E-22017 DSM Evaluation Reports
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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.
.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.
Residential Efficient Appliance Retirement 5.266 5.266 0.59 3.094 23.050 4.852 2.761 Product Rebates Instant Savings 22.343 22.343 0.87 19.543 179.116 23.562 26.162 Home Energy Assessment 8.959 8.306 0.76 7.007 140.139 8.945 7.145 Existing...
AI summary The text provides a summary of various energy efficiency programs and their associated costs and rebates, including residential and business initiatives such as appliance retirement, instant savings, home energy assessments, and efficient product installation. It includes figures for different categories and subtotals.
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.
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.
0.359 0.634 0.766 0.568 1% 2% 3% 2% (Rental Properties and Condos Serviced) New Residential New Home Construction 1.545 1.175 1.025 1.106 0.954 5% 4% 5% 4% 4% Home Energy Report Home Energy Report - 2.892 3.724 - 11% 16% Residential Subtot...
AI summary The text presents data on energy efficiency programs and initiatives, including residential and BNI (Business, non-profit and institutional) programs, with figures indicating participation rates and financial allocations. It highlights various incentives and rebate programs, such as Efficient Product Rebates and Strategic Energy Management, and provides percentages related to their impact.
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.
ors such as those discussed in Section 7 to identify when some product categories should be removed from the service due to a high level of market transformation. BER-R2. Identify opportunities to diversify the portfolio of projects comple...
AI summary The text discusses the need to diversify the BER Mail-In program to avoid declining savings due to market transformation in LED lighting. It highlights the risk of free-ridership and baseline increases as LED technology becomes more widespread and recommends targeting underrepresented BNI sectors for greater savings.
uator recommends that ENS identify BNI sectors that are currently underrepresented in the Mail-in service and that could potentially generate significant savings. BER-R3. Continue and improve the tracking of BER Instant Rebates participant...
AI summary The document discusses recommendations for improving the tracking of energy efficiency programs, particularly the BER Instant Rebates, and highlights the performance of ENS's Custom services in 2017, noting that Retrofit was the most successful, while New Construction and Building Optimization had low participation.
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. EMIS-R2. Design baseline regressions and plan M&V activities to ensure...
AI summary The text recommends updating the final tracking sheet with annual report values and tracking annual peak demand savings. It also highlights the need for accurate savings calculations by designing baseline regressions and planning M&V activities, especially when operational changes occur, such as increased weekend production time. The Evaluator suggests proactively identifying and tracking independent variables to maintain baseline relevance.
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.
who do not complete the audit 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. 7.2.5 Codes and Standards The 2017 evalua...
AI summary The 2017 evaluation of Codes and Standards in Nova Scotia estimates energy and peak demand savings of 21.914 GWh and 4.028 MW, respectively, and avoided GHG emissions of 14,312 tonnes of CO2 eq. The Evaluator recommends optimizing the evaluation process for these standards.
4, 2017) PENNSYLVANIA PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION (PUC). Technical Reference Manual, Section 2.2 – HVAC, June 2015. PROVINCE OF NOVA SCOTIA, Nova Scotia Building Code Regulation, December 31, 2014. ROSENBURG M. AND HOEFGEN L. 2009. Market Ef...
AI summary The document text contains a list of references and citations related to energy efficiency programs, technical manuals, and regulations, including those from Nova Scotia, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Massachusetts, and other jurisdictions. These references include studies, manuals, and reports on energy efficiency measures, HVAC systems, and market transformation strategies.
2/f19/UMPChapter23-estimating-net-savings_0.pdf (Last accessed on November 19, 2015). Rebates NATURAL RESOURCES CANADA. “Forward Regulatory Plan 2017-19”. Online: http://www.nrcan.gc.ca/energy/regulations-codes-standards/18318, Last modifi...
AI summary The text includes a list of references and citations related to energy efficiency, regulatory plans, and environmental reports, including sources such as Natural Resources Canada, Nova Scotia Power, and various studies and technical manuals.
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.
educates Nova Scotians about the cost of maintaining old and inefficient appliances, provides free pick-up from their homes (not from the roadside) and offers a financial incentive for the retirement. In addition to removing old appliances...
AI summary The ARet program educates Nova Scotians about the cost of maintaining old appliances, offers free pick-up and financial incentives for retiring them, and ensures proper recycling. Eligibility criteria and rebate amounts are outlined, with specific conditions for appliance sizes and ages.
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.
obtaining acceptable margins of error. Ten more appliances were added to the 2002 and later age category for refrigerators because this category is the most popular category of retried appliances. Appliance Retirement 10 Residential Effici...
AI summary The document discusses changes in metering equipment used by Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) for tracking energy savings. Prior to 2016, ENS relied on Kill-A-Watt® meters, but in 2016, they began using raw data from current transformers and an Excel workbook to calculate revised energy consumption values.
d the raw data from the current transformer and an Excel workbook created by ENS to calculate the revised energy consumption values, and recommended ENS implement this change to the metering protocol. In 2016, the Evaluator recommended tha...
AI summary The document describes changes made by ENS to the metering protocol, including annual calibration of loggers, the addition of internal temperature sensors, and the use of new data collection devices. These changes were recommended by an Evaluator in 2016 and implemented in 2017 to improve data accuracy and reliability.
rotocol. This metering protocol was adapted from the New York State Department of Public Service protocol,6 with the exception that ENS’s metering is done at the recycling facility instead of in-situ. During the first site visit, the Evalu...
AI summary The text describes a site visit during which ENS implemented a new metering protocol adapted from New York State, revealing technical issues with data logging and communication between devices. The visit also confirmed ENS's comfort with the procedural changes.
e reasons mentioned above. Table 9: ARet Metering Sample Sizes by Data Category Data Category Freezers Refrigerators Total Proportion Usable Data 40 56 96 69% Excluded Data Logger Error 1 10 11 8% Temperature not Maintained 8 7 15 11% Refr...
AI summary The analysis of ARet metering data shows that while most data was usable, over 30% was unusable, exceeding expected levels. Issues included logger errors, temperature not maintained, and refrigerant losses. Non-working appliances contributed to the unusable data and should be considered in energy consumption calculations.
he freezers’ data and concluded that this value was reasonable since more than 75 percent of the metered freezers in this age category had an annual energy consumption level of over 100 kWh/cu. ft. Appliance Retirement 16 Residential Effic...
AI summary The evaluation of the Appliance Retirement program discusses the data collection process for freezers, highlighting the reasonable energy consumption levels observed and the improvements in metering protocols. However, it notes that the sample size was insufficient due to unusable data, which affected the margin of error. The report also outlines the methodology used for calculating savings based on the UMP guidelines.
Figure 6: Logic Model of the UMP for Net Savings Calculation ARet Net Savings = Consumption of retired appliances - Consumption that Additional consumption Induced Additional would have been avoided without + due to an increase in the quan...
AI summary Figure 6 illustrates the logic model for calculating net savings under the UMP, considering factors like free-ridership, secondary market impacts, and induced consumption. Table 12 summarizes tracked savings values for ARet in 2017, based on the 2016 evaluation.
rigerators 275 1.12 0.63 194 95 0.49 1% 0.50 Small Freezers 420 1.12 0.63 296 145 0.49 1% 0.50 For the 2017 evaluation, the Evaluator updated these tracked savings values using a methodology similar to that used in the four previous evalua...
AI summary The text discusses the evaluation of energy savings from appliance retirements in 2017, including updates to energy consumption based on metering results and the inclusion of a pilot project by ENS and HRSB. It outlines the methodology for calculating unitary savings for full-sized refrigerators.
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 19 presents the unitary savings...
AI summary The document discusses the calculation of unitary savings values for refrigerators retired through the Appliance Replacement and Conservation Assistance (ARet) program. It accounts for free-ridership and secondary market impacts, and calculates a net savings value of 410 kWh per unit retired.
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 24 presents the unitary savings...
AI summary The text discusses the calculation of unitary savings values for freezers retired through the Appliance Retirement (ARet) program, accounting for free-ridership and secondary market impacts. It also presents the net savings value of 465 kWh per unit retired.
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.
herefore expected to be negative, pushing the savings generated by such retirement or replacement downward. A number of other factors can also affect the interactive effects of the program component: › The focus of this ARet evaluation is...
AI summary The evaluation of the Appliance Retirement (ARET) program considers the interactive effects of appliance retirement on heating and cooling loads. It notes that only a portion of households in Nova Scotia use electricity for heating or cooling, limiting the impact of these effects. The Evaluator concluded that these interactive effects are negligible, setting the factor at 0 percent. The evaluation also addresses the effective useful life (EUL) of appliances in calculating energy savings.
eractive effects factor at 0 percent. 3.12 Effective Useful Life As part of the 2017 evaluation, the Evaluator reviewed the EUL values used by ENS in the calculation of lifetime energy savings. For ARet, the lifetime energy savings and equ...
AI summary The document discusses the evaluation of Effective Useful Life (EUL) values used by ENS in calculating lifetime energy savings for the Appliance Retirement (ARET) and HomeWarming programs. The Evaluator considered technical references, evaluation reports, and studies to determine EUL and Remaining Useful Life (RUL) values for eligible measures, favoring those based on measured data.
for Appliances Retired through ARet Measure ENS Tracked Revised Reference EUL Equivalent EUL Refrigerator KEMA, Residential Refrigerator Recycling Ninth Year 8 8 Retirement Retention Study, value for refrigerators29 KEMA, Residential Refri...
AI summary The text discusses the Effective Useful Life (EUL) values assigned to appliances retired through the Appliance Retirement (ARET) program and the HomeWarming program. EUL values for refrigerators and freezers are set at eight years based on KEMA studies, while air conditioners have an EUL of three years from DEER data.
ee years was taken from the Database for Energy Efficiency Resources (DEER), which was specifically established for the retirement of a room air conditioner.30 Appliances Replaced through HomeWarming For appliances replaced through HomeWar...
AI summary The document discusses the evaluation of appliance replacement programs, specifically the HomeWarming Program and the retirement of a room air conditioner through the Database for Energy Efficiency Resources (DEER). It examines the Effective Useful Life (EUL) values used by ENS for new appliances and notes that first-year savings from appliance replacement may not persist over the full equipment life of the new appliance.
Reference New Appliance Retired EUL Equipment Life Appliance RUL32 ENERGY STAR Calculator, Appliance Refrigerator 12 12 4 Magazine Market Research Report, Replacement value for refrigerators Freezer ENERGY STAR Calculator, EPA 12 12 4 Repl...
AI summary The text discusses the calculation of Equivalent Effective Useful Life (EUL) values for appliances replaced through the HomeWarming Program, referencing ENERGY STAR and EPA research for refrigerators, freezers, and dehumidifiers. It also notes that Replacement Useful Life (RUL) values are assumed to be one-third of EUL values based on common assumptions in TRMs.
Refrigerators Freezers Conditioners Refrigerators Freezers Energy Savings Number of Units Retired 3,847 1,659 124 78 31 Unitary Savings (kWh) 751 863 251 209 327 Gross Energy Savings – at the Meter (GWh) 2.889 1.432 0.027 0.016 0.010 Line...
AI summary The text presents detailed data on energy savings and peak demand reductions achieved through the retirement of various appliances, including refrigerators, freezers, and conditioners. It includes metrics such as the number of units retired, energy savings at the meter and generator, equivalent effective useful life, and gross lifetime energy savings.
Refrigerators Freezers Refrigerators Freezers Dehumidifiers Refrigerators Energy Savings Number of Units Retired 10 2 1 59 203 124 6,138 Unitary Savings (kWh) 814 674 295 705 1,399 660 - Gross Energy Savings – at the Meter (GWh) 0.008 0.00...
AI summary The text presents a detailed table of energy savings achieved through the retirement of various appliances, including refrigerators, freezers, and dehumidifiers. It includes metrics such as the number of units retired, energy savings, line loss factors, and equivalent effective useful life, providing a comprehensive overview of the impact of appliance retirement programs.
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.
by ENS in the tracking system, as well as the revised gross unitary savings used by the Evaluator to accurately establish the savings associated with the products sold through Instant Savings in 2017. For 2017, the Evaluator reviewed only...
AI summary The document discusses the evaluation of unitary savings for LED lamps and other products under the Instant Savings program in 2017. It highlights the use of distinct savings values for LED A-type and Non-A-type lamps, based on a general lighting equation, and the reliance on 2016 values for other products with stable savings.
the recent 12-month period is insufficient to provide the necessary levels of confidence and precision, a long term in-service rate can be used using all bulbs regardless of the time of purchase.” 40 As in the past three years, the Evaluat...
AI summary The Evaluator notes that using a long-term in-service rate for LED lamps may be more accurate due to storage patterns, but has continued to claim savings in the year of purchase. Storage patterns have changed, with more multipacks sold, and more participants replacing lamps as they burn out, suggesting a need for an in-service rate in 2018.
Also, ENS uses a daily hours of operation value of 2.9 based on the NERHOU study.41 Revised Savings The Evaluator reviewed the unitary savings value associated with LED recessed downlight fixtures. Displaced Wattage To establish the displa...
AI summary The document discusses the calculation of displaced wattage for LED recessed downlight fixtures in the Instant Savings program, using data from the 10 best-selling models and referencing the NERHOU study for daily hours of operation. The average wattage of the LED fixtures and their equivalent incandescent/halogen counterparts is analyzed to determine energy savings.
old operating time of 4.75 hours per day and a new operating time of 2.95 hours per day remain adequate. Further information about outdoor motion sensors is discussed in Appendix VII. Unitary Savings Using the aforementioned displaced watt...
AI summary The document discusses energy savings calculations for LED fixtures and efficient refrigerators under the Instant Savings program. It revises unitary savings values based on updated regulations and provides details on the operating hours and energy consumption of these products.
on – Efficient Refrigerator 418 418 Annual Unitary Savings 100 49 Efficient Clothes Washers Tracked Savings In 2017, ENS used a unitary savings value of 171 kWh per year for efficient clothes washers sold through Instant Savings before Jun...
AI summary In 2017, ENS updated the unitary savings value for efficient clothes washers from 171 kWh/year to 135 kWh/year after June, due to a new regulation. The change was based on updated energy consumption data and adjustments for water heating and washing habits.
y measure introduced by a program after participating in it once, without participating in the program a second time. The proportion of incentivized products that are installed and operating. This rate is usually applied to programs throug...
AI summary The text defines several key metrics used in energy efficiency programs, including in-service rate, lifetime energy savings, line loss factor, margin of error, market effects, net energy savings, and net-to-gross ratio. These metrics help assess program effectiveness, energy savings, and market impacts.
submit the required documentation to receive incentives, and financing has been discontinued. That said, ENS is working with Nova Scotia Power to cross-promote the on-bill financing option they offer. Other changes under the new path relat...
AI summary The Green Heat program underwent changes, including the discontinuation of financing and adjustments to heat pump incentives. The program achieved significant energy and peak demand savings in 2017, with evaluations based on documentation reviews, interviews, and participant surveys.
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.
ompleted, the time required to complete the work, the energy-efficient products installed, and the information provided by the installer, also received strong satisfaction ratings. EPI Energy Savings To calculate EPI’s gross energy savings...
AI summary The evaluation of EPI's energy savings found high installation rates across most product categories, except for smart power controllers, which had a low installation rate. Despite efforts to improve this, the rate remained low. Net energy savings were calculated using an NTGR, which varied by participant group.
e Green Heat and EPI program components follow. This section describes the HEA program component, follows up on the 2016 evaluation recommendations and gives an overview of its participation history. 1.1 Description HEA is meant to help ho...
AI summary The Home Energy Assessment (HEA) program in Nova Scotia provides education and financial incentives for energy efficiency upgrades, including insulation and heating equipment. After provincial funding ended in 2015, only electrically-heated households became eligible. A new incentive structure introduced in 2015 encourages bundled upgrades with higher incentives for 'Green' and 'Smart' measures.
has continued reviewing projects in 2017, as per Recommendation 2016 HEA-R3, to ensure the overall quality of the simulations and that all the data needed to model the homes is collected and recorded. 1.3 Participation History A total of 9...
AI summary In 2017, 931 participants took part in the Home Energy Assessment (HEA) program, with participation levels similar to the previous year but lower than in earlier years due to the discontinuation of provincial funding in 2015. Despite lower participation, average savings per participant increased significantly to 8.922 MWh, partly due to incentives for space-heating equipment and a higher percentage of participants installing such appliances.
e Evaluator chose to use an EUL value of 20 years for both measures since this value is in line with the EUL value proposed in the Massachusetts report and the Ohio TRM. 4.1.7 Revised Gross Savings The annual gross savings for HEA are pres...
AI summary The Evaluator used an EUL value of 20 years for energy efficiency measures, aligning with Massachusetts and Ohio reports. Adjustments to gross savings for HEA included revised unitary savings for heating equipment, solar DHW systems, and Green Heat deductions. Line loss factors were applied to estimate generator-level savings, resulting in 8.306 GWh and 2.348 MW annual energy and peak demand savings, with 166.116 GWh in lifetime savings.
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.
7.6 Don't Know Dissatisfied (0-4) Moderately Satisfied (5-7) Highly Satisfied (8-10) Responses of Don’t Know were excluded from all average ratings. The financial aspects of participation were the most helpful elements of Green Heat report...
AI summary Participants in the Green Heat program found the financial aspects, particularly rebates and financing options, most helpful. Despite low satisfaction with rebate amounts, over half cited monetary benefits as the most helpful. A third found programmatic assistance, such as education on efficient equipment, most helpful.
, and benefits of Green Heat would be useful to hand out during the consultation process. Additionally, eight contractors (53%) indicated that ENS should expand the list of rebate-qualified equipment. The majority of contractors expressed...
AI summary Contractors involved in the Green Heat program expressed satisfaction with ENS's service and support, though some suggested improvements such as outreach support, expanding rebate-qualified products, and restoring financing options. Most contractors supported expanding the list of rebate-qualified equipment.
e information found on the invoice. With the information collected on site, the Evaluator later confirmed that the GSHP model installed met Green Heat performance requirements. Solar Thermal Measures The results of the three visits confirm...
AI summary The evaluation of Green Heat installations confirmed proper installation of GSHP and solar thermal systems, though one solar thermal project was ineligible due to using oil for DHW heating. ENS made an exception for customer service reasons.
are purchasing heat pumps sooner than anticipated because of Green Heat, the Evaluator did not make adjustments to account for the change in timing due to Green Heat influence for the 2017 evaluation. The Evaluator conducted a sensitivity...
AI summary The evaluation found that Green Heat influenced participants to purchase heat pumps earlier than expected, impacting savings calculations. Sensitivity analysis showed that 30% of non-electrically heated households would need to have a non-electrical basecase for average first-year savings to be nil. However, only 19% of participants indicated they would have delayed purchases without Green Heat, suggesting a positive overall energy savings impact.
d by the survey results. Revised Parameters Summary Table 39 summarizes the parameters used in the energy and peak demand savings equations for MSHPs installed in non-electrically heated households. Table 39: Parameters Used for Savings Ca...
AI summary The document discusses the parameters used in energy and peak demand savings equations for MSHPs installed in non-electrically heated households. It references Energy Efficiency Regulations and AHRI Certified Values as sources for these parameters.
› If participants intended to keep their non-electrical heating system, then the purchase of an ASHP results in increased electricity consumption and therefore electricity savings are negative. No survey could be conducted for participants...
AI summary The evaluation of ASHP installations in non-electrically heated households considers scenarios where electricity consumption increases, leading to negative savings. Due to limited data, an average unitary savings value was used. The Evaluator relied on established parameters and calculated values based on heating capacity, HSPF, and EFLH.
Energy Savings Number of Units 50 20 2 0 14 3 Tracked Energy Savings (GWh) 0.484 0.171 0.028 0.000 0.036 0.007 Adjustment Ratio for Energy Savings N/A N/A N/A N/A 1.000 N/A Revised Unitary Energy Savings (kWh) 10,443 8,959 13,804 13,765 N/...
AI summary The text presents data on energy savings and peak demand savings across various categories, including the number of units, tracked energy savings, adjustment ratios, and gross energy savings at different points in the system. It also includes metrics such as line loss factor, effective useful life, and gross lifetime energy savings.
le to provide an indication of MSHP market adoption on the theoretical curve of technology diffusion as further data is required to fully assess the transformation of the MSHP market in Nova Scotia.83 9.1 Background Until 2012, ENS provide...
AI summary The document discusses the evolution of MSHP (Multi-Split Heat Pump) incentive programs in Nova Scotia, including changes in eligibility, rebate structures, and program expansion. Green Heat, which now includes MSHPs, has seen significant participation, with MSHPs making up 87% of installations by 2017.
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.
oliday lights. Based on the evaluation results in the 2015 LED Holiday Light Exchange Report, ENS established the savings of each set of LED lights at 29.4 kWh in its tracking system. Revised Savings To update the unitary savings values us...
AI summary The report discusses the revised unitary savings value for LED holiday lights, changing from 29.4 kWh to 43.6 kWh, based on updated data from 2017. It also outlines assumptions about the number of sets replaced by participants and suggests validation methods for 2018 savings.
tank wraps installed through EPI have a thermal resistance of 1.21 m2·°C/W. ENS uses a unitary savings value of 131 kWh per year for single-family homes and a value of 118 kWh per year for apartments. These two unitary savings values have...
AI summary The document discusses revised energy savings values for hot water tank wraps installed through the Efficient Product Installation (EPI) program, noting a change in thermal resistance for single-family homes. It also mentions the use of a unitary savings value for smart power controllers for audio-visual equipment since 2013.
ivalent EUL values by measure. It should be noted that a single EUL value is applied to all EPI building types. Table 72: Summary of Effective Useful Life Values by Measure Category ENS Tracked Revised Measure Reference EUL Equivalent EUL...
AI summary The text discusses Effective Useful Life (EUL) values for various energy efficiency measures, comparing ENS-tracked values with revised equivalents. The Evaluator concludes that EUL values for low-flow showerheads, pipe insulation, and smart power controllers are accurate based on literature review and input from TRMs.
s for Programs, Poster presented at the 2017 International Energy Program Evaluation Conference, Baltimore, MD. 125 As imposed by US federal legislation. Incandescent Equivalent 2nd Tier EISA 2007. Efficient Product Installation 139 Existi...
AI summary The document discusses the evaluation of an existing residential energy efficiency program in Nova Scotia, specifically focusing on the Efficient Product Installation (EPI) initiative. It references the Energy Independence and Security Act (EISA) 2020 and compares halogen and CFL baseline wattages for decorative lamps over different time periods.
avings and using the following equation: Net Savings = Gross Savings × NTGR This equation was used to calculate both peak demand savings and energy savings. Efficient Product Installation 151 Existing Residential Program Efficiency Nova Sc...
AI summary The document calculates net energy and peak demand savings from the Efficient Product Installation (EPI) program in 2017, estimating 17.877 GWh in energy savings and 2.129 MW in peak demand savings. It also estimates annual CO2 emissions avoided due to these savings and provides the methodology used, including the application of Nova Scotia’s specific GHG emissions factor.
Evaluated Net Energy and Peak Demand Savings by Product Category for EPI (Continued) Hot Water Smart Power Total for All Category of Product Pipe Insulation Tank Wrap Controllers Products Energy Savings Total Gross Energy Savings – at the...
AI summary The document presents evaluated net energy and peak demand savings by product category for the Efficient Product Installation (EPI) program, including metrics such as gross and net energy savings, line loss factors, and net lifetime energy savings at the generator level.
P market has undergone many changes over the last few years. Heat pumps are becoming a more popular option as a primary heating system, and the number of MSHPs incentivized by ENS keeps increasing. Existing Residential Program 160 Existing...
AI summary The Efficient Product Installation (EPI) program achieved 17.877 GWh in net energy savings and 2.129 MW in net peak demand savings in 2017, falling short of its planned savings. Participation was lower than expected, but the program has contributed significantly to the growth of energy-efficient lighting product penetration in Nova Scotia since 2012.
information they provided to participants), the time required to complete the work, and the energy-efficient products installed were all cited as reasons for this high level of satisfaction with EPI. Again this year, LED lamps accounted fo...
AI summary The 2017 DSM Evaluation Report highlights high participant satisfaction with the Efficient Product Installation (EPI) program, citing factors such as information provided, time required for installations, and energy-efficient products used. LED lamps contributed the majority of energy and peak demand savings, with a decrease in A-type lamp replacements attributed to the shift away from incandescent lighting. The report suggests further analysis of other replacement technologies like CFL and halogen incandescent lamps to improve savings calculations.
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.
Green Heat Program, you had already made the decision to install a [EQUIPMENT]? 1. Yes 2. No 98. (Don’t know) 99. (Refused) FRS2a. [IF REBATE] Efficiency Nova Scotia gave a rebate of $[INCENTIVE] for your new [EQUIPMENT]. If you had not re...
AI summary The text outlines survey questions related to the Green Heat Program, asking participants about their equipment installation decisions, rebate and financing impacts, and alternative actions if the program was unavailable. The focus is on understanding customer behavior and the influence of incentives.
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.
ing a scale 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]. 2017 Influence of Factors on Decision to Have Equipment In...
AI summary This text presents survey data on the influence of program components and information provided by ENS on the decision to install equipment, with a mean rating of 5.4 for program rebates and 5.3 for information from ENS. It also asks respondents about prior participation in other Efficiency Nova Scotia programs before joining the Green Heat program.
e annual energy use in gigajoules. NHC’s incentive structure has since been adapted to accommodate this change by using this new EnerGuide rating system, but the rebate amounts have remained the same. In October 2016, Efficiency Nova Scoti...
AI summary The 2017 evaluation of the New Home Construction (NHC) program and the Passive House pilot found that combined net energy savings were 3.371 GWh and net peak demand savings were 0.954 MW. Participation in NHC was lower in 2017, but per-participant energy savings were the highest since 2011.
d on October 20, 2015, and any funding beyond that date was provided only to participants registered before the aforementioned date. Since then, only electrically-heated households have been eligible. Once a new home is registered, an ener...
AI summary The document outlines the eligibility criteria for the New Home Construction (NHC) program, the use of energy analysis tools like HOT2000, and the role of energy advisors in evaluating house plans and ensuring compliance with energy efficiency standards. Changes to the incentive structure were implemented in 2017.
s were made to the NHC incentive structure over the last few years. The current incentive structure was introduced on May 1, 2017. The following incentives are currently available to NHC participants: › An incentive of $2,000 is provided f...
AI summary The document outlines the current incentive structure for New Home Construction (NHC) under Efficiency Nova Scotia, which was introduced on May 1, 2017. Incentives are provided based on energy efficiency standards such as ENERGY STAR certification, EnerGuide ratings, and energy use levels relative to the National Building Code.
Table 1: 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 S...
AI summary The Business Energy Rebates (BER) program in Nova Scotia provides financial incentives to reduce electricity consumption and demand through mail-in and instant rebates. The table outlines participation levels and savings, including energy and peak demand savings, with net-to-gross ratios (NTGR) applied to calculate net savings.
stributors across the province of Nova Scotia. 1 Throughout this report, energy savings always refer to first-year energy savings rather than lifetime energy savings, unless specified otherwise. Efficient Product Rebates Program xi Efficie...
AI summary The Efficient Product Rebates Program (BER) under Efficiency Nova Scotia achieved significant energy savings in 2017, exceeding its targets with 46.583 GWh in net electricity savings and 7.286 MW in net peak demand savings. These savings avoided 30,423 tonnes of CO2 eq in greenhouse gas emissions.
epresent 30,423 tonnes of CO2 eq in avoided greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The net lifetime energy savings are 547.135 GWh based on a weighted average effective useful life (EUL) value of 11.7 years. Figure 1 below provides an overview of...
AI summary The Business Energy Rebates (BER) program achieved significant energy and peak demand savings from 2011 to 2017, with the highest savings recorded in 2017 due to increased participation in Instant Rebates and higher average unitary savings. The program avoided 30,423 tonnes of CO2 eq in GHG emissions and saved 547.135 GWh of energy over its lifetime.
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.
her), while one distributor rated a 6. Distributors appreciated the advance notification of rebate changes provided by ENS in 2017, as well as the accessibility and openness of discussions with staff. Distributors believed that BER Instant...
AI summary Distributors appreciated ENS's advance notification of rebate changes and open discussions. BER Instant Rebates had less influence on consumer behavior in 2017 due to increased LED familiarity, but influenced in-store product offerings. The Evaluator used a new approach to measure free-ridership, finding levels between 32-38% for LED products and an overall NTGR of 0.73.
gories. Free-ridership levels for LED products vary between 32 and 38 percent. A NTGR of 1.00 was applied to the other product categories, resulting in an overall NTGR of 0.73 for BER Instant Rebates. Table 3: Net-to-Gross Ratio for BER In...
AI summary The document discusses the application of net-to-gross ratios (NTGR) to calculate net savings for the Efficient Product Rebates Program, specifically for LED products and other categories. Free-ridership levels and NTGR values are provided, with an overall NTGR of 0.73 for BER Instant Rebates. The evaluation process for 2017 savings is outlined.
s available. With this information, the Evaluator came to the conclusion that LEDs continue to be in a growth phase, but are approaching maturity as the BNI sector increasingly adopts these products. BER Recommendations Overall, the Evalua...
AI summary The Evaluator concludes that the Business Energy Rebates (BER) program generated significant savings, with stable participation in BER Mail-in and increased sales and savings in BER Instant Rebates. Recommendations are provided to optimize the 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 text outlines various energy efficiency programs, including residential and business rebate initiatives, home energy assessments, and custom incentive programs. It highlights the focus on efficient product installation, strategic energy management, and direct installation services for small businesses.
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.
is applied universally to any eligible participant. In 2017, BER was expanded to include a new measure category, namely pool equipment. The measures currently offered are divided into 13 categories: › Agriculture › IT & Datacenters › Light...
AI summary The Business Energy Rebates (BER) program was expanded in 2017 to include pool equipment. The program offers rebates through mail-in or instant rebate services, with the latter aiming to increase participation and ease of access. Distributors play a key role in promoting and supporting the program.
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.
Table 6: Implementation Status of Recommendations in the 2016 Executive Summary 2016 Recommendations Status 2016 BER-R1. Continue improving the BER Mail-in internal review procedure for savings Implemented calculations 2016 BER-R2. Impleme...
AI summary The 2016 BER recommendations have been fully implemented, including updates to the ENS CIRx Screening Tool, revisions to the methodology for calculating interactive effects, and the establishment of new procedures for baseline wattages in new construction projects and Instant Rebates.
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.
rket analyses. These analyses focus on light-emitting diode (LED) lighting and are presented in a new section of this report entitled BER Market Evolution. 1.3 Participation History BER Mail-in In 2017, a total of 288 BER Mail-in projects...
AI summary The report discusses the participation history of the Business Energy Rebates (BER) Mail-in program from 2011 to 2017, highlighting a steady participation level between 2016 and 2017, a decrease from 2013 to 2015, and an increase in gross savings per participant in 2017 compared to 2016.
213 40 100 175 50 106 20 0 0 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Number of Participants Gross Savings per Participant (MWh) Figure 3 below illustrates the distribution of gross savings among the product types for BER Mail-in. With 62 percen...
AI summary Figure 3 shows the distribution of gross energy savings by product type for the BER Mail-in program, with lighting and HVAC products contributing the majority of savings. This trend has been consistent in previous years, with lighting accounting for significant portions of savings in 2015 and 2016.
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.
215,121 100,000 0 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Figure 5 below provides an overview of the distribution of gross savings in BER Instant Rebates among the different pumps and lighting products. In 2017, LED downlight lamps generated th...
AI summary Figure 5 shows the distribution of gross savings from BER Instant Rebates by product type in 2017, with LED downlight lamps contributing the largest share at 44%. Figure 6 highlights that BER generated 60.465 GWh in gross energy savings, with BER Instant Rebates accounting for 70% of the total.
oss energy savings at the generator, which is the highest result since inception. BER Mail-in accounted for 30 percent of the savings, while BER Instant Rebates accounted for the remaining 70 percent. The increase in overall savings is mos...
AI summary The Business Energy Rebates (BER) program achieved significant energy savings in 2017, with LED lamps and fixtures contributing greatly. BER Instant Rebates saw a 31% increase in savings since 2016, while peak demand savings rose by 4%. Lighting measures accounted for 61% of savings in BER Mail-in.
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.
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.
and 10 indicates “completely satisfied”. The few participants who were less satisfied with the service mostly mentioned the paperwork was burdensome (2 mentions) and the lengthy process (2 mentions). As outlined in Figure 8, there is also...
AI summary The Business Energy Rebates (BER) Mail-in program has high participant satisfaction, with scores above 8.4 across various aspects such as interactions with contractors, rebate processing time, application forms, and rebate amounts. Only a few participants expressed dissatisfaction, citing burdensome paperwork and a lengthy process.
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.
ibutors provided an overall positive opinion (ratings of 8 or higher), while three distributors expressed concerns (ratings of 5 or lower) and one distributor offered a moderate opinion (rating of 7). Dissatisfaction primarily stemmed from...
AI summary Most distributors provided positive feedback on the BER program, but some expressed concerns. Issues included rebates being directed to contractors rather than end users, high administrative costs, and the need for rebates to align with energy savings. Some distributors also noted that LED technology adoption has reduced the program's influence on consumer choices.
er rebates. Another distributor mentioned that increased familiarity with LED technology and more widespread LED market adoption have rendered BER Instant Rebates less influential in consumer choices. Opinions with respect to rebate proces...
AI summary The text discusses feedback on BER Instant Rebates, noting that their influence on consumer choices has diminished due to increased LED market adoption. Distributors report mixed satisfaction with rebate processing, with some expressing concerns about time-consuming administrative tasks and potential financial losses if rebate terms change after orders are placed.
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.
otalling 100%) Regulations and legislation; 10% Awareness-raising of Price reduction; 46% environmental issues among clients; 17% Appeal of the technology/Technology improvements; 27% Distributors were asked to rate the extent to which ENS...
AI summary Distributors rated ENS programs' influence on LED technology adoption factors, with high ratings for price reduction and environmental awareness, but lower for technology appeal. The regulations and legislation factor was excluded as it did not reflect ENS's market influence.
he factors contributing to the increase of LED technology adoption. 8 The regulations and legislation factor is not included here because it does not reflect the influence of ENS on the market. Business Energy Rebates 17 Efficient Product...
AI summary The 2017 BER Mail-in impact evaluation assesses the gross and net energy savings from the Business Energy Rebates program. ENS tracks gross savings using the CIRx Screening Tool and data from on-site visits, with 288 projects across 11 measure categories. Each measure, such as LED fixtures or HVAC sensors, is tracked individually.
e baseline wattage values and the PCF. In a handful of cases, minor adjustments were made to the total lamp/fixture counts, but overall tracked quantities represented what the Evaluator found on-site. Overall, the accuracy of the tracked a...
AI summary The document discusses the accuracy of tracked annual hours of operation (HOUs) and baseline wattage values in lighting measures. It highlights improvements in accuracy over 2017, with fewer adjustments needed, and explains reasons for baseline wattage modifications, such as not accounting for ballast consumption or discrepancies with actual light sources.
uation report specifically addressed the issue of confusing exhaust and return fans and recommended that ENS further validate applications for these measures to reduce the number of large adjustments. The motor and drive category required...
AI summary The evaluation report highlights issues with exhaust and return fan applications, suggesting ENS validate them to reduce adjustments. Motor and drive revisions showed inconsistent energy savings, prompting recommendations for short-term metering. A compressed air project adjustment increased energy savings due to extended operating hours, impacting the PCF.
uantity of cows listed because the participant declared the maximum capacity of the barn and not the current average number of cows milked per day. This led to a 30 percent decrease in energy savings. The second adjustment was to the PCF u...
AI summary Adjustments were made to energy savings calculations for a barn project and commercial kitchen measures due to inaccuracies in data inputs. These adjustments significantly impacted overall category savings, with the barn project accounting for 98% of the category’s total savings. The Evaluator recommended providing specific tools for future accuracy.
14 14.0 Solar 15 20.0 Water heating 10 10.0 Business Energy Rebates 26 Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report Overall, the revised equivalent EULs are similar to those tracked by ENS. The most i...
AI summary The report discusses revisions to the Equivalent Useful Life (EUL) of various energy efficiency products, including increases for compressed air, solar, and lighting products. These revisions impact the calculation of lifetime energy savings, with lighting products contributing significantly to overall savings. The weighted average EUL increased from 13 to 15.3 years.
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.
e 11: Revised Net Energy and Peak Demand Savings for BER Mail-in Category of Measure HVAC Lighting Refrigeration Motors and VFDs Compressed Air Agricultural Energy Savings Revised Gross Energy Savings – at the Meter (GWh) 4.804 10.487 0.83...
AI summary The document presents revised net energy and peak demand savings data for the Better Energy Rebates (BER) mail-in program across various categories of measures, including HVAC, Lighting, and others. It includes figures for gross energy savings, net energy savings, line loss factors, and net lifetime energy savings, as well as peak demand savings at both the meter and generator levels.
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.
on Report 5 IMPACT EVALUATION FOR BER INSTANT REBATES The objective of the 2017 BER Instant Rebates impact evaluation is to determine gross and net electrical energy and peak demand savings. 5.1 Gross Savings Gross savings refer to changes...
AI summary This section evaluates the impact of the 2017 BER Instant Rebates, focusing on gross and net energy and peak demand savings. It discusses the methodology used to calculate savings, including baseline wattage, actual wattage, and factors like PCF and ISR, and notes that a full literature review was not conducted in 2017.
aluation Report Table 13: Recommended Values for Linear LED Fixtures Subcategory Lumen Output (lm) Baseline Wattage (W) Hours of Use 1,500 – 3,500 61.00 1 x 4 Luminaires 4,410 ≥ 3,500 83.25 1,500 – 4,500 61.00 2 x 2 Luminaires & Retrofit K...
AI summary The document presents a table with recommended values for linear LED fixtures, including lumen output, baseline wattage, and hours of use. It notes that efficient wattage is not included as actual wattage is used for all products in BER Instant Rebates.
20.5 20.5 LED15ET8 15, 18 18 LED12ET8 12, 15 15 Hours of Use In 2017 the value of 4,410 hours per year was adopted for all lighting products except outdoor fixtures and occupancy sensors. This value was correctly applied to over 95 percent...
AI summary The text discusses the correction of hours of use for LED lighting products in 2017, leading to an overall adjustment ratio for energy and peak demand savings. It also outlines the recommended baseline wattage for general-use and decorative LED lamps based on federal energy efficiency regulations.
from 40 W to 60 W. The baseline wattage values were correctly applied for all omnidirectional type lamps. 15 Natural Resources Canada. General Service Lamps and Modified Spectrum Incandescent Lamps http://www.nrcan.gc.ca/energy/regulations...
AI summary The document discusses the evaluation of efficient product rebate programs, specifically focusing on the accuracy of wattage and hours of use for various lamp types. It notes that no adjustments were needed for the most frequently purchased products, and only minor revisions were required for reflector LED lamps.
his product category. Table 17: Recommended Values for Reflector LED Lamps Subcategory Baseline Wattage (W) Hours of Use Small LED Reflector Lamp - PAR, MR, MRX 16 20 4,410 Small LED Reflector Lamp - PAR, R 20 50 4,410 Large LED Reflector...
AI summary The document discusses the correction of baseline and efficient wattage values for LED reflector lamps, which affected 97 data entries and 1,174 products. An overall adjustment ratio of 1.043 was applied for energy and peak demand savings due to these corrections.
s. Overall Adjustment These corrections resulted in an overall adjustment ratio of 0.998 for energy savings and 1.008 for peak demand savings. Outdoor LED Fixtures Recommended Savings The outdoor LED fixtures category contains the outdoor...
AI summary The text discusses an overall adjustment ratio for energy and peak demand savings, as well as the recommended wattages for outdoor LED fixtures. The baseline wattage for outdoor full-cutoff wall-mounted area luminaires is determined using a weighted average of metal halide and high-pressure sodium fixture wattages.
Baseline Wattage Annual Hours of Lumen Range of Efficient Luminaires Baseline Fixture (W) Use ≥ 250 and < 1,000 Halogen 37 4,380 MH ≥ 1,000 and < 5,000 95 4,380 (70 W) MH ≥ 5,000 and < 15,000 295 4,380 (250 W) MH ≥ 15,000 and < 30,000 590...
AI summary The document reviews the baseline wattage values and hours of use for outdoor LED fixtures, confirming that no errors were found in the tracked savings calculations. The evaluation concluded that no adjustments were necessary for energy and peak demand savings calculations in this category.
lations for this product category. Therefore, the adjustment ratios were 1.000 for both energy savings and peak demand savings. Directional and Architectural LED Fixtures Recommended Savings The directional and architectural LED fixtures c...
AI summary The document discusses energy savings and peak demand savings adjustments for directional and architectural LED fixtures, noting an overall adjustment ratio of 1.037 for energy savings and 1.000 for peak demand savings. It also mentions the use of occupancy sensors and the evaluation of baseline wattage and hours of use.
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.
≥ 150 and < 500 0.165 795 ≥ 500 and < 2,500 0.532 2,558 Revised Savings The Evaluator verified the input wattages of the two most popular pumps sold in BER Instant Rebates for 2017, which comprised 157 of the 199 pumps sold. Input wattages...
AI summary The Evaluator verified input wattages for pumps in the BER Instant Rebates program and confirmed no changes were needed. An In-Service Rate (ISR) of 85% was applied to lamps based on a study, while fixtures and other high-cost items retained a 100% ISR. This methodology was applied in 2017 and aligned with tracked values by ENS.
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.
fects Whenever a measure installed as part of BER Instant Rebates is affected by interactive effects, this is taken into account by the gross savings unitary equation presented in the tracking sheet. Since 2016, a standardized approach bas...
AI summary The text discusses the use of a standardized approach, based on ASHRAE methodology, to calculate interactive effects for lighting projects since 2016. It mentions the use of a gross savings unitary equation in the tracking sheet for BER Instant Rebates.
tor believes that the characteristics of the participating facilities where they are installed might be too different from those where Instant Rebate products are installed to draw useful conclusions. Additionally, the Evaluator applied a...
AI summary The text discusses the evaluation of energy efficiency programs, specifically focusing on the application of factors to account for differences in facility characteristics and the use of Effective Useful Life (EUL) values in calculating energy savings for lighting and pump products.
13.6 5.7 5.7 Large LED Reflector Lamp - PAR, BR, R 30/30L Large LED Reflector Lamp - PAR, BR, R 38/40 LED Recessed 50,000 4,410 14.2 11.3 8.3 LED Downlight Fixtures LED Ceiling Mount, LED Surface Mount, LED Solid State Retrofit, LED Insepa...
AI summary The text lists various lighting and pump products with their respective quantities, costs, and performance metrics. It includes details on LED fixtures, occupancy sensors, and variable speed pumps, highlighting energy efficiency and cost considerations.
Wall Switch Exterior Pumps Variable Speed ECM Circulatory Pump - - 15 15 15 Business Energy Rebates 49 Efficient Product Rebates Program Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evaluation Report The following provides additional details on the met...
AI summary The document discusses the methodology used by Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) to establish equivalent Effective Useful Life (EUL) values for LED lamps and other products in the Better Energy Rebates (BER) Instant Rebates program. EUL was set at 10 years for all LED lamps, with adjustments based on product specifications and Canadian regulations.
ype and reflector lamps, is impacted since its EUL is 11.3 years. For this category, the Evaluator established equivalent EULs for LED recessed fixtures and other LED downlight fixtures separately. 20 US EPA, Summary of the Energy Independ...
AI summary The text discusses the impact of Canadian regulations on the baseline for LED recessed fixtures, expecting a shift from halogen to CFL equivalent by 2024. It also explains how equivalent EUL calculations are used to determine lifetime energy savings based on 2017 BER Instant Rebates data.
in the near future. 22 As imposed by U.S. federal legislation. Incandescent Equivalent 2nd Tier EISA 2007. 23 As imposed by U.S. federal legislation. Incandescent Equivalent 2nd Tier EISA 2007. Business Energy Rebates 51 Efficient Product...
AI summary The document discusses the Efficient Product Rebates Program under Efficiency Nova Scotia, focusing on the use of EUL values for occupancy sensors and pumps. It confirms the use of 10 years for occupancy sensors and 15 years for pumps, aligning with industry standards and literature. The revised gross savings calculation includes unitary savings values, ISRs, and line loss factors.
also calculated using a line loss factor of 1.066 between the meter and the generator. This value corresponds to the weighted average line loss factor calculation applied to BER Mail-in participants. The total savings established for each...
AI summary The text discusses energy savings calculations for the BER Mail-in program, including line loss factors and lifetime energy savings based on effective useful life (EUL) values. It references studies and databases used to determine these figures, such as the Measure Life Report and DEER 2008 EUL Table.
Table 28: Revised Gross Energy and Peak Demand Savings for BER Instant Rebates General-use and LED Linear LED Linear LED Reflector LED Outdoor LED Product Category Decorative LED Downlight Fixtures Lamps Lamps Fixtures Lamps Fixtures Track...
AI summary Table 28 presents revised gross energy and peak demand savings for BER Instant Rebates, detailing energy savings across various product categories, including adjustment ratios, in-service rates, interactive effects factors, and line loss factors.
on of Overall Tracked and Evaluated Savings at the Generator for BER Initial Gross Savings Adjusted Gross Savings NTGR Net Savings Energy Savings ENS Tracked Savings 64.637 GWh 64.637 GWh 0.78 50.670 GWh Evaluation Results 64.637 GWh 60.46...
AI summary The text presents data on energy and peak demand savings from the Better Energy Rebates (BER) program, including initial and adjusted gross savings, net-to-gross ratios (NTGR), and net savings. The data is summarized in Table 34, which outlines participation levels and savings for BER Mail-in and Instant Rebates.
100,000 50,000 0 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 LED Downlight Fixtures LED Linear Fixtures LED General-use/Decorative LED Linear Lamps LED Reflector Lamps Other LED Products 7.1.3 BER Participating Distributors BER Instant Rebates collabora...
AI summary The document discusses the participation of distributors in the BER Instant Rebates program, highlighting the number of participating distributors and their locations. It also outlines the availability of LED products and the evolution of LED prices in Nova Scotia from 2012 to 2017, noting that data before 2015 should be used with caution due to less detailed product descriptions.
le before 2015. 30 Data by type of LEDs should be used with caution before 2015 since product descriptions found in the 2012-2014 tracking sheets were not as detailed as they have been since 2015. Business Energy Rebates 66 Efficient Produ...
AI summary The document discusses the decline in retail prices for LED lighting products from 2015 to 2017, noting significant decreases in prices for various types of LED lamps and fixtures. It also highlights the corresponding reduction in rebate amounts offered by ENS for these products.
for all LED product categories, ranging from 21 percent (LED linear fixtures) to 47 percent (LED linear lamps). Table 35: Average Value of Rebates in BER IR for LED Products from 2015 to 2017 2015 2016 2017 Product Type ($) ($) ($) LED Lin...
AI summary The text discusses rebate values for LED products under the Business Energy Rebates (BER) program from 2015 to 2017, with varying percentages across different product categories. It also references the Efficient Product Rebates Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia and mentions codes and standards.
aluator concludes that LEDs remain in a growth phase but are beginning to approach maturity as the BNI sector increasingly adopts LEDs, as indicated by the hatched area of the grey market share curve. Growth is expected to continue since m...
AI summary The evaluation of the Business Energy Rebates (BER) program in 2017 showed that it exceeded its energy and peak demand savings targets, achieving significant energy savings and reducing GHG emissions. The report also notes that LED lighting is in a growth phase and is becoming more widely adopted in the BNI sector.
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.
ER: 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 time of evaluation. Sections Recommendations 1. Continue t...
AI summary The 2017 evaluation recommends that ENS continue monitoring the LED market evolution, noting decreasing barriers and increasing adoption in the BNI sector. The recommendation emphasizes examining market indicators to determine when certain product categories should be removed from the BER program as market transformation progresses.
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.
and 10 is “completely satisfied” how would you rate your satisfaction with the Business Energy Rebates program overall? [RECORD NUMBER, 98=Don’t know, 99 Refused] DO NOT ACCEPT A RANGE S2. [IF S1<8] What was the most important reason you w...
AI summary The text outlines a survey about the Business Energy Rebates program, asking participants to rate their satisfaction and identify reasons for dissatisfaction, including issues with the application process, rebate amounts, and time delays.
Make forms more user-friendly) 7 (ENS staff should be more knowledgeable) 8 (No recommendation) 96 (Other – SPECIFY: ) 98 (Don’t know) 99 (Refused) B6. [ASK IF B5=1] What kind of information would improve the Business Energy Rebate Program...
AI summary The text outlines survey questions related to improving the Business Energy Rebate Program and gathering firmographic data for statistical purposes. It includes response options for user-friendliness of forms, staff knowledge, and organizational activity categories.
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.
know 2% - Base: Respondents who previously saw ENS energy-efficiency promotional materials 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 Busi...
AI summary The text presents survey results from 2016 and 2017 regarding participant satisfaction with the Business Energy Rebates (BER) program. The mean satisfaction scores were 8.6 in 2016 and 9.0 in 2017. The survey also asks respondents to identify the most important reason for not being more satisfied with the program.
1 - Base: Respondents who were not satisfied with interaction and communication with contractors or distributors (NOT SATISFIED: S3b<8) Multiple responses Project No. 6138 25 Efficient Product Rebates Efficiency Nova Scotia 2017 DSM Evalua...
AI summary The document discusses dissatisfaction with rebate amounts and the time required to receive rebates under the Efficient Product Rebates program managed by Efficiency Nova Scotia. Respondents felt the rebate amounts were too small and the process was slow.
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.
acking sheet by Econoler. Additionally, record Manufacturer and Model Number, and all Technical Data (Operating Temp, CFM, Size, Control Info) Compressed Air Products Installed Cycling refrigerated air dryer Manufacturer: Model Number: Com...
AI summary The document contains forms and data collection sheets for compressed air products installed under the Efficient Product Rebates Program by Efficiency Nova Scotia, including details on refrigerated air dryers, VSD screw compressors, air-entraining air nozzles, and no-loss drains. It requires information on manufacturers, models, capacities, and operational status.
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.
fied linear LED fixtures carried by your company? RECORD RATING: _ RECORD EXPLANATION: Section B: LED Downlight Fixtures Ask if LED downlight fixtures were rebated through the program I have a few questions about your sales of LED downligh...
AI summary The text outlines a series of questions regarding the sales of LED downlight fixtures under the Business Energy Rebates (BER) program, focusing on sales trends, competitor activity, and the proportion of residential purchases. It seeks to understand changes in sales volume and the factors influencing them.
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.
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.
he overall program S2. The program support and communications provided by ENS S3. The rebate processing, tracking and reporting S4. Finally, do you have any suggestions to improve the program? Record: No suggestion at this time Those are a...
AI summary The document discusses the evaluation of the Efficient Product Rebates Program, specifically focusing on the revised equivalent effective useful life (EUL) for lighting products in the BER-Mail-in service. The EUL is calculated by dividing the rated lifetime of lamps or fixtures by annual HOU and adjusting for baseline increases.
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.
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.
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.
was considered standard industry practice. Since ENS established all of its program component savings targets as incremental savings, the evaluated savings were modified to correspond to that definition. Energy savings that persist year ov...
AI summary The evaluation of ENS program savings found that incremental savings were considered standard practice, but savings dependent on ongoing support were not captured. A project involving a compressed air system replacement led to double-counting savings, requiring baseline adjustments and suggesting the need for systematic reviews to ensure accuracy.
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 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 metrics are used to evaluate the effectiveness of energy efficiency initiatives.
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.
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.
Refrigerators 0.057 0.008 Total 21.914 4.028 The savings attributable to C&S have resulted from increasing the mandatory minimum efficiency levels applicable to the targeted products and building codes in the market. Although similar produ...
AI summary The text discusses the savings generated by Codes and Standards (C&S) and Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) programs, highlighting that C&S savings result from increasing mandatory minimum efficiency levels, while ENS savings come from improving product efficiency above regulated standards. These savings are distinct and non-overlapping.
estimate peak demand savings for clothes washers. The Evaluator estimates that the introduction of the regulation generated 0.337 MW in peak savings in Nova Scotia in 2017, as summarized in Table 31. Table 31: Peak Demand Savings Associate...
AI summary The text discusses peak demand savings from the introduction of clothes washer standards in Nova Scotia in 2017, estimating total peak demand savings of 0.337 MW. It references Table 31, which provides detailed breakdowns of energy and peak demand savings by product class.
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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.
broilers, turkeys, and sheep. Note: For facility types not listed, where mechanical ventilation has been or would traditionally be employed, contact Efficiency Nova Scotia for a customized rebate. Livestock Waterers Product Criteria Wattag...
AI summary The document outlines rebate programs for energy-efficient equipment in agricultural settings, including livestock waterers, engine block timers, and dairy farm compressors, with specific criteria and rebate amounts.
Criteria Rebate Dairy Scroll Compressor • Must replace reciprocating compressor $50 / hp Heat Reclaimer Unit • Must electrically heat water $1,250 / unit (HRU) • Cannot be replacing existing HRU • Cannot be replacing existing milk 10-49 Pl...
AI summary The document outlines rebate criteria for specific equipment upgrades in dairy operations, including compressors, heat reclaimers, and vacuum pumps. Eligibility conditions and rebate amounts are specified for each item, with some restrictions such as not replacing existing units. The document is part of a regulatory proceeding and includes a reference to ENS-01159-V1.
ENS-01159-V1 Date Filed: May 30, 2018 SBA IR-15 Attachment 1, Page 3 of 23 Efficient Product Rebates Commercial Compressed Air Equipment Rebate Guide The following tables list the product requirements and rebates available for energy-effic...
AI summary This document outlines rebate programs for energy-efficient compressed air products, including air-entraining air nozzles and cycling refrigerated air dryers, with specific eligibility criteria and rebate amounts for different capacities.
• Dryers up to 300 cubic feet per minute (CFM) capacity are eligible for 151 - 200 rebates. $200 201 - 250 $250 251 - 300 $350 No-Loss Drains Product Requirements Rebate Timed drains use a timer to set a local lower limit of condensation i...
AI summary The text outlines rebate programs for energy-efficient commercial heating equipment, specifying eligibility and rebate amounts based on dryer capacity and no-loss drain units. It also mentions a separate guide for VFD rebates and eligibility criteria for additional rebates based on utility bill amounts.
bsite efficiencyns.ca/business. If your utility bill is less than $3,800 monthly and you have not yet purchased your products, your business may qualify for rebates in addition to those listed here. Integrated Dual Enthalpy Economizer Cont...
AI summary The document outlines rebate programs for businesses in Nova Scotia for specific energy-efficient products. It includes details on eligibility and rebate amounts for Integrated Dual Enthalpy Economizer Controls and HVAC Hotel Occupancy Sensors.
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.
st be network-based • Must enable both monitor shut-down as well as computer sleep mode within 30 minutes of inactivity • Eligible systems must not allow user changes to individual computer power management settings Server-Based Power $10/...
AI summary The text outlines criteria for eligible server-based power management software and server virtualization/decommissioning programs, including requirements for installation, usage, and disposal, as well as rebate determination based on project-specific factors.
by-project • New construction projects not eligible basis. • Pre-approval mandatory ENERGY STAR® Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) Product Criteria Rebate Voltage and Frequency • Must be ENERGY STAR certified ® Determined Independent (V...
AI summary The document outlines rebate criteria for energy-efficient commercial kitchen equipment and uninterruptible power supplies, emphasizing pre-approval requirements and eligibility based on construction type and certification standards like ENERGY STAR.
t our website efficiencyns.ca. If your utility bill is less than $3,800 monthly and you have not yet purchased your products, your business may qualify for rebates in addition to those listed here. Hot Food Holding Cabinets Product Interio...
AI summary The document outlines rebate programs for commercial businesses in Nova Scotia for purchasing energy-efficient hot food holding cabinets and dishwashers, with specific rebate amounts based on product type and compliance with ENERGY STAR® standards.
Product Requirements Rebate Under-Counter Dishwasher $250 Single-Tank Door Type Dishwasher • ENERGY STAR rated ® $800 • Built-in booster heater Single-Tank Conveyor Dishwasher $700 • Building uses electrically heated water Multi-Tank Conve...
AI summary The document outlines rebate amounts for various types of dishwashers, including under-counter, single-tank, and multi-tank models, with specific requirements such as ENERGY STAR ratings and the presence of electric hot water boosters. Efficiency Nova Scotia offers additional rebates for converting to gas-heated dishwashers.
Product Requirements Rebate • ENERGY STAR rated ® Standard Capacity Electric Fryer $500 • MUST be replacing an electric fryer or a new installation • ENERGY STAR® rated Standard Capacity Gas Fryer $2,000 • MUST be replacing an electric fry...
AI summary The text outlines rebate amounts and product requirements for various kitchen appliances, including electric and gas fryers and griddles, emphasizing ENERGY STAR® certification and replacement criteria.
ENS-01163-V1 Date Filed: May 30, 2018 SBA IR-15 Attachment 1, Page 10 of 23 Refrigerators Eligible Product Volume (ft3) Product Requirements Rebate • ENERGY STAR rated ® Solid Door Refrigerator ALL $3 / ft3 • Standalone unit < 15 • ENERGY...
AI summary The document outlines rebate rates for eligible refrigerators and freezers based on their volume and product requirements, such as being ENERGY STAR® rated and standalone units.
15 $12 / ft3 • Replaces existing glass door freezer Ice Makers Harvest Rate Product Product Requirements Rebate (lb / day) 200-500 $80 500-750 $145 Ice Making Head 750-1000 $200 • ENERGY STAR® rated > 1000 $250 • Must be replacing non-ENER...
AI summary The text outlines rebate amounts for various ice maker models based on their harvest rates, with specific eligibility criteria such as ENERGY STAR® ratings and replacement of non-ENERGY STAR® ice makers.
ALL $50 Harvest Rate can be found on a product specification sheet or the ENERGY STAR® Ice maker Qualified Product List. Kitchen Exhaust Demand Controlled Ventilation (DCV) Product Product Requirements Rebate • Controlled by temperature a...
AI summary The text outlines rebate programs for energy-efficient commercial laundry products, including requirements and rebate amounts for commercial washing machines and kitchen exhaust systems. Efficiency Nova Scotia is mentioned as a contact for assistance with product specifications.
apartments are not eligible for rebates) Commercial Clothes Dryers Measure Criteria Rebate • Unit must replace an existing electric clothes dryer of similar Natural Gas Conversion of capacity Electric Commercial $400 • Used for a commercia...
AI summary The document outlines rebate criteria for commercial clothes dryers and lighting products. It specifies eligibility requirements, including ENERGY STAR® certification and minimum energy efficiency standards. Rebates are available for natural gas conversions and heat pump dryers, but not for units in individual apartments or new construction.
$25 2x4 Troffer $30 Enjoy the good things efficiency brings. 3 10,000 lm $50 • Includes both horizontal refrigerated case luminaires and vertical refrigerated Refrigerated Case Luminaire Mail-in case luminaires installed in All $6 / ft ref...
AI summary The document outlines rebate criteria for specific lighting products, including linear ambient luminaires and refrigerated case luminaires, with varying rebate amounts based on lumens and installation method.
lled in All $6 / ft refrigerators and freezers • Must be DLC qualified • Includes luminaires that 575 – 1,199 lm $10 illuminate walls in interior Wall-wash Luminaire In-store spaces > 1,200 lm $20 • Must be DLC qualified • Includes ceiling...
AI summary The text outlines various lighting product incentives, specifying eligibility criteria, installation requirements, and reimbursement rates for different types of lighting products such as wall-wash luminaires, track or mono-point direction luminaires, and four-pin-base replacement lamps for CFLs.
lamps • Must be DLC qualified 2 foot $2.50 • Designed to replace T5/T8/T12 3 foot $3 Linear Replacement Lamp In-store fluorescent lamps 4 foot $4 • Must be DLC qualified 8 foot $6 U-Bend $5 Outdoor Lighting Product Availability Criteria Re...
AI summary The text outlines rebate amounts for various lighting products, including linear replacement lamps and outdoor wall-mounted area luminaires, with specific criteria such as DLC qualification and lumens. It also includes a promotional message from Efficiency Nova Scotia.
$100 Parking Garage Luminaire Mail-in luminaires and retrofit kits • Must be DLC qualified > 6,500 lm $150 • Includes fuel pump canopy 2,000 – 6,999 lm $80 Fuel Pump Canopy luminaires and retrofit kits Mail-in Luminaire > 7,000 lm $150 • M...
AI summary The text outlines rebate criteria for various lighting products, including parking garage luminaires, fuel pump canopies, and LED replacement lamps for HID lamps, specifying eligibility, qualifications, and rebate amounts.
SBA IR-15 Attachment 1, Page 16 of 23 Product Availability Criteria Rebate • Minimum three year warranty • Minimum 60 lumens per watt • Undergone IES testing (LM-79 and LM-80 or equivalent) Case Lighting for Sign Mail-in $2.50 / ft Retrofi...
AI summary The document outlines rebate criteria for lighting products, including case lighting for sign retrofit applications and lighting controls such as occupancy sensors. Specific eligibility requirements, such as lumens per watt, warranty duration, and system compatibility, are detailed for each product category.
certified or DLC approved fixtures with integrated occupancy sensors • Fixture must automatically shut off during the day by using a timer, photo-sensor or similar technology Occupancy Sensor - Exterior In-store • For use with LED or $10 f...
AI summary The text outlines rebate programs for efficient product installation, including requirements for occupancy sensors and daylighting controls, with specific eligibility criteria and rebate amounts for commercial pool equipment.
%D% Date Filed: May 30, 2018 SBA IR-15 Attachment 1, Page 17 of 23 Efficient Product Rebates Commercial Pool Equipment Rebate Guide The following table lists the product requirements and rebates available for energy-efficient commercial p...
AI summary The document outlines rebate programs for energy-efficient commercial pool and pumping equipment, including eligibility criteria and rebate amounts. It emphasizes ENERGY STAR® certified products and recommends working with pool system contractors for installation.
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.
e Guide The following tables list the product requirements and rebates available for energy efficient commercial refrigeration products. For more information please visit our website efficiencyns.ca. If your utility bill is less than $3,80...
AI summary The document outlines rebate programs for energy-efficient commercial refrigeration products, including strip-curtains, cooler night covers, open-to-closed cooler conversions, and zero-energy doors for reach-in coolers. Rebates are provided based on specific product requirements and eligibility criteria.
$120/door reach-in coolers • Door frames with electric resistance heating (heaters in door or frames) are not eligible. Humidity or conductivity based heater controls that limit heater operation $80/door Door heater controls to periods of...
AI summary The text outlines eligibility criteria and rebate amounts for energy efficiency measures related to reach-in coolers and evaporator fan motor controls. Door frames with electric resistance heating are not eligible, while humidity or conductivity-based heater controls are eligible for rebates.
e. Product Criteria Rebate • Energy analysis must be submitted with application. • Rebates are only available for projects that off- Solar domestic hot water set electricity. Application must be approved Determined on a project- (DHW) syst...
AI summary This document outlines rebate criteria for solar domestic hot water and space heating systems, requiring energy analysis and CSA approval. It also mentions Efficient Product Rebates for Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) and directs users to Efficiency Nova Scotia’s preferred modelling software, RETScreen.
sit our website efficiencyns.ca. If your utility bill is less than $3,800 monthly and you have not yet purchased your products, your business may qualify for rebates in addition to those listed here. To qualify for a rebate, the VFD will b...
AI summary The text outlines eligibility criteria and rebate amounts for Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) used in specific applications by businesses with monthly utility bills under $3,800. Rebates vary based on motor horsepower and application type, with additional requirements such as automatic control and new installation.
on the drive AC input connections (ask your supplier for more 25 hp information). $2,500 • VFDs that control forward-curve fans with inlet guide vanes or variable $3,000 30 hp pitch vane-axial fans are not eligible for rebates. 40 hp • Mus...
AI summary The document outlines rebate criteria and amounts for energy-efficient commercial water heating products, specifically focusing on heat pump water heating systems. It specifies that systems with an energy factor greater than 2.3 and installed in electrically heated spaces are eligible for a $600 rebate.
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.
VOLUNTEERED 8 Don’t know/No answer Date Filed: May 30, 2018 SBA IR-16 Attachment 1, Page 40 of 81 19. [POSE Q.19 ONLY IF CODE 1 OR CODE 2 IN Q.18] And would you say that the reductions in energy use achieved as a result of these efficiency...
AI summary The text presents a series of questions related to energy efficiency programs, focusing on the outcomes of efficiency upgrades, monitoring of energy consumption, and changes in electricity bills. It includes options for responses and volunteer answers, indicating a survey or evaluation process.
NUMBER OF NUMBER OF FUTURE PCT OF BUDGET REGION NSPI RATE CODE ENERGY USE RECOMMEND ENSC OPINION OF ENSC LOCATION STATUS FTEs LOCATIONS PARTICIPATION SPENT ON ENERGY OVERALL Halifax Rest of Sig LT sig LT LT Comp LT comp 5% or 6% or 10 11 2...
AI summary The text presents data related to energy use, participation in energy efficiency programs, and budget allocation for energy initiatives in different regions of Nova Scotia. It includes metrics such as the number of locations, FTEs, and percentages of budgets spent on energy.
NUMBER OF NUMBER OF FUTURE PCT OF BUDGET REGION NSPI RATE CODE ENERGY USE RECOMMEND ENSC OPINION OF ENSC LOCATION STATUS FTEs LOCATIONS PARTICIPATION SPENT ON ENERGY OVERALL Halifax Rest of Sig LT sig LT LT Comp LT comp 5% or 6% or 10 11 2...
AI summary The text presents data on the number of FTEs, locations, and energy use across regions, along with opinions on energy efficiency programs. It highlights concerns such as 'too much paperwork' and 'cost of upgrades' with varying levels of impact across different areas and participant types.
NUMBER OF NUMBER OF FUTURE PCT OF BUDGET REGION NSPI RATE CODE ENERGY USE RECOMMEND ENSC OPINION OF ENSC LOCATION STATUS FTEs LOCATIONS PARTICIPATION SPENT ON ENERGY OVERALL Halifax Rest of Sig LT sig LT LT Comp LT comp 5% or 6% or 10 11 2...
AI summary The text presents data on energy use, budget allocation, and participation in energy programs across different regions in Nova Scotia, including the number of locations, FTEs, and energy use expectations. It also includes opinions and recommendations related to energy and sustainability compliance.
NUMBER OF NUMBER OF FUTURE PCT OF BUDGET REGION NSPI RATE CODE ENERGY USE RECOMMEND ENSC OPINION OF ENSC LOCATION STATUS FTEs LOCATIONS PARTICIPATION SPENT ON ENERGY OVERALL Halifax Rest of Sig LT sig LT LT Comp LT comp 5% or 6% or 10 11 2...
AI summary The document presents data on energy use, participation rates, and budget allocations across different regions in Nova Scotia, highlighting the number of locations, FTEs, and energy use categories. It includes information on the percentage of the budget spent on energy and the location status (own, lease, rent) for different regions.
NUMBER OF NUMBER OF FUTURE PCT OF BUDGET REGION NSPI RATE CODE ENERGY USE RECOMMEND ENSC OPINION OF ENSC LOCATION STATUS FTEs LOCATIONS PARTICIPATION SPENT ON ENERGY OVERALL Halifax Rest of Sig LT sig LT LT Comp LT comp 5% or 6% or 10 11 2...
AI summary The table presents data on energy use and participation rates across different regions in Nova Scotia, including the number of FTEs, locations, and energy use percentages. It also includes recommendations and opinions from ENSC regarding energy efficiency and compliance.
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.
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.
ceipts or invoices for labour. The participant emails the above information to [email protected] or faxes it to 902-470- 3599, along with their business name and contact details. 5 Some participants may already have a contractor...
AI summary The text outlines the process for participants in the Small Business Energy Survey (SBES) to submit information for energy-efficient upgrades. Participants can email or fax details to ENS, and if they are NS Power customers, they may opt for interest-free financing on their power bill, with ENS providing a rebate cheque and recovering the cost through future payments.
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.
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.
fuel service provider. Eligible measures are listed within the BER forms found online at efficiencyns.ca/BER and can be divided into the following 13 categories: • Agriculture • Heating • Lighting • IT & Datacenters • Refrigeration • Varia...
AI summary The Business Energy Rebates (BER) program outlines eligible energy efficiency measures and application requirements. Eligible measures are categorized into 13 types, and specific criteria such as industry standards must be met. Applications must be submitted to ENS within 90 days of installation, with pre-approval required for certain high-value or specific technologies.
eir product eligibility. In this case, the BER team will review and pre-approve projects to ensure a participant’s investment meets the eligibility requirements for an incentive through BER. 22 P a g e Date Filed: May 30, 2018 SBA IR-16 At...
AI summary The document outlines the application process for the Business Energy Rebates (BER) program, including required documentation, payment preferences, and the pre-approval process for energy efficiency projects. Participants can choose between a rebate or 0 percent financing and must submit proof of purchase and other relevant documents.
the participant can purchase and install their energy-efficient upgrades once they receive approval to proceed from BER staff.14 Pre-approval is typically provided within 5-10 business days. Step 3: Once the installation is completed, ENS...
AI summary The process for participants to receive energy efficiency rebates involves pre-approval, installation, and post-installation verification. Participants can also choose to finance their projects through NS Power. ENS is responsible for reviewing applications and ensuring eligibility, with third-party evaluations and UARB oversight.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
• 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.
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.
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.
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.
ay 30, 2018 SBA IR-17 Attachment 1, Page 81 of 92 Table 3 Attachment 1, Page 9 of 20 Update on Implementation of 2016 Evaluation Recommendations Expected Recommendation Text Source Status Comments Period of Completion Start using the new m...
AI summary In 2016, the Evaluator improved the methodology for calculating interactive effects used by ENS and applied it to several programs, including BER, Custom, and SBES. This new method was implemented and is recommended for use in 2017.
iness Energy SBES, and Custom program components. Rebates, Custom, and Small Business Energy Solutions. It is recommended that this new methodology be applied in 2017.
AI summary The text discusses the implementation of a new methodology for energy efficiency programs, including rebates, custom solutions, and small business energy solutions, with a recommendation to apply it in 2017.
t transformation is achieved. Based on the state of the market, different exit strategies that can lead to continuous energy savings even after a program or incentive has ended could be investigated. Closely monitor the evolution of the re...
AI summary The document discusses the impact of new Canadian energy efficiency regulations on refrigerator and clothes washer markets in Nova Scotia, noting that many products already meet new standards. ENS has adopted these standards as a baseline and will monitor the market to assess the cost-effectiveness of appliance rebates.
tailed final design evaluation report, or the necessary section views and component drawings to indicate all material layers, insulation levels and thickness contained in wall and ceiling components. Continue improving the BER Mail-in inte...
AI summary The document discusses improvements to the BER Mail-in internal review procedure, focusing on addressing issues with lighting measure categories. These issues include inconsistent hours of use, ballast factors, and baseline wattages. ENS has implemented measures such as modifying application forms and updating tools to improve accuracy.
input obtained from interviews with distributors. Sales data of non-efficient lighting products, if available, might also allow comparing the sales level of products rebated through Instant Rebates. Update the values used in the BER Mail-i...
AI summary The text discusses updates to values used in BER Mail-in and Instant Rebates calculations based on the 2016 evaluation results. ENS agrees with the recommendation and has implemented the changes, updating assumptions and baseline values in the CIRx tool for 2017 projects.
, which ENS reviews. ENS should require that all M&V plans include either an estimate of peak demand savings or a summary of the energy conservation measures with the potential to reduce peak demand. Continue to support EMIS and identify p...
AI summary ENS reviews M&V plans to ensure they include peak demand savings estimates or energy conservation measures that reduce peak demand. ENS supports the continuation and expansion of EMIS, citing participant satisfaction and potential for additional savings beyond the first year of participation.
t could include additional support to participants or some form of performance incentive for service providers to identify potential new measures after easy, low-cost measures have been implemented. Track major changes to facility operatio...
AI summary The text discusses the need for performance incentives for service providers and the importance of tracking changes in facility operations to adjust energy baselines. It highlights an example where a retrofit project led to double-counting of energy savings due to an outdated baseline, emphasizing the need for systematic reviews to ensure accurate reporting.
contacted them, partly because the auditor cannot recommend these contractors to participants. To address this issue, ENS could meet with auditors to discuss alternative methods for estimating costs.
AI summary ENS is considering meeting with auditors to discuss alternative methods for estimating costs, as the current approach may not be recommended by auditors to participants.