Topic:"Efficiency Preferred Partner" in M08604

continues to explore the option of merging the two offerings. Add the following EMIS related terms to the Definitions (p. iii); Baseline regression, Projected baseline, EMIS-SV-R2 Complete ENS agrees with this recommendation. The Evaluator...

AI summary The document discusses the need to update EMIS-related definitions in the Definitions section, including terms like baseline regression, projected baseline, adjusted baseline, cumulative EMIS/EMIS savings, and incremental EMIS/EMIS savings. ENS agrees with the recommendation, noting that the Evaluator's definitions align with the 2017 Custom Incentives (EMIS) evaluation report, though there are minor differences with the Verification Consultant's terms.

in the Verification Consultant's Recommendation EMIS-SV- 2. One way to more clearly communicate the approach is to show the results for each step and each EMIS-SV-3 Complete ENS agrees with this recommendation. To help communicate results...

AI summary The Verification Consultant recommends including a detailed table in the 2017 Custom Incentives (EMIS) evaluation report to clearly communicate the methodology and results of energy savings. The table should include columns such as projected baseline, adjustments, actual energy usage, and incremental savings. ENS agrees with the recommendation, and the Evaluator added summary tables to the report.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 document outlines various energy efficiency programs, including residential and business rebate initiatives, home energy assessments, and strategic energy management. It highlights the Custom Incentives Program and the Strategic Energy Management (SEM) cohort, noting that the process evaluation focuses on the Retrofit service of the Custom program.

Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report 4 SBES IMPACT EVALUATION The objective of the 2017 SBES impact evaluation is to determine the gross and net electrical energy and peak demand savings. This section discusses the gross and n...

AI summary The 2017 SBES impact evaluation assesses gross and net energy and peak demand savings from the Small Business Energy Solutions program. Five site visits were conducted with three SBEA companies, using an updated audit protocol that categorizes projects and auditors into three tiers based on complexity.

0% 12 100% 90% Efficient Products (Residential) 13 Participation Rate (% of Eligible Customers) 90% 14 80% Existing Residential 80% 15 70%

AI summary The text presents participation rates for the Efficient Products (Residential) program and the Existing Residential program, showing a participation rate of 90% for both programs.

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AI summary The table presents data related to the Efficient Products (Residential) program, including columns labeled 'New,' 'Total,' and 'Participants.' The data includes numerical values, potentially representing program participation or performance metrics.

n August 1, 2018 and November 20, 2017 non- electric homes were included in the program. Incentive amounts for heat pumps were changed, and qualifying efficiency levels for some equipment were raised. The Process and Market evaluation foun...

AI summary The document discusses changes to the heat pump incentive program, including the removal of a pre-approval step, which has raised concerns about customer knowledge and equipment selection. Econoler conducted evaluations and billing analyses to assess savings values and free-ridership, and recommends further studies for the next DSM cycle.

2015 Evaluation Improve the internal review procedure for savings calculations of both BER BER-R1 Complete ENS agrees with this recommendation. ENS modified the participant Complete Mail-in and Instant Rebates. In 2015, the Evaluator appli...

AI summary In 2015, the Evaluator identified significant data entry errors and inconsistencies in the BER Mail-in and Instant Rebates programs, leading to large adjustments in savings calculations. ENS implemented new procedures to address these issues, including updated baseline wattages and ballast factors. Additional quality control steps are recommended to ensure accurate savings calculations.

Comments Completion Date Establish clear objectives for Building Optimization. The Building Optimization projects 2017 Custom-R3 In Progress ENS agrees with this recommendation. ENS is updating program documents 2018 reviewed this year dif...

AI summary The Building Optimization projects reviewed in 2017 varied widely in scope, with some involving detailed energy-saving investigations and others limited to equipment repairs. ENS agrees with the recommendation to establish clear objectives and eligibility criteria to better screen projects and ensure appropriate support, such as involving specialized consultants for retrocommissioning when needed.

5.2 32.5 380.3 5.1 0.160 0.014 62,339 17,900 21.2 Business, Nonprofit, and Institutional Programs Custom Incentives 6.1 34.3 427.2 3.6 0.176 0.014 35,761 147 22.4 Custom 5.3 30.1 414.8 3.2 0.176 0.013 not avail. not avail. 19.6 Energy Mana...

AI summary The text presents a table with numerical data related to business, nonprofit, and institutional programs, including custom incentives, energy management systems, and strategic energy management. It includes metrics such as participation numbers, costs, and program effectiveness.