Topic:"Environmental Compliance" in M08604

efficiency of the building only and does not take into account occupant EnerGuide rating behaviour. It shows how energy efficient the home is through modelled heat losses of the home, based on several factors including building envelope ch...

AI summary The text defines key terms related to energy efficiency and greenhouse gas (GHG) metrics, including EnerGuide ratings, effective useful life, equivalent CO2, and evaluated savings. These concepts are used to assess building energy performance, measure the longevity of energy-saving measures, and quantify GHG emissions equivalencies.

oided GHG Emissions Quantification............................................................................ 13 3 IMPACT EVALUATION RESULTS ............................................................................................ 14 3...

AI summary The document evaluates the impact of Demand-Side Management (DSM) programs in Nova Scotia, analyzing residential and business initiatives, codes, standards, net-to-gross ratios, lifetime energy savings, and greenhouse gas reductions. It assesses portfolio performance, market evolution, and provides recommendations for DSM effectiveness.

LIST OF TABLES Table 1: Types of Evaluations Conducted for Each Program Component ............................................. 4 Table 2: 2017 Interviews Completed .............................................................................

AI summary The document lists tables from a 2017 evaluation report covering program components, energy savings, GHG emissions, free-ridership, and recommendations. Tables track interviews, surveys, on-site visits, energy savings metrics, NTGRs, and crosscutting program recommendations, likely related to Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) initiatives.

odes and standards introduced in Nova Scotia. To carry out this assignment, Econoler collaborated with Research Into Action, Equilibrium Engineering, Corporate Research Associates (CRA) and Technosim. Econoler served as team leader in the...

AI summary The Evaluator team, led by Econoler and including CRA, Research Into Action, and others, evaluated ENS's 2017 DSM program. The evaluation found 130.749 GWh net energy savings, 23.679 MW peak demand savings, and 85,393 tonnes of CO2 eq avoided annually, with additional savings from Codes and Standards.

Executive Summary 1 EVALUATION OBJECTIVES AND SCOPE The objectives of the 2017 evaluation of ENS DSM program components were to: › Assess the effectiveness of program component design and delivery › Determine the extent to which program co...

AI summary The 2017 evaluation of ENS DSM program components aimed to assess design effectiveness, implementation progress, energy savings, NTGR, and GHG emissions. The Evaluator introduced two new evaluation items: lifetime energy savings and avoided GHG emissions linked to electricity savings. Table 1 outlines programs evaluated in 2016 and 2017, with 'C' and 'R' indicating evaluation scope.

12.4 Due to the start date of the latest Strategic Energy Management (SEM) cohort, SEM did not have any participants who achieved savings in 2017; therefore, no evaluation was conducted for 2017. 3.4 Greenhouse Gas Emission Reductions The...

AI summary The 2017 DSM program evaluation did not include Strategic Energy Management (SEM) due to the start date of the latest cohort. The evaluation also calculated avoided GHG emissions from the DSM portfolio for the first time in 2017.

Table 9: Evaluated Avoided GHG Emissions in 2017 Avoided GHG DSM Program Program Component Emissions CO2 eq Tonnes Residential Appliance Retirement 2,021 Residential Efficient Product Rebates Instant Savings 12,764 Home Energy Assessment 4...

AI summary The table presents evaluated avoided GHG emissions in 2017 across various demand-side management (DSM) programs, including appliance retirement, efficient product rebates, home energy assessments, and business energy rebates, with total avoided emissions amounting to 35,184 CO2 eq tonnes.

Energy Management Information Systems 916 Direct Installation Small Business Energy Solutions 5,151 BNI Subtotal 50,209 Portfolio Total 85,393 Codes & Standards 14,312 Total (Portfolio and C&S) 99,705 Due to the start date of the latest St...

AI summary The document discusses the evaluation of 2017 demand-side management (DSM) programs by Efficiency Nova Scotia, including the quantification of avoided GHG emissions and the exclusion of certain measures like fuel-switching in new construction.

ances as 11 defined in or pursuant to any Environmental Law, or any substance or material 12 not inherently hazardous but which would, in sufficient quantities, be hazardous. 13 (p) "Indemnified Costs" means all liabilities, claims, action...

AI summary The text defines 'Indemnified Costs' as liabilities, claims, and expenses related to environmental harm, including legal fees, fines, and remediation costs. It outlines scenarios where these costs apply, such as settlements, governmental investigations, and defense of claims.

ignificant Changes to the EECA Plan. 3 6. SAFETY 4 6.1 EfficiencyOne shall at all times be responsible for safety and loss management in the 5 supply or performance of the EECA. 6 6.2 EfficiencyOne shall ensure that all employees, Subcontr...

AI summary The EECA Plan outlines EfficiencyOne's responsibilities for safety, property protection, and environmental compliance. EfficiencyOne must ensure adherence to health and safety regulations, protect NSPI's customers' property, and avoid hazardous substance releases. Indemnification clauses hold EfficiencyOne liable for damages caused during EECA performance, except for NSPI's negligence.

r performance of the EECA. EfficiencyOne 24 and its Subcontractors shall not cause, permit or suffer the Release of a Hazardous 25 Substance in contravention of any Environmental Laws. 26 8.2 Notwithstanding any other provision in this Agr...

AI summary The agreement mandates EfficiencyOne to comply with environmental laws, indemnify NSPI against hazardous substance releases, and uphold contractual obligations including capacity, authority, and performance guarantees. EfficiencyOne must also ensure no breaches of environmental regulations occur during project execution.

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AI summary The document contains a table with program-related data, including education and outreach strategies, development and research, and other enabling strategies, along with notes about currency, eligibility, and emissions calculations. It provides context on how data is derived and includes various footnotes explaining data limitations and assumptions.

Alice Napoleon page 3 of 7 Kallay, J., K. Takahashi, A. Napoleon, T. Woolf. 2015. Fair, Abundant, and Low-Cost: A Handbook for Using Energy Efficiency in Clean Power Plan Compliance. Synapse Energy Economics for the Energy Foundation. Wool...

AI summary The text lists several publications and reports authored or co-authored by Alice Napoleon and colleagues, focusing on energy efficiency, clean power compliance, air emissions, and utility performance incentives. These works were produced for various organizations including the Energy Foundation, Ontario Energy Board, and the Western Interstate Energy Board.

sessing the Multiple Benefits of Clean Energy: A Resource for States. US Environmental Protection Agency with research and editorial support from Stratus Consulting, Synapse Energy Economics, Summit Blue, Energy and Environmental Economics...

AI summary The text references several studies and reports on the economic and environmental impacts of energy policies, including the effects of restricting coal mining, cleaning up nuclear waste, and reducing fine particulate matter in urban areas. These studies were conducted by Synapse Energy Economics and other organizations for environmental and advocacy groups.

was modelled to occur over a timeframe during which the 9 emissions intensity is expected to decline significantly (2019 to 2032, based on the weighted average 10 measure life for the portfolio). 11 The 2019 intensity used by EfficiencyOne...

AI summary EfficiencyOne's 2019 DSM Plan uses 2019 emissions intensity data, aligning with Greenhouse Gas Regulations and assuming NS Power won't exceed caps. Synapse recommends refining GHG estimates by accounting for DSM savings timing and incorporating cap-and-trade compliance benefits into cost-effectiveness analysis, which EfficiencyOne agrees to implement in the 2020–2022 DSM Plan.

of a Party's vendors or subcontractors. For certainty, adverse weather of any 39 kind other than events specified above shall not be considered a Force Majeure 40 Event. 41 (l) “Franchise” has the meaning ascribed to it in the Act. 42 (m)...

AI summary The text defines key terms in a Supply Agreement, including Force Majeure (excluding general adverse weather), Franchise (as per the Act), Governmental Authority (any governing body), and Hazardous Substances (regulated materials). Definitions emphasize legal and environmental compliance.

us substances as 11 defined in or pursuant to any Environmental Law, or any substance or material 12 not inherently hazardous but which would, in sufficient quantities, be hazardous. 13 (p) "indemnified Costs" means all liabilities, claims...

AI summary The text defines 'indemnified Costs' as liabilities, claims, and expenses related to environmental remediation, legal defense, governmental investigations, and settlements under environmental laws. It emphasizes comprehensive coverage of financial obligations arising from environmental harm or regulatory compliance.

any costs, liabilities or damages arising out of a settlement of a claim by 27 the indemnified party, with or without the consent of the indemnifying 28 party. 29 (q) "Law” means the common law, the law of equity and all federal or provinc...

AI summary The text defines legal terms within a supply agreement between NSPI and EfficiencyOne, covering indemnification, environmental laws, regulatory approvals, and definitions related to liability and compliance. Key terms include 'Law,' 'Release,' and 'Significant Changes' requiring UARB approval.

nificant Changes to the EECA Plan. 3 6. SAFETY 4 6.1 EfficiencyOne shall at all times be responsible for safety and loss management in the 5 supply or performance of the EECA. 6 6.2 EfficiencyOne shall ensure that all employees, Subcontrac...

AI summary The document outlines EfficiencyOne's obligations under the EECA Plan, emphasizing safety management, property protection, and compliance with environmental laws. EfficiencyOne must ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, indemnify NSPI for damages caused during EECA performance, and prevent hazardous substance releases.

r performance of the EECA. EfficiencyOne 24 and its Subcontractors shall not cause, permit or suffer the Release of a Hazardous 25 Substance in contravention of any Environmental Laws. 26 8.2 Notwithstanding any other provision in this Agr...

AI summary The agreement outlines EfficiencyOne's obligation to comply with environmental laws and prohibits the release of hazardous substances. It also requires EfficiencyOne to indemnify NSPI against any costs arising from such releases or breaches of environmental regulations.

electricity efficiency and conservation activities as identified in Schedule “A” 14 attached hereto. 15 (i) “Event of Default" has the meaning ascribed to it in Section 20.4. 16 (j) “Environmental Laws” means all applicable federal, provin...

AI summary The text defines key terms related to electricity efficiency, conservation, and environmental regulations. It references Schedule 'A' for efficiency activities and outlines the scope of 'Environmental Laws' encompassing federal, provincial, and local regulations governing environmental matters.

of a Party's vendors or subcontractors. For certainty, adverse weather of any 39 kind other than events specified above shall not be considered a Force Majeure 40 Event. 41 (l) “Franchise” has the meaning ascribed to it in the Act. 42 (m)...

AI summary The text defines key terms in a Supply Agreement, including 'Force Majeure Event,' 'Governmental Authority,' and 'Hazardous Substances.' It specifies that adverse weather not explicitly listed is excluded from Force Majeure, and hazardous substances are defined in alignment with Environmental Laws.

us substances as 11 defined in or pursuant to any Environmental Law, or any substance or material 12 not inherently hazardous but which would, in sufficient quantities, be hazardous. 13 (p) "indemnified Costs" means all liabilities, claims...

AI summary The text defines 'indemnified Costs' as liabilities, claims, and expenses related to environmental remediation, legal defense, governmental investigations, and settlements. It includes costs for clean-up, legal fees, fines, and damages to third parties or natural resources, emphasizing comprehensive liability coverage for environmental harms.

nificant Changes to the EECA Plan. 3 6. SAFETY 4 6.1 EfficiencyOne shall at all times be responsible for safety and loss management in the 5 supply or performance of the EECA. 6 6.2 EfficiencyOne shall ensure that all employees, Subcontrac...

AI summary The document outlines EfficiencyOne's obligations under the EECA Plan, including safety and loss management, compliance with health and environmental regulations, property protection, and indemnification for damages caused during EECA performance. It emphasizes adherence to legal standards and liability management.

r performance of the EECA. EfficiencyOne 24 and its Subcontractors shall not cause, permit or suffer the Release of a Hazardous 25 Substance in contravention of any Environmental Laws. 26 8.2 Notwithstanding any other provision in this Agr...

AI summary The agreement outlines EfficiencyOne's obligations to comply with environmental laws, including prohibitions on hazardous substance releases, and requires indemnification of NSPI for any resulting costs. EfficiencyOne also warrants its capacity to perform under the contract and ensures no adverse factors will hinder compliance.