Topic:"Energy Efficiency" in M12030

James R. Gogan Direct +1 (902) 563 5920 [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) 292 Charlotte Street Suite 300 Sydney NS Canada B1P 1C7 Tel +1 (902) 563 1000 Fax +1 (902) 563 1113 Our File: 223853 December 19,...

AI summary EfficiencyOne (EOne) updates the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (the Board) on a collaboration with Nova Scotia Power Incorporated (NS Power) regarding energy efficiency programs under the Board-approved 2023–2025 DSM Plan (M10473). The agreement involves shared use of the NS Power Bidgley platform and integration of EOne's behavioural program with NS Power's Customer Energy Management (CEM) module, claimed to benefit ratepayers.

CEM Functionality Responsibility and Reporting Functional Overview Pre-NSP-E1 Partnership Functionality MyEnergy Insights (NSP CEM) New Functionality realized with NSP- E1 Partnership NSP - E1 Partnership CEM Functional Owner Included in C...

AI summary The document outlines the functionality and responsibility distribution of the Customer Energy Management (CEM) system before and after the NSP-E1 partnership. It details which functionalities are managed by NSP and which are transferred to E1, including the introduction of new features such as the Efficiency Insights tab. The Parties also agreed to avoid double counting of energy savings between the EOne behavioural program and NS Power CEM activities.

The revised agreement proposes a more streamlined and workable resolution that clearly designates EOne's behavioural program and CEM responsibilities as separate and apart from NS Power programs, reducing potential customer confusion assoc...

AI summary The revised agreement aims to streamline and clarify the responsibilities of EOne and NS Power regarding behavioral programs and CEM, reducing customer confusion and program duplication. The EM&V process is also being streamlined to avoid duplication of savings. NS Power is expected to file an update with the Board.

EfficiencyOne IN THE MATTER OF: The Public Utilities Act - and -

AI summary This document pertains to a regulatory proceeding under the Public Utilities Act, focusing on EfficiencyOne. The text is limited to the heading and a reference to the Act, with no detailed arguments or content provided.

1 (b) This unexpected limitation was identified as E1 and NS Power worked through the details 2 of the evaluation approach as proposed in the April 8, 2024 letter. The data that is available 3 from the existing NS Power CEM evaluation is n...

AI summary The document discusses a revised agreement between EOne and NS Power regarding energy savings evaluation, with the NSUARB requiring third-party verification. It also addresses reporting requirements and confirms they will not change.

7 9 10 11 12 13 14 8 (c) E1 does not propose to track or claim energy savings from the CEM, including the "Recommendations Tab" or the "Energy Insights Tab" in the future, as the related energy savings are expected to be immaterial and the...

AI summary E1 does not plan to track energy savings from the CEM's 'Recommendations Tab' or 'Energy Insights Tab' due to expected immateriality and lack of cost justification. E1 will continue to claim savings from its Residential Behaviour program, which is evaluated by a third party and the NSUARB's verification consultant.

1 Request IR-05: 2 3 Given the tracking limitations for certain functionalities, please clarify whether there are plans 4 to implement technical adjustments or enhancements to address these issues, and outline the 5 long-term strategy for...

AI summary The request IR-05 asks about plans to improve the functionality of the 'Recommendations Tab' and 'Efficiency Insights Tab' for energy savings reporting. EfficiencyOne (E1) responds that it has no current plans to implement technical adjustments or enhancements. It also clarifies that EOne would not own energy savings if they become trackable in the future.

December 19, 2024 Ms. Crystal Henwood Regulatory Affairs Officer/Clerk Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board 1601 Lower Water Street, 3rd Floor P.O. Box 1692, Unit "M" Halifax, NS B3J 3S3 Re: M11647 – EfficiencyOne – Behavioural Program Upd...

AI summary EfficiencyOne (EOne) submitted a Behavioural Program Update to the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) regarding CEM EM&V responsibilities with Nova Scotia Power (NS Power). NS Power noted discrepancies between EOne's submission and their agreement, advocating for a transition of EM&V responsibilities to EOne. The NSUARB is reviewing the matter, with parties seeking alignment on CEM ownership and reporting under the 2023–2025 DSM Plan (M10473).

M12030 – EfficiencyOne Behavioural Program Update

AI summary This document outlines an update to the EfficiencyOne Behavioural Program, part of a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia. The program focuses on improving energy efficiency through behavioral initiatives. The update may involve changes to program structure, performance targets, or compliance measures, reflecting ongoing efforts to align with regulatory standards and enhance consumer engagement in energy conservation.