quantity Installed: Hours oven is operating:...
AI summary The document outlines forms and data collection procedures for the Efficient Product Rebates Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report. It includes details on commercial convection ovens, griddles, and kitchen ventilation hoods, focusing on equipment specifications, usage, and ENERGY STAR certification.
Explanation if different: Is the equipment still used? If not, why? Is the equipment controlled by T° and optical sensors located in exhaust hood? Was VSD commissioned? [Y/N]: Laundry: Collect the information in the table below if commerci...
AI summary The document includes forms and data collection tools for evaluating the installation and usage of commercial laundry equipment under the Efficient Product Rebates Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia in the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report. It seeks information about equipment usage, control systems, and technical specifications.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report BER : INSTANT REBATES PARTICIPANT SURVEY QUESTIONNAIRE Could I speak with the person in your organization who would have been involved with the Efficiency Nova Scotia Business Energy Rebate...
AI summary This document is a survey questionnaire from Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report, targeting participants in the Business Energy Rebates (BER) Program. It aims to gather feedback on the purchase of energy-efficient products and the rebate process.
rd and keep data) V3. Are you the person in your organization who is most knowledgeable about deciding to purchase these [PRODUCT]? 1. Yes (If Yes go to P Series) 2. No Project No. 6138 58 Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova...
AI summary The text outlines a survey process for the Efficient Product Rebates Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia, focusing on identifying the most knowledgeable individual within an organization regarding product purchases and understanding the reasons behind choosing a specific product over a standard one.
2. No 98. (Don’t know) 99. (Refused) P3. Were you aware that you received a rebate when purchasing these [PRODUCT]? 1. Yes (Go to P5) 2. No 98. (Don’t know) P4. [ASK IF P3=No or DK] I just want to make sure I understand – When you purchase...
AI summary This text outlines a survey process related to rebate awareness for product purchases, specifically focusing on the Efficient Product Rebates Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It includes questions about whether respondents were aware of the rebate and whether they had already decided to purchase the product before knowing about the rebate or its price.
ion already decided to purchase [PRODUCT] before knowing the price of those products? 1. Yes 2. No 98. (Don’t know) 99. (Refused) 97 (Did not get any quotes) FR2. Efficiency Nova Scotia offered a rebate for the purchase of efficient lighti...
AI summary The text includes survey questions related to the Efficient Product Rebates Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia, asking respondents about their purchasing behavior in the absence of rebates and their awareness of product certifications such as ENERGY STAR.
,” and a 10 indicating that it is “Very Likely” FR3a. If the rebate had not been offered, what is the likelihood that you would have purchased the exact same model of premium lighting products? _ Response _98 Don’t Know _99 Refused FR3b. [...
AI summary The text includes survey questions related to customer purchasing behavior, specifically focusing on the influence of rebate programs and information provided by program representatives and distributors on the purchase of high-efficiency lighting products.
hting products c. Information received by a distributor on high- _ Response _98 Don’t Know _99 Refused efficiency lighting products Project No. 6138 61 Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Cro...
AI summary The text includes survey questions about participation in Efficiency Nova Scotia programs and their influence on purchasing decisions regarding efficient lighting products. It explores whether prior participation in such programs affected the decision-making process and whether it led to inquiries about efficient lighting options.
mpany representative asked a contractor or a distributor about efficient lighting options for your facility. 1. Agree 2. Disagree 98. (Don’t know) 99. (Refused) CI2c. [IF CI1=1] Because of your company’s previous participation in an Effici...
AI summary The text discusses a survey related to Efficiency Nova Scotia's promotional materials and their influence on company decisions regarding energy efficiency programs, such as the Business Energy Rebates program and efficient product rebates. It includes questions about participation, awareness, and decision-making influenced by promotional materials.
pany representative to ask a contractor or a distributor about efficient lighting options for your facility. 1. Agree 2. Disagree 98. (Don’t know) 99. (Refused) CI4c. [IF CI3=1] The energy-efficiency promotional materials distributed by Ef...
AI summary The text includes survey questions related to energy efficiency programs, specifically about decision-making criteria for implementing energy-efficient lighting and the influence of promotional materials from Efficiency Nova Scotia. It also references a 2017 DSM Evaluation Report and a project number.
of the following, if any, does your organization have in place for the facility where the efficient lighting products were implemented? READ AND ROTATE - CODE ONLY ONE PER STATEMENT a. A person responsible for monitoring or managing energy...
AI summary The text includes survey questions about energy efficiency practices and motivations for adopting efficient lighting products, with a focus on monitoring energy usage, setting energy-saving goals, and policies promoting energy efficiency. It also references an evaluation report on an efficient product rebate program.
17% To improve energy efficiency 32% 5% Quality of efficiency products 7% 20% What the customer/owner wanted 3% 2% Take advantage of program rebates 3% 8% Recommended by contractor 2% - Protect the environment 2% 3% Update equipment 2% 20%...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses customer motivations for participating in the Efficient Product Rebates Program, with a significant portion citing the desire to improve energy efficiency. It also includes data on whether distributors recommended the product to customers, with a majority indicating they did.
Yes 67% No 32% Don’t know 2% P3. Were you aware that you received a rebate when purchasing these [PRODUCT]? P4. I just want to make sure I understand – When you purchased [PRODUCT], you were unaware that a rebate was given to reduce the pr...
AI summary The text presents survey results regarding customer awareness of rebates received when purchasing products, specifically under Efficiency Nova Scotia's Business Energy Rebates Program. Most respondents were aware of the rebate, but fewer were aware it was part of the BER program.
95% No 5% Base: Respondents who were aware of rebate Project No. 6138 66 Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report FR1a. Had your organization already decided to purchase [PRODUCT] before knowing t...
AI summary This section of the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report presents survey results regarding customer decisions to purchase rebated products. It indicates that 56% of respondents had already decided to purchase the product before knowing about the rebate, and 47% had already decided to purchase the product before knowing the price.
47% No 53% FR2. Efficiency Nova Scotia offered a rebate for the purchase of efficient lighting products. If your organization had not received the rebate and the cost for [PRODUCT] had been about $[REBATE AVERAGE VALUE BY CATEGORY] higher,...
AI summary The text presents survey questions from an evaluation of Efficiency Nova Scotia's Efficient Product Rebates Program, focusing on whether organizations would have paid the full cost of efficient lighting products without the rebate and awareness of product certifications.
2017 DSM Evaluation Report FR3. Were you aware that the [PRODUCT] you purchased were premium products certified by Design Light Consortium or ENERGY STAR? Aware Product was Certified by Design Light Consortium or ENERGY STAR 2017 Sample Si...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report includes a question about awareness of product certifications and asks respondents to consider organizational actions if a rebate had not been available, using a scale from 0 to 10.
ble. I will read you a few options. For each one, please answer on a scale of 0 to 10, with a 0 indicating that it is “Very Unlikely,” and a 10 indicating that it is “Very Likely.” 2017 Actions Taken in Absence of Program Sample Mean Size...
AI summary The text presents survey results on customer behavior regarding lighting product purchases in the absence of a rebate program. Respondents were asked to rate the likelihood of purchasing the same quantity, model, or delaying purchase without the rebate, with mean scores provided for each scenario.
espondents who purchased more than one product Base: Respondents who would have likely paid full cost of the energy-efficient measure [IF FR2≥5] Don’t know/Refused excluded from calculations Project No. 6138 68 Efficient Product Rebates Pr...
AI summary The text discusses the Efficient Product Rebates Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report, focusing on the influence of various factors on an organization's decision to purchase energy-efficient products.
from 0 to 10, where 0 means “No influence” and 10 means “Great influence”, please rate the influence of each of the following in your organization’s decision to purchase [PRODUCT]. 2017 Influence of Factors in Decision to Implement Energy-...
AI summary The text presents survey data on the influence of various factors in an organization's decision to purchase energy-efficient products, focusing on rebate programs and information provided by program representatives. It also asks about previous participation in Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) programs.
the past already participated in any other Efficiency Nova Scotia programs? Previous Participation in Another ENS Program 2017 Sample Size 60 Yes 75% No 23% Don’t know 2% CI2a. The organization’s previous participation in an Efficiency Nov...
AI summary The text discusses customer participation in Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) programs, including previous participation in ENS programs and its influence on purchasing decisions. It also references the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report and the Efficient Product Rebates Program.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report CI2b. Because of the company’s previous participation in an Efficiency Nova Scotia program and what was learned by participating in the program, a company representative asked a contractor...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia shows that 76% of respondents who previously participated in an ENS program agreed that their participation influenced them to seek efficient lighting options. Additionally, 84% of respondents considered the cost-effectiveness of products when evaluating options for their facilities.
13% Don’t know 2% Base: Respondents who previously participated in another ENS program CI3. Before participating in the Business Energy Rebates program, had you at any time in the past already seen Efficiency Nova Scotia promotional materi...
AI summary This section of the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses the impact of Efficiency Nova Scotia's promotional materials on company decisions to participate in the Business Energy Rebates program. A majority of respondents (90%) had previously seen ENS promotional materials, which were a major factor in their decision to purchase energy-efficient products.
distributed by Efficiency Nova Scotia prompted a company representative to take into account the cost-effectiveness of [PRODUCT] when evaluating different options for the facility. Impact of Previously Seen ENS Energy Efficiency Promotiona...
AI summary The text discusses the impact of Efficiency Nova Scotia's promotional materials on decision-making regarding energy efficiency, highlighting that 89% of respondents who saw the materials agreed to their influence. It also references a 2017 DSM Evaluation Report and a question about using a payback period threshold for implementing energy efficiency lighting.
17% Average 2.6 years Excludes Don’t know responses D3. Which of the following, if any, does your organization have in place for the facility where the efficient lighting products were implemented? Processes in Place in Facilities Where Me...
AI summary The text discusses survey results related to energy efficiency practices in facilities where efficient lighting products were implemented, including the presence of energy monitoring processes and policies. It also references the Efficient Product Rebates Program and an interview guide for BER instant rebates.
TH STORE MANAGER/HEAD OFFICE CONTACT - CONTINUE] › Don’t know [CONTINUE INTERVIEW WITH STORE MANAGER/HEAD OFFICE CONTACT - CONTINUE] › Refused [THANK AND TERMINATE] Project No. 6138 73 Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scot...
AI summary The text discusses the factors contributing to the increase in LED lamp and fixture market share in Nova Scotia over the past six years, including regulations, environmental awareness, price reductions, and technological improvements. It also asks about the influence of Efficiency Nova Scotia's programs on these factors.
extent have the programs and activities from Efficiency Nova Scotia influenced each of those same factors? Rate Efficiency Nova Scotia’s influence using a percentage from 0 to 100%. Awareness-raising of environmental issues among clients _...
AI summary The text asks about the influence of Efficiency Nova Scotia's programs on factors like client awareness, price reductions, and technology appeal. It also inquires about the impact of the Business Energy Rebates Program on product offerings and staff knowledge, specifically regarding linear LED fixtures.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report A1. [ASK IF SALES DATA AVAILABLE] If the current trend is maintained, you should sell [FROM SAMPLE: fewer / more] linear LED fixtures by the end of 2017 than the number of units you sold in...
AI summary The document outlines questions from Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report, focusing on the sales trends of linear LED fixtures and the impact of the Business Energy Rebates Program on sales. It seeks to understand whether sales would have been the same or lower without the program's incentives.
ld the number of linear LED fixtures you sold have been lower in 2017 if the Business Energy Rebates Program incentive was not available? RECORD PERCENTAGE _% RECORD EXPLANATION: A4. I am interested in understanding the impact of the Busin...
AI summary The text explores the impact of the Business Energy Rebates Program on customer choices and product offerings, specifically regarding linear LED fixtures. It asks about the program's influence on product selection, the adequacy of rebate amounts, and product certification requirements.
purchase LEDs at a good price, etc.] B1b. What percentage of the LED downlight fixtures you sold through the program was purchased for residential application so far in 2017? Project No. 6138 76 Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency...
AI summary The document includes questions from the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report regarding the Efficient Product Rebates Program, specifically focusing on the Business Energy Rebates Program's impact on the sale of LED downlight fixtures, including the percentage of residential purchases and the influence of the program on customer product choices.
ortant”, how would you rate the program’s influence on your customers’ choice of LED downlight fixtures instead of incandescent or halogen fixtures? RECORD RATING: _ RECORD EXPLANATION: B6. Is the incentive ranging from $8 to $30 per fixtu...
AI summary The text includes questions about the influence of the Business Energy Rebates (BER) Program on customer choices of LED downlight fixtures and the impact of product eligibility criteria on the range of products carried by companies. It also asks about sales data for LED linear lamps under the BER Instant Rebates program.
r records indicate that you sold LED linear lamps as part of the BER Instant Rebates program up to September 2017, [READ IF SALES DATA AVAILABLE] while you sold _ units for the year 2016. C1. [ASK IF SALES DATA AVAILABLE] If the current tr...
AI summary The document asks about the sales of LED linear lamps under the Business Energy Rebates (BER) Instant Rebates program, inquiring about trends, the impact of incentives, and potential changes in sales volume if the program were not in place.
number of LED linear lamps you sold have been lower in 2017, if the Business Energy Rebates Program incentive had not been available? RECORD PERCENTAGE _% RECORD EXPLANATION: Project No. 6138 78 Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency...
AI summary The text discusses the impact of the Business Energy Rebates Program on customer product choices, specifically LED linear lamps. It includes questions about the program's influence on customers' decisions, the adequacy of rebate amounts, and the effect of certification requirements on product offerings.
amps carried by your company? RECORD RATING: _ RECORD EXPLANATION: Section D: General-Use/Decorative LED Lamps Ask if general-use/decorative LED lamps were rebated through the program I have a few questions about your sales of general-use/...
AI summary The document discusses the Business Energy Rebates Program's promotion of general-use/decorative LED lamps, including sales data for 2016 and up to September 2017. It asks whether sales trends indicate an increase or decrease in lamp sales and seeks explanations for any changes.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report D2. In 2017, the Business Energy Rebates Program provided a per-unit incentive of $3 to $4, depending on the type of general-use/decorative LED lamps. If this incentive had not been offered...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report includes questions about the Business Energy Rebates Program's impact on the sales of LED lamps. It asks participants whether the incentive influenced their sales volume and how important the program was in encouraging the use of LED lamps over other types of bulbs.
nt,” how would you rate the program’s influence on your customers’ choice of general-use/decorative LED lamps instead of incandescent bulbs or CFLs? RECORD RATING: _ RECORD EXPLANATION: D6. Is the current incentive of $3 per lamp sufficien...
AI summary The text includes questions about the influence of the Efficient Product Rebates Program on customer choices of LED lamps and the sufficiency of rebate incentives. It also asks about the program's impact on product models carried by companies and overall satisfaction with the program.
an EUL of 5.7 years. The baseline for this lighting product will therefore not increase throughout its EUL and so the equivalent EUL is equal to the EUL of 5.7 years. Non-recessed downlight fixtures Since non-recessed LED downlight fixture...
AI summary The document discusses the Equivalent Useful Life (EUL) of non-recessed LED downlight fixtures, explaining how their baseline energy consumption is affected by changes in regulations and the transition from halogen incandescent lamps to CFL equivalents. The equivalent EUL is calculated to be 6.8 years.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Table 3: Baseline Evolution During the Effective Useful Life of LED A-type Lamps for Downlight Fixtures Halogen Incandescent Halogen CFL Equivalent Baseline and Incandescent Incandescent Am...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses the baseline evolution of LED A-type lamps for recessed downlight fixtures, comparing typical replaced lamps with efficient alternatives and highlighting wattage changes and legislative timelines.
the typical baseline products are already more efficient than the current regulation, which further suggests that a change in regulations would not affect the baseline efficiency in the near future. 8 As imposed by U.S. federal legislation...
AI summary The text discusses the efficiency of baseline products and the evaluation of the Efficient Product Rebates Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It references the use of EUL values for occupancy sensors and cites reports from 2007 and 2008 to justify the 10-year EUL.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Table 5: Revised Equivalent Effective Useful Life Values by Lighting Measure Category
AI summary The document presents a 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, focusing on revised equivalent effective useful life values for lighting measure categories.
2017 DSM Evaluation Report Table 5: Revised Equivalent Effective Useful Life Values by Lighting Measure Category
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report includes Table 5, which presents revised Equivalent Effective Useful Life Values by Lighting Measure Category. This table is relevant to the evaluation of demand-side management programs and their impact on energy efficiency.
14 11.3 8.8 LED Ceiling Mount, LED Surface Mount, LED Solid LED Downlight State Retrofit, LED Fixtures Inseparable Solid State 50,000 4,410 14 or 14.2 11.3 6.8 Luminaire, LED Wall Sconces, LED Wall Sconce Retrofit Outdoor Full-cutoff Wall-...
AI summary The document lists various LED lighting products and their associated rebate amounts under the Efficient Product Rebates Program, managed by Efficiency Nova Scotia, as part of the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report. It includes details on different types of LED fixtures and their corresponding rebate values.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report prepared by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which assesses the performance and impact of the Demand Side Management (DSM) program in Nova Scotia.
60,000 4,380 8 13.7 13.7 Luminaires Parking Garage Luminaires 100 000 4,380 18 22.8 22.8 Stairwell and Passageway Other 60,000 4,380 14 13.7 13.7 Luminaires Project No. 6138 88 Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017...
AI summary The Efficient Product Rebates Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report outlines the establishment of EULs for products other than lighting. These values were derived from technical references and reliable studies, prioritizing data-based estimates.
anual for Energy Conservation Improvement Programs Version 2.1 Final, December 2016. 17 Energy & Resource Solutions. Measure Life Study Report prepared for The Massachusetts Joint Utilities, 2005. Project No. 6138 89 Efficient Product Reba...
AI summary The document discusses the Efficient Product Rebates Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia, including details on air source and air-to-water heat pumps with their respective estimated useful life (EUL) based on studies by GDS Associates from 2007.
PG&E, 2007 18 U.S. Department of Energy, Geothermal Heat Pumps, https://energy.gov/energysaver/heat-and-cool/heat-pump- systems/geothermal-heat-pumps#306534-tab-1 (last accessed February 15, 2018). 19 Illinois Energy Efficiency Stakeholder...
AI summary The document references sources related to energy efficiency, including geothermal heat pumps and technical reference manuals, and mentions the Efficient Product Rebates Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report prepared by Efficiency Nova Scotia, providing an assessment of the demand-side management program in the region.
15 Vermont TRM, 2015 Vertical refrigeration open to closed DEER, 2008 12 cooler conversions Zero energy doors 12 DEER 2008 Solar Solar water heaters 20 ENERGY STAR 24 Electric to natural gas water heating 15 DEER, 2014 Water Heating Heat p...
AI summary The document references various energy efficiency measures and their associated savings algorithms, cost assumptions, and rebates. It includes data from studies and reports on technologies such as solar water heaters and heat pump water heaters, as well as references to efficiency programs like the Efficient Product Rebates and Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report BER: ALGORITHM FOR FREE-RIDERSHIP CALCULATION The figures below present the algorithms for calculating the free-ridership level of BER Mail-in and Instant rebates measures. The participant...
AI summary The document discusses the calculation of free-ridership levels for BER Mail-in and Instant rebates measures through algorithms and participant surveys. The surveys assess various aspects of the program, including planning, quantity, efficiency, timing, cost, and influence, which are used to determine program attribution and free-ridership levels.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report BER: ALGORITHM FOR INTERNAL SPILLOVER CALCULATION Internal spillover for BER Mail-in was measured using a participant survey conducted during the on-site visits. Participants were asked whe...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia discusses the methodology used to calculate internal spillover for the BER Mail-in program. It involved surveying participants to determine if they implemented additional energy efficiency measures outside of the program and quantifying the program's influence on these actions.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report BER: ADJUSTMENT RATIO CALCULATION EXAMPLE This appendix presents a sample calculation to demonstrate the process of revising energy and peak demand savings. Lighting measures accounted for...
AI summary This section of the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report provides an example of how to calculate the adjustment ratio for energy and peak demand savings, focusing on lighting measures under the Business Energy Rebates program. It outlines the algorithms used for calculating annual energy and peak demand savings.
: the interactive effects factor based on the location of the lighting measure › : the coincidence factor › 1,000 : conversion from watts to kilowatts Tracked Savings Calculation For the existing lighting measure, ENS used the lamp wattage...
AI summary The document discusses the calculation of tracked savings for a lighting measure, using wattage data from participant applications and product specifications. It references the replacement of 295 W High Pressure Sodium lamps with 170 W lamps as a specific case.
2017 DSM Evaluation Report Table 7 presents the values used for the specific case of 295 W High Pressure Sodium lamps that were replaced with 170 W lamps.
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report includes Table 7, which presents values related to replacing 295 W High Pressure Sodium lamps with 170 W lamps.
cts Factor (demand) 1 Tracking Report Peak Coincidence Factor 0 Tracking Report Annual Energy Consumption (kWh) 11,700 Calculation Annual Peak Demand (kW) 0 Calculation Tracked Savings Tracked Energy Savings (kWh) 8,603 Tracking Report Tra...
AI summary This document discusses the revised savings calculations for the Efficient Product Rebates program under Efficiency Nova Scotia, based on adjustments to hours of use, lamp quantity, and interactive effects (IE) factors specific to building types. Table 8 outlines the IE factors used for a retail building.
ntified building type. A summary of the IE factors that were used for the measure treated in this example, based on the fact that the measure was located in a retail building, is outlined in Table 8. Table 8: Interactive Effects Factors IE...
AI summary The text discusses interactive effects factors used in energy efficiency calculations, particularly for a retail building. It includes specific percentages for peak demand and energy use related to electrical heating and cooling. The document also references a 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia provides an assessment of the effectiveness of demand-side management programs in the region during that year.
active Effects Factor (demand) 0.7 Industrial Bldg. with Electrical Heating Annual Energy Consumption (kWh) 12,303 Calculation Annual Peak Demand (kW) 0 Calculation Revised Savings Revised Energy Savings (kWh) 7,269 Calculation Revised Dem...
AI summary This document outlines the evaluation of the Custom Incentives Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) initiative. It includes calculations for energy and demand savings, an adjustment ratio algorithm, and references to a final report dated March 15, 2018.
ves Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report ABBREVIATIONS BDM Business development manager BER Business Energy Rebates BNI Business, non-profit and institutional COP Coefficient of performance CRA Corporate Research Assoc...
AI summary The document is the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, focusing on the Custom Incentives Program. It includes abbreviations related to energy efficiency and demand-side management initiatives.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which assesses the performance and impact of demand-side management programs in the region.
y savings. This value takes into account variations in useful life annual energy savings throughout the effective useful life due to increased baselines. Custom Incentives Program iii Custom Incentives Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 D...
AI summary The document discusses the Custom Incentives Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia, focusing on energy savings and variations in useful life and annual energy savings throughout the effective useful life due to increased baselines.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia provides an assessment of the effectiveness of demand-side management programs in the region during 2017.
, that negatively or positively affect the energy savings attributable to a program. Net-to-gross ratio The ratio of net energy savings to gross energy savings. Custom Incentives Program iv Custom Incentives Program Efficiency Nova Scotia...
AI summary The text introduces the Custom Incentives Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia and references the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report, focusing on metrics such as net-to-gross ratio, which measures the effectiveness of energy savings from programs.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia provides an assessment of the Demand Side Management program's performance, including its impact on energy efficiency and customer participation.
Errors arising during the course of all survey activities other than sampling. Non-sampling error Non-sampling errors tend to lead to bias in measurements and are very difficult to quantify. Peak coincidence The percentage of measure deman...
AI summary The text discusses various statistical and measurement concepts relevant to energy efficiency programs, including non-sampling errors, peak coincidence factor, precision, random sampling error, sample size, secondary market impacts, tracked savings, and unitary savings. These terms are essential for evaluating the effectiveness of energy efficiency initiatives.
e-ton capacity Unitary savings of an air-source heat pump) or a participant (e.g., one participant taking part in a behaviour-based program). Custom Incentives Program v Custom Incentives Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation...
AI summary The document discusses the Custom Incentives Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report, focusing on unitary savings and examples such as air-source heat pumps and participant engagement in behavior-based programs.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia provides an assessment of the performance and impact of demand-side management programs in the region during that year.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which evaluates the performance and outcomes of the Demand Side Management (DSM) program in Nova Scotia.
............................. 60 13.2.5 Revised Gross Savings .................................................................................................. 63 13.3 Net-to-gross Ratio ......................................................
AI summary The document outlines the structure of the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report for the Custom Incentives Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia, including sections on gross savings, net-to-gross ratio, and overall savings. It also includes a list of tables summarizing participation and savings data.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia provides an assessment of the effectiveness of demand-side management programs in the province, focusing on their impact and outcomes.
..................................................... 46 Figure 10: Methodological Model ......................................................................................................... 47 Custom Incentives Program viii Custom Inc...
AI summary This report evaluates the 2017 performance of the Custom Incentives Program, a demand-side management initiative by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which includes Custom, Energy Management Information Systems (EMIS), and Strategic Energy Management (SEM). No savings were generated by the SEM component in 2017.
anizations with incentives to help them achieve significant and predictable electricity savings in new BNI buildings, as well as in additions to buildings and major renovations in existing buildings. Custom Incentives Program ix Custom Inc...
AI summary The Custom Incentives Program supports energy efficiency in new and existing buildings through various initiatives. In 2017, the program achieved significant energy and peak demand savings, contributing to reduced greenhouse gas emissions. The program's performance is evaluated over the period from 2011 to 2017.
h. Figure 1 below illustrates the evolution in net energy and peak demand savings at the generator from 2011 through 2017. Figure 1: Overview of Custom Performance, 2011-2017 Net Savings at the Generator 32.930 33.585 33.947 28.638 20.709...
AI summary The document presents an overview of energy and peak demand savings from 2011 to 2017, highlighting the Retrofit service as the primary contributor to savings. It also outlines the evaluation process for the Retrofit service in 2017, including interviews with consultants and participants.
rviewing 10 Retrofit consultants and 15 Retrofit participants in the fall of 2017. Analysis of the data collected has yielded the following findings. Awareness, Outreach and Reasons for Participation Consultants involved in the Retrofit se...
AI summary The analysis of 10 Retrofit consultants and 15 participants highlights that consultants and BDMs are key sources of awareness for the Retrofit service. Participants are motivated by improving energy performance and energy savings. Consultants are involved in all phases of Retrofit projects, and participants are generally satisfied with the delivery process.
study went on to complete an energy-saving project. All participants were satisfied with how their projects progressed, suggesting Retrofit delivery met the needs of participants. Retrofit Successes Consultants were satisfied with Retrofit...
AI summary The Retrofit program under Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) was well-received by participants and consultants, who highlighted satisfaction with technical assistance, interactions with ENS staff, and the overall service. Financial barriers, particularly upfront costs, were the main obstacles to participation. Participants expressed a high likelihood of re-participation in the future.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Suggestions for Retrofit Improvement Perhaps because of the high levels of satisfaction with Retrofit, respondents made few suggestions on how to improve the service. A small number of resp...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia highlights improvements in the Retrofit program, including enhanced project documentation and a closer adjustment ratio to unity. Minor adjustments were made to energy savings calculations, and two projects required special corrections due to implementation issues. Overall, the program saw positive outcomes from implementing 2016 evaluation recommendations.
ted in the final project savings. All the projects reviewed were included in the adjustment ratio calculation, which yielded a value of 0.995 for energy savings, with a margin of error of 1.2 percent. The peak demand savings required more...
AI summary The document discusses adjustments made to energy and peak demand savings calculations, highlighting issues with documentation and measurement procedures. An adjustment ratio of 0.995 was calculated for energy savings, while peak demand savings required more adjustments due to missing data and reliance on assumptions. Four projects lacked proper M&V documentation, affecting 19.4% of energy and 15.9% of peak demand savings.
tor from thoroughly revising the tracked savings of these projects, which accounted for 19.4 percent of the tracked energy savings and 15.9 percent of the peak demand savings of the sampled projects. Custom Incentives Program xii Custom In...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses the net-to-gross ratio (NTGR) for the Retrofit program, using historical free-ridership and spillover data. It calculates energy and peak demand savings, along with associated CO2 emissions reductions and lifetime energy savings.
sent 3,756 tonnes of CO2 eq of avoided greenhouse gas emissions annually. Based on an average EUL of 19.7 years, the net lifetime energy savings were established at 113.288 GWh. Building Optimization In 2017, six projects were completed th...
AI summary The text discusses energy efficiency initiatives in Nova Scotia, including greenhouse gas emission reductions and the Building Optimization service. It highlights the impact of the Custom Incentives Program and mentions the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report The Evaluator conducted in-depth technical review and on-site visits for four of the six Building Optimization projects completed in 2017, which represented all projects completed at the ti...
AI summary An evaluation of the 2017 Building Optimization projects found that documentation gaps and modeling inaccuracies led to significant reductions in reported energy and peak demand savings. The net energy savings for the year were 0.836 GWh, with an estimated 4.599 GWh in net lifetime energy savings based on an average EUL of 5.5 years.
represent 546 tonnes of CO2 eq of avoided greenhouse gas emissions annually. Based on an average EUL of 5.5 years, the net lifetime energy savings were established at 4.599 GWh. Custom Energy Savings Table 3 below compares the total tracke...
AI summary The document discusses energy savings from the Custom Incentives Program, including both tracked and evaluated savings from Retrofit, New Construction, and Building Optimization services. It highlights energy savings of 22.836 GWh and peak demand savings of 2.635 MW, with adjustments made based on evaluation results.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report The evaluated net savings for Custom are 8 percent below the tracked value. This reduction was mostly due to New Construction, which had its gross energy savings reduced by 27 percent this...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report indicates that Custom program net savings are 8% below tracked values, primarily due to a 27% reduction in New Construction energy savings. Retrofit contributed 70% of Custom’s gross savings with minimal adjustments. The report recommends improvements to EMIS and highlights the need for greater implementation of New Construction and Building Optimization services.
kes the following recommendations aimed at improving Custom. Recommendations to improve EMIS are presented further below in this executive summary. The recommendations are also included in Appendix I. 2017-Custom-R1. Continue relying on BD...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report recommends continuing to use Business Development Managers (BDMs) to support participants and identify new markets, noting their success in engaging the aquaculture industry and improving participant satisfaction through outreach and assistance with eligibility and service changes.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which assesses the performance and outcomes of demand-side management programs in the region during that year.
r project implementation, the Evaluator recommends that ENS gather more information about the pre-implementation conditions to support savings evaluation afterwards. Custom Incentives Program xvi Custom Incentives Program Efficiency Nova S...
AI summary The document discusses the Energy Management Information System (EMIS) program, which supports industrial businesses and institutions in achieving energy savings through real-time data analysis and system implementation. The 2017 evaluation of the program was based on documentation reviews, interviews, and project assessments.
based on a program component documentation review, interviews with the program manager and a review of four projects (including phone interviews with participants). EMIS Key Findings EMIS Performance EMIS aimed to achieve 4.0 GWh in net en...
AI summary The EMIS program aimed for 4.0 GWh in net energy savings and 0.1 MW in net peak demand savings in 2017 but achieved 1.402 GWh and 0.255 MW, respectively. The program also avoided 916 tonnes of CO2 eq annually. Four participants consistently reported savings from 2015 to 2017, while three additional projects were in various stages of implementation.
n year or from recent improvements to energy efficiency measures that were initiated in previous evaluation years. These savings are calculated by using the previous year’s situation as the baseline. Custom Incentives Program xviii Custom...
AI summary The Evaluator found that the documentation for the Custom Incentives Program was sufficient but noted the absence of monthly logs to track changes affecting baseline or incentivized projects. Discrepancies between final tracking and annual reports were also identified, with a recommendation to align future tracking with annual reports.
the final tracking and the savings reported in the final annual reports. The Evaluator recommends that from now on, the final tracking sheet be updated with the values presented in the annual reports. As part of the cumulative savings revi...
AI summary The Evaluator recommends updating tracking sheets with annual report data and adjusting baseline calculations for energy savings projects. Adjustments were made for compressed-air projects, and production data should be tracked as an independent variable. Incremental savings calculations were reviewed, and peak demand savings were identified for additional projects.
in peak demand savings. For the two projects with incremental savings calculated by the service provider, the Evaluator found that the incremental baselines used by the service provider were adequate. Free-ridership and spillover effects w...
AI summary The document evaluates the energy savings from the Custom Incentives Program under EMIS. It confirms that the incremental baselines used by the service provider were adequate and assumes no free-ridership or spillover effects due to limited market penetration. The net savings were equal to the gross savings, as confirmed by participant interviews.
Tracked Savings 0.137 MW 0.137 MW 1.00 0.137 MW Evaluation Results 0.137 MW 0.255 MW 1.00 0.255 MW In 2017, the Evaluator did not adjust the incremental savings of the two projects for which a proper incremental baseline approach was used...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Program Evaluation Report highlights a 20% reduction in energy savings due to changes in evaluation methods and the addition of peak demand savings to two projects. The Evaluator found that EMIS was effectively delivered, with high participant satisfaction and additional savings in the second or third year of participation.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report 2017 EMIS-R1. Ensure that the tracking sheet is complete and accurate. While reviewing the project documentation, the Evaluator found several discrepancies between the savings figures repor...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia found discrepancies between savings figures in the tracking sheet and annual reports. It also noted that peak demand savings were not tracked in the tracking sheet and recommended updating the tracking sheet with final values from annual reports.
tor recommends that, from now on, the final tracking sheet be updated with the final values documented in the annual reports and that annual peak demand savings be tracked. 2017 EMIS-R2. Design baseline regressions and plan M&V activities...
AI summary The text discusses the need for accurate savings calculations in energy efficiency programs, highlighting an issue where a change in production time was not documented, affecting savings estimates. It recommends proactive tracking of variables and planning for M&V activities to ensure baseline accuracy.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report INTRODUCTION Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) is a franchise held by EfficiencyOne4 and is responsible for helping Nova Scotians improve the energy efficiency of their homes and workplaces. ENS...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) is responsible for designing and delivering energy efficiency programs, funded by Nova Scotia Power and the Province of Nova Scotia. Econoler was commissioned to evaluate ENS’s 2017 demand-side management (DSM) program portfolio and assess the impact of energy efficiency codes and standards in Nova Scotia.
codes and standards introduced in Nova Scotia. To carry out this assignment, Econoler collaborated with Research Into Action, Equilibrium Engineering,Corporate Research Associates (CRA) and Technosim. Econoler served as team leader in the...
AI summary Econoler led a 2017 evaluation of Nova Scotia's DSM programs, collaborating with several organizations. The evaluation included process evaluations, on-site visits, and impact assessments, resulting in reports on energy savings and emissions reductions. EfficiencyOne became a franchise of ENS in 2015.
ns performed for each program component. 4 On January 1, 2015, ENS became a franchise owned by the Province of Nova Scotia and was licensed to the new not-for- profit organization EfficiencyOne. Custom Incentives Program 1 Custom Incentive...
AI summary This document discusses the transition of Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) into a franchise owned by the Province of Nova Scotia and its licensing to EfficiencyOne, as well as the evaluation of program components under the Custom Incentives Program in 2016 and 2017.
tions The process evaluation specifically targets the Retrofit service of the Custom program component. Due to the start date of the latest Strategic Energy Management (SEM) cohort, SEM did not have any participants who achieved savings in...
AI summary The evaluation report focuses on the Custom Incentives program, specifically the Retrofit service, and includes market and impact evaluations for the Custom and EMIS components. A process evaluation was added for Retrofit in 2017 due to its significant savings and lack of recent review.
financing to help reduce their electricity consumption and demand. Custom includes a number of different services. The current suite of services offered through Custom can be broken down as follows: › Retrofit › New Construction › Building...
AI summary The Custom program offers services like Retrofit, New Construction, and Building Optimization to help eligible organizations reduce electricity consumption. Retrofit has two tracks based on annual energy usage, with different requirements and expected savings. New Construction focuses on energy efficiency in new and renovated buildings.
signed in such a way as to get the participant involved from the preliminary design stage in order to have the energy efficiency measures effectively implemented and achieve maximum energy savings. Custom 3 Custom Incentives Program Effici...
AI summary The Building Optimization program, formerly known as Existing Building Commissioning, aims to achieve energy and peak demand savings by implementing no-cost or low-cost energy efficiency measures through a recommissioning process. It involves two stages and requires specific application documents and a measurement and verification report.
e Evaluator for its improvement. Table 6 below provides a brief summary of the implementation status of each recommendation presented in the executive summary section of the 2016 evaluation report. Custom 4 Custom Incentives Program Effici...
AI summary The text references the implementation status of recommendations from the 2016 evaluation report, specifically focusing on the Custom Incentives Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report.
port Table 6: Implementation Status of the Recommendations in the 2016 Executive Summary 2016 Recommendations for Custom Status 2016 Custom-R1 - Develop tools to help service providers better promote and deliver Implemented Building Optimi...
AI summary ENS has implemented five out of six recommendations from the 2016 Executive Summary, including tools for promoting building optimization and new methods for calculating interactive effects in Retrofit lighting projects. One recommendation remains deferred.
used for calculating interactive effects in Retrofit lighting projects (Recommendation 2016 Custom-R3) was implemented in 2017 and will continue to be applied to all new lighting projects from now on. To implement Recommendation 2016 Custo...
AI summary ENS has implemented several recommendations related to energy efficiency programs, including updating the calculation method for Retrofit lighting projects, developing marketing materials for Building Optimization, and creating tools and guides to improve the estimation of peak demand savings in M&V plans.
mplates and tools to be used by Retrofit staff and the service providers to achieve better accuracy. These tools include a site visit checklist, a peak demand savings guide and a general M&V guide. Custom 5 Custom Incentives Program Effici...
AI summary The document discusses the Custom Incentives Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report. It outlines changes made in 2017 to improve participation in the New Construction category, including requirements for kick-off meetings, incentive adjustments, and baseline alignment with the 2015 NECB. Follow-up monitoring is planned for Q1 2018.
da for Buildings (NECB). ENS will be following up with consultants and participants in Q1 2018, and monitoring any changes in New Construction participation. 1.3 Participation History Retrofit In 2017, a total of 64 projects achieved savin...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report highlights participation in the Retrofit program, noting 64 projects achieved savings, with a decrease in project numbers and gross energy savings compared to previous years. This was attributed to smaller project sizes in 2017. Prior to 2014, many lighting projects were completed through Retrofit instead of other ENS programs.
2017 DSM Evaluation Report Figure 3: Overview of Participation in Retrofit (2011-2017) Participation Gross Savings 32.606 31.803 28.771 269.000 22.547 233.136 235.243 20.656 234.366 15.835 210.990 212.384 182.129 17.537 46 132 124 110 86 5...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report provides an overview of participation in retrofit programs from 2011 to 2017, including the number of completed projects, gross savings, and energy and peak demand savings over the same period.
Energy Savings (GWh) Gross savings per completed project Peak Demand Savings (MW) (MWh) As Figure 4 below illustrates, Retrofit projects were not concentrated in any one single type of measure and were comprised of various measures. Of all...
AI summary The document outlines the distribution of Retrofit projects completed in 2017, highlighting that HVAC, compressed air, and refrigeration were the most common measures implemented, accounting for 27%, 27%, and 22% respectively. This contrasts with 2016, where refrigeration measures were less common.
Custom 2% Renewable 2% 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% Custom 7 Custom Incentives Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report New Construction A total of seven New Construction projects reported savings in 2017, of which six were com...
AI summary In 2017, seven New Construction projects participated in the Custom Incentives Program, with six completed and one reporting partial savings. Energy savings varied significantly due to the small number of projects. Since 2014, a new savings calculation methodology has been adopted, considering the original design intent of participants rather than current practices, leading to changes in energy savings calculations.
Energy Savings (GWh) Gross energy savings per completed Demand Savings (MW) project (MWh) Building Optimization A total of seven Building Optimization projects reported savings in 2017, of which six were completed and one reported partial...
AI summary In 2017, seven Building Optimization projects were completed, generating less energy savings per project compared to previous years. One project in 2015 was a full-scale recommissioning that significantly impacted average savings. Building Optimization was paused in 2016 for structural and branding changes by ENS, which had a modest effect on participation in 2017.
icipation in Building Optimization (2014-2017) Participation Gross Savings 1.690 241.429 276.400 1.382 152.500 6 7 5 0.836 0.610 4 108.203 0.071 0.032 2014 2015 2016 2017 2014 2015 2016 2017 Number of completed projects Energy Savings (GWh...
AI summary The document outlines the methodology used in the 2017 Custom evaluation, focusing on Retrofit, New Construction, and Building Optimization services. It references the Custom Incentives Program and Efficiency Nova Scotia, and includes data on participation and energy savings from 2014 to 2017.
e prepared. Once the program manager meeting and the program component documentation review were completed, specific evaluation activities were undertaken, as described in the following sub-sections. For evaluation activities that yield qu...
AI summary The text discusses the evaluation activities conducted for the Custom Incentives Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report. It outlines the statistical approach used, aiming for a 10% margin of error at a 90% confidence level, while noting that this only accounts for random sampling errors and not biases or data entry issues.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report As part of this evaluation, the Evaluator calculated the margin of error for survey samples, free-ridership levels, in-service rates and savings adjustment ratios where applicable. The marg...
AI summary This section of the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report outlines the methods used to evaluate Efficiency Nova Scotia's programs, including calculating margins of error, conducting interviews with Retrofit consultants and participants, and performing technical reviews and on-site visits for a sample of participants.
s In the fall of 2017, a full technical review of the project documentation and on-site visits were carried out for a sample of 2017 Retrofit, New Construction and Building Optimization participants. A total of 26 Retrofit projects were re...
AI summary In 2017, a technical review of 26 Retrofit and 5 New Construction projects participated in the Custom Incentives Program was conducted, including on-site visits and interviews to validate equipment specifications and collect participant feedback.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report The Evaluator also reviewed four Building Optimization projects by conducting a technical review of the project documentation and on-site visits so as to make recommendations on the methodo...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) includes a technical review of Building Optimization projects, simulation model verification for New Construction projects, and a literature review to examine Effective Useful Life (EUL) values used in calculating lifetime energy savings. Free-ridership was considered negligible, and on-site visits were conducted to validate assumptions and collect participant feedback.
lifetime energy savings, the Evaluator conducted a thorough literature review by consulting TRMs, evaluation reports and relevant studies. This activity was conducted for all three Custom services. Custom 12 Custom Incentives Program Effic...
AI summary The Retrofit service under the Custom Incentives Program is functioning well according to feedback from participants, consultants, and the ENS Retrofit manager. Consultants are experienced with ENS program components and have varying numbers of custom projects in progress.
e. These respondents reported having from one to eight custom projects in the pipeline across various phases in 2017 (Table 7). Table 7: Overview of Consultant Respondents Reported Custom Respondent Consultant Type Years Aware of Custom Pr...
AI summary The text discusses consultant respondents involved in energy efficiency programs, noting their awareness and involvement in custom projects related to building engineering, energy performance contracting, lighting, refrigeration, HVAC, and wholesaling. Most respondents are senior technical staff or business owners, and they became aware of the Retrofit service through general industry knowledge.
awareness. For example, one respondent noted 30 years’ experience and assumed there are efficiency programs in any place they work and could not tell how they specifically became aware of Retrofit. Custom 13 Custom Incentives Program Effic...
AI summary The document discusses the Custom Incentives Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia, highlighting participant diversity and project types. It notes that industrial participants completed air audit and upgrade projects, and three participants completed two Custom projects of the same type.
1 P10 Retail Bldg. Renovation 100 to 499 2 P4 Agriculture Aquaculture/Refrig. 100 to 499 1 3.2 Retrofit Awareness, Outreach, and Rationale for Participation Most participants were aware of the Retrofit service prior to their recent partici...
AI summary The Retrofit service has been known to most participants for at least two years, with awareness coming from various sources such as consultants, BDMs, and Nova Scotia Power. The report is part of the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Service awareness sources may change in subsequent years based on ENS’s additional outreach efforts beginning in 2017. According to the program manager, an emphasis on outreach efforts led...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report highlights increased project initiation due to enhanced outreach efforts and the addition of new BDMs, focusing on specific industries like aquaculture. Retrofit projects were primarily driven by performance improvements and long-term cost savings, with fewer participants motivated by environmental reasons.
vels. Lowering utility bills for long-term savings was also a popular reason to participate (10), and far fewer participated for environmental reasons (2), such as a desire to reduce greenhouse gases. 3.3 Retrofit Delivery Consultants repo...
AI summary The text discusses participant motivations for energy efficiency programs, noting that cost savings were a primary driver, while environmental concerns were less common. It also covers the role of consultants in retrofit projects, including variations in their involvement across different phases, and clarifies that BDMs provide a list of potential consultants rather than direct referrals.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report › Feasibility - Nine of the 10 respondents reported preparing feasibility studies and these nine characterized this phase as the key aspect of their participation in projects and the key va...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report details the roles of consultants in the DSM process, highlighting their involvement in feasibility studies, implementation through subcontractors, and limited participation in measurement and verification, with some firms citing resource constraints.
is typically in the purview of the installer. Another respondent explained that M&V is difficult for their firm to complete because they do not have the resources to complete this phase. The type of support participants receive from their...
AI summary The text discusses the challenges and varying levels of consultant support in energy efficiency projects. Single system projects require less interaction with consultants, while longer-term, multi-measure projects involve more consistent communication and coordination throughout the project lifecycle.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report One participant provided an example of how a consultant delivered good service. In this case, the consultant provided the participant with an initial incentive estimate that turned out to b...
AI summary A participant praised a consultant's service for delivering accurate and transparent estimates, even when initial estimates were significantly different from final ones. The consultant's communication and flexibility in scheduling contributed to a positive experience. Most participants who receive studies proceed with Retrofit projects, with about 85% completing them.
to complete a Retrofit project. According to service staff, about 85 percent of completed studies result in a Retrofit project and some portion of the remaining 15 percent may result in BER projects. Consultants reported the M&V phase gene...
AI summary The document discusses the Retrofit and BER project completion rates, with 85% of studies resulting in Retrofit projects. Consultants generally report satisfaction with the M&V process, though some use their own tools. Retrofit successes are noted, with consultants praising service requirements and business expansion opportunities, though one found the process challenging for smaller projects.
lt for their firm because their firm tends to do smaller scale single measure projects ($30,000 to $60,000) that do not warrant spending the time and resources needed to do the engineering studies. Custom 17 Custom Incentives Program Effic...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report highlights positive feedback from consultants and participants regarding the Custom Incentives Program managed by Efficiency Nova Scotia. Consultants appreciate the support from the Business Development team and note that the service has helped expand their project offerings. Participants are satisfied with the project process and specific service elements.
of these two participants reported, unprompted, that they would like to have regular contact with someone like a BDM to help their firm identify additional projects. 8 See footnote on page 15. Custom 18 Custom Incentives Program Efficiency...
AI summary The report highlights positive feedback from participants who worked with a BDM (Business Development Manager) in the Custom Incentives Program, noting their satisfaction with the BDM's responsiveness and support in identifying energy-saving projects. Most participants are planning future ENS (Energy Nova Scotia) projects, while one participant indicated no immediate plans due to a recent Retrofit project.
me to implement the measures. The Evaluator did not explicitly ask participants about barriers to proceeding with projects and no participants suggested barriers to proceeding with a project. Custom 19 Custom Incentives Program Efficiency...
AI summary The document discusses the lack of barriers identified by participants in implementing measures, and suggests ways to improve service outreach and increase participation in the Custom Incentives Program through suggestions from six participants, three consultants, and the program manager.
pants, three consultants, and the program manager suggested ways to improve service outreach and processes. To improve service outreach and increase participation, respondents suggested the following. › Two participants and one consultant...
AI summary Respondents suggest improving service outreach and processes for ENS. Suggestions include greater promotion, training for facilities staff, and focusing on non-lighting projects. ENS is working on identifying market-specific measures and has specialists in areas such as refrigeration, aquaculture, and industrial applications.
applications, including compressed air. These specialists have been helpful in supporting participants in these specific areas. To improve service processes, respondents suggested the following. › Two consultant respondents noted that Retr...
AI summary Respondents suggest that the Retrofit program is not effective for small projects with savings between $2,000 and $5,000 due to the costs of studies and M&V. Some respondents also recommend expanding efficiency services to include gas, oil, and water projects beyond ENS's current focus on electric projects.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report 4 RETROFIT IMPACT EVALUATION The objective of the 2017 Retrofit impact evaluation was to determine the service’s gross and net electrical energy and peak demand savings. As explained in the...
AI summary The 2017 Retrofit impact evaluation aimed to assess the energy and peak demand savings from completed and ongoing projects. The evaluation sampled 26 projects from a total of 46 completed projects, excluding those with partial savings. The sample was selected to ensure representation across various measure categories and included larger projects.
and in previous years. Instead, the Evaluator made an effort to ensure that the selected projects represented a variety of measure categories and to sample a higher proportion of the largest projects. The project sample included projects f...
AI summary The Evaluator selected a diverse sample of 46 completed projects across various measure categories (excluding renewables) to ensure representation and accurate adjustment ratios. Gross savings are tracked by ENS for each project, and this section summarizes adjustments made to specific projects.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Project Review Findings The final tracked gross energy and peak demand savings results for Retrofit 2017 were reviewed and adjusted by the Evaluator. The overall adjustment ratios for energ...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report reviewed and adjusted energy and peak demand savings for Retrofit 2017 projects. Compressed-air projects saw a significant increase, becoming the largest single-measure category, and adjustments were made for compressed-air and 'other' categories.
indicated in the verification report, for which no supporting measurement or power factor value was available. These adjustments resulted in a small reduction in peak demand savings for both projects. Adjustments made to the compressed-air...
AI summary The verification report identified missing measurement data, leading to small reductions in peak demand savings. Adjustments to compressed-air projects had ratios comparable to the overall sample. The Evaluator recommends implementing a change-tracking document to update the demand-side management data system.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Adjustments Made to Other Retrofit Projects Those projects in the “other Retrofit” category involved a mixture of process, motor/drive, refrigeration, HVAC and insulation measures. Of the 1...
AI summary This report evaluates adjustments made to energy savings for 'other Retrofit' projects under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation. Energy savings adjustments were minor, with an overall ratio of 0.996, while peak demand adjustments were more significant, resulting in a ratio of 0.741. One project had a major adjustment due to an incorrect temperature assumption in the M&V data.
ied. Because the annual savings for this project were small in comparison to the other four projects, this project’s adjustment factor of 0.490 had no significant impact on the overall category ratio. The largest reduction in peak demand s...
AI summary The text discusses adjustments made to peak demand savings calculations for a project, including a reduction due to incorrect assumptions about refrigeration equipment, a conservative estimate based on average load measurements, and a significant adjustment based on average demand differences between design options.
nning as part of a continuous process, the average demand was reasonable and representative. This was a large adjustment because the consultant had not claimed any peak demand savings for the project. The documentation of the “other retrof...
AI summary The evaluation of the Custom Incentives Program under the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report found that documentation was generally sufficient, but adjustments were needed due to discrepancies in project details and equipment changes. A change-tracking process could improve accuracy and reduce large scope changes.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report General Findings Since the adjustment ratios for the compressed-air and other projects were not statistically different, the Evaluator calculated the ratios for all projects together. The a...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia found that the energy savings adjustment ratio was 0.995 with a 1.2% margin of error, while the peak demand savings adjustment ratio was 1.000 after a one-time adjustment. Four projects lacked sufficient M&V documentation, accounting for 19.4% of energy savings and 16.4% of peak demand savings, making accurate adjustments difficult.
Evaluator did not encounter any dual-baseline case. While the dual-baseline could occur with future Retrofit projects or non-sampled projects, cases involving the dual-baseline do not seem common. Custom 25 Custom Incentives Program Effici...
AI summary The evaluator found no dual-baseline cases in the current Retrofit projects or non-sampled projects. An average adjustment ratio was calculated for the EUL values of sampled projects to extrapolate results to all participants.
usted net savings claimed over the years and (2) the true-up amount is equivalent to the total tracked project savings multiplied by the adjustment ratio determined for the year of project completion. The savings results are listed under t...
AI summary The text explains how true-up adjustments are calculated based on tracked project savings and an adjustment ratio, with examples provided for different project categories, including multi-year projects completed in 2017.
M Evaluation Report Table 10: Example of a True-up Adjustment 2015 2016 2017 Total Tracked Savings (kWh) 495,833.000 522,280.000 108,358.000 1,126,471.000 Year-specific Adjustment Ratio 1.002 1.038 0.995 Revised Savings Prior to True-up (k...
AI summary This text discusses the application of true-up adjustments to energy savings from multi-year projects completed in 2017, resulting in revised estimates of gross energy and peak demand savings for Retrofit. The adjustments affect the total savings reported across multiple years.
Table 11: Revised Gross Energy and Peak Demand Savings for Retrofit Final Savings for Final Partial Projects Started Savings for Total Savings and Completed Multi-year in 2017 Projects Number of Projects 18 39 7 64 Energy Savings Tracked G...
AI summary This table presents revised gross energy and peak demand savings for retrofit projects, including tracked energy savings, adjustments, and lifetime energy savings at both the meter and generator levels. The data covers various categories of projects and provides detailed metrics on energy and demand savings.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report For 2017, Retrofit generated 14.418 GWh in net energy savings and 1.045 MW in net peak demand savings at the generator. The results obtained are listed in Table 12 below. Overall, using the...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia shows that Retrofit generated 14.418 GWh in net energy savings and 1.045 MW in net peak demand savings. Using a Nova Scotia-specific factor, these savings are estimated to avoid 9,415 tonnes of CO2 eq annually, with a total lifetime energy savings of 196.090 GWh over 13.6 years.
). Emera Inc., Management’s Discussion & Analysis As at February 10, 2017, http://investors.emera.com/Cache/1500095769.PDF?Y=&O=PDF&D=&fid=1500095769&T=&iid=4072693 (Last accessed December 17, 2017). Custom 29 Custom Incentives Program Eff...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report highlights high satisfaction with the New Construction program among participants, who praised ENS's flexibility and collaboration. However, challenges in understanding technical information about energy-efficient measures were noted, with one participant suggesting improvements in providing clearer technical information.
and one did not since he was very satisfied and could not think of anything that should be improved. The participant who provided improvement suggestions indicated that it would be helpful for ENS to: › Better communicate technical informa...
AI summary The 2017 New Construction impact evaluation aimed to assess energy and peak demand savings. The evaluation reviewed five of six completed projects in 2017, including one multi-year project, and found that four projects were started and completed in 2017 with final savings claims made in the same year.
probably because the conversion from gas to electricity consumption was not 12 This effectively means that electricity savings resulting from fuel-switching are considered under New Construction. Custom 31 Custom Incentives Program Efficie...
AI summary The document discusses issues with the calculation of energy savings in New Construction projects, particularly related to fuel-switching and efficient appliances. Adjustments are recommended to account for interactive effects and heating system capacities, which significantly reduced the evaluated energy savings for two projects by 38 and 43 percent.
°C (corresponding to the actual temperature of the lobster tank water) to establish a more representative COP. Along with other minor adjustments, this resulted in a downward adjustment of 29 percent. The last project for which heat pump m...
AI summary The text discusses adjustments made to heat pump models in a multi-unit residential building, leading to a 25% reduction in estimated energy savings. The adjustments were made to better represent the actual performance of the systems, including the use of monitoring data to obtain a yearly COP for modeling purposes.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Overall, the revised energy savings for all five reviewed projects were 30 percent below the tracked value. As for peak demand savings, they were increased by a ratio of 3.41. To establish...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report found that revised energy savings for five projects were 30% below tracked values, with peak demand savings increased by a ratio of 3.41. Savings were influenced by fuel-switching, which relies on participant declarations, and greenhouse gas emission reductions were not fully accounted for in the evaluation.
e Report Residential and Commercial/Industrial Lighting and HVAC Measures, June 2007. 15 Energy & Resource Solutions. Measure Life Study Report prepared for The Massachusetts Joint Utilities, 2005. Custom 34 Custom Incentives Program Effic...
AI summary The document presents a 2017 DSM Evaluation Report for Efficiency Nova Scotia's Custom Incentives Program, focusing on revised gross energy and peak demand savings for new construction projects, including partial projects started in 2017 and multi-year projects.
Number of Projects 1 5 1 7 Energy Savings Tracked Gross Energy Savings – at Meter (GWh) 2.375 4.405 0.261 7.041 Adjustment Ratio for Energy Savings 1.000 0.758 0.571 - Gross Energy Savings – at Meter (GWh) 2.375 3.339 0.149 5.862 True-up A...
AI summary The text provides a detailed table of energy and demand savings metrics across multiple projects, including tracked energy savings, adjustment ratios, gross energy savings at different points, and peak demand savings. It includes metrics such as effective useful life and line loss factors, reflecting energy efficiency program performance.
1.060 1.064 1.064 - Gross Demand Savings – at Generator (MW) 1.007 1.194 0.319 2.520 6.2 Net-to-gross Ratio Because New Construction bases its savings on the difference between a participant-specific baseline (the hypothetical building tha...
AI summary The document discusses the calculation of net savings for the New Construction program under the Custom Incentives Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It explains that net savings are calculated using a net-to-gross ratio (NTGR) of 1.00, resulting in 5.751 GWh in net energy savings and 2.520 MW in net demand savings at the generator for 2017.
etailed information regarding the process, as well as technical support for implementing energy-efficiency measures; and › Ensure more stability in staffing to allow smooth collaboration. Custom 37 Custom Incentives Program Efficiency Nova...
AI summary The 2017 Building Optimization impact evaluation assesses the gross and net electrical energy and peak demand savings from the program. Six projects were completed in 2017, with all claiming final savings. Three projects overlapped with Retrofit and were reclassified as Retrofit.
, the Evaluator performed a detailed technical review of four of the six Building Optimization projects completed in 2017, which were all the projects completed by the time this evaluation took place. In preparation for the on-site visits,...
AI summary The Evaluator conducted a technical review of four Building Optimization projects completed in 2017, analyzing project files, key variables, and conducting on-site visits to validate implementation and revise savings estimates based on collected information.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Project Review Findings Of the four Building Optimization projects reviewed in 2017, the Evaluator made downward adjustments to the energy savings for three of the projects and to the peak...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report reviewed four Building Optimization projects and found that three had energy savings adjusted downward due to incorrect engineering equations leading to energy imbalances. One project's baseline cooling tower operation hours were reduced, significantly lowering its energy savings by 37%.
secase hours of operation were reduced to 50 percent of the time for only the cooling season (6 months). This adjustment had a significant impact, reducing this project’s energy savings by 37 percent. The other project whose energy savings...
AI summary The analysis discusses adjustments made to energy savings in three projects. The first project's savings were reduced by 37% due to reduced operation hours. The second project's savings were reduced by 28% due to seasonal variations in DHW load. The third project's savings were reduced by 7% due to adjustments in fan operation. The overall adjustment ratio was 0.807.
were turned off, based on the information collected on site. This had a limited impact of 7 percent on this project. Overall, the adjustment ratio applied to the savings of sampled projects was 0.807. Peak demand savings were tracked for t...
AI summary The evaluation of the Custom Incentives Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report indicates that adjustments were made to energy and peak demand savings based on a sample of four projects. The overall adjustment ratios were 0.807 for energy savings and 0.526 for peak demand savings, with non-reviewed projects having an adjustment ratio of 1.0.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report The Evaluator found that the scope of projects reviewed in 2017 varied widely. While some projects included a scoping study which relied on advanced metering methods to identify deep saving...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report highlights variability in project scope, noting some projects focused on basic maintenance rather than full building optimization. The Evaluator adjusted basecase values to avoid overestimating savings and warned about potential free ridership. Interactive effects and effective useful life were also considered in the evaluation.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report A study by SBW Consulting on retrocommissioning projects18 found that the EUL values of recommissioning measures ranged from 3 years to 15 years. This study established EUL values for vario...
AI summary A 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia discusses the Effective Useful Life (EUL) of retrocommissioning measures, recommending an average EUL of 5.5 years for Building Optimization. The report also outlines revised gross savings for energy and peak demand, with total energy savings estimated at 4.599 GWh.
0.071 18 Roberts J. and Tso B. (SBW Consulting), Do Savings from Retrocommissioning Last? Results from an Effective Useful Life Study, ACEEE Summer Study on Energy Efficiency in Buildings, 2010. Custom 41 Custom Incentives Program Efficien...
AI summary The report discusses the Net-to-Gross Ratio (NTGR) of 1.00 applied to Building Optimization projects, citing low free-ridership due to low participation and participant feedback indicating reliance on the program for energy-efficiency measures.
installed only a portion of the measures. Also, no participant had ever conducted any full commissioning project, except for one who did with the help of ENS, in another Building Optimization project. 8.3 Net Savings Since the NTGR is assu...
AI summary The report discusses the installation of energy efficiency measures in Building Optimization projects, noting that full commissioning has been limited. Net savings for 2017 are calculated as 0.836 GWh in energy savings and 0.071 MW in peak demand savings, resulting in 546 tonnes of avoided CO2 eq annually, using a Nova Scotia-specific emissions factor.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report 9 OVERALL SAVINGS FOR CUSTOM Table 16 below compares the total tracked and evaluated savings for the Custom program component, which includes savings from the Retrofit, New Construction and...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report compares tracked and evaluated savings for the Custom program component, including Retrofit, New Construction, and Building Optimization services. It highlights energy savings and peak demand savings with adjustments based on the Net-to-Gross Ratio (NTGR).
0.97 3.637 MW The NTGR was different for each component. The NTGRs listed in this table match the rounded averages obtained by dividing the net savings by the adjusted gross savings. The evaluated net savings for Custom are 8 percent below...
AI summary The document discusses the NTGR (Net-to-Gross Ratio) for the Custom Incentives Program, noting differences between evaluated and tracked net savings. The reduction in New Construction's energy savings significantly impacted the overall results, while Retrofit had minimal adjustments. The EMIS program evaluation is also mentioned, following up on 2016 recommendations.
Information Systems (EMIS) evaluation results. This section describes the EMIS program component, follows up on the 2016 evaluation recommendations and gives an overview of the participation history. 10.1 Description EMIS offers incentives...
AI summary The EMIS program provides incentives for the implementation of energy management information systems to help industrial businesses and institutions reduce electricity consumption. It was introduced as a pilot in 2012 and became a stand-alone component in 2015. Eligibility requires resources, commitment, and expertise to complete all stages of an EMIS project.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report 10.2 Follow-up on 2016 Evaluation Report Recommendations The EMIS component was evaluated in 2016 and recommendations were made by the Evaluator for its improvement. Table 17 below provides...
AI summary This section of the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses the follow-up on recommendations from the 2016 EMIS evaluation. Three of the five recommendations were fully implemented in 2017, including promoting EMIS to new participants and encouraging integration between EMIS and SEM.
expand the use of their EMIS: additional measures are being implemented for one project; the other project is at the stage of analysis. Therefore, the Evaluator considers 2016 EMIS-R4 as implemented. Regarding 2016 EMIS-R5, non-routine adj...
AI summary The document discusses the implementation of EMIS (Energy Management Information Systems) in the Custom Incentives Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS). It notes that EMIS-R4 was fully implemented in 2016, while EMIS-R5 was only partially implemented due to missing monthly logs and non-routine adjustments. In 2017, only four participants generated savings, as three new participants were still in the assessment or implementation phase.
vings (MW) 3.786 2.018 0.255 1.402 0.082 2015 2016 2017 2015 2016 2017 20 Throughout this report, gross and net savings are incremental savings. Cumulative savings are presented for reference purposes but are not used as final evaluated re...
AI summary The document outlines the methodology used in the 2017 EMIS evaluation, including program documentation review, interviews with the program manager, project reviews, and analysis of effective useful life data from continuing participants.
ected to be completed after the current evaluation cycle. The Evaluator then reviewed the baseline and the incremental baseline to ensure that the 2017 cumulative and incremental savings were valid. Custom 47 Custom Incentives Program Effi...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses the validation of cumulative and incremental savings, the assumption of nil free-ridership based on 2015 participant interviews, and a literature review of EUL values used by ENS. It also outlines the EMIS Market Evaluation section.
a 2017 DSM Evaluation Report 12 EMIS MARKET EVALUATION This section describes participants’ perspectives on EMIS. 12.1 Participants’ Perspectives As part of the EMIS phone interviews, the four participants were asked questions regarding th...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses participants' perspectives on EMIS, highlighting high satisfaction with the system's data utility and support, while noting some challenges with installation and sensor performance. Participants offered suggestions for improvement.
cipants made suggestions on how to improve EMIS, and one did not (due to being very satisfied and unable to think of anything that should be improved). The participants made the following suggestions: › Help develop a growth and sustainabi...
AI summary The document discusses participant feedback on improving EMIS, including suggestions for employee engagement, involving maintenance staff, and accelerating installation processes. It also references the 2017 EMIS impact evaluation, which assesses energy and peak demand savings from EMIS projects.
mentation of an energy conservation measure. The definitions marked with an asterisk are taken from the International Performance Measurement and Verification Protocol.21 13.2 Gross Savings This section describes the methodology used to re...
AI summary This section outlines the methodology used to review four EMIS projects that generated energy savings in 2017, focusing on gross savings and interactive effects, as part of the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report 13.2.1 Project Review Methodology In 2016, the Evaluator made a distinction between the cumulative energy savings tracked by ENS and incremental energy savings, and recommended that ENS tra...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses the methodology used to evaluate energy savings from Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) projects, distinguishing between cumulative and incremental savings. The report focuses on incremental savings for impact evaluation, with cumulative savings presented for informational purposes. The Evaluator used M&V reports and EMIS data to assess peak demand savings.
the operating modes usually occurring in the defined peak period and the demand data, if available, from the energy management information system. 13.2.2 Project Review Findings Documentation Review In preparation for the phone interviews,...
AI summary The document discusses the evaluation of the Custom Incentives Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report. It outlines the review of project documentation, including the EMIS tracking sheet and annual savings reports, to assess energy efficiency measures and savings calculations.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report For three of the four projects, ENS provided the Evaluator with annual savings reports and corresponding EMIS savings calculation workbooks prepared by the service provider. As for the proj...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) provided evaluation documentation for DSM projects in 2017, including annual savings reports and EMIS workbooks. One project faced communication issues due to a failed virtual private network, leading to reliance on monthly Excel workbooks for energy savings reporting. The Evaluator used these workbooks to verify savings and calculate peak demand savings based on monthly data.
to establish the adjusted baselines. As for the remaining two projects, the Evaluator relied on both last year’s and this year’s savings calculation workbooks to calculate actual incremental savings. While reviewing the project documentati...
AI summary The Evaluator reviewed four EMIS projects and found discrepancies between savings figures in the final tracking sheet and annual reports. The Evaluator recommends updating the tracking sheet with values from the annual reports for accuracy.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia provides an assessment of the Demand Side Management program's performance and outcomes during the year 2017.
d of 2015, the compressed-air measure was extended to Saturdays at the end of the production shift. By establishing separate baselines for Saturdays and Sundays, the original baseline consumption of Energy Management Information Systems 54...
AI summary The compressed-air measure was extended to Saturdays at the end of the production shift, and baseline consumption was adjusted for weekends. Increased production hours on weekends in 2017 affected energy savings, necessitating a routine adjustment to baseline consumption based on weekend production levels. The Evaluator recommends tracking production data as an independent variable for baseline regression.
ised compressor baseline changes made by the Evaluator. The incremental energy savings of the other three projects ranged from 23 percent to 58 percent of their cumulative energy savings respectively. Incremental peak demand savings were c...
AI summary The document discusses incremental energy and peak demand savings from various projects, highlighting the need for standardized tracking methods. Adjustments to baseline consumption data resulted in increased incremental savings, and the Evaluator recommends using 2017 data to track 2018 savings more accurately.
avings Ratio Adjustment Type Cause Ratio Type (kWh) (kWh) (kW) (kW) Addition of savings Savings had not 1 1,110,807 1,110,807 1.00 NA NA 0.0 16.6 - for one measure been calculated Addition of savings Savings had not 2 595,559 595,559 1.00...
AI summary The table presents data on energy savings ratios and adjustments for various measures, including the addition of savings for specific projects and adjustments for non-routine custom retrofit projects. It highlights discrepancies in savings calculations and baseline impacts.
measure baseline 4 3,513,784 3,513,784 1.00 NA NA 438.2 438.2 1.00 NA NA Energy Management Information Systems 58 Custom Incentives Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Table 21: Summary of Adjustments Made to Gross Tr...
AI summary The text presents a table summarizing adjustments made to gross tracked incremental savings in the context of a 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia. The table includes energy savings and peak demand savings, along with adjustment ratios and types.
Cause Ratio Type Ratio (kWh) (kWh) (kW) (kW) Addition of savings for Savings had not 1 253,498 253,498 1.00 NA NA 0.0 41.3 - one measure been calculated Re-establish Savings Re-establish the the baseline estimated baseline and addition Sav...
AI summary The text presents a table with ratios and savings data related to energy efficiency measures. It includes entries with varying savings ratios, some of which indicate negative savings, and notes that savings for certain measures had not been calculated.
measures calculated 4 943,798 943,798 1.00 NA NA 131.0 131.0 1.00 NA NA Energy Management Information Systems 59 Custom Incentives Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report 13.2.3 Interactive Effects The savings associated...
AI summary The document discusses the evaluation of Energy Management Information Systems (EMIS) in the context of a Custom Incentives Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It addresses interactive effects of energy savings and the determination of Effective Useful Life (EUL) based on available data.
IS itself supports savings. This means that persisting savings are the results of a nil decay rate and that no additional avoided decay savings can be claimed due to support provided by ENS. The Evaluator, in collaboration with ENS, decide...
AI summary The text discusses how Energy Management Information Systems (EMIS) and Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) estimate energy savings, emphasizing the challenges of measuring avoided decay savings and the decision to report only first-year incremental savings to avoid overestimation.
Energy Efficiency Stakeholder Advisory Group, Illinois Statewide Technical Reference Manual for Energy Efficiency Version 6.0, Volume 2: Commercial and Industrial Measures, February 8, 2017, p. 226. Energy Management Information System 61...
AI summary The text discusses the persistence of energy savings over time based on different decay rates, using a table that illustrates how savings decrease annually for various decay rates (50%, 25%, and 10%). This is part of an evaluation report on a custom incentives program by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
gy savings represent about 24 percent of the total cumulative savings of 5.983 GWh, and total incremental peak demand savings represent about 45 percent of the total cumulative savings of 0.571 MW. Energy Management Information System 63 C...
AI summary The text discusses energy savings from the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report, highlighting that energy savings account for 24% of total cumulative savings of 5.983 GWh, while peak demand savings make up 45% of total cumulative savings of 0.571 MW.
1.044 1.046 Gross Peak Demand Savings – at the Generator (MW) 0.571 0.255 13.3 Net-to-gross Ratio The NTGR allows for determining the net savings, i.e., the energy savings that can be reliably attributed to a program or program component....
AI summary This section discusses the Net-to-Gross Ratio (NTGR) and its application in determining net energy savings from a program, considering free-ridership and spillover effects. It notes that last year a NTGR of 1.00 was used due to the assumption that free-ridership and spillover effects were nil, supported by interviews with participants and the limited penetration of energy management information systems (EMIS).
2017 DSM Evaluation Report Since all four 2017 participants have been continuing since 2015 or 2016, the conclusion that free- ridership is nil is still valid. The internal spillover effects were expected to be negligible because energy ma...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report concludes that free-ridership is nil for all participants since 2015 or 2016. Internal spillover effects are negligible due to energy management information systems measuring savings at the facility level. Net savings from the program are calculated as 1.752 GWh for energy and 0.137 MW for peak demand, with adjusted gross savings and net savings being equal due to no spillover or free-ridership effects.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report The large increase in peak demand savings (86%) is attributable to the addition of peak demand savings to two projects that had not reported any. The NTGR used by ENS remained unchanged. En...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report highlights a significant 86% increase in peak demand savings due to the inclusion of peak demand savings from two previously unreported projects. The NTGR used by ENS remained unchanged, and the report includes data on the Custom Incentives Program's participation levels and savings for 2017.
Table 26: 2017 Overall Participation and Savings for Custom Incentives26 Participation Level Gross Savings NTGR Net Savings Custom Energy Savings 22.421 GWh 0.94 21.005 GWh 58 projects Lifetime Energy Savings 333.236 GWh 0.94 313.977 GWh c...
AI summary The table provides an overview of the 2017 participation and savings for the Custom Incentives Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's DSM Evaluation Report. It details energy and peak demand savings, along with the net-to-gross ratio (NTGR) and net savings for various program components.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report CONCLUSION The Custom Incentives program is comprised of one well-established program component (Custom) and two relatively new program components (EMIS and SEM). The Custom Incentives prog...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report for Efficiency Nova Scotia shows that the Custom Incentives program achieved its peak demand savings target but fell short of its energy savings goal. The Custom program component, which includes Retrofit, New Construction, and Building Optimization, achieved 21.005 GWh in net energy savings and 3.637 MW in net peak demand savings in 2017.
ong the consultants and participants, as well as BDM’s role in promoting the service, supporting the participants throughout their application process and extending participation to new industries. Custom Incentives Program 68 Custom Incen...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses the Energy Management Information Systems (EMIS) program, noting that seven participants were selected, with only four reporting savings due to the new participants not having generated savings by the end of 2017. The report focuses on incremental energy savings, achieving 1.402 GWh in net energy savings and 0.255 MW in net peak demand savings.
ew Construction Methodology Appendix VIII - Custom: Retrofit Calculation Example EMIS Appendix IX - EMIS: 2017 Recommendations Appendix X - EMIS: Project Review Protocol and Phone Interview Guide Custom Incentives Program 70 160 Saint-Paul...
AI summary This document outlines the Custom Incentives Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) Evaluation. It includes appendices related to EMIS (Energy Management Information Systems) and provides supporting materials for the evaluation process.
Sections Recommendations 1 Continue relying on BDMs to assist participants and find new markets. The 2017 evaluation showed that many participants heard about Retrofit from a BDM and those who worked with a BDM were satisfied with their in...
AI summary The evaluation recommends continuing to use BDMs to support participants and expand outreach to industrial and agricultural sectors. It also highlights the need for a more in-depth review of energy models to identify discrepancies, particularly in heat pump systems and baseline calculations, to improve accuracy in savings estimates.
c. This showed that a systematic review should be conducted, even if energy models are prepared by experienced consultants. The Evaluator also recommends that ENS provide tools and training to their staff so that they are better able to co...
AI summary The text discusses the need for systematic reviews of energy models and the importance of providing tools and training to ENS staff to improve technical reviews. It also highlights the varying objectives and scopes of Building Optimization projects and the need to clearly define project goals.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report
AI summary This document is an appendix report from the 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) Evaluation conducted by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It provides detailed analysis and findings related to the evaluation of DSM programs.
ed because they no longer exist after project implementation, the Evaluator recommends that ENS gather more information about the pre-implementation conditions to support savings evaluation afterwards. 2016 5 Identify the root causes of Ne...
AI summary The Evaluator recommends that ENS gather more information about pre-implementation conditions to support savings evaluation and identifies the need to understand the root causes of low participation in New Construction. Changes were made in 2017, but their impact will be observed starting in 2018. There were also changes to project scope not reflected in documentation, prompting a recommendation for ENS to implement improvements.
w Findings observed on site but had not been identified in the project documentation provided by ENS. The Evaluator recommends that ENS implement a Project No. 6138 2 Custom Incentives Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – A...
AI summary The evaluation of the Custom Incentives Program identifies issues with documentation and data tracking in the DSMDS. It recommends implementing a change-tracking document and specifying effective useful life (EUL) values for each project. Adjustments are also needed in calculating electricity consumption for new construction projects.
on of electric baseboards. The Evaluator recommends that those calculations be added to the documentation requirements for New Construction projects. Project No. 6138 3 Custom Incentives Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation –...
AI summary The document outlines a research instrument for evaluating the Custom Incentives Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation. It includes objectives and associated questions to assess program outreach, delivery, barriers to participation, and consultant satisfaction, among other topics.
to increase savings Q8, Q10, Q32 Address interactions of BDMs with consultants Q6c, Q20, Q21, Q22, Q23 Programmer Information Programming note style conventions in this document: › [PROGRAMMING] Programming instructions are in bracketed CA...
AI summary The Custom – Retrofit program provides incentives for commercial and industrial customers to reduce electrical consumption and demand through energy audits and implementation of efficient measures. The program includes two retrofit tracks and is part of Efficiency Nova Scotia's broader offerings.
vide the audio or notes to Efficiency Nova Scotia, unless legally required to do so.] Is it ok that I record the interview? Do you have any questions before we get started? Roles and Responsibilities Q1. Let’s start with a bit about you. C...
AI summary The text outlines a series of interview questions for a participant in Efficiency Nova Scotia's Custom Incentives Program, focusing on their role, experience with the program, and outreach methods. It includes questions about project numbers, sources of leads, and customer interest in the program.
ng up the program, what do they say interests them or what do they want to know about it? [if needed: energy savings, electricity cost savings, improvements in production, comfort, etc.] Q8. What information or benefits about the Custom pr...
AI summary The text outlines a series of questions aimed at understanding how the Custom program is marketed and implemented, including customer engagement, sales processes, materials used, and challenges faced during different phases of the program.
g eligibility for your customers. 1 What problems or issues, if any, have you faced? 2 What has worked well for you? 3 What problems or issues, if any, have your customers faced? Project No. 6138 6 Custom Incentives Program Efficiency Nova...
AI summary The document outlines a series of questions related to the Custom Incentives Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia, focusing on the evaluation of the 2017 DSM (Demand Side Management) initiative. It explores challenges and successes at various stages, including scoping studies, feasibility studies, implementation, and the M&V (Monitoring and Verification) phase.
your customers? 5 How satisfied are you with the M&V tools provided by ENS? What makes you satisfied or dissatisfied with the tools? What could be improved? What should not be changed? Q17. What reasons do customers most often give when th...
AI summary The text includes a series of questions directed at customers regarding their satisfaction with M&V tools provided by ENS, reasons for abandoning projects, and strategies used to encourage project completion. It also explores the working relationship with Efficiency Nova Scotia and the role of Business Development Managers in referrals.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report
AI summary This document is an appendix report from the 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) Evaluation conducted by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It provides detailed analysis and findings related to energy efficiency programs and initiatives.
nd support you need to deliver Custom rebated projects to your customers? What improvements would you like to see in ENS support? Successes, Challenges, and Opportunities Q30. How, if at all, has the Custom-Retrofit program benefited your...
AI summary The text outlines a series of questions related to the Custom-Retrofit program, focusing on its benefits, challenges, and opportunities for improvement. It also includes a table outlining research objectives and associated questions for evaluating the program's outreach, delivery, and effectiveness.
bout possible ways to increase # of projects Q27, Q28, Q32 Inquire about possible ways to increase savings Q27, Q28 Programmer Information Programming note style conventions in this document: › [PROGRAMMING] Programming instructions are in...
AI summary The document discusses the Custom – Retrofit program, which provides incentives for commercial and industrial customers to reduce energy consumption through energy audits and efficient measures. The program includes two retrofit tracks and is part of Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation.
to refer me to specific documents to answer any of my questions, that’s great – I’m happy to look things up if I know where to get the information. Do you have any questions before we get started? Project No. 6138 10 Custom Incentives Prog...
AI summary The text outlines a series of interview questions for a 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report related to the Custom Incentives Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia. The questions cover participant roles, program outreach, and the services provided under the program.
ave an idea of how extensive it would be? For example, you may have started out wanting to do a lighting project and then opted to complete other measures such as HVAC. Program Services In general, there are five key phases of a Custom pro...
AI summary The text outlines the five key phases of a Custom Incentives Program project, including confirming eligibility, scoping study, feasibility study, implementation, and approval with verification of savings. It also asks for feedback on challenges, successes, and suggestions for improvement during each phase, as well as communication with consultants.
e Support from Consultant Q11. How often did you communicate with your consultant about your participation in the Custom program? Q12. What did you communicate with your consultant about? Q13. Was there one phase of the project where you i...
AI summary The text includes a series of questions aimed at gathering feedback on the support received from a consultant and Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) during participation in a Custom program. The questions focus on communication frequency, nature of interactions, satisfaction with services, and whether additional energy-saving projects were identified and undertaken.
anagers (BDMS)? [If needed: A BDM is someone from ENS that works with large customers in a specific market sector. For example, there is a BDM that focuses on hospitals and health care] Project No. 6138 12 Custom Incentives Program Efficie...
AI summary The text outlines a series of questions aimed at evaluating the effectiveness of Efficiency Nova Scotia's (ENS) Custom Incentives Program and the interactions between ENS and its Business Development Managers (BDMS). It seeks feedback on communication, support, and areas for improvement in service delivery.
sfied have you been with Efficiency Nova Scotia in terms of providing you with the service and support you needed to complete your Custom project? Why? Opportunities, Successes, and Challenges Q27. Do you have any plans to do additional Cu...
AI summary The text includes a series of questions regarding participation in the Custom-Retrofit program, focusing on experiences, challenges, and opportunities for improvement. It also references a 2017 DSM Evaluation Appendix Report that outlines the on-site visit protocol for the Retrofit program.
s the protocol used as part of the Retrofit on-site visits. On-site Visit Protocol After reviewing the 2016 Retrofit protocol, the Evaluator considered it still appropriate for the 2017 site visits. The on-site protocol form was used by th...
AI summary The document outlines the on-site visit protocol used for Retrofit projects under the Custom Incentives Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia in 2017. It describes the data collection process, including reviewing technical documents and using a standardized form to collect information on building systems and energy efficiency measures.
15 Custom Incentives Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Project No. 6138 16 Custom Incentives Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Project No. 6138 17 Custom Incentives Prog...
AI summary This document outlines the on-site visit protocol for the Custom Incentives Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation. It references the 2016 protocol and notes the addition of questions to assess participant satisfaction and suggestions for improvement.
ew Construction protocol, the Evaluator considered it still appropriate for the 2017 evaluation. However, questions were added to evaluate the participant satisfaction and suggestions for improvement. Prior to conducting any site visits, t...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation involved reviewing Efficiency Nova Scotia's project documentation and conducting on-site visits to assess the Custom Incentives Program. The evaluation included participant satisfaction and suggestions for improvement.
23 Custom Incentives Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Project No. 6138 24 Custom Incentives Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Baseline Validation Questions Project No....
AI summary The document contains survey questions from the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report, focusing on participant satisfaction and challenges with the Custom Incentives Program managed by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It includes questions about satisfaction levels, reasons for dissatisfaction or satisfaction, challenges faced, and suggestions for program improvement.
t was the most important challenge or barrier? _ S6. Do you have any suggestions on how to improve the New Construction Program? Consider all aspects of the program: Participation process, program forms, marketing, interactions with ENS st...
AI summary The text presents a section from a regulatory proceeding related to the New Construction Program under the Custom Incentives Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It includes a data-collection form for reviewing energy models and simulation model review protocols.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report CUSTOM: BUILDING OPTIMIZATION ON-SITE VISIT PROTOCOL This appendix describes the protocol used as part of the Building Optimization on-site visits. On-site Visit Protocol The pro...
AI summary This appendix outlines the on-site visit protocol used by Efficiency Nova Scotia for the Building Optimization program in the 2017 DSM Evaluation. It includes a pre-visit assessment and data collection procedures, such as reviewing project documents, system details, and building automation system data.
31 Custom Incentives Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Project No. 6138 32 Custom Incentives Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Project No. 6138 33 Custom Incentives Prog...
AI summary The text includes a set of questions from the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report related to the Custom Incentives Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It asks about participant experiences, including free ridership and market satisfaction with the program.
rticipant Market Questions S1. Using a scale from 1 to 10 where 1 is “not at all satisfied” and 10 is “completely satisfied” how would you rate your satisfaction with the program overall? _ S2. [IF S1<8] What was the most important reason...
AI summary The document contains survey questions related to participant satisfaction with the Custom Incentives Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS). It explores satisfaction levels, reasons for dissatisfaction or satisfaction, challenges faced during implementation, and suggestions for improvement.
nsider all aspects of the program: Participation process, program forms, marketing, interactions with ENS staff or contractors, etc. _ Project No. 6138 37 Custom Incentives Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Repo...
AI summary The document outlines the evaluation process for the New Construction projects under the Custom Incentives Program, including the review of energy model documentation and on-site validation of energy-efficiency measures implemented in buildings.
he year. Instead, the Evaluator performed a desk review made possible since mechanical zoning diagrams, drawings and pictures of the installed equipment, and simulation files were obtained from the Project No. 6138 38 Custom Incentives Pro...
AI summary The Evaluator conducted a desk review using available project documentation, including mechanical zoning diagrams and simulation files, to verify energy savings under the Custom Incentives Program. A standard questionnaire was used to validate the baseline for each energy efficiency measure, though a site visit could not be conducted for one project.
As mentioned above, a site visit could not be conducted for one of the projects. Therefore, the baseline questionnaire could not be answered by the participating customer. Review of Simulation Models The Evaluator used a checklist review f...
AI summary The document discusses the evaluation process for the New Construction projects under the Custom Incentives Program, including the use of simulation models, the review of energy efficiency measures, and adjustments to energy savings based on discrepancies found during on-site visits.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report CUSTOM: RETROFIT CALCULATION EXAMPLE This appendix provides a sample of the calculations used to adjust the energy savings results for one of the projects reviewed as part of the...
AI summary This appendix provides an example of how energy savings from a tank insulation project were calculated and adjusted during the 2017 Custom Retrofit impact evaluation. The calculation involved comparing steady-state heat loss with and without insulation, using data from emails and an Excel workbook.
avings value at the meter. No demand savings calculations were made for the project. ∆ / 3412 ŋ Tracked Savings Calculation ENS adopted the annual savings calculation provided by the Embedded Energy Manager for the tracked savings. Values...
AI summary The document discusses the calculation of tracked savings for a project under the Custom Incentives Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It mentions the use of annual savings calculations provided by the Embedded Energy Manager and the involvement of water treatment facility staff and an insulation contractor in providing relevant data.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report
AI summary This document is an appendix report from the 2017 DSM Evaluation conducted by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It provides supporting information and analysis related to the evaluation of demand-side management programs.
kWh 62,261 Peak demand savings kW 0 Revised Savings Calculation Adjustments to the energy savings were made based on data found by the Evaluator during the on-site visit. A temperature sensor attached to the tank displayed 24.4°C at the ti...
AI summary The document discusses a revised energy savings calculation for a project, based on corrected temperature data. The original savings estimate assumed a tank temperature of 36°C, but on-site evaluation found the actual temperature to be 24.4°C, leading to an adjustment in the savings calculation.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report The revised equations are also slightly different because metric units were used and so, the conversion factors were changed. As for the tracked savings, the tank surface area wa...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report discusses revisions to equations used in the calculation of tracked savings, specifically addressing the use of metric units and the adjustment to the tank surface area calculation due to insulation only on the top end of the tank.
none 1.0 Energy Savings kWh 30,510 Demand Savings kW 3.483 Based on the calculations made above, the revised annual savings were decreased by 31,751 kWh/year and the demand savings were increased by 3.483 kW. Table 5: Revised Gross Savings...
AI summary The document presents revised energy and demand savings values, showing a decrease in energy savings and an increase in demand savings. It also references the 2017 DSM Evaluation recommendations by the Evaluator and includes recommendations from the 2016 evaluation that were not fully implemented.
Sections Recommendations 1 Ensure that the tracking sheet is complete and accurate. While reviewing the project documentation, the Evaluator found several discrepancies between the savings figures reported in the final tracking sheet and t...
AI summary The Evaluator identified discrepancies between the final tracking sheet and annual reports, and noted the absence of peak demand savings tracking. It also found that changes in production levels, such as increased weekend production time, affected energy savings calculations. The Evaluator recommends improving tracking and planning M&V activities to account for operational changes.
vities and non-routine adjustments be planned as needed. In the case of the Custom Retrofit compressed-air projects implemented after the baseline period for instance, ENS and the service provider could have planned on the implementation o...
AI summary The text discusses the need to plan non-routine adjustments and track incremental savings in the Custom Incentives Program managed by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It highlights issues with how savings were tracked in the EMIS system, particularly for continuing participants in 2016.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report
AI summary The document is an appendix report evaluating the 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) program by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It provides an analysis of the program's performance and outcomes.
is in the future, systematic reviews of facility operational and equipment changes should be implemented by ENS to ensure the accuracy of reported savings. Project No. 6138 44 Custom Incentives Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evalu...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation involved project reviews and interviews to assess the effectiveness of the Custom Incentives Program managed by Efficiency Nova Scotia, focusing on savings persistence and participant satisfaction.
l as about savings persistence. This appendix describes the project review protocol used to conduct the reviews and the participant interviews. Project Review Protocol and Participant Interview Guide The Evaluator adapted the 2016 evaluati...
AI summary This appendix outlines the project review protocol and participant interview guide used in the 2017 DSM evaluation. It describes how the Evaluator adapted the 2016 protocol, incorporated data from previous years, and used updated reports and phone interviews to assess savings persistence and participant satisfaction.
48 Custom Incentives Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Project No. 6138 49 Custom Incentives Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Project No. 6138 50 Custom Incentives Prog...
AI summary The document discusses the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report for the Direct Installation Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It includes abbreviations and project details, indicating an evaluation of energy efficiency initiatives and their impact.
y Nova Scotia ETN Efficiency Trade Network EUL Effective useful life GHG Greenhouse gas HID High-intensity discharge HOU Hours of use HVAC Heating, ventilation and air conditioning LED Light-emitting diode NTGR Net-to-gross ratio PCF Peak...
AI summary This document is the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, focusing on the Direct Installation Program. It discusses energy efficiency initiatives and their evaluation, highlighting program performance and outcomes.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document presents the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, providing an assessment of the Demand Side Management (DSM) program's performance and outcomes.
vings. This value takes into account variations in useful life annual energy savings throughout the effective useful life due to increased baselines. Direct Installation Program iii Direct Installation Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 D...
AI summary The document is a 2017 evaluation report on the Direct Installation Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia, focusing on energy savings and the effective useful life of installed equipment.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia assesses the effectiveness of demand-side management programs in the province.
llover, that negatively or positively affect the energy savings attributable to a program. Net-to-gross ratio The ratio of net energy savings to gross energy savings. Direct Installation Program iv Direct Installation Program Efficiency No...
AI summary The document outlines the Direct Installation Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report, discussing metrics such as net-to-gross ratio that impact energy savings attributable to the program.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which assesses the performance and outcomes of demand-side management programs in the province.
capacity Unitary savings of an air-source heat pump) or a participant (e.g., one participant taking part in a behaviour-based program). Direct Installation Program v Direct Installation Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Re...
AI summary The text discusses the Direct Installation Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report, highlighting unitary savings from air-source heat pumps and participant involvement in behavior-based programs.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report prepared by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It assesses the performance and outcomes of the Demand Side Management (DSM) program during the specified year.
................................................ 25 CONCLUSIONS .................................................................................................................................. 31 Direct Installation Program vi Direct Ins...
AI summary This document is the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report for the Direct Installation Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It provides an evaluation of the program's performance and outcomes.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report EXECUTIVE SUMMARY This report presents the results of the 2017 demand-side management (DSM) evaluation of the Direct Installation program, which is comprised of only one program component,...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report assesses the Direct Installation program, specifically the Small Business Energy Solutions (SBES) component. It outlines participation levels, gross and net savings for the audit and DIY paths, based on interviews, surveys, and on-site visits.
Table 1: SBES Overall Participation and Savings in 2017 Participation Level Gross Savings NTGR Net Savings Audit Path Energy Savings 1.519 GWh 0.93 1.415 GWh Lifetime Energy Savings 50 projects 20.178 GWh 0.93 18.796 GWh Peak Demand Saving...
AI summary The table presents data on the Small Business Energy Solutions (SBES) program's participation and energy savings in 2017, including gross and net savings by audit and DIY paths, and overall totals. The report is part of the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Small Business Energy Solutions SBES offers incentives and resources to Nova Scotia’s small businesses to encourage them to make smart energy-efficient upgrades at their facilities. To be e...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report details the Small Business Energy Solutions (SBES) program, which provides incentives and resources for small businesses in Nova Scotia to make energy-efficient upgrades. Eligibility is based on annual energy usage, and participants can choose between an audit path or a DIY path. The report also mentions the Affordable Multifamily Housing Pilot, which is similar to SBES but targets affordable housing.
ilot, which offers measures similar to other SBES projects, but bases its eligibility criterion on affordable housing rather than an energy consumption requirement. SBES Key Findings SBES Performance SBES aimed to achieve net electricity s...
AI summary The SBES program aimed to achieve significant energy and peak demand savings in 2017, with actual results slightly below targets. It achieved 7.887 GWh in net energy savings and 1.363 MW in net peak demand savings, equivalent to 5,151 tonnes of CO2 eq in annual GHG emissions avoided. Most projects were implemented via the DIY path, contributing to 87% of implemented projects and 80% of total savings.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report SBES Energy Savings The Evaluator reviewed ENS’s gross savings estimates by conducting a desk review using the information contained in the tracking system, the CIRx Screening Tool and the...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report reviewed Efficiency Nova Scotia's energy savings estimates, identifying discrepancies due to mismatched operating conditions. Adjustment ratios for energy and peak demand savings were calculated, and a net-to-gross ratio was determined after assessing free-ridership and spillover effects from the SBES program.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report The evaluated net energy savings are 10 percent below the corresponding tracked figure. This is mainly due to the adjustment made to the gross savings, since the 2017 evaluated NTGR was sli...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report found that evaluated net energy savings were 10% below tracked figures, primarily due to adjustments in gross savings and discrepancies in lighting measures. Evaluated net peak demand savings were 24% lower than tracked values, mainly due to revised peak coincidence factors for lighting measures. SBES performed well with increased participation and satisfaction, and the Evaluator provided recommendations for improvement.
moving forward on the right track and further improve its performance and effectiveness, the Evaluator has the following recommendations to make. These recommendations can also be found in Appendix I. 2017 SBES-R1. Implement an internal pr...
AI summary The Evaluator recommends that Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) implement an internal procedure to thoroughly review complex custom projects to ensure accurate savings calculations. This is necessary due to the specialized technical knowledge required for validating savings from such projects, especially since they often represent the largest savings.
2017 SBES-R3. Investigate new ways to encourage the implementation of non-lighting measures to increase their share of savings and ultimately increase SBES’s total savings. Although SBES offers a wide variety of measures, lighting retrofit...
AI summary The 2017 SBES-R3 report highlights that lighting retrofits account for 80% of SBES’s total gross savings, primarily due to ease of implementation and participant knowledge gaps. The Evaluator suggests exploring new marketing and educational materials, using project analyses for success stories, and providing additional support to non-audit path participants to increase the implementation of non-lighting energy-efficiency measures.
t path, for instance by having an ENS staff member follow up to help them consider non-lighting measures if the facility includes other large energy-consuming equipment. Direct Installation Program xiii Direct Installation Program Efficien...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS), a franchise held by EfficiencyOne, is responsible for delivering energy efficiency programs in Nova Scotia. ENS receives funding from Nova Scotia Power and the Province of Nova Scotia for its activities, which include reducing electricity consumption and helping low-income households reduce the use of other fuels. Econoler was commissioned to evaluate ENS’s 2017 demand-side management programs and assess the impact of energy efficiency codes and standards in Nova Scotia.
fficiency codes and standards introduced in Nova Scotia. To carry out this assignment, Econoler collaborated with Research Into Action, Equilibrium Engineering and Corporate Research Associates (CRA). Econoler served as team leader in the...
AI summary The document describes an evaluation of energy efficiency programs in Nova Scotia conducted in 2017 by Econoler, Research Into Action, Equilibrium Engineering, and CRA. The evaluation covered various programs, including their components and types of evaluations performed, with a reduction in scope compared to 2016.
on performed for each program component. 3 On January 1, 2015, ENS became a franchise owned by the Province of Nova Scotia and was licensed to the new not-for- profit organization EfficiencyOne. Direct Installation Program 1 Direct Install...
AI summary The document discusses the transition of Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) into a franchise owned by the Province of Nova Scotia and licensed to EfficiencyOne. It also references a 2017 DSM Evaluation Report, which includes a table outlining the types of evaluations conducted for each program component in 2016 and 2017.
irect Installation Program C C C C C Solutions The process evaluation specifically targets the Retrofit service of the Custom program component. Due to the start date of the latest Strategic Energy Management (SEM) cohort, SEM did not have...
AI summary This document outlines the evaluation of the Direct Installation Program, specifically focusing on the Small Business Energy Solutions (SBES) component. It provides an overview of the program, its eligibility criteria, and notes that no evaluation was conducted for 2017 due to the lack of participants achieving savings.
upgrades, the participant and/or the contractor selected by the participant need to submit the product worksheets to ENS for approval. Figure 2 below presents the audit path participation process. Small Business Energy Solutions 3 Direct I...
AI summary The document outlines the process for participants in the DIY path of the Direct Installation Program, including submission of product worksheets to ENS for approval, rebate pre-approval, and the 90-day window to install approved products. Rebates depend on factors such as cost per kWh, adoption rates, and strategic importance to the program.
uding its ratio of the rebate versus its total and incremental costs, its rate of adoption, and its strategic importance to SBES and ENS. Figure 3 below presents the DIY path participation process. Small Business Energy Solutions 4 Direct...
AI summary The document discusses the DIY path participation process for the Small Business Energy Solutions (SBES) program, aiming for 8.8 GWh of electricity savings and 1.9 MW of peak demand savings in 2017. It also references the Affordable Multifamily Housing Pilot.
ure 3: DIY Path Participation Process SBES aimed to achieve net electricity savings of 8.8 GWh and net peak demand savings of 1.9 MW at the generator in 2017. Affordable Multifamily Housing Pilot Launched in 2016, the Affordable Multifamil...
AI summary The Affordable Multifamily Housing Pilot, launched in 2016, provides incentives for energy retrofits in affordable housing. By the end of 2016, 17 participants underwent energy audits, but challenges in decision-making and capital availability were noted. In 2017, SBES supported participants in implementing upgrades, completing 10 projects for two participants with more planned for 2018.
2017 DSM Evaluation Report recommended changes and as a result, 10 projects were completed for two pilot participants and more projects could be be completed in 2018. 1.2 Follow-up on 2016 Evaluation Report Recommendations SBES was evaluat...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses the follow-up on recommendations from the 2016 evaluation of the Small Business Energy Solutions (SBES) program. Several recommendations have been implemented, while one is still being implemented.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Other improvements and modifications were also brought to this program component this year in order to facilitate the auditors’ work and better align their qualifications with the facilitie...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) made several improvements to its Demand Side Management (DSM) program in 2017, including developing cost estimates for lighting measures, categorizing auditors into tiers, and revising application forms to improve savings calculations for DIY projects. These changes were implemented based on recommendations from the 2016 SBES report.
2017 DSM Evaluation Report Figure 5: Summary of Gross Savings for SBES, 2015-2017 Gross Energy Savings (GWh) Gross Peak Demand Savings (MW) 7.401 1.273 1.129 4.304 1.116 0.681 1.519 0.194 0.166 0.266 2015 2016 2017 2015 2016 2017 DIY Path...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report highlights that lighting projects were the most common measure category in the Small Business Energy Solutions (SBES) program, accounting for about 80% of total gross savings. In the audit path, the percentage of savings from lighting projects increased significantly from 20% in 2016 to 48% in 2017.
OGY This section describes the methodology used and the activities carried out for the SBES 2017 evaluation. Figure 6 below shows the various data-collection activities carried out for the evaluation. Figure 6: Methodological Model The Eva...
AI summary This section outlines the methodology for the 2017 evaluation of the Small Business Energy Solutions (SBES) program. It describes data collection activities, the use of a 10% margin of error at a 90% confidence level, and the process of reviewing program documentation and meeting with the program manager to assess implementation.
logy and the protocol used to conduct the visits are provided in Appendix IV. 4 Precision refers to how reproducible a set of measurements is. It does not take into account, however, how close the measured values are to the true values, as...
AI summary The document discusses the methodology for evaluating the Small Business Energy Solutions Direct Installation Program, including precision, confidence levels, and margin of error, as outlined in the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report A total of 50 SBES projects were reviewed, including 35 DIY path projects and 15 audit path projects. These project reviews and visits were conducted to validate whether the measures implem...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report reviewed 50 SBES projects, including on-site visits and validation of energy efficiency measures. Adjustments to gross savings were made based on findings, and an effective useful life review was conducted using technical references to evaluate ENS's calculations.
ues used by ENS to calculate lifetime energy savings, the Evaluator conducted a thorough literature review by consulting technical reference manuals (TRMs), evaluation reports and relevant studies. Small Business Energy Solutions 11 Direct...
AI summary The 2017 SBES market evaluation found high participant satisfaction with the Small Business Energy Solutions program, with an average satisfaction rating of 8.8 out of 10. Participants were particularly satisfied with the equipment installed through the program, rating it 9.4 out of 10. Some dissatisfaction was noted regarding contractors, incentive amounts, and energy savings.
nt scale) SBES overall 8.8 Equipment that was installed (n=70) 9.4 Helpfulness of your contractor in completing 8.9 the application and worksheet (n=68) Ease of finding a contractor (n=65) 8.8 Professionalism of the energy auditor (n=20) 8...
AI summary Participants rated various aspects of the Small Business Energy Solutions program with scores ranging from 8.4 to 9.4. Financial challenges were identified as the primary barrier to installing energy efficiency upgrades, rated at 5.3 on a 10-point scale, followed by lack of knowledge about incentives and equipment at 4.2.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Figure 8: Barriers to Installing Energy Efficiency Upgrades (10-point scale) Financial challenge, even after rebate, such as lack of funds, taking too long to recoup the investment, etc. 5....
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia highlights barriers to installing energy efficiency upgrades, such as financial challenges, lack of knowledge about incentives, and time constraints. Participants also provided feedback on improving the Small Business Energy Solutions program, including better promotion, communication, and increasing rebate amounts.
e baseline wattage, the efficient wattage, or the annual hours of use (HOU). 7 Definition adapted from: National Renewable Energy Laboratory, The Uniform Methods Project Chapter 23: Estimating Net Savings: Common Practices, September 2014,...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses adjustments made to baseline wattage in the Direct Installation Program, including the application of ballast factors to HID and fluorescent fixtures. It notes that 80% of lighting measures had correctly documented baseline wattages, a slight improvement from 2016.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report 4.2.2 Non-lighting Measures Three HVAC projects, one custom project and three kitchen projects were visited as part of the 2017 SBES evaluation. For two of the three kitchen measures, the t...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses non-lighting measures, including HVAC and kitchen projects. Adjustments were made to tracked savings, such as using RETScreen software for a custom project and modifying heating capacity values to align with industry standards like NEEP Cold Climate Heat Pump lists.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Since custom measures have higher per-measure savings than other measure categories and are more complex, the Evaluator recommends that their savings calculations be reviewed in greater det...
AI summary The Evaluator recommends a detailed review of savings calculations for custom measures due to their higher savings and complexity. Table 6 summarizes adjustment ratios for energy and peak demand savings across measure categories, noting that differences between audit and DIY paths were not statistically significant.
Error Adjustment Ratio Error 1,822 measures 193 measures 0.889 9.3% 0.744 10.4% 4.2.4 Interactive Effects When a measure installed as part of SBES is affected by interactive effects, this is taken into account by the gross savings standard...
AI summary The document discusses the evaluation of energy savings measures, including the use of interactive effects factors and effective useful life (EUL) values in the calculation of energy savings. Adjustments were made to align methodologies with other program components and to ensure accurate long-term savings projections.
path and 1.071 for the DIY path. These values are a weighted average of the line loss factors provided by NSP for each rate code, and the corresponding energy savings listed in the tracking report. Small Business Energy Solutions 20 Direct...
AI summary The text provides energy and peak demand savings data for the Small Business Energy Solutions (SBES) program under the Direct Installation Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia, based on audit and DIY paths, with calculations involving weighted averages and Effective Useful Life (EUL) values.
2017 DSM Evaluation Report Table 8: Revised Gross Energy and Peak Demand Savings for SBES – Audit Path Refrigera- Motors Water Measure Category Lighting HVAC Agricultural Kitchen Pumping Laundry Custom Total tion and Drives Heating Evaluat...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report presents a table showing revised gross energy and peak demand savings for SBES under an audit path. The table includes various measures such as lighting, HVAC, refrigeration, and motors, along with tracked energy savings and a savings adjustment ratio applied across all categories.
0.013 0.025 0.000 0.000 0.167 1.594 Savings Adjustment Ratio 0.889 0.889 0.889 0.889 0.889 0.889 0.889 0.889 0.889 0.889 0.889 Total Gross Energy Savings - at 0.684 0.508 0.035 0.000 0.008 0.011 0.023 0.000 0.000 0.148 1.417 the Meter (GWh...
AI summary The text presents numerical data related to energy savings, including Gross Energy Savings at the Meter and Generator, Effective Useful Life, and Peak Demand Savings. The data includes factors such as Savings Adjustment Ratios and Line Loss Factors, indicating a focus on energy efficiency and demand-side management metrics.
al Gross Peak Demand 0.119 0.136 0.004 0.000 0.003 0.002 0.002 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.266 Savings – at the Generator (MW) Small Business Energy Solutions 22 Direct Installation Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Table 9...
AI summary The text presents a table showing revised gross energy and peak demand savings for the Southwestern Nova Scotia Energy Services (SBES) DIY Path program. The table includes various energy-saving measures and their corresponding tracked energy savings and savings adjustment ratios.
Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Table 10: Average Free-ridership Level by Path Average Free- Sample Population Margin of Percentage of Gross Energy Project Path ridership Level Size Size12 Error Savings in SBES Population Audit 7% 20 49...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report discusses free-ridership levels, internal spillover, and NTGR calculations for SBES. It found no internal spillover and calculated NTGR values of 0.93 and 0.87 for the audit and DIY paths, respectively. Net savings were determined using the NTGR formula.
et impacts were estimated by applying the NTGR listed above to the revised gross savings, and using the following equation: Net Savings = Revised Gross Savings × NTGR It should be noted that the NTGR was not applied to the revised gross sa...
AI summary The document calculates net energy and peak demand savings for the Small Business Energy Solutions Direct Installation Program, estimating annual CO2 eq savings and lifetime energy savings based on the Nova Scotia-specific GHG factor and effective useful life (EUL).
oss Factor 1.072 1.072 1.072 1.072 1.072 1.072 1.072 1.072 1.072 1.072 - Net Peak Demand Savings – 0.111 0.127 0.003 0.000 0.002 0.002 0.002 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.247 at the Generator (MW) Small Business Energy Solutions 27 Direct Installati...
AI summary The text presents data on net peak demand savings and energy efficiency initiatives, including a table from an evaluation report on the DIY path of the Small Business Energy Solutions Direct Installation Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia in 2017.
0.000 0.001 0.001 0.000 1.041 at the Meter (MW) Line Loss Factor 1.071 1.071 1.071 1.071 1.071 1.071 1.071 1.071 1.071 1.071 - Net Peak Demand Savings – 0.939 0.139 0.000 0.000 0.036 0.000 0.000 0.001 0.001 0.000 1.116 at the Generator (MW...
AI summary Table 13 compares tracked and evaluated energy and peak demand savings for the Small Business Energy Solutions Direct Installation Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia. The table shows discrepancies between the tracked savings and the evaluation results for both energy and peak demand savings.
ENS Tracked Savings 2.068 MW 2.068 MW 0.87 1.804 MW Evaluation Results 2.068 MW 1.538 MW 0.89 1.363 MW The evaluated net energy savings are 10 percent below the corresponding tracked figure. This is mainly due to the adjustment made to the...
AI summary The evaluated net energy savings are 10% below tracked figures, primarily due to adjustments in gross savings influenced by higher 2017 NTGR values. Net peak demand savings are 24% lower due to revised peak coincidence factors for lighting measures. These adjustments were identified during site visits and affected lighting-related discrepancies.
17 DSM Evaluation Report Table 14: SBES Overall Participation and Savings in 2017 Participation Level Gross Savings NTGR Net Savings Audit Path Energy Savings 1.519 GWh 0.93 1.415 GWh Lifetime Energy Savings 50 projects 20.178 GWh 0.93 18....
AI summary The document presents a summary of energy savings and participation levels from the Small Business Energy Solutions (SBES) program in 2017, including energy and peak demand savings for both the Audit and DIY paths, as well as overall totals.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report CONCLUSIONS SBES was launched in mid-2015 to replace BES, so 2017 marked SBES’s second full year of operation. Even though participation nearly doubled and reached a new high, it was not su...
AI summary SBES achieved 7.887 GWh in total net energy savings and 1.363 MW in peak demand savings in 2017, falling short of its 8.8 GWh and 1.9 MW targets. Participation nearly doubled, and satisfaction was high, but non-lighting measures have untapped potential for future savings.
ave quite some untapped potential for achieving future energy and peak demand savings through SBES and therefore suggests looking for new ways to encourage the implementation of non-lighting measures. The Evaluator also found that there wa...
AI summary The text discusses the potential for energy and peak demand savings through the Southwestern Nova Scotia Energy Services (SBES) program and highlights the need for improved tracking of savings, particularly from complex custom projects. It also mentions efforts by ENS to improve data collection and monitoring of program performance.
ES: Effective Useful Life Appendix VII - SBES: Algorithm for Free-ridership Calculation Appendix VIII - SBES: Algorithm for Internal Spillover Calculation Appendix IX - SBES: Calculation Example Direct Installation Program 32 160 Saint-Pau...
AI summary This document provides appendices related to the Southwestern Nova Scotia Energy Services (SBES) algorithms for calculating free-ridership and internal spillover, as well as an example of the calculation. It is part of the 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) evaluation report by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report 2017 RECOMMENDATIONS This appendix summarizes all the recommendations made by the Evaluator as part of the 2017 evaluation, as well as all 2016 evaluation recommendations that we...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation recommends that Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) implement an internal procedure to thoroughly review complex custom projects to ensure accurate savings calculations. This is necessary due to the specialized technical knowledge required for validating savings from such projects, particularly those based on energy models or complex engineering equations.
that the daily operating schedule coincides with the system peak demand period, since the Evaluator found multiple cases where adjustments were required. 3. Investigate new ways to encourage the implementation of non-lighting measures to i...
AI summary The text discusses the need to investigate new ways to encourage non-lighting energy efficiency measures, as lighting retrofits account for most of SBES’s savings. It highlights a lack of knowledge about equipment as a barrier to implementing more complex technologies.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Sections Recommendations maturity and as the market for energy efficient lighting becomes saturated, the Evaluator believes that ENS would benefit from exploring various options...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation recommends that Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) explore options to diversify measures for DIY participants, including developing marketing materials for non-lighting energy efficiency measures and providing additional support to participants who do not complete the audit path.
e by having an ENS staff member follow up to help them consider non-lighting measures if the facility includes other large energy-consuming equipment. 2016 4. Consider working with auditors to make the process of developing cost Recommenda...
AI summary The text outlines recommendations for improving the efficiency of the Direct Installation Program by involving ENS staff in helping participants consider non-lighting energy measures and by working with auditors to streamline the cost estimation process. It also mentions the distribution of the Savings Calculator for ENERGY STAR Certified Commercial Kitchen Equipment to ensure accurate input variables.
company who would know about having participated in this Efficiency Nova Scotia program? Yes [ASK TO SPEAK TO THEM AND REPEAT INTRODUCTION] No [THANK, TERMINATE, RECORD, AND KEEP DATA] 99. Refused [THANK, TERMINATE, RECORD, AND KEEP DATA ]...
AI summary This text outlines a survey process for participants in the Efficiency Nova Scotia program, including response options for job titles and energy management practices at a facility. It includes instructions for handling refusals and scheduling follow-ups.
hat energy efficiency be considered when purchasing equipment 1. YES 2. NO 8. (DON’T KNOW) 9. (Refused) Verification and Recall (Series V) V1. a. [READ IF PROJECT QTY=1] According to our information, through its participation in the Small...
AI summary The text discusses the installation of energy efficiency upgrades in a facility through the Small Business Energy Solutions Program, including rebate and financing details. It is part of a 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report related to the Direct Installation Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Participation (Series P) P1. Regarding your organization’s decision to apply for the Small Business Energy Solutions incentive program, who initiated the discussion about this in...
AI summary The text includes survey questions related to participation in the Small Business Energy Solutions incentive program and free-ridership for audit path projects. It asks who initiated the discussion about the program and whether participants had plans to install energy-efficient upgrades before being evaluated.
sion to install [all/some of] the energy efficiency upgrades that were installed as part of the program? 1. Yes 2. No 98. (Don’t know) 99. (Refused) Project No. 6138 5 Direct Installation Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation...
AI summary This text is part of an evaluation of the 2017 Direct Installation Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It asks participants whether they would have paid for energy-efficient upgrades without the rebate and financing provided by the program.
that you “Definitely Would Not Have Paid and Financed” and a 10 indicating that you “Definitely Would Have Paid and Financed.” [PROBE FOR SPECIFIC RESPONSE – DO NOT ACCEPT A RANGE] _ Response _98 Don’t Know _99 Refused [READ FIRST TIME THR...
AI summary The text presents a survey question asking respondents to rate the likelihood of various actions their organization would have taken if the Small Business Energy Solutions program had not been available, focusing on installation of energy-efficient equipment and delays in upgrades.
hood that you would have postponed making energy efficient upgrades to your facility by at least one year? _ Response _98 Don’t Know _99 Refused Project No. 6138 6 Direct Installation Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Ap...
AI summary The text includes survey questions about the influence of various factors on the decision to install energy-efficient upgrades, including free audits, program rebates, and information from Efficiency Nova Scotia. It also asks about the postponement of energy-efficient upgrades.
Refused a contractor g. The availability of a list of contractors _ Response _98 Don’t Know _99 Refused through the Efficiency Trade Network Free-Ridership for DIY Path (Series FR-M1 and FR-M2) INSTRUCTION: RESPONDENTS WILL BE ASKED ABOUT...
AI summary The document outlines a survey related to free-ridership for the DIY Path under the Efficiency Trade Network, focusing on lighting upgrades rebated or financed through the Small Business Energy Solutions Program. Respondents are asked whether they decided to install energy-efficient lighting before learning about the program.
ogram, you had already made the decision to install the energy-efficient lighting upgrades? [CODE ONE ONLY] 1. Yes 2. No 98. (Don’t know) 99. (Refused) FR2-M1. a. [IF FINANCING=NO] Efficiency Nova Scotia provided your organization with a r...
AI summary The text contains survey questions related to energy-efficient lighting upgrades, including whether the respondent had already decided to install them, the impact of rebates and financing, and awareness of certified lighting products.
y Solution Program are premium products certified by Design Light Consortium or ENERGY STAR®? 1. YES 2. NO 8. (DON’T KNOW) 9. (Refused) Project No. 6138 8 Direct Installation Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Re...
AI summary The text discusses a survey asking participants about the likelihood of installing lighting products without the Small Business Energy Solutions program, including rebate and financing options. It includes response scales and instructions for answering.
the likelihood that you would have postponed installing the lighting upgrades by at least one year? _ Response _98 Don’t Know _99 Refused FR4-M1. Next, I’m going to ask you to rate the importance of factors that might have influenced your...
AI summary The text presents survey questions related to the timing of lighting upgrades and factors influencing the decision to install energy-efficient lighting, including program rebates, on-bill financing, and information from Efficiency Nova Scotia and contractors. It is part of an evaluation of the 2017 Direct Installation Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report HVAC MEASURES SECTION [IF PROJECT TYPE=DIY AND HVAC=YES, ASK FR1-M2 to FR4-M2; OTHERWISE SKIP TO CI SERIES] The next questions will be about the heating, ventilation and air conditioning upgrades, also...
AI summary This section of the 2017 DSM Evaluation Appendix Report focuses on HVAC upgrades, asking whether organizations decided to install them before learning about the Small Business Energy Solutions Program and whether they would have paid for them without a rebate.
and a 10 indicating that you “Definitely Would Have Paid.” [PROBE FOR SPECIFIC RESPONSE – DO NOT ACCEPT A RANGE] _ Response _98 Don’t Know _99 Refused b. [IF REBATE and FINANCING=YES] Efficiency Nova Scotia provided your organization with...
AI summary The text includes survey questions from an evaluation of Efficiency Nova Scotia's Direct Installation Program, asking respondents about their likelihood of paying for energy-efficient HVAC upgrades without the rebate and financing provided by the program.
nswer on a scale of 0 to 10, with a 0 indicating that it is “Very Unlikely,” and a 10 indicating that it is “Very Likely.” [DO NOT ACCEPT A RANGE – POSE FR3-M2 a,c SEQUENCE IN ORDER/DO NOT RANDOMIZE] FR3a-M2. If the program rebate or finan...
AI summary The text presents survey questions related to the influence of a rebate or financing program on the installation of energy-efficient HVAC upgrades. It asks participants to rate the likelihood of installing the same upgrades without the program and the importance of various factors in their decision to install them.
_ Response _98 Don’t Know _99 Refused Nova Scotia’s staff. d. Information or advice provided by a contractor _ Response _98 Don’t Know _99 Refused e. The availability of a list of contractors through _ Response _98 Don’t Know _99 Refused t...
AI summary The text includes questions from a 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report, focusing on the Direct Installation Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It asks about previous participation in Efficiency Nova Scotia programs and their influence on decisions to install energy-efficient upgrades.
gram was a major factor in the decision to install energy-efficient upgrades in your facility. 1. Agree 2. Disagree 98. (Don’t know) 99. (Refused) CI2b. [IF CI1=1 and FR1-AU=1 OR FR1-AU=2 OR FR1-M1=1 OR FR1-M2=1] Because of your company’s...
AI summary The text includes survey questions related to participation in energy efficiency programs, specifically focusing on the impact of previous involvement in Efficiency Nova Scotia programs on decision-making regarding energy-efficient upgrades and awareness of promotional materials.
benefits of energy efficiency? 1. Yes 2. No 98. (Don’t know) 99. (Refused) For the following statements, please indicate whether you agree or disagree. CI4a. [IF CI3=1] The energy efficiency promotional materials distributed by Efficiency...
AI summary The text includes survey questions about the benefits of energy efficiency and satisfaction with the Direct Installation Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia. Questions assess the influence of promotional materials on decisions to implement energy efficiency measures and overall satisfaction with the program.
completing the application and worksheet e. The equipment that was installed f. The various steps you had to take to get through the program Barriers and Recommendations [B Series] A9. Generally speaking, how much of a barrier, if any, are...
AI summary The text outlines barriers to installing energy efficiency upgrades, including financial challenges, time constraints, and lack of knowledge about incentives and equipment. It also references a Direct Installation Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia as part of a 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report.
ram Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report S3. Do you have any recommendations for improving the Small Business Energy Solutions program? Probe: Anything else? [DO NOT READ. ACCEPT ALL RESPONSES] 1. (Improve contracto...
AI summary The document presents a list of recommendations for improving the Small Business Energy Solutions program, including improving contractor quality, communication, simplifying the program, better marketing, increasing rebates, and speeding up the rebate process. It also mentions a Direct Installation Program and Firmographics survey for statistical purposes.
2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Firmographics (Series F) These final questions are asked for statistical purposes only. The information collected is strictly confidential. F1. What is the main activity of the facility where the energ...
AI summary The text presents a section from a 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report, containing firmographic questions related to the Small Business Energy Solutions Program. The questions focus on the main activity of the facility and the number of full-time equivalent workers employed there, for statistical and confidential purposes.
(5 to 9) 3. (10 to 19) 4. (20 to 49) 5. (50 to 99) 6. (100 to 249) 7. (250 or More) 98. (Don’t know) 99. (Refused) Project No. 6138 16 Direct Installation Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report F3. Is your org...
AI summary The text provides survey questions and participant survey results related to the Direct Installation Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia as part of the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report. It includes questions on organizational independence, number of business locations, and job titles or roles.
- 14% R2. Which of the following, if any, does your company have in place at [FACILITY NAME] FACILITY? Processes in Place in Facilities Where Measures 2016 2017 Were Implemented Sample Size 37 70 Yes No/Don’t know Yes No/Don’t know A perso...
AI summary The text provides data on energy usage monitoring and energy efficiency policies in facilities where measures were implemented in 2016 and 2017. It also references a Small Business Energy Solutions incentive program and its application process.
arding your organization’s decision to apply for the Small Business Energy Solutions incentive program, who initiated the discussion about this incentive opportunity? Would you say…? Who Initiated the Discussion About Incentive Opportuniti...
AI summary The text asks about who initiated discussions regarding the Small Business Energy Solutions incentive program and explores barriers to installing energy efficiency upgrades on a scale of 1 to 10. It includes survey data from 2016 and 2017.
in preventing your organization from installing energy efficiency upgrades? Please answer on a scale of 1 to 10, where 1 means ‘not at all a barrier’ and 10 means ‘a major barrier’. 2017 Barriers to Implementation Sample Mean Size Financia...
AI summary The text presents survey results about barriers to energy efficiency upgrades and customer satisfaction with the SBES program. Respondents rated financial challenges as the highest barrier, while overall satisfaction with the program remained high in both 2016 and 2017.
37 70 Mean 8.9 8.8 Don’t know/Refused excluded from calculations Project No. 6138 19 Direct Installation Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report S1b. What was the most important reason you were not more satisfi...
AI summary The text presents a statistical summary and a question from an evaluation of the Direct Installation Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report, focusing on customer satisfaction with the program.
2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report S1b. What was the most important reason you were not more satisfied with the program overall? 2016 2017 Reasons Not More Satisfied with SBES (#) (#) Sample Size 4 10 Dissatisfied with the contractor/ve...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Appendix Report highlights customer dissatisfaction with the SBES program, citing issues such as low incentives, poor installation, excessive paperwork, and lack of cost-effectiveness. The report compares responses from 2016 and 2017, showing an increase in the number of respondents expressing dissatisfaction.
ation took too long - 1 Base: Respondents who were not satisfied with SBES (NOT SATISFIED: S1<8) Multiple responses S2. Using a 10-point scale where 1 is not at all satisfied and 10 is completely satisfied, how satisfied were you with the...
AI summary The text presents survey results from participants in the Southwestern Nova Scotia Energy Services (SBES) program, measuring satisfaction with various aspects such as equipment installation, contractor helpfulness, and the audit process. The data shows high levels of satisfaction across most categories, with mean scores ranging from 8.4 to 9.4.
8.5 AUDIT: The usefulness of the audit report 20 8.4 Don’t know/Not applicable/Refused excluded from calculations Project No. 6138 20 Direct Installation Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report S3. Do you have...
AI summary The text references a DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report from 2017, focusing on the Small Business Energy Solutions program and asking for recommendations for improvement.
2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report S3. Do you have any recommendations for improving the Small Business Energy Solutions program? Anything else? Participant Suggestions for SBES 2016 2017 Sample Size 37 70 Better marketing/awareness 5%...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report discusses participant feedback on the Small Business Energy Solutions (SBES) program, highlighting areas for improvement such as better marketing, improved communication, increased rebates, and simplifying the program. The report also includes an audit path question about pre-installation planning for energy-efficient upgrades.
Energy Auditor, did your organization have plans to install the specific energy-efficient upgrades that were installed as part of the Small Business Energy Solutions program? Did you… FR1a-AU. I just want to make sure I understand - Before...
AI summary The text discusses a survey of participants in the Small Business Energy Solutions program, asking whether they had already decided to install energy-efficient upgrades before the program. The data shows that 40% of respondents had already made the decision prior to the program, while 60% had not.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report FR2- AU. a. [IF FINANCING=NO] Efficiency Nova Scotia gave a rebate to your organization of $[TOTAL ENS REBATE] for the energy-efficient upgrades. If your organization had not rec...
AI summary The document asks respondents whether they would have paid for energy-efficient upgrades without financial assistance from Efficiency Nova Scotia. The data shows that the mean response in 2016 was 3.2 and in 2017 was 3.8 on a scale from 0 to 10, indicating a low likelihood of paying the full cost without support.
Size Would have paid/financed full cost of upgrades 9 3.2 20 3.8 Don’t know/Refused excluded from calculations FR3-AU. Now I would like to ask you to consider what actions your organization would have taken if the Small Business Energy Sol...
AI summary The text presents a survey question asking respondents to consider the actions their organization would have taken if the Small Business Energy Solutions program had not been available, using a scale from 0 to 10 to indicate likelihood.
available. I will read you a few options. For each one, please answer on a scale of 0 to 10, with a 0 indicating that it is “Very Unlikely,” and a 10 indicating that it is “Very Likely.” 2016 2017 Actions Taken in Absence of Program Sample...
AI summary The text presents survey data on the impact of the Small Business Energy Solutions (SBES) program, showing the likelihood of energy-efficient upgrades being postponed or replaced with standard equipment in the absence of the program. Respondents indicate that without SBES, many would have delayed upgrades or used less efficient alternatives.
who would not likely have paid or financed the cost of the energy-efficient upgrades they installed in absence of SBES (FR2-AU a or b ≥5) Base: Respondents who installed more than one measure Project No. 6138 22 Direct Installation Program...
AI summary The text discusses the influence of various factors on the decision to install energy-efficient upgrades, with a focus on the Direct Installation Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation. It references SBES and the importance of financial assistance in enabling such upgrades.
here 0 means “No influence” and 10 means “Great influence”, please rate the importance of each of the following in your organization’s decision to install the energy- efficient upgrades: 2016 2017 Influence on Decision to Install Energy-ef...
AI summary The text presents survey data on the influence of various factors on the decision of organizations to install energy-efficient upgrades, focusing on program rebates, audits, and information provided by contractors and ENS staff. It also includes a question about whether organizations had already decided to install lighting upgrades before learning about the Small Business Energy Solutions Program.
ghting only) FR1-M1. Had your organization already decided to install the energy-efficient lighting upgrades BEFORE learning about the Small Business Energy Solutions Program? [CODE ONE ONLY] FR1a-M1.I just want to make sure I understand -...
AI summary The document inquires whether an organization had already decided to install energy-efficient lighting upgrades before learning about the Small Business Energy Solutions Program and whether they would have paid the full cost of the upgrades without receiving a rebate from Efficiency Nova Scotia.
bate for the energy-efficient lighting upgrades. If your organization had not received the rebate from Efficiency Nova Scotia, would you have paid the full cost of the lighting upgrades? FR2-M1. b [IF REBATE and FINANCING=YES] Efficiency N...
AI summary The text asks respondents about their willingness to pay for energy-efficient lighting upgrades without rebates or financing, and whether they were aware of the certification of lighting products under the Small Business Energy Solution Program.
3d_M1. Were you aware that the lighting products rebated through the Small Business Energy Solution Program are premium products certified by Design Light Consortium or ENERGY STAR®? Aware Lighting Products are Certified by Design Light Co...
AI summary The text discusses a survey related to the Small Business Energy Solutions Program, asking respondents about their awareness of certified lighting products and hypothetical actions if the program had not been available.
available. I will read you a few options. For each one, please answer on a scale of 0 to 10, with a 0 indicating that it is “Very Unlikely,” and a 10 indicating that it is “Very Likely.” 2016 2017 Actions Taken in Absence of SBES Sample Sa...
AI summary The text presents survey data on customer behavior related to lighting upgrades under the Southwestern Nova Scotia Energy Services (SBES) program, focusing on actions taken in the absence of the program and the importance of factors influencing the decision to install energy-efficient lighting upgrades.
10, where 0 means “No influence” and 10 means “Great influence”, please rate the importance of each of the following in your decision to install the energy-efficient lighting upgrades: 2016 2017 Influence on Decision to Install Energy-effi...
AI summary The text presents survey data on the influence of various factors on the decision to install energy-efficient lighting upgrades in 2016 and 2017. Program rebates and on-bill financing are highlighted as significant influences, while contractor and ENS staff information had a moderate impact.
19 4.6 36 4.0 Trade Network Don’t know/Refused excluded from calculations Base: Respondents who received a rebate Base: Respondents who received financing Project No. 6138 25 Direct Installation Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Eval...
AI summary This excerpt from the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report discusses responses to a question about whether organizations had already decided to install energy-efficient HVAC upgrades before learning about the Small Business Energy Solutions Program. The data shows that two out of eight respondents had already made the decision in both 2016 and 2017.
Size Size Would have paid/financed full cost of upgrades 8 3.4 8 4.5 Don’t know/Refused excluded from calculations Project No. 6138 26 Direct Installation Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report FR3-M2. Now I w...
AI summary The text discusses a survey question asking respondents to rate the likelihood of their organization taking certain actions if the Small Business Energy Solutions program had not been available, as part of a 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report.
available. I will read you a few options. For each one, please answer on a scale of 0 to 10, with a 0 indicating that it is “Very Unlikely,” and a 10 indicating that it is “Very Likely.” 2016 2017 Actions Taken in Absence of SBES Sample Sa...
AI summary The text presents survey questions about the likelihood of taking specific actions related to HVAC upgrades in the absence of the SBES program and the importance of factors influencing the decision to install energy-efficient HVAC upgrades.
to 10, where 0 means “No influence” and 10 means “Great influence”, please rate the importance of each of the following in your decision to install the energy-efficient HVAC upgrades: 2016 2017 Influence on Decision to Install Energy-effic...
AI summary The text presents survey data on the influence of various factors on customers' decisions to install energy-efficient HVAC upgrades. It highlights the impact of program on-bill financing, rebates, and information provided by ENS staff and contractors. The data is compared between 2016 and 2017 samples.
6 4.2 8 3.0 Trade Network Don’t know/refused removed from calculations Base: Respondents who received financing Base: Respondents who received a rebate Project No. 6138 27 Direct Installation Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluat...
AI summary The text presents survey data on participation in Efficiency Nova Scotia programs, specifically focusing on previous participation in other ENS programs and its influence on the decision to install energy-efficient upgrades. The data shows an increase in participation from 2016 to 2017.
11% 4% CI2a. Your company’s previous participation in an Efficiency Nova Scotia program was a major factor in the decision to install energy-efficient upgrades in your facility. 2016 2017 Previous Participation in Another ENS Program Compo...
AI summary The text discusses the impact of previous participation in an Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) program on a company's decision to implement energy-efficient upgrades and consider energy efficiency measures before joining the Small Business Energy Solutions program. It includes survey responses from 2016 and 2017.
in that program, you had already considered implementing energy efficiency measures in your facility before participating in Small Business Energy Solutions. 2017 Impact of Previous ENS Program Component Participation (#) Sample Size 11 Ag...
AI summary The text discusses the impact of previous participation in an Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) program on a company's decision-making regarding energy efficiency upgrades. It highlights that prior participation influenced the company's evaluation of cost-effective options for facility improvements.
by participating in that program, a company representative took into account the cost-effectiveness of energy efficient upgrades when evaluating different options for the facility. 2016 2017 Impact of Previous ENS Program Component Partici...
AI summary The text discusses the impact of previous participation in ENS programs and the awareness of energy efficiency promotional materials. It highlights that a majority of respondents agreed on the cost-effectiveness of energy-efficient upgrades and that most had previously seen ENS promotional materials.
11% 7% Don’t know/Refused - 1% CI4a. The energy efficiency promotional materials distributed by Efficiency Nova Scotia were a major factor in your company’s decision to install energy-efficient upgrades. Impact of Previously Seen ENS Energ...
AI summary The text discusses the impact of promotional materials from Efficiency Nova Scotia on customer decisions to install energy-efficient upgrades and consider energy efficiency measures before participating in the Small Business Energy Solutions program. Survey data from 2016 and 2017 shows a significant increase in agreement from 48% to 64%.
upgrades when evaluating different options for the facility. Impact of Previously Seen ENS Energy Efficiency Promotional Materials 2016 2017 Sample Size 33 64 Agree 79% 73% Disagree 21% 25% Don’t know - 2% Base: Respondents who previously...
AI summary The text discusses the impact of ENS energy efficiency promotional materials based on survey responses from 2016 and 2017, with a focus on agreement and disagreement percentages. It also references a 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report related to the Direct Installation Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report F1. What is the main activity of the facility where the energy efficiency improvements were implemented under the Business Energy Solutions Program?
AI summary The text presents a question regarding the main activity of a facility where energy efficiency improvements were implemented under the Business Energy Solutions Program.
in a mix of measures categories that were representative of the program population. The Table 1 below shows the different strata within which projects were randomly selected to constitute the sample. Table 1: Total Number of Projects and S...
AI summary The text describes a sampling methodology for on-site visits, dividing projects into strata based on savings levels. Table 1 outlines the strata, maximum savings, and number of projects sampled for both the 'audit path' and 'DIY path' categories.
5 138,000 15 7 Total 40 15 263 35 3 As of October 2017. Project No. 6138 33 Direct Installation Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report On-site Visit Protocol for Participant Visits The SBES protocol was modell...
AI summary The document outlines the on-site visit protocol for the Direct Installation Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation. It describes how the SBES protocol was modeled after the BER Mail-in protocol, with specific data collection forms for measure-specific information.
f facility: College/ Multi-Unit Res.: Other (Specify): University: Name of Contact Met with: Operation during Peak Period? Yes No If “yes”, determine % Load Operational During Peak _ Period: Early New/No Project type: Replacement: End of U...
AI summary The text provides forms and tables for collecting information about facility operations, heating and cooling systems, and lighting usage as part of an energy efficiency evaluation process. It includes fields for project details, operational hours, and system specifications.
t the site. Cooling System #1 Cooling System #2 % of Cooling Type of System Notes: 3. Facility Operation Hours and Lighting Usage Facility Occupancy Schedule: Please fill the table below for each different occupancy schedule. Business Busi...
AI summary The text outlines forms and tables related to facility operation hours, lighting usage, and measure information for an energy efficiency project. It includes sections for occupancy schedules, lighting operation schedules, and a tracking sheet for lighting measures under the Direct Installation Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
collected with the information in the tracking sheet. Tracking Sheet: Location: Validated Onsite: Is there heating/cooling installed in this Heating location? Cooling The percentage of lighting that remains on when the facility is closed:...
AI summary The document includes a tracking sheet for a lighting assessment project, focusing on baseline and new equipment installed as part of an energy efficiency initiative. It collects data on lighting usage, occupancy sensors, and equipment quantities and wattages.
ing On-Site Tracking On-Site HOU Notes: Sheet validation Sheet validation Baseline equipment Quantity Wattage Additional Type Tracking On-Site Tracking On-Site HOU Info Sheet validation Sheet validation Additional information captured in t...
AI summary The document outlines procedures for capturing additional information in the Notes sections of the Protocol, including details about lamps, fixtures, and dimmable measures. It also mentions the collection of data related to motors and VSDs measures for comparison with tracking sheets as part of the Direct Installation Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Motors and Drives: Motors Total number of motors installed: In the Tracking Validated On- Sheet Site Location: Motor Type: Motor Size [hp]: National Electrical Manufacturers Asso...
AI summary The document provides a template for evaluating motors and drives within the context of an energy efficiency program, including details on motor installations, efficiency ratings, load factors, and the use of variable speed drives (VSDs). It is part of an evaluation report for Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) program.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report What is VSD using as feedback mechanism? (VSD either modulates speed through a range or at fixed setpoints): Specify the hp of the motor controlled by the VSDs: Specify the type...
AI summary The document includes forms and data collection templates related to energy efficiency programs, specifically focusing on Variable Speed Drives (VSDs) and Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems. It requests details on VSD usage, motor horsepower, equipment types, hours of use, and manufacturer information, as well as data on the number of heat pumps and other heating and cooling systems.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Existing Existing Existing New New New HVAC 1 HVAC 2 HVAC 3 HVAC 1 HVAC 2 HVAC 3 AC & Air-Source Heat Pumps Location on site: Manufacturer: Model number: Number of units Space he...
AI summary The document provides a template for evaluating HVAC systems and heat pumps as part of the 2017 DSM Evaluation by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It includes fields for system details, performance metrics, and installation verification.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Existing Existing Existing New New New HVAC 1 HVAC 2 HVAC 3 HVAC 1 HVAC 2 HVAC 3 Hours of use for equipment (Indicate the corresponding schedule number for each section): Heating...
AI summary The document provides forms and data collection templates related to energy efficiency programs, including HVAC systems and water heating, under the Direct Installation Program managed by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It includes fields for equipment use, set points, and system validation.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Collect the information in the table below if commercial kitchen measures were installed. Use on-site observation and contact declaration. Use additional sheets if required. The...
AI summary This document provides a template for collecting data on the installation and usage of commercial dish washers as part of an energy efficiency evaluation. It includes fields for quantity, location, manufacturer, model number, usage, and ENERGY STAR certification.
electricity heated hot water? Validate the equipment is ENERGY STAR certified: Operation [days/year]: Operation [number of racks washed/day]: Single/Multi-tank conveyor commercial dishwasher Project No. 6138 42 Direct Installation Program...
AI summary The text contains forms and data collection templates related to energy efficiency programs, specifically for commercial dishwashers and fryers, including questions about equipment usage, certification, and operational details.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Commercial Refrigeration Interior Volume (ft3) Specify if solid door or glass door: Manufacturer: Model number: Is it a standalone unit? Does it replace an existing solid door re...
AI summary The document contains appendices for the 2017 DSM Evaluation by Efficiency Nova Scotia, focusing on data collection for commercial refrigeration, freezers, and ice makers. It includes fields for equipment specifications, usage, and ENERGY STAR certification validation.
fan controlled by the VSD [hp]: Is the equipment still used? If not, why and since when? Is the equipment controlled by T° and optical sensors located in exhaust hood? Operation [hours/year]: Project No. 6138 46 Direct Installation Program...
AI summary The document provides a template for collecting information on commercial laundry equipment, including details on installation, usage, and technical specifications. It focuses on ENERGY STAR and CEE Tier 2 certified washing machines, including questions about their current use, validation of certification, and operational data.
Size [cubic feet]: Is the equipment used for commercial purpose? Is the equipment still used? If not, why and since when? Validate the equipment is CEE Tier 2 listed: Operation [cycles/week]: Project No. 6138 47 Direct Installation Program...
AI summary The document includes forms and protocols related to energy efficiency programs, specifically the Direct Installation Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It includes data collection forms for commercial washing machines and a protocol for on-site visits during energy audits.
2017 protocol was reviewed and modified slightly based on last year’s evaluation. It included four main categories and a notes section. A more detailed view of the specific questions are listed below. General information: › Site Visit Date...
AI summary The 2017 protocol for the Direct Installation Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's DSM Evaluation was reviewed and slightly modified based on the previous year's evaluation. It includes four main categories and a notes section with specific questions related to general information and SBEA interview details.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Site Information Collected by SBEA: › Does the auditor validate space function and system summary? › Does the auditor understand the facility operations, occupancy schedule, and...
AI summary This document outlines the audit procedures and wrap-up processes conducted by Efficiency Nova Scotia as part of the 2017 DSM Evaluation. It details the information collected during site audits and the follow-up actions taken with clients.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report EFFECTIVE USEFUL LIFE This appendix presents the revised equivalent effective useful life (EUL) of product types offered in the SBES program component. First, the EUL of lighting...
AI summary This section discusses the revised equivalent effective useful life (EUL) of lighting products in the SBES program, including methodology for calculating EUL based on annual hours of use and product specifications. It also mentions changes in regulation and baseline evolution.
2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Table 5: Revised Equivalent Effective Useful Life Values by Lighting Measure Category
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report includes Table 5, which presents revised Equivalent Effective Useful Life Values by Lighting Measure Category. This table is part of a broader evaluation of demand-side management programs and their impact on energy efficiency.
1.3 11.3 Applications Refrigerated Case Strip Lighting 70,000 4,410 15 15.9 15.9 Lighting Project No. 6138 55 Direct Installation Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report Equivalent Rated Life Annual Tracked EUL...
AI summary This section provides data on lighting measures under the Direct Installation Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia, including rated life, annual hours of use, tracked equivalent useful life (EUL), and equivalent EUL for various lighting installations.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report
AI summary This document is an appendix report from Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) Evaluation. It provides an analysis and assessment of the DSM program's performance and outcomes.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report
AI summary This document is an appendix report from the 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) Evaluation conducted by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It provides detailed information on the evaluation of energy efficiency programs and initiatives.
FR3a = (10 - Answer) x 10% would have simply kept your old equipment instead of installing energy- IF DK OR REF: FR3a = EMPTY efficient equipment in your facility? (Scale 0 to 10) MEAN VALUE OF: PA1 Score: (FR2ab; FR3a) FR1. Before having...
AI summary The text outlines a survey question (FR3a) asking respondents to rate the likelihood they would have kept old equipment instead of installing energy-efficient upgrades, with a calculation based on their response. It also includes a conditional scoring mechanism (PA1 Score) based on responses to questions about prior plans to implement energy-efficient upgrades as part of the SBES program.
FR1 = 0% PA2 Score: FR1a FR4. Level of influence – 7 factors (Scale 0 to 10) FR4 = MAX(a; b; c; d; e; f; g) PA3 Score: (10 − FR4) x 10% FR3b. [ASK IF TOTAL MEASURE QTY>1] If the audit, rebate and/or financing had not been offered, what is...
AI summary The text outlines a scoring framework used in the evaluation of the Direct Installation Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation. It includes questions assessing the influence of the program on participants' decisions to install energy-efficient upgrades and their likelihood of postponing such upgrades.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report DIY PATH – LIGHTING FR2ab. If your organization had not received the rebate or the financing FR2ab = Answer x 10% from ENS, would you have paid for the full cost of the lighting...
AI summary This section of the 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report asks respondents about their awareness and likelihood of purchasing premium lighting products without the rebate or financing from Efficiency Nova Scotia's Small Business Energy Solution Program.
MEAN VALUE OF: PA1 Score: (FR2ab; FR3a) IF 1. Yes: Use FR1a FR1. Had your organization already decided to install the energy-efficient IF 2. No OR DK OR REF: lighting system before learning about the SBES program? FR1 = 0% FR1a. [ASK IF FR...
AI summary The text outlines a survey or assessment tool used to evaluate the influence of the SBES program on the installation of energy-efficient lighting systems. It includes questions about pre-existing decisions and the likelihood of installation without program incentives.
ihood that you would have installed FR3b = Answer x 10% exactly the same quantity of lighting products that you installed through the IF DK OR REF: FR3b = EMPTY program? (Scale 0 to 10) FR3c. [ASK IF FR2 a or b ≥5] If the program rebate or...
AI summary The text contains survey questions from a 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report, specifically related to the Direct Installation Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It asks respondents about their likelihood of installing lighting products and postponing HVAC upgrades without program rebates or financing.
FR1 = 0% HVAC upgrades? PA2 Score: FR1 FR4. Level of influence– 5 factors (Scale 0 to 10) FR4 = MAX(a; b; c; d; e) PA3 Score: (10 − FR4) x 10% FR3c. [ASK IF FR2 a or b ≥5] If the program rebate or financing had not been offered, what is th...
AI summary The text outlines a scoring mechanism used in the evaluation of a Direct Installation Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation. It includes factors such as the level of influence, likelihood of postponing HVAC upgrades, and consistency tests to evaluate program effectiveness.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report IF PA4 < MEAN (PA1; PA2; PA3): Free-Ridership MEAN (PA1; PA2; PA3;PA4) OTHERWISE MEAN (PA1; PA2; PA3) CI2/4a. [The company’s previous participation in an ENS program]/[The energy...
AI summary The document discusses the evaluation of Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) program, focusing on factors influencing participants' decisions to install energy-efficient upgrades, including previous company participation and promotional materials from ENS.
istributed by ENS] prompted a company representative to take into account the cost-effectiveness of energy efficient upgrades when evaluating different options for the facility. (Agree or Disagree) IF CI = 0 OR 1: Revised FR = FR Revised F...
AI summary The text discusses the calculation of internal spillover from the SBES program by using participant surveys to assess the implementation of additional energy efficiency measures and their savings. It outlines how the level of influence from the program is used to attribute savings.
lation Algorithms The following algorithms include the parameters required to determine the annual energy savings and the annual peak demand savings associated with a linear lamp replacement measure. kWh 1,000 kW 1,000 Where: › : the exist...
AI summary The text describes algorithms for calculating annual energy and peak demand savings from replacing linear lamps, using parameters such as wattage, hours of use, and interactive effects factors. It also outlines the tracked savings calculation method based on an application submitted by an SBES participant, with an example of replacing 400 W MH fixtures with 200 W high-bay LED fixtures.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report
AI summary This document is an appendix report from Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) Evaluation, providing detailed analysis and findings related to energy efficiency programs and initiatives.
Table 7: Tracked Variables Used in the Calculation Example Baseline Measure – 400W High-bay MH Fixture Parameter Value Source Existing Lamp Quantity 100 Tracking Report Baseline Lamp Wattage (W) 400 Tracking Report Hours of Use (hrs/year)...
AI summary This table compares energy and demand usage between a 400W high-bay metal halide fixture and a 200W high-bay LED fixture, showing energy and demand savings achieved by switching to the more efficient LED fixture. The calculations are based on parameters such as lamp quantity, wattage, hours of use, and interactive effects factors.
Tracked Energy Savings (kWh) 87,360 Tracking Report Tracked Demand Savings (kW) 18.232 Tracking Report Revised Savings Calculation A total of five adjustments were made to the savings calculations based on the site-visit findings. The firs...
AI summary The document details adjustments made to energy savings calculations for a DSM project, including corrections to baseline and efficient wattage values, and revisions to the hours of operation (HOU) and capacity factor (CF) based on site visit findings.
ual total of 2,932.5 hours, and adjusted the CF to 0.5 based on the 6:00 p.m. shut-off. The variables used in the calculation of the revised savings and the final results are listed in Table 8 below.
AI summary The text discusses the calculation of revised savings, adjusting the capacity factor to 0.5 based on a 6:00 p.m. shut-off, with the total hours used being 2,932.5. The variables involved are detailed in Table 8.
ce Factor 0.5 Validated on site Annual Energy Consumption (kWh) 55,131 Calculation Annual Peak Demand (kW) 9.4 Calculation Revised Savings Revised Energy Savings (kWh) 79,178 Calculation Revised Demand Savings (kW) 13.500 Calculation Proje...
AI summary The document discusses the calculation of energy and demand savings for a project under the Direct Installation Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia, including the use of an adjustment ratio algorithm. It also references the 2017 DSM Evaluation and the introduction of new codes and standards in Nova Scotia.
: +1 418 692-4899 www.econoler.com INTRODUCTION OF NEW CODES AND STANDARDS IN NOVA SCOTIA 2017 DSM EVALUATION EFFICIENCY NOVA SCOTIA Final Report March 15, 2018 Codes and Standards Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report ABBREVIA...
AI summary This document is the final report of the 2017 DSM Evaluation conducted by Efficiency Nova Scotia, focusing on the introduction of new codes and standards in Nova Scotia. It includes abbreviations related to energy efficiency, building codes, and industry organizations.
OU Northeast Residential Lighting Hours-of-Use Study NHC New Home Construction NRCan Natural Resources Canada NSP Nova Scotia Power Codes and Standards ii Codes and Standards Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary The document references the Northeast Residential Lighting Hours-of-Use Study, New Home Construction, and Natural Resources Canada, in the context of a 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia under the Codes and Standards section.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which assesses the performance and outcomes of demand-side management programs in the region during that year.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary The document is an evaluation report on the 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) program by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It provides an assessment of the program's performance, outcomes, and impact on energy efficiency and conservation efforts in the region.
spillover, that negatively or positively affect the energy savings attributable to a program. Net-to-gross ratio The ratio of net energy savings to gross energy savings. Codes and Standards iv Codes and Standards Efficiency Nova Scotia 201...
AI summary The text introduces the concept of 'spillover' effects on energy savings from programs and defines the 'net-to-gross ratio' as the ratio of net energy savings to gross energy savings. It references a 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia under the 'Codes and Standards' section.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Errors arising during the course of all survey activities other than sampling. Non-sampling error Non-sampling errors tend to lead to bias in measurements and are very difficult to quantify...
AI summary The document defines key terms related to energy efficiency programs, including non-sampling errors, peak demand savings, tracked savings, and unitary savings, providing clarity on measurement methodologies used in the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
ty (e.g., one-ton capacity Unitary savings of an air-source heat pump) or a participant (e.g., one participant taking part in a behaviour-based program). Codes and Standards v Codes and Standards Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation...
AI summary The text references a 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, discussing codes and standards related to energy efficiency programs. It includes examples of unitary savings and participant involvement in behavior-based initiatives.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which assesses the performance and impact of demand-side management programs in Nova Scotia.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report
AI summary This document is the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, which assesses the performance and impact of demand-side management programs in Nova Scotia.
va Scotia Market ............................................................................................................... 32 Table 38: Codes and Standards Overall Incremental Annual Energy and Peak Demand Savings, 2017 ................
AI summary This report evaluates the 2017 demand-side management (DSM) impact of Codes & Standards (C&S) in Nova Scotia. It is based on secondary data research and interviews with industry associations, government representatives, and retailers, assessing energy efficiency regulations implemented by Natural Resources Canada.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Recommendation International experience and the Evaluator’s own experience suggest that evaluating the energy impact of regulations or policies is usually more difficult than calculating th...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report recommends that evaluating the energy impact of codes and standards (C&S) is more complex than evaluating demand-side management (DSM) programs due to the difficulty in understanding the entire market for targeted products and obtaining detailed market data.
ance Manufacturers or in dollar amounts with Canada or the Atlantic › Clothes washers Region) Interviews with Market Actors From early December 2017 to the end of January 2018, representatives from industry associations and retailers provi...
AI summary The document outlines interviews with industry associations, retailers, and Nova Scotia Power to evaluate the impact of energy efficiency regulations in Nova Scotia. Market size estimates and energy savings were analyzed based on data collected from these interviews and secondary research.
r Air Conditioning 44% 0% 0% Weighted Interactive Effects Factor 100% -17.7% -40.4% 13 Natural Resources Canada, Energy Efficiency Act: Regulations Amending the Energy Efficiency Regulations, September 22, 2011, available at (Last accessed...
AI summary The document discusses energy savings at the meter level, referencing regulations and reports on energy efficiency, including a 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report 3.1.7 At the Meter Energy Savings The Evaluator estimates that the phase-out of incandescent light bulbs in Nova Scotia allowed for achieving a total of 8.425 GWh in energy savings in 2017,...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report estimates that the phase-out of incandescent light bulbs in Nova Scotia resulted in 8.425 GWh of energy savings in 2017, with detailed breakdowns by lamp wattage and energy savings per lamp.
% 0.268 Total 439,761 8.425 3.1.8 At the Meter Peak Demand Savings The peak demand savings correspond to the demand savings that coincide in time with the peak demand of the electricity system. The projected electricity-demand peak period...
AI summary The text discusses peak demand savings during specific hours in Nova Scotia and references the use of on-peak demand-to-energy ratios developed by Navigant in the 2016-2018 DSM Plan. It also mentions a comparison between data from the Residential Lighting Metering Study and literature values for lighting products.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report The study analyzed the hours of use values specifically for the peak demand period of the electricity system for each room type. The results showed that the peak-demand-to-energy ratio prev...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia found that the peak-demand-to-energy ratio for residential lighting was overestimated. It recommends using the NERHOU study's value of 0.162 W/kWh, which has a lower margin of error. The report estimates Nova Scotia’s total peak demand savings at 0.988 MW in 2017.
mends applying the NERHOU study result of 0.162 W/kWh to all indoor and outdoor lamps. As shown in Table 11 below, the Evaluator estimates Nova Scotia’s total peak demand savings at 0.988 MW in 2017. Table 11: Peak Demand Savings Associate...
AI summary The text discusses the application of the NERHOU study result of 0.162 W/kWh to indoor and outdoor lamps, estimating total peak demand savings at 0.988 MW in 2017. It also introduces LED street-lighting as an energy-efficient alternative for Nova Scotia’s municipalities.
just/regulations/regs/eeappliances.htm> (Last accessed February 5, 2018) 19 DMD and Associates Ltd., Energy Efficient Street Lighting Strategies for Nova Scotia Municipalities, July 16,2009, available at (Last accessed February 5, 2018) Co...
AI summary The document discusses the electricity consumption of street lights in Nova Scotia, estimating 88,886,988 kWh annually in 2009. It highlights a significant shift in 2014 when the Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) took ownership of 44,000 street lights, previously managed by NSP, and the subsequent replacement of these lights with LED technology. The contract for replacement was expanded in 2017 due to the discovery of more street lights than originally recorded.
accessed January 29, 2017). 21 NSP, the Nova Scotia Department of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal, and municipalities that own street lights were all contacted as part of this evaluation. Codes and Standards 13 Codes and Standard...
AI summary The evaluation report discusses the replacement of street lighting units with LEDs, using a conservative estimate of energy consumption based on average values. The Evaluator assumed that the least efficient units were replaced first, leading to a calculated reduction in energy use.
rpi.edu/programs/NLPIP/PDF/VIEW/SR_StreetlightsLocal.pdf>, (Last accessed January 5, 2018). 23 DMD & Associates Ltd., Nova Scotia LED Roadway Lighting Pilot Installations, March 19, 2010, available at < http://docshare01.docshare.tips/file...
AI summary The text provides references to various studies and reports on LED roadway lighting, including evaluations by DMD & Associates Ltd. and the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy. It also references Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Evaluation Report, which discusses demand-side management programs.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Although a similar baseline (high-pressure sodium) was used and most methodologies met the Illuminating Engineering Society of North America RP-8-0027 criteria of the American National Stan...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia discusses energy savings from LED street-lighting installations. A conservative estimate of 35% energy savings was used, resulting in 4.966 GWh of annual energy savings from 21,685 LED units installed in 2017.
Class Units Replaced Savings Savings at the Meter in 2017 in 2017 (kWh/unit) (GWh) LED Street Lighting (HRM and NSP) 21,685 229 4.966 Total 21,685 4.966 3.2.7 At the Meter Peak Demand Savings The Evaluator estimates that 1.236 MW was saved...
AI summary The document reports on energy savings achieved through the replacement of traditional street lighting with LED lighting in Nova Scotia. A total of 21,685 units were replaced, resulting in 4.966 GWh of savings at the meter in 2017 and 1.236 MW of peak demand savings, attributed to the high peak coincidence factor of 100% during the winter peak load period.
5summaryofchangesnovascotiabuildingcoderegulation2.p df> (Last accessed February 5, 2018). 31 Nova Scotia Canada, Nova Scotia Building Code Regulations – Made Under Section 4 of the Building Code Act, (Last accessed February 28, 2017). 32...
AI summary The document references the Nova Scotia Building Code Regulations and provides links to related summaries of changes and regulatory texts. It also mentions the Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report, indicating a focus on building codes and demand-side management programs.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Table 16: Key Figures about Nova Scotia’s Building Permits for January through November 2017 Total Value34 Estimated Floor Area ($) (m2) Residential 903,664,000 584,40535 Non-residential 44...
AI summary The document provides data on building permits in Nova Scotia for 2017, highlighting the total value and estimated floor area for residential and non-residential sectors. It notes that commercial construction permits were about one-third the value of residential permits.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Large Buildings, Condos and Apartments Large buildings, apartments and condominiums are now covered by the 2012 Revision of Part 9 of the NBC. Therefore, these categories have been included...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia includes large buildings, apartments, and condominiums under the 2012 NBC Part 9 revision. It estimates 2,336 units built in 2017, with $498.2 million in permits and 294,819 m2 of floor area. The report also estimates commercial sector building permits at $295 million and 109,170 m2 of floor area.
ti-unit residential buildings account for 42 percent of the total savings and large commercial buildings account for 51 percent. 3.3.6 At the Meter Peak Demand Savings Houses and Small Buildings The peak demand savings were calculated usin...
AI summary Residential buildings account for 42% of total savings, while large commercial buildings account for 51%. Peak demand savings were calculated using a ratio of 0.283 MW/GWh, based on data from the 2016-2018 DSM Plan. The regulation introduced in 2017 is estimated to have generated 0.365 MW in peak savings in Nova Scotia.
emand savings were determined by using the average maximum monthly demand reduction for this three- month period. The energy savings used are based on Custom’s New Construction service energy savings. Table 26: Total Peak Demand Savings As...
AI summary The evaluation report discusses peak demand savings associated with the introduction of the Building Code Regulation for various building types, including multi-unit residential, small commercial, large commercial, and industrial buildings. The total peak demand savings were estimated at 0.816 MW, with multi-unit residential and large commercial buildings contributing the majority of the savings.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report 3.5.3 Market Size Estimate The AHAM Canada provided information about refrigerator shipments to Atlantic Canada from 2014 to 2017, and this information was converted into estimates for Nova...
AI summary This section of the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report estimates the refrigerator market size in Nova Scotia based on data from AHAM Canada and NRCan. It uses population share to estimate Nova Scotia's market size and provides a breakdown by refrigerator types.
in energy savings of 0.052 GWh at the meter (see Table 36). Table 36: Energy Savings Associated with Refrigerators New MEPS in the Nova Scotia Market Projected Nova Percentage of Nova Scotia Market Annual Energy Total Energy Product Affect...
AI summary The text discusses energy savings from new MEPS for refrigerators in Nova Scotia, with total annual energy savings of 0.052 GWh in 2017. Peak demand savings were estimated at 0.007 MW using a demand-to-energy ratio from the 2016-2018 DSM Plan.
). Emera Inc., Management’s Discussion & Analysis As at February 10, 2017, http://investors.emera.com/Cache/1500095769.PDF?Y=&O=PDF&D=&fid=1500095769&T=&iid=4072693 (Last accessed December 17, 2017). Codes and Standards 32 Codes and Standa...
AI summary The document discusses the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, focusing on codes and standards related to energy efficiency. It includes a reference to Emera Inc.'s Management Discussion & Analysis from February 2017.
Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Table 38: Codes and Standards Overall Incremental Annual Energy and Peak Demand Savings, 2017 LED New Energy New Energy Code Incandescent Clothes Product Category Street- Code for for Comme...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia presents data on energy and peak demand savings from various product categories, including LED lamps, new energy codes for residential and commercial buildings, and energy-efficient appliances like clothes washers and refrigerators. The report quantifies energy savings at both the meter and generator levels, as well as peak demand reductions.
1.1 1.063 1.1 1.1 Total Peak Demand Savings- at the 1.087 1.293 0.402 0.867 0.371 0.008 4.028 Generator (MW) Codes and Standards 33 Codes and Standards Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report LIST OF APPENDICES The following is p...
AI summary The document discusses the 2017 DSM Evaluation Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, focusing on the introduction of new codes and standards in Nova Scotia. It includes appendices and a table of contents from the report, highlighting recommendations related to energy efficiency and demand-side management.
x Report TABLE OF CONTENTS 2017 RECOMMENDATIONS ........................................................................................... 1 Project No. 6138 ii Codes and Standards Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Rep...
AI summary This appendix outlines the 2017 recommendations made by the Evaluator as part of the 2017 evaluation of Efficiency Nova Scotia's Demand-Side Management (DSM) program. There were no incomplete 2016 recommendations at the time of writing.
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James R. Gogan Direct Dial: (902) 563-5920 E-Mail: [email protected] File No. 41736-53 April 6, 2018 Nova Scotia Utility & Review Board PO Box 1692, Unit “M” Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 3S3 Attention: Doreen Friis, Regulatory Affairs Off...
AI summary EfficiencyOne submits a Supply Agreement and 2019 DSM Resource Plan to the Nova Scotia Utility & Review Board for approval, accompanied by supporting documents including a Rate & Bill Impact Analysis and prior Annual Progress Reports. The application seeks regulatory endorsement of efficiency programs and expenditure plans.
d its Annual Progress Report and Evaluation Reports on March 29, 2018, which form part of the record before the Board in this matter. Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board Page 2 of 3 April 6, 2018 Pursuant to the Electricity Plan Implement...
AI summary NS Power and EfficiencyOne are required under the Electricity Plan Implementation Act to enter a 2019 DSM Supply Agreement with a $34.05M expenditure cap. The agreement, negotiated under Section 79 of the Public Utilities Act, mirrors the 2016-2018 DSM Supply Agreement and incorporates legislative requirements, including the EPIA's one-year term extension.
CA will be provided by EfficiencyOne to NS Power. It incorporates the requirements of the Act, with the exception of the term of one year in accordance with the EPIA, which provide that the Agreement: (a) Not be terminable or terminated un...
AI summary EfficiencyOne will provide a contract to NS Power under the EPIA, with terms excluding a one-year termination clause. The 2019 DSM targets align with the 2016-2018 plan, incorporating quarterly performance reporting on energy savings and spending. Pilots and stakeholder collaboration are emphasized in the 2019 plan.
a Utility and Review Board Page 3 of 3 April 6, 2018 • Program impact and process evaluations, including evaluated savings results, Delivery Agent input and participant feedback. EfficiencyOne recognizes it is desirable that all stakeholde...
AI summary EfficiencyOne seeks approval for a supply agreement with NS Power for electricity efficiency and a 2019 DSM Resource Plan, emphasizing stakeholder engagement and affordability. The Breton Law Group represents EfficiencyOne in the proceeding.
e Management (“DSM”) Resource Plan NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO: The Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (“UARB” or “the Board”) 1. EfficiencyOne is the holder of the Franchise issued by the Minister of Energy on November 28, 2014 effective J...
AI summary EfficiencyOne seeks Board approval for a one-year 2019 Supply Agreement with NS Power under the Public Utilities Act and Electricity Plan Implementation (2015) Act, following an existing 2016-2018 agreement. The application cites statutory requirements for electricity efficiency and conservation services.
ers appropriate. 6. In support of this Application is filed the Evidence of EfficiencyOne, which includes Appendices A through D containing additional materials supporting the Application. 7. On the Evidence filed in support of this Applic...
AI summary EfficiencyOne seeks regulatory approval for a 2019 supply agreement with Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSPI) to implement electricity efficiency and conservation activities. The application cites public interest and includes supporting evidence with appendices A-D. The agreement is effective January 1, 2019.
13 and 14 EfficiencyOne 15 16 Effective Date - January 1, 2019 Supply Agreement for Compliance Filing EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM FILING 2019 Supply Agreement 1 Table of Contents 2 1. INTERPRETATION .. ........... ..................... ...... ....
AI summary The document outlines a supply agreement for EfficiencyOne's 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) filing, effective January 1, 2019. It includes terms related to electricity efficiency and conservation activities, pricing, compliance, and other contractual obligations.
Title: Karen Huti President & CEO Witnes~ 9 - = / Per~ .=LcJ-6 Title: David Landrigan VP. CommerrJaJ EFFICIENCYONE Per: Name: Witness Title: Per: Witness Name: Title: 3 4 19 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Supply Agreement fol' Complian...
AI summary The document includes witness information and a schedule related to the 2019 DSM Plan filing under the Electricity Efficiency and Conservation Act. It outlines compliance filing requirements and references EfficiencyOne as a participant.
Supply Agreement for Compliance Filing 33 Schedule B (Page 2 of 2) 34 Compensation 35 36 II. Payments 37 In accordance with Section 4.3 of the Agreement, the monthly payments to be made by 38 NSPI to EfficiencyOne over the Term shall be as...
AI summary This section outlines the monthly payments to be made by Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSPI) to EfficiencyOne under their agreement, with amounts specified for each month of 2019 and a total of $34,050,000. The payments exclude HST, which is to be remitted separately.
- 3- EFFICIENCVONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Supply Agreement for Compliance Filing 45 SCHEDULE C 46
AI summary The document references the 2019 DSM Plan filing and includes a schedule related to a supply agreement for compliance filing, indicating the submission of materials related to demand-side management programs.
47 Performance Requirements 48 I. UARB-APPROVED PERFORMANCE TARGETS, THRESHOLDS, AND 49 INDICATORS 50 51 a) Performance Targets and Thresholds: 52 i. EfficiencyOne is deemed to be in substantial compliance with the UARB- 53 approved Plan P...
AI summary The document outlines UARB-approved performance targets, thresholds, and indicators for EfficiencyOne. It specifies that 90% achievement on two key performance targets—incremental annual net energy savings and peak demand savings—is required for substantial compliance. If targets are not met, a regulatory process will be initiated. Additional indicators include lifetime savings, ratepayer benefits, spending, customer satisfaction, and low-income program metrics.
low income program participation, expenditures, and savings 74 through a variety of methods, including estimation based on geographic 75 census information. 76 77 Supply Agreement for Compliance Filing - 4- EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILI...
AI summary The document outlines a confidentiality and non-disclosure agreement between EfficiencyOne and Nova Scotia Power Incorporated, related to a supply agreement for electricity efficiency and conservation activities. It references relevant legislation and the role of the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board.
ify the manner in which any Confidential 28 Information disclosed by one Party ("Disclosing Party") to the other is to be treated by 29 the recipient of the Confidential Information ("Recipient"); 30 In consideration of the agreements of t...
AI summary The text outlines provisions for handling confidential information disclosed between parties in a supply agreement related to the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing. It establishes terms for how the recipient must treat such information.
-W' EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FJLING Supply Agreement for Compliance Filing 1 2 Confidential Information
AI summary The document appears to be a compliance filing related to the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan, including a supply agreement. It contains confidential information and is part of a regulatory proceeding.
t concerning the foregoing and which has been 23 identified by the Party providing the information as confidential at the time it is 24 initially provided, whether printed or electronic. Confidential Information may also 25 include any pas...
AI summary This text outlines the terms of a supply agreement regarding the handling of confidential information related to the EECA and the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan Filing. The agreement specifies the permitted use, protection, and non-disclosure of confidential information.
ly 40 Agreement unless superceded by another form of writing, and notwithstanding 41 the return of any Confidential Information or any other event, shall continue in full Supply Agreement for Compliance Filing - 3- EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM P...
AI summary This section of the Supply Agreement outlines the duration of the agreement, the acknowledgment of potential irreparable harm from breaches, and the right to seek equitable remedies. It also addresses the return of confidential information and the survival of certain provisions after termination.
nt (directly or indirectly) 5 under any patent, discovery, copyright, or other intellectual or industrial property 6 right now or in the future . 7 Indemnity 8 13. The Recipient shall indemnify and hold the Disclosing Party harmless from a...
AI summary This document includes a supply agreement between EfficiencyOne and Nova Scotia Power Incorporated, governed by Nova Scotia law, and mentions the 2019 DSM Plan filing. The agreement outlines terms for indemnity and binding obligations.
Agreement for Compliance Filing -5- EFFICJENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Supply Agreement for Compliance Filing 1 SCHEDULE "A" to CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENT 2 3 UNDERTAKING 4 5 I _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ , HAVE READ AND 6 AGREE TO ABIDE...
AI summary The document contains a compliance filing related to the 2019 DSM Plan by EfficiencyOne, including a confidentiality agreement and a schedule for the EECA Plan subject to approval by the UARB.
ndix A This page intentionally left blank EFFICIENCY ONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix A
AI summary This document is an appendix to the Efficiency One 2019 DSM Plan filing, which outlines demand-side management initiatives in Nova Scotia. It contains a blank page, indicating the start of the appendix section.
Page 1 of24 EFflCIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN JIILJNG Appendix A
AI summary The document pertains to the 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan, which is part of a broader efficiency initiative. It includes an appendix, likely containing supporting information or detailed data related to the plan.
1 • Market conditions (e.g. program and measure saturation); 2 • Operational data; and 3 • Program impact and process evaluations, including evaluated savings results, 4 Delivery Agent input and paiticipant feedback. 5 6 The 20 I 9 DSM Res...
AI summary The 2019 DSM Resource Plan outlines the programs and investment targets for demand-side management, continuing a trend of evolving programs to achieve cost-effective energy and demand savings. The plan is developed in line with the Public Utilities Act and includes components for residential, business, and non-profit customers, as well as enabling strategies.
Page 2 of24 EFFICIENCY ONE 2019 USM PLAN FILING Appendix A
AI summary The document is an appendix to the Efficiency One 2019 USM Plan Filing. It provides supporting information for the plan, though the specific content of the appendix is not detailed in the provided text.
1 Table I presents program investment budgets and targets for the planned 2019 portfolio. 2 Table 1 - 2019 DSM Resource Plan Savings aud Investment Incremental Incremental Annual Lifetime Net Annual Net Net Demand First Year Lifetime Inves...
AI summary The text presents program investment budgets and targets for the 2019 DSM Resource Plan, including details on energy savings, investment amounts, and unit costs for residential and business, nonprofit, and institutional programs.
0.278 0.020 Business, Nonprofit and Institutional Pmgmms Efficient Product Rebates 5.2 32.5 380.3 5.1 0.160 0.014 Custom Incentives 6.1 34.3 427.2 3.6 0.176 0.014 Direct hlstal!ation 4.1 9.3 118.4 1.5 0.443 0.035 l3NJ Total 15.4 76.1 925.8...
AI summary The text presents program data for Business, Nonprofit and Institutional Programs, including Efficient Product Rebates, Custom Incentives, and Direct Installation, along with Enabling Strategies such as Education & Outreach and Development & Research. The data includes metrics like participation numbers, costs, and other related figures.
obtained from lighting in the coming years, as discussed at recent DSM Advisory Group 21 meetings. The approved 2016-2018 Plan included the same trend, via an increased focus on DATE FILED: April 6, 2018 Page 3 of24 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM...
AI summary The document references the 2016-2018 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan and mentions a focus on obtaining benefits from lighting, as discussed in recent DSM Advisory Group meetings. It also mentions the filing of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan.
Page 3 of24 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix A
AI summary This document is Appendix A of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan Filing, which outlines the Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan for the year 2019. It provides details on programs and initiatives aimed at improving energy efficiency and reducing electricity consumption.
1 programs with lower savings from lighting measures, when compared with previous years. 2 As such, the 2019 Plan continues that desired trend. 3 The energy savings unit cost for the 2019 Plan is $0.268/kWh, compared to the average for 4 t...
AI summary The 2019 DSM Plan has a higher energy savings unit cost ($0.268/kWh) compared to the 2016-2018 Plan due to increased Enabling Strategies budget, a shift in energy savings portfolio, and lower savings from lighting upgrades in 2016.
savings portfolio, with less savings coming from lighting projects. 20 • 2016 Energy Savings from Lighting Upgrades. 2016 had the lowest unit cost 21 in recent years, at $0.224/kWh. One of the primary reasons for a lower unit cost 22 in th...
AI summary The 2016 Energy Savings from Lighting Upgrades program had a lower unit cost due to significant over-performance by the Instant Savings program, which achieved much higher energy savings than targeted. The savings were mainly from A-series LEDs, a trend not expected to continue in 2019 as ENS seeks to diversify its portfolio.
Page 4 of24 EFFICIENCY ONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix A
AI summary This document is Appendix A of the Efficiency One 2019 DSM Plan Filing, which outlines the details of the Demand Side Management Plan submitted for regulatory review.
ents which are available to all 6 homeowners and renters across the province: 7 • Appliance Retirement; and 8 • Instant Savings. 9 10 Appliance Retirement seeks to responsibly decommission and recycle functioning, but less- 11 efficient, h...
AI summary The text discusses two energy efficiency programs by ENS: Appliance Retirement and Instant Savings. Appliance Retirement involves decommissioning inefficient appliances and is expected to achieve fewer savings in 2019 due to market saturation. Instant Savings offers in-store rebates for energy-efficient products, with a focus on LED lighting market transformation.
A key consideration for 2019 will be the market evolution of LED lighting technologies. 29 One of Instant Savings' intents is to help transfmm the LED lighting market to the point DATE FILED: April 6, 2018 Page 6 of24 EFFICIENCY ONE 2019 D...
AI summary The 2019 DSM Plan discusses the evolution of LED lighting markets and the role of rebates in promoting energy efficiency. The plan aims to transition to a point where rebates may no longer be necessary as market conditions change. Research from 2017 and 2018 will inform rebate decisions, potentially leading to the removal of some rebates.
e appropriate. Incentive setting research completed in 2017 and 2018 will 4 help inform decisions on rebate levels, and may result in some rebates being removed from 5 products. 6 7 ENS anticipates an increase in 2019 net incremental energ...
AI summary ENS anticipates a decrease in energy savings from the Instant Savings program in 2019 due to reduced savings from A-series LEDs, which dominated savings in previous years. To offset this, ENS plans to diversify its energy efficiency portfolio and explore new technologies to help homeowners and renters reduce electricity bills.
. 28 29 The Existing Residential program includes a variety of energy efficient upgrade options for 30 customers. For example, homeowners are encouraged to complete upgrades to their DATE FILED: April 6, 2018 Page 7 of24 EFFICIENCY ONE 201...
AI summary The Existing Residential program offers energy-efficient upgrade options for customers, with a focus on building envelope and HVAC improvements. ENS has added new measures and reduced barriers to participation, increasing energy-saving targets for certain components like Home Energy Assessment and Green Heat.
ENS offers the direct installation of lower-cost energy saving technologies (e.g., lighting, 8 domestic hot water system upgrades, and smart power strips) for homeowners and renters. 9 10 In 2019, ENS will continue to use DSM funds to supp...
AI summary ENS provides energy efficiency programs such as direct installation of energy-saving technologies and home energy assessments. A First Nations pilot program is supported by DSM funds, aiming to deliver energy savings in Band-owned homes. The Home Energy Assessment program, partnered with NRCan-approved organizations, helps homeowners identify and implement energy-saving upgrades.
28 understanding of the various energy-saving options for their home, along with a desire to 29 make significant changes to their electricity bills, are encouraged to participate. 30 DATE FILED: April 6, 2018 Page 8 of24 EFFICIENCYONE 2019...
AI summary The 2019 DSM Plan filing discusses the increased energy-saving target for the Home Energy Assessment program, which is nearly double the 2016 results. It also highlights the Green Heat program, which provides incentives for efficient heating systems without requiring a home visit, and mentions efforts to review and test new technologies to encourage electricity efficiency.
cy and conservation activities, 11 including other existing or emerging technologies. Effotts will also be investigated and 12 tested to encourage greater patticipation. 13 14 Similar to Home Energy Assessment, the 2019 energy saving targe...
AI summary The 2019 DSM Plan filing outlines energy efficiency initiatives, including the Home Energy Assessment and Green Heat programs, with increased energy-saving targets and continued incentives such as rebates and financing. Efficient Product Installation merges two components to provide low-cost energy upgrades across residential and rental properties.
l 6, 20 I 8 Page 9 of24 EFFICIENCY ONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix A 1 Scotia. Both components were effective in past years, helping tens of thousands of Nova 2 Scotians to-date. 3 Any homeowner or renter (via their landlord) in Nova Sco...
AI summary The Efficiency One 2019 DSM Plan filing discusses eligibility for free energy-efficient product installations in Nova Scotia, including lighting and electric domestic hot water system upgrades. ENS estimates the saturation level for these installations to be around 33% by the end of 2017.
vel of energy savings is significant in New Residential. 28 For these reasons, ENS will continue its efforts to grow its energy savings from the New 29 Residential program. DA TE FILED: April 6, 2018 Page 10 of24 EFFICIENCY ONE 2019 DSM PL...
AI summary The document discusses ENS's commitment to increasing energy savings through the New Residential program, highlighting the significance of energy savings in this segment. It is part of the 2019 DSM Plan filing.
: April 6, 2018 Page 10 of24 EFFICIENCY ONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix A
AI summary This document is part of the Efficiency One 2019 DSM Plan filing, which outlines demand-side management initiatives for the year 2019. It includes details on programs aimed at improving energy efficiency and reducing electricity consumption.
is is another strategy to help diversify energy savings. 23 24 3. BUSINESS, NON-PROFIT AND INSTITUTIONAL (BNI) PROGRAMS AND 25 SERVICES 26 27 The BNI programs provide a combination of technical, educational, and financial support 28 to hel...
AI summary The text discusses the Business, Non-Profit, and Institutional (BNI) programs and services that provide technical, educational, and financial support to help customers incorporate energy efficiency into their businesses, including influencing short-term decisions and long-term business practices.
7 In 2019, ENS will continue to leverage and grow the support of qualified industry 8 professionals to promote and deliver BNI initiatives. These professionals have existing 9 relationships and the required experience and expertise in thei...
AI summary In 2019, ENS plans to continue working with qualified industry professionals to promote energy efficiency initiatives, particularly through the Efficiency Trade Network (ETN). The BNI sector will have access to programs like Efficient Product Rebates, Custom Incentives, and Direct Installation, which are based on the 2016-2018 DSM Resource Plan and will evolve with market conditions.
(rebates or financing) to purchase approved energy efficient products. The rebates provided 30 for each product are in most cases prescriptive, set in advance, and based on the energy DATE FILED: April 6, 2018 Page 12 of24 EFFICIENCY ONE 2...
AI summary The 2019 DSM Plan filing outlines a rebate program for energy-efficient products, offering prescriptive rebates based on product performance and standard application, with options for point-of-purchase discounts or mail-in applications. Adjustments may be made based on actual installed conditions.
7 A variety of measures are supported in this program. The list of measures will continue to 8 evolve over time, and is expected to include measures such as: lighting; HVAC systems and 9 controls; agricultural equipment; variable speed dri...
AI summary The document outlines the Efficient Product Rebates program and its focus on energy-efficient measures, including lighting, HVAC systems, and others. It also describes the Custom Incentives program and its components, such as Energy Management Information Systems (EMIS) and Strategic Energy Management (SEM). The program aims to support energy efficiency in various sectors and will update incentives based on market trends and technology adoption.
owing three program components: 27 • Custom; 28 • Energy Management Infmmation Systems (EMIS); and 29 • Strategic Energy Management (SEM). 30 DATE FILED: April 6, 2018 Page 13 of24 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix A 1 The Custom...
AI summary The document outlines the three components of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan, including the Custom Incentives program, which provides tailored support for complex energy-saving projects that are not covered by other programs.
Custom Incentives participants are generally recruited via networking, referrals and direct 30 contact. On-Site Energy Managers (OEMs) also play an impmtant role in identifying DATE FILED: April 6, 2018 Page 14 of24 EFFICIENCY ONE 2019 DSM...
AI summary The document discusses the Custom Incentives program, highlighting how participants are recruited through networking and referrals, and the role of On-Site Energy Managers (OEMs) in identifying projects. It notes that due to the complexity of upgrades, there can be long lead times. The program will continue in 2019 with growing targets and a focus on diversifying energy savings.
This is another method by which ENS intends to 11 further diversify its energy savings, as the level of lighting savings from Custom will 12 continue to be relatively low. 13 14 3.3 Directlnstallation 15 16 The Direct Installation program...
AI summary The text discusses ENS's strategy to diversify energy savings through the Direct Installation program, also known as Small Business Energy Solutions (SBES), which offers incentives and financing to small businesses and other participants for installing energy-efficient measures.
6, 2018 Page 15 of24 EFFICIENCYONll 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Ap11endix A 1 A variety of measures are included in SBES, such as: lighting, building envelope, HV AC 2 upgrades, and upgrades to kitchen and laundry facilities. SBES will continue t...
AI summary The 2019 DSM Plan includes various energy efficiency measures such as lighting, building envelope upgrades, and kitchen and laundry facility improvements. Enabling Strategies, including education, research, and government collaboration, are highlighted as essential to meeting energy savings targets.
Development and Research; and 16 • Other Enabling Strategies (Capacity Building, Working with Governments and 17 Regulatory Affairs). 18 19 Enabling Strategies make possible future savings within programs and services by meeting 20 the fol...
AI summary The document outlines Enabling Strategies aimed at increasing awareness and participation in Demand Side Management (DSM) programs in Nova Scotia. These strategies focus on education, innovation, and market transformation to drive energy efficiency and support the 2019 DSM Plan.
ation and Outreach activities. Rather, energy savings are captured 4 through paiticipation in the individual DSM programs that benefit from these broader 5 activities. 6
AI summary The text discusses how energy savings are achieved through participation in individual Demand Side Management (DSM) programs, which benefit from broader outreach and education activities.
7 By creating a culture of efficiency throughout the province, Nova Scotians learn how and 8 why it is important to adopt energy efficient behaviours that will benefit themselves and 9 their communities. This behaviour change will encourag...
AI summary The text discusses education and outreach strategies for promoting energy efficiency in Nova Scotia, emphasizing behavior change, participation in DSM programs, and public engagement through various activities and initiatives aimed at reducing energy use and costs.
mmitments to energy efficiency; 27 • Connecting potential customers to relevant programs and services; and 28 • Learning from customers, to ensure their experiences and advice are 29 inc01porated to continuously improve programs and servic...
AI summary The text outlines commitments to energy efficiency, connecting potential customers to relevant programs and services, and learning from customers to continuously improve programs and services.
6, 2018 Page 17 of24 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix A
AI summary This document is the Appendix A of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan Filing, which outlines the demand-side management plan for the year 2019. It provides details on programs and strategies aimed at improving energy efficiency and reducing electricity demand.
1 The following initiatives suppmt the strategies identified above: 2 • Continual enhancement of ENS's website to expand the availability of 3 technical information, program materials, assistance, and links to other 4 resources; 5 • Comple...
AI summary The initiatives include enhancing ENS's website, using social media, sharing success stories, developing the Efficiency Trade Network, building partnerships, attending events, and supporting Green Schools Nova Scotia to increase energy efficiency program participation and awareness.
ng youth about energy efficiency and to create a 22 culture of efficiency in Nova Scotia; 23 • Monitoring media stories relating to energy efficiency; 24 • Suppmiing the development of energy efficiency courses at post-secondary 25 institu...
AI summary The document outlines initiatives by ENS to promote energy efficiency in Nova Scotia, including youth education, media monitoring, course development at post-secondary institutions, and community workshops. It also highlights research and development efforts to support DSM programs and improve customer engagement.
h and development initiatives; and 8 • improve customer service and engagement through Customer Relationship 9 Management via development activities. 10 11 4.2.1 Research 12 13 Throughout 2019, ENS will conduct research to gain further mar...
AI summary ENS plans to conduct market research in 2019 to understand emerging technologies and improve program offerings. Research will focus on incentive levels and support the evolution of energy efficiency programs, ensuring participant satisfaction and effectiveness.
, 2018 Page 19 of24 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix A 1 Additional research efforts will include an ongoing examination of the trends of ENS 2 activities. Understanding the successes and challenges of ENS effotts is critical to...
AI summary The text discusses additional research efforts aimed at examining the trends of ENS activities to identify areas for improvement, such as achieving deeper energy savings per participant or realizing cost savings in program promotion and delivery.
tomers achieve deeper savings (higher energy savings per participant), or enable 5 ENS to realize cost savings in the promotion and delivery of its programs. 6 7 4.2.2 Development 8 9 ENS will continue working with First Nations communitie...
AI summary ENS plans to continue working with First Nations communities on energy efficiency projects and develop demand reduction pilots in 2019. These initiatives aim to reduce peak demand, lower electricity bills for demand-billed customers, and help NS Power manage increasing demand growth in Nova Scotia.
e Public Utilities Act (s. 79A(b) (iii)] defines electricity efficiency and conservation activities as including activities that reduce demand during NS Power's periods of highest demand. DATE FILED: April 6, 2018 Page 20 of24 EFFICIENCYON...
AI summary The document references the Public Utilities Act, defining electricity efficiency and conservation activities as those that reduce demand during NS Power's peak periods. It also discusses the 2019 DSM Plan, including demand reduction pilots and a $1.0 million budget for exploring and implementing demand-focused activities in collaboration with NS Power.
ation with NS Power for potential future DSM programs. The 2019 8 budget includes $1.0 million for exploring demand reduction and developing and 9 implementing pilot activities. 10 11 Although planning is in the early stages, ENS is consid...
AI summary ENS is exploring potential future DSM programs with NS Power, including two demand reduction pilots targeting residential and BNI customers. The 2019 budget allocates $1.0 million for these activities, aiming to demonstrate benefits such as decreased capacity costs and access to time-of-use rates.
ENS will continue to train Delivery Agents to directly answer participant inquiries and 28 provide energy efficiency infmmation related to the relevant services for each participant. DATE FILED: April 6, 2018 Page 22 of24 EFFICIENCYONE 201...
AI summary ENS will continue training Delivery Agents to provide energy efficiency information and will build industry capacity through events and training opportunities for ETN members in 2019.
nclude working with the Evaluation and Verification Consultants to facilitate their 23 effmts and pursuing commitments arising from the 2019 DSM Resource Plan regulatory 24 process. DATE FILED: April 6, 2018 Page 24 of24 EfficiencyOne IN T...
AI summary The document outlines EfficiencyOne's filing related to the 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan and the establishment of a supply agreement for electricity efficiency and conservation activities with Nova Scotia Power Inc. under the Public Utilities Act.
FILED April 6, 2018 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING EVIDENCE
AI summary The document is a filing related to the EfficiencyOne 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan, submitted on April 6, 2018, and includes evidence supporting the plan.
................................... 21 4.2 Electronic Technical Reference Manual.......................................................................... 22 5. CONCLUSION ......................................................................
AI summary The document outlines the 2019 DSM Plan filing by EfficiencyOne, including proposed annual progress reports, performance indicators, resource plan savings, investment details, and forward-looking rate and bill impact analysis.
ii EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING EVIDENCE
AI summary The text refers to the submission of the EfficiencyOne 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan filing and mentions evidence related to it. It does not provide detailed content or arguments from the proceeding.
1 1. INTRODUCTION 2 3 This Evidence is in support of an electricity Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource 4 Plan (2019 DSM Resource Plan) to supply Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) with 5 electricity efficiency and conservation activities...
AI summary This document is an application for a 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan, submitted by EfficiencyOne on behalf of Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) to the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (UARB). The plan is based on a continuation approach under the Electricity Plan Implementation (2015) Act, which supports NS Power’s Rate Stability Period of 2017-2019.
der the Public Utilities Act. The Electricity Plan 25 Implementation (2015) Act and resulting continuation approach are discussed in section 26 1.1.6 of this Evidence. 1 Public Utilities Act, RSNS 1989, c 380, s. 79. DATE FILED: April 6, 2...
AI summary The document references the Public Utilities Act and the Electricity Plan Implementation (2015) Act, noting that the continuation approach is discussed in section 1.1.6 of the evidence. The filing is related to the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan.
2018 Page 1 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING EVIDENCE
AI summary The document outlines the 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan filing by EfficiencyOne, which includes evidence related to energy efficiency programs and initiatives.
1 1.1 Background 2 3 The responsibility and accountability for DSM administration transferred from NS Power 4 to Efficiency Nova Scotia Corporation (ENSC) effective October 1, 2010. ENSC submitted 5 its first DSM Plan filing, the 2012 DSM...
AI summary In 2010, DSM administration responsibilities transferred from NS Power to ENSC, which submitted its first DSM Plan in 2011. The 2013-2015 DSM Plan was filed in 2012, with a settlement agreement approved in 2012. Revisions to the Public Utilities Act in 2015 led to ENSC’s dissolution and the creation of an ENS franchise awarded to EfficiencyOne, with NS Power now responsible for cost-effective energy efficiency activities.
t to supply Nova 27 Scotia Power Incorporated with reasonably available, cost-effective electricity 28 efficiency and conservation activities” (s. 79C(2)(a)); 2 Electricity Efficiency and Conservation Restructuring (2014) Act, SNS 2014, c...
AI summary The document references the Electricity Efficiency and Conservation Restructuring (2014) Act, which mandates the provision of reasonably available and cost-effective electricity efficiency and conservation activities. It also mentions the filing of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan.
18 Page 2 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING EVIDENCE
AI summary The document refers to the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing and mentions evidence related to it. It is part of a regulatory proceeding involving demand-side management programs.
n initial agreement.6 In 2015 only, the legislation limited the dollar amount to be spent 25 on electricity efficiency and conservation activities to not more than $35 million, plus any 3 Public Utilities Act, supra note 1 at s 79Q(1). 4 I...
AI summary The text references legislation limiting the amount that can be spent on electricity efficiency and conservation activities to $35 million annually, with citations to the Public Utilities Act and the Electricity Plan Implementation (2015) Act. It also mentions the filing of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan.
Page 3 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING EVIDENCE 1 over-recovery of funds by ENSC from 2013.7 2 3 EfficiencyOne filed its 2015 DSM Resource Plan with the UARB on May 14, 2014 and the 4 UARB approved a Settlement Agreement on Septem...
AI summary EfficiencyOne submitted multiple DSM Resource Plans to the UARB, with the 2015 plan being a continuation based on historical data and the 2016-2018 plan using full resource modelling. The UARB approved agreements and a compliance filing, with some issues deferred for resolution outside the regulatory process.
r resolution outside the regulatory hearing 19 process. In addition, the Consensus Agreement specified a collaborative approach to 20 determining cost allocation and recovery. 7 Ibid at s. 79R(1). 8 The Consensus Agreement was signed by Ef...
AI summary The text discusses a Consensus Agreement and a Quantum Agreement related to electricity efficiency and conservation activities between EfficiencyOne and Nova Scotia Power. These agreements outline a collaborative approach to cost allocation and recovery, and were signed by various stakeholders including the Consumer Advocate and the Ecology Action Centre.
of a final agreement between the parties, and approval of a 2016-2018 Demand Side Management Resource Plan (12 Aug 2015), 2015 NSUARB 204 at para 27 and Appendix C (available on CanLII). DATE FILED: April 6, 2018 Page 4 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE...
AI summary The text refers to the approval of a 2016-2018 Demand Side Management Resource Plan and cites a 2015 NSUARB decision. It also mentions the filing of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan and relates to evidence in a regulatory proceeding.
1 Following the UARB’s approval of this Consensus Agreement, NS Power initiated a 2 regulatory process (M07151) to determine the appropriate cost allocation and recovery 3 mechanisms for the 2016-2018 DSM Resource Plan. Changes to the Publ...
AI summary Following the UARB’s approval of a Consensus Agreement, NS Power initiated a regulatory process (M07151) to determine cost allocation and recovery mechanisms for the 2016-2018 DSM Resource Plan. Changes to the Public Utilities Act removed NS Power’s ability to collect a DSM Cost Recovery Rider and made ENS a fuel supplier. The Electricity Plan Implementation (2015) Act introduced a continuation approach for the 2019 DSM investment, setting a cap of $34,050,000 and extending the ENS Grant of Franchise.
a one-year 23 continuation plan, similar in concept to the approved DSM Plan for the 2015 transition year. 24 This is an exception to the typical three-year plan required under the Public Utilities Act. 25 To align with the continuation ye...
AI summary The document discusses a one-year continuation plan for the DSM Plan, an exception to the usual three-year requirement under the Public Utilities Act. It also references the franchise extension to 2025, which will require subsequent DSM Resource Plans to follow the three-year framework and use the Standardized Filing Framework.
urce Plans will be 4 three-year agreements, in compliance with the Public Utilities Act. EfficiencyOne will 5 utilize the Standardized Filing Framework for these agreements. 12 In accordance with the Consensus Agreement to the 2016-2018 DS...
AI summary The document discusses the establishment of a Standardized Filing Framework for future applications to approve a DSM Supply Agreement, in compliance with the Public Utilities Act and the Consensus Agreement to the 2016-2018 DSM Resource Plan. The framework was filed with the UARB as part of a Settlement Agreement in 2016.
il 6, 2018 Page 8 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING EVIDENCE
AI summary The document refers to the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan Filing and mentions evidence related to it. The context suggests that this filing is part of a regulatory proceeding and may involve discussions around demand-side management programs.
1 2.2 Treatment of Rate and Bill Impact Analysis 2 3 ENS has conducted a forward-looking Rate and Bill Impact Analysis (RBIA) for the 2019 4 DSM Resource Plan as it normally would with a new multi-year Plan filing. The analysis 5 shows tha...
AI summary ENS has conducted a Rate and Bill Impact Analysis (RBIA) for the 2019 DSM Resource Plan, showing that expected rate and bill effects are in line with previously approved DSM activities. The planned DSM spending is less than DSM cost recovery in 2019 rates, meaning no incremental costs will need recovery after the Rate Stabilization Period. A historical RBIA will also be filed in October 2019, and ENS will continue working with the DSM Advisory Group and Synapse to improve the model.
, the Evaluator may use the previous year’s unitary savings values, realization 25 rates, and/or installation rates. For newer program components and those with recent 26 changes or more variable savings parameters, the Evaluator will desi...
AI summary The text outlines the evaluation process for energy and demand savings under the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan, noting that previous year's data may be used for consistency, while new or changed program components require a full evaluation to ensure accuracy and continuous improvement.
6, 2018 Page 9 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING EVIDENCE
AI summary This document pertains to the filing of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan and includes evidence related to the proceeding. The focus is on demand-side management programs and their implementation.
Quarterly Reports, including: 29 • Quarterly and year-to-date (YTD) highlights (comparison of targets, mid-course 30 adjustments, and results by program); DATE FILED: April 6, 2018 Page 10 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING EVIDENCE...
AI summary The document outlines the structure of quarterly and annual reporting requirements for EfficiencyOne's 2019 DSM Plan, including YTD investment, sector highlights, and modifications to annual progress report inclusions based on the single-year DSM Resource Plan.
Page 11 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING EVIDENCE 1 Table 1 - Proposed Inclusions for the 2019 Annual Progress Report
AI summary The document presents Table 1, which outlines the proposed inclusions for the 2019 Annual Progress Report under the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan Filing. It is part of the evidence submitted in the regulatory proceeding.
age 11 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING EVIDENCE 1 Table 1 - Proposed Inclusions for the 2019 Annual Progress Report
AI summary The text references Table 1, which outlines proposed inclusions for the 2019 Annual Progress Report under the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan Filing. This table is part of the evidence submitted in the proceeding.
substantial changes by program, • Corrective Y explanation and justification will be Action Plan (if provided required) • Notice of significant changes (if required) • Notice of significant changes (if required) Updates on items arising fr...
AI summary The document outlines the submission of EfficiencyOne's 2019 DSM Plan filing and mentions the requirement for corrective action plans, notices of significant changes, and updates on items from the 2016-2018 DSM Plan and 2019 DSM Resource Plan. ENS is required to file its 2019 Annual Progress Report by March 31, 2020.
l 6, 2018 Page 12 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING EVIDENCE
AI summary The document refers to the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan Filing and mentions evidence related to it. It does not provide further details on the content of the plan or the evidence presented.
1 2.5.3 Mid-Course Adjustments and Flexibility 2 3 ENS often makes limited adjustments to an approved DSM Resource Plan to reflect 4 changes in market conditions and updated insights from program and organizational 5 evaluations (unknown a...
AI summary The document outlines procedures for mid-course adjustments to the DSM Resource Plan by EfficiencyOne, including thresholds for substantial changes and the need for advance notice. It also mentions the use of performance targets and indicators developed with Dunsky Energy Consulting for the 2016-2018 plan and their continuation in the 2019 plan.
018 Page 13 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING EVIDENCE
AI summary The document references the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing and its associated evidence in a regulatory proceeding, indicating that the discussion pertains to demand-side management programs and their evaluation.
l 6, 2018 Page 14 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING EVIDENCE
AI summary The document references the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan Filing and mentions evidence related to it. It appears to be part of a regulatory proceeding, likely concerning demand-side management programs and their evaluation.
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AI summary The document references the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan Filing and its associated evidence. It appears to be part of a regulatory proceeding related to demand-side management programs.
1 3. 2019 DSM RESOURCE PLAN 2 3 3.1 Summary 4 5 The proposed 2019 DSM budget is based on the average annual budget in the UARB- 6 approved 2016-2018 DSM Plan, following the approach established in the Electricity Plan 7 Implementation (201...
AI summary The 2019 DSM Resource Plan proposes a budget based on the average from the 2016-2018 plan, with similar energy and demand savings targets. It emphasizes increased demand reduction through pilots by EfficiencyOne and NS Power, aimed at addressing firm demand growth in Nova Scotia. These initiatives are foundational for future demand reduction activities.
• ENS’s planned 2016-2018 suite of programs and services; 26 • Market conditions (e.g. program and measure saturation); 27 • Operational data; and 16 Based on portfolio Weighted-Average Measure Life of 12.9 years, which has been derived fr...
AI summary The text references ENS’s planned 2016-2018 programs and services, market conditions, and operational data. It also cites the Public Utilities Act, specifically section 79A(b)(iii), which defines electricity efficiency and conservation activities as those that reduce demand during periods of highest demand by NS Power.
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AI summary The document refers to the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan Filing and mentions evidence related to it. It does not provide detailed information about the content or arguments presented in the filing.
1 • Program impact and process evaluations; 2 o Evaluated savings results; 3 o Delivery Agent input; and 4 o Participant feedback. 5 6 EfficiencyOne’s objective in using this approach is to achieve cost-effective and affordable 7 energy an...
AI summary EfficiencyOne aims to achieve cost-effective and affordable energy and demand savings by continuing the 2016-2018 Plan approach, ensuring program stability, minimizing costs, and aligning with legislative requirements and ratepayers' best interests.
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AI summary The document refers to the 2019 DSM Plan filing by EfficiencyOne, which includes evidence related to demand-side management programs.
tial 2.2 5.3 157.5 1.6 0.410 0.014 Residential Total 14.2 51.2 712.6 10.0 0.278 0.020 Business, Nonprofit and Institutional Programs Efficient Product Rebates 5.2 32.5 380.3 5.1 0.160 0.014 Custom Incentives 6.1 34.3 427.2 3.6 0.176 0.014...
AI summary The text presents a table with data on energy efficiency programs, including participation numbers, costs, and savings. It includes categories like Efficient Product Rebates, Custom Incentives, and Direct Installation, with metrics such as weighted average measure lives and participation by low-income households.
Page 18 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING EVIDENCE 1 Scotia, the lifetime unit cost of achieved energy savings has been below 3 cents per kWh. 2 EfficiencyOne is confident that the programs proposed for 2019 are cost-effective. Beca...
AI summary EfficiencyOne outlines the 2019 DSM Plan, stating that the lifetime unit cost of energy savings remains below 3 cents per kWh and that the proposed programs are cost-effective. The 2019 targets for energy and demand savings are similar to those in the 2016-2018 plan. Appendix B provides supporting analysis and data.
D: April 6, 2018 Page 19 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING EVIDENCE
AI summary The document references the submission of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing and mentions evidence related to it. This appears to be part of a regulatory proceeding involving demand-side management programs.
April 6, 2018 Page 20 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING EVIDENCE
AI summary The document references the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing and mentions evidence related to it. The context suggests that the filing is part of a regulatory proceeding involving demand-side management programs.
ndix A This page intentionally left blank EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix A
AI summary This document is an appendix to the EfficiencyOne 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan filing, which outlines energy efficiency initiatives and programs aimed at reducing electricity consumption and promoting sustainable energy use.
December 2025.2 22 23 Among other things, the 2019 Plan is based on: 24 • ENS’s experience; 25 • ENS’s 2016-2018 suite of programs and services; 1 The legislation states: “(1) Notwithstanding clause 79I(2)(a) of the Public Utilities Act, f...
AI summary The text references the 2019 EfficiencyOne DSM Plan, which is based on ENS’s experience and its 2016-2018 programs. It also cites the Electricity Plan Implementation (2015) Act, which sets a cap on the amount Nova Scotia Power must spend on electricity efficiency and conservation activities in 2019.
8 Page 1 of 24 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix A
AI summary This document is an appendix to the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan Filing, which outlines demand-side management initiatives aimed at improving energy efficiency.
ng Strategies. 24 25 2019 DSM Resource Plan Savings and Investment 26 27 In 2019, EfficiencyOne will invest $34.05 million (in 2019 dollars) to achieve 127.2 GWh 28 and 20.2 MW of incremental annual net energy and peak demand savings at th...
AI summary EfficiencyOne plans to invest $34.05 million in 2019 to achieve 127.2 GWh and 20.2 MW of energy and peak demand savings. Table 1 outlines the investment budgets and targets for the 2019 DSM plan.
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AI summary This document is related to the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan Filing and includes Appendix A. It outlines the submission of a demand-side management plan for the year 2019.
380.3 5.1 0.160 0.014 Custom Incentives 6.1 34.3 427.2 3.6 0.176 0.014 Direct Installation 4.1 9.3 118.4 1.5 0.443 0.035 BNI Total 15.4 76.1 925.8 10.2 0.202 0.017 Enabling Strategies Education & Outreach 1.6 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a Developmen...
AI summary The text presents numerical data related to energy efficiency programs, including figures for Custom Incentives, Direct Installation, and Enabling Strategies. It indicates that the data is expressed in 2019 dollars and notes that rounding may affect column totals. The data includes participation by low-income households and is based on evaluations from 2017.
Based on values of program Weighted Average Measure Lives, which have been derived from the 2017 Evaluation process. 5 b Includes participation by low income households. 6 7 Program targets for 2019 are based on a variety of considerations...
AI summary The 2019 DSM Plan includes energy and demand savings targets similar to the average annual targets in the 2016-2018 Plan, with a slight variance due to the allocation of $1.0 million to Enabling Strategies for demand reduction research and pilots. The unit cost has increased to diversify the measure mix and reduce reliance on lighting savings.
Page 3 of 24 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix A
AI summary This document is Appendix A of the EfficiencyOne 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan Filing, which outlines the details and structure of the DSM Plan submitted for regulatory review.
1 The energy savings unit cost for the 2019 Plan is $0.268/kWh, compared to the average for 2 the approved 2016-2018 Plan of $0.252/kWh. There are a few notable reasons for the change 3 in unit cost in 2019 compared to earlier years: 4 • E...
AI summary The 2019 Plan's energy savings unit cost increased to $0.268/kWh compared to $0.252/kWh in the 2016-2018 Plan due to higher Enabling Strategies budget, increased investment in demand reduction pilots, and a shift in energy savings portfolio away from lighting projects. The 2016 Plan had a lower unit cost due to strong performance in the Instant Savings program.
in that year was the significant over-performance of the Instant Savings program 20 component. In 2016, Instant Savings had the second lowest unit cost of any 21 program component (after Strategic Energy Management) at $0.121/kWh (not 22 i...
AI summary The Instant Savings program significantly over-performed its energy savings targets in 2016, achieving 34.6 GWh of savings at a low unit cost. Similarly, the Home Energy Report (HER) program in 2015 achieved 27.2 GWh of savings, contributing to lower unit costs. These successes were largely due to the use of A-series LEDs, though this trend is expected to change as ENS diversifies its portfolio.
8 Page 4 of 24 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix A
AI summary The document refers to the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing, which outlines demand side management initiatives for energy efficiency.
non-lighting measures. 24 This is reflected in an increase to savings targets, relative to actual results from recent years, 25 for program components such as Home Energy Assessment, which does not offer incentives 26 for lighting. 3 In 20...
AI summary The text discusses changes in energy efficiency programs, including the merging of the Residential Direct Install and Rental Properties and Condos programs into Efficient Product Installation, and an increase in savings targets for non-lighting measures such as Home Energy Assessment.
2018 Page 5 of 24 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix A
AI summary The document is an appendix to the EfficiencyOne 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan filing, submitted in 2018. It outlines the DSM plan and related supporting information.
1 Efficient Product Rebates (Residential) 2 3 Efficient Product Rebates is made up of two program components which are available to all 4 homeowners and renters across the province: 5 • Appliance Retirement; and 6 • Instant Savings. 7 8 Ap...
AI summary The Efficient Product Rebates program includes Appliance Retirement and Instant Savings. Appliance Retirement aims to retire inefficient appliances, but may become less cost-effective as the market saturates. Instant Savings offers in-store rebates for energy-efficient products, with a focus on LED lighting market transformation.
e market evolution of LED lighting technologies. One 27 of Instant Savings’ intents is to help transform the LED lighting market to the point where 28 rebates are no longer needed (i.e., where a customer purchases the efficient product, ev...
AI summary The text discusses the evolution of LED lighting technologies and the intent of the Instant Savings program to reduce the need for rebates by transforming the market. ENS will use research from 2017 and 2018 to determine appropriate rebate levels.
ED: April 6, 2018 Page 6 of 24 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix A
AI summary The document is an appendix from the EfficiencyOne 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan filing, submitted on April 6, 2018. It is part of a regulatory proceeding related to energy efficiency programs in Nova Scotia.
1 inform decisions on rebate levels, and may result in some rebates being removed from 2 products. 3 4 ENS anticipates an increase in 2019 net incremental energy and peak demand savings when 5 compared to the approved 2016-2018 DSM Resourc...
AI summary ENS anticipates changes in energy savings from its DSM programs, noting a potential decrease in 2019 compared to previous years, and plans to diversify its offerings to maintain savings. The Existing Residential program includes various components aimed at promoting energy efficiency in residential dwellings across Nova Scotia.
ed to complete upgrades to their building 28 envelope or Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems. Given the potential 29 significance of these energy savings in relation to electricity bills, ENS has placed more of a 30 fo...
AI summary The text discusses ENS's increased focus on building envelope and HVAC system upgrades as part of energy efficiency efforts, emphasizing their potential impact on electricity bills and the addition of new measures to reduce barriers.
1 participation. This trend will continue in 2019, with two program components (Home Energy 2 Assessment and Green Heat) having energy saving targets that are higher than recent years. 3 In addition to building envelope and HVAC improvemen...
AI summary The document discusses energy efficiency programs in Nova Scotia, including the Home Energy Assessment and Green Heat initiatives, which aim to increase energy savings. It also highlights a First Nations pilot program supported by DSM funds, targeting energy efficiency upgrades in Band-owned homes. Partnerships with Natural Resources Canada-approved service organizations are emphasized for delivering these programs.
and ventilation systems. 22 23 Home Energy Assessment is delivered through a partnership with Natural Resources Canada 24 (NRCan)-approved Service Organizations. Homeowners interested in gaining an 25 understanding of the various energy-sa...
AI summary The Home Energy Assessment program, delivered through partnerships with Natural Resources Canada-approved Service Organizations, aims to help homeowners understand energy-saving options and reduce electricity bills. The program's energy saving target has increased significantly compared to past years.
pril 6, 2018 Page 8 of 24 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix A
AI summary The document is an appendix from the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing, which outlines demand-side management initiatives and programs related to energy efficiency.
1 the result in 2017. Increasing the focus on this program component is one way that ENS plans 2 to diversify energy savings, with less focus on lighting measures. 3 4 Green Heat offers incentives for space and water heating systems simila...
AI summary The document discusses Energy Nova Scotia's (ENS) approach to diversifying energy savings through programs like Green Heat and Home Energy Assessment, emphasizing reduced focus on lighting measures and increased incentives for efficient heating systems. ENS plans to grow these residential programs to help customers achieve significant electricity bill savings.
ed of the former Rental 24 Properties and Condos program component, which focused on larger buildings with more 25 rental units, and the Residential Direct Install component, which focused on homes and 26 residential buildings with a small...
AI summary The text discusses the merger of two components of Nova Scotia's energy efficiency programs — the former Rental Properties and Condos program and the Residential Direct Install component — into the Efficient Product Installation program in 2017. The merger aimed to simplify administration and provide a more consistent offering of energy-efficient products across the province.
pril 6, 2018 Page 9 of 24 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix A
AI summary The document is an appendix from the EfficiencyOne 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan filing, submitted on April 6, 2018. It provides details related to energy efficiency programs and initiatives aimed at reducing energy consumption.
t opportunities for energy savings. This makes it even 24 more important to build as efficient a home as possible from the start. The measure life of 25 upgrades and the overall level of energy savings is significant in New Residential. Fo...
AI summary ENS emphasizes the importance of building energy-efficient homes from the start, as the measure life of upgrades and energy savings in the New Residential program is significant. ENS will continue to grow energy savings through this program by providing detailed design advice from Energy Advisors.
April 6, 2018 Page 10 of 24 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix A
AI summary The document is an appendix from the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan Filing, submitted on April 6, 2018, and is part of a larger regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia related to demand-side management programs.
inesses. This can include 25 influencing short-term decisions as well as incorporating energy efficiency into ongoing 26 business practices. 27 28 The BNI initiatives include a variety of services to encourage customers to make energy 29 e...
AI summary The text outlines the BNI initiatives aimed at encouraging customers to make energy-efficient decisions through a variety of services. It emphasizes the importance of incorporating energy efficiency into ongoing business practices and influencing short-term decisions.
1 another when making a purchase) to more in-depth and complex decisions (e.g., constructing 2 a new building or completing significant retrofits to an existing facility). 3 4 In 2019, ENS will continue to leverage and grow the support of...
AI summary ENS plans to continue supporting BNI initiatives through industry professionals and the Efficiency Trade Network. The 2019 programs for the BNI sector are similar to those approved in the 2016-2018 DSM Resource Plan and will evolve based on market conditions and participant needs. The Efficient Product Rebates program offers financial incentives for purchasing energy-efficient products.
oved energy efficient products. The rebates provided 26 for each product are in most cases prescriptive, set in advance, and based on the energy 27 performance and standard application of the product. Rebates are offered through point-of-...
AI summary The text discusses energy-efficient product rebates, which are prescriptive and based on product energy performance. Rebates are offered through point-of-purchase discounts or mail-in applications, with adjustments made in some cases to reflect electricity-use impacts.
: April 6, 2018 Page 12 of 24 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix A
AI summary The document is an appendix to the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing, submitted on April 6, 2018, and is part of a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia.
1 corresponding to actual installed conditions, based on information provided via the mail-in 2 process. 3 4 A variety of measures are supported in this program. The list of measures will continue to 5 evolve over time, and is expected to...
AI summary The document outlines various energy efficiency programs, including the Efficient Product Rebates and Custom Incentives programs. It details supported measures, such as lighting and HVAC systems, and mentions the evolution of the program over time. The 2019 energy savings target is close to the average annual target in the approved DSM Resource Plan. The Custom Incentives program includes components like Energy Management Information Systems and Strategic Energy Management.
nergy Management Information Systems (EMIS); and 26 • Strategic Energy Management (SEM). 27 28 The Custom Incentives program works directly with customers to identify and implement 29 unique and cost-effective electrical energy and demand...
AI summary The document discusses the Custom Incentives program, which works with customers to implement unique energy-saving measures on a case-by-case basis when other programs do not apply. It also mentions Energy Management Information Systems (EMIS) and Strategic Energy Management (SEM).
: April 6, 2018 Page 13 of 24 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix A
AI summary The document references the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan Filing, which is part of a regulatory proceeding related to demand-side management programs in Nova Scotia.
1 simplified customer experience for projects that are often more complex than upgrades under 2 other ENS programs. 3 4 Custom Incentives involves a one-on-one working relationship between ENS and the 5 customer. This allows for customized...
AI summary The Custom Incentives program provides tailored support to customers for energy efficiency projects, offering services like technical assistance, rebates, and financing. It involves personalized collaboration between ENS and customers to achieve energy and demand savings across various applications.
ecruited via networking, referrals and direct 27 contact. On-Site Energy Managers (OEMs) also play an important role in identifying 28 potential Custom Incentives projects; the OEM service places a trained energy manager at a 29 customer’s...
AI summary The text discusses the recruitment methods for energy managers and the role of On-Site Energy Managers (OEMs) in identifying Custom Incentives projects and assisting customers in developing energy management plans.
April 6, 2018 Page 14 of 24 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix A
AI summary The document is an appendix from the EfficiencyOne 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan filing, submitted on April 6, 2018, and is part of a larger regulatory proceeding.
1 ENS programs. In many instances, due to the complexity and size of the upgrades, there can 2 be long lead times for these projects. 3 4 In some cases, customers can benefit from multiple offerings within the Custom Incentives 5 program,...
AI summary The text discusses Energy Nova Scotia's (ENS) programs, particularly the Custom Incentives and Direct Installation (SBES) programs. It highlights the eligibility criteria, incentives, and implementation processes for these programs, emphasizing energy savings and participant benefits.
26 verification. SBES offers rebates of up to 60 percent of participant costs, in addition to 27 financing repaid on NS Power bills for a term of up to two years. 28 29 A variety of measures are included in SBES, such as: lighting, buildin...
AI summary The SBES program offers rebates of up to 60% of participant costs and provides financing repaid on NS Power bills over two years. It includes measures such as lighting, building envelope, HVAC upgrades, and upgrades to kitchen and laundry facilities.
: April 6, 2018 Page 15 of 24 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix A
AI summary The document is an appendix to the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing, which outlines demand side management initiatives. It includes details on programs and customer-related strategies aimed at improving energy efficiency.
1 support for new non-lighting measures that will further diversify sources of energy savings. 2 Furthermore, the program will continue to evolve based on participant feedback and results 3 from the most recent changes to the program. 4 5...
AI summary The document discusses the continuation and evolution of the Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan in Nova Scotia, emphasizing the importance of Enabling Strategies to achieve energy and demand savings targets. These strategies include education, research, and capacity building to increase awareness and drive participation in energy efficiency programs.
participation, foster a culture of efficiency throughout the province, and educate students, 30 families, and businesses on the benefits of energy efficiency. Energy savings are not DATE FILED: April 6, 2018 Page 16 of 24 EFFICIENCYONE 201...
AI summary The document outlines the goals of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan, focusing on increasing participation in energy efficiency initiatives, promoting a culture of efficiency, and educating various groups on the benefits of energy efficiency.
ED: April 6, 2018 Page 16 of 24 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix A
AI summary The document is an appendix from the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing, which outlines the Demand Side Management (DSM) plan for the year 2019. It provides details about energy efficiency initiatives and programs aimed at reducing energy consumption.
1 attributed directly to Education and Outreach activities. Rather, energy savings are captured 2 through participation in the individual DSM programs that benefit from these broader 3 activities. 4 5 By creating a culture of efficiency th...
AI summary The text discusses the importance of education and outreach in promoting energy efficiency and conservation in Nova Scotia. It highlights how these activities support participation in DSM programs, foster a culture of efficiency, and reduce energy costs for individuals and communities.
23 efficiency as a social norm through a focus on individual and community-based 24 commitments to energy efficiency; 25 • Connecting potential customers to relevant programs and services; and 26 • Learning from customers, to ensure their...
AI summary The text outlines strategies for promoting energy efficiency through social norms, connecting customers to programs, and learning from customer experiences to improve services. It references the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing.
ril 6, 2018 Page 17 of 24 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix A
AI summary The document is an appendix to the EfficiencyOne 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan filing, submitted on April 6, 2018. It outlines the details of the DSM plan and includes supporting information for regulatory review.
1 • Continual enhancement of ENS’s website to expand the availability of technical 2 information, program materials, assistance, and links to other resources; 3 • Complementary social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn) 4 strate...
AI summary The text outlines various initiatives aimed at promoting energy efficiency in Nova Scotia, including website improvements, social media outreach, sharing success stories, developing partnerships, community engagement, and supporting educational programs such as Green Schools Nova Scotia and post-secondary energy efficiency courses.
• Supporting the development of energy efficiency courses at post-secondary 23 institutions such as Dalhousie University and Saint Mary’s University; 24 • Supporting educational workshops for non-profits and community groups 25 across the...
AI summary The text outlines initiatives to support energy efficiency education, including courses at post-secondary institutions and workshops for non-profits and community groups across the province, as part of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing.
il 6, 2018 Page 18 of 24 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix A
AI summary The document references the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan Filing, which is part of a regulatory proceeding related to demand-side management programs in Nova Scotia.
1 Development and Research 2 3 ENS is committed to achieving cost-effective incremental net energy and peak demand 4 savings for its customers. This requires continued research and development activities in 5 2019. These activities will: 6...
AI summary ENS is committed to achieving cost-effective energy savings through research and development in 2019. The research will support the evolution of DSM programs and improve customer engagement. ENS will also conduct research on incentive levels to ensure appropriate settings for 2019 and maintain high service standards.
ch plans to 26 ensure ENS continues to set appropriate incentive levels. Findings from this research will 27 help ENS maintain a high standard of service delivery and support the effectiveness of its 28 portfolio. DATE FILED: April 6, 2018...
AI summary The document outlines ENS's plan to continue setting appropriate incentive levels through additional research efforts. This includes examining trends in ENS activities to identify areas for improvement, such as helping customers achieve deeper energy savings or realizing cost savings in program promotion and delivery.
tunities to help customers 4 achieve deeper savings (higher energy savings per participant), or enable ENS to realize cost 5 savings in the promotion and delivery of its programs. 6 7 4.2.2 Development 8 9 ENS will continue working with Fi...
AI summary The document outlines ENS's plans to work with First Nations communities and develop demand reduction pilots in 2019 as part of the DSM Plan. These initiatives aim to reduce peak demand, lower electricity bills for demand-billed customers, and collaborate with NS Power to achieve energy efficiency goals.
Power’s peak demand. This can also help demand-billed customers lower their electricity 26 bills. As such, demand reduction initiatives have the potential to reduce facility peak billing 4 The Public Utilities Act (s. 79A(b)(iii)) defines...
AI summary The text discusses demand reduction initiatives and their potential to lower electricity bills for demand-billed customers, referencing the Public Utilities Act, which defines electricity efficiency and conservation activities as those that reduce demand during peak periods.
l 6, 2018 Page 20 of 24 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix A
AI summary This document is related to the filing of the EfficiencyOne 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan, which outlines energy efficiency initiatives and programs aimed at reducing electricity consumption.
1 and/or customer demand in periods within and outside of the NS Power system coincident 2 peak period. 3 4 In addition to the 2019 demand reduction pilots, which will explore options to reduce both 5 facility peak demand (where applicable...
AI summary ENS is planning demand reduction pilots focused on residential and BNI customers to explore demand-focused activities and best practices. These pilots aim to demonstrate benefits such as reduced capacity costs and access to time-of-use rates. Potential measures include incentives for thermal storage and hot-water systems, as well as new demand-focused measures in existing programs.
25 ENS anticipates the selection of pilot activities will be further informed by initial planning 26 and consultation with interested stakeholders, including the DSM Advisory Group. DATE FILED: April 6, 2018 Page 21 of 24 EFFICIENCYONE 201...
AI summary ENS plans to improve customer relationship management through a new information tracking system, expected to be operational by 2019. The system will reduce management costs, improve service delivery, and support data-driven decisions for program design and customer engagement.
rategies category includes the following sub-categories: 17 • Capacity Building; 18 • Working with Governments; and 19 • Regulatory Affairs. 20 21 4.3.1 Capacity Building 22 23 In 2019, ENS will focus efforts on capacity building in Nova S...
AI summary In 2019, ENS plans to enhance capacity building in Nova Scotia through training and education for Delivery Agents and the ETN, including events like the Bright Business Conference and pre-recorded modules to ensure timely communication of program updates and industry trends.
019 DSM Resource Plan regulatory 22 process. DATE FILED: April 6, 2018 Page 24 of 24 Appendix B 2019 DSM Resource Plan Development Approach and Details This page is intentionally left blank EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix B TAB...
AI summary This document outlines the 2019 DSM Resource Plan filing, including the development approach and details. It is part of a regulatory process related to demand-side management programs in Nova Scotia.
- Relative Change in First-Year Unit Costs from Approved 2016-2018 DSM Resource Plan to 2019 DSM Resource Plan .................................................................................. 14 DATE FILED: April 6, 2018 ii EFFICIENCYONE...
AI summary The document outlines the relative change in first-year unit costs from the approved 2016-2018 DSM Resource Plan to the 2019 DSM Resource Plan, filed on April 6, 2018, as part of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing.
ii EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix B
AI summary This document is an appendix to the EfficiencyOne 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan filing, which outlines energy efficiency initiatives and programs aimed at reducing electricity consumption.
34.1 127.2 1638.4 20.2 0.268 0.021 15 Currency is expressed in 2019 dollars. 16 Columns may not add correctly, due to rounding. 17 a Based on values of program Weighted Average Measure Lives, which have been derived from the 2017 Evaluatio...
AI summary The document presents tables comparing actual energy and demand savings from 2008 to 2017 with planned savings for 2018-2019. It references the 2019 DSM Resource Plan and the Electricity Plan Implementation (2015) Act, which extended the DSM plan term to include 2019 and set a maximum investment of $34,050,000.
lan 7 Implementation (2015) Act. This Act extended the 2016-2018 term to include 2019 and set 8 a corresponding 2019 DSM investment amount of not greater than $34,050,000.1 This 1 The legislation states: “(1) Notwithstanding clause 79I(2)(...
AI summary The text references the Electricity Plan Implementation (2015) Act, which extended the 2016-2018 term to include 2019 and set a maximum DSM investment amount of $34,050,000 for that year. It also notes that Nova Scotia Power must enter into an agreement with the electricity efficiency and conservation franchise holder for these activities.
Page 2 of 17 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix B
AI summary This document is Appendix B of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan Filing. It provides additional information related to the Demand Side Management (DSM) plan submitted for regulatory consideration.
1 investment amount is a continuation of the average planned 2016-2018 DSM Resource Plan 2 investment amounts. This ensures certainty around the amount of DSM spending for the 3 duration of NS Power’s Rate Stability Period (2017-2019, incl...
AI summary The text discusses the continuation of DSM investment amounts from the 2016-2018 DSM Resource Plan and the extension of the ENS Grant of Franchise to December 2025. It highlights the 2019 energy savings targets for the Efficient Product Rebates program, noting an increase compared to the 2016-2018 Plan but with expected reductions in energy savings from lighting.
the actual 2016 result, as 2016 was a unique year for Instant Savings with higher than 24 anticipated energy savings. Overall, the energy savings target for this component is higher 25 than that of the annual average of the 2016-2018 DSM R...
AI summary The 2016 results for Instant Savings showed higher energy savings than anticipated, but the overall energy savings target for this component is lower than the 2016 and 2017 results. Appliance Retirement energy savings are expected to decrease compared to approved 2016-2018 investments and recent expenditures.
il 6, 2018 Page 3 of 17 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix B
AI summary The document is an appendix to the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan Filing, submitted on June 6, 2018, and includes page 3 of 17. It pertains to demand-side management programs and related regulatory filings.
1 due to a decreasing number of old appliances in the market. To offset this decrease, ENS 2 will continue to consider other potential participants for the service. The unit cost for the 3 program component is higher than in the approved 2...
AI summary The document discusses changes in the energy efficiency programs under the Existing Residential category, including the Home Energy Assessment, Green Heat, and Efficient Product Installation components. It notes a decrease in energy savings targets compared to the 2016-2018 DSM Resource Plan, but highlights efforts to align unit costs with recent years' data and potential new measures.
t buildings). The unit cost is similar to that 27 of the approved 2016-2018 DSM Resource Plan for the two components that were merged 28 to create this offering (Residential Direct Install and Rental Properties and Condos), and 29 similar...
AI summary The document discusses changes to the energy savings targets and unit costs for the Residential Direct Install and Rental Properties and Condos components, which were merged into a new offering. The energy savings target has been reduced compared to the 2016-2018 DSM Resource Plan. For the New Residential program, the energy savings target has increased to 35%, with unit costs higher than the 2016-2018 plan due to increased incentive levels.
ibuted to a recent increase in incentive 10 levels further to participant, Evaluation, and Verification recommendations, in an effort to 11 encourage greater program participation. 12 13 3. BNI PROGRAM TARGETS AND INVESTMENTS 14 15 3.1 Eff...
AI summary The text discusses changes to the BNI Program, including reduced investment and energy savings targets for Efficient Products Rebates and Custom Incentives. It highlights efforts to diversify measures and reduce unit costs, while maintaining energy savings targets aligned with previous plans.
Page 5 of 17 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix B
AI summary This document is Appendix B of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan Filing, which outlines details related to the Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan in Nova Scotia. It includes information about programs, policies, and initiatives aimed at improving energy efficiency.
1 achieve more significant energy savings (for both existing buildings and for new 2 construction). In addition, only a small portion of Custom savings are lighting-based, and 3 as such are less likely to be affected by the associated tran...
AI summary The text discusses energy savings targets and program performance under the Direct Installation component of the DSM Resource Plan. It notes that while targets have remained consistent with the 2016-2018 plan, actual savings have been lower in recent years. Unit costs have increased due to program restructuring and changes in incentive structures, affecting participation rates and cost efficiency.
participation rates, leading to a higher cost per kWh achieved in 23 recent years. While the unit cost for Direct Installation saw significant improvement in 2017 24 (alongside increased participation), ENS expects the 2019 unit cost to re...
AI summary The unit cost for Direct Installation under the DSM Resource Plan has seen improvements, but ENS expects the 2019 cost to remain above the 2016-2018 average. The 2016-2018 average is lower than the actual unit cost in recent years (2014-2017).
Page 6 of 17 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix B
AI summary The document is an appendix to the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing, which outlines demand-side management initiatives in Nova Scotia. It includes details on energy efficiency programs, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory processes.
ril 6, 2018 Page 7 of 17 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix B
AI summary The document refers to the EfficiencyOne 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan filing, which is part of a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia. It is an appendix to a submission related to energy efficiency programs and customer initiatives.
tion approach, similar to 2015. This means the 2019 Plan is a continuation of the 26 2016-2018 Plan, which was developed using Navigant’s ELRAM. As such, ENS has 27 demonstrated the relative cost-effectiveness of the 2019 DSM Plan by compa...
AI summary The 2019 DSM Plan is a continuation of the 2016-2018 Plan, developed using Navigant’s ELRAM. ENS has demonstrated the cost-effectiveness of the 2019 Plan by comparing it to the previous plan. Summit Blue, which became part of Navigant Consulting Inc., assisted in preparing the 2010 DSM Plan.
Page 8 of 17 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix B
AI summary This document is Appendix B of the EfficiencyOne 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan filing, which outlines details related to energy efficiency initiatives and programs aimed at reducing electricity consumption.
1 Understanding the importance of producing a DSM Plan that is cost-effective, ENS has 2 demonstrated the cost-effectiveness of the 2019 DSM Plan in two key ways: 3 • Measure, program and portfolio consistency with the cost-effective appro...
AI summary ENS has demonstrated the cost-effectiveness of the 2019 DSM Plan by ensuring consistency with the 2016-2018 DSM Plan and comparing first-year unit costs. The 2019 plan follows a continuation approach due to legislative changes and aims to maintain a similar cost-effectiveness profile as the prior plan.
2016-2018 Annual Annual Energy Savings (GWh) Incremental Energy 30 Savings (GWh) 25 2019 Incremental 20 Energy Savings (GWh) 15 10 5 0 Efficient Products Existing Houses New Residential Efficient Products Custom Incentives Direct Installat...
AI summary The text presents energy savings data from 2016 to 2018, highlighting annual and incremental energy savings across various programs, including Efficient Products, Existing Houses, New Residential Efficient Products, and Custom Incentives Direct Installation (BNI) programs.
(RES) (BNI) Program DATE FILED: April 6, 2018 Page 10 of 17 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix B 1 Table 5 - Comparison of Approved 2016-2018 Average Annual Demand Savings to 2 2019 Annual Demand Savings by Program 9 8 7 Annual De...
AI summary The document provides a comparison of approved 2016-2018 average annual demand savings to 2019 annual demand savings by program, highlighting changes in energy efficiency outcomes over time.
Savings (MW) 4 3 2 1 0 Efficient Existing Houses New Residential Efficient Custom Direct Products (RES) Products (BNI) Incentives Installation Program DATE FILED: April 6, 2018 Page 11 of 17 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix B 1...
AI summary The document presents a comparison of annual investment figures for the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan, showing data from 2016-2018 and projections for 2019. It includes a table with investment amounts in millions of dollars for different programs.
2019 Investment ($M) 4.00 2.00 0.00 Efficient Products Existing Houses New Residential Efficient Products Custom Incentives Direct Installation (RES) (BNI) Program 3 4 The similarity of program weighting, with respect to energy savings, de...
AI summary The 2019 DSM Plan is evaluated for its continued cost-effectiveness based on program weighting related to energy savings, demand savings, and investment. First-year unit costs are highlighted as a key performance metric for ENS to track program performance.
17 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix B 1 While first-year unit costs do not correlate to cost-effectiveness in an abstract comparison 2 of DSM programs,6 they do correlate well as a proxy to cost-effectiveness results when 3 comp...
AI summary The text discusses the comparison of first-year unit costs between the 2016-2018 and 2019 DSM Resource Plans, emphasizing that while first-year unit costs do not directly correlate to cost-effectiveness in abstract comparisons, they serve as a useful proxy when comparing programs with similar measures and avoided costs.
0.40 First Year Energy Unit Cost ($/kWh) 0.35 0.30 0.25 2016-2018 First Year Energy Unit Cost ($/kWh) 0.20 2019 First Year Energy 0.15 Unit Cost ($/kWh) 0.10 0.05 0.00 Efficient Products Existing Houses New Residential Efficient Products C...
AI summary The first-year energy unit cost for various programs and measures is presented, highlighting that these costs do not account for the lifetime of the measures or the weighted-average measure life of a group of measures, a program, or a portfolio.
This can be attributed to the fact that first-year unit costs do not consider the lifetime of a measure, or the weighted- average measure life of a group of measures, a program, or a portfolio. DATE FILED: April 6, 2018 Page 13 of 17 EFFIC...
AI summary The text discusses the difference between first-year unit costs and the lifetime costs of energy efficiency measures, highlighting that the former does not account for the weighted-average measure life of a group of measures, a program, or a portfolio. A table compares the average first-year demand unit costs from 2016-2018 to 2019.
($/W) 1.0 0.5 0.0 Efficient Products Existing Houses New Residential Efficient Products Custom Incentives Direct Installation (RES) (BNI) Program 3 4 Table 9 provides the relative changes in first-year unit costs by program, as compared to...
AI summary Table 9 outlines the relative changes in first-year unit costs by program, compared to the approved 2016-18 DSM Resource Plan averages, highlighting variations in cost efficiency across different initiatives.
Program 3 4 Table 9 provides the relative changes in first-year unit costs by program, as compared to 5 approved 2016-18 DSM Resource Plan averages. 6 7 Table 9 - Relative Change in First-Year Unit Costs from Approved 2016-2018 DSM 8 Resou...
AI summary Table 9 compares the relative changes in first-year unit costs for various programs between the approved 2016-18 DSM Resource Plan and the 2019 DSM Resource Plan, showing varying increases and decreases across different categories.
12% Direct Installation 21% 1% 9 10 The most notable differences in first-year unit costs occur for the New Residential and 11 Direct Installation programs. For New Residential, this is largely precipitated by a redesign DATE FILED: April...
AI summary The text discusses differences in first-year unit costs for the New Residential and Direct Installation programs, with the New Residential program experiencing changes due to a redesign. The document is part of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing.
Page 14 of 17 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix B
AI summary This document is Appendix B of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan Filing, which outlines details related to demand-side management programs in Nova Scotia.
Page 15 of 17 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix B 1 demand-focused activities. Second, additional budget is required for the regulatory process 2 associated with the 2020-2022 DSM Plan. 3 4 7. ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE 5 6 One m...
AI summary EfficiencyOne discusses its organizational performance and success in meeting targets within budget, highlighting its company-wide focus on results and performance management. It also outlines recognition received for its energy efficiency initiatives and contributions to customer satisfaction and employee engagement.
2018 Page 16 of 17 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix B 1 8. CONCLUSION 2 3 ENS’s 2019 DSM activities are based on a continuation of the approved 2016-2018 DSM 4 Resource Plan. The budget for 2019 is identical to the average annua...
AI summary The 2019 DSM Resource Plan by ENS is a continuation of the 2016-2018 plan, with a budget identical to the average annual budget of that period. The 2019 plan uses a combination of extending previous plans, updating cost-effectiveness insights, and adapting based on EfficiencyOne's experience, rather than conducting new resource modelling.
ii EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix C 1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 2 3 Efficiency Nova Scotia’s 2019 DSM Resource Plan rate and bill impact analysis provides 4 a broad trend-based picture of the rate and bill impacts of proposed Demand-S...
AI summary This document provides an analysis of the rate and bill impacts of the 2019 Demand-Side Management (DSM) activities by Efficiency Nova Scotia, comparing a scenario with and without new DSM measures. It highlights how different customer classes experience varying levels of savings and participation frequency.
ings per project relative to their total 20 consumption, while participants in larger classes achieve less deep savings per-project, but 21 are able to participate more frequently. DATE FILED: April 6, 2018 Page 1 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019...
AI summary The text discusses the impact of demand-side management (DSM) activities on average bills from 2019 to 2032, highlighting variations in savings per project based on participant class size.
ING Appendix C 1 Figure 1: Average Bill Impact (2019-2032) as a Result of DSM Activities in 2019
AI summary The text presents a figure illustrating the average bill impact from 2019 to 2032 resulting from Demand Side Management (DSM) activities in 2019.
Average Bill Impact (2019-2032) as a Result of DSM 2 Activities in 2019 1.0% 3 0.0% 4 -1.0% 5 -2.0% 6 -3.0% 7 -4.0% 8 -5.0% Residential Small General General Large General Small Industrial Medium Industrial Large Industrial 9 Municipal
AI summary The text presents a visual representation of the average bill impact from 2019 to 2032 resulting from Demand Side Management (DSM) activities in 2019, showing a range of impacts across different customer segments.
9 Municipal Average Participants Average Non-Participants 10 11 12 The general modelling approach is the same as was used for the forward-looking 2016- 13 2018 DSM Resource Plan analysis (isolation of effects arising from proposed DSM only...
AI summary The document discusses the modelling approach used for the 2019 DSM Plan, noting its alignment with previous analyses and the projected impacts on energy production and demand. The proposed plan is expected to reduce energy production and peak demand, with minimal rate impacts for non-participants.
Page 2 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix C 1 Figure 2: Average Rate Impact (2019-2032) as a Result of DSM Activities in 2019 Average Rate Impact (2019-2032) as a Result of DSM Activities in 2019 0.6% 0.5% 0.4% 0.3% 0.2% 0.1...
AI summary The 2019 DSM Plan filing discusses the average rate impact of demand-side management activities from 2019 to 2032, noting a 0.6% average rate impact. It also highlights non-rate benefits, such as the reduction of 850,000 tonnes of CO2e emissions, reduced energy poverty, and increased productivity.
Page 3 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix C
AI summary The document is Appendix C of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan Filing, which likely contains detailed information or supporting materials related to the Demand Side Management Plan submitted in 2019.
1 1. INTRODUCTION 2 3 This analysis provides a high-level estimate of the impact of Demand-Side Management 4 (DSM) activities proposed within EfficiencyOne’s 2019 DSM Resource Plan on customer 5 rates and bills, within each participating r...
AI summary This document outlines a rate and bill impact analysis (RBIA) of EfficiencyOne’s 2019 DSM Resource Plan, estimating the impact of DSM activities on customer rates and bills from 2019 to 2032. It considers participation in DSM programs and the rate impacts of DSM investment, providing historical participation data for reference.
iled on November 14, 2013 along with a detailed methodology 26 report, is designed to show the average, long-term effect of DSM on rates and bills. The 27 model was developed by ENS Corporation and Elenchus Research Associates and built on...
AI summary The document describes a model developed by ENS Corporation and Elenchus Research Associates to analyze the long-term impact of Demand Side Management (DSM) on rates and bills. The model was reviewed and revised multiple times, with the current version being identical to the one used in EfficiencyOne’s 2017 RBIA filing. Attachments provide detailed outputs, assumptions, and equations.
ist of equations to describe the lost 11 revenue and avoided cost calculations. The model, a Microsoft Excel file, has been 12 included in the electronic version of this filing. DATE FILED: April 6, 2018 Page 5 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM...
AI summary The document references a Microsoft Excel model used to calculate lost revenue and avoided costs, which is included in the electronic version of the filing. It is part of the 2019 DSM Plan filing by EfficiencyOne.
April 6, 2018 Page 5 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix C
AI summary The document is a filing related to the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan, submitted on April 6, 2018, as part of Appendix C.
1 2. METHODOLOGY AND ASSUMPTIONS 2 3 This section describes the overall modelling approach and key assumptions. 4 5 2.1 Scenarios 6 7 The model compares two scenarios: a DSM scenario and a no-new-DSM scenario. The 8 DSM scenario includes t...
AI summary This section outlines the methodology and assumptions used in the analysis, comparing two scenarios: one with DSM programs for 2019 and one without. It also details the customer classes considered and how municipal electric utilities are treated within the model.
en any customer within their distribution system participates in an ENS program. 30 Participation of individual customers connected to MEU distribution systems is not 31 modelled. DATE FILED: April 6, 2018 Page 6 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 D...
AI summary The text discusses the participation of customers in ENS programs and notes that participation in MEU distribution systems is not modelled. It refers to the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing and Appendix C.
ril 6, 2018 Page 6 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix C
AI summary This document is part of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing, which includes Appendix C. It provides information related to demand-side management programs and their implementation.
1 2.3 Time Period definitions 2 3 In this analysis, 4 • The DSM delivery period is the timeframe over which DSM programs are delivered. 5 In this analysis, the DSM delivery period is 2019. 6 • The cost recovery period is the timeframe over...
AI summary The document defines key time periods for DSM program analysis, including delivery, cost recovery, avoided costs, lost revenues, and study periods. These periods are critical for assessing the long-term financial and operational impacts of DSM initiatives, particularly for the Residential class with longer measure lifespans.
eriod is 2019- 23 2032. 24 25 2.4 Programs 26 Since the entire portfolio of programs impacts future rates and bills, the analysis includes 27 all ENS programs that are funded by NS Power and recovered from electricity system 28 ratepayers,...
AI summary The text discusses the inclusion of all ENS programs funded by NS Power and recovered from electricity system ratepayers within the DSM delivery period, as these programs impact future rates and bills.
Page 7 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix C
AI summary This document is Appendix C of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan Filing, which outlines details related to demand-side management programs in Nova Scotia.
1 2.5 Calculating Rate Impacts 2 3 No-new-DSM scenario rates 4 For 2019, the forecasted rates as part of the rate stability period are used as the no-new- 5 DSM rates, since they are ‘locked in’ and will be active whether or not any increm...
AI summary The text outlines the methodology for calculating rate impacts under both the no-new-DSM and DSM scenarios. It explains how forecasted rates for 2019 are used as a baseline and how energy and demand rates escalate annually. The DSM scenario incorporates cost recovery, lost revenue, and avoided costs to determine rate changes.
recovered (including lost energy revenues) and b) all avoided costs do not need to be 25 recovered (including avoided energy costs). Together, these two assumptions model the 26 reallocation of ‘lost’ fixed costs from unbilled sales into a...
AI summary The text discusses assumptions related to the recovery of lost energy revenues and avoided costs, and explains an alternative approach to estimating DSM cost recovery in 2019 rates. EfficiencyOne opted for a simpler approach using actual 2019 rates, which may overestimate lost revenues.
Page 8 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix C
AI summary The document is an appendix from the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing, which outlines demand-side management programs and initiatives aimed at improving energy efficiency.
1 The model does not forecast the timing of general rate applications, or the occurrence of 2 any future rate adjustments. In this way, the DSM effects are isolated from all other utility 3 effects impacting rates, and the rate effects pre...
AI summary The text discusses the modeling of demand-side management (DSM) effects on rates, focusing on program cost recovery, avoided costs, and lost revenue recovery. It explains how DSM expenditures are allocated to rate classes and converted into a $/kWh component, as well as the calculation of avoided costs and lost revenue from peak demand reductions.
omer demand reductions. In 2017, 27 NS Power provided ratios of coincident demand contributions to total billed demand for 28 each rate class. Because there is no direct way to correlate peak demand savings with billed 29 demand savings, E...
AI summary EfficiencyOne discusses the methodology used to estimate demand reductions based on ratios of coincident demand contributions to total billed demand for each rate class, as provided by NS Power in 2017. The assumption made is that the ratio between annual system coincident peak demand contribution and total billed demand can be used to correlate peak demand savings with billed demand savings.
pril 6, 2018 Page 9 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix C
AI summary The document is an appendix from the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing, submitted on April 6, 2018, and is page 9 of 23.
1 is the same as the ratio between annual system coincident peak demand savings and billed 2 demand savings (i.e. the ratio for savings is assumed to be the same as the ratio for load). 3 4 Allocation of avoided costs and lost NS Power rev...
AI summary The text discusses the allocation of avoided costs and lost revenues to rate classes, the calculation of bill impacts for non-participant and participant consumption, and the treatment of transformer credits in rate modeling. It outlines how energy and demand rates are adjusted based on DSM scenarios and the assumptions used for modeling consumption and savings.
class, in each year, total annual savings (including 28 current-year savings and persistent savings from past years) are divided equally amongst 29 the number of cumulative participants. The model does not estimate impacts for multiple 30...
AI summary The text describes a model where total annual energy savings, including current and past year savings, are divided equally among all cumulative participants. The model assumes uniform savings per participant and does not account for varying depths of participation.
pril 6, 2018 Page 10 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix C
AI summary The document is part of the 2019 DSM Plan filing by EfficiencyOne, included in Appendix C of the submission dated April 6, 2018, and is part of a larger 23-page document.
1 and demand. In reality, some participants would save much more, and others would save 2 much less. 3 4 Total customer consumption 5 The output graphs include a third category of participants, called Total Customers. This is 6 determined...
AI summary The text discusses the allocation of DSM savings among all customers, including non-participants, to estimate bills in a hypothetical ideal scenario from a customer equity perspective. It also describes the methodology used to calculate participation impacts for historical and current analyses, including the use of participant records and energy savings ratios.
to actual 2016 energy savings to produce 26 participation estimates for 2019. This approach is reasonable since the proposed 2019 27 measure mix for each program, within each class, is not significantly different than in 2016. 28 29 For il...
AI summary The text discusses the methodology used to estimate participation in 2019 DSM programs by referencing historical data from 2016 and provides participation graphs from 2011-2018 for illustrative purposes, noting that the approach is reasonable due to the similarity in program measures between 2016 and 2019.
ril 6, 2018 Page 11 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix C
AI summary The document is an appendix from the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing, which outlines demand side management initiatives and related programs.
1 3. 2019 ANALYSIS RESULTS 2 3 Summary sheets for rate, bill, and participation impacts for each applicable rate class are 4 included in Attachment 1. The graphs presented on the summary sheets have been selected 5 based on representative...
AI summary The 2019 analysis evaluates the rate, bill, and participation impacts of DSM programs across all rate classes. It finds that avoided costs and lost revenues from DSM programs balance out over time, with a slight upward rate pressure of 0.35% to 0.55% in most classes. The analysis uses levelized avoided costs to model long-term effects, and does not account for the current rate stabilization period or existing DSM cost recovery.
26 recovery and lost revenue recovery amounts, but the avoided costs impact is smoothed by 27 the use of levelized avoided costs. Table 1 presents the average rate impacts over the study 28 period, compared to the results of the historical...
AI summary The document discusses the rate impacts of the 2019 DSM Plan, noting that the avoided costs are smoothed using levelized avoided costs. The average rate impacts over the study period are less than a tenth of a cent, with a focus on residential rate impacts.
7 8 Table 1: Average Rate Impact compared to No-New-DSM Scenario, 2017 Historical 9 to 2019 Forecast Results Comparison 2017 Historical RBIA Result 2019 Plan RBIA Result (Average Impact over 2011-2033) (Average Impact over 2019-2032) Rate...
AI summary The table compares the average rate impact of the 2017 historical DSM scenario with the 2019 forecast results, showing the rate changes in cents per kWh and percentage impacts across various rate classes from residential to large industrial users.
7 +0.40% Municipal -0.004 -0.03% +0.037 +0.39% DATE FILED: April 6, 2018 Page 13 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix C 1 3.2 Overall Bill Impacts 2 3 The analysis shows that between 2019 and 2032, participants in 2019 ENS pro...
AI summary The analysis shows that participants in the 2019 ENS programs will experience average bill reductions of up to 4.5% (Residential) between 2019 and 2032, while non-participants see minimal increases. Variations in savings are attributed to differences in participation frequency and project impact across customer classes.
f DSM Activities in 2019 1.0% 0.0% -1.0% -2.0% -3.0% -4.0% -5.0% Residential Small General General Large General Small Medium Large Municipal Industrial Industrial Industrial Average Participants Total Customers Non-Participants 14 15 3.3...
AI summary The document discusses participation figures in the 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan, showing a continuation of activities from recent years. It references participation data from 2011-2016 and estimates for 2017-2019, which were included in EfficiencyOne’s 2017 RBIA.
Page 14 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix C 1 Two types of participation figures are presented – tracked and estimated. Tracked 2 participants are those for which EfficiencyOne has had direct contact with the customer, 3 an...
AI summary The text describes two types of participation figures in EfficiencyOne's 2019 DSM plan filing: tracked and estimated. Tracked participants are those with direct contact and identifying information, while estimated participants lack such data. Participation rates are presented for different customer classes, with large classes showing 100% participation and smaller classes showing increasing rates since 2011.
ed only) Cumulative Participation Rates by Rate Class (tracked only) 100% 90% 80% Residential 70% Small General 60% General 50% Large General Small Industrial 40% Medium Industrial 30% Large Industrial 20% Municipal 10% 0% 2011 2012 2013 2...
AI summary The document presents a graph showing cumulative participation rates by rate class from 2011 to 2019, with participation rates for residential, general, and industrial customers. Participation rates for 2017-2019 are labeled as 'estimated' rather than 'tracked,' leading to a flattening of the cumulative participation curve during those years.
PLAN FILING Appendix C 1 Figure 6: Cumulative Participation Rates by Rate Class3 (tracked and estimated) Cumulative Participation Rates by Rate Class (tracked and estimated) 100% 90% 80% Residential 70% Small General 60% General 50% Large...
AI summary The text presents two figures showing cumulative and annual participation rates by rate class, tracking participation trends across different customer categories from 2011 to 2019. These figures likely relate to demand-side management or energy efficiency programs.
y) Annual Participation Rates by Rate Class (tracked only) 100% 90% 80% Residential 70% Small General 60% General 50% Large General Small Industrial 40% Medium Industrial 30% Large Industrial 20% Municipal 10% 0% 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2...
AI summary The document presents a chart showing annual participation rates by rate class from 2011 to 2019, with the Large General, Medium Industrial, Large Industrial, and Municipal classes having 100% participation each year. Participation rates for 2017-2019 are labeled as 'estimated' rather than 'tracked.'
DSM PLAN FILING Appendix C 1 Figure 8: Annual Participation Rates by Rate Class5 (tracked and estimated) Annual Participation Rates by Rate Class (tracked and estimated) 100% 90% 80% Residential 70% Small General 60% General 50% Large Gene...
AI summary The document presents Figure 8, which shows annual participation rates by rate class for the 2019 DSM Plan filing, highlighting 100% participation in certain classes from 2011 to 2019.
Page 17 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix C
AI summary This document is Appendix C of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan Filing, which outlines the demand-side management strategies and programs for the year 2019.
8 • Non-Participants see an average bill increase of 0.4% over the study period. 29 • The average rate impact over the study period is an increase of 0.5%, or 0.081 30 cents/kWh. DATE FILED: April 6, 2018 Page 18 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 D...
AI summary The document highlights that non-participants in the DSM Plan experienced an average bill increase of 0.4% over the study period, while the average rate impact was an increase of 0.5%, or 0.081 cents/kWh.
, 2018 Page 18 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix C
AI summary The document refers to the 2019 DSM Plan filing by EfficiencyOne, which is part of a larger appendix in a regulatory proceeding. It is related to demand-side management programs and their implementation.
ulative participation reaches the rate class maximum of 100% 23 participation in 2014. For this reason, the bill effects for the participant group reflect 24 the bill effects for total customers after this point. The non-participant line i...
AI summary The text discusses participation rates in a demand-side management (DSM) plan, noting that cumulative participation reaches the rate class maximum of 100% in 2014. It also describes how bill effects for participants reflect those of total customers after this point, and explains the inclusion of a non-participant line for analytical purposes.
18 Page 19 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix C
AI summary This document is part of the EfficiencyOne 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan filing, which outlines energy efficiency initiatives and programs aimed at reducing electricity demand in Nova Scotia.
1 • Participants in the Large General class see an 2 average bill decrease of 1.2% over the study Large General 3 period. 0.4% Rates 4 • Non-Participants see an average bill increase 1.2% Participant bills 5 of 0.4% over the study peri...
AI summary The Large General rate class shows a 1.2% average bill decrease for participants and a 0.4% increase for non-participants over the study period. The rate impact is a 0.4% increase, or 0.044 cents/kWh. The class reached 100% participation in 2011. The Small Industrial class, consisting of Rate Code 21, shows a 2.5% average bill decrease for participants.
ass see 0.6% Rates 23 an average bill decrease of 2.5% over the 2.5% Participant bills 24 study period. 25 • Non-Participants see an average bill increase of 0.5% over the study period. 26 • The average rate impact over the study perio...
AI summary The text discusses changes in participant and non-participant bills over a study period, noting a 2.5% decrease for participants and a 0.5% increase for non-participants. It also mentions a 0.6% average rate increase and notes a re-categorization of a program in 2012.
18 Page 20 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix C
AI summary The document refers to the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing, which is part of a larger appendix in a regulatory proceeding. It outlines a demand-side management plan related to energy efficiency initiatives.
1 Business Direct Install. The participation rates expressed as percentages are 2 percentages of eligible participants, where the proportion of the Small Industrial 3 class deemed eligible is only 1% for Efficient Products (Residential), b...
AI summary The text discusses participation rates in energy efficiency programs, highlighting differences between Small Industrial and Medium Industrial classes. It notes that the Small Industrial class has a low eligibility rate for Efficient Products (Residential), whereas the Small Business Direct Install program has 100% eligibility. For the Medium Industrial class, participants see a 0.4% average bill decrease, while non-participants see a 0.3% increase.
though no non-participants may exist in the rate class. This non-participant line is 23 useful when considering a participant with very little energy and demand savings 24 (e.g., small point-of-sale purchase only). 25 26 3.4.7 Large Indust...
AI summary The text discusses the Large Industrial rate class, including Rate Codes 23 and 25, and mentions interruptible service and high voltage real time pricing tariffs. It also references the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing and Appendix C.
18 Page 21 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix C
AI summary This document is an appendix from the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing, which outlines demand-side management initiatives. It includes details about programs and strategies aimed at improving energy efficiency and reducing demand.
1 • Participants in the Large Industrial class see an average bill decrease of 0.2% over 2 the study period. 3 • Non-Participants see an average bill increase of 0.3% over the study period. 4 • The average rate impact over the study period...
AI summary The text discusses the impact of energy efficiency programs on different customer classes. Large Industrial participants saw a slight bill decrease, while non-participants experienced a slight increase. In the Municipal class, participants saw a significant bill decrease, and the average rate impact was an increase of 0.4%. The analysis simplifies individual customer effects due to participation across all municipal utilities.
y. This is a simplification of the rate and bill 23 effects for individual MEU customers, as their individual participation is not 24 modelled in the analysis. DATE FILED: April 6, 2018 Page 22 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appe...
AI summary The text discusses a simplified model of rate and bill effects for individual MEU customers, noting that their participation is not modelled in the analysis. It is part of an appendix from the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing.
6, 2018 Page 22 of 23 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix C
AI summary The document refers to the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan Filing, which is part of a regulatory proceeding related to demand-side management programs in Nova Scotia.
1 4. CONCLUSION 2 3 This analysis captures the impacts of proposed 2019 DSM programs to customer rates and 4 bills throughout the full lifetime of the DSM impacts. The analysis does not predict actual 5 annual rates or bills in any year, a...
AI summary The analysis evaluates the impacts of the proposed 2019 DSM programs on customer rates and bills over their lifetime. It notes that the impacts are in line with previous DSM programs and highlights non-rate benefits such as reduced greenhouse gas emissions and energy poverty. EfficiencyOne will continue working with the DSMAG to refine the model.
. 23 24 EfficiencyOne will continue to work with the DSMAG to adapt its model to produce the 25 most useful results and welcomes feedback on the model structure and assumptions. DATE FILED: April 6, 2018 Page 23 of 23 Appendix C - Attachme...
AI summary EfficiencyOne is collaborating with the DSMAG to refine its model for producing useful results and welcomes feedback on the model's structure and assumptions. The document includes a rate and bill impact analysis for the residential class under the 2019 DSM Plan.
Rate and Bill Impacts of DSM on the Residential Class
AI summary This section discusses the rate and bill impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) on the residential class, analyzing how DSM programs affect customer rates and overall billing structures.
1 Impacts of DSM on the Residential Rate Class 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035 2036 2037 2038 2039 2040 Units 2 Incremental DSM Savings 53.7 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0...
AI summary The table presents the impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) on the residential rate class from 2019 to 2040. It shows incremental and cumulative DSM savings in gigawatt-hours (GWh) and DSM costs in dollars. Savings remain constant at 53.7 GWh from 2019 to 2031, after which they drop to zero, while DSM costs are only recorded in 2019 and are zero in all other years.
Annual Average Savings per Participant (Current Year) 470 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 kWh 9 Cumulative Cost per kWh Saved 31.749 31.749 31.749 31.749 31.749 31.749 31.749 31.749 31.749 31.749 31.749 31.749 31.749 31.749 0.0...
AI summary The text presents data on annual average savings per participant and cumulative cost per kWh saved, highlighting metrics related to energy efficiency programs. It also references changes in residential rates as a result of demand-side management (DSM).
Average Change in Residential Bills as a Result of DSM 11 0.7 3% 12 0.6 2% 13 0.5 1% 14 0.4 0% Monthly Bill Impacts (%) Change in Rates (¢/kWh)
AI summary The text presents a visual representation of the average change in residential electricity bills as a result of Demand Side Management (DSM) initiatives. It shows a decrease in monthly bill impacts over time, measured in percentage and cents per kilowatt-hour.
2030 2031 2032 22 Participants Non-Participants Total Customers 23 Participant Average (2019-2032) Non-Participant Average (2019-2032) Total Customers Average (2019-2032) Lost Revenue Program Costs Avoided Costs Net Rate Impact Average Net...
AI summary The text presents a table with data spanning from 2030 to 2032, including metrics such as lost revenue, program costs, avoided costs, and net rate impact for participants and non-participants, along with averages from 2019 to 2032.
Lost Revenue Program Costs Avoided Costs Net Rate Impact Average Net Rate Impact (2019-2032) 24 25 This graph shows estimated rate impacts of DSM, relative to the no-DSM scenario. Blue bars show the impact of program cost recovery. Red bar...
AI summary The graph illustrates the estimated rate and bill impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) programs compared to a no-DSM scenario. It shows program cost recovery, lost revenues from reduced sales, and avoided utility costs, with the net rate effect represented by a blue line.
are allocated equally to all customers in the class. 27 Year-over-year change in Residential Rates with and without DSM Average Change in Residential Bills in Comparison to a No-DSM Scenario 28 5.0% $4 29 4.5% 30 $2 Change in Rates over pr...
AI summary The text discusses the year-over-year change in residential rates with and without demand-side management (DSM), along with the average change in residential bills compared to a no-DSM scenario, showing a 5% increase in rates and a $4 increase in bills.
2031 2032 39 40 No-DSM year-over-year rate impact DSM year-over-year rate impact Non-Participants Total Customers Participants 41 42 This graph shows monthly bill impacts relative to the no-DSM scenario in absolute terms, for the same grou...
AI summary The text presents two graphs: one showing monthly bill impacts relative to a no-DSM scenario and another showing annual percentage changes in rates for DSM and no-DSM scenarios. These visuals compare rate impacts for different customer groups.
, for the same groups of customers as the graph shown above it. This graph shows the annual percentage change in rates over the previous year, for both the DSM and no-DSM scenarios. 43 44
AI summary The text discusses a graph illustrating the annual percentage change in rates over the previous year for both the DSM and no-DSM scenarios, highlighting the impact of demand-side management on rate changes.
Attachment 1 to Appendix C, Page 1 of 16 2019 Plan Rate and Bill Impact Analysis Results by Rate Class Date Filed: April 6, 2018 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING - App
AI summary This document is the 2019 Plan Rate and Bill Impact Analysis Results by Rate Class, filed on April 6, 2018, as part of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing. It provides an analysis of the impact of the demand-side management plan on rates and bills across different rate classes.
EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING - Appendix C Line# Rate and Bill Impacts of DSM on the Residential Class
AI summary This appendix discusses the rate and bill impacts of the 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan on the residential class, providing an analysis of how the plan affects customer bills and rates.
Rate and Bill Impacts of DSM on the Residential Class
AI summary The document discusses the rate and bill impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) on the residential class, analyzing how DSM programs affect electricity rates and customer bills.
1 Impacts of DSM on the Residential Rate Class 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035 2036 2037 2038 2039 2040 Units 2 Incremental DSM Savings 53.7 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0...
AI summary The text presents a table showing the impact of Demand Side Management (DSM) on the residential rate class from 2019 to 2040. It indicates that incremental DSM savings are zero after 2019, while cumulative savings remain constant at 53.7 GWh. DSM costs are only recorded for 2019, and the number of new participants remains unchanged over the period.
Participation Rate (%) 40% New Residential 70% 16 60% 17 Energy Savings Actions Percentage of Rate Class 30% 50% Participating 18 Efficient Products (BNI)
AI summary The text presents participation rates for energy savings actions, highlighting a 40% participation rate for new residential programs and a 70% participation rate for efficient products (BNI). It also shows a 30% participation rate and 50% of the rate class participating in energy savings actions.
show "estimated" participants for programs where individual customer information is not obtained. All 2017-2019 any program. participation is shown as "estimated". 44 Attachment 1 to Appendix C, Page 2 of 16 2019 Plan Rate and Bill Impact...
AI summary The text discusses the estimation of program participants for the 2017-2019 period, where individual customer information is not obtained, and mentions the 2019 Plan Rate and Bill Impact Analysis Results by Rate Class, filed on April 6, 2018.
EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING - Appendix C Line# Rate and Bill Impacts of DSM on the Small General Class
AI summary This document is an appendix from the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan Filing, focusing on the rate and bill impacts of demand-side management (DSM) on the Small General Class.
Rate and Bill Impacts of DSM on the Small General Class
AI summary This document discusses the rate and bill impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) on the Small General Class, focusing on how DSM programs affect customer rates and billing structures.
1 Impacts of DSM on the Small General Rate Class 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035 2036 2037 2038 2039 2040 Units 2 Incremental DSM Savings 2.9 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0...
AI summary The table outlines the impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) on the Small General Rate Class from 2019 to 2040. It shows incremental and cumulative DSM savings in gigawatt-hours (GWh) and associated DSM costs. The data indicates that after 2021, there are no incremental savings or costs, and cumulative savings remain at 2.9 GWh from 2021 to 2030.
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 kWh 9 Cumulative Cost per kWh Saved 38.583 38.583 38.583 38.583 38.583 38.583 38.583 38.583 38.583 38.583 38.583 38.583 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 cents 10 Change in...
AI summary The text presents a table with cumulative cost per kWh saved and changes in small general rates and bills as a result of demand-side management (DSM). The data shows consistent values for cost per kWh saved and indicates changes in rates and bills related to DSM initiatives.
Average Change in Small General Bills as a Result of DSM 11 4% 12 1.0 3% 13 0.8 2% 14 0.6 1% Monthly Bill Impacts (%) 15 Change in Rates (¢/kWh)
AI summary The text presents data on the average change in small general bills as a result of demand-side management (DSM), showing percentage changes and impacts on monthly bills and rates in cents per kilowatt-hour.
2030 2031 2032 22 Participants Non-Participants Total Customers 23 Lost Revenue Program Costs Avoided Costs Net Rate Impact Average Net Rate Impact (2019-2032) Participant Average (2019-2032) Non-Participant Average (2019-2032) Total Custo...
AI summary The text presents a table with data related to participants and non-participants in a program, including metrics such as lost revenue, program costs, avoided costs, and net rate impact from 2019 to 2032. It highlights average net rate impact and participant averages over the period.
Participant Average (2019-2032) Non-Participant Average (2019-2032) Total Customers Average (2019-2032) 24 25 This graph shows estimated rate impacts of DSM, relative to the no-DSM scenario. Blue bars show the impact of program cost recove...
AI summary The text discusses the estimated rate and bill impacts of demand-side management (DSM) programs compared to a no-DSM scenario, highlighting differences between participants, non-participants, and total customers. It references graphs showing the effects of program cost recovery, lost revenues, and avoided utility costs.
Average Change in Small General Bills in Comparison to a No-DSM Scenario 28 29 6% $6 30 5% $4 Change in Rates over previous year (%) 31 4% 32 $2
AI summary The text presents a comparison of average changes in small general bills against a no-DSM (Demand Side Management) scenario, illustrating a 6% change in rates over the previous year and associated financial figures.
2031 2032 40 41 No-DSM year-over-year rate impact DSM year-over-year rate impact 42 Non-Participants Total Customers Participants
AI summary The text presents a comparison of rate impacts between no-DSM and DSM years, showing the effect on non-participants, total customers, and participants. It includes a table with year-over-year rate impact data, but lacks detailed context or analysis.
Non-Participants Total Customers Participants 43 This graph shows the annual percentage change in rates over the previous year, for both the DSM and no-DSM scenarios. This graph shows monthly bill impacts relative to the no-DSM scenario in...
AI summary The text references graphs that illustrate the annual percentage change in rates and monthly bill impacts for DSM and no-DSM scenarios, highlighting the effects of demand-side management on customer bills.
This graph shows monthly bill impacts relative to the no-DSM scenario in absolute terms, for the same groups of customers as the graph shown above it. 44
AI summary This text refers to a graph illustrating the monthly bill impacts of demand-side management (DSM) relative to a no-DSM scenario, presented in absolute terms for specific customer groups.
EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING - Appendix C Line# Rate and Bill Impacts of DSM on the Small General Class
AI summary This document discusses the rate and bill impacts of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan on the Small General Class. It provides an analysis of how demand-side management initiatives affect rates and customer bills.
Rate and Bill Impacts of DSM on the Small General Class
AI summary The document discusses the rate and bill impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) on the Small General Class, analyzing how DSM programs affect customer rates and billing structures.
1 Impacts of DSM on the Small General Rate Class 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035 2036 2037 2038 2039 2040 Units 2 Incremental DSM Savings 2.9 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0...
AI summary The document presents data on the impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) on the Small General Rate Class from 2019 to 2040. It shows incremental and cumulative DSM savings, DSM costs, and the cumulative number of new participants over time.
24,539 24,539 24,539 24,539 24,539 24,539 24,539 24,539 24,539 24,539 24,539 24,539 24,539 24,539 24,539 24,539 24,539 24,539 24,539 24,539 Annual Average Savings per Participant (Cumulative) 363 363 363 363 363 363 363 363 363 363 363 363...
AI summary The text presents numerical data with repeated values of 24,539 and 363, along with a mention of 'kWh' and 'Annual Number of Participants' being zero in most columns, indicating potential data or program participation metrics.
Annual Average Savings per Participant (Current Year) 363 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 kWh 9 Cumulative Cost per kWh Saved 38.583 38.583 38.583 38.583 38.583 38.583 38.583 38.583 38.583 38.583 38.583 38.583 0.000 0.000 0.000...
AI summary The text presents data on annual average savings per participant and cumulative cost per kWh saved across various programs. It also includes a chart showing cumulative participation rates as a percentage of total small general customers, indicating program engagement levels.
Participation Rate (%) New Residential 70% 16 60% 60% 17 Energy Savings Actions Percentage of Rate Class 50% 50% Participating 18 40% Efficient Products (BNI) 19
AI summary The text presents participation rates for energy savings actions, particularly focusing on new residential and efficient product programs, with rates at 70% and 60%, respectively. It highlights the percentage of rate classes participating in these initiatives.
10% 10% 23 0% 0% 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 24 25 This graph shows cumulative program participation for the class, as a percentage of eligible participants for each program. Ea...
AI summary The text describes a graph illustrating cumulative program participation rates for a class of participants, showing the percentage of eligible participants for each program. Each participant is counted once in the first year they join a program. Darker bars represent tracked participants, while lighter bars represent estimated participation where individual customer information is not available. All participation from 2017 to 2019 is estimated.
obtained. All 2017-2019 participation is shown as "estimated". participate. 27 Annual Small General Participation Rates by Program 28 Annual Participation as a Percentage of Total Small General Customers 29 100% 40% 30 90% Efficient Produc...
AI summary The text presents annual small general participation rates by program, showing participation rates as a percentage of total small general customers for the years 2017-2019. The data is labeled as 'estimated' and includes a chart with participation rates for the Efficient Products (Residential) program.
pating 40% Efficient Products (BNI) 36 15% 37 30% Custom 38 10% 20% Small Business 39 10% 5% 40 0% 0% 41 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2011 2012 2013
AI summary The text presents two graphs showing participation rates for the BNI Custom Program and Small Business Program from 2011 to 2019, with percentages indicating the level of participation each year.
Attachment 1 to Appendix C, Page 4 of 16 2019 Plan Rate and Bill Impact Analysis Results by Rate Class Date Filed: April 6, 2018 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING - Appendix C
AI summary This document is part of the 2019 DSM Plan filing, specifically Appendix C, which includes a rate and bill impact analysis by rate class. It was filed on April 6, 2018, and is part of the EfficiencyOne submission.
EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING - Appendix C Line# Rate and Bill Impacts of DSM on the General Class
AI summary This document discusses the rate and bill impacts of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan on the General Class, focusing on how demand-side management initiatives affect customer rates and billing.
Rate and Bill Impacts of DSM on the General Class
AI summary This document discusses the rate and bill impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) on the General Class of customers. It explores how DSM programs influence electricity rates and customer bills, considering the broader implications for affordability and cost recovery.
1 Impacts of DSM on the General Rate Class 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035 2036 2037 2038 2039 2040 Units 2 Incremental DSM Savings 38.6 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0...
AI summary The document presents a table showing the impact of Demand Side Management (DSM) on the General Rate Class from 2019 to 2040. Incremental DSM savings are reported as 38.6 GWh in 2019 and remain unchanged thereafter. Cumulative DSM savings also remain at 38.6 GWh from 2019 onward. DSM costs for the rate class are reported as $9,435,317 in 2019 and zero for all subsequent years.
Annual Average Savings per Participant (Cumulative) 5,544 5,544 5,544 5,544 5,544 5,544 5,544 5,544 5,544 5,544 5,544 5,544 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6 kWh Annual Number of Participants 6,971 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 7 Annual Av...
AI summary The text presents data on annual average savings per participant and the number of participants in a program, with consistent values across multiple years and periods. The data indicates no change in savings or participant numbers over time.
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 kWh 9 Cumulative Cost per kWh Saved 24.414 24.414 24.414 24.414 24.414 24.414 24.414 24.414 24.414 24.414 24.414 24.414 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 cents 10 Change in Gene...
AI summary The text presents a table with cumulative cost per kWh saved and changes in general rates and bills as a result of Demand Side Management (DSM). The data shows consistent values for cost per kWh saved and indicates changes in rates and bills due to DSM initiatives.
rage Change in General Bills as a Result of DSM 11 4% 12 0.6 0.5 3% 13 14 0.4 2% Monthly Bill Impacts (%) 15 0.3 Change in Rates (¢/kWh)
AI summary The text presents data on the change in general bills and monthly bill impacts as a result of Demand Side Management (DSM) initiatives, with percentages and rates displayed across different time points or scenarios.
23 Participant Average (2019-2032) Non-Participant Average (2019-2032) Total Customers Average (2019-2032) Lost Revenue Program Costs Avoided Costs Net Rate Impact Average Net Rate Impact (2019-2032) 24 This graph shows estimated bill impa...
AI summary The text discusses the estimated bill and rate impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) programs, comparing participants, non-participants, and total customers over the period 2019-2032. It highlights the effects of program costs, lost revenue, and avoided utility costs on the net rate impact.
he impact of lost revenues due to reduced sales. Purple bars show the impact of avoided utility costs. The blue line is the net rate effect (sum of positive and negative rate pressures), which are allocated equally to all customers in the...
AI summary The text discusses the impact of Demand Side Management (DSM) on revenue, utility costs, and general rates. It highlights the net rate effect, which is allocated equally to all customers, and shows the year-over-year changes in general rates with and without DSM, along with the average change in general bills compared to a no-DSM scenario.
2031 2032 41 No-DSM year-over-year rate impact DSM year-over-year rate impact 42 Non-Participants Total Customers Participants 43 This graph shows the annual percentage change in rates over the previous year, for both the DSM and no-DSM sc...
AI summary The text presents two graphs illustrating the annual percentage change in rates and monthly bill impacts for DSM and no-DSM scenarios, comparing participants and non-participants.
This graph shows monthly bill impacts relative to the no-DSM scenario in absolute terms, for the same groups of customers as the graph shown above it. 44
AI summary This graph illustrates the monthly bill impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) initiatives compared to a no-DSM scenario, focusing on the same customer groups as the graph above.
Attachment 1 to Appendix C, Page 5 of 16 2019 Plan Rate and Bill Impact Analysis Results by Rate Class Date Filed: April 6, 2018 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM P
AI summary This document presents the 2019 Plan Rate and Bill Impact Analysis Results by Rate Class, filed on April 6, 2018, focusing on the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan.
EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING - Appendix C Line# Rate and Bill Impacts of DSM on the General Class
AI summary This document discusses the rate and bill impacts of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan on the General Class of customers, providing an analysis of how demand-side management initiatives affect electricity rates and customer bills.
Rate and Bill Impacts of DSM on the General Class
AI summary This document discusses the impact of Demand Side Management (DSM) programs on the rates and bills of the General Class of customers. It examines how these programs influence overall electricity costs and customer billing structures.
1 Impacts of DSM on the General Rate Class 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035 2036 2037 2038 2039 2040 Units 2 Incremental DSM Savings 38.6 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0...
AI summary The table presents the impact of Demand Side Management (DSM) on the General Rate Class from 2019 to 2040. It shows that incremental DSM savings remain constant at 38.6 GWh from 2019 and drop to 0 from 2022 onward. Cumulative DSM savings remain at 38.6 GWh until 2025, after which they also drop to 0. DSM costs for the rate class are only recorded in 2019 at $9,435,317, and remain at 0 afterward. The cumulative number of new participants remains constant at 14,844 from 2019 to 2035.
Annual Average Savings per Participant (Current Year) 5,544 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 kWh 9 Cumulative Cost per kWh Saved 24.414 24.414 24.414 24.414 24.414 24.414 24.414 24.414 24.414 24.414 24.414 24.414 0.000 0.000 0.0...
AI summary The text presents data on annual average savings per participant and cumulative cost per kWh saved across various programs, with participation rates shown as a percentage of total small general customers. The data appears to be related to energy efficiency and demand-side management initiatives.
Participation Rate (%) New Residential 70% 16 60% 60% 17 Energy Savings Actions Percentage of Rate Class 50% 50% Participating 18 40% Efficient Products (BNI)
AI summary The text presents participation rates for new residential energy savings actions, with 70% participation, and highlights efficient products under the BNI program, showing 60% participation in energy savings actions.
EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING - Appendix C Line# Rate and Bill Impacts of DSM on the Large General Class
AI summary This document discusses the rate and bill impacts of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan on the Large General Class, providing an analysis of how demand-side management initiatives affect electricity rates and customer bills.
Rate and Bill Impacts of DSM on the Large General Class
AI summary This document discusses the rate and bill impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) on the Large General Class of customers. It examines how DSM programs influence electricity rates and customer bills, focusing on the financial implications for this specific customer group.
1 Impacts of DSM on the Large General Rate Class 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035 2036 2037 2038 2039 2040 Units 2 Incremental DSM Savings 7.8 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0...
AI summary The table presents the impact of Demand Side Management (DSM) on the Large General Rate Class from 2019 to 2040. It shows incremental and cumulative DSM savings in gigawatt-hours (GWh) and DSM costs for the rate class. The data reveals that after 2021, incremental DSM savings dropped to zero, and DSM costs were recorded only in 2019.
DSM Costs for the Rate Class 1,291,491 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Dollars 5 Cumulative Number of New Participants 78 78 78 78 78 78 78 78 78 78 78 78 78 78 78 78 78 78 78 78 78 78
AI summary The text presents data on DSM costs for a rate class and the cumulative number of new participants over multiple periods, showing consistent values across all entries.
Annual Average Savings per Participant (Cumulative) 435,854 435,854 435,854 435,854 435,854 435,854 435,854 435,854 435,854 435,854 435,854 435,854 435,854 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6 kWh Annual Number of Participants 59 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0...
AI summary The table presents data on annual average savings per participant and the number of participants across various years. The data shows consistent savings of 435,854 kWh annually, with a significant number of participants (59) in the first year and none in subsequent years. Savings in the current year are reported as 132,398 kWh.
Participant (Current Year) 132,398 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 kWh 9 Cumulative Cost per kWh Saved 16.462 16.462 16.462 16.462 16.462 16.462 16.462 16.462 16.462 16.462 16.462 16.462 16.462 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.0...
AI summary The document presents data on a participant's cumulative cost per kWh saved, showing a consistent value of 16.462 cents, and references a change in large general rates as a result of demand-side management (DSM).
Change in Large General Rates as a Result of DSM Average Change in Large General Bills as a Result of DSM 11 0.5 3% 12 13 0.4 2% 14 0.3 1% Change in Rates (¢/kWh)
AI summary The text presents data on the average change in large general rates and bills as a result of demand-side management (DSM). It includes visual representations with numerical values and percentages indicating the impact of DSM on rates and bills.
2030 2031 2032 Participants Non-Participants Total Customers 22 Lost Revenue Program Costs Avoided Costs Net Rate Impact Average Net Rate Impact (2019-2032) Participant Average (2019-2032) Non-Participant Average (2019-2032) Total Customer...
AI summary The text presents a table with data on participants and non-participants in a program, including metrics such as lost revenue, program costs, avoided costs, and net rate impact from 2019 to 2032. It includes averages for participants, non-participants, and total customers.
articipant Average (2019-2032) Non-Participant Average (2019-2032) Total Customers Average (2019-2032) 23 24 This graph shows estimated rate impacts of DSM, relative to the no-DSM scenario. Blue bars show the impact of program cost recover...
AI summary This text discusses the estimated rate and bill impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) programs, comparing participant, non-participant, and total customers averages from 2019 to 2032. It highlights the impact of program cost recovery, lost revenues, and avoided utility costs.
are allocated equally to all customers in the class. In this class, all customers are assumed to have participated, so the Participants line matches the Total Customers line. 26 27 Year-over-year change in Large General Rates with and with...
AI summary The text discusses the allocation of costs equally among customers in a class, noting that all customers are assumed to have participated, resulting in the Participants line matching the Total Customers line. It also references year-over-year changes in Large General Rates with and without DSM, and the average change in Large General Bills compared to a No-DSM scenario.
2031 2032 41 No-DSM year-over-year rate impact DSM year-over-year rate impact 42 Non-Participants Total Customers Participants
AI summary The text presents a comparison of rate impacts between No-DSM and DSM years, with categories for Non-Participants, Total Customers, and Participants. It provides a visual representation of year-over-year rate changes in the context of demand-side management programs.
Non-Participants Total Customers Participants 43 This graph shows the annual percentage change in rates over the previous year, for both the DSM and no-DSM scenarios. This graph shows monthly bill impacts relative to the no-DSM scenario in...
AI summary The text references two graphs: one showing the annual percentage change in rates over the previous year for DSM and no-DSM scenarios, and another showing monthly bill impacts relative to the no-DSM scenario in absolute terms for the same customer groups.
This graph shows monthly bill impacts relative to the no-DSM scenario in absolute terms, for the same groups of customers as the graph shown above it. 44
AI summary This text refers to a graph illustrating monthly bill impacts relative to a no-DSM scenario for specific customer groups, providing a visual comparison of the effects of demand-side management programs.
EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING - Appendix C Line# Rate and Bill Impacts of DSM on the Large General Class
AI summary This document is an appendix from the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan Filing, focusing on the rate and bill impacts of demand-side management (DSM) on the Large General Class of customers.
Rate and Bill Impacts of DSM on the Large General Class
AI summary The text discusses the rate and bill impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) on the Large General Class, focusing on how DSM initiatives affect electricity rates and customer bills for this specific class of users.
1 Impacts of DSM on the Large General Rate Class 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035 2036 2037 2038 2039 2040 Units 2 Incremental DSM Savings 7.8 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0...
AI summary The document provides a table showing the impact of Demand Side Management (DSM) on the Large General Rate Class from 2019 to 2040. It details incremental and cumulative DSM savings, DSM costs, and the cumulative number of new participants over time. The data shows that after 2019, incremental DSM savings and costs dropped to zero, while the number of new participants remained constant.
Participation Rate (%) 15 70% 70% 16 60% Energy Savings Actions 60% Percentage of Rate Class 17 50% Participating Efficient Products (BNI) 50% 18
AI summary The text presents participation rates and energy savings actions, including a 70% participation rate and a 50% participation rate for Efficient Products (BNI). It highlights the percentage of rate class participating in energy-saving initiatives.
Participation Rate (%) 33 70% 60% Energy Savings Actions 34 60% Percentage of Rate Class 50% Efficient Products (BNI) Participating 35
AI summary The text presents participation rates and energy savings actions, with 33% and 70% figures, and mentions efficient products under the BNI program. It highlights the percentage of rate class participation.
Attachment 1 to Appendix C, Page 8 of 16 2019 Plan Rate and Bill Impact Analysis Results by Rate Class Date Filed: April 6, 2018 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING - Appendix C
AI summary This document is part of the 2019 DSM Plan filing by EfficiencyOne, providing a rate and bill impact analysis results by rate class, filed on April 6, 2018.
EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING - Appendix C Line# Rate and Bill Impacts of DSM on the Small Industrial Class
AI summary This document discusses the rate and bill impacts of the Demand Side Management (DSM) plan on the Small Industrial Class as part of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing, specifically in Appendix C.
Rate and Bill Impacts of DSM on the Small Industrial Class
AI summary This document discusses the rate and bill impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) on the Small Industrial Class, focusing on how DSM programs affect electricity rates and customer bills for small industrial users.
1 Impacts of DSM on the Small Industrial Rate Class 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035 2036 2037 2038 2039 2040 Units 2 Incremental DSM Savings 6.4 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0...
AI summary The table shows the impact of Demand Side Management (DSM) on the small industrial rate class from 2019 to 2040. It indicates incremental and cumulative DSM savings in gigawatt-hours (GWh) and the associated DSM costs for the rate class. The data shows that after 2019, there are no incremental DSM savings, and the DSM costs for the rate class are recorded as $1,347,916 in 2019 with no costs in subsequent years.
Annual Average Savings per Participant (Cumulative) 5,770 5,770 5,770 5,770 5,770 5,770 5,770 5,770 5,770 5,770 5,770 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6 kWh Annual Number of Participants 1,106 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 7 Annual Averag...
AI summary The text presents tables with data on annual average savings per participant and the number of participants for a demand-side management program. The data shows consistent savings of 5,770 kWh per participant across multiple years, but the number of participants drops to zero after the first year.
5,770 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 kWh 9 Cumulative Cost per kWh Saved 21.122 21.122 21.122 21.122 21.122 21.122 21.122 21.122 21.122 21.122 21.122 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 cents 10 C...
AI summary The text presents a table showing cumulative cost per kWh saved, with a value of 21.122 cents, and mentions a change in small industrial rates as a result of Demand Side Management (DSM).
Change in Small Industrial Rates as a Result of DSM Average Change in Small Industrial Bills as a Result of DSM 11 5% 12 0.8 4% 13 0.7 3% 0.6 14 2% 0.5
AI summary The document presents data on the average change in small industrial bills as a result of Demand Side Management (DSM), showing a 5% increase with corresponding numerical values ranging from 0.5 to 0.8.
2031 2032 22 Participants Non-Participants Total Customers 23 Lost Revenue Program Costs Avoided Costs Net Rate Impact Average Net Rate Impact (2019-2032) Participant Average (2019-2032) Non-Participant Average (2019-2032) Total Customers...
AI summary The text presents a table with data on participants and non-participants in a program, including metrics such as lost revenue, program costs, avoided costs, and net rate impact from 2019 to 2032. It outlines average net rate impacts and participant averages over the period.
Participant Average (2019-2032) Non-Participant Average (2019-2032) Total Customers Average (2019-2032) 24 25 This graph shows estimated rate impacts of DSM, relative to the no-DSM scenario. Blue bars show the impact of program cost recove...
AI summary This text presents graphs showing the estimated rate and bill impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) programs compared to a no-DSM scenario. Blue bars represent program cost recovery, red bars show lost revenues due to reduced sales, and purple bars indicate avoided utility costs. The net rate effect is shown as a blue line, and the dotted red line represents the average net rate impact over the study period.
the study period. allocated equally to all customers in the class. 27 28 Year-over-year change in Small Industrial Rates with and without DSM Average Change in Small Industrial Bills in Comparison 29 to a No-DSM Scenario 8% 30 $80 Change i...
AI summary The text discusses year-over-year changes in Small Industrial Rates with and without Demand Side Management (DSM), as well as average changes in Small Industrial Bills compared to a no-DSM scenario. It includes visual data representation such as percentages and dollar amounts.
2031 2032 40 41 No-DSM year-over-year rate impact DSM year-over-year rate impact Non-Participants Total Customers Participants 42 43 This graph shows the annual percentage change in rates over the previous year, for both the DSM and no-DSM...
AI summary The text presents two graphs: one showing annual percentage changes in rates between DSM and no-DSM scenarios, and another showing monthly bill impacts for different customer groups relative to the no-DSM scenario.
This graph shows monthly bill impacts relative to the no-DSM scenario in absolute terms, for the same groups of customers as the graph shown above it. 44
AI summary This text refers to a graph that illustrates the monthly bill impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) relative to a no-DSM scenario, focusing on the same customer groups as another graph.
EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING - Appendix C Line# Rate and Bill Impacts of DSM on the Small Industrial Class
AI summary This document discusses the rate and bill impacts of the Demand Side Management (DSM) plan on the Small Industrial Class as part of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan Filing, specifically in Appendix C.
Rate and Bill Impacts of DSM on the Small Industrial Class
AI summary This document discusses the rate and bill impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) on the Small Industrial Class, focusing on how DSM initiatives affect electricity rates and customer bills for this specific customer segment.
1 Impacts of DSM on the Small Industrial Rate Class 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035 2036 2037 2038 2039 2040 Units 2 Incremental DSM Savings 6.4 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0...
AI summary The document presents a table showing the impact of Demand Side Management (DSM) on the Small Industrial Rate Class from 2019 to 2040. It includes incremental and cumulative DSM savings, DSM costs, and the cumulative number of new participants. The data shows that after 2019, there are no further incremental savings or costs, and the number of new participants remains constant.
Dollars 5 Cumulative Number of New Participants 1,926 1,926 1,926 1,926 1,926 1,926 1,926 1,926 1,926 1,926 1,926 1,926 1,926 1,926 1,926 1,926 1,926 1,926 1,926 1,926 1,926 1,926 Annual Average Savings per Participant (Cumulative) 5,770 5...
AI summary The table shows the cumulative number of new participants in a program, which remains constant at 1,926 across all periods. The annual average savings per participant is listed as 5,770, but this value drops to 0 in subsequent periods. The annual number of participants decreases to 0 after the first year.
Annual Average Savings per Participant (Current Year) 5,770 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 kWh 9 Cumulative Cost per kWh Saved 21.122 21.122 21.122 21.122 21.122 21.122 21.122 21.122 21.122 21.122 21.122 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.00...
AI summary The text presents data on annual average savings per participant and cumulative cost per kWh saved, with values predominantly zero except for a few entries. It also includes a chart showing cumulative small industrial participation rates by program as a percentage of total small industrial customers.
Participation Rate (%) 70% 16 60% Energy Savings Actions 60% Percentage of Rate Class 17 50% Participating Efficient Products (BNI) 50% 18
AI summary The text presents a participation rate of 70% and highlights energy savings actions, with 50% of the rate class participating in efficient products under the BNI program.
as "estimated". participate. 27 Annual Small Industrial Participation Rates by Program Annual Participation as a Percentage of Total Small Industrial Customers 28 29 100% Efficient Products (Residential) 100% 30 90% Participation Rate (% o...
AI summary The text presents annual participation rates for small industrial customers in efficiency programs, with a focus on the Efficient Products (Residential) program, showing participation as a percentage of total eligible customers.
Participation Rate (%) 60% Energy Savings Actions 34 60% Percentage of Rate Class 50% Efficient Products (BNI) Participating 35 50%
AI summary The text presents participation rates and energy savings actions, with 60% participation in energy-saving initiatives and 50% efficiency from BNI programs. It highlights the percentage of rate classes involved in these efforts.
Attachment 1 to Appendix C, Page 10 of 16 2019 Plan Rate and Bill Impact Analysis Results by Rate Class Date Filed: April 6, 2018 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING - Appendix C
AI summary This document is a part of the 2019 Plan Rate and Bill Impact Analysis Results by Rate Class, submitted as Attachment 1 to Appendix C. It provides an analysis of the impact of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan on rates and bills, filed on April 6, 2018.
EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING - Appendix C Line# Rate and Bill Impacts of DSM on the Medium Industrial Class
AI summary This section of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing discusses the rate and bill impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) on the Medium Industrial Class.
Rate and Bill Impacts of DSM on the Medium Industrial Class
AI summary The document discusses the rate and bill impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) on the Medium Industrial Class, analyzing how DSM programs affect electricity rates and customer bills for this specific customer segment.
1 Impacts of DSM on the Medium Industrial Rate Class 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035 2036 2037 2038 2039 2040 Units 2 Incremental DSM Savings 7.5 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0...
AI summary The table presents the impact of Demand Side Management (DSM) on the Medium Industrial Rate Class from 2019 to 2040, showing incremental and cumulative DSM savings in gigawatt-hours (GWh) and associated DSM costs. Incremental savings peak at 7.5 GWh in 2019 and remain flat thereafter, while cumulative savings remain constant at 7.5 GWh after 2019. DSM costs are recorded as $1,587,288 in 2019 and zero in subsequent years.
Annual Average Savings per Participant (Cumulative) 50,225 50,225 50,225 50,225 50,225 50,225 50,225 50,225 50,225 50,225 50,225 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6 kWh Annual Number of Participants 329 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 7 Annu...
AI summary The text presents data on annual average savings per participant and the number of participants for a program. The data shows consistent savings of 50,225 kWh per participant across multiple years, but the number of participants drops to zero after the first year. Savings in the current year are reported as 22,777 kWh, with no participants recorded.
Year) 22,777 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 kWh 9 Cumulative Cost per kWh Saved 21.195 21.195 21.195 21.195 21.195 21.195 21.195 21.195 21.195 21.195 21.195 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 cen...
AI summary The table shows cumulative cost per kWh saved under the Demand Side Management (DSM) program, with a consistent value of 21.195 cents across multiple years. It also references a change in medium industrial rates as a result of DSM.
Change in Medium Industrial Rates as a Result of DSM Average Change in Medium Industrial Bills as a Result of DSM 11 0.4 3.0% 12 2.5% 13 0.3 2.0% 14 1.5%
AI summary The document presents data on the average change in medium industrial rates and bills as a result of Demand Side Management (DSM), showing a range of changes from 0.3 to 0.4 in rates and 1.5% to 3.0% in bill changes.
2032 Participants Non-Participants Total Customers 22 Participant Average (2019-2032) Non-Participant Average (2019-2032) Total Customers Average (2019-2032) 23 Lost Revenue Program Costs Avoided Costs Net Rate Impact Average Net Rate Impa...
AI summary The text presents data on participant and non-participant customers, including lost revenue, program costs, avoided costs, and net rate impact related to Demand Side Management (DSM) from 2019 to 2032. A graph is mentioned that illustrates estimated bill impacts of DSM as a percentage difference.
This graph shows estimated bill impacts of DSM as percentage differences relative to the no-DSM scenario. 'Participants' represents a customer with average energy use and 25 This graph shows estimated rate impacts of DSM, relative to the n...
AI summary This graph illustrates the estimated bill and rate impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) programs compared to a no-DSM scenario. It differentiates between participants, non-participants, and total customers, showing the effects of program cost recovery, lost revenues, and avoided utility costs on rates.
matches the Total Customers line. 26 accounts for recovery of fixed costs that are not avoided due to DSM. The dotted red line shows the average net rate impact of DSM over the study period. 27 Year-over-year change in Medium Industrial Ra...
AI summary The text discusses the impact of Demand Side Management (DSM) on medium industrial rates and bills, showing the year-over-year changes and average net rate impact over a study period.
2031 2032 41 No-DSM year-over-year rate impact DSM year-over-year rate impact Non-Participants Total Customers Participants 42
AI summary The text presents a comparison of rate impacts between a No-DSM year and a DSM year, showing differences for non-participants, total customers, and participants. This analysis is likely related to demand-side management programs and their financial implications.
Non-Participants Total Customers Participants 42 43 This graph shows the annual percentage change in rates over the previous year, for both the DSM and no-DSM scenarios. This graph shows monthly bill impacts relative to the no-DSM scenario...
AI summary The text refers to graphs illustrating the annual percentage change in rates and monthly bill impacts for DSM and no-DSM scenarios. These visualizations compare the effects of demand-side management on customer rates and bills.
This graph shows monthly bill impacts relative to the no-DSM scenario in absolute terms, for the same groups of customers as the graph shown above it. 44
AI summary This graph illustrates the monthly bill impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) compared to a no-DSM scenario, showing the differences in absolute terms for the same customer groups as the previous graph.
EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING - Appendix C Line# Rate and Bill Impacts of DSM on the Medium Industrial Class
AI summary This document discusses the rate and bill impacts of the EfficiencyOne 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan on the Medium Industrial Class.
Rate and Bill Impacts of DSM on the Medium Industrial Class
AI summary The document examines the rate and bill impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) on the medium industrial class, analyzing how DSM programs affect electricity rates and customer bills.
1 Impacts of DSM on the Medium Industrial Rate Class 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035 2036 2037 2038 2039 2040 Units 2 Incremental DSM Savings 7.5 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0...
AI summary The table shows the impact of Demand Side Management (DSM) on the Medium Industrial Rate Class from 2019 to 2040. It indicates that incremental DSM savings dropped to zero after 2019, with cumulative savings remaining at 7.5 GWh. DSM costs for the rate class were $1,587,288 in 2019 but zero afterward. The number of new participants remained constant at 337 across all years.
337 337 337 337 337 337 337 337 337 337 337 337 337 337 337 337 337 337 337 337 337 337 Annual Average Savings per Participant (Cumulative) 50,225 50,225 50,225 50,225 50,225 50,225 50,225 50,225 50,225 50,225 50,225 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0...
AI summary The text presents data on annual average savings per participant and the number of participants in a program. The savings are reported as 50,225 kWh, but the number of participants is zero across all categories, indicating no active participation in the program.
Annual Average Savings per Participant (Current Year) 22,777 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 kWh 9 Cumulative Cost per kWh Saved 21.195 21.195 21.195 21.195 21.195 21.195 21.195 21.195 21.195 21.195 21.195 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.0...
AI summary The text presents data on annual average savings per participant and cumulative cost per kWh saved, with a focus on residential energy efficiency programs. It also includes participation rates for medium industrial customers, indicating a lack of engagement in certain programs.
Participation Rate (%) 70% 16 60% Energy Savings Actions 60% Percentage of Rate Class 17 50% Participating Efficient Products (BNI)
AI summary The text presents a participation rate of 70% and highlights energy savings actions, particularly focusing on efficient products under the BNI program. It also indicates that 60% of the rate class is participating in these initiatives.
ucts (BNI) 50% 18 40% Custom 40% 19 30% 20 30% Small Business 20% 20% 21 10% 10% 22
AI summary The text presents a visual representation of participation percentages across different customer segments in a program, with emphasis on the BNI (Efficient Products) program and custom programs for small businesses.
participate. information is not obtained. All 2017-2019 participation is shown as "estimated". 27 28 Annual Medium Industrial Participation Rates by Program Annual Participation as a Percentage of Total Medium Industrial Customers 29 100%...
AI summary The text discusses participation rates in energy efficiency programs, specifically focusing on the Annual Medium Industrial Participation Rates by Program and Annual Participation as a Percentage of Total Medium Industrial Customers. The data includes estimated participation rates for the years 2017-2019.
100% 90% Participation Rate (% of Eligible Customers) 31 Existing Residential 90% 80% 32 New Residential 80% 70% 33 70%
AI summary The text presents a visual representation of participation rates for residential energy efficiency programs, showing 100% participation for existing customers and 90% for new customers, with rates decreasing to 80% and 70% respectively in subsequent categories.
Participation Rate (%) 60% Energy Savings Actions 34 60% Percentage of Rate Class 50% Participating 35 Efficient Products (BNI) 50% 36 40% Custom 40% 37
AI summary The text provides a visual representation of participation rates and energy savings actions, highlighting the Efficient Products (BNI) program and custom initiatives, with participation rates ranging from 40% to 60% across different rate classes.
Custom 40% 37 30% 30% Small Business 38 20% 20% 39 10% 10% 40 0% 0% 41 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 42 This graph shows annual program participation
AI summary This graph illustrates annual program participation rates across different categories, showing trends from 2011 to 2019. Participation rates vary significantly between categories, with some reaching as high as 40% and others as low as 0%.
Attachment 1 to Appendix C, Page 12 of 16 2019 Plan Rate and Bill Impact Analysis Results by Rate Class Date Filed: April 6, 2018 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING - Appendix C
AI summary This document provides a rate and bill impact analysis results for the 2019 Plan by rate class, filed on April 6, 2018. It is part of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing and is included as Attachment 1 to Appendix C.
EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING - Appendix C Line# Rate and Bill Impacts of DSM on the Large Industrial Class
AI summary This document provides an analysis of the rate and bill impacts of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan on the Large Industrial Class, examining how demand-side management initiatives affect electricity rates and customer bills.
Rate and Bill Impacts of DSM on the Large Industrial Class
AI summary The text discusses the rate and bill impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) on the Large Industrial Class, highlighting how DSM programs affect electricity rates and customer bills for industrial users.
1 Impacts of DSM on the Large Industrial Rate Class 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035 2036 2037 2038 2039 2040 Units 2 Incremental DSM Savings 6.7 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0...
AI summary The document presents the impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) on the Large Industrial Rate Class from 2019 to 2040. It shows incremental and cumulative DSM savings in gigawatt-hours (GWh) and DSM costs in dollars. Starting from 2020, incremental savings are zero, while cumulative savings remain at 6.7 GWh. DSM costs are reported only for 2019, with no costs recorded in subsequent years.
Annual Average Savings per Participant (Cumulative) 205,062 205,062 205,062 205,062 205,062 205,062 205,062 205,062 205,062 205,062 205,062 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6 kWh Annual Number of Participants 37 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0...
AI summary The text presents data on annual average savings per participant and the number of participants for a program. The savings remain constant at 205,062 kWh for all years, while the number of participants drops to zero after the first year. The data suggests a potential decline in program participation over time.
ipant (Current Year) 179,637 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 kWh 9 Cumulative Cost per kWh Saved 23.829 23.829 23.829 23.829 23.829 23.829 23.829 23.829 23.829 23.829 23.829 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000...
AI summary The text provides data on cumulative cost per kWh saved and discusses the change in large industrial rates as a result of Demand Side Management (DSM). This highlights the financial impact of DSM programs on industrial rate structures.
Change in Large Industrial Rates as a Result of DSM Average Change in Large Industrial Bills as a Result of DSM 11 2.5% 12 0.4 2.0% 13 0.3 14 1.5%
AI summary The document presents data on the average change in large industrial rates and bills as a result of Demand Side Management (DSM) initiatives. The figures show a 2.5% increase in rates and a 0.4% increase in bills, with additional percentages listed for reference.
2031 2032 21 -0.2 22 Participants Non-Participants Total Customers 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
AI summary The text presents a table with years from 2019 to 2023 and columns for Participants, Non-Participants, and Total Customers, with a value of -0.2 in the 2031 row. The data may relate to customer participation in energy efficiency or demand-side management programs.
Participant Average (2019-2032) Non-Participant Average (2019-2032) Total Customers Average (2019-2032)
AI summary The text presents average data for participants, non-participants, and total customers over the period from 2019 to 2032. It highlights differences in averages across these groups, potentially related to energy efficiency programs or other customer-related initiatives.
24 Lost Revenue Program Costs Avoided Costs Net Rate Impact Average Net Rate Impact (2019-2032) This graph shows estimated bill impacts of DSM as percentage differences relative to the no-DSM scenario. 'Participants' represents a customer...
AI summary This text discusses the estimated bill impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) programs, comparing scenarios with and without DSM. It outlines how program costs, lost revenue from reduced sales, and avoided utility costs affect the net rate impact on customers, including participants, non-participants, and total customers.
matches the Total Customers line. revenues due to reduced sales. Purple bars show the impact of avoided utility costs. The blue line is the net rate effect (sum of positive and negative rate pressures), which 27 28 Year-over-year change in...
AI summary The text discusses the impact of Demand Side Management (DSM) on large industrial rates and bills, showing changes in rates and avoided utility costs. It includes visual representations such as purple bars and a blue line representing the net rate effect.
2032 41 No-DSM year-over-year rate impact DSM year-over-year rate impact 42 Non-Participants Total Customers Participants 43 This graph shows the annual percentage change in rates over the previous year, for both the DSM and no-DSM scenari...
AI summary The text presents two graphs: one showing the annual percentage change in rates over the previous year for both DSM and no-DSM scenarios, and another showing monthly bill impacts relative to the no-DSM scenario for different customer groups.
This graph shows monthly bill impacts relative to the no-DSM scenario in absolute terms, for the same groups of customers as the graph shown above it. 44
AI summary This graph illustrates the monthly bill impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) relative to a no-DSM scenario, showing the differences in absolute terms for the same customer groups as the graph above.
EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING - Appendix C Line# Rate and Bill Impacts of DSM on the Large Industrial Class
AI summary This document discusses the rate and bill impacts of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan on the Large Industrial Class, providing an analysis of how the plan affects this specific customer segment.
Rate and Bill Impacts of DSM on the Large Industrial Class
AI summary This section examines the impact of Demand Side Management (DSM) programs on the rate and bill for the large industrial class, analyzing how these initiatives affect overall costs and energy consumption patterns.
1 Impacts of DSM on the Large Industrial Rate Class 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035 2036 2037 2038 2039 2040 Units 2 Incremental DSM Savings 6.7 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0...
AI summary The table outlines the impact of Demand Side Management (DSM) on the Large Industrial Rate Class from 2019 to 2040. It shows incremental and cumulative DSM savings in gigawatt-hours (GWh) and associated costs in dollars. After 2021, incremental DSM savings drop to zero, and cumulative savings remain constant at 6.7 GWh. The number of new participants remains steady at 59.
Participation Rate (%) 70% 16 60% Energy Savings Actions 60% Percentage of Rate Class 17 Participating 50% Efficient Products (BNI) 50% 18 40% 19
AI summary The text shows a participation rate of 70% and 60% for energy savings actions and efficient products (BNI), with 50% of the rate class participating. It highlights the involvement of customers in energy efficiency programs.
Efficient Products (BNI) 50% 18 40% 19 Custom 40% 30% 20 30% Small Business 20% 20% 21 22 10% 10%
AI summary The text presents a visual representation of participation percentages in the Efficient Products (BNI) program, with 50% allocated to Efficient Products (BNI), 40% to Custom, and 30% to Small Business. It highlights the distribution of program participation across different categories.
17-2019 participation is shown as "estimated". participate. 27 Annual Large Industrial Participation Rates by Program Annual Participation as a Percentage of Total Large Industrial Customers 28 29 100% Efficient Products (Residential) 30 9...
AI summary The text discusses annual participation rates for large industrial customers in energy efficiency programs, showing participation rates as a percentage of total eligible customers. It includes data points such as 100% and 90% for different programs, indicating the level of engagement from industrial customers.
Participation Rate (%) 33 70% 60% Energy Savings Actions 34 60% Percentage of Rate Class 50% Efficient Products (BNI) Participating 35 50% 40% 36
AI summary The text presents participation rates and energy savings actions, highlighting a 33% to 70% range and 50% participation in efficient products under the BNI program.
Attachment 1 to Appendix C, Page 14 of 16 2019 Plan Rate and Bill Impact Analysis Results by Rate Class Date Filed: April 6, 2018 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING - Appendix C
AI summary This document provides the 2019 Plan Rate and Bill Impact Analysis Results by Rate Class, filed on April 6, 2018, as part of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan Filing - Appendix C.
EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING - Appendix C Line# Rate and Bill Impacts of DSM on the Municipal Utility Class
AI summary This document is Appendix C of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan Filing, which discusses the rate and bill impacts of Demand Side Management on the Municipal Utility Class.
Rate and Bill Impacts of DSM on the Municipal Utility Class
AI summary The document examines the rate and bill impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) on the municipal utility class, analyzing how DSM programs affect utility rates and customer bills.
1 Impacts of DSM on the Municipal Utility Rate Class 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035 2036 2037 2038 2039 2040 Units 2 Incremental DSM Savings 3.5 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0...
AI summary The document presents the impact of Demand Side Management (DSM) on the municipal utility rate class from 2019 to 2040. It shows incremental and cumulative DSM savings in gigawatt-hours (GWh) and DSM costs for the rate class. The data indicates that after 2021, there are no incremental savings, and DSM costs are only listed for 2019.
Wh 4 DSM Costs for the Rate Class 603,582 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Dollars 5 Cumulative Number of New Participants 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12
AI summary The text provides data on DSM costs for a rate class and the cumulative number of new participants in the program over multiple periods, with all values listed as zero except for the first row which shows a cost of 603,582 dollars.
Annual Average Savings per Participant (Cumulative) 586,888 586,888 586,888 586,888 586,888 586,888 586,888 586,888 586,888 586,888 586,888 586,888 586,888 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6 kWh Annual Number of Participants 12 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0...
AI summary The document presents data on annual average savings per participant and the number of participants in a program, with consistent values across multiple years and a significant drop in participation after a certain point.
s per Participant (Current Year) 293,444 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 kWh 9 Cumulative Cost per kWh Saved 17.141 17.141 17.141 17.141 17.141 17.141 17.141 17.141 17.141 17.141 17.141 17.141 17.141 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.0...
AI summary The table presents cumulative cost per kWh saved under the DSM program, showing a consistent rate of 17.141 cents. It also references the change in municipal utility rates as a result of DSM, indicating the impact of demand-side management on utility pricing.
Change in Municipal Utility Rates as a Result of DSM Average Change in Municipal Utility Bills as a Result of DSM 11 2.5% 12 0.4 2.0% 13 0.3 1.5% 14 1.0%
AI summary The text presents data on the average change in municipal utility rates and bills as a result of Demand Side Management (DSM) initiatives. The figures indicate a 2.5% change in rates and a 0.4% change in bills, suggesting a modest impact of DSM on utility costs.
2031 2032 22 Participants Non-Participants Total Customers 23 Participant Average (2019-2032) Non-Participant Average (2019-2032) Total Customers Average (2019-2032) Lost Revenue Program Costs Avoided Costs Net Rate Impact Average Net Rate...
AI summary The text presents a table with data on participants and non-participants in a program, including metrics such as lost revenue, program costs, avoided costs, and net rate impact from 2019 to 2032.
25 This graph shows estimated bill impacts of DSM as percentage differences relative to the no-DSM scenario. 'Participants' represents a customer with average energy use and This graph shows estimated rate impacts of DSM, relative to the n...
AI summary The text discusses the estimated bill and rate impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) programs, comparing scenarios with and without DSM. It highlights the effects of program cost recovery, lost revenues, and avoided utility costs on customer bills and rates, with visual representations of these impacts.
Average Change in Municipal Utility Bills in Comparison 28 to a No-DSM Scenario 29 5% 30 $8,000 Change in Rates over previous year (%)
AI summary The text presents a comparison of average changes in municipal utility bills, highlighting a 5% increase and a $8,000 change in rates over the previous year, in the context of a no-DSM scenario.
2032 41 No-DSM year-over-year rate impact DSM year-over-year rate impact 42 Non-Participants Total Customers Participants 43 This graph shows the annual percentage change in rates over the previous year, for both the DSM and no-DSM scenari...
AI summary This text presents two graphs: one showing annual percentage changes in rates for DSM and no-DSM scenarios, and another showing monthly bill impacts relative to the no-DSM scenario for different customer groups.
This graph shows monthly bill impacts relative to the no-DSM scenario in absolute terms, for the same groups of customers as the graph shown above it. 44
AI summary This graph illustrates the monthly bill impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) relative to a no-DSM scenario, showing the differences in absolute terms for the same customer groups as the graph above.
EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING - Appendix C Line# Rate and Bill Impacts of DSM on the Municipal Utility Class
AI summary This document discusses the rate and bill impacts of the Demand Side Management (DSM) plan on the Municipal Utility Class as part of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing.
Rate and Bill Impacts of DSM on the Municipal Utility Class
AI summary This document discusses the rate and bill impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) on the Municipal Utility Class, analyzing how DSM programs affect utility rates and customer bills.
1 Impacts of DSM on the Municipal Utility Rate Class 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034 2035 2036 2037 2038 2039 2040 Units 2 Incremental DSM Savings 3.5 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0...
AI summary The table outlines the impact of Demand Side Management (DSM) on the municipal utility rate class from 2019 to 2040. It shows incremental and cumulative DSM savings, DSM costs, and the cumulative number of new participants over time. The data indicates that DSM savings remained constant at 3.5 GWh after 2019, with no additional savings or costs recorded in subsequent years.
Annual Average Savings per Participant (Cumulative) 586,888 586,888 586,888 586,888 586,888 586,888 586,888 586,888 586,888 586,888 586,888 586,888 586,888 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6 kWh Annual Number of Participants 12 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0...
AI summary The table presents annual average savings per participant and the number of participants across multiple years, showing consistent savings of 586,888 kWh annually but a significant drop in the number of participants starting from a peak of 12 in the first year to zero in subsequent years.
kWh 9 Cumulative Cost per kWh Saved 17.141 17.141 17.141 17.141 17.141 17.141 17.141 17.141 17.141 17.141 17.141 17.141 17.141 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 cents 10 Cumulative Municipal Utility Participation Rates...
AI summary The text provides data on cumulative cost per kWh saved and cumulative participation rates by program, highlighting consistent values across different categories and indicating full participation rates for certain programs.
100% 90% 13 Participation Rate (% of Eligible Customers) Existing Residential 90% 14 80% New Residential 80% 15 70%
AI summary The text presents participation rates for residential energy efficiency programs, showing 90% participation for existing residential customers and 80% for new residential customers.
Participation Rate (%) 70% 16 60% Energy Savings Actions 60% Percentage of Rate Class 17 Participating 50% Efficient Products (BNI) 50% 18 40%
AI summary The text presents a participation rate of 70% and highlights energy savings actions, with 60% of the rate class participating in efficient products under the BNI program.
10% 22 23 0% 0% 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 24 25 This graph shows cumulative program participation for the class, as a percentage of eligible participants for each program. Eac...
AI summary The text describes a graph showing cumulative program participation rates as a percentage of eligible participants, with darker bars representing tracked participants and lighter bars representing estimated participation for programs where customer data is not available. Participation data for 2017-2019 is labeled as estimated.
Participation Rate (%) 33 70% 60% Energy Savings Actions 34 60% Percentage of Rate Class 50% Participating 35 Efficient Products (BNI) 50% 36 40%
AI summary The text presents participation rates and energy savings actions, highlighting a 33% to 70% range and the involvement of Efficient Products (BNI) in energy efficiency initiatives.
any program. 44 Attachment 1 to Appendix C, Page 16 of 16 2019 Plan Rate and Bill Impact Analysis Results by Rate Class Date Filed: April 6, 2018 Appendix C - Attachment 2: 2019 Plan Rate and Bill Impact Analysis Assumptions This page is i...
AI summary This document provides the assumptions used in the 2019 DSM Plan Rate and Bill Impact Analysis, which is part of the EfficiencyOne filing. It outlines the context and parameters considered for evaluating the financial implications of the demand-side management plan.
Appendix C - Attachment 2: Assumptions 1 2019 DSM Plan Rate and Bill Impact Analysis Assumptions 2 This document is intended to provide an overview of the assumptions used in ENS’s rate and bill impact analysis. 3 These assumptions are for...
AI summary This document outlines the assumptions used by ENS in their rate and bill impact analysis for the 2019 DSM Plan. These assumptions are specific to the analysis and do not affect the calculation of energy savings.
Item Description General approach ENS has used the “snapshot” approach recommended by Synapse, in which the impacts of specific program years are analyzed rather than incorporating an assessment of DSM over the long term. Scenarios The mod...
AI summary The document outlines ENS's approach to analyzing the impacts of DSM programs, comparing a DSM scenario with a no-new-DSM scenario. It details the scenarios, the rate classes included in the analysis, and the use of a snapshot approach for evaluating specific program years.
• Large Industrial (rate codes 23 and 25, and customers under the ‘One part high voltage real time pricing’ tariff) • Municipal (rate code 24) The Unmetered, Generation Replacement and Load Following (GRLF) and Shore Power rate classes are...
AI summary The document outlines the rate classes included in the analysis for the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing, noting that certain rate classes such as Unmetered, Generation Replacement and Load Following (GRLF), and Shore Power are excluded due to lack of program offerings and participant-specific data.
Page 1 of 6 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix C - Attachment 2: Assumptions Energy and demand First-year energy, lifetime energy, and demand savings for the 2019 Plan have been calculated at the program component savings; partici...
AI summary The text discusses the assumptions used in the 2019 DSM Plan filing, including energy and demand savings calculations, participation rates, and weighted-average measure lives for different rate classes. It outlines the methodology for estimating 2019 program participation based on 2016 data and previous results.
using the methodology described above. The 2011-2016 results for point-of-sale program participation were estimated participation counts using the methods described in this section. In estimating participation rates for point-of-sale disco...
AI summary The document discusses the methodology used by ENS to estimate participation rates for point-of-sale discount programs, including assumptions about re-participation and cross-participation rates for different customer categories and program types.
- participation rate for rate class totals, and neither the re-participation rate or cross-participation rate for point-of-sale program totals. Residential Instant Savings: • Assume that all customers are purchasing items for Residential u...
AI summary The document outlines assumptions for the Residential Instant Savings program, including participation rates based on studies from 2011 to 2016, with a noted increase to 25% in 2016, and a 10% re-participation rate annually, based on Rhode Island's approach.
Page 2 of 6 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix C - Attachment 2: Assumptions
AI summary This section of the document outlines the assumptions related to the EfficiencyOne 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan filing, providing context for the program's implementation and expected outcomes.
does not have comparable research. ENS reduced the number of unique participants by 10% in the first year of duplication (2012) in 2013 accounted for 10% duplication in the remaining population. In 2014, ENSC engaged Corporate Research Ass...
AI summary The text discusses participation rates in energy efficiency programs managed by ENS, including assumptions about re-participation and participation across different rate classes. It references studies conducted in various years and outlines how participation is estimated for different customer segments.
eriod, respondents were asked to group their memory of participation within the 2011-2014 period instead of providing answers for each individual year. o For Small General, participation was 46% over 2011-2014, and 29% in 2015 and 2016. Fo...
AI summary The text discusses participation rates in energy efficiency programs between 2011-2016, noting varying rates across different participant categories such as Small General, General, and Small Industrial. It also explains how participation figures were estimated using a shape factor based on program activity levels.
• A small number of BER-IR participants are assumed to come from the Residential class. Their rates of re- participation and cross-participation are assumed to match those determined for the Small General class. Participation rates were de...
AI summary This text outlines assumptions made in the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing, including participation rates for BER-IR participants, assuming they come from the Residential class and match rates of the Small General class.
Page 3 of 6 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix C - Attachment 2: Assumptions
AI summary This document is part of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing and includes Appendix C - Attachment 2, which outlines the assumptions made in the plan.
d cost estimates for capacity and energy were provided by NS Power for the 2014 IRP. In 2016, NS Power provided levelized estimates of avoided Transmission and Distribution costs on a $/kW basis. These estimates have been used for all year...
AI summary The document provides cost estimates for capacity and energy from NS Power's 2014 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) and 2016 transmission and distribution cost estimates. These figures are used in the analysis of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing.
Page 4 of 6 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix C - Attachment 2: Assumptions
AI summary This document is part of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing, specifically Appendix C - Attachment 2, which outlines the assumptions made in the plan.
‘Lost’ fixed cost ‘Lost’ fixed cost adjustments assume that NS Power must recover through rates all lost revenues, including energy adjustments revenues, but also that NS Power need not recover any of the avoided costs, including avoided e...
AI summary The text discusses 'lost' fixed cost adjustments and how they impact rate effects, considering both lost revenues and avoided costs. It also details how ENS calculates eligible participants for DSM programs, using customer account data and rate class participation rates, with an exception for the Municipal Utility rate class due to multiple accounts per customer.
e Antigonish Electric Utility has three accounts. ENS does not track which Antigonish account is being served through particular programs or participants, so the rate and bill impacts include the number of customers rather than the number...
AI summary The document discusses the calculation of rates for the DSM scenario, including program cost recovery, lost revenue recovery, and avoided costs. It explains how these components are determined and allocated across rate classes, with special consideration for rate classes with and without demand charges.
scenario change by the same percentage, and so the balance is allocated to both a $/kWh energy component and a $/kW demand component for the DSM scenario. DATE FILED: April 6, 2018 Page 5 of 6 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix C...
AI summary The document outlines assumptions for calculating bill impacts in the DSM scenario, including the allocation of savings between participants and non-participants, and the division of savings among all customers in a rate class for equitable distribution.
cts. DATE FILED: April 6, 2018 Page 6 of 6 Appendix C - Attachment 3 2019 Plan Rate and Bill Impact Analysis Equations This page is intentionally left blank EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING Appendix C - Attachment 3: Equations 1 2019 DSM...
AI summary The text provides equations used in the 2019 DSM Plan Rate and Bill Impact Analysis to calculate lost revenues and avoided costs, and their allocation to rate classes. The equations model the relationship between energy savings, demand savings, and cost avoidance across different rate classes.
(j=30) (j) 2 3 Attribution factors by class: 4 Source: Class proportion of rate revenue as per 2013 GRA SR-01 Attachment 1 page 51 of 130 5 (Exhibit 7) Index (i=) Rate Class Value 1 Residential 53% 2 Small General 3% 3 General 25% 4 Large...
AI summary The document provides an overview of attribution factors by rate class, showing the proportion of rate revenue for each class as per 2013 GRA SR-01. It also references 2019 planned expenditures by rate class and includes an appendix related to the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing.
EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING - Appendix D Line # Table 1: Preliminary 2019 DSM Expenditures by Program by Rate Class 1 2 COLUMN A B C D E F G H I J 3 ∑ col A to I 4 Preliminary Program Expenditures by Participating Rate Classes
AI summary The document provides an overview of preliminary 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) expenditures by program and rate class, as part of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing. It includes a table with columns detailing these expenditures.
Efficient Efficient Custom Direct Education & Development & Other Enabling All Programs Existing Houses New Houses Products Products (BNI) Incentives Installation (BNI) Outreach Research Strategies Combined 5 Program (Residential) 6 7 Rate...
AI summary The document presents a table detailing program expenditures across various categories and rate classes, including residential, small general, general demand, and industrial sectors. It outlines financial allocations for different program types such as efficient products, direct education, development, and enabling strategies.
$0 $231,994 $1,139,302 $0 $75,465 $102,534 $30,878 $1,580,676 14 Large Industrial $311 $0 $0 $304,609 $1,098,690 $0 $77,215 $104,912 $31,595 $1,617,333 15 Municipal $57,214 $124,096 $121,046 $185,862 $172,562 $84,193 $40,982 $55,683 $16,76...
AI summary The document presents a table of expenditures related to a 2019 DSM Plan filing, including categories such as Large Industrial, Municipal, and Unmetered, along with totals and notes about rounding discrepancies.
Page 1 of 2 31 DATE FILED: April 6, 2018 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING - Appendix D
AI summary This document is Appendix D of the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan Filing, submitted on April 6, 2018. It provides detailed information related to the Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan, including program structures, performance metrics, and implementation strategies.
LED: April 6, 2018 EFFICIENCYONE 2019 DSM PLAN FILING - Appendix D
AI summary The document is an appendix to the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan filing, dated April 6, 2018. It likely contains supporting information related to demand-side management programs and their implementation.
LINE # Table 2: Preliminary 2019 DSM Program Participation by Rate Class (Relative Shares) 1 2 COLUMN A B C D E F G H I 3 4 Program costs incurred by participating rate classes Direct Other Efficient Existing Efficient Custom Education & D...
AI summary The table outlines preliminary 2019 DSM program participation by rate class, showing the relative shares of program costs incurred by different rate classes across various categories such as efficient products, new houses, and education & outreach.
35.3% 69.9% 27.1% 27.1% 27.1% 10 Large General 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 7.1% 14.1% 0.0% 4.1% 4.1% 4.1% 11 Small Industrial 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 8.0% 10.1% 3.1% 3.9% 3.9% 3.9% 12 Medium Industrial 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 4.5% 18.8% 0.0% 4.6% 4.6% 4.6% 13 Large Indu...
AI summary The text presents a table with percentages related to program participation in the EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan Filing, including categories such as Large General, Small Industrial, Medium Industrial, Large Industrial, Municipal, and Unmetered. The table appears to show participation rates for different sectors, with some rows having 0.0% and others showing varying percentages.
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EfficiencyOne – 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan M08604 (E-ENS-R-18) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-01: 2 3 Please explain the method used by EfficiencyOne and NSPI in setting the inves...
AI summary EfficiencyOne and NSPI explain that the $34.05M 2019 DSM investment level was set via the continuation approach under the Electricity Plan Implementation (2015) Act, extending the 2016-2018 DSM Plan and capping funding at the annual average of prior approvals. Targets followed similar continuation logic.
E1 (SBA) IR-01 Page 1 of 1 EfficiencyOne – 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan M08604 (E-ENS-R-18) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-02: 2 3 Please explain the reasons for setting the energy...
AI summary EfficiencyOne explains that its 2019 DSM Plan targets (127.2 GWh energy savings, 20.2 MW demand savings) align with prior annual averages under the 2016-2018 plan, adjusted for a $1M demand reduction allocation and 2017 evaluation results. The smaller variance in demand savings (-3%) versus energy savings (-6%) reflects updated evaluation data.
E1 (SBA) IR-02 Page 1 of 1 EfficiencyOne – 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan M08604 (E-ENS-R-18) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-03: 2 3 Please explain the method used by EfficiencyOne in...
AI summary EfficiencyOne explains its method for allocating the 2019 DSM Plan's budget and targets by referencing the UARB-approved 2016-2018 DSM Plan, 2014-2017 results, program participation data, and evaluation outcomes. A spreadsheet was used to compare historical data and draft 2019 budgets reflecting anticipated program uptake and diversification goals.
E1 (SBA) IR-03 Page 1 of 1 EfficiencyOne – 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan M08604 (E-ENS-R-18) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-04: 2 3 Please explain the reason for not performing the c...
AI summary EfficiencyOne explains that cost-effectiveness testing was not performed for the 2019 DSM Resource Plan because it continued the 2016-2018 plan's program mix. They assert confidence in the cost-effectiveness of proposed programs due to similar unit costs and provided PAC/TRC test results upon request.
E1 (SBA) IR-04 Page 1 of 1 EfficiencyOne – 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan M08604 (E-ENS-R-18) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-05: 2 3 Please provide analysis (reports, memos, presentat...
AI summary The Small Business Advocate (SBA) requests analysis supporting EfficiencyOne's claim that its 2019 DSM programs are cost-effective. EfficiencyOne refers to prior context and Synapse's cost-effectiveness testing results for evidence.
E1 (SBA) IR-05 Page 1 of 1 EfficiencyOne – 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan M08604 (E-ENS-R-18) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-06: 2 3 Please provide any economic analysis (reports, mem...
AI summary EfficiencyOne responds to the Small Business Advocate's request for economic analyses of the 2019 DSM Plan, referencing an electronic model comparing 2014–2017 data to the 2016–2018 DSM Plan. The model informed target development and updated past filings' visuals, with modeling details available in EfficiencyOne’s response to Synapse IR-06.
E1 (SBA) IR-06 Page 1 of 1 EfficiencyOne – 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan M08604 (E-ENS-R-18) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate
AI summary EfficiencyOne provides responses to the Small Business Advocate (SBA) regarding the 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan under regulatory matter M08604. The proceeding involves evaluating DSM program design and its implications for small businesses.
NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-07: 2 3 Regarding the savings from lighting and non-lighting measures: 4 a) Please provide the energy and demand savings of DSM programs offered in 5 2017 by breaking down among lighting and non-lighting measu...
AI summary The document requests and provides detailed energy and demand savings data from 2017 DSM programs, categorized by lighting and non-lighting measures. It lists specific programs like Efficient Product Rebates and their respective savings, with totals showing significant contributions from both lighting and non-lighting initiatives.
3.1 Direct Installation 6.3 1.6 1.1 0.3 Total 79.2 51.5 12.6 11.1 Date Filed: May 30, 2018 E1 (SBA) IR-07 Page 1 of 2 EfficiencyOne – 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan M08604 (E-ENS-R-18) E1 Responses to Small Business Advoca...
AI summary EfficiencyOne provides estimated energy and demand savings from its 2019 DSM Resource Plan, including program-specific breakdowns. The data includes contributions from residential and BNI programs, with total savings of 80.8 GWh and 57.5 MW. The response addresses the Small Business Advocate's inquiry.
3.6 Direct Installation 7.6 2.0 1.3 0.4 Total 80.8 57.5 13.0 12.9 4 5 Energy Savings (GWh) Demand Savings (MW) Non- Non- DSM Program (2019) Lighting Lighting Lighting Lighting Measures Measures Measures Measures Efficient Product Rebates (...
AI summary The document presents a table detailing energy and demand savings from various DSM programs in 2019, including Efficient Product Rebates, Custom Incentives, and Direct Installation. It is part of EfficiencyOne's response to the Small Business Advocate (SBA) regarding the 2019 DSM Resource Plan (M08604).
E1 (SBA) IR-07 Page 2 of 2 EfficiencyOne – 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan M08604 (E-ENS-R-18) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-08: 2 3 Regarding the lighting measures included in Effici...
AI summary The Small Business Advocate (SBA) requests research studies on market penetration and free-ridership ratios for lighting measures in EfficiencyOne's DSM plan. EfficiencyOne responds by citing residential socket studies from 2011 and 2016, with attachments provided for reference.
E1 (SBA) IR-08 Page 1 of 5 EfficiencyOne – 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan M08604 (E-ENS-R-18) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate
AI summary EfficiencyOne responds to the Small Business Advocate (SBA) regarding the 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan (M08604). The proceeding involves E1's position on DSM initiatives and their alignment with small business interests.
NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 b) The Residential Socket Studies and the Market Evolution sections of the 2017 2 Evaluation Reports provide EfficiencyOne with information on the level of saturation 3 of LED lighting. This is used to help inform progra...
AI summary EfficiencyOne uses data from 2017 studies to inform program decisions, noting LED saturation growth and the need for additional energy-saving measures beyond lighting. The 2019 DSM Resource Plan emphasizes broader electricity reduction strategies.
ova Scotians to also make choices 22 to reduce electricity in other ways. As such, compared to previous years, the 2019 DSM 23 Resource Plan places a greater emphasis on program components that are focused on 24 non-lighting measures. No c...
AI summary The 2019 DSM Resource Plan shifts focus to non-lighting measures, with free-ridership levels evaluated for 2016-2019 programs. The text references Table 1 and is part of a regulatory proceeding (M08604) responding to the Small Business Advocate (SBA).
ion N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Small Business Energy Solutions 12% 17% 12% 12% 17% 12% Please see next page for table footnotes Date Filed: May 30, 2018 E1 (SBA) IR-08 Page 4 of 5 EfficiencyOne – 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Pla...
AI summary EfficiencyOne is responding to the Small Business Advocate regarding their 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan (M08604), addressing concerns about energy efficiency programs for small businesses.
SBA IR-08 Attachment 1, Page 13 of 24 2011 Soccket Study 12 her manner of discussing the use of perrmanent lightt fixture bulbss on a typical day is presen Still anoth nted in the following graph.. This graphic displays the number of peerm...
AI summary The text discusses findings from the 2011 Soccket Study, highlighting differences in the usage of permanent light fixture bulbs across various population subgroups, such as homeowners versus renters, age groups, and income levels.
m reesidents (35‐54) to have their permaneent light fixture bulbs turned on for six hours or morre. (Table A5)) Plug‐in Lamp Bulbs Although there are connsiderably feewer plug‐in lamp l bulbs ass compared tto permanent light fixturee bulbs...
AI summary The text discusses the usage patterns of plug-in lamp bulbs in Nova Scotia, noting that while there are fewer plug-in lamps compared to permanent light fixtures, their usage is similar. It also provides data on the number of plug-in lamps owned by residents.
SBA IR-08 Attachment 2, Page 20 of 24 2016 Socket Study 18 Outdoor light bulb usage also varies across several demographic characteristics in 2016. Residents of HRM residents are more likely than Cape Breton residents to use none of their...
AI summary The 2016 Socket Study highlights variations in outdoor light bulb usage across Nova Scotia, noting differences based on location, housing type, age, and income. Usage patterns show that younger residents and renters tend to use more outdoor lights, while older residents and homeowners use fewer. The average usage time is about four hours per day, with some trends showing slight changes from 2011.
in Nova Scotia. Corporate Research Associates Inc., 2016 EfficiencyOne – 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan M08604 (E-ENS-R-18) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-09: 2 3 For Efficient Prod...
AI summary The response to Request IR-09 provides information on the 2019 DSM Plan, noting that EfficiencyOne sets targets at the program and component level, not at the measure level. It refers to Table 11 and Table 31 of the 2017 Efficient Product Rebates DSM Evaluation Report for a breakout of claimed savings by measure.
E1 (SBA) IR-09 Page 1 of 1 EfficiencyOne – 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan M08604 (E-ENS-R-18) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-10: 2 3 Regarding the DSM programs offered to small busine...
AI summary EfficiencyOne defines small business customers based on rate codes, energy consumption, and location. The response outlines the criteria and provides performance metrics for DSM programs offered to small businesses in 2016 and 2017, including Direct Installation and Efficient Product Rebates programs.
Product Rebates program (marketed as 24 Business Energy Rebates) are available to and accessible by small business 25 customers. Please refer to Table 1 below. 26 Date Filed: May 30, 2018 E1 (SBA) IR-10 Page 1 of 2 EfficiencyOne – 2019 Dem...
AI summary The text discusses the Business Energy Rebates and Small Business Energy Solutions programs, providing performance metrics for 2016 and 2017, and outlining planned performance metrics for 2018 and 2019. These programs are aimed at small business customers.
NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-11: 2 3 Regarding the measures included in Direct Installation program 4 a) Please supply a table that contains list of measures offered via Direct Installation 5 program for every year during 2016 and 2017. I...
AI summary The response to Request IR-11 explains that the Direct Installation program's data is available at the end-use level rather than the measure level for 2016 and 2017. For 2018 and 2019, EfficiencyOne provides targets at the program and component level, not measure level, and refers to technical tables in the DSM Resource Plan for details.
This is the most recent 2018 forecast of energy 26 (Column AY) and demand savings (Column AX), as well as budget (Column BF), by 27 measure for the Direct Installation program. 28 29 c) Please refer to part b). As the 2019 DSM Resource Pla...
AI summary EfficiencyOne has not developed new measure-level forecasts or budgets for the 2019 DSM Resource Plan, as it is based on a continuation of the 2016-2018 DSM Resource Plan. The 2019 amounts are expected to be consistent with previous technical tables.
E1 (SBA) IR-10 Page 2 of 2 EfficiencyOne – 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan M08604 (E-ENS-R-18) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate
AI summary The document pertains to EfficiencyOne's 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan, specifically addressing responses to the Small Business Advocate. It outlines the plan's details and considerations related to demand-side management.
NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-12: 2 3 Referring to the 2017 DSM Evaluation Results of Direct Installation program 4 a) Please explain why Direct Installation category appears to include Affordable 5 Multifamily Housing Pilot results in the...
AI summary The response explains that the Affordable Multifamily Housing Pilot is included in the Direct Installation program (SBES) due to shared delivery frameworks and similar energy-efficient measures. The pilot targets affordable-housing landlords for building-wide retrofits, leveraging existing SBES processes.
projects for Multi-Unit Residential 26 Buildings (MURBs), the audit and rebate process needed for the pilot was already in 27 place within SBES. The majority of measures anticipated to be recommended 28 through the audit phase of the pilot...
AI summary The text discusses a pilot program for Multi-Unit Residential Buildings (MURBs) and highlights that the audit and rebate process was already in place within SBES. The majority of measures anticipated for the pilot were also available through SBES, such as lighting and heat pumps. The table provides a breakdown of energy savings, peak demand savings, and expenditures for the pilot and regular program results.
0.3 0.4 0.1 0.5 0.1 Total 8.8 7.9 1.9 1.4 3.9 3.8 9 Numbers may not sum due to rounding. 10 11 c) Non-lighting measures accounted for 0.25 GWh (92 percent) of the net incremental 12 energy savings from the pilot. 13 14 Non-lighting measure...
AI summary The text provides a cost breakdown for the Direct Installation program (Small Business Energy Solutions) in 2018, detailing direct incentives, indirect costs, and direct staff costs. The breakdown includes $2,686,000 for direct program incentives, $306,000 for indirect costs, and $807,000 for direct staff costs.
Verification $ 101,000 $ 306,000 Direct Staff Costs $ 807,000 Other Costs Bad Debt $ 12,000 Professional Fees & Consulting $ 45,000 Information Technology $ 88,000 Meetings & Travel $ 26,000 Office & Insurance $ 20,000 Rent $ 60,000 $ 251,...
AI summary The document outlines cost estimates for a 2018 project, including verification, direct staff costs, and other expenses such as bad debt, professional fees, and rent. It is related to the EfficiencyOne – 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan M08604 (E-ENS-R-18) and responses to the Small Business Advocate.
NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-14: 2 3 Please list all the marketing and outreach programs completed for Direct Installation 4 program for 2017 and please identify whether those programs were targeted to future 5 participants vs Small Busin...
AI summary The response to Request IR-14 outlines the marketing and outreach programs completed in 2017 for the Direct Installation program, marketed as Small Business Energy Solutions (SBES), targeting future participants. Programs included newsletters, paid advertising, success stories, and website updates.
n and verification results, 25 and program needs. As such, there may be changes between 2018 and 2019 incentive 26 levels, however, none have been identified at this time. Date Filed: May 30, 2018 E1 (SBA) IR-15 Page 1 of 1 Date Filed: May...
AI summary The document outlines rebate programs for high-efficiency fans in agricultural settings, specifying product criteria, efficiency requirements, and rebate amounts based on fan size and efficiency. It also mentions eligibility for additional rebates for businesses with monthly utility bills under $3,800.
existing PTHP unit or in a new construction Standard size refers to having an external wall opening greater than or equal to 16 inches high or greater than or equal to 42 inches wide, and a cross-sectional area greater than or equal to 670...
AI summary The document outlines rebate criteria for energy-efficient IT and datacenter products, focusing on server-based power management software that enables monitor shut-down and computer sleep mode within 30 minutes of inactivity.
he product requirements and rebates available for a range of energy efficient pumping technologies. For more information on where to purchase rebated products please visit our website efficiencyns.ca. If your utility bill is less than $3,8...
AI summary The document outlines energy-efficient product rebates for commercial refrigeration and pumping technologies, including eligibility criteria and rebate amounts. It provides information on where to purchase rebated products and highlights the benefits of energy efficiency.
NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-16: 2 3 With regard to the Small Business Energy Study (SBES) completed in 2017: 4 a) Please provide the recent version of the SBES study. 5 b) Please list any marketing and process improvements identified in...
AI summary The response to Request IR-16 regarding the Small Business Energy Study (SBES) provides the 2017 version of the study and outlines actions taken by EfficiencyOne based on CRA’s recommendations, including outreach initiatives to increase awareness of energy efficiency programs for small businesses.
ency. 27 28 The Small Business Energy Study did not specifically identify process improvements. 29 Participation Barriers and Mitigation Strategies are, however, captured in Part II of the 30 Study, and have detailed descriptions under Tab...
AI summary EfficiencyOne acknowledges the Small Business Energy Study and its findings on participation barriers and mitigation strategies. It continues to implement strategies to support small businesses and promote energy efficiency programs, aiming to increase awareness and engagement among small business customers.
ix A – Study Questionnaire Appendix B – Tabular Results Date Filed: May 30, 2018 SBA IR-16 Attachment 1, Page 3 of 81 Introduction The Request for Proposals (RFP) for this study indicated that Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) offers several pr...
AI summary This document outlines a research project commissioned by Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) to understand the motivations and barriers that influence small businesses' participation in ENS energy efficiency programs, such as Direct Installation and Efficient Product Rebates. The study aims to inform program design and marketing strategies.
va Scotia as an organization, only a smaller majority of these organizations indicate that they were specifically aware of the programs available to small businesses in the province. Of the Non-Participant organizations aware of the ENS bu...
AI summary The analysis indicates that while many non-participating organizations are aware of Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) business programs, only a minority have considered participation, primarily due to interest in energy savings. Improved communication could increase participation, as most organizations express a willingness to join in the future and hold a favorable view of ENS.
g conclusions are drawn from the detailed analysis of the study’s findings: One-quarter of small businesses report having participated in an Efficiency Nova Scotia business program. Using random probability sampling of small businesses wit...
AI summary The study found that 25% of small businesses with specific Nova Scotia Power rate codes participated in Efficiency Nova Scotia programs. Non-participants were generally aware of the programs, with word of mouth being the primary source of awareness. Seven in ten non-participants expressed interest in future participation.
cipants having previously considered participation in an Efficiency Nova Scotia business program, seven in ten organizations would likely participate in such a program in the future. Among Non-Participant organizations that report awarenes...
AI summary The text discusses participation rates in Efficiency Nova Scotia business programs, noting that seven in ten organizations are likely to participate in the future. It highlights that energy savings and power bill reduction are key motivators for participation, and that despite low familiarity with the programs, most organizations have a favorable opinion of Efficiency Nova Scotia.
SBA IR-16 Attachment 1, Page 8 of 81 Favourable overall opinions of Efficiency Nova Scotia are widespread among Participant organizations. Nearly all Participant organizations offer a favourable overall opinion of Efficiency Nova Scotia, w...
AI summary The text highlights widespread favorable opinions of Efficiency Nova Scotia among Participant organizations, with a majority expressing mostly or completely favorable views. It also recommends that Efficiency Nova Scotia increase awareness of Small Business Energy Solutions and Business Energy Rebates.
sideration of Efficiency Nova Scotia: 1. Efficiency Nova Scotia should take steps to build greater awareness of Small Business Energy Solutions and Business Energy Rebates. Despite the fact that ENS has been in existence only a few years,...
AI summary The text recommends that Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) increase awareness of its energy programs for small businesses and use study results to highlight participation benefits. Current research shows that while ENS has good participation, many non-participants cite a lack of awareness as the main barrier.
ed familiarity with the programs offered. 2. Efficiency Nova Scotia should utilize the study results to highlight program participation benefits for potential participants. As an extension of the above recommendation specifically focused u...
AI summary The text recommends that Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) use study results to promote program participation benefits and encourages Participant organizations to highlight their energy efficiency practices in communications and marketing materials to increase awareness and differentiate themselves from competitors.
(Table 10a Total Sample) Date Filed: May 30, 2018 SBA IR-16 Attachment 1, Page 12 of 81 Source of Program Awareness Among those Non-Participant organizations that had heard of Efficiency Nova Scotia’s Business Energy Solutions, Small Busin...
AI summary The text discusses the sources of awareness for Efficiency Nova Scotia’s business energy programs, with word of mouth being the most common, followed by media advertising. It also notes that seven in ten non-participating organizations would likely participate in such programs in the future.
ered participation in an Efficiency Nova Scotia business program, seven in ten organizations would likely participate in such a program in the future. Program Consideration Among those Non-Participant organizations that had heard of Effici...
AI summary The text discusses participation and consideration of Efficiency Nova Scotia's business energy efficiency programs. It highlights that seven in ten organizations would likely participate in the future, and among non-participants, 35% had considered participation. The primary reason cited was seeking energy savings and reducing power bills, followed by environmental concerns and financial incentives.
notable differences in overall opinion of Efficiency Nova Scotia across the various analyzed subgroups. (Table 28) ENS Program Participants Program Participation The vast majority of Participant organizations made the decision to participa...
AI summary The text discusses the participation of organizations in Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) programs, highlighting that most participated to save energy or reduce power bills. Awareness of ENS programs was primarily through word of mouth or direct contact from ENS, with no notable differences across subgroups.
ated that one of the main benefits is that they could not have done upgrades or made purchases without rebates, while a small number (5%) did not perceive any benefits. (Table 16) There does not appear to be notable differences in benefits...
AI summary The majority of Efficiency Nova Scotia business program participants found value in the program, with only 5% not perceiving any benefits. Most participants (58%) did not face challenges, while the most common issues were excessive paperwork and upgrade costs. Nearly all (93%) indicated they would likely participate in the future.
cy Nova Scotia business programs to other companies. Nearly all Participants (93%) indicate that they would definitely or probably recommend Efficiency Nova Scotia business programs. Of note, six in ten (62%) of Participants would definite...
AI summary The text discusses survey results showing that 93% of participants would recommend Efficiency Nova Scotia business programs to other companies, with 62% definitely recommending them. It also notes that some organizations would need better incentives or more information to recommend the programs. Most organizations infrequently promote energy efficiency in their communications.
ation tend to exhibit stronger or deeper favourable tendencies, as compared to those offered by Non-Participants (although the latter nonetheless are also quite positive in nature). Likelihood of Future Program Participation Participants N...
AI summary The data shows a significant difference in the likelihood of future participation in Efficiency Nova Scotia's business programs between participants and non-participants, with participants showing much higher rates of definite or probable future participation.
ncy Nova Scotia´s business programs in the future? Date Filed: May 30, 2018 SBA IR-16 Attachment 1, Page 29 of 81 Overall Opinion of Efficiency Nova Scotia Participants Non-Participants (n=250) (n=167) Completely favourable 31% 19% Mostly...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia's programs are viewed more favourably by participants (95%) than non-participants (90%), with a majority of both groups expressing mostly favourable opinions. The data highlights the perceived effectiveness of the programs among those who have engaged with them.
COMPLETION RESULTS A. Total Numbers Attempted 5,286 Discontinued Number/Not in Service/Blocked Number 612 Fax/Modem 68 Non Business Number/Wrong Number 78 Duplicate Record 5 B. Eligible Numbers 4,523 Busy Signal 5 Answering Machine 1,409 N...
AI summary The document outlines the results of a completion process, detailing the number of attempts, eligible numbers, and outcomes such as refusals, hang-ups, and completed surveys related to ENS program participation.
ff install or replace any lighting equipment? This includes bulbs, fixtures, occupancy sensors or other controls. RECORD EXACT NUMBER - PROBE TO AVOID ACCEPTING A RANGE RECORD NUMBER OF LOCATIONS: 998 Don’t know/No answer 7a. [DO NOT POSE...
AI summary The text outlines a series of questions related to lighting equipment installation and participation in Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) programs by businesses in Nova Scotia. It requests specific data on the number of locations where lighting equipment was installed or replaced, and whether companies participated in ENS programs prior to 2017.
your company ever participated in any of the following Efficiency Nova Scotia programs for small business? READ PROGRAM DETAILS – DO NOT READ RESPONSES - CODE ONE ONLY The Business Energy Rebates Program, a mail-in rebate program, The Busi...
AI summary The text outlines a survey question about participation in Efficiency Nova Scotia programs for small businesses and includes instructions for categorizing respondents as participants or non-participants based on their answers. It also includes a follow-up question for non-participants about their awareness of Efficiency Nova Scotia.
ICIPANTS WHO ANSWERED ‘NO …’ OR ‘DON’T KNOW/NO ANSWER’ TO Q.10] Prior to today, had you ever heard of Efficiency Nova Scotia? DO NOT READ RESPONSES - ALLOW ONE RESPONSE 1 Yes, have heard 2 No, have never heard 8 Don’t know/No answer Date F...
AI summary This text contains survey questions related to participants' awareness of Efficiency Nova Scotia and how they learned about its energy programs. The questions focus on prior knowledge and methods of discovery, including media, direct contact, and online channels.
ess Energy Rebates business programs? PROBE: b. Any other reasons? DO NOT READ RESPONSES - ALLOW MULTIPLE RESPONSES, BUT RECORD FIRST AND SUBSEQUENT MENTIONS SEPARATELY 01 Cost of upgrades 02 Having to close during upgrades 03 Amount of ti...
AI summary The document includes a list of reasons why businesses may not participate in Efficiency Nova Scotia programs, including cost, time, and perceived lack of value. It also asks participants to identify the most important reason for their participation in these programs.
re Efficiency Nova Scotia business programs? PROBE: Anything else? DO NOT READ RESPONSES - ALLOW MULTIPLE RESPONSES, BUT RECORD FIRST AND SUBSEQUENT MENTIONS SEPARATELY 01 Wanted the energy savings/reduce power bill 02 Efficiency Nova Scot...
AI summary Participants in Efficiency Nova Scotia business programs reported benefits such as energy savings, reduced power bills, financial incentives, and improved comfort. Some mentioned the 24-month interest-free financing as a key enabler for upgrades.
] And would you say that the reductions in electricity bills achieved as a result of these efficiency upgrades have been …: READ RESPONSES IN ORDER - ALLOW ONE RESPONSE 1 More than expected 2 Less than expected, or were they 3 About as exp...
AI summary The text contains survey questions related to the effectiveness of Efficiency Nova Scotia's business programs, including participant satisfaction with energy bill reductions, likelihood of recommending the programs, and frequency of promoting energy efficiency in marketing.
NUMBER OF LIGHTING EQUIPMENT FAMILIARITY WITH AWARE OF ENS NSPI REGION NSPI RATE CODE NUMBER OF FTEs LOCATION STATUS OVERALL LOCATIONS INSTALLED? ENSC PROGRAMS? Central Eastern Western 10 11 21 1-5 6+ 1 2+ Yes No Familiar Not familiar Own...
AI summary The text presents statistical data on the number of lighting equipment, familiarity with ENS, and location status across different regions and employee ranges. It includes information on the number of full-time employees and whether locations are owned, leased, or rented.
SBA IR-16 Attachment 1, Page 47 of 81 EFFICIENCY NOVA SCOTIA CORPORATION 2017 SBES Study - Non-Participants TABLE 4: And how many business locations does your organization currently have in Nova Scotia?
AI summary The text is a question from a regulatory proceeding asking about the number of business locations an organization currently has in Nova Scotia. It is part of a study on non-participants by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
SBA IR-16 Attachment 1, Page 49 of 81 EFFICIENCY NOVA SCOTIA CORPORATION 2017 SBES Study - Non-Participants TABLE 6/6a: In 2015, at how many, if any, of your Nova Scotia business locations did your company have a professional contractor or...
AI summary The text presents a survey question from the 2017 SBES Study, asking businesses in Nova Scotia about the number of locations where professional contractors or facility maintenance staff installed or replaced lighting equipment in 2015.
SBA IR-16 Attachment 1, Page 50 of 81 EFFICIENCY NOVA SCOTIA CORPORATION 2017 SBES Study - Non-Participants TABLE 7/7a: Between 2011 and 2014, at how many, if any, of your Nova Scotia business locations did your company have a professional...
AI summary The text presents a question from a 2017 SBES Study asking businesses in Nova Scotia about the number of locations where professional contractors or facility maintenance staff installed or replaced lighting equipment between 2011 and 2014.
NUMBER OF LIGHTING EQUIPMENT FAMILIARITY WITH AWARE OF ENS NSPI REGION NSPI RATE CODE NUMBER OF FTEs LOCATION STATUS OVERALL LOCATIONS INSTALLED? ENSC PROGRAMS? Central Eastern Western 10 11 21 1-5 6+ 1 2+ Yes No Familiar Not familiar Own...
AI summary The text presents a table with data on the number of lighting equipment, familiarity with ENS, and awareness across various regions and locations. It includes metrics such as the number of full-time employees, location status, and program participation.
69 75 175 170 40 45 143 106 TABLE 8: To the best of your knowledge, did your company participate in an Efficiency Nova Scotia program prior to 2017?
AI summary The text presents a table with numerical data and a question regarding participation in an Efficiency Nova Scotia program prior to 2017.
2 12 TABLE 10: Prior to today, had you ever heard of Efficiency Nova Scotia´s Business Energy Solutions, Small Business Energy Solutions Program, or its Business Energy Rebates Program?
AI summary The text asks whether the individual had prior knowledge of specific programs offered by Efficiency Nova Scotia, including Business Energy Solutions, Small Business Energy Solutions Program, and Business Energy Rebates Program.
ENTIONS [ASK IF 'YES' IN Q10] How did your business first learn of Efficiency Nova Scotia´s Business Energy Solutions, Small Business Energy Solutions Program, or its Business Energy Rebates Program?
AI summary The text asks how a business first learned about Efficiency Nova Scotia's energy solutions and rebate programs, indicating a focus on customer engagement and program outreach.
NUMBER OF LIGHTING EQUIPMENT FAMILIARITY WITH AWARE OF ENS NSPI REGION NSPI RATE CODE NUMBER OF FTEs LOCATION STATUS OVERALL LOCATIONS INSTALLED? ENSC PROGRAMS? Central Eastern Western 10 11 21 1-5 6+ 1 2+ Yes No Familiar Not familiar Own...
AI summary The document presents survey data on the number of lighting equipment, familiarity with Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS), and awareness of ENS across various regions and locations. It includes information on how respondents became aware of ENS through various channels such as word of mouth, media advertising, and direct contact.
0 3 0 4 0 2 5 0 2 0 The business contacted Efficiency Nova 1 2 0 0 2 0 0 2 0 1 0 0 4 2 0 0 7 0 1 0 Scotia program options Received direct mail from Efficiency Nova 1 2 0 0 2 0 0 2 0 1 0 2 0 0 2 0 0 5 1 0 Scotia Other 11 9 15 10 10 10 17 10...
AI summary The text presents data on customer engagement with Efficiency Nova Scotia program options, including contact methods such as direct mail and other unspecified methods. The data includes weighted and unweighted sample sizes, indicating the scope of the survey or study conducted.
EFFICIENCY NOVA SCOTIA CORPORATION 2017 SBES Study - Non-Participants TABLE 14: TOTAL MENTIONS [ASK IF 'YES' IN Q10 OR Q10a] What is the single most important reason why your company ultimately did not participate in Efficiency Nova Scotia...
AI summary The text presents a question from a 2017 SBES Study asking non-participants to identify the most important reason they did not participate in Efficiency Nova Scotia's business energy programs.
st important reason why your company ultimately did not participate in Efficiency Nova Scotia´s Small Business Energy Solutions, Business Energy Solutions or Business Energy Rebates business programs?
AI summary The text asks for the most important reason why the company did not participate in Efficiency Nova Scotia's Small Business Energy Solutions, Business Energy Solutions, or Business Energy Rebates programs.
8 13 5 5 14 about them Company is too small 6 9 0 5 8 2 0 7 4 7 0 3 14 3 7 5 8 6 5 8 Too busy/No time to participate 6 5 3 11 6 8 0 6 6 5 11 8 2 12 3 9 0 2 10 0 Getting landlord approval 4 3 6 5 5 3 2 5 3 5 3 4 6 10 2 0 8 13 5 3 Low opinio...
AI summary The text presents a table with various reasons why participants may not be engaging in energy efficiency programs, including issues related to time, cost, communication, and eligibility. These barriers are highlighted across multiple categories, indicating challenges in program participation.
239 119 56 64 119 72 48 116 118 188 51 157 67 75 164 163 39 43 143 95 11 Corporate Research Associates Inc., 2017 [ENS001-1054] Date Filed: May 30, 2018 SBA IR-16 Attachment 1, Page 57 of 81 EFFICIENCY NOVA SCOTIA CORPORATION 2017 SBES Stu...
AI summary The document presents a table from a 2017 study by Corporate Research Associates Inc. on the likelihood of non-participants in Efficiency Nova Scotia's business programs to participate in the future.
NUMBER OF LIGHTING EQUIPMENT FAMILIARITY WITH AWARE OF ENS NSPI REGION NSPI RATE CODE NUMBER OF FTEs LOCATION STATUS OVERALL LOCATIONS INSTALLED? ENSC PROGRAMS? Central Eastern Western 10 11 21 1-5 6+ 1 2+ Yes No Familiar Not familiar Own...
AI summary The text presents a survey of lighting equipment familiarity and awareness of ENS across different regions and rate codes in Nova Scotia. It includes data on the number of full-time employees, location status, and participation in programs.
SIZE (#) 268 148 58 62 192 65 11 153 111 215 52 177 76 81 187 169 44 62 151 117 UNWEIGHTED SAMPLE SIZE (#) 250 121 59 70 126 75 49 125 119 195 54 164 69 75 175 170 40 45 143 106 % Very/Generally familiar 30 33 23 29 30 29 35 31 31 31 26 32...
AI summary The table presents data on familiarity with Efficiency Nova Scotia, including weighted and unweighted sample sizes and percentages of respondents who are very/generally familiar or not very/not at all familiar with the organization. The data indicates varying levels of familiarity across different groups.
SBA IR-16 Attachment 1, Page 59 of 81 EFFICIENCY NOVA SCOTIA CORPORATION 2017 SBES Study - Non-Participants TABLE 30: TOTAL MENTIONS Do you currently own, lease, or rent your primary business premises at your locations in Nova Scotia?
AI summary The document presents a question from a survey conducted by Efficiency Nova Scotia Corporation in 2017, asking respondents whether they currently own, lease, or rent their primary business premises in Nova Scotia as part of the SBES Study on non-participants.
.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 Note: Values greater than 20 were excluded from the calculation of the mean and median. 2 Corporate Research Associates Inc., 2017 [ENS001-1054] Date Filed: May 30, 2018 SBA IR-16 Attachment 1, Pa...
AI summary The text presents a table from a study conducted by Corporate Research Associates Inc. in 2017, which examines how businesses first learned about Efficiency Nova Scotia's Business Energy Solutions and related programs. The table shows the total mentions of various learning methods.
ants TABLE 11: TOTAL MENTIONS How did your business first learn of Efficiency Nova Scotia´s Business Energy Solutions, Small Business Energy Solutions Program, or its Business Energy Rebates Program?
AI summary The text asks how businesses first learned about Efficiency Nova Scotia's energy solutions and rebate programs, focusing on initial awareness and outreach methods.
4 5 4 5 2 0 6 3 5 1 0 6 6 0 9 0 6 3 4 4 4 0 7 Participation in another Efficiency Nova 2 4 1 3 1 0 0 3 1 1 0 3 3 0 4 0 1 2 3 0 0 4 3 Scotia program Facebook or other social media 1 2 1 1 2 2 2 1 2 1 0 2 1 2 2 1 1 2 1 6 2 3 1 Store where ne...
AI summary The text presents a series of numerical data points, likely representing customer participation and engagement metrics in various programs and outreach methods related to energy efficiency in Nova Scotia. The numbers may correspond to survey responses or participation counts across different channels such as social media, in-store purchases, and direct mail.
SBA IR-16 Attachment 1, Page 66 of 81 EFFICIENCY NOVA SCOTIA CORPORATION 2017 SBES Study - Participants TABLE 15: FIRST MENTION What is the single most important reason why your company decided to participate in one or more Efficiency Nova...
AI summary The text presents a question from a 2017 study by Efficiency Nova Scotia, asking participants to identify the most important reason for their involvement in one or more of the organization's business programs.
- Participants TABLE 15: TOTAL MENTIONS What is the single most important reason why your company decided to participate in one or more Efficiency Nova Scotia business programs? Probe: Anything else?
AI summary The text asks participants to identify the most important reason for their involvement in Efficiency Nova Scotia business programs and invites them to provide additional information.
EFFICIENCY NOVA SCOTIA CORPORATION 2017 SBES Study - Participants TABLE 16: FIRST MENTION What was the main benefit, if any, to your company from participating in an Efficiency Nova Scotia business program?
AI summary The text presents a question to participants of an Efficiency Nova Scotia business program, asking about the main benefit they received from their participation.
SBA IR-16 Attachment 1, Page 70 of 81 EFFICIENCY NOVA SCOTIA CORPORATION 2017 SBES Study - Participants TABLE 17: FIRST MENTION What was the primary challenge, if any, your company experienced in participating in an Efficiency Nova Scotia...
AI summary The text presents a question from a 2017 SBES Study asking participants about the primary challenge they faced in participating in an Efficiency Nova Scotia business program.
2017 SBES Study - Participants TABLE 17: FIRST MENTION What was the primary challenge, if any, your company experienced in participating in an Efficiency Nova Scotia business program?
AI summary The text presents a question from a 2017 SBES Study asking participants about the primary challenge they faced in participating in an Efficiency Nova Scotia business program.
SAMPLE SIZE (#) 250 76 169 132 112 6 103 144 174 73 31 169 155 93 114 134 77 167 169 42 42 66 64 UNWEIGHTED SAMPLE SIZE (#) 250 76 170 74 121 55 90 157 175 73 30 167 163 84 112 137 84 161 180 40 33 68 67 8 Corporate Research Associates Inc...
AI summary The text presents a table from a 2017 study by Corporate Research Associates Inc. on Efficiency Nova Scotia business program participants, highlighting the number of responses to a question about primary challenges faced by companies in participating in the program.
ES Study - Participants TABLE 17: TOTAL MENTIONS What was the primary challenge, if any, your company experienced in participating in an Efficiency Nova Scotia business program? Probe: Anything else?
AI summary The text asks participants in an Efficiency Nova Scotia business program to identify the primary challenge they faced in participating. It also invites them to provide additional information if needed.
EFFICIENCY NOVA SCOTIA CORPORATION 2017 SBES Study - Participants TABLE 18: And has there been a significant reduction, modest reduction, or no reduction at all in your company´s energy use as a result of these upgrades arising from your p...
AI summary The document asks Efficiency Nova Scotia Corporation participants about the impact of their business programs on energy use, specifically whether there has been a significant, modest, or no reduction in energy use due to upgrades.
2017 SBES Study - Participants TABLE 20: And 'yes' or 'no,' did your company monitor its energy consumption closely after its participation in Efficiency Nova Scotia´s small business programs?
AI summary The text asks participants of the 2017 SBES Study whether they monitored their energy consumption closely after participating in Efficiency Nova Scotia's small business programs.
rience, how likely are you to recommend Efficiency Nova Scotia business programs to other companies? Would you definitely, probably, probably not, or definitely not recommend these programs to others?
AI summary The text asks about the likelihood of recommending Efficiency Nova Scotia business programs to other companies, with response options ranging from 'definitely' to 'definitely not'.
rticipants TABLE 24: TOTAL MENTIONS [DO NOT ASK IF 'DEFINITELY' IN Q23] What would make you more likely to recommend Efficiency Nova Scotia business programs to other companies? Probe: Anything else?
AI summary The text presents a question about factors that would make participants more likely to recommend Efficiency Nova Scotia business programs to other companies, with a probe for additional considerations.
157 175 73 30 167 163 84 112 137 84 161 180 40 33 68 67 % Always/Usually 14 18 11 14 15 7 17 12 11 22 16 17 15 12 19 10 19 12 15 15 9 11 13 % Rarely/Never 64 63 64 70 56 64 64 64 69 50 51 66 58 73 55 71 55 67 65 59 67 72 59 TABLE 26: How l...
AI summary The table presents participation rates of companies in Efficiency Nova Scotia's business programs, with percentages indicating how likely they are to participate in the future, categorized as 'Always/Usually', 'Rarely/Never', and corresponding numerical values.
71 55 67 65 59 67 72 59 TABLE 26: How likely is your company to participate in any of Efficiency Nova Scotia´s business programs in the future?
AI summary The table presents data on the likelihood of company participation in Efficiency Nova Scotia's business programs in the future, with numerical values indicating responses.
Pursuant to a Request for Proposals process, CRA was awarded the contract for the survey component of the Study in the fall of 2016. The Study was conducted in the winter of 2017. 1 Small businesses that: i) consumes less than 150,000kWh o...
AI summary The document outlines the review of Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) programs available to small businesses, focusing on Direct Installation (SBES) and Efficient Product Rebates (BER). It references a study conducted by CRA in 2017 and cites a relevant NSUARB decision from 2015.
ter referred as “SBES”) and Efficient Product Rebates (comprised of the Business Energy Rebates program component and hereafter referred to as “BER”). 3.1 DIRECT INSTALLATION (SBES) SBES is administered by EfficiencyOne through its ENS fra...
AI summary The Small Business Energy Survey (SBES) is administered by EfficiencyOne through its ENS franchise, offering small businesses in Nova Scotia incentives and resources for energy-efficient upgrades. ENS covers up to 60% of the costs, aiming to help participants overcome barriers and maximize returns on investment.
on, and participation rates. 3.1.1 SBES Parameters and Qualifications for Participation The following seven steps detail the parameters and qualification requirements for SBES. Step 1: To participate in SBES, businesses must complete a Bus...
AI summary The text outlines the parameters and qualification requirements for the Small Business Energy Survey (SBES), including the need to complete a Business Profile and meet criteria for small business eligibility and project eligibility.
f’ path. To qualify for participation in SBES, a business must meet i) the SBES definition of a “small business” and ii) eligible project criteria. Small Business Definition The eligibility criteria for SBES participants are broader than t...
AI summary The Small Business Energy Survey (SBES) defines eligible small businesses based on NS Power rate codes and energy consumption limits. It also outlines project eligibility criteria for participation. SBES includes a broader range of businesses than those covered by the SBA.
Eligible Project Criteria In addition to participant qualifications, SBES also has project eligibility criteria. Eligible projects must meet the following requirements: • projects must involve the purchase and installation of products that...
AI summary The document outlines eligibility criteria for projects under the Small Business Energy Survey (SBES), including requirements for eligible products, new installations, and energy savings. It also describes the free-of-charge energy audits provided by Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) and the role of the Efficiency Trade Network (ETN) in facilitating further services.
n person; and ensuring the participant is aware of the Efficiency Trade Network (ETN) to facilitate any other services the participant may require. The ETN is discussed further under Step 3. 3 Page Date Filed: May 30, 2018 SBA IR-16 Attach...
AI summary The process outlines steps for participants to access energy efficiency programs through Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) and the Efficiency Trade Network (ETN), including selecting contractors, submitting documentation for approval, and receiving rebates and financing.
is typically provided within 5 business days. Step 5: Once approved, the participant can purchase and install their energy-efficient upgrades. The SBES approval details the following: • the participant’s eligible rebates; • a summary of ho...
AI summary The process outlines steps for participants in the Small Business Energy Survey (SBES) program, including approval timelines, rebate details, required documentation after installation, and submission procedures for verification.
SBA IR-16 Attachment 2, Page 8 of 43 Efficiency Nova Scotia SMALL BUSINESS ENERGY STUDY Step 7: The participant receives their rebate(s). SBES staff reimburse participants with their approved payment amount within 30 days of the applicatio...
AI summary The document outlines the process for small businesses to receive rebates through the Small Business Energy Survey (SBES) program managed by Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS). It also details the evolution of the SBES program, which transitioned from the Business Energy Solutions (BES) program in 2015.
SBA IR-16 Attachment 2, Page 9 of 43 Efficiency Nova Scotia SMALL BUSINESS ENERGY STUDY (facilities owned and operated by a municipality within Nova Scotia were eligible). This change was reverse under Phase III, discussed below. • SBES in...
AI summary The SBES introduced an open market framework for efficiency upgrades, free energy audits for small businesses, and reduced incentives to lower unit costs. Phase III in 2015 expanded eligibility for SBES to include small business facilities previously covered under BES.
SBA IR-16 Attachment 2, Page 10 of 43 Efficiency Nova Scotia SMALL BUSINESS ENERGY STUDY 3.1.3 Barriers to Participation As part of its evaluation process, ENS’s external evaluator conducts participant interviews to gather feedback on, amo...
AI summary The document discusses barriers to participation in the Small Business Energy Survey (SBES) and highlights that financial constraints are a major obstacle for small businesses. To address this, SBES offers rebates and financing options as mitigation strategies to help overcome these barriers.
Finally, ENS staff serve as ambassadors to promote energy efficiency to small businesses (see section 3.3, “Outreach”, below). Lack of resources: The SBES team focuses on opportunities for After the launch of these Small businesses process...
AI summary ENS staff promote energy efficiency to small businesses, and the SBES team worked with an industrial engineering firm to improve internal processes and participant experience, leading to increased applications and participation. Participation rates for BES and SBES from 2014-2016 are reviewed, though reliable trends are not yet established due to changes in 2015.
and tables that review BES and SBES participation numbers from 2014-2016. Since SBES (and its predecessor BES) underwent substantial change in 2015, reliable trends are not yet established. Figure 1 and Table 2, below, are intended to prov...
AI summary The text discusses participation numbers in the Small Business Energy Survey (SBES) and its predecessor, the Business Energy Solutions (BES), from 2014-2016. It notes that due to changes in 2015, reliable trends are not yet established. Figures and tables provide context on the number of NS Power accounts within and outside the Small Business Advocate (SBA)'s purview based on annual electricity consumption.
SBA IR-16 Attachment 2, Page 13 of 43 Efficiency Nova Scotia SMALL BUSINESS ENERGY STUDY Figure 2 shows that all facilities within the SBA’s purview were eligible for BES and that these accounts comprised 85 percent of all eligible BES par...
AI summary The text discusses the participation levels in the Business Energy Solutions (BES) program, highlighting that 85% of eligible accounts were within the SBA’s purview. Participation decreased between 2014 and 2015 due to BES ending mid-year and a budget reduction for Efficiency Nova Scotia.
SBA IR-16 Attachment 2, Page 15 of 43 Efficiency Nova Scotia SMALL BUSINESS ENERGY STUDY Figure 6: BES Participation by Projects, Businesses, and Facilities Figure 7: BES Rate Class 10 Participation by Projects, Businesses, and Facilities...
AI summary The document presents figures showing the participation of businesses in the Business Energy Solutions (BES) program across different rate classes. It includes data on the number of projects, businesses, and facilities involved, as well as a breakdown of completed projects by rate class and year-over-year trends.
018 SBA IR-16 Attachment 2, Page 18 of 43 Efficiency Nova Scotia SMALL BUSINESS ENERGY STUDY Figure 13 demonstrates that, as was the case under BES, all businesses within the SBA’s purview are eligible for SBES (comprising 87 percent of al...
AI summary The text discusses the Small Business Energy Survey (SBES) and its participation rates compared to the Business Energy Solutions (BES) program. It notes that participation in SBES was initially low due to factors such as the program starting mid-year, the need for participants to familiarize themselves with the new structure, and smaller energy efficiency budgets in 2015 and 2016. However, participation has since increased due to awareness and efforts by SBES staff.
SMALL BUSINESS ENERGY STUDY structure and a concerted effort by SBES staff to overcome participation barriers including access to information. Figure 17 demonstrates SBES participation by number of projects, businesses, and facilities, whi...
AI summary The text discusses the Small Business Energy Survey (SBES) and provides visual data on participation by projects, businesses, and facilities across different rate classes. It includes figures that break down participation and project completion rates over time.
S projects completed between rate classes and year-over-year. Figure 21: SBES Participation by Projects per Rate Class Figure 22: SBES Rate Class Breakdown of Completed Projects 19 P a g e Date Filed: May 30, 2018 SBA IR-16 Attachment 2, P...
AI summary The text discusses the Efficient Product Rebates (BER) program administered by EfficiencyOne through its ENS franchise, which provides financial incentives to BNI participants to reduce electricity consumption. The program offers both Instant Rebates and Mail-in Rebates, with Instant Rebates being more convenient and leading to higher participation rates.
verify details such as runtime hours and baseline technology. The Instant Rebates service is simpler for participants than the Mail-in service, thus resulting in higher participation rates. BER was developed to incent Nova Scotian business...
AI summary The BER program aims to incentivize the purchase of energy-efficient technologies by businesses and non-profits in Nova Scotia. Instant Rebates are offered for energy-efficient lighting and pumping products, reducing administrative burden and increasing participation rates. The program encourages market transformation and efficiency in standard practices.
tant Rebates are available on energy-efficient lighting and pumping products at participating electrical distributors. Instant Rebates are automatically deducted from the invoice amount when a 9 The term “prescriptive rebate” refers to a p...
AI summary The document describes the Instant Rebates program offered by Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS), which provides automatic deductions on invoices for energy-efficient products purchased by businesses. These rebates are not available for mail-in rebates, and the program ensures that only commercial participants benefit from the rebates.
those that are typically found in commercial settings, and are sold through commercial vendors. This helps to ensure that only commercial participants are receiving Business Energy Rebates. Approved distributors must submit a monthly rebat...
AI summary The document outlines the Instant Rebates service, which is available to commercial participants through approved distributors. It describes the process for distributors to submit monthly rebate reports, the verification process by BER and ENS, and the criteria for becoming a participating distributor. The BER Mail-in service also has specific eligibility criteria for BNI customers in Nova Scotia.
ounts are billed under NS Power rate codes 04, 10, 11, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25 or a commercial Municipal Electric Utility rate code. Eligible facilities include the following: • the project site must be a business, non-profit, or institutional...
AI summary The document outlines eligibility criteria for facilities participating in energy efficiency programs, including business, non-profit, institutional, and certain residential facilities. It also describes the rebate process for purchases made for business purposes, with incentives applied after tax and subject to change.
bility checks conducted by BER staff, NS Power will conduct a 14 Products must be installed for the participant to obtain a rebate (e.g., the product cannot be purchased as a spare). 23 P a g e Date Filed: May 30, 2018 SBA IR-16 Attachment...
AI summary The document outlines the process for small businesses to participate in the Business Energy Rebates (BER) program, including credit checks, financing, and installation requirements. It also discusses the evolution of the BER program and barriers to participation.
needs of the market by researching and launching new products, modifying incentive levels based on product prices, and monitoring codes and standards. 3.2.3 Barriers to Participation As part of its evaluation process, ENS’s external evalua...
AI summary The document discusses Efficiency Nova Scotia's (ENS) efforts to address barriers to participation in the Business Energy Rebates (BER) program through participant feedback and mitigation strategies, as outlined in Table 3.
t 2, Page 28 of 43 Efficiency Nova Scotia SMALL BUSINESS ENERGY STUDY Table 3: BER Participation Barriers and Mitigation Strategies Barrier Mitigation Strategy Result of Mitigation Strategy Financial: Potential BER offers rebates or financ...
AI summary The table discusses barriers to participation in the Business Energy Rebates (BER) program, specifically financial barriers, and outlines mitigation strategies such as offering rebates and financing. Participant feedback indicates that while there are suggestions for improvement, the overall response to financial support is positive.
feedback on financial support is generally positive. Lack of Information: BER staff serve as ambassadors to promote By continuing to highlight Participants may not energy efficiency. the benefits and costs of understand the energy efficien...
AI summary Feedback on financial support for energy efficiency programs is generally positive. However, participants may not fully understand the costs, benefits, and appropriateness of energy efficiency projects for their business. Efforts are being made to increase awareness through marketing and educational materials.
SBA IR-16 Attachment 2, Page 29 of 43 Efficiency Nova Scotia SMALL BUSINESS ENERGY STUDY Administrative BER works with the distributors to try and The adoption of a new data Burden for minimize the data required for reporting and system wi...
AI summary The document discusses the administrative burden on distributors for the Instant Rebates program and the simplification of the mail-in rebate application process. Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) has worked to streamline processes, reduce unnecessary data collection, and improve user-friendly forms. Some distributors report resource challenges, while participants have provided positive feedback on the simplified process.
ial to determining project would simplify the incentives from the forms for each measure application process category. for participants. 3.2.4 Participation Rates This section provides a compilation of figures and tables that review BER Ma...
AI summary The text discusses participation rates in the BER Mail-in service from 2014 to 2016, highlighting that 84% of eligible participants are small businesses under the SBA’s purview. It references figures and tables that provide context on eligibility and participation rates.
Participation - Unknown Annual Consumption Figures 33 and 34 provide a high-level overview comparing the number of BER Mail-in projects completed between rate classes and year-over-year. Figure 33: BER Mail-in Participation by Projects per...
AI summary The document discusses outreach activities for the Small Business Energy Survey (SBES) and Business Energy Rebates (BER), highlighting how Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) engages small businesses through marketing, outreach, and Business Development Managers (BDMs). Figures 33 and 34 provide data on BER Mail-in participation by rate class.
eting and outreach activities, as well as through Business Development Managers (BDMs) and independent energy auditors. Typical outreach and marketing activities include the following: • Trade Allies: The ETN consists of, among others, con...
AI summary The document outlines outreach and marketing activities used by ENS to promote energy efficiency programs. Key strategies include the ETN, which connects ENS with contractors and small businesses, and participation in various business-related affinity groups across Nova Scotia.
their newsletters and/or shared them on social media. ENS has also met with various groups, including TIANS, the Halifax Partnership’s Small Business Action Team, and the Small Business Network (Access the Best) to explore how ENS and thes...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) utilizes various outreach methods, including newsletters, social media, direct mail, print media, press releases, and digital marketing, to raise awareness of its small business energy efficiency programs. ENS has also engaged with local groups and organizations to better meet the needs of small businesses.
l advertisements on AllNovaScotia.ca, CBC.ca, and the Herald.ca comprise another part of ENS’s outreach and marketing efforts to raise awareness of its small business offerings. ENS also advertises on Gmail and Kijiji, in addition to digit...
AI summary ENS uses various outreach and marketing strategies, including digital advertising, social media, events, and in-store promotions, to raise awareness of its small business energy programs. BDMs and energy auditors also play a key role in engaging small businesses and driving participation in ENS offerings.
rect installation service, this would not be their first contact with ENS, though they may benefit by learning about other opportunities through conversations with the installer during the visit. These three main touch-points for small bus...
AI summary The document outlines the main touch-points for small businesses engaging with ENS, including marketing, BDMs, and energy advisors, with the goal of encouraging completion of the online Business Profile. The ESA plays a key role in addressing questions and overcoming resource barriers, with over 1,300 calls received in 2016. The promotional channels, such as The Network News, are also discussed in terms of their frequency and geographical reach.
year.18 wide to all ETN members. 17 The following numbers are based on ENS’s definition of small businesses (threshold electrical energy consumption of less than 350,000 kWh/year), unless otherwise noted. Although these contacts relate to...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) engaged with small businesses through various outreach efforts, including attending affinity group events and distributing the MLA Bulletin. These efforts aimed to raise awareness of ENS’s programs and services for small businesses, though not all recipients were small businesses themselves.
region-specific information. Direct Mail Approximately twice per year. Distributed to all businesses in Nova Scotia, regardless of location. Direct Email Approximately one direct email per year. Distributed to current and/or past small bus...
AI summary The document outlines various methods used to communicate energy efficiency programs to businesses in Nova Scotia, including direct mail, direct email, print advertisements, and press releases, with distribution details provided for each method.
typically issued province- wide. 19 This number varies by year and is not limited to small business events (e.g., it could also include larger businesses). In addition to these events, ENS also uses other forms of outreach through these gr...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) engages in outreach to small businesses through various events and print advertisements in multiple publications. These efforts include distributing print-ready articles on the Small Business Energy Survey (SBES) and advertising in publications such as Metro Halifax, Business Voice, and others across Nova Scotia.
SBA IR-16 Attachment 2, Page 40 of 43 Efficiency Nova Scotia SMALL BUSINESS ENERGY STUDY Digital ENS distributes approximately six BNI e- E-newsletters are newsletters per year. distributed through a BNI subscription list of In 2016, digit...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) communicates with small businesses through digital newsletters, events, and social media. In 2016, ENS distributed six BNI e-newsletters annually, attended 50 events, and posted 20-25% of its organic social media content related to small businesses.
SBA IR-16 Attachment 2, Page 43 of 43 ENS RESPONSE TO CRA SMALL BUSINESS ENERGY RESEARCH RECOMMENDATIONS ATTACHMENT A ENS Comments: ENS agrees with this recommendation and will use the information provided through this survey to inform its...
AI summary ENS agrees with the recommendation to encourage program Participant companies to reference their energy efficiency practices in future communications and marketing materials, as identified by the CRA Small Business Energy Research. This could help differentiate businesses and promote ENS programs.
40 P a g e EfficiencyOne – 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan M08604 (E-ENS-R-18) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-17: 2 3 Please provide operating plan of SBES program of 2018. If the oper...
AI summary The response to the Small Business Advocate's request for the 2018 operating plan of the SBES program refers to the 2017 Annual Progress Report and mid-course adjustments filed with the Utility and Review Board. Additional documents, including the 2016-2018 DSM Resource Plan and evaluation reports, are mentioned as sources of information.
ies Act, RSNS 1989, c 380, as amended, - and – IN THE MATTER OF Efficiency Nova Scotia’s 2017 Annual Progress Report. ENS 2017 DSM Annual Progress Report Date Filed: March 29, 2018 Date Filed: May 30, 2018 SBA IR-17 Attachment 1, Page 2 of...
AI summary This document pertains to Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 Annual Progress Report on Demand Side Management (DSM) filed with the Utility and Review Board. The report was submitted on March 29, 2018, and an attachment was filed on May 30, 2018.
SBA IR-17 Attachment 1, Page 2 of 92 Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT
AI summary This document is the 2017 DSM Annual Progress Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia, submitted as part of the SBA IR-17 Attachment 1. It outlines the progress made in the Demand Side Management (DSM) program during 2017.
res by Rate Class................................................ 61 22 Table 14: 2018 Planned DSM Expenditures by Rate Class ..................................................................... 62 23 24 LIST OF FIGURES 25 Figure 1 - 2016...
AI summary The document discusses the 2017 DSM results, including a $34 million investment with energy savings of 136.5 GWh and peak demand savings of 21.0 MW, as approved by the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board in an October 2015 order. Tables provide detailed breakdowns of expenditures, savings, and participation data.
the 2016-2018 DSM Plan Compliance Filing and the 2017 mid-course adjustments. 12 Table 2 provides program participation data and Table 3 provides a breakdown of unit 13 costs. 1 See M06733, The Public Utilities Act and An Application for A...
AI summary The document discusses the 2016-2018 DSM Plan Compliance Filing and 2017 mid-course adjustments, including program participation data and unit costs. It references a prior order related to a supply agreement and Demand Side Management Resource Plan.
d Results 2017 Plan as Filed 2017 Mid-Course Adjustment 2017 Results First-Year Lifetime Peak First-Year Lifetime Peak First-Year Lifetime Peak Energy Energy Demand Budget Energy Energy Demand Budget Energy Energy Demand Expenditures Progr...
AI summary The text presents a table comparing the 2017 Plan as filed, the 2017 Mid-Course Adjustment, and the 2017 Results, with columns for energy savings, demand savings, budget expenditures, and program status. It outlines key metrics related to energy efficiency programs.
76.9 968.2 12.5 14.8 Low Income4 - - - - 4.0 50.1 0.6 0.9 5.5 69.3 1.1 0.9 Programs Total 136.5 2,178.4 21.0 31.0 136.5 1,923.8 21.0 31.3 130.7 1,622.9 23.7 27.6 Enabling Strategies - - - 3.1 - - - 3.3 - - - 2.8 TOTAL 136.5 2,178.4 21.0 34...
AI summary The text presents numerical data on energy and demand savings, expenditure amounts, and program totals. It notes that numbers may not sum due to rounding and that savings are calculated net of free-ridership and spillover. Energy and demand savings are calculated at the generator level. Expenditure amounts are unaudited, and previous quarter data may have been updated.
ear-end totals. 4 1 As agreed to in the UARB-approved 2016-2018 DSM Plan Consensus Agreement, ENS is now reporting on lifetime energy savings. See M06733, NSUARB Decision, The Public Utilities Act 5 and An Application for Approval of a Sup...
AI summary The document references the UARB-approved 2016-2018 DSM Plan and discusses the methodology for estimating lifetime energy savings, which is more sophisticated than previously used. It also mentions the Efficient Product Installation (EPI) program, formed from merging two existing programs, and refers to variances in energy savings targets.
Participation 2017 Actual Unit Residential Efficient Product Rebates Instant Savings 710,540 Units rebated Appliance Retirement 6,138 Units rebated Existing Residential Home Energy Assessment 931 Housing units Green Heat 1,629 Housing unit...
AI summary The text presents participation data for various energy efficiency programs in Nova Scotia, including residential and business rebates, home energy assessments, and energy management systems. It notes that previous quarter data may have been updated and directs readers to Table 10 for low-income participation estimates.
ls. Please refer to Table 10 for estimates of low-income 4 participation in program components. 5 Each participating EMIS and SEM project is counted once for the year, although 6 participation in the program component is ongoing and most f...
AI summary The document references Table 10 for low-income participation estimates in program components and includes information about Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Annual Progress Report, including Table 3 which outlines unit costs for the 2017 Plan as filed and mid-course adjustments.
2017 Actual Filed Adjustment Residential Efficient Product Rebates 0.26 0.23 0.19 Instant Savings Appliance Retirement Existing Residential 0.24 0.25 0.26 Home Energy Assessment Green Heat Efficient Product Installation New Residential 0.3...
AI summary The text presents data on energy efficiency programs, including residential and BNI (Business and Non-Profit Initiative) programs, with figures for 2017 actuals, filed amounts, and adjustments. It highlights various rebate and incentive programs aimed at promoting energy efficiency across residential and commercial sectors.
0.21 0.21 0.19 Low Income - 0.23 0.17 Programs Total 0.23 0.23 0.21 Enabling Strategies - - - Total 0.25 0.25 0.23 2 First-year unit cost is provided to two decimal places due to the relative magnitude of the figures. ENS 3 provides commen...
AI summary The document provides a summary of the 2017 DSM (Demand Side Management) Programs by Efficiency Nova Scotia, including unit cost variances and program totals. It notes that ENS comments on variances of 10% or more and calculates unit costs using energy and demand savings, net of free-ridership and spillover.
SBA IR-17 Attachment 1, Page 8 of 92 Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT 1 1.1 2017 DSM Programs 2 3 In 2017, ENS achieved total net incremental energy savings at the generator, for all DSM 4 programs, of 130.7 GWh, comp...
AI summary In 2017, Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) achieved 130.7 GWh of net incremental energy savings and 23.7 MW of peak demand savings across all DSM programs, slightly below the planned targets. Total expenditures were $30.3 million, under the mid-course adjusted planned investment of $34.6 million. The savings are projected to avoid 85.4 kt of annual CO2e emissions.
-approved net 22 incremental energy and net peak demand savings targets in ENS’s 2016-2018 DSM 23 Resource Plan and the corresponding 2016-2018 DSM Plan Consensus Agreement. 4 2 In 2017, ENS’s mid-course adjusted investment amount was $0.6...
AI summary The document discusses Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2016-2018 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan and the corresponding Consensus Agreement, including mid-course adjustments to investment amounts and program results compared to targets.
and are net of free ridership and spillover. 2016 3 savings are evaluated and verified; 2017 savings are evaluated and pending verification. 4 5 Measurement and Evaluation 6 7 In 2017, ENS contracted two consultants to perform evaluation s...
AI summary In 2017, Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) contracted two consultants to evaluate DSM programs and Codes and Standards, resulting in 21.9 GWh of net incremental energy savings and 4.0 MW of net peak demand savings. Appliance Retirement and Strategic Energy Management were not evaluated due to specific reasons.
hich did not receive an impact or market 6 evaluation since it did not claim any savings in 2017 (please refer to section 1.3.2 7 for further discussion). 8 9 Impact evaluations assess net incremental energy and net peak demand savings, wh...
AI summary The document discusses the evaluation of program components, including impact and market evaluations, which assess energy savings and market conditions. It also mentions process evaluations for specific programs and support processes such as marketing, training, and incentive setting.
o Business development; and 26 o Incentive setting (in accordance with ENS’s Incentive Setting 27 Implementation Plan). 5 This is as a result of consistent participant survey results in previous years due to a stable market and the maturit...
AI summary The document discusses Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM annual progress report, including program evaluations, rate-class expenditures, and the rationale for reduced impact evaluations in certain program components such as Appliance Retirement and Instant Savings.
Page 8 of 68 Date Filed: May 30, 2018 SBA IR-17 Attachment 1, Page 12 of 92 Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT 1 Figure 2: 2017 DSM Expenditures 2017 DSM Expenditures ($ thousand and % percentage breakdown) $18,818 Ince...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Annual Progress Report outlines Efficiency Nova Scotia's expenditures, with $18,818 thousand (62%) allocated to incentives, and other categories including evaluation, program support, marketing, salaries, information technology, and other expenses. The figures are unaudited and rounded.
iture amounts are unaudited and are rounded to the nearest thousand. Expenditure amounts reported in previous 3 quarters may have been updated and are reflected in the 2017 annual total. 4 5 In 2017, ENS continued to provide programs and s...
AI summary In 2017, Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) continued providing energy efficiency programs for low- and modest-income households and businesses. ENS utilized social media and community outreach to increase awareness and participation. A Customer Satisfaction Index of 89.7 was achieved, and ENS maintained a strong online presence.
31 percent at the end of 2017. Customer service also remained a top priority in 2017, 4 with ENS achieving a Customer Satisfaction Index of 89.7. 5 6 Data Tracking System 7 8 As identified in ENS’s Compliance Filing for the 2016-2018 DSM R...
AI summary ENS implemented a new DSM data tracking system called Dynamic DSM (DDSM) in 2017, aiming to improve customer service, program delivery, and marketing through enhanced data processing and communication. Three program components were transitioned to the new system, along with the integration of the electronic Technical Reference Manual (eTRM).
ion 26 of the electronic Technical Reference Manual (eTRM) for those components (for more 27 information on the eTRM, please see section 1.5.2). 9 Customer case management and 8 M06733, The Public Utilities Act, RSNS, 1989, c 380, as amend...
AI summary The document discusses the implementation of the electronic Technical Reference Manual (eTRM) and updates to Efficiency Nova Scotia's (ENS) Efficiency Trade Network (ETN) in 2017, including delays in the DDSM data tracking system due to vendor development issues.
ed delays in 2017 due 7 to vendor development issues. ENS engaged with the vendor to mitigate risks 8 associated with this delay. 9 10 1.2 Residential Sector Results 11 12 In 2017, the Residential sector achieved net incremental energy sav...
AI summary In 2017, the Residential sector achieved energy and peak demand savings slightly below planned targets. The Efficient Product Rebates program met energy savings targets but fell short on peak demand savings. Adjustments in program measure distribution contributed to higher demand-to-energy ratios than planned.
SBA IR-17 Attachment 1, Page 15 of 92 Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT 1 A breakdown of net incremental energy and net peak demand savings, expenditures, 2 and participation by rate class for EPR is presented in Table...
AI summary This text presents a table summarizing the results of the Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Annual Progress Report, focusing on residential rate class outcomes including energy savings, peak demand savings, and expenditures.
Residential/Charitable (2,3,4) 22.2 198.2 2.9 4,141 703,536 Small General (10) 0.0 0.2 0.0 9 44 General Demand (11) 0.0 0.2 0.0 12 61 Large General (12) 0.0 0.0 0.0 0 2 Small Industrial (21) 0.0 0.0 0.0 1 6 Medium Industrial (22) 0.0 0.0 0...
AI summary The text provides a table of energy and demand savings, expenditures, and participant counts across various customer classes, including residential, industrial, and municipal. It notes that numbers may not sum due to rounding and that savings figures are net of free-ridership and spillover. The Appliance Retirement program is highlighted as part of the Residential Efficient Product Rebates and includes HomeWarming services for BNI participants.
cludes appliance replacements delivered through the HomeWarming service. 10 The Appliance Retirement program component collects eligible residential appliances from BNI participants (e.g., 11 rental apartment buildings, condominium buildin...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Annual Progress Report discusses Efficiency Nova Scotia's (ENS) HomeWarming service and Appliance Retirement program, which target BNI participants and residential users. It notes a decrease in net peak demand savings due to ENS's 2016-2017 residential lighting metering study. Additionally, the EPR unit cost for 2017 was 20% below the planned mid-course adjusted unit cost, influenced by increased purchases of ENERGY STAR® certified LED lighting products.
May 30, 2018 SBA IR-17 Attachment 1, Page 16 of 92 Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT 1 component, as compared to previous years. 10 The multi-packs have a lower per-kWh 2 rebate amount than the corresponding single-pac...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Annual Progress Report highlights lower-than-expected incentive costs due to lower rebate amounts for multi-packs and a higher proportion of appliance retirements. The Instant Savings program achieved significant energy and peak demand savings through the sale of energy-efficient products.
nd 2.6 MW of net peak 16 demand savings through the sale of over 710,000 energy-efficient products, the 17 majority of which were ENERGY STAR® certified LED lighting products. 18 19 In Q2 of 2017, Instant Savings engaged in a review of inc...
AI summary The report highlights Efficiency Nova Scotia's achievements in energy efficiency, including net peak demand savings through the sale of energy-efficient products, a review of incentive levels, and the introduction of a new product category in the 2017 fall campaign. Dehumidifiers and air purifiers were added to the Instant Savings program in 2018.
result, dehumidifiers and air purifiers will be added to the list of energy-efficient 2 products available in Instant Savings for 2018. 3 4 Appliance Retirement 5 6 In 2017, the Appliance Retirement component of the EPR program achieved ne...
AI summary The text discusses energy efficiency initiatives, including the addition of dehumidifiers and air purifiers to the Instant Savings program and the Appliance Retirement component of the EPR program achieving energy savings in 2017. It also mentions a pilot project with the Halifax Regional School Board to retire inefficient appliances in schools.
and 7.2 MW of net peak demand savings in 2017, compared to planned savings of 33.4 25 GWh and 6.5 MW, respectively. Existing Residential comprises the following 26 components: 11 Effective January 2016, Appliance Retirement began offering...
AI summary The document outlines the performance of the Existing Residential program in 2017, highlighting energy savings and program components like Home Energy Assessment, Green Heat, and Efficient Product Installation. It also references a table providing details on energy savings, expenditures, and participation by rate class.
ly comprises homes heated by electricity. However, some 16 participation includes homes heated primarily by non-electric fuels. As these homes generate a small amount of 17 electricity savings, they receive a small amount of DSM funding. 1...
AI summary The Existing Residential program saw an increase in net peak demand savings due to program measure changes and a residential lighting metering study, despite a downward effect from the study. The EPI program contributed to a shortfall in energy savings.
effect 5 on demand savings, the program measure changes resulted in an overall increase in 6 demand savings for Existing Residential. 7 8 Home Energy Assessment 9 10 HEA saw a strong 2017 achieving net incremental energy savings of 7.0 GWh...
AI summary The Home Energy Assessment (HEA) program saw increased participation and energy savings in 2017, driven in part by the adoption of the EnerGuide Rating System 13 (ERS) and an increase in heat pump installations. ENS suspended the release of Energy Action Plans (EAPs) in Q4 2017 following the implementation of the new EnerGuide system.
an a review of its incentive structure and rebate guide in 2017, with the 8 objective of increasing convenience and accessibility for potential participants. 9 10 Green Heat 11 12 Green Heat achieved net incremental energy savings of 3.0 G...
AI summary Green Heat achieved significant energy savings and increased participation in 2017, largely due to the introduction of high-efficiency ductless mini-split heat pumps and changes to its rebate structure. The program transitioned to a post-purchase, mail-in rebate process and adjusted incentives to promote high-efficiency heat pumps.
pant installing a qualifying high-efficiency heat pump 15 Prior to August 1, 2017, Green Heat applicants required pre-approval prior to purchasing and installing eligible systems. DATE FILED: March 29, 2018 Page 17 of 68 Date Filed: May 30...
AI summary The text discusses changes to heat pump incentives by Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS), including the removal of certain heat pump types from qualifying measures in 2017 due to insufficient energy savings. It also highlights the success of the Efficient Product Installation (EPI) program in achieving significant energy and peak demand savings in 2017.
17 energy-efficient products in over 13,000 residences across Nova Scotia, of which, 18 approximately half self-identified as, or were estimated to be, low-income households. 19 20 EPI saw lower-than-anticipated net incremental energy savi...
AI summary The Efficient Product Installation (EPI) program installed energy-efficient products in over 13,000 residences in Nova Scotia, with about half being low-income households. However, EPI experienced lower-than-expected energy savings in 2017 due to fewer participants than anticipated. The program was formed in 2017 by merging the Residential Direct Install (RDI) and Rental Properties and Condos (RPC) components of the Existing Residential program.
y 30, 2018 SBA IR-17 Attachment 1, Page 22 of 92 Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT 1 • lower-than-anticipated energy savings per participant. 18 2 3 Lower-than-expected participation in EPI also affected the annual exp...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Annual Progress Report highlights lower-than-anticipated energy savings and participation in the Efficient Product Installation (EPI) program, affecting expenditures. The New Residential program achieved energy and peak demand savings, though slightly below planned targets.
of 2017 net incremental energy and net peak demand savings, 22 expenditures, and participation by rate class for the New Residential program is 23 presented in Table 6, below. 18 More products were installed per EPI participant in 2017 due...
AI summary The text discusses the 2017 New Residential program's energy and peak demand savings, expenditures, and participation by rate class, as presented in Table 6. It also mentions factors influencing product installations and lighting socket replacements, such as dwelling size and the replacement of incandescent bulbs with other technologies.
tachment 1, Page 23 of 92 Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT 1 Table 6: New Residential Rate Class Results First- Lifetime Peak Year New Residential Energy Demand Expenditures Participants Energy (2017 actual) Savings S...
AI summary This table from Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Annual Progress Report outlines new residential rate class results, including energy savings, peak demand savings, expenditures, and the number of participants.
tures reported in previous 4 quarters may have been updated and are reflected in the year-end totals. 5 New Residential includes the New Home Construction program component. 6 7 NHC saw an increase in registrations in 2017 compared to 2016...
AI summary In 2017, the New Home Construction (NHC) program saw increased registrations but fewer completed projects than expected, leading to a shortfall in energy savings. This was partly due to a major service provider exiting the program, which ENS helped manage. ENS also increased incentives in Q2 2017 to support building energy-efficient homes.
2017 DSM ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT 1 and Savings Verification Consultant recommendations, ENS updated its NHC incentives 2 in Q2 of 2017. 19 3 4 In 2016, ENS launched a Passive House pilot to encourage more Passive House 5 construction, as we...
AI summary In 2017, ENS updated its NHC incentives and launched a Passive House pilot to encourage energy-efficient construction. The BNI sector achieved significant energy and peak demand savings, with programs including Efficient Product Rebates, Custom Incentives, and Direct Installation. ENS also continued its On-site Energy Manager initiative to support energy-efficiency projects in large organizations.
initiative in 2017. Under this initiative, ENS places an energy manager within a large 27 organization to identify new energy-efficiency projects and to support the organization 19 New Home Construction Program, 2015 DSM Evaluation: Effici...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) implemented an initiative in 2017 placing energy managers in large organizations to identify and support energy-efficiency projects. OEM services are partially funded through project incentives, and savings from these services are claimed within three BNI programs. The BNI sector achieved disproportionately high net peak demand savings in 2017 compared to energy savings, due to changes in program measure distribution.
istribution in the 2017 mid-course adjustments resulting in a higher 9 demand-to-energy ratio overall, as compared to the UARB-approved plan. 10 11 1.3.1 Efficient Product Rebates 12 13 Efficient Product Rebates, marketed as Business Energ...
AI summary The 2017 mid-course adjustments led to a higher demand-to-energy ratio compared to the UARB-approved plan. Efficient Product Rebates (BER) achieved higher energy and peak demand savings than planned, with results broken down by rate class in Table 7.
Residential/Charitable 2.9 34.2 0.5 445 22,601 (2,3,4) Small General (10) 2.8 33.6 0.4 447 20,049 General Demand (11) 28.6 340.1 4.7 4,070 198,034 Large General (12) 3.1 36.3 0.4 421 26,902 Small Industrial (21) 2.8 29.9 0.4 437 25,270 Med...
AI summary The text presents a table with energy and demand savings data across various customer categories, including residential, industrial, and municipal. The data includes figures for energy and demand savings, expenditures, and the number of participants. The footnotes indicate that numbers may not sum due to rounding and that some savings and expenditures have been updated.
PR (BNI) includes some residential customers as eligible participants (e.g., farms, community groups on charitable 7 rate codes, rental apartment buildings, and condominium buildings). 8 9 EPR achieved its highest energy savings levels in...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Annual Progress Report highlights the expansion of the Business and Non-Profit Initiative (BNI) to include more residential participants, such as farms and rental buildings. Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) achieved record energy savings through the sale of over 349,000 energy-efficient products, with continued growth in Instant Rebates and stable Mail-In participation. The expansion of the Building Energy Retrofit (BER) program to include pool equipment and the continued popularity of lighting and HVAC measures are also noted.
May 30, 2018 SBA IR-17 Attachment 1, Page 27 of 92 Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT 1 As a result of the increase in participation observed, program expenditures also 2 increased as compared to the amount forecast in...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Annual Progress Report highlights increased participation and program expenditures, with a 13% reduction in EPR unit costs due to improved performance of the Instant Rebates service. The Custom Incentives program achieved energy and peak demand savings, supporting innovative projects through technical and financial assistance.
ograms by offering technical assistance, financial incentives, and project 24 financing to participants to aid in the reduction of their electricity consumption and 25 demand. 26 27 A breakdown of 2017 net incremental energy and net peak d...
AI summary The document outlines the 2017 results of the Custom Incentives program under Efficiency Nova Scotia, including energy savings, peak demand reductions, expenditures, and the number of projects completed, categorized by rate class. The data is presented in Table 8.
Residential/Charitable 0.2 2.4 0.0 36 1 (2,3,4) Small General (10) 0.0 0.0 0.0 0 0 General Demand (11) 8.6 130.1 1.4 1,500 28 Large General (12) 4.0 59.8 1.4 765 13 Small Industrial (21) 2.0 30.6 0.1 439 8 Medium Industrial (22) 3.2 43.5 0...
AI summary The text presents a summary of energy and demand savings across various customer categories, including residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. It highlights total savings, expenditures, and participant numbers, noting that figures may be rounded and updated from previous quarters. Custom Incentives includes multiple program components and certain residential participants.
counted once, but their participation is ongoing throughout the year. 7 Custom Incentives includes some residential customers as eligible participants (e.g., farms, community groups on 8 charitable rate codes, rental apartment buildings, r...
AI summary The Custom Incentives program under Efficiency Nova Scotia generated 21.0 GWh of net incremental energy savings and 3.6 MW of net peak demand savings in 2017. However, the program fell short of its planned energy savings targets due to lower-than-anticipated savings across its components, leading to reduced expenditures.
The Custom component of the Custom Incentives program generated 21.0 GWh of net 4 incremental energy savings and 3.6 MW of net peak demand savings in 2017 from 78 5 projects. 6 7 The Custom component comprises three separate services: Retr...
AI summary The Custom Incentives program generated significant energy and peak demand savings in 2017, with the Retrofit service contributing the majority of savings. The program includes Retrofit, Building Optimization, and New Construction services, with a 55% increase in project initiations compared to 2016. HVAC, compressed air, and refrigeration were the main contributors to savings in the Retrofit service.
ay 30, 2018 SBA IR-17 Attachment 1, Page 30 of 92 Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT 1 The New Construction service also achieved savings from seven projects in 2017. This 2 service encourages participants to make decis...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia's New Construction service achieved electricity savings through seven projects in 2017 by encouraging informed decisions and offering technical support and incentives. The Custom component initiated five pilots, including compressed air leak repairs, refrigeration optimization audits, and building envelope air leakage repairs.
g of new commercial 15 buildings; and 16 • investigating the viability of building envelope air leakage repairs in commercial 17 buildings. 18 19 Custom saw fewer-than-anticipated project completions in 2017 as well as lower-than- 20 expec...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Annual Progress Report highlights challenges in achieving expected energy savings due to delays in project completions and EMIS implementation. Custom Incentives faced fewer project completions and lower-than-expected energy savings, with some projects delayed to 2018. EMIS achieved some savings but fell short of expectations as implementation progress lagged.
rticipants had not 2 advanced as far in their EMIS implementation as forecasted at the time of the 2017 mid- 3 course adjustment. 4 5 Strategic Energy Management 6 7 SEM focuses on operational and procedural changes that companies can make...
AI summary The document discusses the implementation of the Strategic Energy Management (SEM) program, noting delays in EMIS implementation and revised start dates affecting savings claims. It also highlights the performance of the Direct Installation program (SBES) in 2017, showing energy and peak demand savings compared to planned targets.
A breakdown of 2017 net incremental energy and net peak demand savings, 32 expenditures, and participation by rate class for the SBES program is presented in Table 33 9, below. DATE FILED: March 29, 2018 Page 28 of 68 Date Filed: May 30, 2...
AI summary The text presents a table summarizing the 2017 performance of the SBES program, including net incremental energy and peak demand savings, expenditures, and participation by rate class. The table includes data on BNI Direct Installation results, such as energy savings, peak demand savings, and expenditures.
Savings (GWh) (MW) (GWh) Residential/Charitable (2,3,4) 1.1 15.0 0.2 513 69 Small General (10) 0.8 10.5 0.1 389 78 General Demand (11) 5.4 68.2 0.9 2,632 252 Large General (12) 0.0 0.0 0.0 0 0 Small Industrial (21) 0.4 5.4 0.1 134 10 Mediu...
AI summary The document presents energy and demand savings data across various sectors, including residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal. The data includes figures in GWh and MW, and notes that savings are net of free-ridership and spillover. Expenditure amounts are unaudited, and figures may have been updated from previous quarters.
in previous quarters 4 may have been updated and are reflected in the year-end totals. 5 Direct Installation includes the Small Business Energy Solutions program component. 6 7 In 2017, SBES saw 417 projects, a significant increase over th...
AI summary The Small Business Energy Solutions (SBES) program saw increased participation and energy savings in 2017, attributed to process improvements and contractor referrals. However, the Multifamily Affordable Housing Pilot underperformed its savings targets due to lower-than-expected results, despite achieving initial participation goals.
Page 29 of 68 Date Filed: May 30, 2018 SBA IR-17 Attachment 1, Page 33 of 92 Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT 1 regarding the energy-efficient upgrades recommended in the upgrade reports and that 2 pilot participants...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Annual Progress Report highlights challenges in implementing energy-efficient upgrades due to insufficient capital, even with incentives. SBES worked with pilot participants, resulting in ten completed projects. Energy savings were impacted by baseline adjustments and evaluation processes, though expenditures remained aligned with planned amounts. Net peak demand savings were lower than anticipated due to fewer upgrades in the Multifamily Affordability Housing Pilot.
nd savings 17 through the evaluation process; please refer to the Direct Installation Evaluation report 18 for further information. 22 19 20 1.4 Low Income Highli ghts 21 22 Within the Residential and Business, Non-Profit and Institutional...
AI summary The text highlights the efforts of Efficiency Nova Scotia in supporting low-income Nova Scotians through various energy efficiency programs in 2017, including free installations, appliance rebates, and apartment building energy savings initiatives.
ova Scotia 2017 DSM ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT 1 Table 10: Low Income Results First-Year Lifetime Energy Peak Demand Low Income Participation Expenditures Participation Energy Savings Savings Savings Participation Unit (2017 Actual) ($ million...
AI summary The document presents Table 10 from the 2017 DSM Annual Progress Report, which outlines low-income participation results, including first-year energy savings, lifetime energy savings, peak demand savings, and expenditures related to the program.
Residential Programs Efficient Product Rebates 0.6 4.9 0.1 0.3 Instant Savings1 0.3 2.5 0.0 0.0 4,725 Units rebated Appliance Retirement1,2 0.3 2.4 0.0 0.3 466 Units rebated Existing Residential 8.5 74.4 1.1 1.9 Home Energy Assessments3 -...
AI summary The text outlines residential and BNI programs, including efficient product rebates, instant savings, appliance retirement, home energy assessments, and green heating systems. It provides data on participation and units rebated, highlighting the scale and scope of these initiatives.
3.8 45.1 1.0 0.5 Business Energy Rebates - Mail-In6,7 1.3 15.8 0.5 0.2 42 Buildings retrofitted Business Energy Rebates - Instant6,8 2.5 29.2 0.5 0.4 25,965 Units rebated Custom Incentives 1.4 20.9 0.1 0.2 Custom6,7 1.4 20.9 0.1 0.2 11 Bui...
AI summary The document provides numerical data on various energy efficiency programs, including the number of buildings retrofitted, units rebated, and participation estimates. It highlights program components such as Business Energy Rebates, Custom Incentives, and Direct Installation, with figures indicating participation levels and outcomes.
overall. 14 7 Participation numbers are totals that include varying proportions of low-income and non low-income tenants. Expenditure and savings are estimated for the low-income portion. 15 8 The exact installation location of products re...
AI summary Enabling Strategies in 2017 focused on increasing awareness of DSM programs, evolving services through innovation, and driving market transformation. Categories included Education and Outreach, Development and Research, and Other Enabling Strategies.
2017 Enabling Strategies categories included: 13 • Education and Outreach; 14 • Development and Research; and 15 • Other Enabling Strategies. 16 17 1.5.1 Education and Outreach 18 19 Education and Outreach strategies in 2017 focused on enc...
AI summary In 2017, Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) focused on education and outreach as part of its Enabling Strategies, increasing social media engagement and media mentions. ENS was featured in various publications, highlighting partnerships with Nova Scotia businesses and municipalities.
siness Voice magazine, the Inverness Oran newspaper, and 3 Seafood Alliance magazine, highlighting ENS’s energy partnerships with Nova Scotia 4 businesses and municipalities. 5 6 ENS continued its Green Schools program in 2017, with over 2...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) promoted energy efficiency through partnerships with businesses and municipalities, and continued its Green Schools program, reaching over half of Nova Scotia's schools. ENS participated in various community events, educational conferences, and initiatives in 2017 to promote energy efficiency and sustainability.
idgewater from October 27-28, 2017; and 26 • the Girl Guides Canada Provincial Guiders Conference on November 25, 2017, 27 where there were over 300 attendees. 28 29 Partnerships between ENS and Nova Scotia’s leading post-secondary institu...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) continued its partnerships with post-secondary institutions in 2017, sponsoring energy efficiency and renewable energy courses at Saint Mary’s University and Dalhousie University. ENS also partnered with the Nova Scotia Community College to create a scholarship award and hosted the Bright Business Conference, which attracted over 250 participants and recognized businesses for energy efficiency initiatives.
day to encourage businesses to incorporate 12 energy efficiency into their operations. Businesses from across the province won 13 energy-efficiency awards in five categories. 14 15 Additional 2017 Education and Outreach initiatives and act...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) conducted various education and outreach initiatives in 2017 to promote energy efficiency, including community events, conferences, and partnerships with organizations such as the Ecology Action Centre (EAC). These activities aimed to increase energy-efficiency literacy and support the implementation of energy management plans.
ed: May 30, 2018 SBA IR-17 Attachment 1, Page 39 of 92 Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT 1 • releasing the 2016 EfficiencyOne Annual Report (distinct from the ENS Annual 2 Progress Report); 3 • releasing ENS’s The Swit...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) released various reports and newsletters in 2017, including the 2016 EfficiencyOne Annual Report and The Switch e-newsletters. ENS also recognized achievements in energy efficiency and received awards for its contributions. Development and research initiatives included the Incentive Setting Methodology, a Small Business Energy Study, and the electronic Technical Reference Manual (eTRM).
ies. 24 25 Further detail on these initiatives can be found below. Please refer to section 5.4 for 26 further information on the Incentive Setting Methodology implementation. DATE FILED: March 29, 2018 Page 36 of 68 Date Filed: May 30, 201...
AI summary The document discusses the Small Business Energy Study conducted by Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) at the request of the Small Business Advocate (SBA) during the 2016-2018 DSM Resource Plan regulatory process. The study aimed to understand barriers faced by small businesses in participating in DSM programs and was conducted in the first quarter of 2017.
understand 9 this market segment and the barriers faced by small businesses looking to participate 10 in DSM programs. 11 12 Electronic Technical Reference Manual 13 14 In 2017, ENS completed its electronic Technical Reference Manual (eTRM...
AI summary The document discusses the development of an electronic Technical Reference Manual (eTRM) by Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) in 2017. The eTRM is a web-based tool that integrates with ENS’s DDSM data tracking system, providing a centralized repository for energy-efficiency measure methodologies and improving transparency and accuracy in savings calculations.
29, 2018 Page 37 of 68 Date Filed: May 30, 2018 SBA IR-17 Attachment 1, Page 41 of 92 Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT 1 eTRM available for the Evaluation Consultant and Savings Verification Consultant to 2 review and...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) integrated the eTRM into daily operations as the new DDSM data tracking system is developed. ENS also conducted research on quality assurance, participant satisfaction, and the economic impact of the energy-efficiency industry in Nova Scotia in 2017.
17 improve the experience at each stage of the participant journey. Finally, ENS completed 18 a review of the economic impact of the energy-efficiency industry in Nova Scotia. 19 20 ENS also collected user experience and other behavioural...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) conducted research on participant experiences and the economic impact of the energy-efficiency industry. ENS also explored enabling strategies such as PACE financing and capacity building to support participation in demand-side management (DSM) programs.
sate for this barrier and to increase participation in 9 DSM programs. In ENS’s experience, financing programs complement, but do not 10 replace, traditional rebate programs. 11 12 Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) programs enable part...
AI summary The text discusses how financing programs, such as PACE, complement traditional rebate programs in increasing participation in DSM initiatives. It also outlines capacity-building strategies in 2017, including training, marketing support, and promoting new building standards like Passive House.
y 30, 2018 SBA IR-17 Attachment 1, Page 43 of 92 Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT 1 Activities related to the Supplier Performance Management program, in order to 2 improve cost and scheduling efficiencies as well as...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) implemented activities to improve the Supplier Performance Management program, including training, workload distribution, and collaboration to enhance participant experience and reduce costs. ENS also continued to support the energy-efficiency industry through its Energy Trade Network (ETN), aiming to drive energy savings, build industry capacity, and deliver value to members.
crease participation in ENS services; 16 • build industry capacity for energy-efficiency work in Nova Scotia; and 17 • deliver demonstrable value to its members. 18 19 In 2017, the ETN continued to build on momentum gained through efforts...
AI summary In 2017, the Energy Trade Network (ETN) continued to build on prior efforts, including the release of training modules, an enhanced online directory, advertising campaigns, information sessions on Green Heat program changes, online guides for participants, and the distribution of its bi-monthly newsletter.
nthly 2 newsletter that highlights updates on programs, pilots, procurement 3 opportunities, helpful tips, training, events, and more. 4 5 ENS continued to strengthen its relationship with industry stakeholders throughout 2017 6 by hosting...
AI summary In 2017, ENS strengthened its relationship with industry stakeholders through various training and events, including conferences and courses on energy efficiency. ENS also promoted the Passive House concept and new home building standards, and developed a video highlighting energy-efficient housing projects.
7 In 2017, Regulatory Affairs activities included: 8 • engaging with regulatory stakeholders, the DSM Advisory Group and consultants, 9 as appropriate, on topics including: 10 o the development approach for the 2019 DSM Resource Plan; 11 o...
AI summary In 2017, Regulatory Affairs engaged with stakeholders on topics such as the 2019 DSM Resource Plan, non-energy benefits quantification, and the Incentive Setting Methodology Study. Activities included UARB reporting, stakeholder meetings, audits, and data provision from NS Power.
luation and verification processes; 27 • conducting a Cost Containment Audit; 28 • conducting an Internal Audit of Program Internal Controls – Instant Savings; 27 27 M08011, EfficiencyOne 2016 Audited Financial Statements, [EfficiencyOne R...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) conducted several audits, including a Cost Containment Audit and an Internal Audit of Program Internal Controls for the Instant Savings program. ENS also finalized a loan arrangement with Toronto Dominion (TD) as directed by the UARB, which is expected to save ratepayers approximately $6 million.
that it was entitled to claim full Input Tax Credits. Therefore, the HST 20 receivable will remain as an asset with ENSTC until the Tax Court of Canada rules on the 21 matter. 22 23 Discovery examination of ENSTC’s nominee was conducted on...
AI summary The text discusses ENSTC's claim for Input Tax Credits and the ongoing legal process involving the Tax Court of Canada, as well as Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2018 planned activities related to its Demand Side Management (DSM) program and targets.
. 30 ENS will provide its mid-course adjustments for 8 2018 by program and their customer rate class impacts within its 2018 Q1 DSM Report, 9 due to be filed in May, 2018. 10 11 In 2018, ENS will work with its Evaluation Consultant to desi...
AI summary ENS plans to provide mid-course adjustments for 2018 by program and their customer rate class impacts in its Q1 DSM Report, due in May 2018. ENS will continue working with its Evaluation Consultant to design evaluations, conduct condensed evaluations for mature programs, and implement lean process improvements to enhance efficiency and participant experience.
uding 25 media and in-store advertising for the spring and fall Instant Savings campaigns, digital 26 marketing, and EPR highlights in ENS’s The Switch Residential newsletter. 27 28 Appliance Retirement 29 30 In 2018, ENS will focus on gen...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) plans to continue and expand its Appliance Retirement program in 2018, including working with the Halifax Regional School Board to retire inefficient appliances and launching an online booking portal. The Existing Residential program includes components like Home Energy Assessment, Green Heat, and Efficient Product Installation.
2018 Page 49 of 68 Date Filed: May 30, 2018 SBA IR-17 Attachment 1, Page 53 of 92 Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT 1 before the user steps into the shower. In addition, LED holiday lights will be offered 2 again as a...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) plans to continue offering LED holiday lights as a pilot measure in 2018 and will use digital and social media for marketing. ENS will also launch a First Nations Home Energy Efficiency Pilot program, funded by the Province of Nova Scotia, targeting income-qualified households on-reserve.
The DSM-funded 12 portion of the pilot will seek to deliver significant electrical energy savings to on-reserve, 13 Band-owned homes, where the household is income-qualified. 14 15 Currently, Band-owned homes are not eligible for the HomeW...
AI summary The DSM-funded pilot aims to provide energy assessments and efficiency upgrades to Band-owned homes in First Nations communities, focusing on electrical heating systems and building envelope improvements. The pilot will be available in all 13 First Nations communities, with priority given to homes that will achieve the most significant energy savings. The initiative also includes appliance replacements in non-electrically heated homes. ENS will continue collaboration with the NHC Service Provider and the Passive House pilot in 2018.
May 30, 2018 SBA IR-17 Attachment 1, Page 54 of 92 Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT 1 NHC will continue building relationships and further engaging with builders and 2 contractors across the province to increase aware...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) outlines its 2018 plans to expand energy efficiency programs, focusing on engagement with builders, contractors, and the Business, Non-Profit, and Institutional (BNI) sector. Key initiatives include marketing campaigns, trade-show participation, and the continuation of programs like Efficient Product Rebates and Custom Incentives.
trial; 24 • Agriculture; 25 • Small Businesses; 26 • Commercial Buildings; 27 • Hospitality; and 28 • Municipalities. DATE FILED: March 29, 2018 Page 51 of 68 Date Filed: May 30, 2018 SBA IR-17 Attachment 1, Page 55 of 92 Efficiency Nova S...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) outlines marketing strategies for 2018, targeting sectors such as agriculture, small businesses, and commercial buildings. Efforts include integrated marketing campaigns, website improvements, success story sharing, and industry partnerships. ENS also plans to refine and expand rebates, focusing on lighting and heating, and will host education events for small businesses.
include those listed in section 3.2 above, as well as the hosting of 19 small-business education events along with outreach with the ETN and contractors. 20 21 3.2.2 Custom Incentives 22 23 The Custom Incentives program comprises the follo...
AI summary The Custom Incentives program includes Retrofit, Building Optimization, and New Construction services. In 2017, the program continued to support innovative projects not covered by other programs. ENS plans to review incentives, enhance service provider listings, and continue five pilots started in 2017. Marketing efforts will include technical series to promote energy-efficient trends and technologies.
SBA IR-17 Attachment 1, Page 57 of 92 Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT 1 Strategic Energy Management 2 3 In 2018, ENS is introducing a flexible approach for SEM participants, in contrast to the 4 cohort model previous...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) is introducing a more flexible approach to the Strategic Energy Management (SEM) program in 2018, allowing individual enrollment and one-on-one support. The Direct Installation program, marketed as Small Business Energy Solutions (SBES), will continue to help small businesses access energy-efficient upgrades and improve the participant experience.
ts website as 19 well as implement additional process improvements to enhance and simplify the 20 participant experience and reduce the cycle time for processing applications. 21 22 Throughout the year, SBES will continue to expand support...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) plans to enhance the participant experience and reduce application processing time. It will expand support for non-lighting measures and emerging technologies, and prioritize outreach efforts, including participation in trade shows and events, support for the Efficiency Trade Network (ETN), and education sessions for small businesses.
• PACE Financing; 20 • Capacity Building; 21 • Working with Governments; and 22 • Regulatory Affairs. 23 24 PACE Financing 25 26 Throughout 2018, ENS will continue to support financing initiatives within its Residential 27 programs. To fur...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) plans to expand PACE financing initiatives in 2018 and support municipalities in implementing PACE programs. ENS also intends to enhance capacity building by training more Quality Assurance Site Inspectors to monitor the performance of residential Efficient Product Installation program components.
rk collaboratively across programs and departments to schedule site 9 inspections and limit the number of times participants are contacted following program 10 participation. 11
AI summary The text discusses the importance of collaboration across programs and departments to schedule site inspections and minimize the frequency of contact with participants following their involvement in programs.
mbers to provide information on how they 30 can work with ENS Business Development Managers to increase uptake in the 31 (Commercial) New Construction service; DATE FILED: March 29, 2018 Page 57 of 68 Date Filed: May 30, 2018 SBA IR-17 Att...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) is working to increase the uptake of energy efficiency services, particularly in commercial new construction, and plans to support the development of national energy-efficiency standards in areas such as retrofit commissioning and thermal bridging methodology. ENS also plans to collaborate with its Evaluation Consultant on codes and standards evaluation.
• quantification of non-energy benefits for cost-effectiveness testing purposes; 3 and 4 • addressing evaluation and verification recommendations. 5 6 In the first quarter of 2018, ENS consulted with DSM Advisory Group stakeholders to 7 de...
AI summary The document discusses Efficiency Nova Scotia's (ENS) work on the 2019 DSM Plan, in line with the Electricity Efficiency and Conservation Restructuring (2014) Act. It also mentions planned and actual DSM expenditures for 2015-2017 and highlights ENS's collaboration with the DSM Advisory Group and Evaluation and Verification Consultants.
and 2017 planned and actual 32 DSM expenditures, and Table 14 presents 2018 planned 8 DSM expenditures. 9 10 Table 11: 2015 Planned and Actual DSM Expenditures by Rate Class Planned 2015 Actual 2015 Rate Code Expenditures Expenditures ($ m...
AI summary The document provides a summary of Demand Side Management (DSM) expenditures for 2015, 2016, and 2017, including planned and actual figures across various rate classes. It includes references to tables and notes about the status of the data (e.g., 2017 expenditures are unaudited).
of 92 Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT 1 Table 12: 2016 Planned and Actual DSM Expenditures by Rate Class Planned 2016 Actual 2016 Rate Code Expenditures Expenditures ($ million) ($ million) Residential/Charitable (2,...
AI summary The document presents tables comparing planned and actual 2016 and 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) expenditures by rate class, highlighting discrepancies between planned and actual spending across different customer categories.
Actual 2017 Rate Code Expenditures Expenditures ($ million) ($ million) Residential/Charitable (2,3,4) 17.5 14.8 Small General (10) 1.1 0.9 General Demand (11) 10.1 9.0 Large General (12) 1.1 1.3 Small Industrial (21) 1.2 1.1 Medium Indust...
AI summary This table shows the 2017 planned DSM expenditures by rate class, with total expenditures amounting to $34.6 million. The figures are unaudited and may not sum due to rounding. The data is part of the 2017 DSM Annual Progress Report filed by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
17 Attachment 1, Page 65 of 92 Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT 1 Table 14: 2018 Planned DSM Expenditures by Rate Class Planned 2018 Rate Code Expenditures ($ million) Residential/Charitable (2,3,4) 19.4 Small General...
AI summary The document provides details on planned 2018 Demand Side Management (DSM) expenditures by rate class and discusses updates on items from the 2016-2018 DSM Resource Plan regulatory process, including locational DSM efforts.
(Consensus Agreement), 34 and the 2016-2018 Quantum 6 Agreement. 35 The statuses of the items that remained open in 2017 are discussed below. 7 8 5.1 Locational DSM E f forts 9 10 In accordance with the UARB’s direction in its Order dated...
AI summary The document discusses the collaborative efforts of ENS and NS Power in locational DSM, as directed by the UARB. Despite disagreements on methodology, they agreed to have NS Power review potential capital expenditures avoided through locational DSM and report back to ENS.
r would conduct a detailed review of capital expenditures that could 17 potentially be avoided through locational DSM and convey the results to ENS; 18 and 33 Supra note 1. 34 Ibid at Schedule B. 35 M06733, NSUARB Decision, The Public Util...
AI summary The text discusses a review of capital expenditures that could be avoided through locational DSM, referencing past regulatory proceedings and agreements involving EfficiencyOne and Nova Scotia Power. It also references past UARB decisions and reports related to demand-side management and efficiency programs.
tion 79J(3) of the Public Utilities Act for Approval of the 2016-2018 Supply Agreement for Electricity Efficiency and Conservation Activities [2017 Locational DSM Report], [14 Aug 2017] at p. 37. DATE FILED: March 29, 2018 Page 63 of 68 Da...
AI summary The document discusses Efficiency Nova Scotia's (ENS) collaboration with NS Power on locational DSM efforts and updates on the Rate and Bill Impact Analysis (RBIA) as part of the Consensus Agreement. ENS is committed to refining the methodology and assumptions used in the RBIA with stakeholder input.
and 18 assumptions used in the analysis. As noted in the Consensus Agreement, ENS will file 19 its 2018 RBIA by October 31, 2018. 39 20 21 5.3 Cost-Effe ctiveness Testing 22 23 In the 2016-2018 Quantum Agreement, the DSMAG agreed to work t...
AI summary The text discusses the 2016-2018 Quantum Agreement and the DSMAG's efforts to achieve consensus on cost-effectiveness screening test methodology for future DSM Resource Plans. It also references a Settlement Agreement from July 22, 2016, where stakeholders agreed to work with the DSM Advisory Group to improve the TRC test by quantifying participant non-energy benefits.
roup in 2018 in relation to ENS’s plans for integrating non- 18 energy benefits into the TRC test in Nova Scotia. 19 20 5.4 Incentive Setting Methodology Study and Implementation 21 22 In response to the UARB’s Order dated October 7, 2015,...
AI summary This text discusses Efficiency Nova Scotia's (ENS) efforts to develop a more rigorous methodology for setting incentive levels in response to a 2015 UARB order. The research involved reviewing how 12 North American jurisdictions set and revise DSM program incentives, as well as ENS’s current practices.
May 30, 2018 SBA IR-17 Attachment 1, Page 69 of 92 Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT 1 practices and recommending changes to these practices. This study, conducted by 2 CLEAResult, was completed and a report filed with...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) implemented a new incentive setting methodology in 2017 based on a study by CLEAResult. The methodology was filed with the UARB and includes periodic reviews of existing incentives, using a Consolidated Calculator. A two-year market research plan was also developed to inform future research.
SBA IR-17 Attachment 1, Page 71 of 92 Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT 1 6 CONCLUSION 2 3 ENS is pleased to submit this Annual Progress Report on its 2017 DSM performance. As 4 of this writing, ENS expects to meet its...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) submitted its 2017 DSM Annual Progress Report, indicating expected achievement of 2018 planned savings and ongoing provision of DSM programs. The report includes updates on the implementation of evaluation and verification recommendations from 2013-2015 and 2016.
Expected Evaluation/ Year Recommendation Text Source Status Comments Period of Verification Completion 2013 Evaluation Continue to work on including as much information as possible in OV-R6 In Progress ENS agrees with this recommendation a...
AI summary In 2013, a recommendation was made to improve the inclusion of information in the DSMDS through standardized entries. ENS agreed and implemented a Dynamic DSM data tracking system in 2017, which improved customer experience and program delivery efficiency.
includes technical specifications of equipment, answers to pre-screening and will integrate others in 2018. questions and savings equations. 2013 Evaluation Evaluate the benefits/costs in acquiring a Customer Relations Management TPE-R3 In...
AI summary The text discusses the integration of a Customer Relations Management (CRM) tool into the Dynamic DSM system by ENS in 2017 and 2018, as well as the adaptation of the DSMDS tracking system to a QA program implemented by ENSC in 2013. ENS agrees with recommendations to improve data collection and evidence-based decision-making.
high delta EnerGuide. The Evaluator commends ENSC on this action and therefore recommends that the results of these reviews be tracked in the DSMDS. 2013 Evaluation Adapt the next tracking system (DSMDS) to the QA program: A QA program PP-...
AI summary The Evaluator commends ENSC for adapting the DSMDS tracking system to the QA program and recommends tracking results within the system. ENS agrees and plans to implement the QA program fully by 2014, with interim tracking on a spreadsheet until full integration.
sults should include the identification of the CEAs who conducted each assessment to provide more support or training to CEAs with less experience. Attachment 1, Table 1, 2013-2015 Evaluation Recommendations Efficiency Nova Scotia - 2017 D...
AI summary The text discusses the need to identify CEAs (Certified Energy Advisors) who conducted assessments to provide additional support and training to those with less experience. It references an evaluation report and attachment related to Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Annual Progress Report.
rs of operation of CFLs. Certainly, it can be assumed that the CFLs installed first were installed in sockets that had the longest hours of operation to maximize the investment in more expensive bulbs. Yet, as the market evolves, the incan...
AI summary The text discusses the need to adjust the hours of operation for CFLs in energy savings calculations as market conditions evolve. It also mentions the implementation of a QA program by ENSC in 2013, with plans to integrate it into the Dynamic DSM in the future.
2014 Evaluation Perform thorough M&V and document it in a complete report for every large Custom-R1 Complete ENS agrees with this recommendation. Standardized M&V processes and Complete project for which thorough M&V work is justified and...
AI summary The document discusses the importance of thorough Measurement and Verification (M&V) processes for energy efficiency projects, emphasizing the need for complete reports for large projects and recommending standardized practices. ENS agrees with the recommendation and acknowledges that improvements may still be needed.
the measurement methodology (what was measured and when) and the equations used to establish energy savings based on the raw data in a short form. Attachment 1, Table 1, 2013-2015 Evaluation Recommendations Efficiency Nova Scotia - 2017 DS...
AI summary The text refers to the measurement methodology for energy savings, including what was measured, when, and the equations used based on raw data. It also mentions an attachment containing an update on the implementation of 2013-2015 evaluation recommendations from Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Annual Progress Report.
using the tool. This will assist ENS in storing utility bill data until enough evaluation activity be continued in future evaluation. Other measures could be information is collected to conduct a future calibration billing analysis. taken...
AI summary The text discusses measures to improve the quality of evaluation results, such as requiring final energy simulations, enhanced building commissioning, and full energy simulation reviews to ensure accurate model inputs for future calibration billing analysis.
esults should include the identification of the CEAs who conducted each assessment to provide more support or training to CEAs with less experience. 2015 Evaluation Continue working towards the standardization of measurement and Custom-R2...
AI summary The document discusses the need for standardizing measurement and verification (M&V) procedures for Custom Retrofit under ENS. It highlights the importance of involving CEAs in the process and improving documentation to ensure consistency and completeness of M&V activities. ENS has standardized its M&V policy and plans to launch an updated PDA in 2018.
ment Agreement (PDA), and all documentation relevant to the calculation of savings should be stored on the demand-side management data system (DSMDS).
AI summary The text specifies that all documentation related to the Performance and Delivery Agreement (PDA) and the calculation of savings must be stored on the demand-side management data system (DSMDS).
nal quality control steps be defined and implemented by the program manager to ensure that savings are calculated accurately upon project approval. Attachment 1, Table 1, 2013-2015 Evaluation Recommendations Efficiency Nova Scotia - 2017 D...
AI summary The text discusses the need for quality control steps to be defined and implemented by the program manager to ensure accurate calculation of savings upon project approval. It references an evaluation report and table related to the implementation of recommendations from 2013-2015.
Expected Evaluation/ Year Recommendation Text Source Status Comments Period of Verification Completion 2015 Evaluation Further improve the tracking system. The Evaluator commends ENS for the BER-R2 In Progress ENS agrees with this recommen...
AI summary The evaluation recommends further improvements to the tracking system for BER Mail-in and Instant Rebates. ENS has made significant improvements but some issues remain, such as linking total savings to individual measures and discrepancies in evaluation. ENS agrees with the recommendations and plans to integrate program components into the Dynamic DSM system.
savings. The Evaluator also noticed, in a few cases, discrepancies between the evaluation. ENS also completed additional training of staff to ensure the calculation algorithms, the variable descriptions and the savings calculated for savin...
AI summary The Evaluator identified discrepancies in calculation algorithms and variable descriptions for savings calculations in the BER Instant Rebates program. ENS addressed these issues by training staff and updating evaluation categories to align with those used in the 2015 evaluation.
No. 2 programs have their calculations set up in the software that houses and executes all ENS savings calculations. All program components will be able to use the electronic Technical Reference Manual after they have been fully implemente...
AI summary The text discusses the setup of program calculations within the software that manages ENS savings and mentions the use of the electronic Technical Reference Manual once program components are fully implemented in the Dynamic DSM.
ve been fully implemented in the Dynamic DSM.
AI summary The text mentions that certain initiatives have been fully implemented in the Dynamic DSM, indicating progress in demand-side management programs.
outside the organization where applicable. Attachment 1, Table 2, 2013-2015 Verification Recommendations Efficiency Nova Scotia - 2017 DSM Annual Progress Report Date Filed: March 29, 2018 Date Filed: May 30, 2018 SBA IR-17 Attachment 1, P...
AI summary The document includes a 2017 DSM Annual Progress Report from Efficiency Nova Scotia, filed on May 30, 2018, and references an attachment from the Standardized Filing (SBA) process. It appears to be part of a regulatory proceeding involving demand-side management programs.
2014 Verification TRM. Efficiency Nova Scotia should take steps to carefully establish a Nova Scotia TRM. This Savings Complete ENS agrees with this recommendation. ENS has Complete would facilitate both program planning and evaluation. Ve...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) agrees with the recommendation to establish a Technical Reference Manual (TRM) for Nova Scotia. ENS has completed the development of an electronic TRM, which will facilitate program planning and evaluation by providing standardized calculations for all program components once fully implemented in the Dynamic DSM system.
been fully implemented in the Dynamic DSM. Attachment 1, Table 2, 2013-2015 Verification Recommendations Efficiency Nova Scotia - 2017 DSM Annual Progress Report Date Filed: March 29, 2018 Date Filed: May 30, 2018 SBA IR-17 Attachment 1, P...
AI summary The document references the implementation of Dynamic DSM and includes an attachment with verification recommendations, as well as a 2017 DSM Annual Progress Report filed by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It also references a Standardized Filing (SBA IR-17) and a page number from a larger document.
ndation approach and expectations for future evaluations. certain evaluation standards for future evaluations. No. 3 2014 Verification Savings Weighted Measure Lives. The time dimension should be operationalized in the Savings Complete ENS...
AI summary The text discusses the need for a more comprehensive evaluation approach for energy efficiency programs, emphasizing the use of lifetime energy savings rather than just first-year savings. ENS agrees with this and started reporting lifetime energy savings in 2017, using a multiple baseline approach for evaluation.
energy savings. technical and technical/regulatory DSM program. This mistake occurs as an artifact of the indicator system.
AI summary The text discusses an error in the technical and technical/regulatory Demand Side Management (DSM) program, which is identified as an artifact of the indicator system used to measure energy savings.
conduct a future calibration billing analysis. 2015 Verification Savings Weighted Measure Lives. The time and savings dimension should be operationalized SV-2 Complete ENS agrees with this recommendation and began Complete in the indicator...
AI summary The text discusses the need for a more comprehensive approach to evaluating energy savings by incorporating a weighted measure of lives over time, rather than relying solely on first-year savings. ENS agrees with this approach and began reporting lifetime energy savings in 2017, using a multiple baseline methodology.
zations at ENS's next in-house group seminar. Attachment 1, Table 2, 2013-2015 Verification Recommendations Efficiency Nova Scotia - 2017 DSM Annual Progress Report Date Filed: March 29, 2018 Date Filed: May 30, 2018 SBA IR-17 Attachment 1...
AI summary The document references Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM Annual Progress Report and includes an attachment table with verification recommendations from 2013-2015. It also mentions the Standardized Filing (SBA) and the date of filing as May 30, 2018.
Table 2 Attachment 1, Page 8 of 20 Update on Implementation of 2013-2015 Verification Recommendations Expected Evaluation/ Year Recommendation Text Source Status Comments Period of Verification Completion 2015 Verification For Retail Direc...
AI summary The 2015 verification recommendation RDI-R1 for Retail Direct Install includes analysis of additional savings impacts and adoption practices for smart power controllers used in gaming consoles. ENS agrees with the recommendation and reviewed a California field study, which found that differentiated savings levels are not reliable.
Continue to perform metering activity and keep improving its quality and effectiveness. This year, metering ARet-R1 Complete ENS agrees with this recommendation and met all 2017 metering Complete activity was focused on the small appliance...
AI summary The text discusses metering activities related to appliance retirement programs, highlighting improvements in metering protocols, challenges with data collection, and recommendations for better data precision in 2017. The Evaluator suggests using raw current transformer data and revising eligibility criteria to ensure more accurate impact evaluations.
Continue monitoring key market indicators to adapt program component offerings when needed. Increasing Instant-R1 Complete ENS agrees with this recommendation and completed it in 2017. Interviews Complete adoption of LEDs by consumers and...
AI summary The document discusses the need to continue monitoring market indicators for LED adoption, noting reduced barriers and increased sales. ENS agrees with the recommendation and completed it in 2017, while also piloting non-lighting products in the Instant Savings program.
cipants who mentioned unclear HEA investigating how best to support additional training for EAs. requirements as a source of dissatisfaction with HEA in 2016. Attachment 1, Table 3, 2016 Evaluation Recommendations Efficiency Nova Scotia -...
AI summary The text references an evaluation of the Home Energy Assessment (HEA) program from 2016, highlighting dissatisfaction with HEA requirements and the need for additional training for Energy Advisors (EAs). It also cites an Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Annual Progress Report and a filing from May 30, 2018.
Monitor market progress to adapt the program component offer to the evolving market. According to the GH-R1 Complete ENS agrees with this recommendation has implemented changes to the Complete retailers of biomass measures and heat pumps i...
AI summary The document discusses the need to monitor market progress and adapt the Green Heat program based on changes in consumer behavior, product availability, and market transformation. ENS has updated eligibility criteria for heat pumps, and the Evaluator recommends surveys and consultations to better understand market evolution and ensure program effectiveness.
orly understanding Green Heat. The Evaluator suggests increasing program component knowledge among retailers by providing them with an impetus to more actively promote higher efficiency models, and offering point of sale promotional materi...
AI summary The Evaluator recommends increasing retailer knowledge of Green Heat programs and considering real baseline conditions in savings calculations. ENS agrees and has implemented the recommendation, noting that many participants already have efficient or secondary heating systems, which reduces potential energy savings.
e of secondary systems be considered when estimating savings, rather than using unitary savings values that are based on a heating load entirely supplied by an electrical resistance heating system. Attachment 1, Table 3, 2016 Evaluation Re...
AI summary The text discusses the need to consider secondary systems when estimating energy savings, rather than relying on unitary savings values based on electrical resistance heating systems. It references an evaluation from 2016 and a 2017 DSM Annual Progress Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia.
ral heat pumps would therefore allow factoring in parameters that are representative of equipment installed under Green Heat, such as control strategies and interactions with other heating systems. Limit the number of smart power controlle...
AI summary The text discusses the effectiveness of installing multiple smart power controllers in households under the RDI program. It notes that having more than two controllers may not yield significant savings due to limited usage of additional devices and low installation rates observed in a small sample.
results have been obtained from quite a small sample, the Evaluator still believes that having more than two smart power controllers installed might not be an effective way to maximize RDI’s impacts. Conduct more on-site visits with partic...
AI summary The Evaluator recommends increasing the number of on-site visits to participants with smart power controllers to obtain a more accurate installation rate, as previous data from 44 visits was insufficient. ENS agrees with this recommendation and increased the number of visits in 2017.
t is recommended that additional visits should be conducted in early 2017 so as to determine with confidence whether or not the installation rates have decreased in comparison with the previous years. Start measuring spillover in 2017. Spi...
AI summary The document recommends measuring spillover effects in the RP&C program starting in 2017 due to observed changes in product upgrades and installations, such as LED lamps and mini-split heat pumps, which may be influenced by market evolution and participant behavior.
nd will follow up on these aspects during the 2017 evaluation. In the meantime, the Evaluator recommends sharing with EAs those aspects of the project review process that ENS would like to improve. Attachment 1, Table 3, 2016 Evaluation Re...
AI summary The text discusses the 2017 DSM Annual Progress Report, referencing an evaluation and recommendations for improving the project review process by Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS). It mentions follow-up actions during the 2017 evaluation and the sharing of improvements with EAs.
aseline wattages construction applications. in BER new construction projects. Implement complete measurement and verification (M&V) procedures for Mail-in projects generating large BER-R2 Complete ENS agrees with this recommendation and ha...
AI summary The document discusses the need for implementing complete measurement and verification (M&V) procedures for large energy-saving projects under the BER Mail-in program. ENS agrees with the recommendation and has established a protocol for projects over one GWh, with plans to develop specific verification processes for large projects and Retrofit projects generating 300,000 kWh or more.
oping such M&V procedures for Retrofit projects. The same procedures should be applied to BER projects generating 300,000 kWh and more to limit the corrections needed to the tracked energy savings. Conduct deeper market analysis to adapt t...
AI summary The document discusses the need for consistent M&V procedures for Retrofit and BER projects, deeper market analysis for BER Instant Rebates, and the impact of market evolution on LED sales and free-ridership. The Evaluator recommends adapting rebate offers and using multiple data sources to assess market transformation.
s in recruiting potential participants. It is expected that having more organizations better informed about Building Optimization’s process and benefits will help drive participation levels higher. Attachment 1, Table 3, 2016 Evaluation Re...
AI summary The text discusses efforts to improve participation in Building Optimization programs by increasing awareness among potential participants. It references evaluation recommendations and annual progress reports related to energy efficiency initiatives.
2017 and will continue using the new method in all commercial program components. It is recommended that this new methodology be applied in 2017. 2018. Ensure that a systematic review of Retrofit’s peak demand savings calculations is perfo...
AI summary The document recommends applying a new methodology for calculating peak demand savings in Retrofit projects starting in 2017. It highlights that the adjustment ratio was high due to consultants not accounting for peak demand savings or ENS being overly cautious. The Evaluator suggests requiring consultants to include peak demand savings calculations and validating projects without them through an internal review.
ts include peak demand savings calculations as a mandatory element in their submission packages, and (2) that all projects without peak demand savings be validated through an internal review process. Implement a standardized process for va...
AI summary The document discusses the need for improved measurement and verification (M&V) processes for energy efficiency projects, including the inclusion of peak demand savings in M&V plans and the validation of retrofit projects through standardized tools. ENS agrees with these recommendations and has developed tools to address these issues.
ants that take part in SEM for more than one year. Therefore, the Evaluator recommends that the project-specific adjustments made in this evaluation be applied to continuing projects going forward. Attachment 1, Table 3, 2016 Evaluation Re...
AI summary The Evaluator recommends that project-specific adjustments from the 2016 evaluation be applied to continuing projects, particularly those involving SEM. This is based on the analysis of the 2017 DSM Annual Progress Report.
Table 3 Attachment 1, Page 16 of 20 Update on Implementation of 2016 Evaluation Recommendations Expected Recommendation Text Source Status Comments Period of Completion Assist participants throughout the participation process, from enrollm...
AI summary The text discusses the implementation of 2016 evaluation recommendations, focusing on assisting participants in energy efficiency programs from enrollment to project completion. ENS has made improvements to the Opportunities Report to enhance the participant experience and encourage project completion.
t completion. Examples of implementing projects, including making decisions without technical assistance and spending time seeking bids. improvements include: extra information about financing, simple payback Without the assistance of cont...
AI summary The text discusses challenges in implementing energy efficiency projects due to lack of participant prioritization and contractor assistance. It suggests improvements like providing more financing information, linking to the Efficiency Trade Network, and following up with participants. Examples from other program administrators are provided to illustrate effective support strategies.
ir trade networks to ensure participants have access to contractors that can manage entire projects; and having the audit report specify a list of contractors who can address each identified measure.
AI summary The text discusses the need for energy efficiency programs to ensure participants have access to contractors who can manage entire projects, and the importance of audit reports specifying a list of contractors for each identified measure.
t data regarding the new targeted products can be obtained; contacts should be made with major stakeholders to collect data about the market evolution that took place over the last five to 10 years. Attachment 1, Table 3, 2016 Evaluation R...
AI summary The text discusses the need to obtain data on new targeted products by contacting major stakeholders and references past evaluations and reports related to energy efficiency programs in Nova Scotia.
tion required. N/A savings and for demand-reduction for all programs. General-SV-1
AI summary The text references savings and demand-reduction requirements for all programs, likely in the context of energy efficiency or demand-side management initiatives.
Table 4 Attachment 1, Page 18 of 20 Update on Implementation of 2016 Verification Recommendations Expected Recommendation Text Source Status Comments Period of Completion ENS and the Advisory Group should consider the potential benefits an...
AI summary The text discusses the implementation of 2016 verification recommendations, specifically the consideration of a market transformation framework by ENS and the Advisory Group, with discussions taking place in the fall of 2017.
Evaluator integrated additional analyses of market indicators for the three program components referenced by the Verification Consultant: Instant Savings, Green Heat and Business Energy Rebates. These analyses are in sections titled "Marke...
AI summary The document discusses the integration of market indicator analyses for three program components—Instant Savings, Green Heat, and Business Energy Rebates—by ENS. It also mentions ENS's agreement to consider the inclusion of non-utility climate mitigation benefits in evaluation reports.
emissions from ENS's DSM work in its 2017 evaluation reports. ENS and the Advisory Group should consider initiating discussion with the province and climate Consideration Not ENS appreciates this consideration. At this time, however, it is...
AI summary ENS and the Advisory Group are advised to consider discussing DSM and climate adaptation with the province and climate adaptation advocates, particularly in new construction. ENS notes that addressing climate adaptation is beyond the scope of the current Supply Agreement with EfficiencyOne and would act upon direction from the UARB.
DSM and climate adaptation with the appropriate authorities.
AI summary The text briefly mentions DSM (Demand Side Management) and climate adaptation, indicating a potential connection between energy efficiency programs and broader climate strategies. However, the content is minimal and lacks detailed discussion or context.
For A-type LEDs, the 2017 Instant Savings Program Evaluation ENS should consider the costs and Instant-SV-R1 Complete ENS appreciates this consideration and discussed it with the Verification Complete benefits of using a market transformat...
AI summary The 2017 Instant Savings Program Evaluation by ENS should consider a market transformation paradigm for A-type LEDs instead of a resource acquisition approach. This includes analyzing market effects, developing an S-curve, and discussing future monitoring of market impacts.
continue monitoring key market indicators for MSHPs moving forward. Attachment 1, Table 4, 2013-2015 Verification Recommendations Efficiency Nova Scotia - 2017 DSM Annual Progress Report Date Filed: March 29, 2018 Date Filed: May 30, 2018...
AI summary The text references a 2017 DSM Annual Progress Report by Efficiency Nova Scotia and mentions the need to continue monitoring key market indicators for MSHPs. It includes a table of verification recommendations and a filing date of May 30, 2018.
Table 4 Attachment 1, Page 19 of 20 Update on Implementation of 2016 Verification Recommendations Expected Recommendation Text Source Status Comments Period of Completion ENS should consider meeting with the appropriate provincial agency a...
AI summary The text discusses a recommendation for ENS to engage with provincial agencies and environmental advocates to address the intersection of DSM with climate adaptation in new construction and major renovation projects. ENS acknowledges the recommendation but notes that addressing climate adaptation is beyond the scope of the UARB-approved Supply Agreement.
energy efficiency and conservation services between NSPI and EfficiencyOne. Upon being given direction from the UARB, ENS would take further steps toward initiating discussions on DSM and climate adaptation with the appropriate authorities.
AI summary The text discusses the initiation of energy efficiency and conservation services between NSPI and EfficiencyOne, with ENS being directed by the UARB to engage in discussions on DSM and climate adaptation with relevant authorities.
ENS should consider the benefits and costs of structuring the 2017 evaluation for the LED measures Business Energy Complete ENS appreciates this consideration and discussed it with the Verification Complete for Business Energy Rebates as a...
AI summary ENS considered restructuring the 2017 evaluation of LED measures for Business Energy Rebates as a market transformation evaluation instead of a resource acquisition evaluation. This approach included additional market indicator analyses and a technology diffusion illustration in the evaluation report.
continue monitoring key market indicators for LEDs moving forward. ENS should consider meeting with the appropriate provincial agency and with climate adaptation Custom-SV-R1 Not ENS appreciates this recommendation. At this time, however,...
AI summary ENS is advised to engage with provincial agencies and climate adaptation advocates to explore the overlap between DSM and climate adaptation, particularly for new construction and major renovations. However, ENS notes that addressing climate adaptation is beyond the scope of the UARB-approved Supply Agreement with EfficiencyOne.
Date Filed: March 29, 2018 EfficiencyOne – 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan M08604 (E-ENS-R-18) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-18: 2 3 Regarding Direct Installation program proposed for...
AI summary EfficiencyOne is responding to questions about its 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan, specifically regarding the inclusion of the Affordable Multifamily Housing Pilot in the Direct Installation category and whether additional programs beyond the Small Business Energy Solutions (SBES) program will be offered.
NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-19: 2 3 Regarding the Direct Installation (SBES) program in 2019 DSM plan: 4 a) Is EfficiencyOne proposing any changes, both in terms of measures offering and 5 marketing and program delivery, in 2019 as compa...
AI summary EfficiencyOne is not proposing changes to the 2019 Direct Installation (SBES) program compared to 2017 or 2018. They will continue to assess results and best practices for future adjustments. They do not set separate participation targets for audit versus do-it-yourself options in the SBES program.
NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 c) While EfficiencyOne continues to diversify its energy savings, it does not set measure- 2 level savings targets. For a breakout of claimed savings by measure please see the 2017 3 Direct Installation DSM Evaluation Re...
AI summary EfficiencyOne is diversifying energy savings but does not set measure-level savings targets. The 2017 Direct Installation DSM Evaluation Report provides a breakdown of claimed savings by measure. Non-residential lighting measures require financial support due to higher costs compared to residential options like A-series LED lamps, and small businesses still need assistance for cost-effective lighting upgrades.
-effective lighting upgrades. Feedback from 23 stakeholders such as distributors and end-use customers indicates that LED lighting 24 still represents a large opportunity for cost-effective energy savings. EfficiencyOne 25 believes that un...
AI summary EfficiencyOne highlights the importance of distinguishing between residential and non-residential lighting to ensure that efficiency measures for small business customers are not prematurely removed, based on stakeholder feedback indicating significant potential for cost-effective energy savings through LED lighting upgrades.
E1 (SBA) IR-19 Page 2 of 2 EfficiencyOne – 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan M08604 (E-ENS-R-18) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate
AI summary The document outlines EfficiencyOne's responses to the Small Business Advocate regarding the 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan M08604 (E-ENS-R-18). It discusses EfficiencyOne's approach to DSM programs and their impact on small businesses.
NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-20: 2 3 Regarding the proposed demand reduction pilots proposed under Enabling Strategies in 4 2019 DSM Resource Plan (EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan Filing – Evidence, Page 16 of 23, 5 Line 12 – 14), please prov...
AI summary The response to Request IR-20 addresses proposed demand reduction pilots under the 2019 DSM Resource Plan. EfficiencyOne has not estimated peak load reductions or included system-coincident demand savings in its performance targets. The pilot programs aim to identify optimal delivery techniques and understand their impact on customer load shapes, rather than focus on immediate economic or load reduction metrics.
es. These objectives will better 26 position EfficiencyOne to propose future demand reduction activities and allow 27 EfficiencyOne to determine more reliable economic estimates associated with such 28 programs. 29 Date Filed: May 30, 2018...
AI summary EfficiencyOne aims to improve its ability to propose future demand reduction activities and provide more reliable economic estimates for such programs, as outlined in its 2019 DSM Resource Plan.
E1 (SBA) IR-20 Page 1 of 4 EfficiencyOne – 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan M08604 (E-ENS-R-18) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate
AI summary This document outlines EfficiencyOne's responses to the Small Business Advocate regarding the 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan M08604 (E-ENS-R-18). It addresses concerns and provides feedback on the DSM plan's implementation and impact on small businesses.
NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 b) As EfficiencyOne did not have the requested information, it contacted NS Power, 2 which provided the following response: 3 4 Peak demand reduction was addressed in the following items: 5 • Power Shift Atlantic – pilot...
AI summary EfficiencyOne requested information on peak demand reduction initiatives, and NS Power provided details on various programs such as Power Shift Atlantic, Smart Grid/Battery storage, and Critical Peak Pricing. NS Power also mentioned future rate structures and demand response strategies.
customer behavioural 26 response, or potentially automated solutions in the case of larger customers. 27 Nevertheless, the customer’s response to these pricing signals is discretionary. Critical 1 M08349, N-1, Application – Redacted, Filed...
AI summary The text discusses customer behavioral response to pricing signals and mentions EfficiencyOne's 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan, referencing a regulatory proceeding and related filings. It highlights the discretionary nature of customer responses, particularly for larger customers.
E1 (SBA) IR-20 Page 2 of 4 EfficiencyOne – 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan M08604 (E-ENS-R-18) E1 Responses to Small Business Advocate
AI summary This document outlines EfficiencyOne's responses to the Small Business Advocate regarding the 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan M08604 (E-ENS-R-18). It provides insights into how EfficiencyOne addressed concerns related to small business energy support programs.
NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Peak Pricing or Peak Time Rebates aim to reduce system-coincident peak demand at 2 critical periods throughout the year, while general time-of-use rates aim to shift 3 customer energy consumption to different times of th...
AI summary The text discusses rate-based solutions like Peak Pricing and Peak Time Rebates, which aim to reduce peak demand, and contrasts them with EfficiencyOne’s demand reduction pilot options that use technology. It also highlights the role of Home Area Networks (HANs) in facilitating demand response and enabling demand reduction measures.
ity to use the ETS system to charge during 23 periods of high wind production, or allow the ETS unit to provide ancillary services to 24 the grid, such as frequency regulation. 25 26 None of the demand response activities, discussed by NS...
AI summary The document discusses the availability of technologies for demand reduction pilot options, including ETS systems, which are commercially mature and do not interfere with the 2019 DSM Resource Plan. EfficiencyOne confirms that all necessary technologies are available.
NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-21: 2 3 Regarding the Rate and Bill Impact Analysis (RBIA) analysis included in Appendix C of 4 EfficiencyOne 2019 DSM Plan Filing: 5 a) What is the present value of the benefits to the participants of the DSM...
AI summary The response to Request IR-21 outlines the present value of benefits from the 2019 DSM Plan, the impact of the plan on avoided costs and lost revenues, and how changes in DSM measures affect the RBIA analysis. Key figures include $197 million in benefits and the explanation that non-participants do not influence avoided costs.
28 at the rate class level, as opposed to the program, project, or measure level. Changes 29 in rate class total expenditures, savings, or participation rates would potentially have 30 an impact on the average rate and bill impacts. For ex...
AI summary EfficiencyOne discusses how changes in rate class expenditures, savings, and participation rates can impact average rates and bill impacts. It notes that scaling programs proportionally has minimal effect on these impacts, and that historical RBIA reports are based on actual measure delivery mixes.