E-22014 Electricity Demand Side Management Plan Evaluation Reports
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Codes and Standards For Codes and Standards, the evaluation has estimated the impact in terms of energy and peak demand savings to be achieved by introducing new regulations into the Nova Scotia market for the products targeted by federal...
AI summary The evaluation of Codes and Standards in Nova Scotia estimates energy and peak demand savings from new regulations, including increased stringency on minimum energy performance standards (MEPS). The Evaluator modified its methodology by interviewing Natural Resources Canada and industry associations to obtain reliable market size data, leading to an estimated savings of 31.433 GWh and 5.164 MW.
Table 19: Recommendations for Custom New Construction No. Recommendations NC-R2. Adopt the National Energy Code for Buildings (NECB) 2011 as a baseline for all new projects in 2015. The literature review conducted as part of 2013 evaluatio...
AI summary The document recommends adopting the National Energy Code for Buildings (NECB) 2011 as a baseline for new construction projects in Nova Scotia starting in 2015, citing the need for more stringent standards and alignment with current enforcement practices.
a. The program financial incentives and/or on-bill financing ___ Response ___ Don't Know ___ Refused - [STATE IF ASKED WHAT 'ON-BILL FINANCING' IS: Efficiency Nova Scotia's Custom Program offers the opportunity for qualified participant to...
AI summary The text discusses program financial incentives and on-bill financing, technical assistance provided during project implementation, and the existing energy efficiency code. It also references the Custom Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia and includes questions about corporate policies and industry practices.
This Appendix presents all recommendations made by the Evaluator throughout the report as well as the sections from which the recommendations originated. Sections Recommendations 2 Adopt the National Energy Code for Buildings (NECB) 2011 a...
AI summary The Evaluator recommends updating the baseline for calculating energy savings from new construction projects to the National Energy Code for Buildings (NECB) 2011, citing its adoption in Nova Scotia and more stringent standards in other jurisdictions. The eligibility criteria for Custom NC should also be adjusted accordingly.
Table 32: Energy Savings Associated with the Introduction of the Large Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps Regulation in the Nova Scotia Market 24 Table 33: Peak Demand Savings Associated with the Introduction of the Large Air Conditioners and...
AI summary The document contains a series of tables that outline energy savings and peak demand reductions associated with various regulations and standards introduced in Nova Scotia, including regulations on air conditioners, heat pumps, standby power products, external power supplies, light bulbs, and building codes. These tables provide data on market sizes, impacted portions, unitary savings values, and overall energy savings.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY This report presents the results of the 2014 impact evaluation of Codes & Standards (C&S). The 2014 evaluation was based on interviews with Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), Statistics Canada's secondary data research and...
AI summary This report evaluates the impact of Codes & Standards (C&S) in 2014, drawing on interviews with Natural Resources Canada, Statistics Canada, and industry associations, as well as the Canadian Standards Association.
Context and Background In order to improve the efficiency of energy-using products sold in Canada, NRCan has been implementing "regulated minimum energy efficiency standards through amendments to the Energy Efficiency Regulations ."1 As pa...
AI summary This section outlines the implementation of regulated minimum energy efficiency standards in Canada through amendments to the Energy Efficiency Regulations , as part of the Clean Air Regulatory Agenda established in 2006. These amendments aim to increase the stringency and scope of existing standards and introduce new ones.
Environment Canada. Clean Air Regulatory Agenda: Backgrounder, http://www.ec.gc.ca/default.asp?lang=En&n=56D4043B-1&news=295B1964-9737-4F80-B064-B3088D9910BE, October 28, 2011. 3 Office of Energy Efficiency. Publication of Regulations Amen...
AI summary The text references amendments to Canada's Energy Efficiency Regulations, specifically Amendment 12b, which revised the Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) for general service incandescent lamps, effective December 31, 2013.
Table 2: Products Targeted by Amendment 12b 5 Products Existing MEPS prior to Amendment 12b Reference Standard Incandescent light bulbs (75 watts and 100 watts) No CAN/CSA C862-09 In addition to these products, Nova Scotia decided on its o...
AI summary Nova Scotia has implemented Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) for incandescent light bulbs and voluntarily enforced MEPS for street lights and an Energy Code for residential and small commercial buildings, making it the first province in Canada to require LED roadway lights.
Key Findings The evaluation has estimated the impact in terms of energy and peak demand savings to be achieved by introducing new regulations into the Nova Scotia market for the products targeted by federal Amendment 11, Amendment 12b and...
AI summary The evaluation estimates energy and peak demand savings from new regulations targeting products under federal Amendments 11 and 12b and provincial MEPS regulations with increased stringency and scope. Final savings are detailed in Table 4.
RECOMMENDATIONS Based on international experience and our own, evaluating the energy impact of regulations or policies is usually more difficult than calculating the impact of a DSM program, which has a list of participants and a range of...
AI summary The document discusses the challenges of evaluating the energy impact of regulations and policies compared to DSM programs, emphasizing the importance of industry associations in collecting up-to-date market data for accurate C&S impact evaluations.
1 CONTEXT AND BACKGROUND In order to improve the efficiency of energy-using products sold in Canada, NRCan has been implementing "regulated minimum energy efficiency standards through amendments to the Energy Efficiency Regulations ."8 As...
AI summary The document discusses the implementation of regulated minimum energy efficiency standards in Canada through amendments to the Energy Efficiency Regulations, as part of the Clean Air Regulatory Agenda. Amendment 11, published in 2011, increased the stringency and scope of existing standards and introduced new ones, which came into force in 2012.
Table 5: Products Targeted by Amendment 11 12 Products Existing MEPS prior to Amendment 11 Reference Code Electric motors Yes CAN/CSA 390-10 Residential gas boilers Yes CSA P.2-07 Residential oil boilers Yes CSA P.2-07 Dry-type transformer...
AI summary Table 5 lists products targeted by Amendment 11, showing which items have existing MEPS (Minimum Energy Performance Standards) and the reference codes associated with them. Some products, such as standby for electronic products and external power supplies, do not have existing MEPS.
http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/corporate/13752, October 26, 2011. 9 Environment Canada. Clean Air Regulatory Agenda: Backgrounder, http://www.ec.gc.ca/default.asp?lang=En&n=56D4043B-1&news=295B1964-9737-4F80-B064-B3088D9910BE, October 28, 2011. 10...
AI summary The document references amendments to Canada's Energy Efficiency Regulations, specifically focusing on the revision of Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) for general service incandescent lamps, which came into effect on December 31, 2013.
Table 6: Products Targeted by Amendment 12b13 Products Existing MEPS Prior to Amendment 12b Reference Standard Incandescent Light Bulbs (75 watts and 100 watts) No CAN/CSA C862-09 In addition to these products, Nova Scotia decided to enfor...
AI summary Nova Scotia is enforcing new Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) for incandescent light bulbs and street lights, as well as an Energy Code for houses and small buildings. The province is the first in Canada to mandate LED street lights as a minimum requirement.
Table 8: Methodology Used to Estimate Market Sizes Method to Estimate Total Shipments to Canada or Atlantic Region Method to Estimate Shipments to Nova Scotia List of Products Industry associations Database for 2014 in units or in dollar a...
AI summary Table 8 outlines the methodologies used to estimate market sizes for various products in Canada and Nova Scotia. It includes methods from industry associations and Statistics Canada's trade database, with specific products like incandescent lamps and LED street lighting having unique approaches.
2.3.3 Interviews with Associations and Regulators From early December to end of January, representatives from associations were instrumental in numerous exchanges by explaining the data, confirming its reliability and indicating how best t...
AI summary Interviews with associations and regulators from early December to the end of January were conducted to explain data, confirm its reliability, and provide insights on its use. Regulators such as NRCan and CSA were interviewed to understand energy savings, market activity, and compliance issues related to LED street lighting and building codes.
2.3.4 Analysis Once all interviews were completed and data was collected, market size estimates were developed. Once the market size for each product category and the portion of the market impacted by the regulations was determined, it was...
AI summary The analysis estimates the impact of new regulations on market size in Nova Scotia, distinguishing savings from C&S (Codes & Standards) and ENSC (Efficiency Nova Scotia) programs. It ensures no overlap between savings from these sources, emphasizing that C&S savings result from increased minimum efficiency standards, while ENSC savings are based on product efficiency improvements.
3.11.1 Product Description In November 2011, the Canadian Commission on Building and Fire Codes released the National Energy Code for Buildings (NECB). This enhanced the minimum requirements for the design and construction of energy-effici...
AI summary The National Energy Code for Buildings (NECB) 2011 was adopted by several provinces, including Nova Scotia, which enforced it in 2014. However, new houses and small buildings in Nova Scotia are governed by the 2012 Revision of Part 9 of the National Building Code (NBC), which became effective in 2013. This section evaluates the impact of this regulation on the residential and small commercial market.
Table 58: Overall Energy and Peak Demand Savings for Codes and Standards Ca Pr du t te o c g or y E ic M le tr c to o rs Ge l ne ra Se ice rv In de t ca n sc en Re f le to c r La m p s Dr ty y- p e fo tra ns rm er s La A ir rg e Co d i io...
AI summary Table 58 presents overall energy and peak demand savings for various codes and standards, including data on energy efficiency, lighting, heating, and building regulations. The table provides numerical values for energy savings and peak demand reductions across multiple categories.
ne 24, 2010. Office of Energy Efficiency, Single Package Vertical Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps – Energy Efficiency Regulations , http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/regulations/products/17983, April 13, 2012. Office of Energy Efficiency, Single Pack...
AI summary The document provides a list of references and citations related to energy efficiency regulations, market trends, and building codes. It includes publications from the Office of Energy Efficiency, Statistics Canada, and other organizations, as well as reports on energy-efficient street lighting and consumer electronics market trends.
APPENDIX I INTERVIEW GUIDE WITH NRCAN PROGRAM NAME: CODES & STANDARDS
AI summary This document outlines an interview guide related to the 'Codes & Standards' program, focusing on collaboration with Natural Resources Canada (NRCAN). It highlights discussions around energy efficiency and building regulations.
APPENDIX II INTERVIEW GUIDES FOR INDUSTRY ASSOCIATIONS PROGRAM NAME: CODES & STANDARDS
AI summary This section outlines interview guides for industry associations related to codes and standards. It provides a framework for discussions on regulatory and technical requirements relevant to energy efficiency and building standards.
NOVA SCOTIA MARKET [ASK QA5 TO QA12 IF YES IN QA1] - 5. To provide us with a benchmark, how many [STANDARD/PRODUCT] were sold in Nova Scotia in 2013? [RECORD IN RELEVANT TABLE A] - 6. And how many do you anticipate will be sold in 2014? [R...
AI summary The text outlines a set of questions related to the market for specific standards or products in Nova Scotia, focusing on sales numbers, market trends, and compliance with energy efficiency codes implemented in 2012. The questions aim to assess market size, changes in sales projections, and the impact of regulatory standards on product compliance.
CANADIAN MARKET [ASK QA13 TO QA21 IF NO IN Q1] - 13. To provide us with a benchmark, how many [STANDARD/PRODUCT] were sold Canada in 2013? [RECORD IN RELEVANT TABLE C] - 14. And how many do you anticipate will be sold in 2014? [RECORD IN R...
AI summary The text outlines a series of questions related to the Canadian market for a specific standard or product, focusing on sales figures, market trends, compliance with energy efficiency codes, and the impact of regulatory standards on product compliance. Questions are directed at understanding historical and projected market data and the influence of regulatory changes.
COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL UNITARY AIR CONDITIONERS (CAN/CSA 746-2006) TABLE A: NOVA SCOTIA MARKET SIZE Commercial and industrial unitary air conditioners Number of units sold in Nova Scotia in 2013 (actual) Number of units sold in Nova Sco...
AI summary The document presents tables outlining the market size of commercial and industrial unitary air conditioners in Nova Scotia for 2013 and 2014, as well as expected compliance rates for 2014. The tables categorize air conditioners based on their capacity and include projected sales figures.