Topic:"Efficiency Preferred Partner" in M10473

4.1.4 PERFORMANCE INDICATORS - 19 Performance indicators for the Residential Efficient Product Rebates program are provided in Table 20, - 20 below. 21 29 30

AI summary The section discusses performance indicators for the Residential Efficient Product Rebates program, which are detailed in Table 20. The text references specific table numbers but does not provide further details on the indicators themselves.

- 1 Annual avoided costs of energy and capacity and annual avoided $CO_2e$ were provided by NS Power, from the 2020 IRP using the - 2 Base level of DSM for Scenario 2.0C. Avoided costs of transmission and distribution were provided by NS P...

AI summary The text discusses avoided costs of energy, capacity, and CO2e from NS Power's 2020 IRP and 2021 transmission and distribution costs. It also includes metrics on program participation, such as the number of rebated products and completed upgrades through various energy efficiency initiatives.

7.2.3.3 PARTNERSHIP DEVELOPMENT - Partnership development activities focus on growing and developing the EPP network to improve access to energy efficiency products and contractors. The EPP network builds relationships with various organiz...

AI summary This section outlines partnership development activities aimed at expanding the EPP network, improving access to energy efficiency products, and supporting the growth of the energy efficiency industry through recruitment, training, and strategic partnerships. Goals include increasing network members, ensuring quality service, and promoting youth engagement in the sector.

Site Visits The Evaluator performed a total of 106 on-site visits during the summer and fall of 2021. For Business Energy Rebates, the objective of on-site visits was to collect data to establish or validate some of the parameters used in...

AI summary The Evaluator conducted 106 on-site visits in 2021 to validate data and parameters for various programs, including Business Energy Rebates, Affordable Multifamily Housing, and Efficient Product Installation. These visits aimed to ensure accuracy in savings calculations and model simulations.

Unitary Savings Review The Evaluator reviewed the unitary savings values of refrigerators and freezers to account for the evolving mix of manufacture year-class and average unit size, then updated the 2020-2022 Measure Assessment 4 accordi...

AI summary The Evaluator reviewed unitary savings values of refrigerators and freezers, considering changes in manufacturing year-class and average unit size, and updated the 2020-2022 Measure Assessment accordingly. The assessment provides details on energy and peak demand savings for EOne's DSM program portfolio.

2021 Instant Savings-Finding: Instant Savings net electrical energy savings and peak demand savings surpassed the targets. Instant Savings achieved 14.314 GWh in net electrical energy savings and 1.629 MW in net peak demand savings at the...

AI summary In 2021, the Instant Savings program exceeded its energy and peak demand savings targets, driven by increased participation in controls and appliance categories. Despite challenges from the pandemic, participation remained high, with non-lighting products contributing the majority of gross savings. Retailers reported high satisfaction with the program and its delivery.

HEA Findings and Recommendations This section presents the key findings and recommendations from the HEA evaluation. 2021 HEA-Finding: HEA net electrical energy and peak demand savings fell short of targets. As outlined in [Figure](#page-7...

AI summary The 2021 HEA evaluation found that net electrical energy and peak demand savings fell short of targets by 37% and 40%, respectively. Savings per home decreased, though the rate of decline slowed. The tracking sheet has become more complex, increasing the risk of calculation errors. A recommendation is made to update and simplify the tracking sheet for the next evaluation.

11.2 Follow-up on Past Evaluation Report Recommendations The Evaluator evaluated EPI in previous years and issued improvement recommendations. [Table](#page-151-2) 45 provides a summary of the implementation status of each recommendation p...

AI summary The document discusses the follow-up on past evaluation report recommendations for the Efficient Product Installation (EPI) program. It mentions that a market evaluation for EPI was deferred to 2022 and provides a table summarizing the implementation status of these recommendations.

13 EPI PARTICIPANT PERSPECTIVES A survey with 100 participating households was conducted as part of the EPI evaluation. Surveyed participants were asked questions regarding their awareness, motivations for participating, satisfaction and c...

AI summary A survey of 100 EPI participants revealed high satisfaction with the program, with motivations primarily centered on energy cost savings. Most participants were informed through word-of-mouth or social media, and overall satisfaction averaged 8.7 on a 10-point scale. Participants were generally satisfied with the installer, information provided, and service quality. A small percentage suggested improvements in information dissemination and product variety.

Table 47: 2021 EPI Product Installation Rates Product Installation Rate Applied to Gross Savings Margin of Error Source LED Lamps 94% 2.1% 2021 EPI on-site visits LED Nightlights 94% 2.1% 2021 EPI on-site visits Faucet Aerators 85% 6.8% 20...

AI summary Table 47 presents 2021 EPI product installation rates, including installation rates and margins of error for various energy-efficient products. The data is sourced from EPI on-site visits and assumptions made for products with higher margins of error.

Table 57: 2021 EPI Net-to-gross Ratios by Product Category LED Lamps Low-flow Showerheads Other Products Non-low income Participants Low-income Participants Non-low income Participants Low-income Participants Non-low income Participants Lo...

AI summary Table 57 presents the 2021 Net-to-gross Ratios (NTGR) for the Efficient Product Installation (EPI) program by product category and participant type. The table shows that low-income participants had higher NTGR values for LED lamps and other products, while non-low-income participants had a higher proportion of gross savings. A footnote explains that 2019 owner values were used for comparison due to lack of differentiation between owners and tenants in 2021.

15 EPI KEY FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS As mentioned previously, the main objectives of the 2021 EPI evaluation were as follows: › Calculate gross and net EPI results, namely electrical first-year and lifetime energy savings, peak demand s...

AI summary The 2021 EPI evaluation found that net electrical energy and peak demand savings fell short of targets, with savings per participant decreasing due to fewer LED lamp installations. The lighting market's evolution is a key challenge for maintaining savings, and adjusted installation rates led to a 2% decrease in gross evaluated energy savings.

4.2 Gross Savings Gross savings refer to changes in energy consumption resulting from actions taken by participants regardless of their reasons for participating. 7 For each Mail-in project, EOne tracks annual gross savings using the equat...

AI summary Gross savings are changes in energy consumption from participant actions. EOne uses the CIRx Screening Tool to track annual gross savings for Mail-in projects, except for the 2021 horticultural lighting measure, which used EOne-proposed assumptions. The Evaluator recommends reviewing and updating the tool for future evaluations.

Table 3: Verification of 2021 Mail-in Savings Compilation Service Result Valid Equation? (Y/N) If Not, Action Taken by the Evaluator Gross Energy Savings at the Generator Y N/A Gross Peak Demand Savings at the Generator Y N/A Net Energy Sa...

AI summary Table 3 verifies the 2021 mail-in savings compilation. It indicates that gross energy and peak demand savings were valid, but net energy and peak demand savings had inconsistencies. The evaluator corrected the net results due to discrepancies in the NTGR value used.

Sampling Methodology The 2021 Business Energy Rebates (BER) sample covered 40 lighting projects. The sampling plan was developed based on the October 2021 tracking sheet that included all completed projects to date. The tracking sheet cont...

AI summary The 2021 Business Energy Rebates (BER) sample included 40 lighting projects selected based on size and industry best practices. The sample was drawn from 134 completed projects tracked in an October 2021 tracking sheet, ensuring proportional representation of larger projects.

Table 1: Verification of 2021 Instant Rebates Data Field Completeness and Accuracy – Lighting Data Fields Complete (Y/N/Partial) Consistent with Previous Evaluation If Incomplete or Inconsistent, Action Taken by the Evaluator Data for Each...

AI summary This table verifies the completeness and accuracy of data fields related to 2021 instant rebates for lighting. Issues were identified with wattage baseline, hours of operation, and energy savings calculations, which were corrected based on 2020 evaluation standards.

Table 39: Evaluated 2021 EMIS Gross Energy and Peak Demand Savings 82 Table 40: Evaluated 2021 EMIS GHG Emission Reductions83 Table 41: Comparison of 2021 EMIS Tracked and Evaluated Savings at the Generator84 Table 42: Implementation Statu...

AI summary The text presents a list of tables and figures from a regulatory proceeding document, focusing on energy management and efficiency programs. Tables evaluate energy savings, GHG emissions, and program implementation status, while figures illustrate program performance, participant satisfaction, and participation trends over time.

Retrofit Key Findings and Recommendations 2021 Retrofit-Finding: The pay-for-performance projects reviewed by the Evaluator included an excellent client-led M&V approach that required almost no adjustments, had a free-ridership level of ze...

AI summary The 2021 Retrofit evaluation found that a structured pay-for-performance approach in Retrofit, Building Optimization, and Operational Demand Savings programs led to minimal adjustments, zero free-ridership, and high customer satisfaction. It also noted that solar PV and compressed air leak repair projects used a quasi-prescriptive M&V approach, which is suitable for these project types but requires clear distinctions from traditional custom projects to avoid confusion and ensure accurate evaluation.

[Table](#page-35-1) 6 summarizes the adjustment ratios for the 2021 evaluation. Energy Savings Peak Demand Savings SBES Path Overall Adjustment Ratio Margin of Error Overall Adjustment Ratio Audit 0.925 5.67% 1.000 DIY 0.972 8.39% 1.000 CD...

AI summary Table 6 summarizes the adjustment ratios for the 2021 evaluation of the Small Business Energy Solutions (SBES) program, including energy savings and peak demand savings for various paths such as Audit, DIY, and CDI Pilot for different products.

Summary Table 34 presents a summary of the values used to calculate faucet aerator savings. The detailed methodology follows. & lt;sup>59 Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission, Technical Reference Manual , State of Pennsylvania, June 2013...

AI summary Table 34 summarizes values used to calculate faucet aerator savings, with methodology details provided. The proportion of electrical water heating is based on EPI tracking sheet data, as NRCan's published proportions are inconsistent and lower than EPI data.

Table 164: EUL Values and Sources for Non-LED Lighting Residential Measures Measure Name Program Component EUL Value Source Lighting Dimmer Switches Instant Savings 10 IESO PMA List, 2019 (Value for dimmer switches) Motion Sensors Instant...

AI summary Table 164 lists energy usage values and sources for various non-LED lighting and residential measures, such as dimmer switches, motion sensors, and water heating solutions. Each measure is associated with a program component and includes a source citation for the energy usage value.

E1 Responses to Consumer Advocate (CA) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL Residential Program Component Minimum Efficiency Level for Eligibility • This is a point-of-sale rebate program where E1 determines which products receive rebates...

AI summary E1 provides responses to the Consumer Advocate's information requests regarding residential energy efficiency programs. The table outlines eligibility criteria for various programs, including minimum efficiency requirements, direct installation, and specific measures supported. Notably, the Mi'kmaw Home Energy Efficiency Project and Residential Behaviour programs do not require minimum efficiency levels.

hat there are still opportunities to realize savings from lighting offerings, albeit at a lower level (Exh. DPU-Comm 2-4). For measures that have historically been offered by the Program Administrators and have remaining energy savings opp...

AI summary The Department finds that Program Administrators should not discontinue offering lighting measures to all residential customers, despite some customer segments having lower participation rates. The Program Administrators plan to increase outreach but terminated lighting measures before assessing remaining savings opportunities.

onversion of VEMP to a self-sustaining enterprise operation and to create a plan to centralize energy management across state facilities to seek out economies of scale and greater energy efficiencies. Governor McAuliffe issued Executive Or...

AI summary The text discusses the conversion of the Virginia Energy Management Program (VEMP) into a self-sustaining enterprise and the centralization of energy management across state facilities to achieve economies of scale and energy efficiency. It also references Executive Order 31 issued by Governor McAuliffe, which promotes energy efficiency measures, including Energy Performance Contracting (EPC), and highlights investments in EPCs and the role of various organizations in advancing clean energy technologies and research.

5.1.4.1 LOW-INCOME PERFORMANCE INDICATORS Low-income performance indicators for the BNI Efficient Product Rebate program are provided in Table 41, 2 3 below. 1 4 8 9 11 12 13 15 16

AI summary The text references low-income performance indicators for the BNI Efficient Product Rebate program, as outlined in Table 41. It highlights metrics related to the program's effectiveness in serving low-income households.

1 5.1.4.1 LOW-INCOME PERFORMANCE INDICATORS Low-income performance indicators for the BNI Efficient Product Rebate program are provided in Table 41, 2 3 below. 4

AI summary The document provides low-income performance indicators for the BNI Efficient Product Rebate program, as outlined in Table 41.