E-10-(i)Book of Authorities
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, by letter dated September 22, 2010, which provided: The Board has carefully reviewed the DSM Transition Plan and grants approval to proceed with implementation, subject to the following directives: - a) The DSM Transition Committee is to...
AI summary The NSUARB approved ENSC's DSM Transition Plan with directives including quarterly financial reporting, stakeholder meetings, and filing transition agreements. ENSC complied with these directives, and the Board noted positive feedback on DSM efforts. The Board also reviewed the 2010 DSM Evaluation Report and 2010 SVS, with findings detailed later.
3.1 Evaluation Report and Savings Verification Study - [17] ENSC reported in its Application (Exhibit E-1, pp. 8-9) that in 2010 the DSM energy savings results had exceeded the target (84.79 GWh v. 81.13 GWh). The demand savings results we...
AI summary The 2010 DSM energy savings targets were exceeded by 5%, while demand savings were 98% of the target. The Efficient Products - Residential program exceeded its target by 153%, but other programs like the Low Income Households and Business Energy Rebates fell short. NMR's evaluation highlighted data quality and accessibility challenges, and the Board commissioned an SVS to review the savings data.
[25] The SVS contains two basic findings: Finding 1: All of the 2010 DSM programs were competently administered by the DSM Administrator. This finding is based on the NMR evaluations, our review of program documentation and tracking databa...
AI summary The SVS identifies two key findings regarding the 2010 DSM programs. First, they were competently administered, but improvements are suggested, particularly in internal control and addressing free-ridership. Second, the NMR evaluations were generally conducted within accepted frameworks, though some adjustments are recommended, including more electrical measurement and a socket study.
of DSM effort and it looks very like a very successful program to me in all so far. Now, I'm not saying about next year or the year after that, I haven't see [sic] that. [Transcript, pp. 312-313] - [30] In response to Counsel for ENSC, Dr....
AI summary The SVS recommended acceptance of DSM program efforts, noting initial success. Data tracking issues were acknowledged but viewed as improving. An organizational study and management audit of ENSC were suggested, with Dr. Peach supporting the latter after a year of operations. ENSC committed to improving data quality, with Foote emphasizing the need for evaluation recommendations on data improvements.
4.2.1 Findings - [71] The Board understands that the targets for energy and demand savings are considered to be aggressive when compared to other jurisdictions; however, these targets and associated investments were established early in th...
AI summary The Board acknowledges the aggressive DSM targets set in the IRP and notes that NSPI exceeded them. ENSC, as the new administrator, finds the targets challenging but achievable. The Board supports including savings from non-program funded initiatives and approves the 2012 DSM investment of $43.7 million.
7.0 PROGRAM MONITORING [141] During the hearing, several comments were made regarding the aggressive DSM targets facing ENSC and its ability to meet these significant challenges. In his opening statement, Mr. Crandlemire said: Nova Scotian...
AI summary The text discusses ENSC's challenges in meeting aggressive DSM targets, highlighting their efforts with a 45-person staff to achieve 234-million kWh savings. Mr. Crandlemire's statement emphasizes their commitment, referencing Exhibit E-20.
9.0 SUMMARY OF BOARD FINDINGS [153] The Board accepts the 2010 DSM Plan evaluation and verification, with the qualification made in the SVS for a 10% reduction for the Efficient Products-Direct Install program. [154] The Board understands...
AI summary The Board accepts the 2010 DSM Plan evaluation, approves the 2012 DSM investment, and sets conditions for ENSC, including data system improvements, quarterly progress reviews, and policy development. It also approves changes to the TRC test and requires studies on free ridership and spillover effects.
3.3 Status of 2013 and 2014 Verification and Evaluation Recommendations [49] In Appendix C, attached to its application, E1 included Table 1 - Update on Implementation of 2013 Verification Recommendations, and Table 2 - Update on Implement...
AI summary E1 provided updates on the implementation status of 2013 and 2014 verification and evaluation recommendations, with most completed. No intervenors raised concerns, though evaluation reports noted issues with Home Energy Report savings. E1 will update the Board on 2014 recommendations in its Q2 report.
3.4 Status of KPMG Procurement Recommendations and Other Procurement Issues [55] The Board accepts the status report supplied by E1 on the implementation of the KPMG audit recommendations. With respect to procurement issues, this appears t...
AI summary The Board accepts E1's status report on implementing KPMG audit recommendations. Procurement issues were resolved through work by Murray Coolican, Deputy Minister of Energy, as outlined in a May 2015 report reviewing Efficiency Nova Scotia's Business Energy Solutions Program.
3.6 Performance Targets, Indicators, and Thresholds [108] E1 proposed that the performance targets be cumulative annual energy and peak demand savings at the end of the three year period at the portfolio level and the performance indicator...
AI summary E1 proposed cumulative energy and peak demand savings targets over three years, with annual reporting of incremental and lifetime savings. A 90% threshold was set, with targets confirmed in the Quantum Agreement. The Board's reduction of DSM expenditures may impact these targets.
3.6.1 Findings [111] The Consensus Agreement signed by the parties, and approved by the Board, provides further details on the performance targets, indicators and thresholds. These targets are cumulative at the end of the three year period...
AI summary The Consensus Agreement, approved by the Board, sets performance targets with a 90% compliance threshold over three years. E1 is ordered to include these targets in its Compliance Filing, as outlined in the Decision.
3) EFFICIENCY ONE PERFORMANCE TARGETS a) EfficiencyOne's cumulative energy and demand savings targets shall be 405.9 GWh and 62.5 MW respectively, as set out in EfficiencyOne's 2016-2018 DSM Resource Plan filing.
AI summary EfficiencyOne's 2016-2018 DSM Resource Plan sets cumulative energy and demand savings targets of 405.9 GWh and 62.5 MW, respectively. These targets are central to the proceeding's discussion of performance metrics for energy efficiency programs.
3) PERFORMANCE TARGETS, INDICATORS AND THRESHOLDS - a) The parties agree to the following Performance Targets and Performance Indicators: - i) Performance Targets are set over the three-year contract period, rather than annually. - ii) Eff...
AI summary Parties agree to three-year performance targets for EfficiencyOne, requiring 90% achievement on two key metrics (cumulative energy and peak demand savings). Non-compliance triggers regulatory review. Indicators include energy savings, customer satisfaction, and rate impact analysis. Reporting by program and rate class is mandated.
5) EVALUATION AND REPORTING - a) The Parties support EfficiencyOne's proposal for annual program impact evaluations and process evaluations at the organizational level with program process evaluations if required. EfficiencyOne will provid...
AI summary Parties support EfficiencyOne's proposal for annual program evaluations, including impact and process assessments. EfficiencyOne will report on 2016-2018 performance, explain substantial changes (≥25% variance), and provide advance notice for mid-course adjustments. Reporting timelines and content are subject to Board revisions via Schedule 1.
7) RESOLUTION PROCESS Year Report/ Process Filing Timeframe Inclusions 2015 Annual Progress Report End of March Summary of 2015 context, activities and milestones achieved Double of the status of Performance Targets and Indicators Energy s...
AI summary The document outlines the resolution process for various reports and evaluations, including annual progress reports, evaluation reports, and financial statements, detailing their filing timelines and required inclusions such as summaries of activities, energy savings, and corrective action plans.
[170] Central's actual performance reflected this view. Ms. Rodenhiser testified: Well, we, you know, visually saw once they did establish their modified DC, the impact that had on their operations. We saw the improvement in profitability....
AI summary Central's performance improved after establishing a modified DC, as testified by Ms. Rodenhiser, with increased profitability and gross profit margin observed.
Release of reports related to performance standards 52C Whenever required in connection with any investigation by the Board or a person appointed pursuant to Section 82, Nova Scotia Power Incorporated shall provide the Board with such repo...
AI summary Nova Scotia Power Incorporated (NSPI) is legally required to provide detailed reports to the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) regarding its compliance with performance standards established by the Board. This obligation is mandated under the 2015, c. 31, s. 31 legislation.
Status reports relating to performance - 52D (1) The Board may require Nova Scotia Power Incorporated to provide it with periodic status reports, at such times and including such information as the Board may require, on Nova Scotia Power I...
AI summary The Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) mandates Nova Scotia Power Incorporated (NSPI) to submit periodic performance reports on compliance with standards under Sections 52A and 52B. Annual reports are required, and failure to meet standards may result in administrative penalties or compliance plans. The legislation is cited as 2015, c. 31, s. 31.
Spending and cost-recovery for activities of franchise holder - 79R (1) In making an order approving electricity efficiency and conservation activities pursuant to Section 79Q, the Board shall approve the amount that the franchise holder m...
AI summary The Board approves spending and cost recovery for electricity efficiency activities, capping at $35M adjusted by Efficiency Nova Scotia's 2013 over-recovery. Recovery is deferred over eight years, with performance requirements and payment terms outlined. The EECR Act (2014, c.5, s.15) is referenced.
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that: - 1. The Board approves a DSM Plan for 2019 in the amount of $34,050,000 with performance targets of 127.2 GWh in incremental annual net energy savings and 20.2 MW in incremental net annual peak demand savings. -...
AI summary The Board approves a 2019 DSM Plan with specific energy and demand savings targets, accepts a progress report, and directs updates to avoided costs and the RBIA. E1 is required to conduct a new DSM Potential Study and improve methodologies for GHG estimates and transparency in its processes. The Board also requests alternate DSM budget scenarios and compliance with filing frameworks.
21 12. PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS AND EVALUATIONS 22 23 24 12.1 EfficiencyOne's performance under the terms of this Agreement shall be measured in accordance with the performance requirements established by the UARB pursuant to Section 79M o...
AI summary EfficiencyOne's performance under the agreement is evaluated based on performance requirements established by the UARB under Section 79M of the Act, as outlined in Schedule 'C' - Performance Requirements.