E-12024 DSM Annual Progress Report
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folio level was driven by both the Residential and the Business, Non-Profit and Institutional (BNI) sectors. M11727, EfficiencyOne Q1 2024 DSM Report, page 3, May 27, 2024. In the Residential sector, two program components – Home Energy As...
AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) exceeded 2024 DSM targets, driven by Residential and BNI sector overachievements. Residential success stemmed from Instant Savings' higher rebates (70-80% off LED products) and Home Energy Assessments linked to the Canada Greener Homes Grant. BNI overachievement resulted from Custom Incentives in Retrofit and New Construction services, while BNI Demand Response surpassed mid-course targets.
3.2 2024 Participation Result[s](#page-10-1) [Table 2](#page-10-1) presents E1's 2024 participation results. The table provides a comparison of 2024 participation results to those modelled in the 2024 Plan, the 2024 mid-course participatio...
AI summary E1's 2024 participation results show mixed trends across programs. Instant Savings saw high participation due to increased rebates, while Affordable Single-family Homes saw a fivefold increase. Small Business Energy Solutions improved in Q4 after eligibility adjustments, though Retrofit service participation remained low. Home Energy Assessment benefited from Canada Greener Homes Grant completions.
3.4 2024 Unit Cost - Unit cost data is a calculation output of E1's investment and savings over a defined time period. - Factors that influence unit cost results typically include: - the level of participation in a program or program compo...
AI summary E1 achieved a 2024 portfolio-level unit cost of $0.36/kWh, below mid-course adjusted ($0.39/kWh) and year-end forecasted ($0.43/kWh) targets. Residential results ($0.40/kWh) improved due to overperformance in rebate programs, while BNI results ($0.26/kWh) benefited from Custom Incentives. Increased incentives and policy changes in Direct Installation raised unit costs by 10% year-over-year.
3 Table 7: 2024 Existing Residential EXISTING RESIDENTIAL (2024) Existing Residential Energy Savings (GWh) Demand Savings (MW) Expenditure ($ million) 2024 Results 53.3 14.2 23.1 2024 MCA Target 46.5 11.5 19.7 • Existing Residential exceed...
AI summary The 2024 Existing Residential program exceeded mid-course adjusted energy (53.3 GWh vs. 46.5 GWh) and demand (14.2 MW vs. 11.5 MW) savings targets, driven by increased participation in the Canada Greener Homes Grant (co-delivered by E1 and Natural Resources Canada). Expenditure of $23.1M exceeded the $19.7M target due to higher Affordable Single-family Homes participation.
Green Heat Highlights • Green Heat experienced low application volumes throughout 2024, consistent with a trend seen in 2023, as uptake of the most popular measure in the program component (heat pumps) continued 11 E1 2024 DSM Programs Eva...
AI summary Green Heat saw low 2024 applications due to the Canada Greener Homes Grant program, which offered higher rebates. Heat pumps dominated installations, with rebate adjustments in Q1. A 2024 billing analysis showed lower unitary savings for heat pumps and wood/pellet stoves. Marketing focused on heat pumps and cooling options, while incentives for wood/pellet stoves were increased until 2024.
Home Energy Assessment Highlights - Energy and demand savings remained very strong in 2024, as Canada Greener Homes Grant (which E1 co-delivers with Natural Resources Canada and provides a top up to DSM incentives, through the Home Energy...
AI summary Energy and demand savings remained strong in 2024 despite the Canada Greener Homes Grant closing in February. Savings were impacted by a billing analysis adjusting HOT2000 modelling software overestimation ratios. Post-grant closure, demand for Home Energy Assessments declined, though a marketing campaign was launched in H2 2024.
E-22024 DSM Programs Evaluation Reports
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HEA Findings and Recommendations 2024 HEA-Finding: HEA net electrical energy savings exceeded the target of 19.012 GWh by 68%, and the planned net peak demand savings of 4.799 MW by 81%. 2024 HEA-Finding: With 5,367 projects, the 2024 part...
AI summary The 2024 HEA exceeded energy savings targets by 68% and peak demand savings by 81%, with record participation. The CGH Grant's closure may reduce future savings. Discrepancies in savings calculations were addressed, and low-saving wood/pellet fireplaces are recommended for removal from HEA offers.
21.1 HEA Description HEA is a home energy evaluation-based program component that encourages homeowners to improve the energy efficiency and comfort of their homes by providing them with related information and financial incentives in the...
AI summary The Home Energy Assessment (HEA) program evaluates homes for energy efficiency, offering rebates and guidance for improvements. Administered with Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), it includes pre- and post-retrofit assessments, with eligibility for rebates and the Moderate Income Rebate (MIR). The Canada Greener Homes (CGH) Grant, co-delivered via HEA, closed in 2024, removing certain measures. HEA aimed for 19.012 GWh energy savings and 4.799 MW peak demand reduction in 2024.
Introduction We at Narrative Research are performing an evaluation of energy efficiency services provided by Efficiency Nova Scotia. Our records indicate that you or your household recently participated in the program. We would appreciate...
AI summary Narrative Research evaluates Efficiency Nova Scotia's energy efficiency programs, including the Home Energy Assessment (HEA) and Canada Greener Homes Grant. Participants are invited to complete a short survey about their experience with the program, which may involve heating equipment rebates or home energy assessments.
5.4.4 Water Heating Measures
AI summary The section outlines water heating measures under energy efficiency programs, including rebates, grants, and technical standards. Key entities involve organizations like NS Power and Efficiency Nova Scotia, with topics centered on residential and commercial energy efficiency initiatives.