Topic:"Environmental Goals And Climate Change Reduction Act" in M10473

2.2 RECENT CLIMATE CHANGE ACTION - Considerable change has taken place since the approval of E1's 2020-2022 DSM Plan. Advancement in the - efforts to combat global climate change has taken shape both provincially and federally. Aggressive...

AI summary Nova Scotia and Canada have set aggressive decarbonization targets, including net-zero by 2050 and electricity sector net-zero by 2035. E1 emphasizes energy efficiency as critical to achieving these goals, highlighting technologies like heat pumps and renewable electricity. The province's Environmental Goals and Climate Change Reduction Act reinforces energy efficiency's role in emissions reduction.

5. AVOIDED COSTS In calculating the benefits and cost effectiveness of the energy efficiency portfolio, E1 incorporated the avoided costs of energy, capacity, transmission, distribution and carbon. E1 used the avoided costs of capacity and...

AI summary E1 calculates avoided costs for energy efficiency programs using NS Power's 2020 IRP and historical data. E1 argues that Scenario 3.1C from the 2020 IRP is more appropriate for assessing the Settlement Plan due to its alignment with coal plant retirement timelines, the Environmental Goals and Climate Change Reduction Act, and renewable energy standards.

9 8.2.1 CARBON CONSIDERATIONS For the first time in a DSM Resource Plan application, E1 is including the quantitative impacts of the avoidance of greenhouse gas emissions attributable to investments made in energy efficiency in calculating...

AI summary E1 is including the quantitative impacts of avoided greenhouse gas emissions in its DSM Resource Plan application, as directed by the NSUARB in Order M08604. This aligns with provincial and federal legislation aimed at reducing emissions. The Settlement Plan estimates first-year CO2e savings of 326 kt and lifetime savings of 1,742 kt, valued at approximately $170 million.

CARBON - For the Settlement Plan, it remains E1's position that it is reasonable to assign a value to carbon and - related pricing avoidance. With this in mind, E1 determined the avoided costs of carbon for the purposes - of the Settlement...

AI summary E1 argues that assigning a value to carbon and related pricing avoidance is reasonable for the Settlement Plan, using the federal carbon pricing trajectory to assess affordability. The discussion also references legislative goals under the Environmental Goals and Climate Change Reduction Act, emphasizing energy efficiency and equitable access for low-income and marginalized communities.

21 In Table DGH-1 I have used red to indicate areas where plan elements are clearly out of date and 22 do not reflect the Bill 57 and the current planning environment. Yellow indicates caution, as NSP's Direct Testimony of David Hill, Ph.D...

AI summary The testimony discusses the impact of Bill 57 on Nova Scotia Power's Integrated Resource Plan (IRP), highlighting how changes in coal retirement dates and environmental policy influence planning. It notes that earlier coal retirements increase costs and that the NSUARB has considered scenario-based avoided cost calculations in previous decisions.

Avoided GHG Emission Calculations The Evaluator estimated the avoided annual GHG emissions resulting from the evaluated electrical savings for all program components. Avoided GHG emissions were estimated by using a Nova Scotiaspecific fact...

AI summary The Evaluator estimated avoided annual GHG emissions from electrical savings using Nova Scotia-specific factors based on 2020 data from Nova Scotia Power and Emera Inc. This factor was derived from total system emissions and electricity generation figures.

he adoption of a revised social value of GHG emissions reductions (DOER Brief at 22, citing Statewide Plan, Exh. 1, App. Q, Study 3). DOER argues that the Program Administrators properly valued the social value of GHG emissions reductions...

AI summary DOER argues that the revised social value of GHG emissions reductions at $393 per short ton, based on a one percent discount rate, aligns with the Climate Act and reflects the Commonwealth's commitment to climate goals. This valuation was determined by the recommissioned Supplemental Study group and is considered prudent for Massachusetts.

rs. In 2012, California also updated the zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) program that requires increasing production of plug-in hybrid, battery electric, and fuel-cell electric vehicles from 2018 to 2025. In 2016, CARB jointly published a draf...

AI summary The text discusses California's efforts to regulate and reduce emissions from vehicles, including the ZEV program and various rules and regulations targeting diesel emissions. It outlines key events from 1998 to 2019 involving CARB, the U.S. EPA, and legal actions taken to maintain clean vehicle standards.

2005 baseline). The Colorado GHG roadmap process is currently in progress with results and recommended GHG reduction measures to be presented to the State Air Quality Control Commission in Fall 2020. Complete Streets: The state has impleme...

AI summary Colorado is working on a GHG roadmap with goals for reducing emissions, implementing a complete streets policy, and developing freight electrification strategies. The state lacks specific programs to incentivize low-income housing near transit but considers transit proximity in federal funding. The 2020 EV Plan includes actions for equitable EV access.

ng energy disclosure requirements and re-establishes the Residential and Commercial Building Energy Labeling Working Groups. As of May 2019, this bill had not yet been sent to the Governor for action. Last Reviewed: July 2019 ","The 2016 S...

AI summary The document discusses energy efficiency and climate change initiatives in Vermont, including energy disclosure requirements, building energy labeling working groups, and goals to reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions from state government operations by specific percentages by set years.

y 2016. The state has also adopted California's Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) program, which requires increasing production of plug-in hybrid, battery electric, and fuel-cell vehicles from 2018 to 2025. On April 3rd, 2018, Governor Murphy re...

AI summary New Jersey has adopted California's Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) program, committed to federal fuel emissions standards, and joined a multi-state initiative to develop regional low-carbon transportation policies. The state also joined 14 others in a commitment to transition all new medium- and heavy-duty vehicle sales to zero-emission vehicles by 2050, with an interim target of 30% by 2030.

onic Data Exchange Working Group and directed electric utilities to establish secure web portals that can be used by entities working for utilities or licensed suppliers to obtain customer meter data. Last reviewed: July 2019 ",6.5 out of...

AI summary Pennsylvania has implemented policies to promote efficient transportation systems, including tailpipe emissions standards and incentives for high-efficiency vehicles. The state adopted California’s Low Emission Vehicle Program in 1998, which significantly reduced greenhouse gas emissions. However, federal standards were later rolled back by the SAFE Vehicles Act in 2020. Smart growth initiatives in Pennsylvania include brownfields reuse and farmland preservation programs, though the state planning statute does not mandate specific measures like urban growth boundaries.

White Paper Release On September 23 we launched our White Paper, 2050: Net-Zero Carbon Nova Scotia. The White Paper outlines the challenges and opportunities facing the province as it continues to focus on emissions reductions. It also out...

AI summary The White Paper, 2050: Net-Zero Carbon Nova Scotia, was launched on September 23 and outlines challenges and opportunities for emissions reductions, along with five strategic pathways to address the climate emergency.

1 VII. AVOIDED COSTS - 2 Q. DO THE AVOIDED COSTS USED BY E1 FOR CALCULATING TOTAL 3 RESOURCE COST (TRC) BENEFITS REFLECT THE PRESENT CONDITIONS? - 4 A. No. The avoided costs used by E1 in its Application are understated. There have been a...

AI summary E1's avoided cost assumptions for TRC benefits are outdated, as recent Nova Scotia policies like the 2030 Renewable Electricity Standard and Bill 57 (Environmental Goals and Climate Change Reduction Act) may significantly increase future marginal electric avoided costs. EfficiencyOne's witness David Hill highlights that current assumptions are overly conservative.

VI. ISSUE 2: Alignment of the 2023 – 2025 DSM Resource Plan with the 2020 IRP - Q. Does the DSM Resource Plan match the level of DSM budgeted in the 2020 IRP? - A. Initially the Plan does not meet the levels of investment requested in the...

AI summary The 2023–2025 DSM Resource Plan initially does not meet the investment levels requested in the 2020 IRP but is expected to close and surpass the gap by 2025. The Plan also accounts for policy changes, such as the Environmental Goals and Climate Change Reduction Act, and references Scenario 3.1C as more suitable for assessing affordability under the new regulatory environment.

1.1.2 LEGISLATED CLIMATE CHANGE GOALS Climate change policy and goals are evolving quickly and have shifted even throughout the development of the Settlement Plan. In October and November 2021, the United Nations Climate Change Conference...

AI summary This section outlines Nova Scotia's legislated climate change goals, including commitments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and transition to renewable energy. It references federal and provincial targets, such as net zero by 2050 and phasing out coal by 2030. E1's Settlement Plan aims to align with these goals through demand-side management and energy efficiency.

1.1.2 LEGISLATED CLIMATE CHANGE GOALS Climate change policy and goals are evolving quickly and have shifted even throughout the development of the Settlement Plan. In October and November 2021, the United Nations Climate Change Conference...

AI summary The text outlines the legislated climate change goals in Nova Scotia, including commitments to reduce GHG emissions and transition to renewable energy. It references federal and provincial targets, such as net zero emissions by 2050 and phasing out coal by 2030, and discusses the role of DSM in contributing to these goals.

1.1.3 THE GLOBAL COVID-19 PANDEMIC incorporate the implications of these recent policy changes. The onset of the global COVID-19 pandemic presented challenges and opportunities for delivering DSM activities in Nova Scotia. The pandemic imp...

AI summary The global COVID-19 pandemic impacted E1's delivery of DSM activities in Nova Scotia, causing delays due to lockdowns and supply chain issues. However, it also prompted innovative approaches like virtual audits and education. Despite falling short of DSM Plan targets, E1 used customer insights to inform the Settlement Plan, assuming post-2023 resolution of challenges. Energy efficiency is seen as a way to support economic recovery and job creation.

1.1.2 LEGISLATED CLIMATE CHANGE GOALS Climate change policy and goals are evolving quickly and have shifted even throughout the development of the Settlement Plan. In October and November 2021, the United Nations Climate Change Conference...

AI summary The text discusses Nova Scotia's legislated climate change goals, including targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and increasing renewable energy use. It references federal commitments such as phasing out coal by 2030 and achieving net zero emissions by 2050, as well as provincial legislation like Bill 57. The Settlement Plan is positioned to support these goals through energy efficiency and clean energy initiatives.

6.0 STANDARDIZED FILING FRAMEWORK [191] As noted earlier in this decision, it appeared to the Board that there was some question over the application of the Framework, particularly around the factors for achieving a balanced DSM portfolio....

AI summary The Board approves additional Performance Targets beyond the existing Framework and encourages the DSMAG to consider updates due to evolving DSM programming in Nova Scotia. It highlights the need for early consensus discussions ahead of the next three-year DSM plan and references legislative goals under the Environmental Goals and Climate Change Reduction Act and Public Utilities Act.

6.0 STANDARDIZED FILING FRAMEWORK [191] As noted earlier in this decision, it appeared to the Board that there was some question over the application of the Framework, particularly around the factors for achieving a balanced DSM portfolio....

AI summary The Board notes concerns about the application of the Standardized Filing Framework, particularly regarding DSM portfolio balance. It approved additional Performance Targets and encourages DSMAG to reconsider the Framework due to developments in Nova Scotia's DSM programming over six years. The Board references legislative goals under the Environmental Goals and Climate Change Reduction Act and the Public Utilities Act, which may influence future energy efficiency targets.