Topic:"Efficiency Nova Scotia Corporation Act" in M06733

2012 Executive Summary Recommendations The Evaluator noticed that four of the five recommendations were implemented by ENSC and allowed for overall program improvement. The only recommendation that was not implemented is the one requesting...

AI summary The Evaluator noted that four of five recommendations were implemented by ENSC, leading to program improvements. The unimplemented recommendation involved documenting the AIR MILES approach. The removal of CFLs and changes to refrigerator and washer eligibility were made based on recommendations to improve energy efficiency and market penetration.

Table 19: Web-based Component Evaluation Results for 2013 – Total Gross Energy Savings Ca f Pr du te t g or o o c y En er g y f f ic ie t e n D is hw he as r En er g y f f ic ie t e n Ro A ir om d i t io co n ne r In la te su W in do i t h...

AI summary Table 19 presents the evaluation results for web-based components in 2013, focusing on total gross energy savings across various categories. All categories show a consistent value of 1.100, suggesting uniform performance metrics across the evaluated components.

CONCLUSION The 2014 evaluation of Custom Retrofit demonstrated that most of the recommendations made in previous evaluations have been implemented. The Evaluator commends ENSC on its efforts in improving and optimizing Custom Retrofit. Amo...

AI summary The 2014 evaluation of Custom Retrofit showed that most previous recommendations were implemented, with improvements in project documentation and a shift of simple lighting projects to prescriptive programs. The evaluation found that 100 projects completed in 2014 generated good electrical savings. Savings were calculated using on-site visits and technical documentation, and the verification process was found to be thorough. Free-ridership increased slightly, but no internal spillover was detected. Participant satisfaction with the program remained high.

2.0 BACKGROUND - [6] The Board considers it useful to set out some of the background of DSM in Nova Scotia to provide some context for this Decision. - [7] For a number of years prior to 2010, NSPI included requests for approval of spendin...

AI summary The document outlines the transition of demand-side management (DSM) in Nova Scotia from NSPI to Efficiency Nova Scotia Corporation (ENSC) under the Efficiency Nova Scotia Corporation Act. The Board oversaw this transition, requiring approval for ENSC's programs and cost allocations. The 2014 EECR Act amended the PUA and repealed the ENSC Act, redefining electricity efficiency and conservation activities.

27. SURVIVAL 27.1 Subject to the provisions of the Act, all provisions of this Agreement which by their express terms or nature are continuing shall survive the expiration or termination of this Agreement, including, without limitation, th...

AI summary This section outlines that certain provisions of the agreement will continue to be effective even after the agreement's expiration or termination, including provisions related to the EECA Plan, confidentiality, indemnity, and intellectual property.

The figure below identifies the scope of savings (3-year Cumulative Annual Net Energy and Net Peak Demand Savings) associated with carrying out EECAs over the Term. Cumulative Annual Net Cumulative Annual Net Peak Energy Savings at Generat...

AI summary The text outlines the expected savings from implementing the Electricity Efficiency and Conservation Act (EECA) over a three-year period, including cumulative annual net energy and peak demand savings. These targets are to be achieved through the EECA Plan and a Consensus Agreement adopted by the Board.

UNDERTAKING AGREE TO IN THE OUT POWER I ABIDE AND AM BOUND BY THE TERMS CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENT DATED BETWEEN EFFICIENCYONE AND INCORPORATED. AND , HAVE READ SET AND CONDITIONS THEDAY OF NOVA SCOTIA of the day Dated 2014. Witness Name: R...

AI summary This document outlines an undertaking agreement between EfficiencyOne and Nova Scotia Power Incorporated, dated 2014, concerning confidentiality terms. The agreement is part of a broader regulatory context involving energy efficiency and conservation.

2.0 BACKGROUND - [6] The Board considers it useful to set out some of the background of DSM in Nova Scotia to provide some context for this Decision. - [7] For a number of years prior to 2010, NSPI included requests for approval of spendin...

AI summary The document outlines the transition of DSM administration in Nova Scotia from NSPI to ENSC, established under the ENSC Act. The Board required approval for ENSC's programs and cost allocations, with oversight mandated by the EECR Act (2014), which amended the PUA and repealed the ENSC Act, reshaping DSM governance.

- October 1, 2010 – December 31, 2014 - The responsibility and accountability for DSM administration was transferred from NSPI to ENSC - effective October 1, 2010. ENSC was an independent non-profit company that received funding both - fro...

AI summary The responsibility for DSM administration was transferred from NSPI to ENSC in 2010. ENSC was funded by ratepayers and the Nova Scotia government. In 2015, ENSC ceased to provide DSM, and the Efficiency Nova Scotia franchise was created and awarded to a new provider for a 9-year term from 2016 to 2024.

- As of January 1, 2015, NSPI is required by regulation to undertake cost-effective electricity efficiency and conservation activities that are reasonably available in an effort to reduce costs for its customers. As the franchise holder, E...

AI summary As of January 1, 2015, NSPI is required to undertake cost-effective electricity efficiency and conservation activities, administered by E1 under a contractual agreement approved by the UARB. The 2015 transition year had a spending cap of $35 million, with a specific 8-year amortization period. E1 and NSPI have not reached agreement on the Supply Agreement and have applied to the UARB for a decision.