Topic:"Energy Efficiency Financing" in M12249

1 Table 1: 2023-2026 DSM Extension Insights Insights 2023-2025 Plan as Approved 2026 DSM Extension 2023-2026 Carbon Emissions Avoided First-Year CO₂e Savings (kt) 326 26 352 Lifetime CO 2 e Savings (kt) 1,742 134 1,877 Portfolio Summary) F...

AI summary The table presents insights on the 2023-2026 DSM Extension, including carbon emissions avoided, energy and demand savings, investment breakdowns, and cost metrics. The extension aligns with objectives of maintaining 15% to 20% investment in low-income and equity programs.

& lt;sup>b 2026 EE results closely align with the 2026 DSM Extension design objectives of an energy savings split of 40% Residential and 60% BNI programs. & lt;sup>c Excluding Enabling Strategies investment. 2026 EE investment closely alig...

AI summary The 2026 Energy Efficiency (EE) results align with the 2026 DSM Extension objectives, with a split of 40% residential and 60% BNI programs. Investment splits for EE and DR are discussed, along with cost and benefit calculations, including first-year and lifetime unit costs and net benefits based on Program Administrator Cost (PAC).

1 Table 5: 2026 Program Savings and Investment First Voor Lifetime Dool: FF Total Program a Lifetime First Year Energy Energy Peak EE Demand Available Resource Administrator 2026 Investment a ($ million) Benefits b Savings Savings Savings...

AI summary Table 5 provides a detailed breakdown of 2026 program savings and investment for residential and business energy efficiency programs, demand response initiatives, and enabling strategies in Nova Scotia. It outlines investments, benefits, and cost tests for various energy efficiency and demand response programs.

1 Table 5: Program Savings & Investment 2026 DSM Extension 2026 Investment a ($ million) Lifetime Benefits b ($ million) First Year Energy Savings (GWh) Lifetime Energy Savings c (GWh) Peak EE Demand Savings (MW) Available Capacity (MW) To...

AI summary Table 5 outlines the 2026 DSM Extension program savings and investment, including residential and business energy efficiency programs, enabling strategies, and demand response initiatives. It details investment amounts, lifetime benefits, energy savings, and other metrics for various programs.

Program Component Changes • • o enrolled devices. o o o • Extension as outlined in the approved 2023-2025 Plan. participate in DR events. incentive payment for participating. to participate in DR events. Residential Demand Response will fo...

AI summary The 2026 Residential Demand Response Program Component outlines changes and extensions based on the approved 2023-2025 Plan. It includes DR pathways such as Direct Load Control (DLC) smart thermostats, DLC water heaters, and DLC Electric Vehicle Managed Charging. Customers receive annual payments for participation, and direct installation options are available with upfront incentives.

7 Table 21: 2026 Summary of the BNI Demand Response Program Component Extension Investment ($M) New Capacity (MW)a Available Capacity (MW) Participation (participants) Program Component Changes • • o o o o o o o outlined in the approved 20...

AI summary The BNI Demand Response Program Component for 2026 includes various pathways such as load reduction during DR events, battery discharging, and participation in the Eco Shift pilot. The program will follow a similar approach to BNI Curtailment, with annual payments based on performance, and includes options like DLC smart thermostats and electric vehicle managed charging.

(c) Please see part (b) of this IR response. 1 Request IR-22: 21 provides an explanation for the variance in its quarterly reports. 22 23 Consistent with the approach used for incentive-level input development, E1 used current 24 direct in...

AI summary The text discusses the calculation of Gross Per Unit One-Time Incremental Cost and Per Unit DSM Customer Cost, highlighting the difference between implementing efficient measures versus baseline measures, and how incentives affect these costs. It references Attachment 1 for detailed tables and mentions the 2026 DSM Extension Measure-level Energy Efficiency Technical Tables.

Program costs by participating rate classes Program Efficient Product Rebates RES Energy Savings (GWh) Demand Savings (MW) Existing Residential Energy Savings (GWh) Demand Savings (MW) New Residential Energy Savings (GWh) Demand Savings (M...

AI summary The document presents a table detailing program costs and energy and demand savings by rate class for various energy efficiency programs in Nova Scotia. It includes data for different programs such as Efficient Product Rebates, Custom Incentives, and Direct Installation, along with their respective savings and costs.

M12249 – EfficiencyOne (E1) Application for Approval of the 2026 DSM Extension 1 o As DR programs scale-up, fixed costs will be spread over more capacity 4 • Affordable Single-Family Homes – Rationale for inclusion - These energy efficient...

AI summary The document discusses the rationale for including certain programs in the 2026 DSM Extension, focusing on equity, accessibility, and the justification for measures that do not pass the TRC test. It highlights subsidized energy audits, support for Mi'kmaw communities, and early-stage measures with potential for long-term benefits.

Date Filed: June 25, 2025 REDACTED Synapse IR-04, Attachment 1, Page 6 of 19 2026 Investmenta ($ million) Lifetime Benefitsb ($ million) First Year Energy Savings (GWh) Lifetime Energy Savings (GWh) Peak EE Demand Savings (MW) Available DR...

AI summary The document provides a detailed breakdown of investment and benefits for various energy efficiency (EE) and demand response (DR) programs in Nova Scotia for 2026. It outlines program-specific investments, lifetime benefits, energy savings, and associated costs, with a focus on residential, business, non-profit, and institutional programs.

Instant Savings • Starting in 2025, the program component transitioned to year-round set rebates on all qualifying products in place of seasonal campaign due to the adoption of a LED baseline in early 2025. E1 discontinued point-of sale re...

AI summary The Instant Savings program transitioned to year-round rebates in 2025 due to the adoption of a LED baseline, and E1 discontinued point-of-sale rebates on LED products by the end of 2024. A $2.5 million investment in 2026 will support the installation of around 40,000 products.

10 - 6 All data except PAC for 2023 Actuals, 2024 Actuals, 2025 Forecast, and 2023-2026 Total from E1 response 7 to Synapse IR-08 - 8 Synapse calculated the PAC for 2023 Actuals, 2024 Actuals, 2025 Forecast, and 2023-2026 Total by dividing...

AI summary The text references data calculations related to Program Administrator Cost (PAC) by Synapse, involving data from E1 and calculations based on Lifetime Benefits and Investment figures.

Extension Program Component Demand Response Option Investment ($ million) 2026 DSM Extension PAC 2026 DSM Extension TRC Residential DLC-Water Heating 0.31 0.33 Demand EV Charging Control 12/0 0.05 0.06 Response BTM Battery Control n/a 0.18...

AI summary The document presents a table with investment figures and cost estimates for various demand response programs under the 2026 DSM Extension, including residential and business components. It outlines Program Administrator Cost (PAC) and Total Resource Cost (TRC) for different initiatives such as EV charging control, water heating, and thermostat programs.

Economic and Policy Analysis Attorney General's Office of Ratepayer Advocacy- Massachusetts (October 2023 – Present) - Provides economic, technical, and policy related consulting services to the AG's office related to MA's 2025 to 2027 Ene...

AI summary The Attorney General's Office of Ratepayer Advocacy in Massachusetts is working with consultants to support the development of energy efficiency plans and decarbonization initiatives, including the Clean Heat Standard and geothermal projects. The consultant has led a review of Eversource's geothermal demonstration project.

Technical Assistance for Energy Efficiency Program Planning - Developed multivariable regression model and framework to estimate the cost per kW to address a reliability gap in the St. Albans region with targeted energy efficiency. - Revie...

AI summary The text outlines technical assistance efforts related to energy efficiency program planning, including the development of a multivariable regression model, analysis of program proposals for a community energy fund, and preparation of a report on renewable generation benefits.

Training for NGOs Working on Energy Efficiency Projects in China ISC and NRDC – United States and China (August 2008 – September 2010) - Developed training materials and provided remote and in-person training sessions on the economic and f...

AI summary This document outlines a training initiative for NGOs working on energy efficiency projects in China, conducted by ISC and NRDC from 2008 to 2010. The initiative focused on economic and financial analysis of industrial retrofit projects and included collaboration with local organizations in Guangdong and Jiangsu Provinces.

Testimony and Proceeding Participation Forum On Behalf Of Docket/Matter Date Issues Addressed Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission UGI Gas Utilities Inc. – Gas Division R-2018-3006814, UGI Gas Utilities Inc. – Gas Division, Rate Case Jan...

AI summary The document outlines participation in energy efficiency and conservation plan proceedings before the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission, involving multiple entities and matters related to rate cases and plan implementations.

3.0 2026 DSM EXTENSION APPLICATION - [7] E1 seeks approval to invest the legislated $63,750,000 to achieve the following targets for 2026 under the four categories that were approved for the 2023-2025 DSM Plan: - a) Incremental annual net...

AI summary E1 seeks approval to invest $63.75 million to achieve updated energy efficiency and demand savings targets for 2026 under the extended 2023–2026 DSM Plan. The revised targets include cumulative energy savings and demand reductions, with a focus on low-income and equity programs. E1 used Guidehouse's modeling tools and engaged the DSMAG for input.

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AI summary The text discusses various energy efficiency and demand response programs, including direct load control, smart thermostat installations, and electric vehicle charging management. It outlines participation incentives, payment structures, and customer engagement strategies. The content highlights initiatives such as the Business Energy Program, direct installation of energy-efficient devices, and education efforts through case studies and outreach.

13 Request IR-20: - 14 Reference: Appendix A, Page 45, Section 7. Enabling Strategies. - 15 (a) Please expand Table 22 to include the investment for each year from 2023, 16 2024 and 2025 (separately) planned and actual and provide a breakd...

AI summary The document includes two requests related to financial and program details. Request IR-20 asks for expanded investment data from 2023 to 2025 and cost allocation by customer class. Request IR-21 seeks information on the percentage of product costs covered by incentives in LED lighting campaigns.

- 25 (b) Please explain the "LED baseline changes in 2025" and why increased 26 rebates were required. 1 2 (c) Did E1 have data or information that suggested that consumers would not purchase LEDs absent higher incentives? If so, please pr...

AI summary The text requests explanations regarding the 'LED baseline changes in 2025' and the need for increased rebates, as well as data on consumer behavior, calculations for cost ratios, societal cost test values, and forecasted avoided costs for energy in the context of the DSM Plan.

Table 5: 2026 Program Savings and Investment 2026 Investment Lifetime Benefits b First Year Energy Savings Lifetime Energy Savings c Peak EE Demand Savings Available Capacity Total Resource Cost Test Program Administrator Cost Test ,,,,,,,...

AI summary Table 5 outlines the 2026 Program Savings and Investment for energy efficiency and demand response programs in Nova Scotia. It includes details on investment amounts, energy savings, and capacity benefits for residential, business, and institutional programs.

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AI summary The text outlines various programs and initiatives related to energy efficiency and demand-side management, including incentives for electric vehicle charging, smart thermostat installation, and participation in demand response events. It also references components of the DSM Plan and EfficiencyOne (E1), along with customer engagement strategies such as education and case studies.