E-1Consensus Agreement
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4) RATE AND BILL IMPACT ANALYSIS - a) The Parties agree that the enhancements to EfficiencyOne's Rate and Bill Impact Analysis model, as described in Appendix 2, fulfill the UARB requirement to include the lost contribution to fixed costs....
AI summary Parties agree on enhancements to EfficiencyOne's Rate and Bill Impact Analysis model, including lost fixed cost contributions. EfficiencyOne provides long-term DSM effects, while NS Power offers short-term annual impacts. The DSM Advisory Group will assist in developing assumptions for future DSM plans, ensuring common assumptions where feasible.
Table 1: DSM RESOURCE PLAN TEMPLATE ITEM DESCRIPTION 3.1 Various Scenarios 4. PROPOSED DSM RESOURCE PLAN FOR THE UPCOMING PERIOD Based on the UARB's October 7, 2015 Order, EfficiencyOne will "provide one or more alternate scenarios of DSM...
AI summary The document outlines the requirements for the Proposed DSM Resource Plan, based on the UARB's October 7, 2015 Order, which mandates EfficiencyOne to provide alternate DSM budget scenarios and NSPI to conduct rate impact analysis on those scenarios, including various portfolio-level metrics.
3.1 BALANCED PLAN APPROACH EfficiencyOne will produce DSM Resource Plans that balance multiple objectives of DSM, including: - Maximize short-term and long-term energy and capacity avoidance; - Minimize program administration costs; - Maxi...
AI summary EfficiencyOne will develop DSM Resource Plans balancing objectives such as maximizing energy and capacity avoidance, minimizing costs, enhancing non-electric benefits, ensuring program diversity, preserving business relationships, and promoting broad program access across market sectors and rate classes.
Performance Indicators consist of: 5 - i. Annual incremental energy savings (reported by program and rate class); - ii. Cumulative annual energy savings (reported by program and rate class); - iii. Lifetime savings (reported by program and...
AI summary The document outlines ten performance indicators for evaluating program effectiveness, including energy and peak demand savings, ratepayer benefits, spending, customer satisfaction, rate impact analysis, and low-income program metrics. Reporting requirements include annual and cumulative data, geographic census-based estimates, and annual filings by EfficiencyOne.
3.4.1 LOW INCOME CONSIDERATIONS
AI summary The section addresses low-income considerations within the regulatory proceeding, focusing on how utility policies and programs may impact low-income households. Key entities involved include Nova Scotia Power (NSP), the Utility and Regulatory Board (UARB), and Demand Side Management (DSM) initiatives.
5.7 RATE AND BILL IMPACT ANALYSIS ENS will file its historical Rate and Bill Impact Analysis (RBIA) by October 31st of each year. 10 The historical RBIA estimates the high-level, long-term impact to rates and bills of all DSM activities up...
AI summary ENS is required to file historical and forward-looking Rate and Bill Impact Analyses (RBIA) annually and as part of DSM Resource Plans, respectively. Historical RBIA covers DSM activities up to the previous year, while forward-looking RBIA estimates future rate and bill impacts of proposed DSM initiatives.
10 Supra , note 2. APPENDIX 2 - ENHANCEMENTS TO EFFICIENCYONE'S RATE AND BILL IMPACT ANALYSIS MODEL
AI summary The text references a footnote and includes an appendix title related to enhancements to EfficiencyOne's rate and bill impact analysis model. It also contains a placeholder for an image, but no substantive content or discussion is provided in the chunk.
Rate and Bill Impact Model Revisions Based on the comments of the stakeholders and the discussion at the Stakeholder session on May 25, Elenchus proposes to make the following enhancements to the rate and bill impact model.
AI summary Elenchus proposes revisions to the rate and bill impact model following stakeholder feedback and a May 25 session. The changes aim to improve the model's accuracy and transparency in reflecting rate and bill impacts.
3) PERFORMAN CE TARG ETS , 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)...
AI summary Parties agree to three-year performance targets for cumulative energy and peak demand savings, with 90% compliance required to avoid regulatory action. Indicators include annual savings, lifetime benefits, and customer satisfaction. EfficiencyOne must report by program and rate class, with specific rate impact analyses and low-income participation metrics.
5) EVALUATION AND REPORTlNG - 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 and impact reporting. EfficiencyOne will provide performance reports, explain substantial changes (≥25% variance), avoid rate-class impacts via cost allocation, and notify mid-course adjustments. Reporting timelines and contents are subject to Board revisions.
6) RATE AND BILL IMPACT ANALYSIS - a) As with prior filings of its rate and bill impact analysis, EfficiencyOne agrees to develop, in consultation with the DSM Advisory Group, assumptions to its rate and bill impact analysis. This will inc...
AI summary EfficiencyOne agrees to collaborate with the DSM Advisory Group to develop rate and bill impact analysis assumptions, including fixed cost contributions, and to submit historical analyses annually by October 31. These commitments aim to enhance transparency and consistency in future filings.
Filing has historically triggered a regulatory process. Year Report/ Process Filing Timeframe Inclusions Historical- looking rate and bill impact analysis End of October • Results by rate class in graphical form • Overview and description...
AI summary The text outlines historical regulatory processes triggered by filings, including the submission of rate and bill impact analyses, annual progress reports, and evaluation reports. These filings include graphical results, commentary, and status updates on performance indicators.
E-2Revised Consensus Agreement
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THE PARTIES HERETO AGREE AS FOLLOWS: - 1. Subject to Item 2 below, The Parties agree that the items enumerated in paragraphs 5-8 below are in response to the Order of the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board. - 2. The Parties agree that ag...
AI summary Parties agree to a standardized filing process for DSM supply agreements, subject to the Small Business Energy Study's findings. They reserve rights to challenge DSM measures and amend the agreement based on the study. The agreement is governed by the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board's order.
8. RATE AND BILL IMPACT ANALYSIS - a) Subject to review of the actual Rate and Bill Impact Analysis model, the Parties agree with the proposed enhancements described generally in Appendix 2, including the lost contribution to fixed cost. -...
AI summary The Parties agree on enhancements to the Rate and Bill Impact Analysis model, including the inclusion of lost contribution to fixed cost. EfficiencyOne and NS Power will provide different analyses (long-term and short-term effects of DSM), with the DSM Advisory Group assisting in defining key terms and assumptions. Both models will be presented to the UARB and Intervenors.
Standardized Filing Framework ITEM DESCRIPTION 6. ADDITIONAL ITEMS 6.1 Rate and Bill Impact Analysis This will consist of a detailed description of the forward-looking rate and bill impact analysis of the proposed plan.7 This will include...
AI summary The Standardized Filing Framework outlines requirements for EfficiencyOne's regulatory submission, including a detailed rate and bill impact analysis (excluding Unmetered customers) and additional items like cost allocation. The conclusion summarizes the approval sought for these items.
4.3.1 BALANCED PLAN APPROACH EfficiencyOne will produce DSM Resource Plans that balance multiple aspects of DSM for the benefit of customers, including: - Short-term and long-term energy and capacity avoidance; - Program delivery costs; -...
AI summary EfficiencyOne will develop DSM Resource Plans balancing energy and capacity avoidance, program costs, non-electric benefits, market diversity, accessibility, and rate impacts to optimize customer outcomes. The approach emphasizes equitable access, long-term planning, and minimizing investment needs through comprehensive DSM strategies.
Performance Indicators consist of:[12](#page-23-1) - i. Annual incremental energy savings (reported by program and rate class); - ii. Cumulative annual energy savings (reported by program and rate class); - iii. Lifetime savings (reported...
AI summary The document outlines performance indicators for demand-side management (DSM) programs, including energy and peak demand savings, ratepayer benefits, customer satisfaction, and low-income program reporting. EfficiencyOne is required to submit annual rate impact analyses by October 31, with data aggregated by program and rate class.
NS Power Shareholder Charitable Contribution NS Power shareholders have indicated that they will provide up to $37 million dollars over ten years (2015-2024) to upgrade all electrically-heated homes owned by low-income Nova Scotians. In th...
AI summary NS Power shareholders will contribute up to $37 million over ten years (2015-2024) to upgrade electrically-heated homes for low-income Nova Scotians. EfficiencyOne will avoid using DSM funds for such upgrades if shareholder funding is already allocated, aiming to minimize rate impacts.
4.5.7 RATE AND BILL IMPACT ANALYSIS ENS will file its historical Rate and Bill Impact Analysis (RBIA) by October 31st of each year.[17](#page-27-2) The historical RBIA estimates the high-level, long-term impact to rates and bills of all DS...
AI summary ENS is required to submit historical and forward-looking Rate and Bill Impact Analyses (RBIA) annually and as part of each DSM Resource Plan, respectively, to estimate the long-term impacts on rates and bills from DSM activities.
17 Supra , note 2. APPENDIX 2 - ENHANCEMENTS TO EFFICIENCYONE'S RATE AND BILL IMPACT ANALYSIS MODEL
AI summary The text references an appendix titled 'Enhancements to EfficiencyOne's Rate and Bill Impact Analysis Model,' which is part of a regulatory proceeding document. It includes a table and a placeholder image, suggesting the analysis of rate and bill impacts related to energy efficiency programs.
1. Changes to Avoided Costs The model will be modified to calculate the levelized system avoided costs in two parts. The current $/MWh avoided cost will be replaced with an avoided energy related costs ($/MWh) and an avoided demand related...
AI summary The model for calculating avoided costs will be updated to include both energy-related and demand-related costs. NS Power will need to provide specific values for generation, transmission, distribution capacity, and fuel costs.
1) EST ABLI SHM ENT OF A STANDARDIZE D FILING FOR FUTU RE APPLICATIONS T O A PPROV E A DSM SUPPLY A GREEMENT - a) The Parties agree to the establishment of a standardized filing for future applications, the substance of which will be vette...
AI summary Parties agree to establish a standardized filing process for future DSM supply agreements, vetted by the DSM Advisory Group. The filing includes program descriptions, energy savings data, cost-effectiveness analysis, and rate impact details. EfficiencyOne may add relevant information and provide technical data.
3) PERFORMAN CE TARG ETS , 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)...
AI summary Parties agree to three-year performance targets for EfficiencyOne, requiring 90% achievement on cumulative energy and peak demand savings. Non-compliance triggers regulatory review. Indicators include annual savings, lifetime benefits, and customer satisfaction, with reporting by program and rate class. Historical rate impact analysis and low-income participation metrics are required.
6) RATE AND BILL IMPACT ANALYSIS - a) As with prior filings of its rate and bill impact analysis, EfficiencyOne agrees to develop, in consultation with the DSM Advisory Group, assumptions to its rate and bill impact analysis. This will inc...
AI summary EfficiencyOne agrees to collaborate with the DSM Advisory Group on developing rate and bill impact analysis, including fixed cost contributions, and to submit historical analyses annually by October 31.
"Schedule 1"
AI summary Schedule 1 of a Nova Scotia regulatory proceeding document outlines key acronyms and entities involved in demand-side management and utility regulation. It references programs, criteria, and boards central to energy planning and ratepayer oversight.
Filing has historically triggered a regulatory process. Year Report/ Process Filing Timeframe Inclusions 2016 Q2 Report July/Aug See 2015 Q2 report for details plus advance notice of Significant Changes if relevant. Historical- looking rat...
AI summary The document outlines the historical regulatory process triggered by filings, including specific reports and processes such as rate and bill impact analysis, quarterly reports, and meetings with the DSMAG. It provides details on filing timeframes and required inclusions for each report.
E-3Executed Consensus Agreement
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THE PARTIES HERETO AGREE AS FOLLOWS: - 1. Subject to Item 2 below, The Parties agree that the items enumerated in paragraphs 5-8 below are in response to the Order of the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board. - 2. The Parties agree that ag...
AI summary Parties agree to standardized DSM filing frameworks in response to the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board's order, while reserving rights related to the pending Small Business Energy Study. They retain the right to challenge specific DSM measures and may amend agreements based on study findings, with disputes to be litigated if unresolved.
8. RATE AND BILL IMPACT ANALYSIS - a) Subject to review of the actual Rate and Bill Impact Analysis model, the Parties agree with the proposed enhancements described generally in Appendix 2, including the lost contribution to fixed cost. -...
AI summary The Parties agree on enhancements to the Rate and Bill Impact Analysis model, including the inclusion of lost contribution to fixed cost. They also agree on the collaboration between EfficiencyOne and NS Power in defining assumptions for DSM analyses, ensuring consistency and alignment with the DSM Advisory Group and future filings.
Table 1: STANDARDIZED FILING FRAMEWORK ITEM DESCRIPTION 1. INTRODUCTION A brief introduction to the DSM filing and a brief overview of any agreements reached between EfficiencyOne and NSPI. All agreements between EfficiencyOne and NSPI wil...
AI summary The document outlines the standardized filing framework for the DSM (Demand Side Management) plan, including an introduction, background, and a summary of previous DSM expenditures and energy savings results. It also discusses the results of each program in the most recently completed DSM Resource Plan.
Standardized Filing Framework ITEM DESCRIPTION 6. ADDITIONAL ITEMS 6.1 Rate and Bill Impact Analysis This will consist of a detailed description of the forward-looking rate and bill impact analysis of the proposed plan.7 This will include...
AI summary The document outlines requirements for the standardized filing framework, including a detailed rate and bill impact analysis by rate classes (excluding Unmetered customers) and other items like cost allocation and HST updates. EfficiencyOne seeks approval for these items.
4.3.1 BALANCED PLAN APPROACH EfficiencyOne will produce DSM Resource Plans that balance multiple aspects of DSM for the benefit of customers, including: - Short-term and long-term energy and capacity avoidance; - Program delivery costs; -...
AI summary EfficiencyOne will develop DSM Resource Plans balancing energy avoidance, program costs, avoided investments, non-electric benefits, program diversity, market access, and rate impacts to benefit customers.
Other Low Income Programming In accordance with Section 4.3.1, the Balanced Plan Approach, EfficiencyOne will design and deliver programs and services that benefit low-income Nova Scotians not affected by the NS Power charitable donation.
AI summary EfficiencyOne is required under Section 4.3.1 of the Balanced Plan Approach to design and deliver low-income programs for Nova Scotians not covered by NS Power's charitable donations.
4.3.5 ENABLING STRATEGIES Specific Enabling Strategies activities requiring an annual investment of $100,000 or more that benefit a specific rate class or classes will have the participant benefit portion (75%) of their investment allocate...
AI summary The document outlines allocation rules for Enabling Strategies investments, distinguishing between investments over and under $100,000 and their distribution to specific or all rate classes. The system benefit portion is allocated based on energy and demand requirements. Expenditures are categorized into Education and Outreach, Development and Research, and Other Enabling Strategies. The rules are referenced in NSUARB Decision Letter M07151.
4.5.7 RATE AND BILL IMPACT ANALYSIS ENS will file its historical Rate and Bill Impact Analysis (RBIA) by October 31st of each year.[17](#page-27-2) The historical RBIA estimates the high-level, long-term impact to rates and bills of all DS...
AI summary ENS will file historical Rate and Bill Impact Analysis (RBIA) reports annually by October 31st, covering DSM activities up to the previous year. Forward-looking RBIA reports will also be submitted with each DSM Resource Plan to estimate long-term rate and bill impacts of proposed DSM initiatives.
20 July 2016 16 17 Supra , note 2. APPENDIX 2 - ENHANCEMENTS TO EFFICIENCYONE'S RATE AND BILL IMPACT ANALYSIS MODEL
AI summary The text refers to an appendix titled 'Enhancements to EfficiencyOne's Rate and Bill Impact Analysis Model' and includes a reference to a previous note. No detailed discussion or analysis is provided in the text.
1. Changes to Avoided Costs The model will be modified to calculate the levelized system avoided costs in two parts. The current $/MWh avoided cost will be replaced with an avoided energy related costs ($/MWh) and an avoided demand related...
AI summary The model for calculating levelized system avoided costs will be revised to include separate components for energy and demand-related costs. NS Power will need to provide specific values for generation, transmission, distribution capacity, and fuel costs.
2. Addition of Lost Revenue A worksheet will be added to calculate lost revenue for each rate class. All lost revenue will be tracked on one worksheet per rate class and aggregated at the system level. 3. Attribution of savings to rate cla...
AI summary The document outlines the addition of a worksheet to calculate lost revenue per rate class, with system-level aggregation. Savings from avoided costs and lost revenue adjustments will be apportioned to rate classes based on their share of system rate revenue. Elenchus Research Associates Inc. is involved in the analysis.
1) EST ABLI SHM ENT OF A STANDARDIZE D FILING FOR FUTU RE APPLICATIONS T O A PPROV E A DSM SUPPLY A GREEMENT - a) The Parties agree to the establishment of a standardized filing for future applications, the substance of which will be vette...
AI summary Parties agree to establish a standardized filing for future DSM supply agreement applications, including program descriptions, energy savings data, cost-effectiveness analysis, and rate impact details. The template will be reviewed by the DSM Advisory Group, with EfficiencyOne allowed to add relevant information.
3) PERFORMAN CE TARG ETS , 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)...
AI summary Parties agree on three-year performance targets and indicators for EfficiencyOne, including cumulative energy and peak demand savings. Compliance requires 90% achievement on two targets; otherwise, a regulatory process is triggered. Metrics include annual savings, customer satisfaction, and rate impact analysis.
5) EVALUATION AND REPORTlNG - 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 and reporting, including impact and process assessments. EfficiencyOne will provide performance reports, explain substantial changes, and adhere to reporting timelines outlined in Schedule 1. Mid-course adjustments require advance notice, except those based on third-party evaluations.
6) RATE AND BILL IMPACT ANALYSIS - a) As with prior filings of its rate and bill impact analysis, EfficiencyOne agrees to develop, in consultation with the DSM Advisory Group, assumptions to its rate and bill impact analysis. This will inc...
AI summary EfficiencyOne agrees to collaborate with the DSM Advisory Group to develop rate and bill impact analysis assumptions, including fixed cost contributions, and to file historical analyses annually by October 31. These commitments aim to ensure transparency and consistency in future filings.
Filing has historically triggered a regulatory process. Year Report/ Process Filing Timeframe Inclusions 2015 2015 Q2 Report July/Aug • Quarterly and YTD Highlights: Comparison of targets, mid-course adjustments, and results (by program) 0...
AI summary The document outlines the historical regulatory process triggered by filings, including quarterly and YTD reports, sector highlights, and meetings with the Demand Side Management Advisory Group (DSMAG). These filings provide updates on program performance, investments, and significant changes.
66476Letter from E1 enclosing Consensus Agreement
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James R. Gogan Direct Dial: (902) 563-5920 E-Mail: [email protected] File No. 41736-18 June 30, 2016 Nova Scotia Utility & Review Board PO Box 1692, Unit "M" Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 3S3 Attention: Doreen Friis, Regulatory Affairs Off...
AI summary EfficiencyOne's 2016-2018 DSM Plan application led to a Consensus Agreement deferring issues like standardized filings, rate/bill impact analysis, and cost-effectiveness testing to the DSM Advisory Group. The Board required unresolved matters to be returned by June 30, 2016. The Quantum Agreement included non-controversial provisions on DSM expenditure criteria and cost-effectiveness screening.
June 30, 2016 Consensus Agreement In the course of discussion with respect to these deferred issues, EfficiencyOne, through the DSMAG met with stakeholders on seven (7) separate occasions, one of which included a technical symposium. In ad...
AI summary EfficiencyOne reached broad consensus with stakeholders on deferred issues through discussions and a Consensus Agreement supported by multiple organizations. The agreement focuses on Standardized Filing and Rate & Bill Impact Analysis, with final comments pending from remaining stakeholders.
Standardized Filing With respect to the Standardized Filing, EfficiencyOne has developed a standardized template which includes standard DSM information items as well as one or more alternate scenarios of DSM savings and budgets. It is Eff...
AI summary EfficiencyOne proposes a standardized DSM Resource Plan Template to ensure consistent DSM Plan submissions to the Board. The Small Business Advocate agrees to incorporate DSM Standards into the template for expenditure justification, pending the outcome of the Small Business Energy Study (due Dec 31, 2016). Parties reserve the right to amend the template based on study findings.
Rate and Bill Impact Analysis Based on stakeholder engagement, enhancements to the Rate & Bill Impact Analysis will address changes to avoided costs, addition of lost revenue and attribution of savings to rate classes. It is EfficiencyOne'...
AI summary Enhancements to the Rate & Bill Impact Analysis include addressing avoided costs, lost revenue, and savings attribution to rate classes. EfficiencyOne asserts these changes meet the Board's requirement to account for lost contribution to fixed costs, with the analysis focusing on long-term DSM impacts.