E-1EfficiencyOne Application - Revised Application see Exhibit E-43
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eplacements per house. The transition to LEDs as the replacement for incandescent bulbs also reduced free ridership and allowed for increased program demand in areas with high levels of participation. The Rental Properties and Condos (RP&C...
AI summary The document highlights energy savings from ENSC programs, including 2.7 GWh from the RP&C program and 5.8 GWh from Home Energy Assessments. It notes the shift from CFLs to LEDs, tracking common-space installations under BES, and a 2014 Home Energy Monitoring pilot. Participation growth and internal study contributions to savings are also mentioned.
Other Enabling Strategies In 2014, ENSC continued to offer training on ENSC's mandate and program-specific information to trade partners and contractors. ENSC worked with the Nova Scotia Community College to develop online versions of this...
AI summary In 2014, ENSC expanded training initiatives with the Nova Scotia Community College, promoted local contractors via an online tool, and advanced energy efficiency codes through CACEE and SCOPEER. ENSC also worked on amending the Nova Scotia Energy-efficient Appliances Act to align with federal standards.
may contain a dramatically different number of individual "programs" – is a function of semantic, organizational, or marketing preferences; not the reflection of any rational economic decision-making. • Second, since programs may involve d...
AI summary The text argues that program net benefits depend on design choices (e.g., marketing, incentives) rather than program categories. Efficient programs can vary widely in cost, output, and lifetime benefits. Focusing solely on theoretical costs may lead to suboptimal strategies. Maximizing net benefits may conflict with long-term market transformation, risk minimization, and social equity goals.
INTRODUCTION TO DSM SCREENING
AI summary An introduction to Demand Side Management (DSM) screening in Nova Scotia, involving key organizations like Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) and Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSPI), with references to regulatory frameworks and energy efficiency programs.
RECENT CHANGES TO STANDARD PRACTICES
AI summary The document outlines recent updates to standard practices in Nova Scotia's regulatory proceedings, involving entities like NSPI, ENS, and UARB. Key topics include energy efficiency programs, demand-side management, and regulatory frameworks. No specific arguments or cross-references are detailed in the provided text.
E-6Verification Review of Program Year 2014 Evaluation Results
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C. Home Energy Assessment (Tracked Savings) Home Energy Assessment (HEA) provides financial incentives in the form of rebates or zero-interest financing to homeowners to reduce consumption of energy. It is focused on shell insulation measu...
AI summary The Home Energy Assessment (HEA) program offers rebates and zero-interest financing for insulation to reduce energy consumption. Evaluation includes 'test-in/test-out' audits, data validation, and incorporation of prior 2012 analysis. The inclusion of 'Unconverted D Study Savings' strengthens program impact, suggesting past evaluations understated savings. The evaluator's methods are deemed appropriate with no recommendations.
F. New Home Construction (Tracked Savings) The New Home Construction program, formerly Performance Plus, is designed to encourage homeowners and builders to exceed building code requirements for energy efficiency in new homes. Measurement...
AI summary The New Home Construction program, formerly Performance Plus, incentivizes energy efficiency in new homes through HOT2000 simulations, blower door tests, and certifications like Energy Star. The 2014 evaluation validated tracked savings, re-evaluated EnerGuide points, and analyzed free-ridership. The evaluator's methods are deemed sound, with an R-squared of 0.97 supporting results.
L. Residential Financing (No Impact Evaluation) This is a zero interest buy-down program with sixty-six participants in 2014. Program savings are allocated to other programs (HEA, Solar and Green Heat). The financing enables all necessary...
AI summary A zero-interest residential financing program with 66 participants in 2014 was evaluated as pivotal in enabling energy improvements. Savings were allocated to other programs (HEA, Solar, Green Heat). Process evaluation via interviews confirmed participants would have postponed work without financing. Questions remain about cost-effectiveness and reliance on behavioral savings for resource planning.