Topic/Matter Intersection

Topic:"Regulatory Approval Processes" in M11689

Matter: Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSPI) - 2024 Load Forecast Report
36 passages 19 documents

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N-12024 Load Forecast Report + Appendices - Redacted 5 passages
Section 19
0.5 2,623 1.5 2033F 11,605 0.2 2,670 1.8 2034F 11,695 0.8 2,727 2.1 3 DATE: April 30, 2024 Page 9 of 100 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2024 Load Forecast Report REDACTED 1 2.0 INTRODUCTION 2 3 NS Power annually develops a for...

AI summary NS Power's 2024 Load Forecast Report, covering 2024-2034, serves as a planning tool for energy sales and peak demand. The NSUARB initiated a paper hearing in 2023 to review the 2023 Load Forecast Report, with stakeholder input considered for accuracy and adequacy of the forecasting methodology.

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the NSUARB initiated a paper hearing process to review the 2023 Load Forecast 11 Report. 1 The Consumer Advocate (CA), the Small Business Advocate (SBA), the 0F 12 Industrial Group (IG), EfficiencyOne (E1), and Eastward Energy (EE) registe...

AI summary The NSUARB reviewed NS Power’s 2023 Load Forecast Report through a paper hearing, with intervenors including the Consumer Advocate, Small Business Advocate, and EfficiencyOne. Synapse Energy Economics provided analysis. The Board directed NS Power to implement agreed-upon recommendations, including IRP outcomes, carbon emission model reviews, and historical load assessments.

Section 35
f 100 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2024 Load Forecast Report REDACTED 1 4.3 Economic Information 2 3 Economic and other provincial statistics used in the load forecast are from the Conference 4 Board of Canada’s 20-year fore...

AI summary The 2024 Load Forecast Report uses economic data from the Conference Board of Canada's 20-year forecast and the SAE framework to model residential demand, including work-from-home impacts. NSUARB's Decision 9 directed specific considerations for load forecasting.

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s population growth slows from the 13 expected peak in 2023. As noted in its Decision 9, the NSUARB directed that: 8F 14 o Given the continued population growth in Nova Scotia and ongoing housing 15 shortage, re-evaluate the use of housing...

AI summary The NSUARB directed NS Power to re-evaluate housing completions as a demand indicator, considering household demographics. NS Power maintains housing completions remain the best near-term proxy for residential customer growth despite ongoing housing shortages.

Section 102
Industrial 10 39 Large Industrial 5 16 Total 61 246 17 31 The effective date for sales from a retail supplier to a retail customer to commence under s.3C(1) of the Electricity Act has not been set. As such, the licence issued by the NSUARB...

AI summary The effective date for retail electricity sales under section 3C(1) of the Electricity Act has not been set, and the NSUARB license includes conditions preventing sales before this date. If no sales occur by December 31, 2024, the Licensed Retail Supplier must apply to show cause why the license should not be cancelled (M10293).

N-2NSPI (CA) RIR-1 to RIR-9 1 passage
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𝐶𝐶𝐶 = 𝐶𝐶𝐶𝐶𝐶𝐶𝐶𝐶𝐶𝐶𝐶𝐶𝐶𝐶𝐶𝐶𝐶𝐶𝐶𝐶𝐶𝐶 𝐹𝐹𝐹𝐹𝐹𝐹𝐹𝐹𝐹𝐹𝐹𝐹 𝑓𝑓𝑓𝑓𝑓𝑓 𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷 𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆 25 𝑉𝑉𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆 = 𝑁𝑁𝑁𝑁𝑁𝑁𝑁𝑁𝑁𝑁𝑁𝑁𝑁𝑁 𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆𝑆 𝑉𝑉𝑉𝑉𝑉𝑉𝑉𝑉𝑉𝑉𝑉𝑉𝑉𝑉 26 𝐷𝐷𝐹𝐹𝑜𝑜𝑜𝑜𝑜𝑜−𝑝𝑝𝑝𝑝𝑝𝑝𝑝𝑝 = 𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷 𝐹𝐹𝐹𝐹𝐹𝐹𝐹𝐹𝐹𝐹𝐹𝐹 𝑓𝑓𝑓𝑓𝑓𝑓 𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂𝑂 𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃𝑃 𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷𝐷...

AI summary The document is a non-confidential response from Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSPI) to information requests under the 2024 Load Forecast Report (NSUARB M11689), filed on June 19, 2024.

N-5NSPI (SBA) RIR-1 to RIR-10 1 passage
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2024 Load Forecast Report (NSUARB M11689) NSPI Responses to SBA Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-1: 2 3 Please provide workpapers, with formula intact, in Excel format, for all Figures/Charts 4 presented in the load forec...

AI summary NSPI responds to SBA's information requests regarding the 2024 Load Forecast Report, clarifying that SGNS project assets (other than EV charging and batteries) are not direct inputs to the forecast. Workpapers are referred to Synapse IR-01, and SGNS is described as a pilot project for grid control evaluation.

N-6NSPI (Synapse) RIR-1 to RIR-54 - Redacted 4 passages
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2024 LFR Attachments 5-10 Regression breakdowns in Synapse IR-37 Attachment 1, Synapse IR-38 Attachment 1, Appendix B and Synapse IR-39 Attachment 1 Appendix D Synapse IR-45 Attachments 1, 2 and 3 1 Date Filed: June 19, 2024 NSPI (Synapse)...

AI summary The document references filings related to the 2024 Load Forecast Report, including Synapse attachments and responses by NSPI. It mentions NSUARB matter M11689 and electronic submission of non-confidential materials.

Section 114
REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2024 Load Forecast Report (NSUARB M11689) NSPI Responses to Synapse Information Requests NON-CONFIDENTIAL

AI summary The document outlines NSPI's responses to Synapse Energy Economics' information requests regarding the 2024 Load Forecast Report, which was part of the NSUARB M11689 proceeding. The report is non-confidential and provides insights into load forecasting for Nova Scotia.

Section 119
EDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2024 Load Forecast Report Synapse IR-19 Attachment 1 has been filed electronically. REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2024 Load Forecast Report (NSUARB M11689) NSPI Responses to Synapse...

AI summary The 2024 Load Forecast Report (NSUARB M11689) has been filed, along with NSPI's responses to Synapse Information Requests. The report is part of the regulatory process and includes non-confidential information related to load forecasting.

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15.95 2023-02-04 14:00 385.46 15.94 2023-02-04 15:00 363.73 15.41 2023-02-04 16:00 365.88 15.60 Date Filed: June 19, 2024 NSPI (Synapse) IR-33 Page 2 of 5 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2024 Load Forecast Report (NSUARB M11689...

AI summary The document contains a redacted section from NSPI's responses to Synapse Energy Economics' information requests in the context of the 2024 Load Forecast Report (NSUARB M11689). It includes time-stamped data and a reference to the regulatory proceeding.

N-7Evidence of John Wilson, filed on behalf of CA 1 passage
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use natural gas to support peak periods of electric 7 demand, but in combination with other fuels and resources and does not rely on 8 development of expanded pipeline capacity. 9 Q: Has NS Power made meaningful progress on the hybrid peak...

AI summary NS Power has not made meaningful progress on the hybrid peak electrification scenario, despite the Board's emphasis on continuing the Evergreen IRP process without delay. The Board highlighted the need for a multi-stakeholder study, but NS Power has not initiated the required assessment.

N-7-(i)Attachment 1 - CV of John Wilson 4 passages
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John D. Wilson  Grid Strategies, LLC Page 8 systems, review of annually recurring capital projects, use of project contingencies, and cost minimization practices. Nova Scotia UARB Matter No. M09579, direct testimony with Paul Chernick in...

AI summary The text details John D. Wilson's involvement in regulatory proceedings across Nova Scotia, California, and Georgia, focusing on energy projects, load forecasting, and utility programs. Key topics include dam safety remediation, EV charging initiatives, rate cases, and avoided cost reviews, with emphasis on cost reasonableness, program evaluation, and regulatory compliance.

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John D. Wilson  Grid Strategies, LLC Page 9 Critical Peak Pricing programs and Time of Use periods. Modifications to load management programs. Nova Scotia UARB Matter No. M09898, direct testimony on Nova Scotia Power’s Annually Adjusted R...

AI summary The text outlines testimony related to energy pricing programs, regulatory matters, and evaluations. It covers topics like Critical Peak Pricing, Time-Varying Pricing, and load management programs, with references to Nova Scotia UARB matters and other jurisdictional dockets involving rate design, capacity savings, and program evaluation.

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r Advocate. Reasonableness of biomass fuel costs. Shortfall in expected customer benefits from Maritime Link transmission project. Regional joint dispatch. Accounting issues related to coal supplies and wind farm tax credits. Impact of dem...

AI summary The text discusses biomass fuel cost reasonableness, shortfall in benefits from the Maritime Link project, regional dispatch accounting issues, and demand response impacts on fuel costs. It references Nova Scotia UARB Matters M11009 and M11017, along with Kentucky PSC Case 2022-00402, addressing fossil fuel unit retirements and regulatory processes for capital expenditures.

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r Energy Society, and Mountain Association. Demonstration that retirement of units meets statutory standard to overcome rebuttable presumption against retirement. Consideration

AI summary The text references the need to demonstrate that retiring units meets statutory standards to overcome a rebuttable presumption against retirement, involving the r Energy Society and Mountain Association. The discussion centers on regulatory compliance and approval processes related to unit retirement.

N-8Evidence of Synapse (BCC) 4 passages
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Evidence Regarding Nova Scotia Power’s 2024 Load Forecast Evidence RE: M11689 Prepared for the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board July 11, 2024 AUTHORS Ben Havumaki Kenji Takahashi Aidan Glaser Schoff 485 Massachusetts Avenue, Suite 3 Ca...

AI summary This document provides evidence on Nova Scotia Power’s 2024 load forecast, including forecast comparisons, sector and DSM program overviews, and references to Board directives from prior proceedings. It outlines the context for the forecast review and incorporates recommendations from previous evaluations.

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24.7 51% 2033 71.3 43.4 7.7 31.7 28.2 39.6 22.9 51% 2034 69.1 44.0 7.8 30.7 28.6 38.4 23.2 51% Source: Synapse from Figure 35 from 2024 Load Forecast Recommendations and Considerations We ask that NSPI explore the benefits of increasing DS...

AI summary The document references a 2024 load forecast and recommends NSPI increase DSM levels. It also outlines Board directives from Matter 11108, including implementing IRP, AMI, and reviewing carbon emission assumptions.

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ion that NSPI would continue to explore all realistic scenarios relating to hydrogen production and incorporate these into the load forecast modeling. 4 NSUARB Decision in Matter 11108, page 6. Synapse Energy Economics, Inc. Evidence Regar...

AI summary NSPI is directed to explore hydrogen production scenarios for load forecasting and address significant variance between 2023 forecasts and actual 2022 Net System Requirement. The NSUARB Decision in Matter 11108 emphasized examining factors like cooling demand, heat pump adoption, and residential electricity drivers. NSPI's responsiveness to these directives is noted with some exceptions.

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d Forecast 8 2. ENERGY FORECAST In this section, we begin with a review of NSPI’s modeling methodology, and then consider in turn the modeling approaches and results for each of the sectors. 2.1. Major Inputs and Regression Models In addit...

AI summary NSPI's energy forecast relies on economic projections from the Conference Board of Canada (CBoC), but the Board directed NSPI to evaluate alternative inputs. NSPI's 2024 load forecast compares CBoC data with major Canadian banks' forecasts, highlighting uncertainties in long-term projections. Sensitivity analyses are recommended to address these uncertainties.

N-9Rebuttal Evidence - NSPI 4 passages
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Page 4 of 25 2024 Load Forecast Report Rebuttal Evidence Non-Confidential

AI summary The document titled '2024 Load Forecast Report Rebuttal Evidence' is part of a regulatory proceeding involving evidence submitted in response to a load forecast report. It is marked as non-confidential and relates to the Nova Scotia Power System Operator's (NSPSO) processes.

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SM profile was included in the scenarios that 19 demonstrated the lowest cost to customers. 6 Otherwise, development of Demand Side 5F 20 Management (DSM) investment and associated programs are no longer the responsibility of NS 21 Power....

AI summary Bill 228 amendments to the Nova Scotia Public Utilities Act removed the joint DSM application requirement between NS Power and EfficiencyOne (E1), shifting DSM responsibility to E1 with NS Power's advisory role through the DSMAG. E1 is developing DSM programs with stakeholders, pending NSUARB approval.

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ived and 26 lessons learned from the Smart Grid Nova Scotia pilot project (as described in the 27 report issued in M11621) as input to the load forecast models. 41 40F 28 29 NS Power Response: 30 31 As outlined in M11621, the SGNS project...

AI summary The text references the Smart Grid Nova Scotia (SGNS) pilot project, as described in M11621, and its use as input for load forecast models. It also cites an NSUARB decision (M11783) and evidence from the Small Business Advocate (M11689) related to load forecasting.

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Page 24 of 25 2024 Load Forecast Report Rebuttal Evidence Non-Confidential 1 3.0 CONCLUSION 2 3 Submission of the Load Forecast Report is an annual requirement under the provisions of the Nova 4 Scotia Wholesale and Renewable to Retail Mar...

AI summary NS Power submits its 2024 Load Forecast Report as part of an annual requirement under Nova Scotia Wholesale and Renewable to Retail Market Rules. The report has been refined over the years with input from Synapse and other parties. NS Power acknowledges feedback and will incorporate adjustments in future reports, subject to the NSUARB's determination.

94028Hearing Order 1 passage
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to this matter, including Rule 7(3) with respect to filing by 2:00 p.m. on any date a document is due. DATED at Halifax, Nova Scotia, this 6th day of May 2024. _ Clerk of the Board Document: 312887

AI summary The text references Rule 7(3) regarding filing deadlines for documents by 2:00 p.m. on due dates, signed by the Clerk of the Board. It includes a document number (312887) and a date (May 6, 2024).

95688Board Decision Letter 2 passages
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October 22, 2024 [email protected] Mark Peachey, LL.B. Manager, Regulatory System Planning & innovation Nova Scotia Power Inc. PO Box 910 Halifax, NS B3J 3S8 Dear Mr. Peachey: M11689 – Nova Scotia Power Inc. - 2024 Load Forecast Repo...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. submitted its 2024 Load Forecast Report, outlining energy and peak demand projections for 2024–2034. The Board initiated a paper hearing process, with interventions from the Industrial Group, EfficiencyOne, and others. Synapse Energy Economics reviewed the filing, and evidence submissions were exchanged. NS Power used Statistically Adjusted End-Use (SAE) models for forecasting.

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rgely the same but is now enhanced by AMI load factors. The Board considers the addition of AMI as an improvement to the model and directs NS Power to continue to add AMI data into the forecast model. NS Power applied E3’s scenario for hyb...

AI summary NS Power updated load forecasts using AMI data and hybrid electrification scenarios, aligning with its 2023 Electrification Strategy. The Board endorsed incorporating SGNS and TVP Pilot findings to enhance forecast accuracy. EV adoption estimates were revised to reflect Nova Scotia's lagging sales, with a low scenario adjusted for federal 2035 targets.

93959Confidential Undertaking 1 passage
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greater certainty, no Designated Confidential Information shall be provided to the clients of the Designated Recipient, to other Intervenors or to employees, officers or members of Intervenors. 6. Where a reference to Designated Confidenti...

AI summary The document outlines procedures for handling Designated Confidential Information in regulatory proceedings, restricting its disclosure to specific parties and requiring non-confidential references in filings. It mandates confidential filing of such information, allows in camera hearings if requested by NS Power, and specifies that confidential records remain sealed during appeals.

94028Hearing Order 1 passage
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HEARING ORDER M11689 NOVA SCOTIA UTILITY AND REVIEW BOARD IN THE MATTER OF the PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT -and- IN THE MATTER OF NOVA SCOTIA POWER INCORPORATED’s 2024 Load Forecast Report BEFORE: Richard J. Melanson, LL.B., Member Jennifer L. Ni...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) submitted its 2024 Load Forecast Report to the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board, which will assess it through a paper hearing process. A detailed timetable outlines intervention deadlines, evidence submissions, and regulatory rule applications.

94045Notice of Intervention - EfficiencyOne 1 passage
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F: 902-563-1113 E: [email protected] Counsel for EfficiencyOne 43955903.1 TO: Crystal Henwood Clerk of the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board 3rd Floor Summit Place 1601 Lower Water Street Halifax NS 83J 3S3 43955903.1

AI summary A filing from EfficiencyOne, represented by James Gogan of McInnes Cooper, is addressed to the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board. The document includes contact information and a reference to matter #43955903.1, indicating a regulatory proceeding involving stakeholder engagement and procedural compliance.

94055Notice of Intervention - Industrial Group 1 passage
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2024 M11689 NOVA SCOTIA UTILITY AND REVIEW BOARD IN THE MATTER OF: The Public Utilities Act, RSNS 1989, c.380, as amended IN THE MATTER OF: Nova Scotia Power Incorporated’s 2024 Load Forecast Report NOTICE OF INTERVENTION OF: K + S Windsor...

AI summary The Industrial Group (comprising multiple large/medium industrial companies) seeks intervention in Nova Scotia Power's 2024 Load Forecast Report proceeding under the Public Utilities Act. Their costs may be impacted by the outcome, and they request participation in addressing issues determined by the NSUARB.

94137Notice of Intervention - CA 1 passage
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M11689 NOVA SCOTIA UTILITY AND REVIEW BOARD IN THE MATTER OF: The Public Utilities Act IN THE MATTER OF: NOVA SCOTIA POWER INCORPORATED’s 2024 Load Forecast Report NOTICE OF INTERVENTION OF: CONSUMER ADVOCATE TAKE NOTICE that the Consumer...

AI summary The Consumer Advocate intervenes in Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s 2024 Load Forecast Report proceeding under the Public Utilities Act, representing residential ratepayers. The intervention aims to address issues impacting ratepayers during the regulatory process.

94156Participant List 1 passage
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M11689 NOVA SCOTIA UTILITY AND REVIEW BOARD IN THE MATTER OF an application by NOVA SCOTIA POWER INCORPORATED for approval of 2024 Load Forecast Report LIST OF PARTICIPANTS NOVA SCOTIA POWER INC. (NS Power) Mark Peachey 1223 Lower Water St...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) has submitted an application for approval of its 2024 Load Forecast Report. The proceeding includes participants such as NS Power, Board Counsel, and Synapse Energy Economics, Inc. The document outlines the regulatory process for approving the report.

94285BCC-Synapse (NSPI) IR-1 to IR-54 1 passage
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13 a. Please provide the model outputs in electronic form. 14 b. Please provide the full set of Oracle input data in electronic format so that it can be 15 replicated. 16 c. Please provide the historical data and forecasts used to develop...

AI summary The text outlines several information requests related to modeling, data replication, regulatory directives, and peak demand analysis. These requests pertain to providing detailed outputs, historical data, forecasts, and summaries of regulatory targets and generation mix.

94286SBA (NSPI) IR-1 to IR-10 1 passage
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1 M11689 2 3 NOVA SCOTIA UTILITY AND REVIEW BOARD 4 5 IN THE MATTER OF: The Public Utilities Act, R.S.N.S. 1989, c.380, as amended 6 7 - and - 8 9 IN THE MATTER OF: Nova Scotia Power Incorporated 2024 Load Forecast Report 10 11 12 13 INFOR...

AI summary The Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board issues information requests to Nova Scotia Power, Inc. (NSPI) regarding its 2024 Load Forecast Report, with responses due by June 19, 2024. The request is part of a proceeding under the Public Utilities Act, with contact details provided for E.A. Nelson Blackburn, K.C. of Blackburn Law.

95688Board Decision Letter 1 passage
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non-winter elasticity values for both TOU and CPP are close to the load forecast. The elasticities were tested on estimated sales in the forecast and the differences in the results were insignificant. In the 2023 decision, the Board was no...

AI summary The Board disputes NS Power's explanation for the 2022 NSR variance, citing increased heating intensity from heat pumps and equipment use as a key factor. While accepting this as a contributing factor, the Board notes NS Power underestimates residential demand and mandates further analysis in the 2025 Load Forecast Report. The Consumer Advocate's consultant supported the link between federal carbon policies and increased electric heating adoption.

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