E-22017 DSM Evaluation Reports
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rcent increase in energy savings over 2016 due mainly to lower free- ridership. In addition, Appliance Retirement had a 14 percent increase over 2016 due to mostly upward revisions in unitary savings. The BNI components saw a 13 percent in...
AI summary Energy savings increased in 2017 compared to 2016, driven by lower free-ridership and improved performance in BNI components like Business Energy Rebates and Small Business Energy Solutions. Residential contributions decreased due to rising business sector savings.
n 2016 to establish more accurate unitary savings values. This value was lower than the one obtained in the 2016 evaluation, which explains why average savings per participant decreased significantly. For the first time, a billing analysis...
AI summary The 2017 DSM program evaluation shows lower energy savings per participant compared to 2016, partly due to more accurate unitary savings values and the presence of other heating systems. Free-ridership increased for new path participants due to easier application processes.
Efficiency Nova Scotia Executive Summary The on-site visits and unitary savings review resulted in no major changes to the values used to calculate the savings of Efficient Product Installation, with the exception of one product, the smart...
AI summary The evaluation of Efficient Product Installation found that the installation rate for smart power controllers remained low despite efforts to improve it. Free-ridership and internal spillover levels were established for LED lamps, with an overall weighted average NTGR of 0.92 for participants.
for owners and at 1 percent for tenants, resulting in an overall level of 6 percent. Overall, the weighted average NTGR for low-income and non-low-income participants combined was established at 0.92. Efficient Product Installation aimed t...
AI summary The Efficient Product Installation program achieved 17.877 GWh in net energy savings and 2.129 MW in net peak demand savings in 2017, with high participant satisfaction. The program faces challenges due to declining potential for LED lamp installations. The Evaluator recommends improvements based on evaluation results.
Efficiency Nova Scotia Executive Summary The level of satisfaction with Mail-in remains high for 2017, with participants rating it on average 9.0 on a 10-point scale. Participants were asked about specific aspects of Mail-in, namely intera...
AI summary Participant satisfaction with Mail-in remains high, with an average score of 9.0. Satisfaction with Instant Rebates is lower, averaging 6.5. Small adjustments were made to tracked energy savings, and free-ridership levels for Mail-in and Instant Rebates were measured at 14% and 27%, respectively.
Moreover, one consultant and one participant, both with experience in using other efficiency programs elsewhere in Canada, described the ENS Retrofit service as exceptional in comparison to its peers. For Retrofit, the Evaluator’s review o...
AI summary The ENS Retrofit service was praised for its quality, but the evaluation found issues with M&V procedures and data documentation, leading to adjustments in energy savings calculations. Discrepancies in simulation models and errors in savings calculations were identified in New Construction and Building Optimization projects. Free-ridership was not measured for Retrofit in 2017 and was confirmed nil for Building Optimization.
-site visits with participants who received smart Implemented power controllers. In 2016, the Evaluator assessed spillover for the RDI program component. Since the RP&C and RDI program components were merged to create EPI, the Evaluator ha...
AI summary The text discusses the implementation of recommendations for the EPI program, including efforts to assess spillover effects, limit the number of smart power controllers per household, and increase on-site evaluations to establish accurate installation rates. Participation in the EPI program in 2017 was 18% lower than combined RDI and RP&C participation in 2016.
ndix XVI and Appendix XVII. All the appendices are presented in the Existing Residential Program – Appendices. The participant survey was meant to collect feedback about the following aspects of EPI. › Installation of smart power controlle...
AI summary The document discusses a survey and on-site visits conducted as part of the Efficient Product Installation (EPI) program in 2017. The survey aimed to gather participant feedback on installation satisfaction, behavioral changes, and barriers, while on-site visits validated product installations and collected technical data. Low-income participants were excluded to assess free-ridership and spillover effects.
savings, the Evaluator suggests that participants be questioned through a participant survey or during on-site visits in 2018 if ENS offers this measure again in 2018. The Proportion of Sets Replaced New data collected in 2017 was used to...
AI summary The Evaluator recommends surveying participants or conducting on-site visits in 2018 to assess savings if the ENS program is repeated. Data from 2017 was used to update the proportion of old incandescent bulbs replaced, with 37% being long large bulbs, 32% long mini, and 31% short mini. The number of bulbs per set was based on 2014 data, as no new studies were found.
t installed. The resulting installation rate for this outlier was 413 percent. In the gross savings calculation, the outlier installation rate was only applied to the savings of that specific case.101 Because the smart power controllers’ r...
AI summary The text discusses the installation rates of smart power controllers, noting a low installation rate of 57% with a margin of error of 10.6%. The Evaluator sampled more participants in 2017 to improve accuracy and found that the true installation rate is likely between 46% and 68%. The low adoption rate suggests the technology is not being effectively adopted.
P market has undergone many changes over the last few years. Heat pumps are becoming a more popular option as a primary heating system, and the number of MSHPs incentivized by ENS keeps increasing. Existing Residential Program 160 Existing...
AI summary The Efficient Product Installation (EPI) program achieved 17.877 GWh in net energy savings and 2.129 MW in net peak demand savings in 2017, falling short of its planned savings. Participation was lower than expected, but the program has contributed significantly to the growth of energy-efficient lighting product penetration in Nova Scotia since 2012.
2 Multiple responses Base: Respondents who were less than satisfied with the program component (S1<8) S3. For the next few statements, I’d like you to think back to the point when you started to consider installing a mini-split heat pump....
AI summary Respondents who were less than satisfied with the program component expressed concerns about selecting the right equipment, the reliability of the mini-split heat pump, finding a qualified contractor, and the overall cost of installation. Concerns were rated on a scale from 0 to 10, with higher values indicating greater concern.
36% Base: Respondents who installed additional products or retired appliances after participating in EPI and did not receive financing or rebates from other ENS services Multiple Responses Project No. 6138 167 Existing Residential Program...
AI summary The text refers to a survey question asking respondents how many appliances they retired on their own after participating in the Efficient Product Installation (EPI) program and not receiving financing or rebates from other Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) services.
2016 2017 Key Reasons Not More Satisfied – Participant Builders (#) (%) Sample Size 13 22 Rebates were too small 8 55% Not enough detail/information on program/process - 14% Took too long to receive rebate - 14% Program not consistent/keep...
AI summary The data shows that in 2016 and 2017, participants who were not satisfied with the program cited reasons such as small rebates, lack of detail, delays in receiving rebates, inconsistent program rules, excessive paperwork, and poor service from the service organization.
gy savings, the Evaluator conducted a thorough literature review by consulting technical reference manuals (TRMs), evaluation reports and relevant studies. 2.2 Instant Rebates Participant Survey In November 2017, CRA conducted a telephone...
AI summary The Evaluator conducted a literature review using technical reference manuals and evaluation reports. A survey was conducted with 60 participants of the BER Instant Rebates program to gather feedback on participation reasons, free-ridership, cross-influence, and decision criteria. The survey had a 10.6% margin of error at a 90% confidence level.
ur ! Source du renvoi introuvable. to identify when some product categories should be removed from the service due to a high level of market transformation. 2. Identify opportunities to diversify the portfolio of projects completed through...
AI summary The text discusses the need to remove certain product categories from the BER Mail-In service due to high market transformation, and the importance of diversifying the portfolio to maintain savings. It highlights the dominance of lighting projects in BER Mail-In and the risks posed by the increasing popularity of LED lighting.
in peak demand savings. For the two projects with incremental savings calculated by the service provider, the Evaluator found that the incremental baselines used by the service provider were adequate. Free-ridership and spillover effects w...
AI summary The document evaluates the energy savings from the Custom Incentives Program under EMIS. It confirms that the incremental baselines used by the service provider were adequate and assumes no free-ridership or spillover effects due to limited market penetration. The net savings were equal to the gross savings, as confirmed by participant interviews.
E-4EfficienyOne Application
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tial 2.2 5.3 157.5 1.6 0.410 0.014 Residential Total 14.2 51.2 712.6 10.0 0.278 0.020 Business, Nonprofit and Institutional Programs Efficient Product Rebates 5.2 32.5 380.3 5.1 0.160 0.014 Custom Incentives 6.1 34.3 427.2 3.6 0.176 0.014...
AI summary The text presents a table with data on energy efficiency programs, including participation numbers, costs, and savings. It includes categories like Efficient Product Rebates, Custom Incentives, and Direct Installation, with metrics such as weighted average measure lives and participation by low-income households.
Annual Average Savings per Participant (Current Year) 470 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 kWh 9 Cumulative Cost per kWh Saved 31.749 31.749 31.749 31.749 31.749 31.749 31.749 31.749 31.749 31.749 31.749 31.749 31.749 31.749 0.0...
AI summary The text presents data on annual average savings per participant and cumulative cost per kWh saved across various programs. It also includes a chart showing cumulative residential participation rates as a percentage of total residential customers, with a focus on participation rates up to 60%.
10% 10% 23 0% 0% 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 24 25 This graph shows cumulative program participation for the class, as a percentage of eligible participants for each program. Ea...
AI summary The text describes a graph illustrating cumulative program participation rates for a class of participants, showing the percentage of eligible participants for each program. Each participant is counted once in the first year they join a program. Darker bars represent tracked participants, while lighter bars represent estimated participation where individual customer information is not available. All participation from 2017 to 2019 is estimated.
Efficient Products (Residential) Participation Rate (% of Eligible Customers) 31 35% 80% Existing Residential 32 70% 30%
AI summary The text presents participation rates for the Efficient Products (Residential) program, showing a 35% participation rate among eligible customers. It also includes a 80% figure, likely representing a different metric or time period, alongside a reference to 'Existing Residential.'
Annual Average Savings per Participant (Current Year) 179,637 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 kWh 9 Cumulative Cost per kWh Saved 23.829 23.829 23.829 23.829 23.829 23.829 23.829 23.829 23.829 23.829 23.829 0.000 0.000 0.000 0....
AI summary The text presents data on annual average savings per participant and cumulative cost per kWh saved, highlighting energy efficiency program metrics. It also includes a chart on cumulative large industrial participation rates by program, indicating participation percentages among large industrial customers.
10% 22 23 0% 0% 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 24 25 This graph shows cumulative program participation for the class, as a percentage of eligible participants for each program. Eac...
AI summary The text describes a graph showing cumulative program participation rates as a percentage of eligible participants, with darker bars representing tracked participants and lighter bars representing estimated participation for programs where customer data is not available. Participation data for 2017-2019 is labeled as estimated.
E-5Report of H. Gil Peach, BCC
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d with market evolution for this program component, Econoler concludes that “…LEDs continue to be in a growth phase, but are approaching maturity as the BNI sector increasingly adopts these products.” Econoler recommends continued tracking...
AI summary Econoler evaluates the BNI Efficient Products Rebates program, noting LEDs are nearing maturity and recommending tracking market indicators, improving data collection for rebate participants, and addressing specific technologies. The BNI Custom Retrofit program offers technical and financial support for business, non-profit, and institutional customers.
continue 32 Strategic Energy Management (SEM) is not included since SEM did not report savings in 2017. 34 P a g e Verification Review of Program Year 2017 Evaluation Results
AI summary The document discusses the verification review of Program Year 2017 evaluation results, noting that Strategic Energy Management (SEM) is not included as it did not report savings in 2017.
ding participant phone interviews). This included review of updated annual reports and savings calculation workbooks as well as baseline reviews. Free- ridership and spillover were assumed to be zero. Econoler recommends that Efficiency No...
AI summary Econoler recommends that Efficiency Nova Scotia improve tracking and documentation of energy savings, including the use of baseline regressions and M&V, and ensure that incremental savings are tracked rather than cumulative savings. These measures are deemed necessary to ensure accurate savings calculations and better capture energy savings.
2017 two participants follow an alternative Affordable Multifamily Housing pilot track. This track works like SBES but basis decisions on the affordable housing criterion rather than on energy usage. Econoler reviewed Efficiency Nova Scoti...
AI summary Econoler conducted a desk review and on-site assessments to evaluate Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2017 DSM program results. The review identified the need for improved procedures in monitoring complex custom projects and non-lighting measures, as well as better data collection practices to ensure accurate savings calculations.
E-9E1 (SBA) RIRs to IR-1 to IR-21
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sense, the research aimed to provide insight into why small businesses do or do not participate in energy efficiency programs. More specifically the research explored the following questions: What are the costs to program Participants an...
AI summary This research aimed to understand why small businesses participate or do not participate in energy efficiency programs, focusing on the costs, benefits, barriers, and overall experience with Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) programs. It involved 500 telephone interviews conducted between January 30 and March 3, 2017.
ations The vast majority of Participant organizations made the decision to participate in an Efficiency Nova Scotia business program so as to save energy or reduce their power bill. In terms of sources of program awareness, Participant org...
AI summary Most Participant organizations joined Efficiency Nova Scotia business programs to save energy and reduce power bills. They primarily learned about the programs through ENS contact or word of mouth. Most participants experienced energy use and bill reductions, and the majority believe these outcomes met expectations.
ous analyzed subgroups. (Table 11) Date Filed: May 30, 2018 SBA IR-16 Attachment 1, Page 18 of 81 Reasons for Participation Among those organizations that took part in one or more business programs offered by Efficiency Nova Scotia, the va...
AI summary The majority of organizations participating in Efficiency Nova Scotia's business programs cite energy savings and reduced power bills as their primary motivation. Additional reasons include environmental benefits, financial incentives, and improved comfort. Most participants also report energy savings and bill reductions as the main benefits, with some citing environmental improvements and comfort enhancements.
Residential/Charitable (2,3,4) 22.2 198.2 2.9 4,141 703,536 Small General (10) 0.0 0.2 0.0 9 44 General Demand (11) 0.0 0.2 0.0 12 61 Large General (12) 0.0 0.0 0.0 0 2 Small Industrial (21) 0.0 0.0 0.0 1 6 Medium Industrial (22) 0.0 0.0 0...
AI summary The text provides a table of energy and demand savings, expenditures, and participant counts across various customer classes, including residential, industrial, and municipal. It notes that numbers may not sum due to rounding and that savings figures are net of free-ridership and spillover. The Appliance Retirement program is highlighted as part of the Residential Efficient Product Rebates and includes HomeWarming services for BNI participants.
E-11E1 (Synapse) RIRs to IR-1 to IR-22
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NON-CONFIDENTIAL 45 Table 2: 2016 Results - by Program Component Incremental Incremental Lifetime Net Annual Net Incremental Annual Net Energy Demand First Year Lifetime Avoided Lifetime Investment Energy Savings at Eligible Participation...
AI summary The text presents a table summarizing the 2016 results by program component, including investment amounts, energy savings, and participation metrics. The table includes columns such as incremental annual net energy savings, unit costs, and avoided emissions, indicating a focus on energy efficiency and program evaluation.
Generator Generator Generator (kt) (GWh) (GWh)a (MW) Efficient Product Rebates 4.2 22.6 202.2 3.0 0.187 0.021 467,953 - - 14.8 12.0 Instant Savings 2.8 19.5 179.1 2.6 0.144 0.016 not avail. 710,540 Units rebated 12.8 not avail. Residential...
AI summary The text presents data related to residential demand-side management (DSM) programs, including Efficient Product Rebates and Instant Savings, with metrics such as generator output, energy consumption, and rebate details. This data reflects program performance and participation metrics.
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AI summary The text presents a table with data on strategies, including enabling development and research, other enabling strategies, and totals. It includes notes about currency, rounding, and specific calculations related to emissions and program benefits. The data appears to be related to energy efficiency and program performance metrics.