Topic:"Innovative Financing" in M12780

Jurisdictional Scan Apex performed a literature review for best practices associated with incentive design and development. The existing literature is rather limited, but the U.S. Department of Energy has published multiple reports focused...

AI summary Apex conducted a literature review on incentive design best practices, referencing reports from the U.S. Department of Energy. The key takeaways from these reports are highlighted, though the existing literature on the topic is limited.

Optimization (4) The organization has automated the majority of its digital processes and leverages AI to optimize business operations. Controls are in place to monitor compliance with responsible AI guiding principles.

AI summary The organization has automated most digital processes using AI to optimize operations and has implemented controls to ensure compliance with responsible AI principles.

Transformation (5) The organization has embedded AI into its culture and approach for building or implementing new business capabilities. Responsible AI guiding principles are operationalized with AI processes that proactively address poss...

AI summary The organization has integrated AI into its operations, guided by responsible AI principles that address potential risks and breaches in AI applications.

Innovation surges in priority for HR Rapid AI adoption is embedding innovation into daily operations and enabling continuous idea generation and new ways of working. As AI adoption accelerates, HR's partnership with IT becomes crucial, not...

AI summary The document highlights the importance of HR's role in fostering innovation through collaboration with IT and equipping leaders with skills to drive change and cross-functional collaboration as AI adoption accelerates.

Innovation and change are two sides of the same coin. Introducing innovations, such as new products, services, or processes, drives change that can range from incremental improvements to sweeping transformation. The speed and scale of chan...

AI summary Innovation drives change, with AI accelerating transformation across skills and workflows. However, only 5% of AI projects achieve full deployment, highlighting challenges in adoption. HR must shift from supporting to leading change management to ensure successful adaptation.

ONTARIO CORE PROGRAM OFFERINGS (RESIDENTIAL AND BUSINESS) Currently, the conservation programs in Ontario cover the residential, low income, small business, commercial and industrial, and large industrial sectors. The programs cover financ...

AI summary Ontario's conservation programs target multiple sectors, offering financial incentives and support for energy efficiency. The province has implemented rigorous evaluations and updated baselines, such as T8 lighting, and recently introduced a pay-for-performance framework for LDC funding, marking a first in North America.

Reward & recognition EfficiencyOne demonstrates a commitment to competitive 'total rewards', however there is an opportunity to implement an employee recognition program. Additionally, there is interest to adapt performance management to b...

AI summary EfficiencyOne shows a commitment to total rewards but has an opportunity to implement an employee recognition program. There is also interest in adapting performance management to include self-assessment.

The table below outlines key findings and observations derived from the documentation review. Element Documentation review findings General comments and considerations Digital accessibility Technologies of scale: Employees express a need f...

AI summary The documentation review highlights the need for advanced, scalable technologies to meet the organization's growing demands and reduce manual tasks. Key findings include outdated systems, manual processes, and planned digital implementations. Recommendations focus on process automation, technology modernization, and change management to align with the organization's growth.

E1 Responses to Nova Scotia Energy Board (NSEB) Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL Request IR-21: Evidence – Exhibit E-1, pp.1-71 (pdf pp. 8-78) - Pdf pg. 55 states that when E1 created its Preferred Plan, it took cost-efficiencies into...

AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) responded to a request regarding cost-efficiencies in its 2027–2031 Preferred Plan. E1 reduced FTE staffing, spending on Enabling Strategies, and focused on cost-effective program delivery through measures such as streamlining workflows, enhancing digital delivery, and consolidating contracts. E1 did not pursue cost-efficiencies that would limit investment in IT and cybersecurity.

3.5.1 MEASURE IDENTIFIERS & DEFINING CHARACTERISTICS Measure ID (Plan) CUS-P4P_001 Measure ID (Incremental Cost) BNI__CUS-P4P_001 Common Measure Name Custom - Pay for Performance Sector BNI Program Name Custom Incentives Program Component...

AI summary This section outlines a measure identified as 'Custom - Pay for Performance' within the BNI program, specifying its sector, program name, component, replacement type, unit basis, and DI flag.

2.1 Lead with purpose This Innovation plan will do this by: - Setting direction for researching, developing, and piloting new programs, measures, and delivery models early. In doing so, E1 is better positioned to achieve its annual and mul...

AI summary This section outlines E1's Innovation plan, which focuses on researching, developing, and piloting new programs and delivery models to meet annual and multi-year targets. The plan also aims to identify emerging measures and services to support customers and partners in transforming energy use.

2.2 Build for the long term This Innovation plan will do this by: - Working with partners to increase capacity to accelerate the energy transition. For example, training contractors on new technologies being tested through projects in the...

AI summary The Innovation plan aims to build for the long term by increasing capacity through partnerships and training contractors on new technologies, and by exploring emerging measures and services to advance industry and market readiness.

2.3 Grow and evolve This Innovation plan will do this by: - Seeking out and identifying new opportunities to advance our purpose and mission. For example, testing new programs and services that align with longterm objectives of E1 and elec...

AI summary The Innovation plan aims to advance E1's purpose and mission by identifying new opportunities and leveraging data and resources to expand services and meet evolving customer needs.

2.4 Setting Corporate Innovation Objectives In 2022, The R&D Engineering team identified Corporate Innovation Objectives (CIOs) as a clear and quantifiable way to assess whether a project aligns with subject areas. For 2024, the CIO defini...

AI summary In 2022, the R&D Engineering team introduced Corporate Innovation Objectives (CIOs) as a quantifiable method to evaluate project alignment with strategic priorities. For 2024, the CIO definition was refined to align with E1's strategic plan, focusing on measurable targets for strategic priorities.

Benefits to all Nova Scotian electricity consumers through optimized electricity system costs This CIO can be used on a project-by-project basis directly, or indirectly, as a measure of the key elements of E1's mission: energy goals, bill...

AI summary The CIO is a tool used to measure key elements of E1's mission, including energy goals, bill savings, and achieving netzero emissions by 2025. It can be applied on a project-by-project basis, either directly or indirectly, and all innovation projects in the Innovation Plan must meet the updated CIO definition.

3 Innovation Projects The ELT prioritized three subject areas that support the innovation objectives while aligning with the Strategic Plan. The subject areas are described in Section [3.1.](#page-196-1) The 2025 Innovation Roadmap focuses...

AI summary The 2025 Innovation Roadmap emphasizes completing active projects, transitioning completed pilots to programs, and starting new pilots. The R&D Engineering team found that the current portfolio is well-aligned with market trends, and feedback highlights the importance of project close-out and transitioning pilots to programs.

3.1 Subject Areas The innovation roadmap (section [3.2)](#page-199-0) categorizes projects by subject area. A jurisdictional scan of each subject area was conducted in 2023 to identify active programs in North America. Five subject areas w...

AI summary The document outlines the selection and revision of subject areas for the innovation roadmap, highlighting the focus on avoided costs such as carbon, transmission capacity, non-energy benefits, and ancillary services. These subject areas are periodically reviewed and adjusted based on new opportunities.

Response IR-19: (a) EfficiencyOne (E1) included $165,975 over the five-year 2027–2031 DSM Plan application for innovation activities focused specifically on strategic electrification (Table 1, PDF p. 221). At this stage, the innovation inv...

AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) has allocated $165,975 over the 2027–2031 DSM Plan for innovation activities focused on strategic electrification. The investment is intended to support research into market and technological barriers and will be used for expert consultation and planning. The initiative is subject to approval by the Nova Scotia Energy Board (NSEB).

Pay-for-Performance (P4P) P4P pays for verified results rather than upfront equipment specifications. Eligible participants receive financial support proportional to actual measured reductions in facility electricity consumption.

AI summary Pay-for-Performance (P4P) is a program that provides financial support based on verified reductions in electricity consumption, rather than upfront equipment specifications. Eligible participants receive payments proportional to actual measured results.

Technical Assistance Provider U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) (January 2025 – Present) - Worked as part of a team with Capital Access Inc. to provide a Multi-State Needs Assessment for a "Program-in-a-box" concept to...

AI summary The Technical Assistance Provider has been working with HUD since January 2025, collaborating with Capital Access Inc. on a Multi-State Needs Assessment for a 'Program-in-a-box' concept and contributing to a Whole Home Performance program pilot in multiple states. They also developed an audit and job scoping tool for centralizing project data across various programs.

Item Amount % of sticker price Sticker price $50,000 – Clean Technology ITC (30%, refundable) $15,000 30.0% CCA depreciation shield (up to 100% first-year write-off on $35,000 post-ITC base × 10.5%) $3,675 7.3% Total federal support $18,67...

AI summary The table illustrates federal support for a $50,000 commercial heat pump, showing a 30% refundable Clean Technology ITC and a 7.3% CCA depreciation shield, resulting in a total federal support of $18,675 and a net cost to the business of $31,325.

References - EfficiencyOne. 2027–2031 Demand Side Management Resource Plan Application, Matter M12780, including Appendix A and technical tables. - EfficiencyOne. Responses to Solar Nova Scotia Information Requests E1 (SNS) IR-01, IR-07, I...

AI summary The document references various filings and reports related to EfficiencyOne's 2027–2031 Demand Side Management Resource Plan, Nova Scotia Power's load forecast, and analyses on electrification and clean technology incentives. It also includes legal and policy references such as the More Access to Energy Act and the Clean Power Plan.

6. Plan Investment Level: R&D - (a) With respect to the innovation framework, as outlined in E1's Application, E1 will provide enhanced reporting on innovation-framework activities, focus areas, expenditures, and learnings through its quar...

AI summary E1 outlines its commitment to enhanced reporting on innovation-framework activities and Enabling Strategies costs, including detailed allocation by rate class, as part of its R&D investment plan.