Topic/Matter Intersection

Topic:"Innovation Research" in M08604

Matter: E-ENS-R-18 - EfficiencyOne - 2019 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan Application, 2017 Annual Progress Report  and 2017 Evaluation Reports
6 passages 5 documents

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E-12017 DSM Annual Progress Report 1 passage
Section 5
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AI summary The document outlines Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 Demand Side Management (DSM) Annual Progress Report, including sections on direct installation, enabling strategies (education, research), planned vs. actual expenditures, and updates from the 2016-2018 regulatory process. Filed March 29, 2018.

E-32017 Program Support Process Evaluation Reports 2 passages
Section 6
and communications staff meetings could include a standing item that allows any “change” issues to be discussed, including the effective use of tools such as intake forms and Basecamp. In addition, staff could be encouraged to share eviden...

AI summary The text outlines strategies for improving internal processes at ENS, including regular meetings to discuss changes, using tools like Basecamp, and gathering feedback. It emphasizes sharing evidence of efficiency benefits and ensuring external partners support the brand. Key challenges include providing accessible metrics, understanding target markets, expanding reach, and aligning campaigns with non-energy benefits for specific industries.

Section 256
r pants. It’s really driven by the individual.” “We might be able to do a better job of recommending what courses everybody should be taking, and why. Key courses for different roles.” Some respondents also talked about how a more formaliz...

AI summary The document discusses training and development (T&D) processes within Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS), highlighting the need for a more formalized approach to ensure equitable access to T&D opportunities. Respondents noted disparities based on experience and communication with managers, and emphasized the need for clearer guidance on attending training events. ENS follows a three-step process involving compiling opportunities, manager collaboration, and HR approval.

E-4EfficienyOne Application 1 passage
Section 248
1 • Continual enhancement of ENS’s website to expand the availability of technical 2 information, program materials, assistance, and links to other resources; 3 • Complementary social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn) 4 strate...

AI summary The text outlines various initiatives aimed at promoting energy efficiency in Nova Scotia, including website improvements, social media outreach, sharing success stories, developing partnerships, community engagement, and supporting educational programs such as Green Schools Nova Scotia and post-secondary energy efficiency courses.

E-5Report of H. Gil Peach, BCC 1 passage
Section 30
rement.19 The Econoler evaluation is an independent evaluation that meets this standard. 18 A useful insight from using a climate adaptation perspective is that it highlights the risk in adoption of “low-hanging fruit” type program strateg...

AI summary The text discusses the Econoler evaluation's role in meeting evaluation standards, highlights risks of short-term 'low-hanging fruit' energy efficiency strategies under climate adaptation, and distinguishes between Automated M&V and Automated Evaluation. It references Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory's research on automating M&V for whole-building approaches.

E-11E1 (Synapse) RIRs to IR-1 to IR-22 1 passage
Section 188
Education & Outreach 1.6 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a Strategies Enabling Development & Research 0.5 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a Other Enabling Strategies 1.2 n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a Enabling Strategies Total 3.3 n/a n/a n/a...

AI summary The document contains a table with program-related data, including education and outreach strategies, development and research, and other enabling strategies, along with notes about currency, eligibility, and emissions calculations. It provides context on how data is derived and includes various footnotes explaining data limitations and assumptions.

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