E-1-1Application
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1 terminating an existing Program; • 2 increasing the 3-year plan budget for the total Residential sector by more than 25 • 3 percent; 4 decreasing the 3-year plan budget for the total Residential sector by more than • 5 25 percent; 6 incr...
AI summary The text outlines proposed changes to the 3-year plan budget and savings targets for the Residential and BNI sectors, including potential increases or decreases by more than 25 percent. It also details the requirement for EfficiencyOne to file quarterly reports with the NSUARB and outlines the process for making mid-course adjustments to the DSM Resource Plan.
This graph shows cumulative program participation for the class, as a percentage of eligible participants for each program. Each participant is counted once for each program, in the first year that they participate in the program. Darker b...
AI summary The text discusses visual representations of program participation rates, differentiating between tracked and untracked participants, and the estimated rate impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM) programs. It highlights the effect of DSM on cost recovery, lost revenues, and avoided utility costs.
n for the class, as a percentage of total customers in the class. Each participant is counted once, in the first that year they participate. This graph shows annual program participation for the class, as a percentage of eligible participa...
AI summary The text discusses program participation metrics and the rate and bill impacts of Demand Side Management (DSM). Graphs show participation rates as a percentage of eligible customers and estimated impacts on rates and bills, comparing scenarios with and without DSM. The analysis includes tracked and untracked participants, as well as the net rate effect and bill differences for participants, non-participants, and total customers.
entiate between Participants and Non-Participants. This graph shows cumulative program participation for the class, as a percentage of eligible participants for each program. Each participant is counted once for each program, in the first...
AI summary The text describes graphs showing cumulative and annual program participation rates for different classes of customers, distinguishing between tracked and untracked participants. It highlights how participation is measured as a percentage of eligible participants or total customers, depending on the program and year.
stimated). This graph shows cumulative program participation for the class, as a percentage of total customers in the class. Each participant is counted once, in the first that year they participate. This graph shows annual program partici...
AI summary The text discusses visual representations of program participation rates, showing cumulative and annual participation percentages for specific customer classes. The figures include tracked participants, where participation data is estimated.
This graph shows cumulative program participation for the class, as a percentage of eligible participants for each program. Each participant is counted once for each program, in the first year that they participate in the program. Darker b...
AI summary The text describes graphs that illustrate cumulative program participation rates for a specific class of customers, showing the percentage of eligible participants and total customers in the class who have enrolled in various programs. The graphs differentiate between tracked and estimated participation data.
n for the class, as a percentage of total customers in the class. Each participant is counted once, in the first that year they participate. This graph shows annual program participation for the class, as a percentage of total customers in...
AI summary The text discusses figures analyzing DSM program participation rates, rate impacts (cost recovery, lost revenues, avoided costs), and bill impacts compared to a no-DSM scenario. Graphs show participation percentages, net rate effects, and bill differences between participants, non-participants, and total customers from 2020-2035.
to the no-DSM scenario in absolute terms, for the same groups of customers as the graph shown above it. Line# This graph shows cumulative program participation for the class, as a percentage of eligible participants for each program. Each...
AI summary The text discusses visual representations of program participation metrics, including cumulative and annual participation rates for customer classes. It distinguishes between 'tracked' (data-collecting) and 'untracked' (estimated) programs, highlighting participation percentages relative to eligible customers and total class members.
13 Q: What are the results from your benchmarking? 14 A: First, it is important to put EfficiencyOne's proposed savings levels into context relative to its benchmarked peers. As can be seen from Figures 1 and 2 below, EfficiencyOne's 2020...
AI summary EfficiencyOne's 2020 and 2021 energy savings as a percent of sales (1.4%) are lower than most of its peers, with non-EfficiencyOne benchmarked PAs planning to achieve savings above 1.5% and some exceeding 2.0%. EfficiencyOne's proposed spending as a percent of revenue is lower than other PAs, and its cost of saved energy is lower than New England PAs but slightly higher than non-New England PAs. EfficiencyOne's lifetime cost rate is significantly lower than other PAs.
E-3E1 (NSPI) RIRs to IR-1 to IR-69
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N/A N/A Total 27.1 128.2 99.8 1433.0 22.3 2.0 4.7 Incremental Incremental Lifetime Energy Annual Net Program Investment Lifetime Benefits Annual Net Total Resource 2021 a Savings at Demand Savings b Administrator ($ million) ($ million) En...
AI summary The text provides a summary of investment, benefits, and costs related to energy programs, including incremental investments, lifetime benefits, energy savings, and cost tests such as the Total Resource Cost Test (TRC) and Program Cost Test (PAC).
tomer Participation Forecasts Findings reporting Incentive Customer and Supply Chain Technology Financial Impact & Risks Thresholds Engagement Other Supply Chain Cost-Effectiveness Testing Monitor and Manage Considerations Periodic Updatin...
AI summary The text outlines a methodology for identifying best practices in incentive setting, focusing on customer participation forecasts, financial impact, cost-effectiveness testing, and periodic updating. It highlights the importance of research and engagement in the process.
aluations, this information for prescriptive measures can be reviewed and updated annually or bi-annually as required. During these review, all parameters listed can be updated accordingly. SUPPLY CHAIN AND SERVICE PROVIDER RESEARCH The su...
AI summary The document discusses the importance of regularly reviewing prescriptive measures and engaging with the supply chain and service providers to gain insights for incentive setting and program design. It also highlights the need to analyze the financial impacts of incentive changes, including current incentives, participation forecasts, and market penetration.
For the Business Energy Rebates Program, EfficiencyOne gains an understanding of Continue to conduct the market research, especially customer motivations and barriers through: for areas where participation is underperforming. From the...
AI summary The text discusses the Business Energy Rebates Program managed by EfficiencyOne, emphasizing the importance of continuing market research, program management, benchmarking, and evaluation to understand customer motivations and barriers, particularly in areas with underperforming participation.
chment 1 Page 107 of 206 participants; and analyzing what future impacts would be on uptake, the budget and cost effectiveness based on current and future participation trends. ONTARIO CORE PROGRAM OFFERINGS (RESIDENTIAL AND BUSINESS) Curr...
AI summary The text discusses Ontario's conservation programs, which cover various sectors and include financial incentives, coaching, assessments, and training initiatives. Ontario has conducted rigorous evaluations of its programs, leading to higher energy efficiency baselines. A new pay-for-performance framework for LDC funding of Conservation Program delivery was recently released.
and for assessing the appropriateness DSM plans for 2015-2020. The framework can also be used in gas utilities’ proposal reviews/approvals for their DSM plans by the OEB. Guiding principles include: 1. Invest in DSM where the cost is equal...
AI summary The document outlines guiding principles for assessing DSM plans, emphasizing cost-effectiveness, customer participation, and integration with other energy efficiency efforts. It also mentions the submission of annual budgets, eligibility criteria, and studies for OEB approval, including a mid-term review in 2018 to assess performance and impact on customer rates and shareholder incentives.
Idea Generation & Preliminary Measure Detailed Measure Measure Approval Vetting Development Development • Identify new measure • Collection and • Identify technical • Finalize MAD from multiple souces analysis of preliminary guidelines and...
AI summary The text outlines a process for generating and developing new measures, including identifying sources, analyzing preliminary information, addressing data gaps, engaging stakeholders, and conducting cost-effectiveness testing. It also mentions the creation of a Measure Approval Document (MAD) and the role of the Manager of Planning and Engineering.
he following are the retail prices for Con Edison customers in 2014: Residential: $0.2885/kWh Commercial: $0.2216/kWh Industrial: $0.2018/kWh NYSERDA ENERGY EFFICIENCY PROGRAM INCENTIVE AND COST EFFECTIVENESS POLICY Cost Effectivenes...
AI summary The text provides retail electricity prices for Con Edison customers in 2014 and discusses NYSERDA's energy efficiency programs under the Energy Efficiency Portfolio Standard (EEPS). It outlines cost-effectiveness testing using the Total Resource Cost (TRC) and the calculation of avoided supply costs provided by the NY-ISO. Energy efficiency programs are funded over three-year cycles and cover residential and commercial sectors.
• Targets identified, and met or exceeded Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 2 Page 12 of 32 Data Source Representative Indicators / Evaluation Questions 1 to 3 Subsequent Years Years • Reporting capabilities include curr...
AI summary The document outlines key indicators and evaluation questions related to marketing tracking systems and program databases, focusing on reporting capabilities, customer participation, and targeted segments. It emphasizes the importance of regular reporting, feedback mechanisms, and tracking the effectiveness of marketing campaigns over time.
feedback mechanism works well; requested changes and updates are promptly addressed; high overall user satisfaction system facilitates cross-marketing efforts Table 3. Brief Interviews Estimated Suggested Timeframe Target Sample Population...
AI summary The feedback mechanism is effective, with changes and updates being promptly addressed and high user satisfaction. The system also supports cross-marketing efforts. Table 3 outlines brief interviews with ENS BDMs and ESAs, focusing on customer awareness, program inquiries, and marketing campaign effectiveness.
program evaluations • Perception of ENS as trusted advisor Coordinated with regular BNI • Changes in awareness of ENS and its programs over time > 31,000 TBD TBD market research and/or nonparticipants • Perception of ENS as trusted advisor...
AI summary The text discusses program evaluations focusing on perceptions of ENS as a trusted advisor, changes in awareness of ENS and its programs over time, and sources of information about ENS programs. It also mentions participation in multiple programs and the coordination with market research and program surveys.
Indicators / Evaluation Questions Data Sources & Collection Approaches (Desired Output/ Outcome) Tracking systems and • Tracking systems continue to completely and accurately capture • IDIs with marketing managers and processes meet overal...
AI summary The text outlines indicators and evaluation questions related to tracking systems and data collection approaches for programmatic needs, emphasizing the importance of accurate information capture and storage for marketing efforts and reporting.
Stakeholders (e.g., trade • Percentages of participant and nonparticipant trade allies (and • Baseline surveys of trade ally (and other allies) aware of and other stakeholders) aware of programs; changes over time stakeholders) understand...
AI summary The text outlines methods for evaluating stakeholder awareness and engagement with ENS programs, including surveys, interviews, and training attendance metrics. It focuses on tracking changes over time and identifying common errors in program submissions.
program staff) Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 2 Page 28 of 32 Objective Indicators / Evaluation Questions Data Sources & Collection Approaches (Desired Output/ Outcome) Customers participate in ENS • Number and percen...
AI summary The text outlines the objective of evaluating customer participation in ENS programs, with indicators such as the number and percentage of target population participating and identification of segments not being reached. Data sources include program databases, interviews with marketing managers, program staff, and BDMs.
• Surveys of participants • Surveys of nonparticipants Customers share experiences • Number and percent of participants reporting they learned of • Surveys of participants and refer friends and family program through family/friends; change...
AI summary The text outlines data collection methods for evaluating program participation and stakeholder engagement, including surveys of participants and nonparticipants, program databases, and interviews with program staff. It focuses on tracking changes in participant awareness and engagement over time.
be beneficial. According to one staff member, “We don’t have this data; we don’t know how to find it. Are there assumptions that are acceptable to use to get the most accurate result?” Respondents also expressed concern that values for a c...
AI summary Respondents raised concerns about data availability and consistency in measuring program impacts, noting a lack of data and varying assumptions used. There was also a call for coordination in outreach to market actors to avoid duplication and reduce burden during evaluation processes.
NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 b) The Preferred Plan continues to rely on an evidence-based approach to monitor and respond 2 to program efficacy and performance, and changes in technology. Sections 5.1 and 5.2 in 3 the Evidence Section describes how...
AI summary The Preferred Plan uses an evidence-based approach to monitor and adjust programs based on technology trends and customer behavior. It expands access to energy efficiency programs for rental housing and First Nations communities and includes demand-reduction incentives. Barriers to energy efficiency and mitigation strategies are outlined in tables within the Evidence section.
NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-55: 2 3 (a) Explain whether the example of a constraint “to ensure that no program has TRC 4 less than 1.0” (Appendix A, 2020-2022 DSM Plan, page 9, lines 1-2) was included in 5 the portfolio optimization mode...
AI summary The response to Request IR-55 explains that a TRC constraint of at least 1.0 was included in the portfolio optimization model for the 2020-2022 DSM Plan. EfficiencyOne argues that optimizing at the measure level would not be more cost-effective for customers due to considerations like equitability and income-eligible populations, and that the Preferred Plan was guided by internal expertise and program delivery experience.
E-52018 DSM Evaluation Reports
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Evaluated savings Gross and net energy or peak demand savings calculated by the Evaluator using the parameters (unitary savings values, installation rates, interactive effects, net-to-gross ratio, etc.) validated or measured during the eva...
AI summary The text defines key terms related to energy efficiency program evaluation, including evaluated savings, gross and net savings, free-ridership, installation rates, and market effects. These definitions are essential for assessing the effectiveness and impact of energy efficiency initiatives.
Phone Surveys Between September and December 2018, CRA conducted phone surveys with participants of four program components. The contents of the surveys varied from one program component to another. The surveys were used to collect informa...
AI summary CRA conducted phone surveys between September and December 2018 with participants of four program components to gather data on participation motivations, barriers, satisfaction, recommendations, free-ridership, demographics, and program effectiveness, focusing on energy efficiency initiatives managed by ENS.
Table 10: 2018 Satisfaction Results DSM Program Program Component Participant Satisfaction Partner Satisfaction Residential Residential Efficient Appliance Retirement 9.6 - Products Rebates Instant Savings - 8.6 Green Heat 9.0 - Existing R...
AI summary Table 10 presents 2018 satisfaction results for various DSM program components, with average ratings above 8.0 on a 10-point scale. Most components saw improved ratings, except Strategic Energy Management and Energy Management Information Systems, which had low participant numbers.
6 RECOMMENDATIONS Once again, the Evaluator commends ENS on its ability to quickly and effectively implement the recommendations formulated and submitted as part of past evaluations. The 2018 evaluation revealed that two-thirds of former r...
AI summary The Evaluator commends ENS for implementing past recommendations but notes that strategies to engage participants in non-lighting energy efficiency measures are not fully effective. Lighting measures still account for most savings, and ENS is discontinuing support for certain high-saving measures starting in 2019.
No. Recommendation EMIS/SEM-R1. Review program delivery to improve participant understanding and mastery of energy performance tracking. Despite being satisfied with EMIS and SEM, many participants in both program components mentioned feel...
AI summary The document highlights that participants in the EMIS and SEM programs rely heavily on service providers for energy performance tracking. Many participants lack the resources to continue tracking energy consumption independently, leading to a lack of ongoing engagement. The Evaluator recommends reviewing program delivery to better equip participants with the tools and knowledge needed to manage energy performance independently.
APPENDIX II CALCULATION OF MARGINS OF ERROR This appendix presents some examples of how the Evaluator has established the margins of error of participant surveys, installation rates, adjustment ratios, free-ridership levels and measured en...
AI summary This appendix provides examples of how margins of error were calculated for various program components, including participant surveys, installation rates, adjustment ratios, free-ridership levels, and measured energy consumption levels, using data from the 2017 evaluation.
Executive Summary – Appendix Report Efficient Product R ebates - LED Bulbs, Owners FR3c [ASK IF LED bulbs/low flow showerheads and/or showerwands QUANTITY >1] If the service had not been offered, what is the likelihood that you would have...
AI summary The text presents a table analyzing customer responses to energy efficiency programs, focusing on rebate programs for LED bulbs and low-flow showerheads. It includes metrics such as likelihood of purchase without the program, inconsistency tests, free-ridership calculations, and the influence of promotional materials on customer decisions.
Custom Retrofit PA4 Score FR2c - 0% - 20% - 30% Inconsistency Test PA1 IF ABS(FR2a - FR3) ≥ 50%: PA1 = MIN OF (FR2a ; FR3) - 20% - 45% - 30% Inconsistency Test PA2 IF FR1c = 100% AND FR2a OR FR3 < 70%: PA2 = EMPTY - 0% - 0% - 0% Free-rider...
AI summary The table presents data on a custom retrofit program, including scores and tests related to participation and free-ridership. It includes percentages for various tests and factors influencing participation in energy efficiency programs.
Participant Survey In October 2018, CRA conducted a telephone survey with a total of 200 participants. The average length of the survey was nine minutes. All five types of appliances covered by ARet (refrigerators, freezers, air conditione...
AI summary In October 2018, CRA conducted a telephone survey with 200 participants to gather feedback on the Appliance Retirement (ARet) program. The survey covered appliance usage, replacement, satisfaction, and demographics. The margin of error was 5.7% at a 90% confidence level. The report also notes that the 2018 metering results were not used for this evaluation.
Net savings Energy or peak demand savings that can be reliably attributed to a program. This includes effects, such as free-ridership and spillover, that negatively or positively affect the savings attributable to a program. Net-to-gross r...
AI summary The document defines key terms related to energy program evaluation, including net savings, net-to-gross ratio, non-sampling error, peak demand savings, and tracked savings. These metrics are used to assess the effectiveness of energy efficiency initiatives.
3.4 Unconverted D Assessment Spillover Since the 2014 evaluation, another spillover effect associated with unconverted D assessment savings has been considered. This effect corresponds to the savings associated with those measures implemen...
AI summary This section discusses the unconverted D assessment spillover effect, which includes energy savings from participants who did not complete an E assessment within the 12-month period. Data from 2016 and 2018 evaluations show that 54% of expired participants installed upgrades, with an average electrical savings of 2,283 kWh per participant. In 2018, total spillover savings were estimated at 0.836 GWh and 0.236 MW.
Participant Survey In October and November 2018, CRA conducted a telephone survey with 90 participants. The average length of the survey was 16 minutes. The questionnaire and complete survey results are presented in Appendices IV and V. Th...
AI summary In 2018, CRA conducted a telephone survey with 90 participants to gather feedback on the Green Heat Program, covering aspects such as program awareness, participation motivations, equipment usage, free-ridership, satisfaction, barriers to installation, and demographic information. The survey results are detailed in Appendices IV and V.
Green Heat Appendix IV GH: Participant Survey Questionnaire Appendix V GH: Participant Survey Results Appendix VI GH: On-site Visit Sampling Methodology and Protocol Appendix VII GH: Distributors Interview Guide Appendix VIII GH: Savings R...
AI summary The 'Green Heat' section includes appendices related to a participant survey questionnaire, survey results, on-site visit sampling methodology, distributor interviews, savings reviews, free-ridership calculation algorithms, and 2018 recommendations.
Efficient Product Installation Appendix XI EPI: Participant Survey Questionnaire Appendix XII EPI: Participant Survey Results Appendix XIII EPI: Detailed Calculations of Unitary Savings Values Appendix XIV EPI: Detailed Calculations of Equ...
AI summary The document contains appendices related to the Efficient Product Installation (EPI) program, including survey questionnaires, results, calculations of savings values, free-ridership algorithms, spillover methodology, and 2018 recommendations. These appendices support the evaluation and implementation of energy efficiency initiatives.
Table 18: Free-ridership for BER Instant Rebates 46 Table 19: NTGR for BER Instant Rebates 47 Table 20: Evaluated Net Energy and Peak Demand Savings for BER Instant Rebates 49 Table 21: Comparison of Tracked and Evaluated Savings at the Ge...
AI summary The document presents tables and figures related to the Business Energy Rebates (BER) program, including free-ridership analysis, net-to-gross ratios, energy and peak demand savings, rebate values, and participant satisfaction metrics. It evaluates the effectiveness and participation rates of the BER program from 2012 to 2018.
Barriers to Mail-in Participation and Non-lighting Measures One-third of surveyed Mail-in participants implemented a building upgrade in the last two years without ENS support. Lighting and HVAC were the most popular upgrades reported by M...
AI summary The text discusses barriers to mail-in participation in energy efficiency programs, noting that many participants upgrade without ENS support due to lack of awareness, perceived hassle, or project size. Payback thresholds and the burden of application completion are also identified as barriers, particularly for non-lighting measures.
BER Appendix I - BER: Mail-in Participant Survey Questionnaire Appendix II - BER: Mail-in Participant Survey Results Appendix III - BER: Mail-in Interview Guide with Contractors Appendix IV - BER: Mail-in On-site Visit Sampling Methodology...
AI summary The document outlines various appendices related to the Bill-Entry Rebate (BER) program, including survey questionnaires, results, interview guides, sampling methodologies, savings calculations, and recommendations. These appendices support the evaluation and administration of the BER program.
[ASK IF USE OTHER ENS PROGRAM] Q21. How, if at all, do you promote the BER Mail-program to customers using other ENS programs? [ASK IF Q2=1] Q22. How does BER mail-in participation influence your customer's participation in other ENS progr...
AI summary The questions focus on how the BER Mail-in program interacts with other ENS programs, customer awareness of incentives, and potential integration opportunities. They also ask about participation rates and preferences between the BER Mail-in and Instant Rebate programs for different lighting types.
FR3b. [ASK IF TOTAL MEASURE CATEGORY QTY>1] If the rebate had not been offered, what is the likelihood that you would have purchased exactly the same quantity of lighting products that you bought? Response 98 Don't Know 99 Refused FR3c. [A...
AI summary This section of the document includes survey questions related to the influence of rebate programs and information received on purchasing decisions for lighting products. The questions focus on the impact of rebate programs and information from program representatives and distributors on customer behavior.
CI1. Before buying the rebated lighting products in [DATE], had your organization at any time in the past already participated in any other Efficiency Nova Scotia programs? Previous Participation in Another ENS Program Component 2018 Sampl...
AI summary The text asks whether an organization had previously participated in Efficiency Nova Scotia programs before purchasing rebated lighting products and explores the impact of such participation on purchasing decisions, including asking about efficient lighting options and evaluating cost-effectiveness.
DEFINITIONS Accuracy Reflects the proximity of measurements to the true value. Installation rate The proportion of incentivized products reported as installed that remain installed and operating at the time of evaluation. This rate is usua...
AI summary The text defines key terms related to energy efficiency programs, including installation rate, lifetime energy savings, line loss factor, margin of error, market effects, and net savings. These definitions are used to evaluate the effectiveness and impact of energy efficiency initiatives.
6.2 Net -to-gross Ratio2 29 6. 2.1 Free-ridership 29 6.3 Net Savings 30 7 В UILD ING OPTIMIZATION MARKET EVALUATION 31 8 В UILD ING OPTIMIZATION IMPACT EVALUATION 32 8.1 Gro ss Savings 32 8. 1.1 Project Review Findings 32 8. 1.2 Interactiv...
AI summary The document outlines various evaluations related to energy efficiency programs, including market evaluations, impact assessments, and the calculation of net-to-gross ratios and net savings. It references follow-up actions on previous evaluation reports and describes the objectives and methodologies used in these assessments.
New Construction In 2018, five projects were completed through New Construction. A detailed technical review, including a site visit and a simulation review, was performed for four of the completed projects. Additionally, a process and mar...
AI summary In 2018, five New Construction projects were completed, with four undergoing a detailed technical review. A process and market evaluation was conducted through interviews with service providers and participant feedback during site visits.
Project File Review and On-site Visits In the fall of 2018, Equilibrium and Technosim, a subcontractor of Econoler, carried out a full technical review of project documentation and on-site visits on a sample of 2018 Retrofit, New Construct...
AI summary In 2018, Equilibrium and Technosim reviewed 25 Retrofit, 4 New Construction, and 3 Building Optimization projects to assess free-ridership, participant satisfaction, and implementation barriers. On-site visits and interviews were conducted to validate technical specifications and collect data on project characteristics and operations.
11 EMIS OVERVIEW The following sections present the EMIS evaluation results. This section describes the EMIS program component, follows up on the 2017 evaluation recommendations and provides an overview of the participation history.
AI summary This section provides an overview of the EMIS program component, follows up on 2017 evaluation recommendations, and outlines participation history.
15 SEM OVERVIEW This section describes the SEM program component, follows up on 2016 evaluation recommendations, since SEM was not evaluated in 2017, and provides an overview of participation history.
AI summary This section outlines the SEM program component, addresses 2016 evaluation recommendations, notes that SEM was not evaluated in 2017, and provides an overview of participation history.
15.3 Participation History Although two projects were launched in fall 2017, these projects started generating savings only in January 2018 and were therefore included in the 2018 evaluation. Two other projects generated savings in 2018 af...
AI summary The document discusses the participation history in the Sustainable Energy Management (SEM) program from 2015 to 2018, noting the number of active participants and savings generated. In 2018, four projects started generating savings, with participation levels higher than 2017 but lower than 2015 and 2016. Savings per participant in 2018 were similar to 2015 due to new participants in both years.
Custom Appendix I Custom: Retrofit On-site Visit Protocol Appendix II Custom: New Construction Project Review Protocol Appendix III Custom: Building Optimization On-site Visit Protocol Appendix IV Custom: New Construction Service Provider...
AI summary The document outlines various custom protocols and algorithms related to energy efficiency programs, including on-site visit procedures, project review processes, and calculation methods for free-ridership and participant spillover effects.
Cross-influence - FR7. Before participating in the Custom program, had you already participated in another Efficiency Nova Scotia program? - 1. Yes [CONTINUE] - 2. No [SKIP TO FR9] - 98. (Don't know) [SKIP TO FR9] - 99. (Refused) [SKIP TO...
AI summary The text outlines a series of questions related to participant engagement in Efficiency Nova Scotia programs, focusing on whether prior participation or exposure to promotional materials influenced their decision to implement energy efficiency measures.
NC Satisfaction Questions - S1. Using a scale from 1 to 10 where 1 is "not at all satisfied" and 10 is "completely satisfied" how would you rate your satisfaction with the program overall? - S2. [IF S1<8] What is the most important reason...
AI summary The text outlines a set of satisfaction questions related to a New Construction program, focusing on participant satisfaction, challenges faced, and suggestions for improvement. The questions are structured to assess overall satisfaction, reasons for dissatisfaction or satisfaction, challenges encountered, and potential improvements.
Satisfaction Questions - S1. Using a scale from 1 to 10 where 1 is "not at all satisfied" and 10 is "completely satisfied" how would you rate your satisfaction with the Building Optimization program overall? - S2. [IF S1<8] What is the mos...
AI summary The document presents a set of satisfaction questions related to the Building Optimization program. Questions focus on participant satisfaction, challenges faced, and suggestions for improvement. Topics include program participation, marketing, and interactions with Energy Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) staff.
Program Satisfaction [ASK ALL] Q24. The next few questions are about your satisfaction with various program elements? How satisfied were you with the information you received about the program? [ If needed: Was the information consistent w...
AI summary The text outlines a series of questions aimed at assessing participant satisfaction with various aspects of a program, including information received, interactions with staff, enrollment processes, timeliness of incentives, and overall satisfaction.
PA4 Score: FR2c Inconsistency Test PA1 IF ABS(FR2a – FR3) ≥ 50%: PA1 = MIN OF (FR2a ; FR3) Inconsistency Test PA2 IF FR1c=100% AND FR2a OR FR3 < 70%: PA2 = EMPTY Free-Ridership IF PA4 < MEAN (PA1; PA2; PA3) FR = MEAN (PA1; PA2; PA3; PA4) O...
AI summary The text outlines a scoring system used to evaluate participation in energy efficiency programs, including factors like previous participation in ENS programs and the influence of promotional materials on decision-making. It includes formulas for calculating scores and determining free-ridership.
2018 DSM Evaluation – Appendix Report SEM Free Ridership Survey FR1. Before being contacted by ENS to take part in the SEM program, were you aware of what a strategic energy management program was? FR2. Before taking part in the SEM progra...
AI summary This appendix of the 2018 DSM Evaluation includes a survey on free ridership, satisfaction, and barriers related to the Strategic Energy Management (SEM) program. It asks participants about their awareness, implementation of energy management tools, and challenges faced during and after program participation.