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Topic:"Lighting Technology" in M03452

Matter: ENSC-TRAN - Efficiency Nova Scotia - Nova Scotia Power Inc. - Demand Side Management Transition Plan
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064632010 DSM Evaluation Reports 2/28/2011 32 passages
Section 182
.................................. 53 TABLE 5-15: QUALIFYING CFL PURCHASES – PROGRAM PERIOD PARTICIPANTS ......................... 53 TABLE 5-16: ALL CFL PURCHASES – PAST YEAR – 2010............................................................

AI summary The text presents a series of tables detailing the purchase, installation, and disposition of Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFLs) over various periods, including participant behavior, satisfaction levels, and factors influencing CFL adoption.

Section 189
...................... 93 TABLE 7-22: SATISFACTION WITH SPECIFIC ASPECTS OF PROGRAM – CHAIN AND INDEPENDENT RETAILERS .................................................................................................................. 94 NMR...

AI summary The text includes tables and figures related to customer satisfaction, program aspects, and energy efficiency initiatives, such as the Power Down program and CFLs (Compact Fluorescent Lamps). It references energy efficiency measures, lighting equivalents, and program impact assessments.

Section 331
articipants in 2010 (31%) than in 2009 (17%). With these higher levels of program participants, the non-participant group is likely to consist primarily of relative laggards in the adoption of CFLs. Table 5-5: Level of Familiarity with CFL...

AI summary The table shows that in 2010, 63% of participants were very familiar with CFLs, compared to 39% of non-participants. The non-participant group is likely composed of individuals who are slower to adopt CFLs.

Section 332
1 9Ω 7 description Don‘t know 3 2 Table 5-6: Level of Familiarity with CFLs – 2008 and 2009 2008 2009 Non- Total Non- Total Participants Participants (Weighted) Participants Participants (Weighted) Sample size 60 70 130 70 71 141 Very fami...

AI summary The text presents data from Table 5-6, which compares the level of familiarity with CFLs (Compact Fluorescent Lamps) in 2008 and 2009. The table shows a slight decrease in familiarity over the two years, with the majority of participants reporting being very familiar with CFLs.

Section 337
Table 5-9: Customers’ Reasons for Purchasing CFLs – 2010 (multiple response) Non- Total Participants Participants (Weighted) Sample size 70 61 131 † To save energy/electricity 63% 74% 69% †ϐ Ω†ϐ †ϐ To replace bulbs 17% 5% 11% †ϐ Wanted lon...

AI summary The table presents data from 2010 on customers' reasons for purchasing CFLs, with the majority citing energy savings and electricity reduction as the primary motivation, followed by bulb replacement and long-life benefits.

Section 340
Table 5-10: Customers’ Reasons for Purchasing CFLs – 2008 and 2009 2008 2009 Non- Total Non- Total Participants Participants (Weighted) Participants Participants (Weighted) Sample size 60 64 124 70 58 128 To save energy/electricity 82% 63%...

AI summary The table presents data from 2008 and 2009 on customers' reasons for purchasing CFLs. The primary motivations included saving energy, saving money on bills, and wanting long-life bulbs. The data highlights a shift in customer behavior and preferences over the two years.

Section 343
Table 5-11: Non-Participant Barriers to Purchasing CFLs (multiple response) 2008 2009 2010 Sample size 64 51 60 †ϐ Don't need them 34% 53%∑ 73% †ϐ Waiting for bulbs to burn out 23% 16% 7% Too expensive 6% 8% 5% Others in household purchase...

AI summary The table presents data on non-participant barriers to purchasing CFLs from 2008 to 2010. The primary barrier increased from 34% in 2008 to 73% in 2010, indicating a growing perception that CFLs are not needed.

Section 350
6 †ϐ †ϐ 16 or more 21 10Ω 12 Table 5-17: All CFL Purchases – Past Year – 2008 and 2009 2008 2009 Non- Total Non- Participants Participants (Weighted) Participants Participants Total (Weighted) Sample size 59 70 129 67 58 125 Average 17.3 8...

AI summary Table 5-17 presents data on CFL purchases by participants in 2008 and 2009, including sample sizes, average purchases, total purchases, and distribution across purchase categories.

Section 356
ed this than 2009 participants (91%). Similar to 2008 and 2009, the large majority of participants (88%), reported that the CFLs that had not yet been installed were currently in storage. (Table 5-22)

AI summary The majority of participants (88%) reported that CFLs not yet installed were in storage, similar to previous years (2008 and 2009). This indicates consistent storage practices over time.

Section 357
Table 5-22: CFLs Not Yet Installed Primary Reason for Not Installing CFLs 2008 Participants 2009 Participants 2010 Participants Sample size 29 32 17 σ ϐ Bought as spares 69% 91% 65% Only recently received the bulbs 7 3 12 Running out of pl...

AI summary The table shows the primary and secondary reasons participants did not install CFLs in 2008, 2009, and 2010. The main reasons include buying bulbs as spares, not having enough space, and dissatisfaction with light quality. Secondary reasons include not having gotten around to installation and bulbs not fitting fixtures.

Section 359
y-purchased CFLs to replace bulbs with an overall average of 61 Watts, which was higher than reported in 2008 and 2009 (52 Watts and 56 Watts, respectively) although not significantly so. (Table 5-24)

AI summary The text discusses the average wattage of compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) purchased to replace bulbs, noting an increase from 52 Watts in 2008 and 56 Watts in 2009 to an average of 61 Watts, although the increase is not statistically significant.

Section 365
ntage of 2008 non-participants (56%) but significantly fewer 2009 non-participants (35%) reported that they would be ―extremely likely‖ to purchase CFLs in the next year. (Table 5-25 and Table 5-26) Table 5-25: Likelihood of Purchasing CFL...

AI summary The data shows a decrease in the likelihood of purchasing Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFLs) among non-participants from 2008 to 2009. In 2008, 56% of non-participants were extremely likely to purchase CFLs, while in 2009, this dropped to 35%. The results are presented in Table 5-25 and Table 5-26.

Section 366
0 1 0 0 0 0 'Extremely unlikely' 2 7 4 Table 5-26: Likelihood of Purchasing CFLs in the Next Year – 2008 and 2009 2008 2009 Non- Total Non- Participants Participants (Weighted) Participants Participants Total (Weighted) Sample size 57 66 1...

AI summary The table presents data on the likelihood of purchasing Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFLs) in 2008 and 2009, showing a decrease in the percentage of participants who were 'extremely unlikely' to purchase CFLs from 55% in 2008 to 40% in 2009.

Section 368
of five or less) were asked what would encourage them to purchase CFLs in the next year. In 2010, more rebates or promotions were the most frequently-mentioned motivations. (Table 5-27 and Table 5-28)

AI summary A survey asked individuals with five or fewer CFLs what would encourage them to purchase more in the next year. In 2010, the most frequently mentioned motivation was the availability of more rebates or promotions.

Section 369
Table 5-27: Factors that Would Encourage CFL Purchases – 2010 Non- Total – Participants Participants (Unweighted) Sample size 9 9 18 More rebates/promotions 11% 22% 22% If current CFLs burn out 22% 11% 18% If they fit in fixtures better 0...

AI summary The table presents factors influencing the purchase of compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) in 2010, showing preferences such as more rebates, better fit in fixtures, and lower prices, with varying responses from participants.

Section 372
Table 5-28: Factors that Would Encourage CFL Purchases – 2008 and 2009 2008 2009 Non- Total Non- Total Participants Participants (Unweighted) Participants Participants (Unweighted ) Sample size 12 6 18 12 22 34 More rebates/promotions 0% 0...

AI summary The table presents data on factors influencing the purchase of compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) in 2008 and 2009. It shows the percentage of participants who selected each factor as a reason for purchasing CFLs, with lower prices being the most frequently cited factor in both years.

Section 375
non-participants reported that the CFLs had burned out, one participant said they did not like the delay in the CFLs coming on, and one non-participant said they did not like the light (Table 3- 21). Table 5-29: Satisfaction with CFLs – 20...

AI summary The text discusses participant and non-participant feedback on CFLs, noting issues such as burnout, delayed activation, and dissatisfaction with the light. A table provides satisfaction statistics from 2010, with participants and non-participants reporting varying levels of satisfaction.

Section 376
sfied 3 6 5 Not at all satisfied 0 0 0 Table 5-30: Satisfaction with CFLs – 2008 and 2009 2008 2009 Non- Total Non- Total Participants Participants (Weighted) Participants Participants (Weighted) Sample size 54 58 112 60 55 115 σ Very sati...

AI summary This table presents customer satisfaction data with Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFLs) in 2008 and 2009, showing a decline in satisfaction levels from 2008 to 2009, with a notable drop in 'very satisfied' and 'satisfied' responses, and an increase in 'dissatisfied' and 'not at all satisfied' responses.

Section 455
d] [RANDOMIZE LIST] 1. Compact fluorescent light bulbs or CFLs 2. Light Fixtures 3. Refrigerators 4. Clothes washers 5. Heat Pumps AB. AWARENESS OF CFLS AB1. Some of my questions will be about energy-saving lighting, such as compact fluore...

AI summary The text discusses awareness and familiarity with compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs), including their design and energy efficiency. It includes survey questions aimed at assessing respondents' knowledge and experience with CFLs, as well as their familiarity with different types of CFL designs.

Section 471
d to try) 5. (Wanted long-life bulb) 6. (To save energy/electricity) 7. (To save money on electric bills) 8. (Good for environment) 9. (Other - specify ) 10. Don‘t Know NP3a. Do you recall any seeing any promotions from Nova Scotia Power r...

AI summary The text includes survey questions related to customer awareness and satisfaction with Nova Scotia Power's promotion and use of compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs), including their installation and perceived performance.

Section 1339
........................................................ 31 TABLE 4-10: REMOVAL OF CFLS AND LEDS .................................................................................................. 32

AI summary The document includes a table titled 'Removal of CFLs and LEDs' on page 32, indicating the discussion or analysis related to the removal of compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) and light-emitting diodes (LEDs).

Section 1340
NMR TABLE 4-11: PRIOR KNOWLEDGE OF EFFICIENT LIGHTING PRODUCTS ........................................... 33 TABLE 4-12: PRIOR PURCHASES OF EFFICIENT LIGHTING PRODUCTS .............................................. 33 TABLE 4-13: PLANS TO...

AI summary The text lists a series of tables related to energy efficiency programs, focusing on the prior knowledge and purchases of efficient lighting products, program influence, and future energy efficiency actions. These tables likely provide data for evaluating the effectiveness of the program.

Section 1406
2 CFLs and 7 LEDs. NMR Evaluation of 2010 Efficient Lighting Products Direct Install Program Page 24

AI summary The document evaluates the 2010 Efficient Lighting Products Direct Install Program, focusing on the installation of 2 CFLs and 7 LEDs by NMR.

Section 1407
Table 4-1: CFLs and LEDs Installed 2008 2009 2010 Surveyed Surveyed Surveyed All Participants All Participants All Participants Participants Participants Participants Sample size 70 1,087 70 3,436 77 5,447 of CFLs or LED CFLs LEDs CFLs LED...

AI summary The table presents data on the number of CFLs and LEDs installed by participants in 2008, 2009, and 2010. It shows the distribution of kits installed across different ranges, with the majority of participants installing between 0 to 10 kits.

Section 1419
1 6 5 4 3 Reduce carbon † 4 2 3 11 footprint Reduce σ† 3 10 <1 13 maintenance costs Improve existing 3 9 5 4 lighting conditions Past program 1 participation Part of a green 1 initiative Assistance with 1 changing lighting Offer at our 1 f...

AI summary The text presents a table with various initiatives aimed at reducing carbon footprint, improving lighting conditions, and reducing maintenance costs. It also includes information on past program participation, assistance with changing lighting, and other initiatives. The table includes responses categorized under different headings such as 'Other' and 'Don‘t know'.

Section 1430
Table 4-10: Removal of CFLs and LEDs Products Removed 2008 2009 2010 Sample size 70 70 77 Did not remove any lighting 93% 88% 86% Removed only LED exit lights 3 σ Removed only CFLs 1 12 9% Removed some CFLs and some LEDs 1 <1 Don‘t know 1...

AI summary The table presents data on the removal of CFLs and LEDs from 2008 to 2010, including the percentage of samples where no lighting was removed, the types of lighting removed, and the reasons for removal. It highlights trends in removal rates and reasons, such as bulb burnout, retrofitting, and dissatisfaction with brightness.

Section 1473
D LIST] Light Quality 1. (Bulb is too bright) 2. (Bulb is not bright enough) 3. (Don‘t like the overall quality of the light) 4. (Don‘t like the color of the light—it is too [SPECIFY: _]) Function/Performance 5. (Delay in light coming on)...

AI summary The text outlines customer feedback on lighting products installed under the Efficient Lighting Products Direct Install Program, focusing on issues related to light quality, function/performance, and physical limitations. It includes survey questions about satisfaction with LED exit lights and reasons for dissatisfaction.

Section 1515
te that all T8 lighting sold in the province be High Performance T8 lighting. This legislation will render the SLC program superfluous; the program will be terminated once the legislation is enacted. 2.1 Program Theory Program Background T...

AI summary The Smart Lighting Choices (SLC) program aims to transform the non-residential lighting market in Nova Scotia by promoting high performance T8 lighting through financial incentives. The program is modeled after a similar initiative in New Brunswick and involves outreach, incentives, and marketing by distributors to encourage adoption of energy-efficient lighting technologies.

Section 1557
ram sales presented in the table below. In 2010, approximately two of every three lamps sold through the program were F28 lamps and two of every three ballasts sold were two-lamp ballasts. (Table 4-1) Table 4-1: SLC 2010 Program Sales Sale...

AI summary The document presents data on the sales of lighting equipment through the SLC program in 2010, including the proportion and quantity of different lamp and ballast types sold.

Section 1791
6.0 On-site Observations and Findings This project consisted of 39 various groups of lights characterized by fixture type and location. Of the 39 groups, slight fixture quantity discrepancies were identified in 10 instances. In many cases,...

AI summary The project involved retrofitting lighting systems across 39 groups of lights, with minor discrepancies in fixture quantities and types identified. These discrepancies slightly reduced the claimed connected load reduction from 102.6 kW to 101.9 kW. Lighting logger data was collected and used to estimate lighting runtimes, though peak coincidence factors were not analyzed for peak demand savings.

Section 1932
e program? 8. How successful has the simplified feasibility study for lighting been? Why? [Probe: What has been the reaction from contractors?] [This was one of our recommendations last year]

AI summary The text asks about the success of a simplified feasibility study for lighting and seeks reasons behind its success, including contractor reactions. It also notes that this was a recommendation from last year.

Section 2023
Improving existing lighting conditions was the second most frequently mentioned motivation, mentioned by nearly two-fifths of respondents as a primary (14%) or secondary (25%) motivation. (Table 3-9)

AI summary Improving existing lighting conditions was the second most frequently mentioned motivation, mentioned by nearly two-fifths of respondents as a primary (14%) or secondary (25%) motivation.

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