Topic:"Load Management" in M09096

er. Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-41 Attachment 6 Page 6 of 7 Load Management The Comfort Plus Commercial is designed to operate under any of the following load control strategies: 1. On-Peak/Off-Peak Signal: Comfort Plus Commerci...

AI summary The Comfort Plus Commercial load management system can operate using on-peak/off-peak signals or 4-20 milliamp control. It adjusts energy consumption based on external signals from load control devices, helping manage energy use during peak times.

+ 24VAC 24VAC proportionally charges when demand free power is available. An optional Warning For Continued Protection Against Fire, Replace With Same Type And Rating Fuse - - + + Pulse 4-20ma load management control module (Order Item #19...

AI summary The text discusses a load management control module (Order Item #1908410) that allows a furnace to control up to 16 external loads, with a warning about fuse replacement for continued fire protection.

1 2018 DSM RESULTS In its Order dated October 7, 2015, the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) approved the 2016-2018 DSM Resource Plan and the corresponding 2016-2018 DSM Plan Consensus Agreement. 1 The NSUARB Order approved a 2...

AI summary The Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) approved a 2016-2018 DSM Resource Plan in 2015, setting 2018 investment and savings targets. Mid-course adjustments in 2018 revised energy and demand savings goals based on cumulative 2016-2017 results, aiming to meet three-year performance targets of 405.9 GWh energy and 62.5 MW peak demand savings. Tables detail expenditures, program participation, and unit costs.

Figure 22. Annual Investment and Peak Demand Reduction Differences between the Preferred Plan and the $27 million E1-Navigant A Scenario Figure 23. Annual Investment and Energy Savings Differences between the Preferred Plan and the $34 mil...

AI summary The document compares the Preferred Plan with two E1-Navigant A scenarios ($27 million and $34 million) in terms of annual investment, peak demand reduction, and energy savings. It highlights differences in investment and savings outcomes between the scenarios.

Figure 24. Annual Investment and Peak Demand Reduction Differences between the Preferred Plan and the $27 million E1-Navigant A Scenario

AI summary The figure compares annual investment and peak demand reduction differences between the Preferred Plan and the $27 million E1-Navigant A Scenario in a Nova Scotia regulatory proceeding, highlighting financial and demand management contrasts.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 a higher likelihood of becoming NS Power's annual coincident peak, during the winter 2 season, all else being equal. Date Filed: May 13, 2019 E1 (IG) IR-07 Page 2 of 2 E1 Responses to Industrial Group (IG)

AI summary The document discusses the likelihood of a higher annual coincident peak for NS Power during winter, with a response from the Industrial Group (IG) filed on May 13, 2019. The analysis focuses on peak demand scenarios and their implications for energy management.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 peak hours in the year when the system needs capacity resources. Avoiding demand 2 during off-peak hours does not benefit customers as much as being able to control and 3 reduce load when the system is running at near fu...

AI summary The text discusses the importance of managing demand during peak hours to avoid the need for additional capacity resources. It also references a demand response program and notes that NS Power administers a similar initiative under its interruptible tariffs.

1 2.0 LOAD FORECAST 2 3 The NS Power load forecast provides an outlook on the energy and peak demand 4 requirements of in-province customers. The load forecast forms the basis for fuel supply 5 planning, investment planning, and overall op...

AI summary The NS Power load forecast outlines energy and peak demand requirements for in-province customers, using historical data and forecasting models. It considers factors like DSM initiatives, energy efficiency, and distributed solar generation, resulting in an average annual decline in net system requirements (NSR) of 0.3 percent.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL (c) Yes. NS Power has ongoing discussions with E1 on both electric and non-electric programs to better understand what opportunities are available to help Nova Scotians become more efficient by switching from fossil fuels...

AI summary NS Power collaborates with E1 on electric and non-electric programs to promote energy efficiency and electrification, including heat pump water heaters and load control devices. Discussions focus on managing peak demand and adopting technologies like battery storage. The 2020-2022 DSM Resource Plan (NSUARB M09096) is referenced, highlighting NS Power's efforts to integrate E1's role in energy solutions.

4.2.3 Objectives - Objectives of the Existing Residential program include: - increase customer awareness of cost-effective energy efficient options; - improve the energy performance of residential dwellings within Nova Scotia; - improve ho...

AI summary The Existing Residential program aims to increase energy efficiency awareness, improve residential energy performance, reduce energy poverty, and lower energy use in Mi'kmaw communities. It also seeks long-term savings, customer engagement, and adoption of peak-demand-reducing equipment across Nova Scotia.

Table 14: 2020-2022 BNI Efficient Product Rebates Low Income Performance Indicators Year First-Year Energy Savings (GWh) Lifetime Energy Savings (GWh) Peak Demand Savings (MW) Participation (products)a 2020 3.1 45.8 1.03 27,878 2021 2.9 41...

AI summary Table 14 summarizes BNI Efficient Product Rebates' low-income performance indicators from 2020-2022, showing annual energy savings (3.0-3.1 GWh), lifetime savings (129.5 GWh), peak demand reductions (3.22 MW), and participation (78,752 products). Metrics declined slightly annually despite cumulative gains.

Table 14: 2020-2022 BNI Efficient Product Rebates Low Income Performance Indicators Year First-Year Energy Savings (GWh) Lifetime Energy Savings (GWh) Peak Demand Savings (MW) Participation (products) a 2020 3.1 45.8 1.03 27,878 2021 2.9 4...

AI summary Table 14 presents performance indicators for Nova Scotia Power Incorporated's BNI Efficient Product Rebates program from 2020-2022, showing annual and lifetime energy savings, peak demand reductions, and participation numbers. Total energy savings reached 129.5 GWh over three years, with peak demand savings of 3.22 MW and 78,752 participating products.