E-22014 Electricity Demand Side Management Plan Evaluation Reports
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Table 4: 2014 On-site Visits Program Component On-site Visits Completed in 2014 Instant Savings 20 Green Heat 5 Residential Direct Install 53 Business Energy Rebates 58 Custom Retrofit 22 Custom New Construction 9 Business Energy Solutions...
AI summary Table 4 outlines the number of on-site visits completed in 2014 for various energy efficiency programs, including Instant Savings, Green Heat, and Business Energy Rebates, among others, with a total of 222 visits conducted.
Table 13: Recommendations for Green Heat No. Recommendations
AI summary The table titled 'Recommendations for Green Heat' is presented but does not contain any specific recommendations or content in the provided text. It outlines the structure for listing recommendations but lacks detailed information.
No. Recommendations BER-R10. To better estimate the peak demand savings of heat pumps, the Evaluator conducted research into weather data of the province to determine the lowest temperature recorded from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., and estimated the...
AI summary The Evaluator adjusted the calculation of peak demand savings for heat pumps by using weather data to determine the lowest temperature between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m., estimating it at -15°C. This adjustment involved using capacity tables for each heat pump model to calculate the coefficient of performance (COP) and capacity at -15°C for more accurate demand savings estimates.
Instant Savings (continued) Natural Resources Canada, Energy Consumption of Major Household Appliances Shipped in Canada, Summary Report, Trends for 1900-2007 , December 2009, p. 43. Natural Resources Canada, Residential Sector Nova Scotia...
AI summary The text provides references to various studies and reports related to energy consumption, efficiency measures, and technologies, including heat pumps, lighting, and appliance usage, primarily focusing on data and methodologies used in energy efficiency programs.
Key Findings The evaluation of Green Heat demonstrated that the program had a total of 235 participants in 2014, a level similar to 2013 (226 participants), but slightly lower than 2012 (282 participants). In terms of net energy savings, G...
AI summary The Green Heat program had 235 participants in 2014, slightly lower than in 2012 but similar to 2013. The program achieved 1.472 GWh in net energy savings in 2014, a slight decrease from previous years.
On-site Visits For all the on-site visits carried out as part of the 2014 Green Heat evaluation, it was shown that participants were offsetting electrical consumption. However, differences have been found between the information provided i...
AI summary The 2014 Green Heat evaluation found discrepancies between the tracking report and on-site visits regarding the type of heating systems replaced, with three out of five sites showing mismatched primary heating sources.
2 METHODOLOGY This section presents the Econoler team, the methodology used and the activities carried out for the Green Heat evaluation.
AI summary This section introduces the Econoler team and outlines the methodology and activities used for the Green Heat evaluation.
Overall Summary The first tab in the tracking report contains a summary table of Green Heat projects implemented in each month. For each month in the sheet, there are values to indicate the number of measures installed, the incentive amoun...
AI summary The first tab of the tracking report includes a summary table of Green Heat projects, showing measures installed, incentive payments, and energy savings tracked monthly. This data was used by the Evaluator to verify reported gross savings but was not part of the sampling process.
Rate Code Allocation Similar to the overall summary tab, the rate code allocation tab records incentive amounts, broken down by month and by rate code. The rate code allocation tab was not used by the Evaluator, but provides a quick refere...
AI summary The rate code allocation tab records incentive amounts by month and rate code, serving as a reference for tracking Green Heat budget allocations, though it was not used by the Evaluator.
4 MARKET EVALUATION This section presents the findings of the 2014 Green Heat market evaluation from the participant perspectives.
AI summary This section presents the findings of the 2014 Green Heat market evaluation from the participant perspectives.
4.1 Participant Perspectives A participant survey was conducted as part of the Green Heat evaluation. In addition to the questions designed for impact evaluation purposes, survey participants were asked questions regarding program awarenes...
AI summary A participant survey was conducted as part of the Green Heat evaluation, including questions on program awareness, barriers, and satisfaction, in addition to impact evaluation questions.
- 2012 2013 2014 Sample Size Important Sample Size Important Sample Size Important Mean (0 = Not at all important, 10 = Extremely important) 75 7.8 68 7.5 53 7.6 72 6.1 67 6.6 51 5.7 72 4.2 57 4.2 49 3.9 Sample Size remely imp 75 Sample Si...
AI summary The table shows the importance of Green Heat in influencing decision-making across different years, with sample sizes and mean scores ranging from 3.9 to 7.8, indicating varying levels of perceived importance.
Respondents were highly satisfied with various aspects of Green Heat. Nearly all were satisfied with the systems installed in their home (98%), the interaction and communication with ENSC staff (96%), Project No. 5870 the initial confirmat...
AI summary Respondents expressed high satisfaction with Green Heat, particularly with installed systems, communication with ENSC staff, and the application process. While satisfaction with rebate amounts was slightly lower, most participants were still satisfied. All respondents would recommend Green Heat and participate in future programs.
climate conditions. In previous years, the EFLH values were set at 2,200 hours for heating. However, with Nova Scotia in AHRI Climate Zone V, its heating EFLH value is set at 2,750 hours 10 . & lt;sup>7 Ontario Power Authority (OPA), 2011...
AI summary The document discusses the adjustment of heating equivalent full load hours (EFLH) in Nova Scotia due to climate conditions, referencing the AHRI Climate Zone V. It also mentions calculations using the 2015 PUC Technical Resource Manual to determine unitary energy savings and peak electrical reduction savings for heat pump systems.
Given the typical lifespan of an air source heat pump ranging between 15 and 20 years 12 and the deterioration of the system over time, the Evaluator considered the value of 6.7 to be representative of the HSPF of an average air source hea...
AI summary The Evaluator considered the typical lifespan of air source heat pumps and used an HSPF value of 6.7 for replacements under the Green Heat program. Formulas from the 2015 PUC Technical Resource Manual were applied, and adjustments were made for different heating system replacements, including pellet stoves and boilers.
recommends removing this eligibility criterion. Instead, ENSC should use revised unitary savings values provided in Table 14 when a heat pump is installed prior to conversion.
AI summary The text suggests removing an eligibility criterion and recommends using revised unitary savings values from Table 14 for heat pumps installed prior to conversion.
APPENDIX I 2014 RECOMMENDATIONS Sections Recommendations Unitary Savings Values Review 3 The Evaluator recommends that ENSC use the updated tracked unitary savings value for central air source heat pumps. If air-to-water heat pumps account...
AI summary The Evaluator recommends updating the tracked unitary savings values for central air source heat pumps and suggests further studies for air-to-water heat pumps. No conclusive results were found regarding wood and pellet stoves due to a lack of detailed metering studies in similar climates.
INTRODUCTION Hello, my name is from CRA (Corporate Research Associates), a Halifax-based survey research company. I am calling on behalf of the Green Heat Program from Efficiency Nova Scotia Corporation (ENSC). We are calling customers who...
AI summary A representative from Corporate Research Associates is contacting participants of the Green Heat Program in Nova Scotia to gather information about their experience with the program, which offers rebates or financing for switching from electric space heating to alternative heating sources.
CS2. Did you have direct contact with Efficiency Nova Scotia employees regarding the Green Heat program? [DO NOT READ RESPONSES – CODE ONE ONLY] - 1. Yes
AI summary The question asks whether the respondent had direct contact with Efficiency Nova Scotia employees regarding the Green Heat program, with a note not to read responses and to code only one response.
Response 98 Don't Know 99 Refused FR2b. replaced or substituted your old space heating system with another one that uses electricity? Response 98 Don't Know 99 Refused FR2c. a later date? replaced or substituted your space heating system w...
AI summary The text contains survey questions related to the replacement of space heating systems, specifically asking respondents about their likelihood of replacing their system with a non-electric one at a later date and how many months later they would have done so if the Green Heat Program had not been available.
Recommendations for Program Improvements [R Series] - R1. Do you have any recommendations for improving the Green Heat Program? PROBE: Anything else? [DO NOT READ. ACCEPT MULTIPLE] - 1. (Offer more products/measures eligible for rebates/fi...
AI summary The document outlines recommendations for improving the Green Heat Program, with suggestions including offering more eligible products, increasing rebate amounts, simplifying application processes, and enhancing communication and advertising strategies.
- P2. What was the SINGLE most important reason you were interested in switching heating system or substituting heating source?
AI summary The text presents a question regarding the most important reason for switching heating systems or substituting heating sources, indicating a focus on customer preferences and motivations in energy programs.
R2. Which additional products or measures would you like to be eligible in the Green Heat Program? Additional Products would like Eligible through Green Heat 2014 (#) 2014 (#) Sample Size 4 4 Heat Pump - 2 Solar Power 3 - Don't know 1 2 D1...
AI summary The text presents survey data on eligibility for the Green Heat Program, including responses on preferred products, types of residences, and household sizes. The data shows heat pumps and solar power as potential eligible products, with a focus on residential demographics.
Green Heat On-Site Protocol Ge General Information # Project ID Type of Installation Site Visit Date Contact Name Contact Phone # Address City Person Met During The Visit House Type Number of Full Time Occupants From Tracking Sheet Number...
AI summary The document outlines a Green Heat On-Site Protocol, which includes a table for collecting information about heating systems before conversion. It captures details such as project ID, type of installation, site visit dates, contact information, and heating system specifics.
4.2 Participant Perspectives A total of 10 in-depth interviews were conducted with participants who received financing for home improvements under Green Heat (5 interviews), HEA (4 interviews) and Solar (1 interview). The following sub-sec...
AI summary Ten in-depth interviews were conducted with participants who received financing for home improvements under Green Heat, Home Energy Assessment, and Solar programs. The findings from these interviews are analyzed and presented in the following sub-sections.
This Appendix summarizes all the recommendations made by the Evaluator throughout this report as well as the sections from which the recommendations originated. Sections Recommendations Impact Evaluation Mail-In 10 To better estimate the p...
AI summary The Evaluator recommends adjusting the estimation of peak demand savings from heat pumps by using revised capacity tables based on the lowest temperature recorded between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m., which is -15°C, to improve accuracy in future calculations.
Parameter Value Source Rated heat pump capacity – heating (kBtu/h) 32 Equipment specification sheet Rated heat pump capacity – cooling (kBtu/h) 30.6 Equipment specification sheet HSPFbase 3.412 CIRx Screening Tool 1.3 (electric heat) HSPFe...
AI summary The text provides technical parameters and values related to heat pump capacity, efficiency metrics, and energy usage calculations. These values are sourced from equipment specification sheets, screening tools, and evaluation reports.
Briefly describe interactive effects for the project. Heating Systems
AI summary The text requests a brief description of interactive effects for the project, specifically focusing on heating systems.
Ductless Mini-split Heat Pumps For 2014, 170 heat pumps were installed in 67 participating facilities.
AI summary In 2014, 170 ductless mini-split heat pumps were installed across 67 participating facilities as part of energy efficiency initiatives.
Lighting GENERAL INFORMATION # Project ID Project Name Site Visit Date Company Name Contact Name Contact Phone # Address City Person met during visit Type of facility (i.e. office, school, retail) Notes OCCUPANCY SCHEDULE Days/yr with norm...
AI summary The document contains a table with information about lighting projects, including project IDs, names, site visit dates, company details, and facility types. It also includes an occupancy schedule and a section on heat pump measures, though specific details are not provided in the text.