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Q3 2024 Demand Side Management Report 2024 Quarter Three Activity for the period July 1 – September 30, 2024 Efficiency Nova Scotia is a franchise awarded by the Province of Nova Scotia to EfficiencyOne, an independent not-for-profit corpo...
AI summary The Q3 2024 Demand Side Management Report details Efficiency Nova Scotia's activities from July to September 2024. EfficiencyOne, a not-for-profit, manages the franchise to promote energy efficiency and conservation in Nova Scotia. The report was filed on November 25, 2024.
1. INTRODUCTION - The third quarterly report of 2024 (Q3) summarizes EfficiencyOne's (E1) Demand Side - Management (DSM) results as administrator and operator of the Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) - franchise for the period of July 1 to Sept...
AI summary EfficiencyOne's Q3 2024 report outlines Demand Side Management (DSM) results under the Efficiency Nova Scotia franchise, including energy and peak demand savings. The NSUARB approved a 2023-2025 DSM Plan with specific targets, including 412.7 GWh annual energy savings and 78.8 MW peak demand savings. Mid-course adjustments in 2024 set revised targets within a $59.6 million investment.
2. YEAR-END FORECAST E1 updated its year-end forecast in October 2024 and is projecting to meet its energy and available capacity 2024 mid-course adjusted targets at the portfolio level, while net peak demand savings, and net energy saving...
AI summary E1 updated its 2024 year-end forecast, projecting meeting portfolio energy and capacity targets but falling short on net energy savings for specific programs. Forecasted expenditures exceed mid-course adjusted targets due to higher residential sector spending, including increased uptake in rebates and heat pump installations. The Mi'kmaw Home Energy Efficiency Project and Affordable Housing initiatives face shortfalls, while Residential Efficient Product Rebates overachieve.
Table 1: 2024 Approved Plan, Mid-Course Adjustments, Year-End Forecast, and Q3 Results 202 4 Plan as Ap proved 2024 M id-Course Adj ustments 2024 Year-End For ecast Q. 3 and YTD 2 024 Resu ılts F rogram Status Energy Efficiency (EE) Progra...
AI summary Table 1 presents data on Energy Efficiency (EE) Programs for 2024, including approved plans, mid-course adjustments, year-end forecasts, and Q3 results. It outlines metrics for Efficient Product Rebates, Appliance Retirement, Instant Savings, and Existing Residential programs.
3. QUARTERLY HIGHLIGHTS - In Q3 2024, E1 achieved 33.2 GWh of net incremental energy savings and 5.8 MW of net peak - demand savings. Year-to-date, E1 has achieved 90.7 GWh of net incremental energy savings, 15.4 - MW of net peak demand sa...
AI summary In Q3 2024, E1 achieved 33.2 GWh of net incremental energy savings and 5.8 MW of peak demand savings. Year-to-date, E1 has achieved 90.7 GWh of energy savings, 15.4 MW of peak demand savings, and 7.3 MW of available capacity savings. The section also references DSM program data and program participation metrics, with detailed results in Attachment 1.
1 Table 2: Participation Rates Participation 2024 Plan as Approved 2024 Mid Course (MCA) Q3 2024 Results YTD 2024 Results % of YTD 2024 Results to MCA % of 2024 Plan as Approved Participation Unit Efficient Product Rebates 101,991 255,495...
AI summary Table 2 presents participation rates for various energy efficiency and demand-side management programs in Nova Scotia under the 2024 Plan as Approved, Mid-Course Adjustment (MCA), and year-to-date (YTD) results. It highlights performance metrics such as the percentage of YTD results compared to MCA and the 2024 Plan as Approved, with notable variations across different programs.
21 Table 4: Residential Efficient Product Rebates RESIDENTIAL EFFICIENT PRODUCT REBATES (2024) Residential Efficient Product Rebates Energy Savings (GWh) Demand Savings (MW) Expenditure ($ million) Unit Cost ($/kWh) 2024 Plan 10.4 1.1 4.6...
AI summary Table 4 outlines residential efficient product rebate performance metrics for 2024, including energy savings (GWh), demand savings (MW), expenditures (million $), and unit costs ($/kWh). Data includes 2024 Plan targets, MCA Targets, Year-End Forecasts, Q3 Actuals, and YTD Actuals, with key acronyms related to Nova Scotia energy efficiency programs and regulatory bodies.
RESIDENTIAL EFFICIENT PRODUCT REBATES (2024) - The forecast shows Residential Efficient Product Rebates is on track to achieve its mid-course adjusted energy savings and demand savings. - The latest spending forecast for 2024 is higher tha...
AI summary The Residential Efficient Product Rebates (2024) program is on track to meet mid-course adjusted energy and demand savings targets. Increased 2024 spending forecasts stem from higher-than-expected uptake of lighting rebates during spring and fall Instant Savings campaigns.
Program Components - Appliance Retirement retires old, inefficient household appliances (e.g., refrigerators, freezers, room air conditioners) by offering free appliance pick-up from homes, proper recycling, and a financial incentive. The...
AI summary The document outlines two program components: Appliance Retirement, which removes inefficient appliances and offers incentives, and Instant Savings, providing rebates for energy-efficient purchases. These programs aim to enhance energy efficiency among residents.
Instant Savings Highlights - Q3 energy and demand savings were consistent with expectations as the program component geared up for its fall campaign, which launched September 23 and will run until November 17. Like the spring campaign, fal...
AI summary Q3 energy and demand savings aligned with expectations as the fall campaign (Sep 23-Nov 17) launched, offering higher LED lighting rebates (up to 80%) compared to spring (70%). Marketing efforts included digital channels. Appliance replacement savings are tied to specific programs, with E1 administering initiatives and DSM funds covering costs for non-electrically heated homes.
1 4.2 Existing Residential - 2 The Existing Residential program consists of the following program components: - 3 Affordable Multi-family Housing and Non-Profit Organizations; - 4 Affordable Single-family Homes; - 5 Efficient Product Insta...
AI summary The Existing Residential program includes components such as Affordable Multi-family Housing, Efficient Product Installation, Green Heat, and Home Energy Assessments. These initiatives aim to enhance residential energy efficiency and support non-profit organizations through targeted energy management strategies.
11 Table 5: Existing Residential EXISTING RESIDENTIAL (2024) Existing Residential Energy Savings (GWh) Demand Savings (MW) Expenditure ($ million) Unit Cost ($/kWh) 2024 Plan 58.8 10.2 22.5 0.38 2024 MCA Target 46.5 11.5 19.7 0.42 2024 Yea...
AI summary Table 5 shows Existing Residential energy and demand savings forecasts for 2024, with year-end projections below mid-course adjusted targets due to reduced savings from Residential Behaviour and Affordable Multi-family Housing programs. Increased spending is driven by higher participation needs in Affordable Single-family Homes to offset DSM evaluation overestimations from updated HOT2000 modelling software.
EXISTING RESIDENTIAL (2024) - Efficient Product Installation provides homeowners and tenants with free-of-charge direct installation of energy efficient products such as LED lamps, smart thermostats, air sealing measures, and water-saving...
AI summary The document outlines several energy efficiency programs under the Existing Residential (2024) initiative, including free product installations, financial incentives for heating systems, home energy assessments, targeted projects for Mi'kmaw communities, and a behavior-focused program using AMI data. These programs aim to reduce electricity consumption through technological upgrades, rebates, and consumer education.
Affordable Multi-family Housing Highlights - Energy savings remained low in Q3, as the program component is receiving fewer applications for prescriptive projects than expected in 2024. Average savings per project have also declined, prima...
AI summary Energy savings in the Affordable Multi-family Housing program remained low in Q3 2024 due to fewer prescriptive project applications and smaller building sizes. Efforts to boost participation included revising affordability criteria, planning webinars, and improving application intake. A marketing campaign targeting non-profits continued, with a Q4 email campaign planned for multi-unit residential buildings.
Affordable Single-family Homes Highlights • Affordable Single-family Homes energy and demand savings in Q3 and year-to-date are both higher than the same periods last year, and the program component is on track to meet its midcourse adjust...
AI summary Affordable Single-family Homes energy and demand savings in Q3 and year-to-date exceed last year's figures, with the program on track to meet midcourse adjusted targets. Reduced savings in the 2024 DSM Evaluation are anticipated, though current performance remains positive.
Home Energy Assessment Highlights • Home Energy Assessment energy and demand savings were higher in Q3 than Q2 and remained strong overall and year-to-date. Date Filed: November 25, 2024 Page 14 of 30
AI summary Home Energy Assessment energy and demand savings were higher in Q3 than Q2 and remained strong overall and year-to-date as of November 25, 2024.
Mi'kmaw Home Energy Efficiency Project Highlights - All energy assessments for the current cohort of participants were completed by the end of Q3 and delivery agents are now focused on progressing files through to installation and completi...
AI summary The Mi'kmaw Home Energy Efficiency Project has completed all energy assessments by Q3, with installation efforts moving to Q4. The Q2 2024 DSM Report indicates reduced savings forecasts due to expected evaluation results, including a planned billing analysis to address HOT2000 software overestimation.
Residential Behaviour Highlights - The first energy savings results for the Residential Behaviour program component were available from delivery partner, Bidgely, in Q3. Energy savings of 0.5 GWh were achieved in Q2, and 1.47 GWh were achi...
AI summary The Residential Behaviour program achieved 0.5 GWh savings in Q2 and 1.47 GWh in early Q3, with Bidgely as the delivery partner. E1 reports lower initial savings due to program ramp-up and delayed participant engagement. Q3 efforts focused on improving personalization of Efficiency Insights Reports through enhanced recommendations and survey participation.
1 5. BUSINESS, NON-PROFIT AND INSTITUTIONAL (BNI) SECTOR - 2 The BNI sector consists of the following three programs: - 3 Efficient Product Rebates; - 4 Custom Incentives; and - 5 Direct Installation. 6 - 7 Energy Manager Placements - 8 Un...
AI summary The BNI sector includes three programs: Efficient Product Rebates, Custom Incentives, and Direct Installation. E1's Energy Manager Placements initiative, supported by DSM funding, achieved 17.7 GWh of energy savings in Q3. E1 expects to meet 2024 BNI energy and demand savings targets of 81.6 GWh and 12.2 MW, respectively. Tables are referenced but no program forecasts vary by over 25%.
19 5.1 Efficient Product Rebates 20 The 2024 BNI Efficient Product Rebates program is marketed as Business Energy Rebates.
AI summary The 2024 BNI Efficient Product Rebates program, marketed as Business Energy Rebates, is designed to provide incentives for energy-efficient products to businesses, non-profits, and institutional entities in Nova Scotia.
21 Table 6: BNI Efficient Product Rebates BNI EFFICIENT PRODUCT REBATES (2024) BNI Efficient Product Rebates Energy Savings (GWh) Demand Savings (MW) Expenditure ($ million) Unit Cost ($/kWh) 2024 Plan 35.3 6.7 7.4 0.21 2024 MCA Target 39....
AI summary Table 6 outlines the BNI Efficient Product Rebates program's performance metrics for 2024, including energy and demand savings, expenditures, and unit costs. The 2024 Plan targets 35.3 GWh energy savings and $7.4 million expenditure, while the MCA Target aims for 39.7 GWh. Actual YTD 2024 figures show 25.8 GWh saved and $5.6 million spent, with unit costs fluctuating between $0.21 and $0.24 per kWh.
BNI EFFICIENT PRODUCT REBATES (2024) • The forecast shows BNI Efficient Product Rebates is on track to achieve its mid-course adjusted demand savings target, while energy savings are expected to come in slightly below as savings were lower...
AI summary The BNI Efficient Product Rebates program is expected to meet its mid-course adjusted demand savings target, but energy savings are projected to be slightly below expectations, primarily due to underperformance in the Instant Rebates service during Q3. Spending is also lower than the adjusted target, linked to the lower energy savings.
1 Table 7: Custom Incentives CUSTOM INCENTIVES (2024) Custom Incentives Energy Savings (GWh) Demand Savings (MW) Expenditure ($ million) Unit Cost ($/kWh) 2024 Plan 25.7 5.1 8.4 0.33 2024 MCA Target 31.3 4.6 8.6 0.28 2024 Year-End Forecast...
AI summary Table 7 outlines Custom Incentives performance in 2024, showing projected overachievement of energy and demand savings targets. The forecast indicates 35.5 GWh energy savings and 5.6 MW demand savings by year-end, driven by Retrofit service projects. Expenditure is expected to reach $9 million with a unit cost of $0.25/kWh.
Custom Highlights - Custom energy savings were higher in Q3 than the same quarter of 2023, and were distributed fairly evenly across the Building Optimization, Retrofit, and New Construction services. - Custom continued to target compresse...
AI summary Custom energy savings in Q3 exceeded 2023 levels, evenly distributed across Building Optimization, Retrofit, and New Construction. Custom prioritizes compressed air projects for faster execution and seeks to enhance audit services. Engagement with companies, municipalities, and government departments for rebate-eligible projects continued.
CUSTOM INCENTIVES (2024) - Strategic Energy Management supported 11 customers in Q3, with one new participant beginning their participation in Q3. Discussions are underway to recruit an additional two participants in Q4. - Two participants...
AI summary Strategic Energy Management supported 11 customers in Q3, with one new participant joining. Two participants submitted savings claims in Q3, though most savings are anticipated in Q4. Efforts to recruit two additional participants are ongoing.
5 Table 8: Direct Installation DIRECT INSTALLATION (2024) Direct Installation Energy Savings (GWh) Demand Savings (MW) Expenditure ($ million) Unit Cost ($/kWh) 2024 Plan 12.2 2.5 6.6 0.54 2024 MCA Target 10.6 2.6 6.5 0.62 2024 Year-End Fo...
AI summary The 2024 Direct Installation program is projected to slightly underperform its mid-course adjusted energy and demand savings targets, with expenditures slightly exceeding the adjusted budget. Year-to-date actuals show energy savings of 5.9 GWh and demand savings of 1.2 MW, with unit costs at $0.67 per kWh.
DIRECT INSTALLATION (2024) - Several larger projects generated significant energy savings in Q3, resulting in the highest quarter so far this year for energy savings. - Cycle times and overall program participation continue to be affected...
AI summary Q3 saw record energy savings from large projects, but program challenges persist due to supply chain issues and contractor prioritization. Small Business Energy Solutions improved data accuracy via a partner portal, while BNI awareness campaigns focused on small businesses.
2 7. INCENTIVE REPORTING - 3 In the NSUARB's Decision on the 2023-2025 DSM Plan, E1 was directed to "identify any instances - 4 where E1 has adjusted the per unit incentive amount for a measure by more than 10% from the - 5 amount included...
AI summary The NSUARB directed E1 to explain variances in incentive adjustments exceeding 10% from the 2023-2025 DSM Plan. E1 adjusted the Instant Savings component of the Efficient Product Rebates program by +/-10% in Q3, referencing NSUARB Decision M10473.
Residential Sector Programs
AI summary The document discusses residential sector programs in Nova Scotia, involving organizations like EfficiencyOne (E1) and Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS), under the oversight of the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB). Key topics include Demand Side Management (DSM) and programs targeting residential energy efficiency.
8. LOW-INCOME, DIVERSE, AND UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES - The NSUARB has established a separate Performance Target of 15.8 GWh for cumulative annual - energy savings applicable to Affordable Multi-family Housing, Affordable Single-family Homes...
AI summary The NSUARB set performance targets for energy savings in affordable housing and low-income communities, with E1 forecasting underachievement in some programs due to fewer applications and smaller buildings, while non-targeted programs are expected to exceed targets. Incidental savings from low-income participation in E1 programs are also tracked.
Table 10: Q3 and YTD Results Applicable to Affordable Single-family Homes, Affordable Multi-family Housing, and Mi'kmaw Home Energy Efficiency Project 2024 Plan as App proved 20 2024 Mid-Course Adjustment 2024 Forecast (Year-End) Q3 and YT...
AI summary The document presents Q3 and YTD results for energy efficiency programs targeting affordable single-family homes, affordable multi-family housing, and the Mi'kmaw Home Energy Efficiency Project. It includes metrics such as energy savings, peak demand savings, investment, and participation numbers for each program.
Table 11: Q3 and YTD 2024 Results Applicable to Low-Income and Underserved Communities, Non-Targeted Programs 2024 Pla n Performa nce Indicators S 20: 24 Mid-Cou rse Adjustm ents 2024 Foreca ast (Year-Er nd) Q3 and YTD 2024 Re esults Insta...
AI summary Table 11 provides Q3 and YTD 2024 results for various energy efficiency programs targeting low-income and underserved communities, including Instant Savings, Efficient Product Installation, and Residential Behaviour initiatives, along with performance indicators and forecasted outcomes.
Date Filed: November 25, 2024 Page 27 of 30 ENABLING STRATEGIES Q3 2024 ACTIVITY HIGHLIGHTS Development and Research Development and Research in Q3 included the following activities: Research • Quarterly tracking of quality assurance, part...
AI summary In Q3 2024, Development and Research activities under Enabling Strategies included tracking market conditions through household metrics and continuing the deep retrofit navigator pilot. Additionally, efforts were made to develop a heat pump water heater market transformation pilot, including updating service lists, recruiting plumbers, planning training sessions, and creating marketing materials.
10. CONCLUSION - At the end of Q3 2024, E1's year-to-date results were 90.7 GWh of net incremental energy - savings, 15.4 MW of net peak demand savings, 7.3 MW of available capacity, and 2.9 GWh of net - energy savings applicable to Afford...
AI summary E1 achieved significant energy savings by the end of Q3 2024, including 90.7 GWh of net incremental energy savings and 15.4 MW of net peak demand savings, with a total investment of $40.3 million. The Annual Progress Report for 2024 will be submitted to stakeholders and the NSUARB in March 2025.
2 Attachment 1: 2024 Rate Class Results (Year-to-Date) 3
AI summary Attachment 1 presents 2024 rate class results for Nova Scotia, providing year-to-date data. The document is part of a regulatory proceeding involving utility rate structures and efficiency programs.
1 2024 Rate Class Results by Program 4 - 2 Tables 2 through 6 provides a breakdown of net incremental energy and net peak demand - 3 savings, expenditures, and participation achieved, by rate class within each program.
AI summary The document presents 2024 rate class results by program, detailing net incremental energy and peak demand savings, expenditures, and participation across rate classes. Tables 2–6 provide this data, reflecting outcomes from EfficiencyOne (E1) and Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) programs under Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) oversight.
5 Table 2: Residential Efficient Product Rebates Rate Class Results Residential Efficient Product Rebates (2024 YTD) First-Year Energy Savings (GWh) Lifetime Energy Savings (GWh) Peak Demand Savings (MW) Expenditures ($ million) Units Reba...
AI summary Table 2 presents the results of the Residential Efficient Product Rebates program for 2024, showing energy and demand savings across various rate classes, along with expenditures and the number of units rebated. The data highlights the program's impact on energy efficiency and cost distribution.
3 Existing Residential includes the following program components: Affordable Multi-family Housing and Non-Profit Organizations, Efficient Product 4 Installation, Green Heat, Home Energy Assessment, Affordable Single-family Homes, Mi'kmaw H...
AI summary The Existing Residential program includes several components such as Affordable Multi-family Housing, Efficient Product Installation, and Home Energy Assessment. The Home Energy Assessment component primarily includes homes heated by electricity, with some non-electric homes receiving limited DSM funding.
1 Table 5: Custom Incentives Rate Class Results Custom Incentives (2024 YTD) First-Year Energy Savings (GWh) Lifetime Energy Savings (GWh) Peak Demand Savings (MW) Expenditures ($ million) Projects / Participants (#) Residential/Charitable...
AI summary Table 5 presents 2024 YTD results for custom incentives across Nova Scotia rate classes, showing energy and demand savings, expenditures, and project participation. Total lifetime energy savings amount to 198.6 GWh, with total expenditures at $4.6 million. Numbers may not sum due to rounding, and expenditures are unaudited.
10 Table 6: Direct Installation Rate Class Results Direct Installation (2024 YTD) First-Year Energy Savings (GWh) Lifetime Energy Savings (GWh) Peak Demand Savings (MW) Expenditures ($ million) Products (#) Residential/Charitable (2,3,4) 0...
AI summary Table 6 presents the results of the Direct Installation Rate Class for 2024, showing energy and demand savings across various rate classes, along with expenditures and the number of products installed. The data highlights the performance of different customer segments in terms of energy efficiency and cost.
Table 1: Update on Implementation of 2023 Evaluation and Verification Recommendations Year Evaluation/ Verification Recommendation Text Source Q3 Status Q3 2024 Comments 2023 Evaluation Consider implementing communication strategies for pa...
AI summary The document outlines the implementation status of two 2023 evaluation and verification recommendations related to communication strategies and updates to the Custom Retrofit logic model. E1 has taken action on both recommendations, including extending project pre-approval expiry and launching automated email reminders, as well as updating the logic model to address barriers and link to other programs.