Topic:"Energy Efficiency Financing" in M12861

1 Programs, and small- to large-scale generation that is fed directly onto the grid via power purchase 2 agreements or direct utility ownership. 25 In the Load Forecast, only the small scale net metering 3 installations are considered, as...

AI summary The text discusses the 2025 Load Forecast for solar installations in Nova Scotia, noting discrepancies between forecasted and actual numbers. It highlights the impact of the Canada Greener Homes program ending in 2025 on residential installations and the continued growth of commercial installations due to incentives. The forecast projects 655 MW of installed capacity by 2036.

-25 -411 models 2 37 This corresponds to the portion of energy provided by NS Power as top-up under the Energy Balancing Service tariff (as outlined in Section 4.8). DATE: May 15, 2026 Page 82 of 105 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMO...

AI summary The document refers to a portion of energy provided by NS Power under the Energy Balancing Service tariff, as outlined in Section 4.8. It also mentions the 2026 Load Forecast Report, which has been redacted.

1 DR forecasts continue to use an effective load carrying capacity (ELCC) of 48 percent to account 2 for the contribution of DR in supporting (or in this case, reducing) the capacity needs on the system 3 to meet the reliability standard (...

AI summary The text discusses the use of Effective Load Carrying Capacity (ELCC) in Demand Response (DR) forecasts, noting that DR contributes 48% to system capacity needs. The ELCC study will reassess this value using data from NS Power’s and E1’s DR programs. Annual DR totals by program are provided in Figure 69, showing increasing participation over time.

ation, changed class distribution. Peak Model Updated based on analysis of 2026 system peak (25th January). Specific directives from the 2025 Load Forecast 5 . REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 Load Forecast Report Appendix...

AI summary The 2026 Load Forecast Report notes a significant reduction in heat pump installations, primarily due to the discontinuation of financial incentives such as the Oil to Heat Pump Affordability (OHPA) program and Home Heating System Rebates in 2025. The forecast predicts a decrease of ~4,000 installations per year compared to the 2025 Load Forecast, with corresponding declines in heat pump heating and cooling demand by 2035.

Year Month Pred 2023 7 1204.3 2023 8 1159.3 2023 9 1083.0 2023 10 1179.2 2023 11 1560.4 2023 12 1803.5 2024 1 1786.2 2024 2 1904.9 2024 3 1786.4 2024 4 1458.4 2024 5 1172.8 2024 6 1167.4 2024 7 1252.1 2024 8 1277.1 2024 9 1141.0 2024 10 12...

AI summary The text presents a table of monthly predicted values (Pred) for various years from 2023 to 2028. The values show fluctuations over time, with peaks in the months of December and troughs in the months of May and June. These figures may represent forecasts for energy demand, production, or other metrics relevant to the regulatory proceeding.

2026 Load Forecast Report (NSEB M12861) NSPI Responses to Synapse Energy Economics Inc. Information Requests 1 Request IR-5: 2 commercialization" and "not widely available at the moment in Canada." Please 3 explain whether NS Power assumes...

AI summary NS Power confirms that the 2026 Load Forecast does not assume any distributed solar plus-storage or storage-only deployment from 2026 through 2036. The response highlights the early stage of battery storage adoption in Nova Scotia, minimal market penetration, and the lack of provincial programs or incentives to drive significant deployment.

SUMMARY OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE - 2023– Present Vice President, Grid Strategies, LLC . Provides research, technical assistance, and expert testimony on electric- and gas-utility planning, economics, and regulation. Reviews electric util...

AI summary The individual has extensive experience in utility planning, regulation, and energy policy, spanning roles in research, regulatory policy, and advocacy. They have provided expert testimony, designed energy efficiency and electrification programs, and worked on renewable energy and market data initiatives.