E-1Application
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1 1. Values were adjusted for the relative value of the Canadian Dollar, as 2 compared to the US Dollar. Three-year average exchange rates were 3 used. 4 5 2. Water savings values were adjusted by using Halifax Water and 6 Wastewater rates...
AI summary The document outlines adjustments made to various values for a regulatory proceeding, including exchange rates, water savings, property valuation, and health benefits. These adjustments were made to align values between Nova Scotia and Massachusetts. Non-energy benefits (NEBs) were evaluated, and certain residential health benefits were excluded from the TRC test. The VEIC conducted analyses on labour rates, fuel costs, and Heating Degree Days, finding no significant differences.
Table 1 - Types of NEBs Recommended for Adaption Residential Business, Non-Profit, and Institutional Thermal Comfort Reduced Operations and Maintenance Noise Reduction Reduction in Other Labour Costs Property Value Increased Rent Revenue E...
AI summary Table 1 outlines types of Non-Energy Benefits (NEBs) recommended for adaptation in residential and business, non-profit, and institutional sectors. Residential NEBs like Lighting Quality and Property Value are one-time values, while others are annual. NEBs are measured on a per-unit basis within the residential sector, aligning with Massachusetts' approach.
Date Filed: September 19, 2018 Page 9 of 15 1 values through VEIC's methodology. The remaining one-third of measures were 2 either valued at zero in the Massachusetts research base, or VEIC was unable to 3 obtain an appropriate proxy value...
AI summary The text discusses the valuation of demand-side management measures through VEIC's methodology, noting that one-third of measures were valued at zero or lacked proxy values. The inclusion of non-energy benefits (NEBs) increased the TRC test result by 24% across the 2016-2018 DSM Resource Plan. VEIC also recommended areas for future research to improve NEBs application in Nova Scotia.
3.1 The Broader Strategy The area of study relating to Non-Energy Benefits has existed for several decades and is continuing to evolve. In addition, different jurisdictions go about the valuation process in different ways, using disparate...
AI summary The document discusses the valuation of Non-Energy Benefits (NEBs) in Nova Scotia, emphasizing a middle-road approach endorsed by the Demand Side Management Advisory Group (DSMAG) and EfficiencyOne. It outlines ongoing efforts to enhance NEB research, including collaboration with Saint Mary's University and the use of a 2016 Massachusetts study for low-income programs. Future changes in data, measure portfolios, and methodologies may also impact NEB research.
1 To allow the work performed to remain relevant to NS, both EfficiencyOne and 2 VEIC recommend that the values described in the VEIC Report (specifically 3 Appendix C) form a "living document". 4 5 Specifically, EfficiencyOne plans to und...
AI summary EfficiencyOne seeks the UARB's approval to use specific values from the VEIC Report for future CE testing and to implement annual NEB values on a per-first-year kWh basis for the BNI sector. They also request approval for an ongoing management and update strategy and to base future Low Income NEB estimates on a 2016 Massachusetts study.
Date Filed: September 19, 2018 Page 14 of 15 1 4. CONCLUSION 2 3 EfficiencyOne is satisfied that the work performed by VEIC has provided a 4 consistent and uniform basis for the valuation of NEBs in Nova Scotia. 5 6 The VEIC methodology st...
AI summary EfficiencyOne confirms that the VEIC methodology provides a consistent and uniform basis for valuing non-energy benefits (NEBs) in Nova Scotia, balancing accuracy with efficiency. They have engaged in extensive consultation with the DSMAG and endorse the Final VEIC Report, requesting the UARB to approve the requests outlined in Section 3.3 of the Application.
Table 5: Heating and Cooling Degree Days in Massachusetts and Nova Scotia 26 Location Heating Degree Days Cooling Degree Days Average Total Conditioning Difference Between Location Base temp 15.5 °C Base temp15.5 °C Days Conditioning Days...
AI summary Table 5 presents Heating and Cooling Degree Days in Massachusetts and Nova Scotia, highlighting differences in climate conditions between locations. The table includes data for cities like Pittsfield, Boston, Sydney, Yarmouth, and Halifax. Section 3.3 discusses Business, Not-For-Profit and Institutional (BNI) Adjustments.
Table 7: Formulas Used to Calculate Overall NEIs for Operations and Maintenance NEIs 30 NEI Category Cost/Revenue Center Formula Measures using formula Percent Operation and Maintenance Internal Labor (Hours per year due to Old Equipment -...
AI summary Table 7 outlines formulas for calculating Non-Energy Impacts (NEIs) related to Operations and Maintenance, focusing on internal labor costs. It includes various formulas involving hours per year, wage rates, and loaded factors, along with percentages indicating their contribution to overall NEIs.
Section 5.0 Recommended NEB Values for Individual Nova Scotia Measures VEIC Recomm nended NEBs DHW Tank Wrap RES-SF $2.79 $7.01 MA TRM p.98 Adjusted- prorated for property value DHW Tank Wrap MURB $2.79 $7.01 MA TRM p.98 Adjusted- prorated...
AI summary This section presents recommended Non-Energy Benefits (NEB) values for various energy efficiency measures in Nova Scotia, including DHW tank wraps, certified wood stoves, pellet stoves, and ground source heat pumps, with values adjusted based on property value and sourced from the Massachusetts Technical Reference Manual.
Table 21: Recommended Electric NEI Estimates by PA Benefit-Cost Measure Category 38 Benefit- Cost Category Sample Category verall I/kWh Statistically Significant? Source of Recommended NEI Cus tom CHP N/A N/A Not Studied Not Sampled Compre...
AI summary Table 21 presents recommended electric Non-Energy Impacts (NEI) estimates by Program Administrator (PA) benefit-cost measure category, including categories such as Comprehensive Design, Compressed Air, and Lighting. The table includes columns for benefit-cost category, sample category, overall I/kWh, statistical significance, and source of recommended NEI.
Appendix B: Total Resource Benefit Cost Ratio with and without NEBs TRC Test Analysis Measure Name Target Market TRC Calculation TRC With NEBs TRC % Change BNI - Efficient Prod - Change Under Counter Commercial Dishwasher (Low Temp) Retail...
AI summary Appendix B presents the Total Resource Benefit Cost Ratio (TRC) with and without Non-Energy Benefits (NEBs) for various energy-efficient commercial appliances. The TRC increases significantly for several measures when NEBs are included, indicating the value of non-energy benefits in cost-benefit analysis.
E-6E1 (NSPI) RIR-1 to RIR-43
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Project and measure cost-effectiveness is generally determined at the customer level during the course of implementing residential and business custom projects. This assessment helps Efficiency Vermont identify and promote with custom fina...
AI summary Efficiency Vermont evaluates the cost-effectiveness of residential and business custom projects at the customer level using the Societal cost-effectiveness test. This approach helps identify and promote measures that maximize net societal benefits. Annual reports summarize the results of these analyses, and standardized assumptions from the Technical Reference Manual are used for prescriptive and semi-prescriptive programs.
E1 Responses to Nova Scotia Power Incorporated Information Requests Measure Name Technology Target Type Market Air Tanks for Load / No-Load Screw Compressors (10 – 40 COM Other hp) Process Commercial Air Tanks for Load / No-Load Screw Comp...
AI summary The document lists various energy efficiency measures, technologies, and target markets under Nova Scotia Power Incorporated's information requests. It includes details on heat pumps, insulation, lighting, and building efficiency programs, targeting residential, commercial, and institutional sectors.
NON-CONFIDENTIAL Department of Public Utilities (DPU or the regulator) on or before October 31 of the applicable planning year. The DPU must, within 90-days of the filing date, approve, modify, or reject and require the resubmission of the...
AI summary The document outlines the process for approving three-year energy efficiency plans and the role of the EEAC in Massachusetts. It mentions the use of NEBs and the development of a long-term energy vision. The EEAC also oversees studies and research to maximize energy efficiency benefits. Supporting documents and reports are referenced for methodology and framework details.
NON-CONFIDENTIAL (b) If no NS-specific evidence is identified that would support the appropriateness of the HDD and CDD aggregation used in Massachusetts, why is it appropriate to use the aggregated Massachusetts values in Nova Scotia? (c)...
AI summary The response from VEIC addresses questions about the use of HDD and CDD aggregation from Massachusetts in Nova Scotia and the demographic variables considered in the study. It explains that the Massachusetts research did not differentiate between heating and cooling comfort and defined comfort based on perceived improvements in home temperature and draftiness.
E-10-(i)Book of Authorities
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[65] In its Closing Submission of May 13, 2011, ENSC stated: With respect to the proposed budget for the 2012 DSM Plan of $43.7M - a modest increase over the 2011 DSM Plan budget of $41.9M - ENSC submits that there is insufficient evidence...
AI summary ENSC argues against increasing the 2012 DSM Plan budget from $43.7M to $53.4M or $58M, citing insufficient evidence and rationale for further increases, especially given that the 2012 plan already exceeds energy savings targets from the 2009 IRP Update. ENSC acknowledges concerns but maintains that the Board should evaluate whether increasing the budget is justified.
II. Post-2015 Goal Allocation Methodologies In 2008, faced with dramatic rate increases due to the removal of price caps established at the time of deregulation, as well as PJM projections of rolling blackouts in the State by 2011 due to g...
AI summary This section discusses the EmPOWER Maryland Energy Efficiency Act of 2008, enacted in response to rising electricity rates and reliability concerns. It outlines the legislative background and the Commission's statutory duty to promote energy efficiency as a least-cost resource, supported by studies like the 2014 ACEEE report.
1. Electric Energy Efficiency Goals The EmPOWER Maryland Planning Work Group utilized a common set of questions to consider the structure and nature of post-2015 energy savings goals. 88 A high level of consensus was achieved regarding sev...
AI summary The EmPOWER Maryland Planning Work Group reached consensus on structural elements for post-2015 energy savings goals, including utility-wide goals and a three-year program cycle. However, there was no consensus on the expression of specific energy savings targets. OPC and the Coalition recommended expressing goals as a percentage of retail sales and achieving 2% annual incremental gross energy savings, while other parties deferred to a potential study.