E-3E1 (NSPI) RIRs to IR-1 to IR-69
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1.6 New Home Construction 2.2 5.3 1.6 RESIDENTIAL TOTAL 14.2 51.2 10.0 BUSINESS, NONPROFIT AND INSTITUTIONAL PROGRAMS (BNI) EFFICIENT PRODUCT REBATES 5.2 32.5 5.1 Business Energy Rebates 5.2 32.5 5.1 CUSTOM INCENTIVES 6.1 34.3 3.6 Custom 5...
AI summary The document outlines EfficiencyOne's (E1) application for approval of a supply agreement with Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) for electricity efficiency and conservation activities (DSM 2020-2022). It includes program participation data for residential, business, and enabling strategies initiatives, along with E1's responses to NS Power.
.8 New Home Construction 9.0 17.0 4.8 RESIDENTIAL TOTAL 53.4 163.2 58.7 BUSINESS, NONPROFIT AND INSTITUTIONAL PROGRAMS (BNI) EFFICIENT PRODUCT REBATES 22.6 125.7 26.2 Business Energy Rebates 22.6 125.7 26.2 CUSTOM INCENTIVES 27.8 102.6 27....
AI summary The table presents program participation and expenditure data for residential and business energy efficiency initiatives in Nova Scotia, including Efficient Product Rebates, Custom Incentives, and Direct Installation programs, with totals indicating program costs and participant contributions across multiple years.
Residential DSM Programs Efficient Product Rebates 3.3 7.7 13.9 99.6 1.5 1.2 2.3 Existing Residential 8.0 64.5 31.6 497.8 16.3 2.1 8.1 New Residential 2.6 12.5 5.4 162.5 1.5 1.6 4.9 Business, Nonprofit and Institutional Programs Efficient...
AI summary The table outlines participation figures for residential and business demand-side management (DSM) programs, including efficient product rebates, custom incentives, and direct installation initiatives. It categorizes data by program type and includes totals, highlighting the scale of energy efficiency efforts across residential, commercial, and institutional sectors.
Residential DSM Programs Efficient Product Rebates 3.2 6.6 12.3 82.4 1.3 1.1 2.1 Existing Residential 8.0 67.7 31.6 515.3 16.5 2.2 8.4 New Residential 2.7 13.4 5.6 168.2 1.6 1.6 4.9 Business, Nonprofit and Institutional Programs Efficient...
AI summary The table outlines participation and cost data for residential and non-residential demand-side management (DSM) programs, including efficient product rebates, custom incentives, and direct installation initiatives. It categorizes programs into residential, business/nonprofit, and enabling strategies, with totals summarizing overall participation and expenditures.
as $15.71M. 7 (ii) EfficiencyOne’s spending on lighting in 2018 was 51 percent of its total 2018 8 expenditure (excluding Enabling Strategies). 9 10 c) The most common residential lighting solution is LED A-Series lamps. EfficiencyOne is 1...
AI summary EfficiencyOne's spending on lighting in 2018 was 51% of its total expenditure, excluding Enabling Strategies. The most common residential lighting solution is LED A-Series lamps, with average prices provided for 2016–2018. Incentives for this measure were discontinued as of 2019.
..................................................................12 APPENDIX A: CLEARESULT REPORT ........................................................................13 DATE FILED: June 30, 2016 Page i Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Po...
AI summary The document is an EfficiencyOne incentive setting methodology filing dated March 29, 2019, and includes an appendix with a ClearResults report dated June 30, 2016. The filing is part of a regulatory proceeding and relates to energy efficiency programs.
9 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 4 of 206 EFFICIENCYONE INCENTIVE SETTING METHODOLOGY FILING (E-ENS-R-16)
AI summary This document outlines EfficiencyOne's incentive setting methodology filing, which is part of a regulatory proceeding related to energy efficiency programs and customer incentives.
NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 5 of 206 EFFICIENCYONE INCENTIVE SETTING METHODOLOGY FILING (E-ENS-R-16)
AI summary The document presents an incentive setting methodology filing by EfficiencyOne, which is part of a regulatory proceeding related to energy efficiency programs.
1 2 The Board directs E1 to undertake research and make 3 recommendations on a more rigorous program for determining 4 incentives, which is to be filed by June 30, 2016, provided that 5 any revisions can be implemented shortly thereafter a...
AI summary The Board directed EfficiencyOne to develop a more rigorous program for determining incentives, with a report due by June 30, 2016. EfficiencyOne developed a Scope of Work, shared it with the DSM Advisory Group, and initiated an RFP process. CLEAResult was selected to conduct the research, which included a jurisdictional review and analysis of Nova Scotia’s electricity market.
24 EfficiencyOne’s current incentive setting practices. 25 4. Application of CLEAResult’s findings, in a detailed quantitative manner, 26 to two Efficiency Nova Scotia programs: Custom Retrofit and Instant 27 Savings. 2 M06733, NSUARB Orde...
AI summary The document discusses EfficiencyOne’s current incentive setting practices and the application of CLEAResult’s findings to two Efficiency Nova Scotia programs: Custom Retrofit and Instant Savings. It references a 2015 order related to the approval of a Demand Side Management Resource Plan and a supply agreement between EfficiencyOne and Nova Scotia Power Incorporated.
Page 3 of 13 Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 7 of 206 EFFICIENCYONE INCENTIVE SETTING METHODOLOGY FILING (E-ENS-R-16) 1 2. SUMMARY OF CLEARESULT’S RECOMMENDATIONS 2 3 CLEAResult’s findings indicate that Efficien...
AI summary CLEAResult's findings indicate that EfficiencyOne's incentive setting methodology is well aligned with other jurisdictions and follows recommended principles of incentive design. CLEAResult has proposed three main areas of improvement for EfficiencyOne.
ain areas of improvement for EfficiencyOne as presented in their general 7 recommendations. 8 9 CLEAResult’s general recommendations are: 6 10 11 1. It is recommended that EfficiencyOne consider all of the 12 general principles for incorpo...
AI summary CLEAResult recommends that EfficiencyOne adopt a documented incentive setting process and update assumptions for various technologies through customer and technology research, as well as implement a TRM approach to support technology research and set appropriate incentive levels.
The energy savings and cost effectiveness 33 metrics of the measures provide several reference points for 34 setting incentive levels. 5 CLEAResult, EfficiencyOne: Incentive Setting Methodology (June 29, 2016) [unpublished], at page 7. 6 I...
AI summary The text discusses the development of a consolidated calculator to support the incentive-level setting process for energy efficiency programs, referencing EfficiencyOne's methodology and a TRM process. It emphasizes the need for cost-effectiveness screening and integration of review protocols.
inciples, conduct a program financial 17 simulation of all of the current incentives in the programs to 18 evaluate their current levels. 7 7 Ibid. DATE FILED: June 30, 2016 Page 5 of 13 Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment...
AI summary The document discusses the need to evaluate current incentive levels in programs through a financial simulation, citing a reference to a prior document. EfficiencyOne's methodology filing is mentioned.
019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 9 of 206 EFFICIENCYONE INCENTIVE SETTING METHODOLOGY FILING (E-ENS-R-16)
AI summary The document outlines the EfficiencyOne incentive setting methodology filing, which is part of a regulatory proceeding related to energy efficiency programs.
tor for incentive setting. 26 27 All other indicated actions are planned to be completed prior to June 30th, 2017. 8 Ibid, at page 40. DATE FILED: June 30, 2016 Page 6 of 13 Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 10 of...
AI summary The document outlines EfficiencyOne's incentive setting methodology filing, referencing actions planned for completion by June 30th, 2017, and citing a source from page 40. The filing was submitted on March 29, 2019, as part of a regulatory proceeding.
1 3.1 Recommendation 1 2 EfficiencyOne agrees with having a well-defined and transparent process for 3 setting and defining incentive levels. Using the process flowcharts, review 4 templates and other materials CLEAResult provided in the R...
AI summary EfficiencyOne agrees to develop an Incentive Setting Manual based on CLEAResult's report, outlining roles, approval levels, processes, documentation, and compliance practices. The manual is to be completed by December 31, 2016, with training and implementation by June 30, 2017.
NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 12 of 206 EFFICIENCYONE INCENTIVE SETTING METHODOLOGY FILING (E-ENS-R-16)
AI summary This document is an incentive setting methodology filing by EfficiencyOne, submitted as part of the NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1. It outlines the approach for setting incentives, likely related to energy efficiency programs.
alculator 25 prior to the end of the 2016 calendar year. 26 27 3.3 Recommendation 3 28 EfficiencyOne agrees that conducting a financial simulation on existing 29 incentive levels, using CLEAResult’s six financial simulation metrics, is a 9...
AI summary EfficiencyOne agrees to conduct a financial simulation on existing incentive levels using CLEAResult’s six financial simulation metrics as part of a recommendation. The Custom Incentives Program already applies similar tools on a project-by-project basis.
2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 13 of 206 EFFICIENCYONE INCENTIVE SETTING METHODOLOGY FILING (E-ENS-R-16) 1 valuable exercise. This exercise will be useful in determining potential revisions 2 to current incentive levels, based on th...
AI summary EfficiencyOne plans to conduct an initial financial simulation by March 31, 2017, to determine potential revisions to current incentive levels. This process will serve as a baseline for evaluating future incentive levels, provided data remains reliable and valid. A two-year research plan is expected to improve data quality and availability for all technologies in EfficiencyOne’s portfolio by 2017 and 2018.
ch 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 15 of 206 EFFICIENCYONE INCENTIVE SETTING METHODOLOGY FILING (E-ENS-R-16) 1 5. CONCLUSION 2 EfficiencyOne is satisfied with the recommendations and conclusions presented 3 by CLEAResult. The wor...
AI summary EfficiencyOne is satisfied with the recommendations and conclusions presented by CLEAResult regarding the incentive setting methodology. EfficiencyOne requests the Board to accept these recommendations, along with the Implementation Plan and ongoing reporting mechanisms.
Figure 1: Technology Adoption Process 14 Figure 2: Balance of Price Setting Influences 15 Figure 3: Uptake-Incentive Relationship 16 Figure 4: Theoretical Limits for Incentives 19 Figure 5: ACEEE State Energy Efficiency Scorecard 23 Figure...
AI summary The text lists figures related to the technology adoption process, price setting influences, incentive thresholds, and methodologies for incentive setting. These figures are part of an analysis or report on energy efficiency and incentive structures.
Executive Summary As a result of the regulatory process for the 2016-2018 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan, EfficiencyOne was asked to review its current incentive level setting methodology. The Nova Scotia Utility and Review Boa...
AI summary EfficiencyOne was asked to review its incentive level setting methodology following the 2016-2018 DSM Resource Plan regulatory process. The UARB requested a quantitative analysis to assess whether incentive levels are set appropriately. CLEAResult was retained to examine methodologies from other jurisdictions and develop a comprehensive approach for Efficiency Nova Scotia’s programs.
incentive update protocol (as supported by flow charts, a documentation template and an Excel-based tool) that prescribes both frequency and methodology of updates. The scope of the project focused on financial incentives, though the other...
AI summary The document discusses an incentive update protocol, including its methodology and frequency, and highlights the findings from jurisdictional research comparing ENS's performance to Nova Scotia's Achievable Potential study. It notes that while best practices exist, there is minimal formalized documentation on incentive design.
could be identified that were employed by all jurisdictions in their incentive level setting processes. These principles include: 1. Assess and account for customer motivations and barriers to participation; 2. Determine technology savings...
AI summary The document outlines principles used by jurisdictions in setting incentive levels, including assessing customer motivations, technology savings, financial impacts, and benchmarking. EfficiencyOne's approach to incentive setting in Nova Scotia was reviewed, considering market-specific factors and four programs: Instant Savings, Custom, Business Energy Rebates, and Home Energy Assessment.
We change the way people use energy™ Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 24 of 206 approach is well aligned to other comparable jurisdictions. Activities performed to-date, such as the recent price sensitivity resea...
AI summary CLEAResult identifies gaps in EfficiencyOne's incentive-setting process, including lack of formal documentation, outdated market penetration analysis, and absence of tools for short-term cost-effectiveness calculations. It recommends establishing a consistent and documented process to improve program delivery and refinement.
EfficiencyOne would benefit as a peer leader by having a documented framework to ensure consistency in delivery and continuous refinement of the incentive setting process. 2. Conduct ongoing customer and technology research for identified...
AI summary EfficiencyOne is advised to develop a documented framework for consistency in incentive setting, conduct ongoing research on energy technologies, and ensure that energy savings and cost-effectiveness metrics are used to determine appropriate incentive levels.
the incentive level. EfficiencyOne should follow a TRM approach to support technology research, which will assist in gathering this information. 4. Develop a consolidated calculator/tool for short-term incentive setting and program design...
AI summary EfficiencyOne is advised to use a TRM approach for technology research and to develop a consolidated calculator for short-term incentive setting and program design. CLEAResult has developed tools and templates to assist with this, including an Excel-based tool and financial simulations for specific programs.
1. Instant Savings 2. Custom 8 We change the way people use energy™ Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 25 of 206 The purpose of this simulation was to evaluate EfficiencyOne’s current incentive levels. To support t...
AI summary This text discusses a simulation conducted to evaluate EfficiencyOne's current incentive levels, comparing them to three thresholds: cost to customer, program budget, and cost effectiveness.
ducted to evaluate the current incentive levels versus the three incentive level thresholds: 1. Cost to Customer 2. Program Budget 3. Cost Effectiveness For Instant Savings, most of the incentive levels were within an appropriate range, bu...
AI summary The document evaluates the incentive levels in EfficiencyOne's programs against three thresholds: cost to customer, program budget, and cost effectiveness. It recommends further investigation and financial simulation for certain incentives, particularly for heavy-duty timers and outdoor clotheslines, and emphasizes the need for consistent, consolidated analysis and documentation.
405.9 62.5 Final Order $102.15 million 405.9 62.5 Table 1: EfficiencyOne Targets and Budgets Between the Quantum Agreement and the Decision, there was a regulatory hearing to address a number of issues that the UARB had identified in its F...
AI summary EfficiencyOne is required to conduct research on incentive setting practices following guidance from the UARB, which emphasized the need for a more rigorous approach to determine minimum incentive levels that encourage participation with quantitative analysis.
. Lastly, Nova Scotia’s energy efficiency policies and the associated regulatory structure were also studied to fully understand how they currently drive incentive setting for ENS’s programs. Review of Efficiency Nova Scotia’s Historical P...
AI summary The document discusses a review of Efficiency Nova Scotia's (ENS) historical program performance and incentive setting methodologies. It outlines an analysis of ENS's programs, including Instant Savings, Custom, Business Energy Rebates, and Home Energy Assessment, and compares them to recommended methodologies informed by jurisdictional best practices.
n the recommended incentive setting methodologies. 11 We change the way people use energy™ Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 28 of 206 To assist EfficiencyOne in setting new, or modifying existing incentive rates,...
AI summary An Excel-based tool was created to assist EfficiencyOne in setting or modifying incentive rates. A program financial simulation was conducted for the Instant Savings and Custom programs to evaluate the appropriateness of current incentives against multiple criteria.
We change the way people use energy™ Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 29 of 206 Incentive Setting for Energy Efficiency Programs Energy conservation programs feature different types of incentives to attract parti...
AI summary The text discusses the incentive structures used in energy efficiency programs to overcome barriers such as cost, time, and lack of knowledge. It outlines three main types of incentives: financial, convenience, and educational/technical assistance.
are captured under program administration costs. It should be noted that there is a cost associated with providing the convenience incentive, regardless of whether they are accounted for as financial incentives or fall under other program...
AI summary The text discusses the categorization of convenience incentives in energy efficiency programs, including examples like appliance retirement and direct install. It notes that while some convenience-related costs are accounted for as financial incentives, others are considered part of good customer service or program delivery, not incentives.
8/data/papers/10_56.pdf. Adapted from SoCal Edison 14 We change the way people use energy™ Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 31 of 206 review is very important to program success. Program and technology maturity i...
AI summary The text discusses the importance of incentive setting in energy efficiency programs, highlighting the need for careful price setting that considers both consumer willingness to pay and production costs. It emphasizes the role of program maturity and the lack of competing incentives in the energy efficiency industry.
arch 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 32 of 206 Figure 3: Uptake-Incentive Relationship10 Therefore, to identify perceived value to better understand how to characterize the curve, firms use several strategies for triangulation. 1...
AI summary The text discusses methods for determining perceived customer value and return on investment in energy efficiency programs. It highlights the use of consumer surveys, competitive product research, and historical experience to set incentives. The text emphasizes the importance of rigorous methodologies to avoid systemic issues due to lack of competition.
o price: return on investment and perceived value. Finally, there needs to be a review protocol, which specifies how incentive levels should be reviewed, and if necessary, updated. 10 “The 3 Charts That Will Teach You Everything You Need t...
AI summary The text discusses the importance of return on investment for efficiency programs, emphasizing cost effectiveness and budget impact as key considerations. It also mentions the need for a review protocol to adjust incentive levels when necessary.
However, incentives are often set at values below the return on investment ceiling, since the considerations involved in determining perceived value triangulate an incentive at a lower value. PERCEIVED VALUE For energy efficiency programs,...
AI summary The text discusses the importance of perceived value in energy efficiency programs and how incentives are often set below the return on investment ceiling. It highlights that perceived value influences customer participation and that determining this value is not a precise science but involves key considerations in incentive-setting.
Incentives and their associated delivery strategies need to be considered carefully in attempting to solve barriers in these situations. Technology Research Technology research is essential when identifying perceived value. The three forec...
AI summary The text emphasizes the importance of technology research, including market price, technology penetration, and performance, in shaping incentive strategies. It also highlights the need for collaboration with supply chain and stakeholders to support program design and delivery.
e change the way people use energy™ Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 35 of 206 THEORETICAL LIMITS FOR INCENTIVES Based on the return on investment criteria as well as perceived value considerations, there are thr...
AI summary The text discusses theoretical limits for incentives in energy efficiency programs, including percentage of customer cost, PAC benefits, and budget constraints. These limits serve as reference points during the incentive design process and are independent of one another.
ay consider the retail price/project cost, the incremental cost or the project payback in the calculation. The PAC is used for this activity since it captures incentive costs; unlike the TRC. SUMMARY OF INFLUENCES ON INCENTIVE RATES The di...
AI summary The text discusses the factors influencing incentive rates in programs, including budget impact, administrative costs, and the need to balance participation goals. It emphasizes that setting incentives is a complex process that involves both scientific and artistic considerations.
ceilings on incentive levels 19 We change the way people use energy™ Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 36 of 206 Incentive Setting Factors that can Place Upwards Pressure on Factors that can Place Downwards Pressu...
AI summary The document discusses factors that influence incentive rates, including elements that can increase or decrease them. It outlines the importance of managing incentive levels to ensure effective program performance and cost control.
measure is lower, thus supporting the reduction in incentive Additional barriers are identified, which The program delivery structure may require more or increased incentives to leverage cheaper supply chain costs, Supply Chain and res...
AI summary The discussion highlights that additional barriers may require increased incentives to address, such as distributors being unwilling to stock efficient products. It also notes that comparable jurisdictions offer higher incentives, which may indicate changes in market conditions that could justify reduced incentive rates.
participation may indicate a change in market conditions to their market which can support a reduced incentive rate Program evaluation suggests poor Program evaluation suggests Program Evaluation program and market performance due to c...
AI summary The text discusses program evaluation and historical experience, highlighting that poor program performance may be due to insufficient financial incentives. It also suggests that market conditions and customer motivations beyond financial incentives can influence incentive rates.
INCENTIVE RATE REVIEW PROTOCOL After determining incentive values by analyzing the considerations that determine the two influences (perceived value, return on investment) of incentive setting, the final requirement is to establish and fol...
AI summary This text outlines the need for a periodic review protocol for incentive rates in energy efficiency programs. Reviews should occur at least annually, though frequencies may vary based on program structure, market transformation rates, and technology evolution. Light-touch assessments can be conducted more frequently if needed.
ified in market and the stage for setting incentive rates. potential means to address them. Through the supply chain and customer PG&E will set a maximum incentive rate which is roughly research, the thresholds of incremental 75-100% of in...
AI summary The text outlines the process of determining incentive rates through research on customer willingness to pay and incremental costs. It highlights the role of program administrators in capturing costs and setting rates based on data analysis.
arget budget and cost effectiveness thresholds When considering the inclusion of a While NYSERDA will typically cap commercial incentive Program administrators identify the measure in programs, efficiency rates at 50% of project costs, it...
AI summary The text discusses considerations for setting incentive rates in energy efficiency programs, noting that while typical caps are 50% of project costs, agricultural customers may receive up to 70% due to policy goals and other factors. It also references a data analysis phase and model incentive rates.
Model Incentive Rates General Principle Definition Examples Identified Best Practice
AI summary The text outlines the concept of model incentive rates, providing a general principle definition and examples, as well as identifying best practices related to incentives.
ratepayers, or a bundling incentive option being considered, they should be noted and the participation forecast adjusted accordingly. Using preliminary incentive rates The Energy Trust of Oregon is mindful of the impact of Program adminis...
AI summary The text discusses the financial impacts and risks associated with incentive rates used in energy programs. It emphasizes the importance of balancing market barriers with incentive rates and adjusting participation forecasts accordingly. The Energy Trust of Oregon is mentioned as an example of an organization involved in this process.
NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 44 of 206 Model Incentive Rates
AI summary The document references 'Model Incentive Rates' as part of NS Power's IR-15 Attachment 1, indicating a discussion related to financial incentives within a regulatory context.
General Principle Definition Examples Identified Best Practice can set the stage for incentive administration and incentive funding in its programs Determine the impact of adjustments in order to properly balance required to overcome the...
AI summary The text discusses the importance of balancing incentive rates with market barriers and program requirements to achieve savings goals. It highlights the need to assess the impact of incentives on program budgets and identify potential budget constraints that may hinder program effectiveness.
ve levels) to adjust for annual variations in the avoided costs. Deployment of specific programs or measures can take advantage of annual variations, but it is difficult to apply this approach to an entire portfolio. Other jurisdictions, s...
AI summary The text discusses the challenge of adjusting for annual variations in avoided costs and how other jurisdictions, like Oregon, address this by aligning with energy efficiency policy and portfolio savings goals. It also notes that ENS is investigating the recognition of local avoided costs and the consideration of discount and premium zones for electricity conservation.
essment to evaluate the new energy performance of the home, either through the ENERGY STAR®, EnerGuide, or R2000 rating systems. This incentive offer for commercial and industrial customers is offered through a midstream with Business Ener...
AI summary The document outlines energy efficiency programs for commercial and industrial customers, including prescriptive incentives, interest-free financing, and eligibility criteria based on energy consumption. Small businesses with annual consumption under 350,000 kWh receive up to 60% cost coverage for qualifying products.
Program Identified Barriers Incentive Strategy 1) Residential customers worry about upfront 1) Residential customers receive incentives at the point of costs. For example, LED penetration, despite sale. The incentives are typically between...
AI summary The document outlines barriers to residential participation in energy efficiency programs, including concerns about upfront costs and the complexity of applying for incentives. It also highlights strategies such as instant discounts and the involvement of delivery agents to improve program participation.
We change the way people use energy™ Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 55 of 206 Incentive Setting Methodology Analysis and Recommendations CLEAResult’s analysis and recommendations for incentive level setting met...
AI summary CLEAResult recommends an updated incentive setting methodology for EfficiencyOne, emphasizing general principles, a formal process, and program-specific recommendations for various energy efficiency programs. It highlights the need for up-to-date assumptions based on customer and technology research for residential and commercial energy efficiency technologies.
cial fluorescent technology and commercial Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) technology are kept up to date by conducting customer and technology research. b) Further support technology research by implementing a TRM approach. The energy savi...
AI summary The text discusses the need to keep research on fluorescent and VFD technologies up to date, the implementation of a TRM approach for energy savings and cost-effectiveness metrics, and the development of a consolidated calculator for incentive-level setting. It also outlines the adoption of an incentive-setting methodology for program financial simulation.
We change the way people use energy™ Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 56 of 206 GENERAL PRINCIPLES FOR INCENTIVE RATE SETTING Based on CLEAResult’s experience and research on best practices, it is recommended tha...
AI summary The text outlines general principles for incentive rate setting, emphasizing the importance of understanding customer motivations, technology savings, supply chain considerations, financial impacts, and jurisdictional benchmarking. It highlights the use of price sensitivity research and conjoint analysis for high-value incentive expenditures.
We change the way people use energy™ Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 59 of 206 Current Incremental Equipment Cost; Forecast Incremental Equipment Cost (in 1 year); Energy Savings; Expected Energy Savings...
AI summary The text outlines parameters for setting incentive levels in energy efficiency programs, including incremental equipment costs, energy savings, and incentive thresholds. It emphasizes the importance of reviewing these parameters through processes like TRM updates and program evaluations, especially when market penetration exceeds 50 percent.
aluations, this information for prescriptive measures can be reviewed and updated annually or bi-annually as required. During these review, all parameters listed can be updated accordingly. SUPPLY CHAIN AND SERVICE PROVIDER RESEARCH The su...
AI summary The document discusses the importance of regularly reviewing prescriptive measures and engaging with the supply chain and service providers to gain insights for incentive setting and program design. It also highlights the need to analyze the financial impacts of incentive changes, including current incentives, participation forecasts, and market penetration.
We change the way people use energy™ Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 60 of 206 3. What is the acceptable incentive threshold in terms of cost to the customer? With respect to cost to the customer, there may be a...
AI summary The text discusses acceptable incentive thresholds for cost to the customer, suggesting a range of 50-70% of retail price or project costs, or a minimum one-year payback period. An absolute limit of 100% is recommended but should not be breached, while a suggested boundary/ceiling is used as a guideline.
values for the Absolute Limit and the Suggested Boundary/Ceiling are derived from the jurisdictional studies and CLEAResult’s experience from program design and incentive setting activities. Basis for Cost to Customer Incentive Threshold C...
AI summary The text outlines the basis for setting incentive thresholds for various customer types and installation models, including absolute limits and suggested boundaries derived from jurisdictional studies and CLEAResult’s experience in program design and incentive setting.
d Industrial Small Project Cost 100% 70%-100% Business Customer, Direct Install Commercial and Industrial Customer, Small Purchase at Retail Price 100% 50% Distributor Commercial and Industrial Incremental Cost, Simple Customer, Large Capi...
AI summary The text discusses the basis for the incentive threshold in terms of program budgets, mentioning that thresholds may be based on total expenditure or unit costs, with some programs setting a maximum incentive for a project.
$0.50/kWh, $1,000,000 $0.25/kWh, $500,000 Incentive Table 14: Basis for Program Budget Incentive Threshold 5. What is the acceptable incentive threshold in terms of cost effectiveness? With respect to cost effectiveness, there may be an ac...
AI summary The text discusses determining an acceptable incentive threshold for program budgets based on cost effectiveness, suggesting the use of a lifetime energy savings approach and recommending the development of a consolidated calculator to assess individual measure thresholds.
individual cost effectiveness incentive level thresholds for each measure. The data points and functionality needed to build an appropriate consolidated calculator are listed in Appendix B. 6. What is the proposed incentive, forecasted par...
AI summary The text discusses the process of determining incentive levels for energy efficiency measures, including the use of cost effectiveness thresholds and the development of a consolidated calculator. It also mentions the importance of historical performance in forecasting participation and incentive expenditures.
nd using it to document the cost effectiveness incentive level threshold, cost effectiveness screening is not being explicitly recommended as a part of the financial impact analysis. JURISDICTIONAL BENCHMARKING Jurisdictional benchmarking...
AI summary The text discusses the approach to cost effectiveness screening for existing and new incentives, stating that it is not essential for existing incentives but recommended for new ones. It also emphasizes the importance of jurisdictional benchmarking for new incentives to understand other jurisdictions' programs and factors affecting incentive levels.
49 Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 66 of 206 The priority for ensuring information is updated to account for the four principles is based on the relevance of the research at hand. For example, if EfficiencyOne h...
AI summary The text discusses the importance of updating information based on research relevance and outlines a formal and documented process for setting incentives. It suggests that existing research may not need to be repeated if it is recent and relevant, and emphasizes the need for a structured approach to incentive setting.
ntive Development Process (for existing incentives that are being reviewed); and 3. New Incentive Development Process (for new incentives that are being considered for implementation). The flow charts do not explicitly list the need to doc...
AI summary The text outlines processes for reviewing and developing new incentives, emphasizing the importance of considering existing market incentives in customer research, technology research, and financial impact analysis. It also describes an initial process for incentive setting exercises.
echnology and measure (as applicable)? Decisions What is the What is the Is it an existing or reason for New Existing current new Incentive? investigation? incentive? What is the Is it a periodic review or reason for the Unexpected Occuren...
AI summary The text outlines an initial process for incentive setting, including the development of new incentives and the review of existing ones. It includes questions related to the reasons for investigations, reviews, and whether incentives are new or existing.
: Initial Process for Incentive Setting 51 We change the way people use energy™ Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 68 of 206 EXISTING INCENTIVE DEVELOPMENT PROCESS The existing incentive development process should...
AI summary The document outlines the existing incentive development process, emphasizing the importance of conducting research, customer analysis, and ensuring all four steps are completed, particularly before finalizing incentives.
supply chain research? details of the research? 4) Financial Impact Analysis: 1) What is the current participation? 2) What are the incentive screening thresholds in terms of cost to customer, program budget and cost effectiveness? 3) What...
AI summary The document outlines a new incentive development process, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive analysis that includes participation, cost-effectiveness, and financial impact. It highlights the importance of following a structured approach to ensure accurate forecasting and evaluation of incentives.
all five steps should be covered in the analysis. It would be difficult to complete step (5), without completing steps (1)-(3). Figure 12: New Incentive Development Process DOCUMENTATION To complement the processes, CLEAResult is providing...
AI summary The document outlines a five-step process for incentive development, emphasizing the need to complete earlier steps before proceeding to later ones. A template document is provided by CLEAResult to support the review and approval of incentive-setting exercises, and it includes all required documentation steps. The Instant Savings Program is mentioned with recommendations for current and proposed activities.
may be difficult to gather this insight as it is understood that retailers Additionally, the delivery agent provides EfficiencyOne with an open channel of reserve the right to make “game time” decisions regarding product communication to r...
AI summary The text discusses challenges in gathering insights from retailers and the delivery agent regarding program performance, particularly in real-time reporting. It highlights the importance of complementary incentives to increase participation and the need for these factors to be considered in incentive analysis.
barriers for the large commercial and industrial sector. If In 2014, EfficiencyOne conducted research into the existing possible, ENS should attempt to aggregate this research, and market barriers and consequentially the required support t...
AI summary The text discusses market barriers for energy efficiency in the large commercial and industrial sector, highlighting the importance of financial and educational incentives. Research by EfficiencyOne in 2014 emphasized the need for financial support to drive participation, while customer surveys indicated that educational incentives and energy modeling expertise were more influential than financial incentives alone.
erved for smaller Custom projects or the residential sector. The small business sector has seen a significant uptake in financing in the past, Through the delivery of the Custom Compressed Air Optimization service, customers frequently ide...
AI summary The document discusses the Custom Compressed Air Optimization service and the Custom Retrofit program, highlighting the introduction of educational incentives to address knowledge gaps and the adjustment of incentive rates based on program experience and customer feedback.
. This analysis would assist with setting incentive levels for these measures. Finally, the incentive screening thresholds for program budget and cost effectiveness should be established on a per kWh basis for the Custom Program. It may...
AI summary The text discusses setting incentive levels for energy efficiency measures and proposes establishing incentive screening thresholds on a per kWh basis, considering energy savings persistence and avoided costs in Nova Scotia.
negotiations of financial incentives), the budget impact is always being quantified from both a total financial impact and a unit cost perspective. During the program evaluation process, the energy savings assumptions and NTG ratios are re...
AI summary The Custom Program Retrofit incentive offers flexibility through individually negotiated incentives based on project costs, payback, and energy savings. This approach ensures visibility into financial implications for customers, utilities, and society, allowing ENS to balance perspectives and include feasibility study costs in the final payment.
y’s perspective. This allows ENS to set an incentive that satisfies all three perspectives. Additionally, any costs for feasibility studies are included in the final incentive payment. Current program data indicates that incentives are on...
AI summary The document discusses the incentive framework for energy efficiency programs in Nova Scotia, highlighting that incentives are typically 20-25% of project costs and contribute to nearly 60% of program expenditure. It emphasizes the need to promote non-lighting measures to increase portfolio diversity and mentions safeguards against collusion and information sharing.
e framework caps protect against this risk. There is also the additional protection of the incentive contract containing a confidentiality clause regarding the amount of the incentive. Finally, since the location of the energy savings are...
AI summary The text discusses protections within an incentive contract, including confidentiality clauses and the use of local avoided costs in incentive negotiations. It also mentions the Business Energy Rebates program and CLEAResult's recommendations for the program.
program. They work with both the distributors in the midstream program and customers who access the downstream application process. Through these efforts, as well as the need for project invoices to be submitted, reference points are provi...
AI summary The text discusses program benchmarking and evaluation, including the use of incentives based on a similar program from Efficiency Vermont and the annual evaluation process to determine free ridership and spillover savings through participant surveys.
can be used to complement the analysis of market penetration. For the Business Energy Rebates program, EfficiencyOne gains an understanding of the EfficiencyOne should continue these current supply chain and service provider consideratio...
AI summary The text discusses the Business Energy Rebates program managed by EfficiencyOne, emphasizing the importance of ongoing program management and evaluation to understand supply chain and service provider considerations.
uired, they are updated. These inputs affect the cost effectiveness impact. Table 18: Business Energy Rebates Program Recommendations Other Considerations for Business Energy Rebates Program From reviewing program operations, the Business...
AI summary The Business Energy Rebates Program is evaluated for cost effectiveness, with a focus on tracking retail pricing and ensuring that incentive levels do not exceed appropriate thresholds. The program is expected to have a high Program Administrator Cost (PAC), but it is anticipated to remain cost-effective if monitoring continues. The Home Energy Assessment program is also discussed, with CLEAResult providing recommendations.
n the Home Energy Assessment program. It was found that General Principles, the semi-annual some customers were implementing a subset of recommended measures after receiving an audit report, although they surveys for residential HVAC did n...
AI summary The Home Energy Assessment program found that initial audits provided benefits to homeowners and helped reduce unit costs through spillover savings. Research indicated a 25% incentive was more effective than interest-free financing in encouraging major efficiency upgrades. This informed decisions to further subsidize audit incentives and continue ongoing program management and benchmarking.
Other Considerations for the Home Energy Assessment Program The Home Energy Assessment program recently introduced an updated incentive structure, which featured an increased incentive for the initial audit, and premiums associated with bu...
AI summary The Home Energy Assessment Program introduced updated incentives, including increased initial audit incentives and bundled incentives to encourage larger projects. Early data from CLEAResult shows increased savings and lower unit costs, though it is difficult to isolate the effects of bundling. Bundling is seen as a useful strategy for programs with high customer acquisition costs, and personal energy planning services have enhanced customer understanding and project savings.
ptions and increased the savings from each project. Since delivery of the program is through the participating service organizations, and the project locations are clearly identified, there may be the opportunity to include premium and dis...
AI summary The text discusses opportunities to adjust incentives in energy efficiency programs by aligning them with local avoided costs through premium and discount zones, as the programs are delivered through participating service organizations with clearly identified project locations.
68 Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 85 of 206 Incentive Level-Setting Excel-Based Tool for Review Protocol To assist with determining incentive levels, CLEAResult has developed an Excel-based tool (which is provi...
AI summary CLEAResult has developed an Excel-based tool to assist in determining incentive levels for energy efficiency programs. The tool requires inputs such as sector, program delivery channel, financial motivation for participants, and financial impact, and provides considerations for setting incentive levels. It does not offer specific financial recommendations.
based on the analysis for the dimmer switch. It should also be noted that the difference between the customer cost and the PME for both of these measures is ≤two percent of the customer cost. From reviewing the current incentive compared t...
AI summary The text discusses incentive levels for various energy efficiency measures, noting that most fall within acceptable ranges, except for ENERGY STAR® A Lamps, Heavy-Duty Timers, and Programmable Thermostats. It also outlines the program budget incentive level threshold and administrative costs.
e suitable. The only three measures that breach the program budget incentive level threshold are the ENERGY STAR specialty lamp, ENERGY STAR recessed downlight and the dimmer switch. The current incentive for the ENERGY STAR specialty lamp...
AI summary The text discusses three measures that exceed the program budget incentive level threshold: ENERGY STAR specialty lamp, ENERGY STAR recessed downlight, and dimmer switches. It outlines the current incentives and the necessary reductions to align with the threshold, while noting a program budget expenditure limit of $0.26/kWh.
ed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 92 of 206 Cost Effectiveness Incentive Level Threshold EfficiencyOne has a PAC target of 1.9 for this program. For the calculation, it is assumed that program administration costs are 30...
AI summary The document discusses the Cost Effectiveness Incentive Level Threshold for EfficiencyOne, highlighting a Program Administrator Cost (PAC) target of 1.9. It outlines two approaches for calculating PAC: one that assumes 30% of total expenditure is program administration costs and another that determines program administration costs per measure. A simplified cost effectiveness calculator is recommended for use in incentive level setting and program design.
es Table 25: Cost Effectiveness Incentive Level Threshold for Instant Savings Measures For all of the measures, the cost effectiveness incentive level threshold is not breached. 76 We change the way people use energy Date Filed: March 29,...
AI summary The table compares current incentives for various energy efficiency measures against cost effectiveness thresholds. None of the measures breach the cost effectiveness incentive level threshold, with some measures exceeding the program budget threshold.
all of the measures maintain their current incentive levels, except for programmable thermostats, heavy duty timers and outdoor clotheslines. These measures warrant further analysis. Even though programmable thermostats have an incentive o...
AI summary The analysis suggests maintaining current incentive levels for most measures, except for programmable thermostats, heavy-duty timers, and outdoor clotheslines. These require further review due to low market penetration, high energy savings potential, and high usage in Nova Scotia. Incentives for heavy-duty timers and outdoor clotheslines may be reduced based on comparisons with other provinces and market adoption stages.
We change the way people use energy Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 94 of 206 CUSTOM PROGRAM FINANCIAL SIMULATION For the Custom Program Retrofit track, the program financial simulation analysis included the fol...
AI summary This section outlines the steps taken in the financial simulation analysis for the Custom Program Retrofit track, including identifying project parameters, determining incentive level thresholds, and comparing current incentives to these thresholds. EfficiencyOne provided the parameters, and CLEAResult can only comment on average project incentives.
level threshold. It should be noted that since an average measure archetype is used, CLEAResult can only comment on average project incentives, and not specific project incentives. Average Average Average Net Average Net Gross Gross Peak E...
AI summary The text discusses parameters for average custom retrofit projects, including average energy savings, demand reductions, and incentive levels. It notes that CLEAResult can only comment on average project incentives rather than specific ones.
16.49 20 $24,106 Retrofit Track Table 27: Parameters for Average Custom Retrofit Project Cost to Customer Incentive Level Threshold As discussed in the Financial Impact Analysis section of the General Principles recommendations, a program...
AI summary The text discusses the parameters for the Average Custom Retrofit Project, including the cost to customer incentive level threshold. It recommends that EfficiencyOne start determining incremental costs for each project. The cost to customer threshold is not breached for either the project cost or the simple payback period.
, so that parameter can be analyzed as well. 78 We change the way people use energy Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 95 of 206 Program Budget Incentive Level Threshold As discussed in the Financial Impact Analysi...
AI summary The document discusses the Program Budget Incentive Level Threshold for the Custom Project Retrofit Track, referencing a $25,475 threshold compared to a $24,106 current program budget incentive. It also mentions the use of $/kWh and total incentive for program budget thresholds, with specific values from the 2016 Custom Program.
5 $24,106 Table 29: Program Budget Incentive Level Threshold for Average Project in Custom Retrofit Cost Effectiveness Incentive Level Threshold EfficiencyOne has a PAC target of 4.9 for this program. For the calculation, it is assumed tha...
AI summary This text discusses the Program Budget Incentive Level Threshold for Custom Retrofit Projects, including the EfficiencyOne Program Administrator Cost (PAC) target of 4.9. It outlines how program administration costs are assumed to be 40% of total expenditure, with 60% allocated to incentives. The cost effectiveness threshold varies based on energy savings persistence, with higher persistence leading to higher thresholds.
23.0 $5,898,316 Ontario LDCs 7,000.0 1,835,264,930.7 INCENTIVE LEVEL SETTING METHODOLOGY While Ontario does not have a documented incentive level setting methodology, a formal process has been established for all potential program changes...
AI summary The text outlines the process for setting incentive levels in Ontario, involving business case development, review, and approval by LDCs and the IESO. Key considerations include technology costs, savings, market structure, and financial impact.
Financial Impact Cost Effectiveness Impact Program Operations Impact including changes to processes, documents and implementation considerations The business case, once developed, is reviewed by the relevant LDC-IESO working groups,...
AI summary The document discusses the process of developing and reviewing incentive levels for energy efficiency programs, including input from market research, program evaluations, and best practices. The IESO and LDCs are involved in this process, with annual evaluations and specific review cycles for certain programs.
ht to consider is that retailers need six to eight months advance notice for incentive level changes, so analysis and recommendations have to be conducted with this structural issue in mind. Recently, the Retrofit program approved new ince...
AI summary The text discusses the structural challenge of requiring six to eight months of advance notice for incentive level changes in energy programs. It references the recent approval of new incentive levels for the prescriptive lighting track in the Retrofit program, which involved analyzing historical participation data, future impacts on uptake, budget, and cost effectiveness.
Program Program Area Program Measures Links Name This program features prescriptive incentives for qualifying measures, purchased from participating retailers. The incentives are provided at point of purchase. Qualifying measures include L...
AI summary The program provides prescriptive incentives for energy-efficient measures such as LEDs and power strips, with incentives based on upfront costs. It also includes free appliance decommissioning, with no additional incentives due to findings from a barriers analysis.
analyzing the Cooling Residential er/Programs/HV up-front cost difference to the consumer between a Incentive AC- standard unit and an efficient unit. Program cost Rebates.aspx effectiveness set a secondary ceiling, with the program equipm...
AI summary The text discusses the up-front cost difference between standard and efficient air conditioning units and how program cost effectiveness sets a secondary ceiling, allowing less cost-effective air conditioners to receive higher incentives.
Managers.aspx Energy Managers are provided annual savings targets which help with program cost effectiveness. https://saveonen ergy.ca/Busines s/Program- This program is targeted towards large customers, Overviews/Proc Process & including...
AI summary The Energy Managers program sets annual savings targets for large customers, including transmission-connected ones, with incentive funding based on the lower of three options: a prescribed incentive rate, a 40% project cost cap, or an incentive to achieve a one-year payback. The program is part of the Industrial Accelerator Program and includes process and system upgrades.
and social benefits Costs Under the TRC-plus test include: Costs incurred by program participants (incremental costs) Costs of running the energy efficiency programs (delivery and administration costs) 100 We change the way people use...
AI summary The TRC-plus test includes costs incurred by program participants and the costs of running energy efficiency programs, such as delivery and administration costs. The document also mentions incentive rate setting.
e use energy Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 117 of 206 INCENTIVE RATE SETTING
AI summary The document discusses the setting of incentive rates, a key aspect of regulatory proceedings related to energy efficiency and cost recovery.
Union Gas is responsible for setting incentive levels for their programs. Periodic reviews of the appropriateness of incentive levels is conducted and adjustments to financial incentives are made. Below is an overview of the process employ...
AI summary Union Gas sets incentive levels for their programs through a process involving market research, technical reference manuals, benchmarking, and incremental cost design. This ensures that incentives are appropriate and aligned with market conditions and other jurisdictions.
-35 percent of incremental costs. Incremental costs for measures with base cases, are calculated by the difference between the measure cost and standard measure cost. For measures without base cases, the incremental cost is taken as the fu...
AI summary This section outlines the process for calculating incremental costs for energy efficiency measures, including the use of base case costs and standard measure costs, and the finalization of incentive rates by Union Gas. It also mentions that a similar process is used for custom measures, with additional considerations for customer rate class.
ntract customers: $0.10 up to $100,000 https://www.uni C&I Custom provides incentives based on overall ongas.com/busi 102 Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 119 of 206 natural gas savings realized by the - General...
AI summary The text outlines incentive structures for natural gas savings, with different rates for contract and general service customers, and references a project cost limit of 50 percent. The document also includes a URL and a page number from a filing dated March 29, 2019.
ost determined to motivate customers to implement. Typically, 50-75 percent of incremental costs have been incented. For “Replace on Burnout” measures, the incremental cost is calculated as the difference between the measure cost and that...
AI summary The text discusses the calculation of incremental costs for energy efficiency measures and the process of setting standard incentives by BC Hydro. It also outlines the use of Total Resource Cost (TRC) as a metric to evaluate program performance, emphasizing that programs must have a TRC of 1.0 or greater.
NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 136 of 206 2013-2015 Total Portfolio $/kWh 2013 2014 2015 Gross Savings (kWh) 828,999,924 845,181,086 769,529,791 Spending $ 317,221,372 $ 365,056,021 $ 385,199,846 $/kWh $ 0.38 $ 0.43 $ 0.50 Excludes C&S,E...
AI summary The text provides data on PG&E's energy efficiency programs from 2013 to 2015, including gross savings, spending, and cost-effectiveness ratios. It outlines the incentive-to-administrative spending ratios and highlights the requirement for California PAs to maintain a TRC and PAC greater than 1.
PG&E 2013-2015 Incentive-to-Administrative Spending Ratios 2013 2014 2015 TRC 1.33 1.38 N/A PAC 2.36 2.18 N/A 120 We change the way people use energy Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 137 of 206 FUTURE TARGETS Bel...
AI summary The document outlines PG&E's incentive-to-administrative spending ratios for the years 2013 to 2015 and discusses the formation of PG&E’s Energy Efficiency Products organization to standardize and streamline energy efficiency measures. It also references future energy efficiency targets submitted to the CPUC.
technologically and economically) while optimizing PG&E’s portfolio of incentivized products based on the technological and market maturity of a measure. It is important to highlight the regulatory approach for communicating incentive leve...
AI summary PG&E outlines its process for evaluating and setting incentive levels for energy efficiency programs, emphasizing the need for regulatory approval and cost-effectiveness analysis. The process involves structured reviews, stakeholder input, and the use of cost-effectiveness models, particularly the E3 model.
sting incentive rate (change in incentive greater than 50 percent). Please note that PG&E uses a streamlined version of the E3 Cost Effectiveness model at each stage in order to calculate preliminary measure level incentives and cost effec...
AI summary PG&E uses a streamlined version of the E3 Cost Effectiveness model to set incentives for energy efficiency measures, ensuring market transformation goals are met while maintaining portfolio-level cost effectiveness. Market research and work papers are used to determine measure performance metrics, costs, and savings calculations, with work papers approved by the Commission before measures are offered with a Public Agency.
&V protocols as well as the measure costs. Once completed, the Work Papers are approved by the Commission and the measure is now available to be offered with a PAs program portfolio. It is important to note that the Work Papers do not incl...
AI summary The document outlines the process for developing and finalizing incentive rates for energy efficiency measures. Once work papers are approved by the Commission, incentive rates are determined based on the incremental cost of the measure, with PG&E aiming to incentivize 75-100% of this cost. Third-party programs can offer additional incentives to increase market participation.
tside implementers. The 3Ps have the option to provide “kickers” (increased incentive rates) in order to drive additional market participation in their programs. For programs where the incentives are not fixed but are based on a $/kWh or $...
AI summary The text outlines a process for setting incentives in energy efficiency programs, including considerations such as historical project costs, payback periods, targeted vs. non-targeted incentives, cost effectiveness, and incentive update frequency. The 3Ps have the option to offer increased incentives to boost market participation.
equency: The $/kW and $/kWh incentives are not updated as frequently as the fixed incentives within PG&E’s portfolio. The last update was performed approximately three years ago. 123 We change the way people use energy Date Filed: March 29...
AI summary The text discusses the infrequency of updates to $/kW and $/kWh incentives in PG&E’s portfolio, noting the last update occurred approximately three years ago, in contrast to more frequent updates for fixed incentives.
ess tests at the portfolio level, it allows the Energy Trust to examine the effect of measure with lower cost effectiveness and thus manage program delivery and promotion efforts accordingly. MEASURE DEVELOPMENT & INCENTIVE SETTING PROCESS...
AI summary The Energy Trust employs a four-step process to introduce new measures and set maximum eligible incentives, allowing for effective program delivery and promotion. This process helps balance incentive levels with delivery and administration expenses.
rticipation limits and data collection requirements) Baseline Conditions Savings: Describe what the measure savings are and how they are to be calculated along with the assumptions Measure Costs: Includes how to account for the costs...
AI summary The document outlines key considerations for setting energy efficiency measure incentives, including the relationship between incentives and incremental costs, impact on market uptake, and the balance between incentives and program delivery within the context of a total portfolio cost effectiveness and budget.
Small Small business looking to save Free on-site energy efficiency survey, then have energy-saving lighting Business money and energy. or refrigeration equipment installed. ConEd will pay up to 70% of the Direct Install cost directly to t...
AI summary Con Edison offers energy efficiency programs for small businesses and neighborhoods, including free on-site surveys, energy-saving equipment installations, and incentives. Businesses pay only the difference after Con Edison covers up to 70% of costs. Neighborhood initiatives include free lighting, water heating, and refrigeration products, with incentives based on specific operational needs.
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AI summary The document discusses the methodology for setting incentive levels in energy efficiency programs, emphasizing alignment with program design and objectives. It notes that commercial programs typically offer prescriptive incentives capped at 50 percent, with exceptions for 'jump-started' measures, such as for agricultural customers, where incentives can reach up to 70 percent.
f a measure is being “jump-started”, there may be consideration to increase the incentive. For example, for agricultural customers, the incentive can go up to 70 percent of the cost. For larger projects in the commercial program, there has...
AI summary The text discusses incentive structures for energy efficiency programs, including adjustments based on historical experience, performance-based incentives, and annual reviews. It highlights communication with stakeholders and the impact of cost-effectiveness on incentive changes.
Rebates are paid after purchase and submission of https://contractors.efficiencyver Lighting Commercial rebate form. Products are qualified through provided mont.com/rebates specifications. Incentives are either prescriptive or quasi- pres...
AI summary The text describes rebate programs for commercial and residential energy efficiency products, including lighting, refrigeration, and kitchen equipment. Rebates are paid after purchase and submission of a rebate form, with products qualified based on specifications and incentives determined by equipment characteristics.
iencyver Rental Commercial Rebates are paid after purchase and submission of mont.com/rebates Properties rebate form. Products are qualified through provided specifications.
AI summary The text discusses rebate programs for rental and commercial properties, stating that rebates are paid after purchase and submission of a rebate form, with products being qualified based on provided specifications.
INCENTIVE LEVEL-SETTING Note the Trust is in the middle of a transition on the process for setting incentives. At the time of writing this report, the MPUC had not yet decided on the process. For the first two Triennial plan periods, one o...
AI summary Efficiency Maine is in the process of setting incentive levels for energy efficiency programs, with the MPUC expressing concerns about overall cost effectiveness. The Trust has proposed a third plan, but the process for adjusting incentives has not yet been finalized. Market research and stakeholder engagement are part of the process.
and costs. This will include data from utilities and consulting stakeholders such as contractors, vendors, customers and advocacy groups. 2. Technical Reference Manual 175 We change the way people use energy Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS P...
AI summary The document discusses the development of Technical Reference Manuals (TRMs) by Efficiency Maine for residential and commercial energy efficiency measures, as well as the calculation of incremental costs for incentive programs. It outlines the process for determining and finalizing incentive rates based on market research and technology considerations.
systems: 33 percent, up to $5,000 (eligible biomass boilers/furnaces) Custom projects: Tier 1 incentive: Achieve a minimum of 20 percent projected whole energy savings through any combination of savings measures and receive $1,000 per buil...
AI summary The text outlines incentive structures for energy efficiency projects, including tiered incentives based on projected energy savings. Tier 1 provides $1,000 per building for 20% savings, and Tier 2 provides $1,500 per building for 40% savings, with each incentive capped at one-third of the total project cost.
t. http://www.efficiencymaine.com/docs/E M-lighting-deals.pdf Business Programs Businesses looking to upgrade their Boilers and furnaces: Incentives equipment between $1,250 to 12,500 Boiler controls and ancillary equipment: $0.75 to 1,325...
AI summary The document outlines business energy efficiency programs in Maine, including incentives for upgrading boilers, furnaces, and lighting systems with energy-efficient products such as LED lighting.
Incentive screening threshold in terms of the program budget and Incentive screening threshold in terms of cost effectiveness (From Cost Effectiveness Calculator) 2. Cost Effectiveness Calculator Section This section will take the inpu...
AI summary This section outlines the inputs and process for calculating the cost effectiveness forecast, which is used to determine the incentive screening threshold in terms of cost effectiveness. Inputs include avoided supply costs, program administration costs, measure energy savings, and other relevant factors.
We change the way people use energy Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 206 of 206 Outputs Total Gross Energy Savings; Total Gross Demand Reduction; Total Net Energy Savings; Total Net Demand Reduction; TR...
AI summary The text outlines key outputs and inputs for reviewing incentive protocols in energy efficiency programs. Outputs include energy savings, demand reduction, TRC and PAC metrics, and cost calculations. Inputs involve cost thresholds, program delivery channels, and financial considerations for setting review guidelines.
President [email protected] Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 3 Page 3 of 94 Overview Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) retained Research Into Action to evaluate three practices and procedures areas in their...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) commissioned Research Into Action to evaluate practices and procedures in Incentive Setting, Business Development, and Training and Development. The findings are presented in three volumes, with Volume 1 focusing on Incentive Setting practices and procedures.
Table 1 describes the documents referred to throughout this report, including the abbreviated titles that are sometimes used. Table 1. Document References for This Report Title Date of most Author Description Abbreviation recent modificati...
AI summary This document outlines the background and context of a project reviewing the incentive setting process at Energy Nova Scotia (ENS). It references several documents, including the Incentive Setting Methodology, Implementation Plan, Manual, and Workbook, and discusses findings related to staff experience and ENS compliance with recommendations.
nce using the Incentive Setting Workbook, the broader decision process around incentive setting, and ENS compliance with the CLEAResult report and the Implementation Plan. 1.1. Incentive Setting Process Overview In response to stakeholder...
AI summary ENS developed an Incentive Setting Manual and Workbook following the CLEAResult report and Implementation Plan, in response to stakeholder feedback during the 2016-2018 DSM Resource Plan regulatory process. The tools aim to provide a systematic approach to setting and reviewing incentives for energy efficiency measures.
d an Incentive Setting Workbook (the Workbook) to detail an internal process and to guide ENS through compiling the information on which incentive decisions would be based. ENS plans to review the incentive level for each measure on an ann...
AI summary ENS has implemented an incentive setting process to review and adjust incentive levels annually, using a workbook to guide decision-making. The process began in 2017 and will expand to cover all incentives by 2018. Program managers and an internal reviewer will oversee the review process for each measure.
manager to lead the incentive review across the program components. The lead reviewer will consult, as needed, with managers of the other affected program components during this process. In addition to developing this process for incentive...
AI summary ENS is conducting an evaluation of the incentive setting process for its programs, including financial simulations and market research. The evaluation focuses on the ease of obtaining information, decisions made, and compliance with the Implementation Plan. The goal is to improve and scale the process for 2018.
Incentive setting process • How easy/difficult is it for program team members to obtain the information the Workbook asks them to provide? 1 Measures for which incentive spending exceeds $400,000 per year for at least two years will receiv...
AI summary The text discusses the incentive setting process, focusing on the ease of information gathering, time consumption, and compatibility with different measures and incentive structures. It also asks whether the process provides sufficient oversight and if the review cycles are justified.
allow for sufficient oversight by, all the relevant actors within ENS? • Do program team members feel the annual or biannual incentive review cycles are justified? Incentive setting decisions • How do program team members use the informa...
AI summary The text outlines questions related to oversight, incentive review cycles, and the use of information in incentive-setting decisions, as well as compliance with the Implementation Plan. It also describes the evaluation approach, which includes a review of documents such as the CLEAResult Report and the Workbook.
often reported the “Existing Measures” and “Inputs & Calcs” tabs were the most time consuming because they had to search for information their program components did not track. All five staff members reported the current incentive setting...
AI summary Staff members found the 'Existing Measures' and 'Inputs & Calcs' tabs in the Workbook time-consuming due to the need to search for untracked information. The current incentive setting process is more time-intensive than previous methods, increasing workload burdens and concerns about scaling up.
ram staff also noted that the “Customer Findings” tab was difficult to complete in some cases because ENS evaluation reports did not present findings at the measure level. 2.2.3. Situations Not Captured Interview findings suggest that the...
AI summary The document highlights challenges with the Workbook used for evaluating energy efficiency programs, including difficulties in completing the 'Customer Findings' tab due to incomplete data from ENS reports, and issues with handling complex incentive structures, tiered incentives, and multiple delivery models. Staff suggested improvements such as a central reference source, better prioritization of fields, and more support from ENS regulatory staff.
changed in the time between reviews. Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 3 Page 14 of 94 3. Incentive Setting Process This section describes the process by which program staff made incentive-setting decisions, whether revi...
AI summary This section outlines the incentive-setting process used by program staff, comparing current practices to past ones. It highlights the use of program tracking data and additional inputs, with a focus on the cost of efficient products and consumer incentive preferences.
g these data, program staff said they focused on the cost of efficient products, with two also noting they considered what incentive levels consumers would find attractive. Several program staff elaborated on how they previously tackled in...
AI summary Program staff discussed past and current approaches to setting incentives for energy efficiency programs. Previously, they focused on product costs and incentive caps, but the current process requires broader considerations such as baseline product prices and market potential, which they find challenging.
es of baseline products and estimates of market potential. As previously noted, these types of inputs were among the data points program staff most often found challenging. While program staff noted they did not consistently approach incen...
AI summary The document discusses challenges faced by program staff in setting incentives, including inconsistent approaches prior to the current process. However, all staff with experience in incentive setting reported that their decisions were documented and justified. The new process was seen as beneficial for consistency in information and documentation. Program staff also collaborated with others during the incentive review process and consulted the regulatory team for assistance.
sure who within ENS would review the new Workbooks. Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 3 Page 15 of 94 3.2. Incentive Decision Considerations Reflecting the Workbook’s greater focus on gathering market data relative to pr...
AI summary The document discusses how program staff at ENS use the 'Inputs & Calcs' tab in the Workbook to make incentive decisions, emphasizing its influence on program cost effectiveness and suggesting it could streamline the incentive review process.
ss/fail on each measure, why don’t we just have a spreadsheet that has that information on it? You can dive deeper into those certain measures that potentially don’t pass.” Consistent with program staff reports about the importance of the...
AI summary The document discusses the use of a spreadsheet tool ('Workbook') in evaluating incentive levels for energy programs. Program staff rely on the 'Inputs & Calcs' tab for decisions, but rarely reference other tabs in their rationale. Most staff found their chosen incentive levels similar to those without the Workbook, though some were skeptical due to input uncertainty and lack of incentive cap considerations.
ted. Two stated they were skeptical of the Workbook’s calculations due to uncertainty in their input estimates and because the Workbook did not account for incentive caps. 3.3. Frequency Program staff suggested that the frequency with whic...
AI summary Program staff and managers discussed concerns about the Workbook's calculations and the frequency of incentive reviews. Skepticism was raised due to uncertainty in input estimates and lack of consideration for incentive caps. The frequency of reviews should align with market changes, with some measures requiring less frequent reviews due to slower market changes. Frequent reviews may reduce program stability and increase participant burden.
ill provide many of the inputs to the Workbook. Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 3 Page 16 of 94 4. Compliance with Incentive Implementation Plan This section describes the results of the evaluation team’s review and as...
AI summary This section discusses the evaluation of ENS's Incentive Setting Manual against the Implementation Plan's requirements. The Manual was found to effectively document the steps taken but could benefit from more detailed instructions on tool usage.
Expectation Verified Notes Definition of roles and The manual lists separate roles for the “Lead for Incentive responsibilities with respect to Review” and the “Program Manager.” Since, in many cases, the incentive design and revision prog...
AI summary The document discusses the roles and responsibilities related to incentive design and revision, including approval processes, documentation requirements, and storage procedures. It also highlights the need for clarity on overlapping roles and the lack of detail on internal controls and monitoring.
process compliance Reviewer is responsible for oversight of the Incentive Review Process, it does not describe what oversight entails. Roles and responsibilities with The Manual specifies that the Incentive Process Reviewer is respect to t...
AI summary The document outlines the responsibility of the Incentive Process Reviewer in overseeing the Incentive Review Process and updating the incentive manual. It confirms that Energy Nova Scotia (ENS) is conducting customer and technology research as specified in the Implementation Plan, both through the incentive setting process and formal research.
The interviewed program staff reported that the Consolidated Calculator was helpful in making incentive decisions, although they reported difficulty finding some of the required inputs. 4.5. Conduct Financial Simulations of Existing Incent...
AI summary The interviewed program staff found the Consolidated Calculator useful for making incentive decisions but faced challenges in locating required inputs. CLEAResult conducted financial simulations for two program components, Instant Savings and Custom, and recommended that ENS perform simulations for all program components to evaluate current incentive levels against cost to participants, program budget, and cost effectiveness thresholds.
ide Management Report – Attachment 2. eTRM Overview. Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 3 Page 19 of 94 ENS completed these recommended financial simulations on June 30, 2017. The purpose of the simulations was to review...
AI summary ENS conducted financial simulations in 2017 to evaluate the appropriateness of existing incentives. The simulations were more effective for prescriptive measures, but less so for quasi-prescriptive and complex programs, such as whole home initiatives, where average incentives and savings were used instead of detailed data.
sonably modeled using the recommended thresholds. Examples include the whole home program components (Home Energy Assessment and New Home Construction). Custom incentives are, by definition, customized and use incentive-setting algorithm...
AI summary The document discusses the incentive-setting process for energy efficiency programs, noting that while the new Workbook approach is consistent and broader, it requires significant staff time and may need streamlining. Custom incentives and program components with incentive caps are also mentioned.
tive structures. Our recommendations focus on providing greater support for gathering data that had not been previously tracked for program components. Recommendation 1-1: Determining the highest priorities for inputs to the incentive-sett...
AI summary The text outlines two recommendations aimed at improving data collection and training for program staff. The first focuses on prioritizing and clarifying inputs for incentive-setting workbooks, while the second emphasizes training to enhance the reliability of research and analysis for workbook inputs.
incentive oversight process. Recommendation 2-2: For the Consolidated Calculator, further clarify instructions about where to find the required inputs. Recommendation 2-3: For future financial simulations, consider the lessons learned in t...
AI summary The text discusses recommendations for improving the Consolidated Calculator and the Incentive Setting Workbook, including clarifying instructions and considering improvements to future financial simulations.
ta, and therefore does not work if the program is residential. Rounding: The same user also reported that the incentive field rounds up, and because some incentives values are not whole numbers, the cell needs 2 decimal places. Date File...
AI summary The text discusses an interview guide used by ENS staff to gather feedback on an incentive-setting tool, focusing on user experiences, challenges faced, and opportunities for improvement. The guide emphasizes the importance of user input to refine the process for future use.
usly 2. Quote you anonymously and provide you an opportunity to review and approve the quotes before we use them 3. Not quote you at all. Everything you say is confidential. We won’t share our notes from the conversation unless we are lega...
AI summary The text outlines a set of procedures for handling quotes from respondents during an interview, including options for anonymous quoting, review, and non-quoting. It also asks about the respondent's role at Efficiency Nova Scotia and their experience with the incentive-setting process.
measures than others? 1. Which measures took/would take longer? 2. Why do you think those measures took/would take longer? Q7. Assuming the workbook doesn’t change, how do you think the amount of time it takes you to complete the incentive...
AI summary The text outlines a series of questions focused on the time required to complete an incentive setting workbook, challenges faced with specific tabs like 'Existing Measures' and 'Inputs and Calcs,' and potential improvements to the process. The discussion centers on efficiency, data collection, and user experience in incentive setting procedures.
llects data to more effectively capture that information? Q9. Now let’s move on to the “Inputs and Calcs” tab. What was most challenging on that tab? 1. What, if anything, might make it easier for you to provide the information that tab wa...
AI summary The text includes questions about challenges in completing the 'Inputs and Calcs' tab of a workbook, the potential for improvement in data collection, and the factors influencing decisions on incentive levels for energy efficiency programs.
Q12. What information, if any, played a role in your decision that you might not have considered if the incentive setting workbook had not asked you to provide it? Q13. Of all the information in the incentive setting workbook, what, if any...
AI summary The text consists of a series of questions aimed at understanding the impact of a new incentive-setting process on decision-making, including what information influenced decisions, what was unhelpful, and how the process may vary across different measures and incentive structures.
that all of the relevant actors within ENS had the right level of information about, and oversight on, the incentive levels you set/changed/maintained? 1. [If needed:] Who, if anyone, do you think should have been better-informed? 2. [If n...
AI summary The text discusses general questions about the incentive setting process, focusing on its benefits, challenges, and potential modifications for successful implementation across ENS's portfolio of measures. It also asks about the frequency of reviews for different types of measures.
1. What types of measures do you think should be reviewed more frequently? Why? 2. What types of measures do you think should be reviewed less frequently? Why? Q21. As ENS has committed to ensuring that incentive levels are not higher than...
AI summary The text includes a series of questions regarding the frequency of reviewing measures and checks and balances in the incentive setting process. It also addresses confidentiality and the use of quotes in a final report related to business development practices and procedures.
4.3. Salesforce Process ........................................................................................................................ 17 Appendix A. Business Development Manager In-Depth Interview Guide ............................
AI summary This section outlines the responsibilities of Efficiency Nova Scotia's (ENS) Business Development (BD) team, which includes informing BNI customers and market actors about ENS offerings, generating energy-efficiency project leads, and collaborating with various internal and external stakeholders to complete projects.
s agreed that projects in all program components often result from the consistent and ongoing communication that BDMs have with the BNI customers in their vertical markets. The vertical market each BDM serves, coupled with project and prog...
AI summary BDMs (Business Development Managers) play a key role in connecting BNI customers with program staff for Custom and BER projects. Their involvement varies depending on the program component and the level of participant engagement, with some businesses requiring more oversight than others.
with their BDMs. For example, a commercial property owner may receive an ENS rebate for lighting equipment and simply have their staff install it without help from their BDM. 5 Under the OEM initiative, ENS places energy managers within la...
AI summary The text discusses ENS's Business, Non-Profit, and Institutional (BNI) program, including how rebates are provided for energy efficiency projects, the role of Business Development Managers (BDMs), and the OEM initiative where energy managers are placed in large organizations to identify and support energy efficiency projects. Savings from these initiatives are tracked within the BNI program.
National Accounts: In the last year, one BDM changed their role within ENS to work with national accounts, typically retail, restaurant, and hospitality businesses. Adding a dedicated BDM to serve these vertical markets resulted in great...
AI summary Electricity Nova Scotia (ENS) has increased its focus on the BNI market, leading to higher program participation and satisfaction. A dedicated Business Development Manager (BDM) was added to serve national accounts, resulting in greater engagement. BDMs have also worked with schools and First Nations to boost participation. Participants expressed high satisfaction with ENS resources, particularly the support from BDMs.
ons ENS can offer to meet the customer’s previously unrecognized needs. Insight Selling may include energy management as well as other benefits, thereby helping the customer bring their business to the next level. Promoting NEBs. One BDM...
AI summary The document discusses how ENS's Business Development Managers (BDMs) promote non-energy benefits (NEBs) such as productivity and health and safety, and how the BD team collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to drive BNI customers toward energy efficiency projects.
curacy of my notes. We will use the recording internally at Research Into Action; we will not provide it to Efficiency Nova Scotia. Is it OK for me to record the interview? If you want to refer me to specific documents to answer any of my...
AI summary The text outlines an interview process with a representative from Electricity Nova Scotia (ENS), focusing on roles, responsibilities, and changes in the Business Development team over the past year. It includes questions about staffing, structure, and responsibilities across different programs.
NS Power IR-15 Attachment 3 Page 62 of 94 Appendix E. Business Energy Rebates Participant Interview Guide E.1. Introduction Thanks for taking the time to talk today. I work for Research Into Action, and we have been asked by Efficiency Nov...
AI summary This document is an interview guide for participants in the Business Energy Rebates program, aimed at understanding the role and effectiveness of Efficiency Nova Scotia's Business Development team. The guide includes questions about the participant's role, company type, and facility size to assess program engagement.
many square feet is your facility? [If needed: I am just looking for a rough way to understand the size of facilities that participate in the Business Energy Rebates program.] E.3. Program Outreach Q4. How did you learn about the Business...
AI summary The document includes survey questions about participation in the Business Energy Rebates (BER) program, focusing on how participants learned about the program, their motivation for participation, and their interaction with ENS and Business Development Managers (BDMs).
NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 TRC – Refers to the Total Resource Cost [Test]. 2 3 VFD – Refers to a Variable Frequency Drive. 4 5 Please note that standard SI unit abbreviations have not been defined here. 6 7 d) These values were calculated within N...
AI summary The text discusses the calculation of energy and demand savings using Navigant’s ProCESS model, administrative cost allocation methods, and the basis for incremental cost information and incentives for various energy efficiency measures. It also notes that some cost estimates are preliminary and will be refined with operational data.
Table 2: BER Unitary Admin Cost Measure Admin Cost Unit Count 1/2 Size Hot Food Holding Cabinet Business Energy Rebates $1,426.42 38 Advanced Lighting Design (Performance Lighting) Business Energy Rebates $1,653.04 76 Air Source Heat Pump...
AI summary The table lists administrative costs and unit counts for various energy efficiency measures under the Business Energy Rebates program, including items such as hot food holding cabinets, lighting systems, heat pumps, and refrigeration compressors.
$0.00 0 Door Heater Controls Business Energy Rebates $126,348.45 565 Double Heat Pad (Agriculture) Business Energy Rebates $1,107.26 27 Dual Enthalpy Economizer Controls Business Energy Rebates $1,423.86 20 EC Motor for Refrigeration Appli...
AI summary The text provides a list of energy rebate programs offered by Nova Scotia Power (NSP) under the Business Energy Rebates initiative, including various equipment and technologies with associated costs and quantities. The document also includes a date filed: March 29, 2019.
$0.00 0 Evaporator Fan Motor Controls Business Energy Rebates $4,917.98 68 Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-41 Attachment 7 Page 2 of 6
AI summary The document lists a rebate of $4,917.98 for 'Evaporator Fan Motor Controls' under the Business Energy Rebates program, filed on March 29, 2019.
Measure Admin Cost Unit Count Flood Luminaire (10000 lumen) Business Energy Rebates $93,790.58 3765 Flood Luminaire (48000 lumen) Business Energy Rebates $100,924.21 1234 Four Pin Replacement Lamps for CFLs Business Energy Rebates $1,193.1...
AI summary This document presents a table detailing various energy efficiency measures under the Business Energy Rebates program, including costs and unit counts for items such as flood luminaires, heat pumps, and refrigeration units. Some items have zero cost and zero units, indicating they may not be currently active or available.
en) Business Energy Rebates $0.00 0 High Efficiency Circulator Pump 1.5kW Business Energy Rebates $2,642.23 38 High Efficiency Circulator Pump 100W Business Energy Rebates $304.45 26 High Efficiency Circulator Pump 300W Business Energy Reb...
AI summary This text lists various energy efficiency programs and their associated costs and quantities, with a focus on Business Energy Rebates for different types of equipment such as LED troffers, circulator pumps, and HVAC sensors.
tes $7,894.15 3393 Linear Ambient Luminaire (8000 lumen) Business Energy Rebates $5,288.23 1054 Linear Replacement Lamp (2 foot) Business Energy Rebates $1,081.69 1882 Linear Replacement Lamp (4 foot) Business Energy Rebates $1,161,120.22...
AI summary The text lists various energy rebate programs and their associated costs and quantities, focusing on business energy rebates for different types of equipment and applications.
$126.45 20 Networked/Connected - Low Impact Application Business Energy Rebates $250.79 20 No-Loss Drain Business Energy Rebates $403.23 6 Occupancy Sensor (Ceiling Mounted) Business Energy Rebates $4,189.45 316 Occupancy Sensor (Wall Moun...
AI summary The text lists various energy efficiency programs and their associated costs and quantities, including items like occupancy sensors, heat pumps, and cooling conversions, all under the Business Energy Rebates program. The data appears to be part of a financial or programmatic filing by NS Power.
iness Energy Rebates $0.00 0 Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-41 Attachment 7 Page 3 of 6
AI summary The document contains a line item for 'Business Energy Rebates' with a value of $0.00 and was filed on March 29, 2019 as part of NS Power IR-41 Attachment 7, Page 3 of 6.
Measure Admin Cost Unit Count Parking Garage Luminaire (8000 lumen) Business Energy Rebates $0.00 0 Pole/Arm-Mounted Area Luminaire (20000 lumen) Business Energy Rebates $51,495.31 5154 Pole/Arm-Mounted Area Luminaire (4000 lumen) Business...
AI summary The text provides a detailed breakdown of administrative costs for various energy-efficient equipment under the Business Energy Rebates program, including specific items such as luminaire types, dishwashers, and server-related technologies, along with the number of units and associated costs.
ebates $262.91 13 Single -Tank Conveyor Dishwasher - High Temp Business Energy Rebates $1,898.78 8 Single -Tank Conveyor Dishwasher - Low Temp Business Energy Rebates $5,664.13 15 Single-Tank Door type Dishwasher - High Temp Business Energ...
AI summary The text lists various energy rebate programs and the associated costs and number of installations for different types of equipment under the Business Energy Rebates initiative.
8 VFD - 20 hp - Institutional - Chilled Water Pump Business Energy Rebates $8,641.94 6 VFD - 20 hp - Retail - Exhaust Fan Business Energy Rebates $11,009.83 6 VFD - 30 hp - Institutional - Make-up Air Fan Business Energy Rebates $15,771.77...
AI summary The text lists various energy-efficient equipment and their associated rebate amounts under the Business Energy Rebates program, including Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), lighting systems, and other energy-saving technologies. It also includes administrative costs per unit.
information of ozone depletingby NRCan to substances efficiencyPEI (refrigerants) mustasbewell as to other completed provincial, by an individual territorial certified or municipal as a “registered organizations handler” as specifiedor uti...
AI summary The text references regulations related to ozone-depleting substances and the need for certified handlers, as well as incentive programs and environmental protection acts. It mentions the Cap. E-9 (Ozone Layer Protection Regulations) and Efficiency PEI, but lacks a clear narrative or argument.
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Table 1: Types of Evaluations Conducted for Each Program Component B D 2017 2018 Program Program Component Process Market Impact Process Market Impact Residential Residential Efficient Appliance Retirement R С С Product Rebates Program Ins...
AI summary Table 1 outlines the types of evaluations conducted for various program components in residential and business energy efficiency initiatives. It includes details on process, market, and impact evaluations for different programs such as appliance retirement, product rebates, and energy management systems.
Process Evaluations The Evaluator recommended that the New Construction service of Custom, New Home Construction, and Business Energy Rebates would benefit the most from a process evaluation in 2018. & lt;sup>b The process evaluation speci...
AI summary The Evaluator recommended process evaluations for New Construction, Business Energy Rebates, and Retrofit services in 2017-2018. Participants reported moderate satisfaction with New Home Construction but criticized incentive levels and low participation. Business Energy Rebates, generating 86% of ENS savings, faces challenges in diversifying measures beyond lighting. Strategic Energy Management had no 2017 savings due to cohort timing.
Business Energy Rebates Business Energy Rebates delivers incentives through two services, namely Mail-in and Instant Rebates. In 2018, a total of 366 Mail-in projects were implemented by 257 unique participants. For Instant Rebates, a tota...
AI summary Business Energy Rebates delivers incentives through Mail-in and Instant Rebates. In 2018, the program achieved significant energy and peak demand savings, but evaluated savings were lower than tracked values due to adjustments in gross savings and a slight decrease in the net-to-gross ratio.
4 Mid-course planned savings adjusted by ENS. Residential programs achieved 51.831 GWh in net energy savings and 11.333 MW in net peak demand savings at the generator. Energy savings were 1 percent lower than planned due to lower than expe...
AI summary Residential and BNI programs in Nova Scotia achieved significant energy savings in 2018, though some components underperformed. Instant Savings and Green Heat exceeded targets, compensating for shortfalls in other programs. Business Energy Rebates saw a record number of rebated products, while some programs, like Efficient Product Installation, fell below savings goals. Adjustments in modeling and participation levels influenced outcomes.
& lt;sup>b HomeWarming was called Low-income Homeowner until the end of 2014. ° 2011 Residential Direct Install results correspond to the Efficient Product - Low-income Renters pilot, which offered a similar mix of products as Residential...
AI summary The text discusses various energy efficiency programs, including HomeWarming, Residential Direct Install, and Business Energy Rebates, highlighting their evolution over time, including name changes and program consolidations. It also notes the inclusion of different rebate types and program components.
Business Energy Rebates: LED Lighting ENS has been active in the LED market of the BNI sector through Business Energy Rebates since 2010. Following a similar trend as the residential market, the share of LED technology among lighting shipm...
AI summary ENS has been providing Business Energy Rebates for LED lighting in the BNI sector since 2010. The LED market has grown significantly, with 56% of lighting shipments being LED in 2017. Prices have declined, and LED products are widely available. Free-ridership for LED products ranged between 29 and 37% in 2018. ENS plans to remove certain LED products from the rebate program as they approach maturity, while LED linear fixtures remain in a growth phase.
Table 17: Recommendations on Business, Non-profit and Institutional Program Components No. Recommendation BER-R4. Analyze the incentive levels for non-lighting measures with a higher payback period. Meeting company payback thresholds remai...
AI summary The recommendation suggests analyzing incentive levels for non-lighting energy efficiency measures with longer payback periods. Meeting company payback thresholds is a key barrier for some participants, and ENS may need to review incentives for high-potential measures to encourage adoption.
OPTION C [ASK IF DIFFICULTY TO ANSWER OPTION B AND IF REBATE ELIGIBLE A-TYPE TOTAL SALES =YES] C. According to the data you provided to Efficiency Nova Scotia, you sold approximately [REBATE ELIGIBLE A-TYPE TOTAL SALES] rebate eligible A-t...
AI summary The text outlines a series of questions related to the sales of rebate-eligible A-type LED bulbs, including the percentage of total sales, anticipated sales patterns for 2018 and 2019, and the selection of SKUs for rebate eligibility during the 2018 Instant Savings campaigns.
version of HOT2000 and of the rating system have been put in place; with these new versions, a rating in GJ reflects the modelled consumption of a home and 0 GJ is the best rating a home can achieve. Homeowners have 12 months to complete t...
AI summary The document outlines the Home Energy Assessment (HEA) program, which provides rebates and low-interest financing for energy efficiency upgrades. It details the process for homeowners to complete upgrades, schedule assessments, and receive final EnerGuide ratings. The program includes eligible measures such as insulation, windows, heat pumps, and ventilation systems, with incentive adjustments made in July 2018.
Table 9: Implementation Status of 2017 Recommendations for HEA 2017 Recommendation Status 2017 HEA-R1. Review the current incentive structure to look for possible ways to simplify it. Implemented 2017 HEA-R2. Conduct a billing analysis to...
AI summary The 2017 HEA recommendations were implemented. ENS simplified the incentive structure by discontinuing bundling and tiered approaches, launching the new structure in July 2018. A billing analysis using HOT2000 estimated the overestimation ratio for simulation models.
9.2.4 Mini-split Heat Pump Prices Table 35 provides the average cost of incented systems (not including incentives) and the average incentive across nominal capacities based on the Green Heat tracking sheets. This information indicates the...
AI summary Table 35 shows average costs and incentives for mini-split heat pumps (MSHPs) based on Green Heat tracking sheets, noting a slight decrease in prices and incentives since 2016. However, cost variations are significant, and data combines systems with different numbers of indoor heads.
Comparison There is no single incentive amount or incentive basis that works for all jurisdictions. Incentive amounts range from less than CAD 1,000[13](#page-13-0) for National Grid Rhode Island and Fortis BC, to CAD 10,000 for NB Power....
AI summary Incentive amounts for energy efficiency programs vary significantly across jurisdictions, ranging from less than CAD 1,000 to CAD 10,000. Programs use different metrics for determining incentives, such as third-party certification scores and savings above code.
Incentives I think I have an understanding of your incentive structure from your program website and documents. However, could you please go over your incentives with me. Let's start with …
AI summary The discussion begins with a request to explain the incentive structure, referencing program documents and the program website. The speaker indicates a general understanding but seeks a detailed explanation.
[ASK ALL] Q26. Who receives program incentives - builders, homeowners, or both? Why did you choose to give incentives to builders and/or homeowners? Q27. How did you choose the incentive amounts you offer? [ASK ALL] Q28. How have incentive...
AI summary The questions focus on who receives program incentives, the rationale behind incentive amounts, changes over time, and feedback from builders regarding the sufficiency of incentives to maintain participation in the program.
[ASK IF NOT ADDRESSED] Q30. How, if at all, do the perceptions about incentives differ between spec and custom builders? [ If differences :] What are those differences?
AI summary The question explores differences in perceptions about incentives between spec and custom builders. It asks whether such differences exist and, if so, what they are.
Table 1: Overall Participation and Savings for BER Participation Level Gross Savings NTGR Net Savings Mail-in Energy Savings 24.596 GWh 0.83 20.414 GWh Lifetime Energy Savings 366 projects 379.986 GWh 0.83 315.388 GWh Peak Demand Savings 3...
AI summary Table 1 provides an overview of the Business Energy Rebates (BER) program, detailing participation levels, gross and net savings, and the net-to-gross ratio (NTGR) for different rebate categories, including mail-in and instant rebates, with a focus on energy and peak demand savings.
BER Performance BER aimed to achieve 50.6 GWh in net electrical energy savings and 7.9 MW in net peak demand savings at the generator in 2018. The Evaluator determined that BER achieved 75.298 GWh in net electrical energy savings and 11.32...
AI summary The Business Energy Rebates (BER) program achieved significant energy and peak demand savings in 2018, with 75.298 GWh in net electrical energy savings and 11.327 MW in net peak demand savings. This represents a 46,128-tonne reduction in annual GHG emissions. The program's success is attributed to increased participation in Instant Rebates and Mail-in projects.
Satisfaction Mail-in participants were very satisfied with BER staff, although slightly less satisfied with the project information required to be submitted and the process of completing the application forms. The most frequently mentioned...
AI summary Mail-in participants were highly satisfied with BER staff but had concerns about application processes and information requirements. Contractors found the process time-consuming, and distributors rated the Instant Rebates service at 7.7 out of 10, citing administrative challenges and tracking eligible measures as key issues.
BER Energy Savings Table 4 compares the 2018 tracked and evaluated savings for Mail-in and Instant Rebates combined.
AI summary Table 4 compares the 2018 tracked and evaluated savings for Mail-in and Instant Rebates combined, providing insight into the effectiveness of these rebate programs.
BER Recommendations The 2018 impact evaluation revealed that the accuracy of reported savings had improved, especially for Mail-in. In addition, ENS has been proactive in adapting their Instant Rebates offerings to the evolving market by r...
AI summary The 2018 impact evaluation of the Business Energy Rebates (BER) program highlights the need for process improvements, including reviewing eligibility criteria, improving data tracking, connecting participants with non-lighting contractors, and analyzing incentive levels for non-lighting measures. These recommendations aim to enhance program performance and savings accuracy.
1 BER OVERVIEW This section describes BER, follows up on 2017 evaluation recommendations and presents participation history.
AI summary This section provides an overview of the Business Energy Rebates (BER) program, follows up on 2017 evaluation recommendations, and presents participation history related to the program.
1.2 Follow-up on 2017 Evaluation Report Recommendations BER was evaluated in 2017 and improvement recommendations were made by the Evaluator. Table 6 below provides a brief summary of the implementation status of each recommendation presen...
AI summary The 2017 Evaluation Report reviewed the Business Energy Rebates (BER) program and provided improvement recommendations. Table 6 summarizes the implementation status of these recommendations as presented in the Executive Summary of the report.
BER Mail-in In 2018, 366 Mail-in projects were implemented by 257 unique participants.1 Figure 2 below illustrates how Mail-in participation has evolved since its inception in 2012. The number of participating businesses increased by 21 pe...
AI summary The BER Mail-in program saw 366 projects implemented by 257 unique participants in 2018, with a 21% increase in business participation compared to 2017. Gross savings per participant rose to 95.702 MWh, with 75% of savings coming from lighting measures and 9% from VFDs.
BER Overall As presented in Figure 6 further below, BER generated a total of 100.648 GWh in gross energy savings at the generator, which is the highest result since inception. Mail-in accounted for 24 percent of savings, while Instant Reba...
AI summary The Business Energy Rebates (BER) program achieved a total of 100.648 GWh in gross energy savings in 2018, with Instant Rebates contributing 76% and Mail-in contributing 24%. Energy savings have increased by 81% since 2017, largely due to higher participation in both programs, particularly in lighting measures.
3 BER PROCESS AND MARKET EVALUATION This section provides a summary of the key findings from a review of BER documentation, participant interviews during site visits, participant surveys, as well as interviews with key ENS staff, Mail-in c...
AI summary This section reviews the Business Energy Rebates (BER) process and market evaluation, addressing three key questions: the interrelation between Mail-in and Instant Rebates, how BER and ENS can encourage non-lighting measures, and the level of satisfaction with BER.
3.1 Interrelations Between BER Services One of the main objectives of this portion of the process and market evaluation was to draw a picture of the two BER services to verify whether using different sets of assumptions and calculation met...
AI summary This section evaluates the interrelations between two Business Energy Rebates (BER) services, Instant Rebates and Mail-in, by comparing their assumptions, methodologies, and usage contexts. It highlights the importance of Instant Rebates and explores participant awareness and preferences, concluding with a review of similar programs in other Canadian jurisdictions.
Installation Contexts of BER Lighting Measures In addition to comparing the measures installed in each service, the Evaluator also compared the context in which lighting measures are installed. This section discusses the types of projects...
AI summary This section examines the contexts in which BER lighting measures are installed, focusing on whether they are used in new construction or retrofit projects, the condition of existing lighting measures, and whether they are for residential or commercial use.
Awareness and Use of BER Services This subsection discusses whether Mail-in participants know about Instant Rebates and vice versa, as well as why participants and contractors choose one service over the other. During the survey, 70 Mail-i...
AI summary The text discusses awareness and use of BER (Business Energy Rebates) services among participants and contractors, highlighting that 24% of Mail-in participants are aware of Instant Rebates, while 46% of Instant Rebates participants know about Mail-in. Reasons for preference include ease of use, immediate rebate delivery, and compatibility with project types.
Actors and Factors Influencing Measure Choices The Evaluator asked Mail-in and Instant Rebates participants how they became aware of BER offerings and the role of distributors and contractors in their awareness and choice of measures.
AI summary The Evaluator inquired about how participants in Mail-in and Instant Rebates became aware of Business Energy Rebates (BER) offerings, and the role of distributors and contractors in their awareness and choice of energy efficiency measures.
Mail-in While visiting with Mail-in participants on site, the Evaluator took the opportunity to ask a few process-related questions. Of the 74 site-visit participants who provided answers, most learned about BER offerings through a contact...
AI summary The Evaluator spoke with 74 Mail-in participants, finding that 39% learned about BER through ENS contacts and 36% through contractors. Most participants with specific contractors use them for lighting, while fewer use them for HVAC, plumbing, or refrigeration.
3.3 Satisfaction with BER This subsection presents feedback from participants, contractors and distributors on the current state of BER and their relationship with ENS.
AI summary This subsection provides feedback from participants, contractors, and distributors regarding their satisfaction with the Business Energy Rebates (BER) program and its relationship with Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS).
Satisfaction with BER Incentives Mail-in participants noted that, generally, received incentives were what they expected, and the time to receive the incentives was as anticipated (see Figure 11). Figure 11: Participant Satisfaction with I...
AI summary Participants in the BER program generally found the incentives to be as expected, though some suggested increasing incentives for specific LED products and non-lighting measures. Contractors indicated that higher incentives for HVAC and refrigeration measures could foster more interest in these areas.
Table 9: Participant Improvement Suggestions (n=70) for BER Mail-in Suggestions Count Percent No Improvement Suggestions 42 60% Improvement Suggestions 28 40% Awareness 15 21% Better marketing/awareness 7 10% Provide more information/infor...
AI summary The table outlines participant improvement suggestions for the Business Energy Rebates (BER) mail-in program. Most participants (60%) did not provide suggestions, while 40% did. Key areas for improvement include awareness, process, and rebates, with specific suggestions such as better marketing, more user-friendly forms, and increased rebate amounts.
Table 11: Revised Gross Energy and Peak Demand Savings for BER Mail-in Me Ca te as ur e g or y H V A C L ig h in t g Re fr ig io t er a n M d V to o rs a n F Ds Co d A m p re ss e ir Ag ic l l tu r u ra En Sa in er g y v g s Tr ke d G En S...
AI summary Table 11 presents revised gross energy and peak demand savings for the Business Energy Rebates (BER) Mail-in program, detailing energy savings across various categories such as HVAC, lighting, refrigeration, and agriculture. The table includes metrics like tracked gross energy savings, adjusted ratios, effective useful life, and peak demand savings across different sectors.
Revised Gross Energy and Peak Demand Savings for BER Mail-in (Continued) Ca Me te as ur e g or y K i he tc n W He in te t a r a g Pu in m p g So la r To l fo A l l ta r Ca ies te g or Sa En in er g g s y v Tr ke d G En Sa ing ( G W h ) ac...
AI summary The document presents revised gross energy and peak demand savings for the Business Energy Rebates (BER) mail-in program. It includes various metrics such as adjusted ratios, energy savings, and peak demand savings across different categories and types of energy usage.
Table 13: Revised Net Energy and Peak Demand Savings for BER Mail-in Ca Me te as ur e g or y C H V A L ig h in t g Re fr ig io t er a n M d V to o rs a n F Ds Co d A m p re ss e ir Ag ic l l tu r u ra En Sa in er g y v g s Re ise d G En Sa...
AI summary Table 13 presents revised net energy and peak demand savings for the BER Mail-in program, detailing energy savings and peak demand reductions across various sectors such as commercial, residential, and agricultural. The table includes metrics like revised gross energy savings, net energy savings, effective life, and peak demand savings in gigawatt-hours and megawatts.
In-service Rates To establish ISRs, the Evaluator conducted a literature review in 2016 of other jurisdictions with an upstream commercial program service similar to Instant Rebates because research indicates that a percentage of purchased...
AI summary The Evaluator established In-Service Rates (ISRs) based on a 2016 literature review, applying an 85% ISR for LED lamps and 100% for other measures like fixtures and pumps. This approach was later applied in 2018 across all measure categories, with results aligning with Energy Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) tracking.
Evaluated Net Energy and Peak Demand Savings for BER Instant Rebates (Continued) Ca Me te as ur e g or y L E D D ire io l a d t c na n Ar h i l F ix te tu tu c c ra re s Oc cu p an cy Se ns or s Pu m p s To l fo A l l ta r Me as ur es Sa E...
AI summary This table evaluates the net energy and peak demand savings for BER Instant Rebates, showing various metrics such as energy savings in gigawatt-hours, peak demand savings in megawatts, and effective useful life in years across different categories like LED directional and occupancy sensors, pumps, and total measures.
[INTRODUCTION] Hello, my name is _____________ and I am calling from Corporate Research Associates, a Halifax-based survey research company. We are performing an evaluation of energy efficiency services provided by Efficiency Nova Scotia....
AI summary A representative from Corporate Research Associates is conducting a survey to evaluate Efficiency Nova Scotia's Business Energy Rebates Program. They are contacting participants to gather feedback on their experience with the program in order to help improve it.
Verification and Recall (V Series) - V1. Our records indicate that your organization would have received a mail-in rebate for energy efficiency measures that were implemented at your facility located at [FACILITY ADDRESS] in [FACILITY CITY...
AI summary This section of the regulatory proceeding document outlines a verification and recall process for the Business Energy Rebates Program administered by Efficiency Nova Scotia. It includes questions to confirm receipt of mail-in rebates and to identify the most knowledgeable individual within an organization regarding the program.
Name: Telephone #: (Note: Thank, terminate, record and keep data. Schedule interview with best contact regarding V4. According to our information, through its participation in the Business Energy Rebates Program, your organization submitte...
AI summary The text refers to an organization's participation in the Business Energy Rebates Program in 2018, including the number of applications submitted, the specific measure category implemented at a facility, and the rebate received.
va Scotia program in your decision to participate in your most recent Business Energy Rebates Program project? [RESPONSE OPTIONS 1-10 AND NOT APPLICABLE, DK AND REFUSED]
AI summary The document asks participants in the Business Energy Rebates Program to rate how much the Nova Scotia program influenced their decision to participate in their most recent project, with response options ranging from 1-10 and other options.
[Ask IF FR5b=1] FR5c. Just to be sure I understand correctly, you are saying that the measure was already attractive enough in terms of financial payback to be implemented without the rebate? CODE ONLY ONE - 1. YES - 2. NO - 8. (DON'T KNOW...
AI summary The text includes questions about the financial attractiveness of energy measures and the presence of energy management policies in facilities participating in the Business Energy Rebates Program. It seeks to determine whether rebates were necessary for implementation and what energy management practices are in place.
Satisfaction [S series] - S1. Using a scale from 1 to 10 where 1 is "not at all satisfied" and 10 is "completely satisfied" how would you rate your satisfaction with the Business Energy Rebates program overall? [RECORD NUMBER, 98=Don't kno...
AI summary This section of the regulatory proceeding document assesses participant satisfaction with the Business Energy Rebates program through a series of questions. It explores overall satisfaction, reasons for dissatisfaction, and experiences with specific aspects of the program such as application processes, rebate amounts, and communication.
P1. Prior to your most recent Business Energy Rebates Program incented project, have you participated in projects that received Efficiency Nova Scotia incentives before? Previously Participated in Projects Receiving ENS Incentives Sample S...
AI summary The text asks respondents about their prior participation in Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) programs before their most recent Business Energy Rebates Program project, with responses indicating that 44% had previously participated. It also explores which specific ENS programs they participated in and how influential past participation was in their decision to join the latest project, with a mean influence score of 8.2.
P4. Other than the Business Energy Rebates Mail-in program you recently participated in, what Efficiency Nova Scotia program(s), if any, are you aware of? Aware of Other ENS Program Components 2018 Sample Size 38 None – Not aware of any EN...
AI summary The text discusses awareness of Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) programs beyond the Business Energy Rebates Mail-in program, with most respondents not being aware of other ENS programs. It also explores reasons for choosing the Mail-in service over Instant Rebates and who completed rebate applications for the most recent project.
P7. Did you interact with any Efficiency Nova Scotia staff during the process of applying for the rebate? Interaction with ENS Staff During Application Process Sample Size 70 Yes 63% No 36% Don't know 1% P8. On a scale of 1 to 10 where 1 e...
AI summary The text discusses customer interactions with Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) during the application process for the Business Energy Rebates (BER) program. A majority (63%) of respondents interacted with ENS staff, and overall satisfaction with the service was high, with mean scores ranging from 8.4 to 9.6.
P10. When completing your most recent project through the Business Energy Rebates Mail-in program, did your contractor provide you a choice of Efficiency Nova Scotia programs to participate in? Contractor Provided a Choice of ENS Program C...
AI summary The text asks respondents whether their contractor provided a choice of Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) programs during participation in the Business Energy Rebates Mail-in program. The results show that only 20% of respondents indicated that they were given a choice, while 74% said no and 6% were unsure. The next question asks what other ENS programs were mentioned by the contractor.
- FR1a. I just want to make sure I understand Before you decided to participate in the Business Energy Rebate Program, you had already made the decision to implement energy efficient [MEASURE CATEGORY] measures?
AI summary The question seeks clarification on whether the participant had already decided to implement energy efficient measures before joining the Business Energy Rebate Program.
Would Have Paid 201 15 2016 2017 201 18 Cost of Project Sample Size Mean Sample Size Mean Sample Size Mean Sample Size Mean Mean (0 = "Definitely Would Not Have Paid" 10 = "Definitely Would Have Paid") Paid cost of project 72 5.6 69 6.7 70...
AI summary The text presents survey data on awareness and willingness to pay for energy efficiency programs, focusing on the Business Energy Rebates Program. Respondents were asked about their awareness of premium lighting products and their actions if the program had not been available. Results indicate a moderate level of awareness and a tendency to implement similar measures even without the program.
S3. On a scale of 1 to 10, where 1='not at all satisfied' and 10='completely satisfied', how was your organization's experience with each of the following aspects of the Business Energy Rebates Program?
AI summary The text asks respondents to rate their satisfaction with the Business Energy Rebates Program on a scale from 1 to 10, where 1 indicates 'not at all satisfied' and 10 indicates 'completely satisfied'.
B8a. Do you have any suggestions to improve the Business Energy Rebates Program? Consider all aspects of the program: process, measures covered, marketing, interactions with program staff, and program forms. PROBE: Anything else?
AI summary The question asks for suggestions to improve the Business Energy Rebates Program, considering various aspects such as process, measures covered, marketing, interactions with program staff, and program forms.
The Business Energy Rebates (BER) program provides financial incentives, through prescriptive rebates or financing, to Business, Non-Profit and Institutional (BNI) clients to reduce electrical energy consumption and demand. There are two p...
AI summary The Business Energy Rebates (BER) program provides financial incentives to BNI clients to reduce energy consumption through two participation paths: instant in-store rebates and mail-in rebates. In 2017, the program resulted in significant energy savings through the sale of energy-efficient products and post-installation rebate submissions.
Hello [CONTRACTOR] I work for Research Into Action and we are working with Efficiency Nova Scotia to conduct the process evaluation for their Business Energy Rebates (BER) program. As you may know, the BER program is the prescriptive progr...
AI summary Research Into Action is conducting a process evaluation for Efficiency Nova Scotia's Business Energy Rebates (BER) program. The evaluation includes interviews with contractors to understand how the program works and how it relates to other ENS programs, with a focus on encouraging interest in non-lighting measures.
[ Do not read: ] - 96. Other, please specify: [Open-ended response] - 98. Don't know - 99. Refused Q3. How long have you been with your firm? [ASK ALL] Q4. When did you first learn about the BER Mail-in program? [ASK ALL] Q5. How did you f...
AI summary The text includes questions about participants' tenure with their firms and how they learned about the BER Mail-in program, indicating a focus on customer engagement and program awareness.
Interest in Non-lighting Measures [ASK IF Q2<>1] I would like to talk with you about what you think can be done to generate more interest in the program, especially in generating interest in non-lighting measures. [ASK IF Q2 <>1] Q6. What...
AI summary The text discusses interest in non-lighting measures within the Business Energy Rebates (BER) program, asking stakeholders about the types of measures they promote, avoid, and the barriers to implementing non-lighting eligible projects.
Measure Types Percent Sold Through BER Mail-in Percent Sold Without Incentives Total Not applicable Compressed air equipment 100% q Heating equipment 100% q Refrigeration equipment 100% q Kitchen equipment 100% q Agricultural equipment 100...
AI summary The table outlines the percentage of various equipment types sold through the Business Energy Rebates (BER) mail-in program and without incentives, with all categories showing 100% sales. The 'Not applicable' column is marked with 'q' for each row.
[ASK IF Q2 <>1] Q17. Which of the following measure types, if any, do you see an opportunity to increase the percentage that you sell that go through the ENS program? Why do you see this an opportunity? [If needed: Are the incentives too l...
AI summary The question asks whether there is an opportunity to increase the percentage of certain measure types sold through the ENS program and why, considering factors such as incentives, knowledge, or other reasons.
BER Mail-in Connections with Other ENS Programs and Services [ASK IF Q2=1] [ASK IF Q2=1] Q19. Other than BER Mail-in, what other ENS programs, if any, do you have experience with?
AI summary This section of the document asks respondents about their experience with other Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) programs in addition to the BER Mail-in program.
[ASK IF NOT SPECIFIED IN Q19] Q20. Are you familiar with the BER Instant Rebate program? [ If needed: This is the program that provides incentives to lighting and pump distributors to offered discounted equipment to contractors .]
AI summary The question asks if the respondent is familiar with the BER Instant Rebate program, which provides incentives to lighting and pump distributors to offer discounted equipment to contractors.
Measure Types Percent Sold Through BER Mail-in Percent Sold Through BER Instant Rebates Percent Sold Without Incentives Total Not applicable Linear LED Fixtures 100% q LED Downlight Fixtures 100% q LED Linear Lamps 100% q General Use Decor...
AI summary The document presents a table showing that all measure types (linear LED fixtures, LED downlight fixtures, LED linear lamps, and general use decorative LED lamps) have a 100% total sold rate, with the 'Not applicable' column marked as 'q'. The text also references a section on 'Successes, challenges, and opportunities with BER Mail-in', indicating a discussion about the Business Energy Rebates program.
INTRODUCTION B – Business with no contact name Hello, I am with Corporate Research Associates, and we are performing an evaluation of energy efficiency services provided by Efficiency Nova Scotia. Our records indicate that you or your orga...
AI summary Corporate Research Associates is evaluating energy efficiency services provided by Efficiency Nova Scotia, noting recent participation in the Business Energy Rebates Program by purchasing rebated products from a participating distributor.
rity of the [PRODUCT]? Was it for a… [READ. CODE ONLY ONE] - 1. New construction - 2. Replacement of existing fixtures or lamps - 98. (Don't know) - 99. (Refused) - P7b. [ASK IF END-USER I3=1] For what type of project did you purchase the...
AI summary The text outlines a series of survey questions related to the purchase of energy-efficient products through the Business Energy Rebates Program, focusing on the type of project and the condition of existing fixtures or lamps.
- 99. (Refused) - P9. [ASK ALL] Were you aware that you had received a rebate when purchasing these [PRODUCT]? [CODE ONLY ONE] - 1. Yes (Go to P11) - 2. No - 98. (Don't know) - 99. (Refused) - 10. [ASK IF P9=No or DK] I just want to make s...
AI summary The text outlines a survey process aimed at determining customer awareness of rebates under Efficiency Nova Scotia's Business Energy Rebates Program. It includes questions about rebate awareness, sources of information, and participation in different rebate services.
P8a. [ASK IF CONTRACTOR (I3=2)] and [PRODUCT=LED DOWNLIGHT FIXTURES OR GENERAL-USE AND DECORATIVE LED LAMPS] For what type of projects did you purchase the [PRODUCT] that you purchased through the Business Energy Rebates Program? Was it fo...
AI summary The text asks about the type of projects for which LED downlight fixtures or general-use and decorative LED lamps were purchased through the Business Energy Rebates Program.
- P10. I just want to make sure I understand When you purchased [PRODUCT], you were unaware that a rebate was given to reduce the product's total cost? Aware of Product Rebate prior to Purchase 2018 Sample Size 50 Yes 92% No 8% P11. [ASK I...
AI summary The proceeding discusses customer awareness of rebates for energy-efficient products, specifically whether customers were aware of the rebate before purchasing and whether they knew it was offered by Efficiency Nova Scotia as part of its Business Energy Rebates Program. Survey results show high awareness in both cases.
P12. How did you first become aware of the rebates available under Efficiency Nova Scotia's Business Energy Rebates Program? Source of Awareness of Rebates 2018 Sample Size 30 Through my distributor 57% ENS staff contacted me about the pro...
AI summary The text discusses how respondents became aware of Efficiency Nova Scotia's Business Energy Rebates Program and their preferences between the Instant Rebates service and the mail-in service. Most respondents learned about the program through their distributor, and a majority were unaware of the mail-in service. Those who chose the Instant Rebates service cited convenience and speed as key factors.
CI3. Before participating in the Business Energy Rebates program, had you at any time in the past already seen Efficiency Nova Scotia promotional materials advertising the benefits of energy efficiency?
AI summary The question asks whether Efficiency Nova Scotia had previously promoted energy efficiency benefits through promotional materials before a participant joined the Business Energy Rebates program.
- A1a. [ASK IF SALES DATA NON AVAILABLE] If the current trend is maintained, do you think you will sell more, less or the same number of linear LED fixtures by the end of 2018 than the number of units you sold in 2017? If "more" or "less",...
AI summary The text outlines questions posed to a respondent regarding the impact of the Business Energy Rebates Program on the sales of linear LED fixtures in 2018, including inquiries about expected sales trends and the influence of the rebate program.
A4. I am interested in understanding the impact of the Business Energy Rebates program on customers' product choice. Using a scale from 0 to 10, where 0 is "not at all important" and 10 is "extremely important", how would you rate the prog...
AI summary The text asks about the impact of the Business Energy Rebates program on customers' product choice, specifically their preference for linear LED fixtures over fluorescent tube fixtures, and whether the incentive range is sufficient to influence purchasing decisions.
- A7. Through the Business Energy Rebates Program, only products meeting program's criteria, such as DLC or Energy Star certifications, are eligible for rebate. I would like to understand the impact of the program on the models of products...
AI summary The text asks about the impact of the Business Energy Rebates Program on the product models carried by a company, specifically focusing on DLC certified linear LED fixtures. It requests a rating on a scale from 0 to 10 to assess the program's influence.
ASK IF LED DOWNLIGHT FIXTURES WERE REBATED THROUGH THE PROGRAM I have a few questions about your sales of LED downlight fixtures that are promoted by the Business Energy Rebates Program. This category includes the following measures (as de...
AI summary The text asks whether LED downlight fixtures were rebated through the Business Energy Rebates (BER) program, mentioning that sales data up to September 2018 indicates participation in the BER Instant Rebates program. It also inquires about potential changes in sales trends and reasons for any shifts.
- B1a. [ASK IF SALES DATA NON AVAILABLE] If the current trend is maintained, do you think you will sell more, less or the same number of LED downlight fixtures by the end of 2018 than the number of units you sold in 2017? If "more" or "les...
AI summary The text includes questions about LED downlight fixture sales trends, the impact of incentives on sales, and the percentage of fixtures sold for residential use. It references the 2018 DSM Evaluation Report and the Business Energy Rebates Program.
- B2b. [IF LOWER] In your estimation, by what percentage would the number of LED downlight fixtures you sold have been lower in 2018, if the Business Energy Rebates Program incentive had not been available? RECORD PERCENTAGE ___% RECORD EX...
AI summary The text asks about the impact of the Business Energy Rebates Program on the sales of LED downlight fixtures in 2018 and the program's influence on customers' product choices, using a scale from 0 to 10.
RECORD RATING: RECORD EXPLANATION: - B6. Is the incentive ranging from $8 to $15 per fixture enough to encourage customers who would not have done so otherwise to purchase LED downlight fixtures? Why?
AI summary The question asks whether the incentive of $8 to $15 per fixture is sufficient to encourage customers who would not have otherwise purchased LED downlight fixtures.
ASK IF LED LINEAR LAMPS WERE REBATED THROUGH THE PROGRAM I have a few questions about your sales of LED linear lamps that are promoted by the Business Energy Rebates Program. This category includes lamps such as two-foot and foot-foot line...
AI summary The text asks whether LED linear lamps were rebated through the Business Energy Rebates (BER) program, noting that sales of such lamps were part of the BER Instant Rebates program up to September 2018. It also inquires about potential changes in sales trends and reasons for any shifts.
C4. I am interested in understanding the impact of the Business Energy Rebates program on customers' product choice. Using a scale from 0 to 10, where 0 is "not at all important" and 10 is "extremely important", how would you rate the prog...
AI summary The text presents two questions related to the Business Energy Rebates program. The first asks about the program's influence on customers' product choice, specifically the use of LED linear lamps over fluorescent lamps. The second question inquires whether the current incentive range is sufficient to encourage customers to switch to LED lamps.
- C7. Through the Business Energy Rebates Program, only products meeting program's criteria, such as DLC or Energy Star certifications, are eligible for rebate. I would like to understand the impact of the program on the models of products...
AI summary The Business Energy Rebates Program requires products to meet DLC or Energy Star certifications to be eligible for rebates. The question asks about the program's influence on the proportion of DLC certified LED linear lamps carried by the company, rated on a scale from 0 to 10.
ASK IF GENERAL-USE/DECORATIVE LED LAMPS WERE REBATED THROUGH THE PROGRAM I have a few questions about your sales of general-use/decorative LED lamps that are promoted by the Business Energy Rebates Program. This category covers A19, globe...
AI summary The document asks whether general-use/decorative LED lamps were rebated through the Business Energy Rebates Program, inquiring about sales data, trends, and the impact of incentives on sales volume.
- D2b. [IF LOWER] In your estimation, by what percentage would the number of general-use/decorative LED lamps you sold have been lower in 2018 if the Business Energy Rebates Program incentive was not available? RECORD PERCENTAGE ___% RECOR...
AI summary The text asks about the impact of the Business Energy Rebates Program on the sales of LED lamps and customers' product choices, specifically comparing LED lamps to incandescent bulbs and CFLs.
RECORD RATING: RECORD EXPLANATION: - D6. Is the current incentive of $3 to $4 per lamp enough to encourage customers who would not have done so otherwise to purchase general-use/decorative LED lamps? Why?
AI summary The question asks whether the current incentive of $3 to $4 per lamp is sufficient to encourage customers who would not have otherwise purchased general-use/decorative LED lamps.
SECTION O: Process Questions - O1. Generally, how aware are contractors that they are getting an incentive from ENS for buying energy efficient equipment through the Business Energy Rebates Instant-Rebate program? - O2. Generally, how awar...
AI summary The section asks about awareness of ENS incentives through the Business Energy Rebates Instant-Rebate program, contractor and customer awareness, and the sufficiency of incentives for specific LED products. It also inquires about familiarity with ENS programs and the distribution of sales through different incentive services.
Measure Types Percent Sold Through Instant Rebate Percent Sold Through Mail-in Percent Sold Without Incentives Total Linear LED Fixtures 100% LED Downlight Fixtures 100% LED Linear Lamps 100% General Use Decorative LED Lamps 100% O6. [ASK...
AI summary The table shows that all measure types (Linear LED Fixtures, LED Downlight Fixtures, LED Linear Lamps, and General Use Decorative LED Lamps) have been sold through 100% of the total. The question asks about recommending between Instant Rebates and Mail-in services under the Business Energy Rebates Program.
APPENDIX VIII BER: MAIL-IN GROSS SAVINGS ADJUSTMENTS This appendix presents the detailed adjustments made by the Evaluator to the energy and demand savings of revised projects based on the project documentation review and on-site visit obs...
AI summary This appendix details adjustments to energy and demand savings for revised projects under the Business Energy Rebates program, based on project documentation reviews and on-site visit observations.
Commercial Laundry Measures No commercial laundry applications were submitted to the 2018 BER program component.
AI summary No commercial laundry applications were submitted to the 2018 BER program component.
Commercial Solar Measures No commercial solar applications were submitted to the 2018 BER program component.
AI summary No commercial solar applications were submitted to the 2018 BER program component.
BER Instant Rebates – Distributor Interviews FR1. [ASK IF SALES DATA AVAILABLE] If the current trend is maintained, you should sell [FROM SAMPLE: fewer / more] [EFFICIENT PRODUCT] by the end of 2018 than the number of units you sold in 201...
AI summary The document outlines a series of questions posed to distributors regarding the impact of the BER Instant Rebates program on sales trends, customer behavior, and product availability. It includes inquiries about sales data, the influence of incentives, and the effect of product certification requirements on inventory decisions.
This appendix summarizes all the recommendations made by the Evaluator as part of the 2018 evaluation, as well as all 2017 evaluation recommendations that were not fully implemented. Sections Recommendations service sales. 3. Investigate w...
AI summary This section highlights recommendations from the 2018 evaluation, emphasizing the need to connect participants with non-lighting contractors and analyze incentive levels for non-lighting measures with longer payback periods to overcome implementation barriers.
Initial Gross Savings Adjusted Gross Savings NTGR Net Savings Energy Savings ENS Tracked Savings 1.681 GWh 1.681 GWh 1.00 1.681 GWh Evaluation Results 1.681 GWh 1.548 GWh 0.94 1.455 GWh Peak Demand Savings ENS Tracked Savings 0.000 MW 0.00...
AI summary The evaluated gross energy savings were 8% below tracked values due to incorrect tracking of savings from capital projects. An adjustment to savings from a lighting project installed through BER Instant Rebates caused net savings to be 13% lower than tracked savings.
Program Component 2017 2018 Program Process Market Impact Process Market Impact Residential Efficient Appliance Retirement R C C Product Rebates Program Instant Savings R R C C Home Energy Assessment C C R Existing Residential Program Gree...
AI summary The table outlines program components and their process and impact evaluations for the years 2017 and 2018, highlighting initiatives such as appliance retirement, home energy assessments, and strategic energy management under residential and business programs.
NC Free Ridership Questions - B1a. Does your company have a corporate policy with respect to new building energy efficiency? If so, please describe the policy. - B1b. At which point in your design and construction process did you first dis...
AI summary This section of the regulatory proceeding document outlines a series of questions aimed at assessing the impact of energy efficiency programs on new construction. The questions focus on corporate policies, decision-making processes, and the influence of financial incentives and technical assistance on the implementation of energy efficiency measures.
Table 3: Types of Evaluations Conducted for Each Program Component 2017 2018 Program Program Component Process Market Impact Process Market Impact Residential Efficient Appliance Retirement R C C Product Rebates Program Instant Savings R R...
AI summary Table 3 outlines the types of evaluations conducted for each program component in the residential and business energy efficiency programs. It includes process and impact evaluations for components such as appliance retirement, home energy assessments, and energy management information systems.