E-1Application
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NOVA SCOTIA UTILITY AND REVIEW BOARD IN THE MATTER OF: The Public Utilities Act, R.S.N.S. 1989, c. 30 as amended - and - IN THE MATTER OF: An Application by EfficiencyOne for Approval of Supply Agreement for Electricity Efficiency and Cons...
AI summary EfficiencyOne seeks approval for a supply agreement with Nova Scotia Power Inc. and the 2023–2025 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan under the Public Utilities Act. The application involves establishing a final agreement and securing regulatory approval for the DSM plan.
NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO: The Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board ("UARB" or "the Board") - 1. EfficiencyOne is the holder of the Franchise issued by the Minister of Energy on November 28, 2014, effective January 1, 2015, to provide elect...
AI summary EfficiencyOne seeks Board approval for a 2023–2025 Supply Agreement with NS Power to deliver electricity efficiency services, including a Demand Side Management (DSM) resource plan. The application cites compliance with the Public Utilities Act and asserts the proposal serves the public interest.
Stephen MacDonald President / Chief Executive Officer EfficiencyOne 230 Brownlow Ave. Suite 300 Dartmouth, NS B3B 0G5 Email: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) IN THE MATTER OF The Public Utilities Act , R....
AI summary EfficiencyOne, led by Stephen MacDonald, seeks regulatory approval for a 2023-2025 electricity efficiency agreement with Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSP) and a Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan under the Public Utilities Act. The application was filed on March 11, 2022.
2.1 PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT - E1 is the current holder of Nova Scotia's electricity efficiency and conservation franchise, making it a - public utility in relation to franchise activities. - As the franchise holder, E1 has the exclusive right...
AI summary E1 holds Nova Scotia's electricity efficiency franchise, requiring it to supply NS Power with cost-effective conservation activities under the Public Utilities Act. The Act mandates a three-year agreement between E1 and NS Power, with the Board authorized to intervene if no agreement is reached, ensuring customer cost reduction.
more complex markets and projects – as a result, the historically low first year unit costs of DSM cannot be maintained. Despite the resulting increasing unit costs, the Settlement Plan remains cost effective and demand side management con...
AI summary The Settlement Plan outlines E1's proposed demand side management (DSM) programs and strategies for 2023-2025, emphasizing cost-effectiveness and energy savings. It includes program enhancements to improve customer experience and support decarbonization goals, with a focus on deeper energy savings and accessibility for diverse communities.
1 SCHEDULE D 2 3 CONFIDENTIALITY AND NONDISCLOSURE AGREEMENT 4 5 THIS CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENT made effective this 1st day of January, 2023 6 7 Between: 8 9 EfficiencyOne, hereinafter "EfficiencyOne" 10 Party of the First Part 11 12 And 1...
AI summary This document outlines a confidentiality and non-disclosure agreement between EfficiencyOne and Nova Scotia Power Incorporated, detailing the terms under which confidential information will be shared and treated in accordance with the Supply Agreement and relevant legislation.
Schedule "E": Approved EECA Plan EFFICIENCYONE 20202023-2022 2025 DSM COMPLIANCE FILINGPLAN FILING Supply Agreement (Redline) Appendix C-G – THIS AGREEMENT made asof the day of , 2019 2022 and effective as of the 1st day of January, 2020 2...
AI summary This document outlines an agreement between Nova Scotia Power Incorporated (NSPI) and EfficiencyOne, under the Public Utilities Act, for the supply of cost-effective Electricity Efficiency and Conservation Activities. The agreement is effective as of January 1, 2020, and includes definitions and interpretations of key terms.
Formatted: Indent: Left: 1.75 cm, Hanging: 0.26 cm, No bullets or numbering and bill impact analysis, filed by October 31st of each year; and 95 91 x. Reporting on low-income program participation, expenditures, and savings 92 through a va...
AI summary The document outlines requirements for reporting on low-income program participation and includes a confidentiality agreement between EfficiencyOne and Nova Scotia Power Incorporated. The agreement is made under the Supply Agreement and governed by the Electricity Efficiency and Conservation Act and the Public Utilities Act of Nova Scotia.
E-12-(i)NSUARB IR-17 Attachment 2_ACEEE’s Entire State Database - Excel
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ucture projects. FAST Freight Plans and Goals: Georgia has a state freight plan that identifies a multimodal freight network, but it does not include freight energy or greenhouse gas reduction goals. Last Reviewed: July 2019 ","Georgia doe...
AI summary The text discusses various energy and transportation policies in Georgia and Guam, including freight plans, transit funding, energy efficiency programs, and plumbing standards. Georgia has made progress in transit funding and adopted energy-efficient plumbing standards, while Guam lacks financial incentives for energy efficiency but has a limited appliance rebate program.
sector. Complete Streets: A comprehensive complete streets policy was adopted by the state DOT that mandates that highway and bridge projects must evaluate the needs of pedestrians and bicycle users. FAST Freight Plans and Goals: In August...
AI summary Pennsylvania has adopted a complete streets policy, submitted a freight movement plan, and established a public transportation trust fund. However, the state lacks state-level programs to incentivize low-income housing near transit and does not set appliance standards beyond federal requirements. The Alternative Fuels Incentive Grant Program provides rebates for alternative fuel vehicles.
allocates funding to a number of initiatives that can help curb VMT, like pedestrian and bicycle lane creation, increasing access to public transit, and boosting non-vehicle mobility across the State. The Land Use 2025 Report recommends an...
AI summary The document discusses initiatives in Rhode Island aimed at reducing vehicle miles traveled (VMT) through infrastructure improvements and public transportation. It highlights the Land Use 2025 Report, the Complete Streets policy, and participation in the Transportation Climate Initiative. The state lacks specific programs to incentivize low-income housing near transit but uses proximity to transit in allocating federal credits. Funding for public transit is outlined in the State Transportation Improvement Plan.
aine has a state freight plan that identifies a multimodal freight network, but it does not include freight energy or greenhouse gas reduction goals. Last Reviewed: July 2019 ","Public transit access Maine does not have any state programs...
AI summary Maine has a state freight plan focusing on multimodal networks but lacks energy and greenhouse gas reduction goals. The state does not incentivize low-income housing near transit but considers transit proximity when allocating federal Low-Income Housing Tax Credits.
E-30E1 Compliance Filing 2023-2025 with Appendix A-D FINAL
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more complex markets and projects – as a result, the historically low first year unit costs of DSM cannot be maintained. Despite the resulting increasing unit costs, the Settlement Plan remains cost effective and demand side management con...
AI summary The Settlement Plan outlines E1's proposed demand side management (DSM) programs and strategies for 2023-2025, emphasizing cost-effectiveness and deeper energy savings. It includes performance metrics, investment levels, and a focus on improving customer experience and accessibility. The plan supports decarbonization goals and forms the basis for a DSM Supply Agreement under the Public Utilities Act.
more complex markets and projects – as a result, the historically low first year unit costs of DSM cannot be maintained. Despite the resulting increasing unit costs, the Settlement Plan remains cost effective and demand side management con...
AI summary The Settlement Plan outlines Nova Scotia Power's (E1) demand side management (DSM) strategies for 2023-2025, emphasizing cost-effectiveness, program enhancements, and support for decarbonization goals. It highlights the TRC and PAC ratios, and aims to improve accessibility and achieve deeper energy savings.
DATE FILED: 4 October 2022 Page 30 of 37 1 SCHEDULE D 2 3 CONFIDENTIALITY AND NONDISCLOSURE AGREEMENT 4 5 THIS CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENT made effective this 1st day of January, 2023 6 7 Between: 8 9 EfficiencyOne, hereinafter "EfficiencyOn...
AI summary This document outlines a confidentiality and nondisclosure agreement between EfficiencyOne and Nova Scotia Power Incorporated, related to a supply agreement for electricity efficiency and conservation activities. The agreement is governed by the Electricity Efficiency and Conservation Act and the Public Utilities Act of Nova Scotia, and involves the exchange and handling of confidential information between the parties.
EFFICIENCYONE 2023-2025 DSM PLAN COMPLIANCE FILING Appendix F D – Supply Agreement 97 vii. Total spending (reported by program and rate class); 98 viii. Customer satisfaction; and 99 ix. Incidental cumulative annual energy savings applicab...
AI summary The document outlines the EfficiencyOne 2023-2025 DSM Plan Compliance Filing, including a confidentiality and nondisclosure agreement between EfficiencyOne and Nova Scotia Power Incorporated. The agreement covers the handling of confidential information in accordance with the Electricity Efficiency and Conservation Act and the Public Utilities Act of Nova Scotia.
87301Board Decision
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IN THE MATTER OF THE PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT - and - IN THE MATTER OF AN APPLICATION by EFFICIENCYONE (E1) for Approval of a Supply Agreement for Electricity Efficiency and Conservation Activities between E1 and Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Pow...
AI summary The document outlines a regulatory proceeding under the Public Utilities Act, involving EfficiencyOne's application for approval of a supply agreement with Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) for electricity efficiency activities and a 2023-2025 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan. The proceeding is before a panel of three members, with counsel representing EfficiencyOne, NS Power, the Consumer Advocate, Small Business Advocate, Affordable Energy Coalition, and Ecology Action Centre.
- [1] EfficiencyOne (E1) was granted a franchise under the Public Utilities Act, R.S.N.S. 1989, c. 380 (Act) to provide "electricity efficiency and conservation activities" to Nova Scotia Power Incorporated (NS Power). In addition to the e...
AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) has a franchise under the Public Utilities Act to provide electricity efficiency and conservation activities to NS Power. A supply agreement between E1 and NS Power must be approved by the Board and outlines the activities and costs for a three-year term. E1 applied for approval of a supply agreement for the 2023-2025 DSM Resource Plan.
is a fundamental consideration for the approval of electricity efficiency and conservation activities, but there are other considerations. [101] Subsections 79L(8) and (9) identify further criteria: - (8) The Board shall approve an agreeme...
AI summary The Board considers affordability and long-term cost principles when approving electricity efficiency programs. Subsections 79L(8) and (9) of the Act require assessing programs' affordability and alignment with customers' best interests. The Board previously discussed affordability in 'Re EfficiencyOne' (2015 NSUARB 204), emphasizing balancing short-term rate impacts with long-term costs.
Q. ARE THERE OTHER ASPECTS OF AFFORDIBILITY THAT SHOULD BE CONSIDERED? A. Yes. One of the most important aspects of affordability is the effect of DSM investments on classes of customers who are most acutely affected by changes in energy c...
AI summary Affordability considerations include impacts on low-income, tenant, and First Nations customers, as well as equity in DSM program benefits. Legal discretion under PUA sections 79L(8)-(9) allows the Board to weigh affordability and customer interests. DSM programs may disproportionately benefit participants, necessitating design adjustments to address participation barriers.
4.5.2 Reallocation of Investment in Measures Failing the Total Resource Cost Test [116] E1 only conducts cost effectiveness testing for the Settlement Plan at the program level. Nonetheless, it has also provided measure-level TRC and PAC r...
AI summary E1's DSM plan includes measures failing the TRC test, accounting for 21% of 2023 energy savings. Mr. Athas argues these should be reallocated to more cost-effective BNI sector programs. E1 defends program-level TRC screening as industry best practice, citing Matter M03669. The Industrial Group criticizes the shift from original TRC principles, noting E1's lack of specific justification for non-cost-effective measures.
[122] The E1 response referenced by the Industrial Group stated: There are several reasons why a measure might be included despite having a TRC ratio less than one. Given that many of the reasons are global across all measures, E1 has prov...
AI summary E1 argues that measures with TRC ratios below 1 can still be justified due to understated avoided costs, non-energy benefits, bundling with higher TRC measures, and program-level cost-effectiveness screening. The Industrial Group recommends individual measure justification for TRC failures, while E1 emphasizes program-level screening and customer experience benefits.
4.5.2.1 Findings [125] As discussed already in this decision, the Board is satisfied with the balance achieved by E1 in its proposed Settlement Plan and finds it reasonable and in the best interests of NS Power's customers. [126] In Matter...
AI summary The Board approves E1's Settlement Plan, finding it reasonable for NS Power customers. It supports TRC testing at the program level over measure level, allowing E1 to consider future market developments and deliver equitable DSM services. While agreeing with E1 on strategic benefits of some measures, the Board requires specific justification for TRC-failing measures in future applications.
if its third-party evaluator determines that a customer would have implemented the measure without the incentive. As such, E1 said it is focused on limiting incentives to the lowest amount necessary. [136] The Industrial Group's closing su...
AI summary The document discusses a dispute over incentive levels in DSM programs. The Industrial Group argues incentives should be minimal and use payback analysis, while E1 defends its methodology, emphasizing contextual factors and statutory responsibilities. E1 claims restricting its flexibility undermines its role as DSM Administrator.
4.5.3.1 Findings [139] As discussed already in this decision, the Board does not consider that requiring E1 to justify and explain the choices it has made and to demonstrate how they comply with the statutory requirements encroaches upon E...
AI summary The Board accepts E1's incentive methodology for its DSM Resource Plan but requires transparency on payback periods and factors influencing incentive levels. It agrees with the Industrial Group that measure-level payback data should be included in future applications. The Board allows ET to adjust incentives during implementation but mandates quarterly reporting of adjustments exceeding 10% with explanations.
the new construction market. In 2022, E1 will be redesigning a market transformation program and that will be launched in 2023, overlapping the wind up of the New Home construction program component. In the 2023-2025 Plan years, E1 will pl...
AI summary E1 is transitioning from a traditional resources acquisition approach to a market transformation strategy for new residential construction, emphasizing education, code compliance, and industry capacity building. The CA intervenor opposed phasing out the New Home Construction Program, specifically for building shell measures.
- [172] The Board summarizes the three recommendations made by the MEUs in their evidence: - The Board should direct E1 to consider and provide supplementary information regarding programs targeted to MEU Wholesale Market participants in a...
AI summary MEUs propose three changes to DSM Plans, including flexibility for E1 and direct DSM cost payments. NS Power and E1 oppose changes due to legislative constraints, citing the PUA. MEUs agree the third recommendation is outside this proceeding's scope and will address it during the GRA.
5.0 APPROVAL OF SUPPLY AGREEMENT [188] E1 asked the Board to approve the form of Supply Agreement with NS Power attached as Appendix F to the application. E1 said the operating terms and conditions of the Agreement are substantially consis...
AI summary E1 requested the Board's approval for a Supply Agreement with NS Power, aligning with past DSM Plans. No objections were raised, and NS Power confirmed the agreement's similarity to prior ones. The Board conditionally approved the agreement pending compliance filing review, citing alignment with PUA section 79J.
6.0 STANDARDIZED FILING FRAMEWORK [191] As noted earlier in this decision, it appeared to the Board that there was some question over the application of the Framework, particularly around the factors for achieving a balanced DSM portfolio....
AI summary The Board approves additional Performance Targets beyond the existing Framework and encourages the DSMAG to consider updates due to evolving DSM programming in Nova Scotia. It highlights the need for early consensus discussions ahead of the next three-year DSM plan and references legislative goals under the Environmental Goals and Climate Change Reduction Act and Public Utilities Act.
86763Closing Submission - E1
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EfficiencyOne IN THE MATTER OF The Public Utilities Act, R.S.N.S. 1989, c.380, as amended. - and - IN THE MATTER OF An Application by EfficiencyOne for Approval of the 2023-2025 Supply Agreement for Electricity Efficiency and Conservation...
AI summary EfficiencyOne seeks approval for a 2023-2025 supply agreement with Nova Scotia Power Inc. and a Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan under the Public Utilities Act. The application involves establishing a final agreement and approving the DSM plan as part of regulatory proceedings.
1 1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY - 2 On March 11, 2022, EfficiencyOne ("E1") filed its Application for approval of its 2023-2025 Demand Side - 3 Management Resource Plan ("DSM Plan") and Supply Agreement with Nova Scotia Power Incorporated - 4 ("NS...
AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) filed a 2023-2025 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan with NS Power, supported by stakeholders. The plan, developed through extensive engagement, achieved consensus on energy savings and investment levels. The NSUARB approved a paper process, with evidence submissions and rebuttals filed by parties. The plan aims to deliver affordable, equitable DSM services aligned with climate goals.
4 4. A BALANCED PLAN THAT IS AFFORDABLE AND IN THE BEST INTEREST OF 5 RATEPAYERS 6 E1 was granted the franchise to supply energy efficiency services to NS Power on January 1, 2015, pursuant 7 to Section 79C of the Public Utilities Act . E1...
AI summary E1, as Nova Scotia's DSM Administrator, has been providing energy efficiency services to NS Power since 2015. The Settlement Plan outlines a three-year program with significant energy savings and investment. The Public Utilities Act mandates that energy efficiency activities be cost-effective, affordable, and in the best interest of customers.
6. UNDERSERVED MARKETS AND DIVERSE COMMUNITIES A key focus of the 2023-2025 DSM Plan was directed at alleviating longstanding DSM inequities and barriers for low-income, diverse, and underserved groups. As a guiding principle of the 2023-2...
AI summary The 2023-2025 DSM Plan by E1 focuses on addressing inequities for low-income and underserved communities through equitable, inclusive programs. E1 aims to remove barriers aligned with the Public Utilities Act, with a 177% investment growth commitment. Stakeholders support the proposed funding level for these initiatives.
7. DEMAND RESPONSE It is anticipated that demand response will become a key resource in Nova Scotia over the long-run, thereby empowering the utility to shift load when needed most. As a new portfolio item, E1 purposefully engaged the expe...
AI summary Demand response is anticipated to be a key resource in Nova Scotia, with E1 collaborating with NS Power and Guidehouse on a DR program. E1's statutory role under the Public Utilities Act is emphasized despite concerns from the Industrial Group. Existing pilot programs and joint working groups are highlighted as foundational to the DR initiative.
87301Board Decision
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IN THE MATTER OF THE PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT - and - IN THE MATTER OF AN APPLICATION by EFFICIENCYONE (E1) for Approval of a Supply Agreement for Electricity Efficiency and Conservation Activities between E1 and Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Pow...
AI summary The document outlines a regulatory proceeding under the Public Utilities Act regarding EfficiencyOne's (E1) application to approve a supply agreement with Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) for electricity efficiency activities, establish a final agreement, and approve a 2023-2025 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan. Multiple parties, including the Consumer Advocate and Small Business Advocate, are involved.
- [1] EfficiencyOne (E1) was granted a franchise under the Public Utilities Act, R.S.N.S. 1989, c. 380 (Act) to provide "electricity efficiency and conservation activities" to Nova Scotia Power Incorporated (NS Power). In addition to the e...
AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) was granted a franchise under the Public Utilities Act to provide electricity efficiency and conservation activities to NS Power. A supply agreement between E1 and NS Power must be approved by the Board for a three-year term, and E1 applied for approval of a supply agreement covering 2023-2025, described in the 'Settlement Plan'.
is a fundamental consideration for the approval of electricity efficiency and conservation activities, but there are other considerations. [101] Subsections 79L(8) and (9) identify further criteria: - (8) The Board shall approve an agreeme...
AI summary The Board must approve electricity efficiency programs based on subsections 79L(8) and (9) of the Act, ensuring they serve customers' best interests and meet affordability criteria. Affordability, though undefined in the Act, has been historically considered in rate impact analyses and long-term cost evaluations, as highlighted in the Re EfficiencyOne case.
Q. ARE THERE OTHER ASPECTS OF AFFORDIBILITY THAT SHOULD BE CONSIDERED? A. Yes. One of the most important aspects of affordability is the effect of DSM investments on classes of customers who are most acutely affected by changes in energy c...
AI summary Affordability considerations include the impact of DSM on vulnerable customers (low-income, tenants, First Nations). The Board's discretion under PUA allows evaluating factors like bill disparities between DSM participants and non-participants, emphasizing equitable access and long-term cost efficiency.
4.5.2 Reallocation of Investment in Measures Failing the Total Resource Cost Test [116] E1 only conducts cost effectiveness testing for the Settlement Plan at the program level. Nonetheless, it has also provided measure-level TRC and PAC r...
AI summary E1's DSM plan includes measures failing the TRC test, with 25.4 GWh of savings (21% of total) from such measures. Mr. Athas argues these should be reallocated to more cost-effective BNI sector programs. E1 defends program-level TRC screening as industry best practice, citing Board Order M03669. The Industrial Group claims E1's approach deviates from original DSM principles, allowing non-cost-effective measures without specific justification.
[122] The E1 response referenced by the Industrial Group stated: There are several reasons why a measure might be included despite having a TRC ratio less than one. Given that many of the reasons are global across all measures, E1 has prov...
AI summary E1 argues that measures with TRC ratios below 1 may still be justified due to understated avoided costs, non-energy benefits, low-income targeting, market presence, and bundling with higher TRC measures. It emphasizes program-level cost-effectiveness screening and customer experience. The Industrial Group recommends individual measure justification for TRC failures.
if its third-party evaluator determines that a customer would have implemented the measure without the incentive. As such, E1 said it is focused on limiting incentives to the lowest amount necessary. [136] The Industrial Group's closing su...
AI summary E1 argues incentives should be limited to the lowest necessary amount, while the Industrial Group advocates for payback analysis to adjust incentives based on three-year payback periods. E1 counters that restricting measure selection based on payback alone undermines its statutory DSM plan design responsibilities.
4.5.3.1 Findings [139] As discussed already in this decision, the Board does not consider that requiring E1 to justify and explain the choices it has made and to demonstrate how they comply with the statutory requirements encroaches upon E...
AI summary The Board accepts E1's incentive methodology for its DSM Resource Plan but requires more detailed payback information for measures with payback periods of three years or less. It also mandates reporting of incentive adjustments exceeding 10% in quarterly reports. The Industrial Group supported the need for measure-level payback transparency, while the Board emphasized flexibility for E1 to adjust incentives during plan implementation.
4.6 Demand Response [142] In its application, E1 stated: For the first time, E1 is proposing targeted Demand Response activities under its Settlement Plan. These DR activities are intended to facilitate direct electricity customer response...
AI summary E1 proposes targeted Demand Response (DR) activities in its Settlement Plan, aiming for 17.9 MW reduction over three years. The Board directs this target to be a performance target, not an indicator, requiring quarterly reporting. NS Power supports DR programs but emphasizes rate design as its responsibility. Past initiatives like the Klondike pilot are noted, with E1's role as DSM franchise holder acknowledged.
4.8 New Home Construction Program [157] The New Home Construction (NHC) program was adopted in 2011. The program has provided "support, education, and incentives to the building industry" in the province. While E1 states in its application...
AI summary The New Home Construction (NHC) program, adopted in 2011, is proposed for termination by E1 due to reduced savings from heat pump adoption, increasing costs beyond DSM budget limits. E1 plans to replace it with a market transformation program under Enabling Strategies to align with net-zero climate goals by 2050.
- [172] The Board summarizes the three recommendations made by the MEUs in their evidence: - The Board should direct E1 to consider and provide supplementary information regarding programs targeted to MEU Wholesale Market participants in a...
AI summary MEUs requested the Board to direct E1 to address MEU Wholesale Market participants in DSM Plans, allow program flexibility, and permit direct DSM cost payments. NS Power and E1 opposed changes to the current legislative framework, citing the PUA, and emphasized the need for a separate proceeding. MEUs acknowledged collaboration willingness but noted the third recommendation will be addressed in the GRA.
5.0 APPROVAL OF SUPPLY AGREEMENT [188] E1 asked the Board to approve the form of Supply Agreement with NS Power attached as Appendix F to the application. E1 said the operating terms and conditions of the Agreement are substantially consis...
AI summary E1 requested approval of a Supply Agreement with NS Power, similar to prior agreements under DSM Plans. No objections were raised, and NS Power confirmed the form's consistency with past agreements. The Board approved the agreement in principle, pending compliance filing, citing compliance with s. 79J and 79L of the Public Utilities Act.
6.0 STANDARDIZED FILING FRAMEWORK [191] As noted earlier in this decision, it appeared to the Board that there was some question over the application of the Framework, particularly around the factors for achieving a balanced DSM portfolio....
AI summary The Board notes concerns about the application of the Standardized Filing Framework, particularly regarding DSM portfolio balance. It approved additional Performance Targets and encourages DSMAG to reconsider the Framework due to developments in Nova Scotia's DSM programming over six years. The Board references legislative goals under the Environmental Goals and Climate Change Reduction Act and the Public Utilities Act, which may influence future energy efficiency targets.
[197] E1 is directed as follows: - (a) to provide detailed plans and processes for each of its research initiatives prior to proceeding with significant expenditures, to be documented and fully discussed with members of the DSM Advisory Gr...
AI summary E1 must comply with multiple directives, including updating DSM plans, revising TRC/PAC calculations, and providing detailed cost-effectiveness justifications. It must collaborate with NS Power and the DSM Advisory Group, submit compliance filings by September 20, 2022, and report on demand response progress. An order will be issued pending compliance.