E-1Incentive Setting Methodology: CLEAResult Report & EfficiencyOne Implementation Plan
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Disclaimer & Limitations This final document was prepared by CLEAResult for the private and confidential information of the client for whom it was prepared and for the particular purpose previously advised in writing by the client to CLEAR...
AI summary CLEAResult prepared this document for a private client, emphasizing confidentiality and disclaiming liability for third-party use. The document contains projections based on assumptions beyond CLEAResult's control and explicitly limits responsibility for any reliance on its contents.
e tied to specific energy efficiency projects and are associated directly with energy savings. For the programs in the ENS portfolio, educational incentives are not quantified as financial incentives. Incentives are critical to achieving p...
AI summary The text emphasizes the importance of incentives in energy efficiency programs, distinguishing between educational and financial incentives. It highlights that market transformation, where energy-efficient practices become standard, is the ultimate goal, shifting savings attribution from incentives to codes and standards. This process may take years and requires ongoing adaptation to new efficiency levels.
Benchmarking If an incentive or technology is new, there may not be any historical data to assist with forecasting price and penetration curves in a utility's local market. Benchmarking incentive rates against similar technologies or progr...
AI summary Benchmarking is proposed to address data gaps in forecasting incentive prices and technology penetration when local market data is unavailable. Methods include direct benchmarking against similar jurisdictions and adjusting for factors like regulatory and infrastructure differences. Open dialogue with other regions is emphasized to understand market nuances affecting incentives.
se of this, measures and projects that pass the TRC and PAC are only able to claim the benefit of avoided energy costs until 2020. After 2020, they can claim both avoided energy and capacity benefits. This can be a challenge since momentum...
AI summary The text discusses the transition of energy efficiency programs from claiming only avoided energy costs until 2020 to including capacity benefits afterward. Challenges in adjusting programs for annual variations in avoided costs are highlighted, with Oregon cited as an example of aligning cost effectiveness with policy goals. CLEAResult notes ENS's investigation into local avoided costs and discount/premium zones for electricity conservation.
Electricity Market The following entities are the key players in the electricity system in Ontario. - Ontario Government Ministry of Energy - Ontario Energy Board (OEB) - Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) - 72 Local Distributi...
AI summary The Ontario electricity market involves the Ministry of Energy, Ontario Energy Board (OEB), Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO), and 72 Local Distribution Companies (LDCs). The Ministry sets policy, while the OEB regulates LDCs and natural gas utilities. The IESO oversees conservation efforts, sets LDC savings targets, and manages conservation programs. Conservation activities are now reviewed by the IESO rather than being mandatory under licenses.
MARKET STRUCTURE OVERVIEW BC Hydro is a provincial Crown corporation. Their mandate is to generate, distribute, purchase and sell electricity. The sole shareholder of BC Hydro is the Province of British Columbia. BC Hydro reports to the Mi...
AI summary BC Hydro, a Crown corporation owned by British Columbia, operates under the Ministry of Energy and Mines and is regulated by the BCUC. The Integrated Resource Plan and Clean Energy Act guide BC Hydro's focus on demand-side management (DSM) and renewable energy, with DSM programs funded by ratepayers. The Ministry monitors DSM progress and may direct BCUC on regulatory matters.
BACKGROUND Efficiency Nova Scotia has contracted CLEAResult to conduct energy conservation and energy efficiency program incentive research. The project covers the following areas: - Identification of best practices for incentive rate sett...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia contracted CLEAResult to research best practices for energy conservation and efficiency program incentives, aiming to create guidelines for Nova Scotia's market. The project involves interviews with jurisdictions and a report to be submitted to the Utility and Review Board (UARB) as part of regulatory proceedings.
BACKGROUND Efficiency Nova Scotia has contracted CLEAResult to conduct energy conservation and energy efficiency program incentive research. The project covers the following areas: - Identification of best practices for incentive rate sett...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia partners with CLEAResult to research best practices for energy program incentives, aiming to create guidelines for optimizing conservation efforts. The project involves interviews with jurisdictions and submission of findings to Nova Scotia's Utility and Review Board (UARB) as part of a regulatory process.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY PROGRAMMING Energy efficiency programs are typically set on three year funding cycles, approved by the Public Services Commission. Programs cover both the residential and commercial sectors, and cover various fuel types....
AI summary Energy efficiency programs in Nova Scotia operate on three-year funding cycles approved by the Public Services Commission, targeting residential and commercial sectors across various fuel types, with provided data specifically focusing on electricity conservation initiatives.
ost reliable service at the lowest possible cost; to protect the public safety from transportation and gas pipeline related accidents; and to ensure that residential ratepayers' rights are protected." Mass Save is the public-facing brand f...
AI summary Mass Save, a Massachusetts energy efficiency program sponsored by utilities and providers, ensures consistent residential and business services. ISO New England (ISO-NE) manages New England's power system, while the Energy Efficiency Advisory Council (EEAC) guides energy efficiency policy in Massachusetts, including implementing the Green Communities Act.
E-3REVISED Incentive Setting Methodology: CLEAResult Report & EfficiencyOne Implementation Plan - Clean Version
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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 pursuant to Subsection 79J(3) of the Public Utilities Act for Approval of the 2016-2018 Supply Agreement fo...
AI summary The document outlines an application under the Public Utilities Act for approval of a 2016-2018 supply agreement focused on electricity efficiency and conservation activities. The proceeding involves regulatory approval for these initiatives.
Benchmarking If an incentive or technology is new, there may not be any historical data to assist with forecasting price and penetration curves in a utility's local market. Benchmarking incentive rates against similar technologies or progr...
AI summary Benchmarking incentive rates against similar technologies in other jurisdictions can address data gaps when local market data is unavailable. However, differences in currency, regulations, infrastructure, and demographics complicate comparisons. Direct benchmarking or adjustments for disparities are suggested, though adjustments are not precise. Engaging with other jurisdictions is recommended to understand market nuances.
BEST-IN-CLASS In Canada, Ontario and British Columbia have the largest energy efficiency budgets and the longest history of designing and delivering energy conservation programs. They are also usually considered the leading provinces for p...
AI summary Ontario and British Columbia lead in energy efficiency budgets and programs. The ACEEE 2015 scorecard ranks U.S. jurisdictions highly, except Maine. All selected U.S. states have Energy Efficiency Resource Standards (EERS), demonstrating commitment to energy efficiency as a sustainable electricity supply.
Efficiency Nova Scotia – Policy, Performance and Programs Efficiency Nova Scotia Corporation (ENSC) commenced operations in 2010 after the enactment of the Efficiency Nova Scotia Corporation Act in 2009. Revisions to the Public Utilities A...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia Corporation (ENSC) was established in 2010 under the Efficiency Nova Scotia Corporation Act . Structural changes in 2015, driven by the Electricity Efficiency and Conservation Restructuring (2014) Act , ended ENSC's role as the DSM provider, replacing it with the ENS franchise awarded to EfficiencyOne, a not-for-profit public utility.
se of this, measures and projects that pass the TRC and PAC are only able to claim the benefit of avoided energy costs until 2020. After 2020, they can claim both avoided energy and capacity benefits. This can be a challenge since momentum...
AI summary Measures passing TRC and PAC can claim avoided energy costs until 2020, with capacity benefits added afterward. Adjusting programs for annual cost variations is challenging, though Oregon aligns policy with efficiency goals. ENS investigates local avoided costs and discount/premium zones for incentives.
Electricity Market The following entities are the key players in the electricity system in Ontario. - Ontario Government Ministry of Energy - Ontario Energy Board (OEB) - Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) - 72 Local Distributi...
AI summary The document outlines key players in Ontario's electricity system, including the Ministry of Energy, Ontario Energy Board (OEB), and Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO), detailing their roles in policy, regulation, market operations, and conservation oversight. The IESO manages conservation targets and programs, while the OEB regulates LDCs. The Conservation First Framework and changes in conservation program requirements are highlighted.
MARKET STRUCTURE OVERVIEW DSM is a core part of the conservation first policy in Ontario as per the 2013 Long-Term Energy Plan. In 2014, the Minister of Energy issued a directive to the Ontario Energy Board (OEB) for the development of a n...
AI summary The document outlines Ontario's Demand Side Management (DSM) framework, mandated by the 2013 Long-Term Energy Plan and a 2014 Ministerial directive. The Ontario Energy Board (OEB) developed this framework to align natural gas DSM with electricity conservation efforts, establish cost-effective principles, and ensure program evaluation. Utilities like Union Gas and Enbridge must submit DSM plans for OEB approval, with mid-term reviews and evaluations starting in 2016.
Avoided Supply Cost (Benefits) Given the differences between Union Gas' and Enbridge's geography, system and customers and such, it is expected the avoided supply cost will be different between the two gas utilities. Under the TRC-plus tes...
AI summary The text discusses differences in avoided supply costs between Union Gas and Enbridge due to geographic and operational factors. Under the TRC-plus test, benefits include avoided natural gas and transmission costs, plus a 15% non-energy benefit adder for environmental and social impacts.
BACKGROUND Efficiency Nova Scotia has contracted CLEAResult to conduct energy conservation and energy efficiency program incentive research. The project covers the following areas: - Identification of best practices for incentive rate sett...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia contracted CLEAResult to research best practices for setting energy program incentives, focusing on jurisdictional comparisons. The project aims to develop guidelines for optimizing energy conservation programs, with findings submitted to Nova Scotia's Utility and Review Board (UARB). The process includes interviews with jurisdictional contacts and public disclosure of final documents.
Energy Trust of Oregon Funding Through state legislation, tariffs and other requirements, Energy Trust is funded by customers of Portland General Electric, Pacific Power, NW Natural and Cascade Natural Gas. Customers of all four utilities...
AI summary Energy Trust of Oregon is funded by customers of PGE, Pacific Power, NW Natural, and Cascade Natural Gas through legislation and tariffs. Key programs include K-12 school energy conservation, low-income housing assistance, and renewable energy initiatives. SB 838 enabled expanded funding, leading to increased energy savings and budget growth from $63M in 2008 to $117M in 2013.
Benefits (Avoided Costs) In the societal test, the Energy Trust will include the following benefits: - 1. The value of the electrical and/or gas energy saved based on the avoided cost forecasts of the utilities whose customers are served b...
AI summary The Energy Trust includes benefits such as avoided energy costs, non-energy benefits, line losses, gas capacity benefits, and a 10% conservation credit under the Northwest Power Act. Benefits are based on utility forecasts approved by PUC and OPUC, with non-energy benefits using proxies until OPUC provides alternatives. Other environmental pollutants are considered only when specified by PUC.
Exceptions to Cost Effectiveness for Measure inclusion into programs 18 For measures which do not pass both the utility and societal (total resource cost) tests, the OPUC does allow measures to be included in programs assuming the measure...
AI summary The OPUC allows measures failing cost-effectiveness tests to be included in programs if they meet six conditions, such as providing non-energy benefits, enhancing market acceptance, aligning with regional DSM programs, or being part of research pilots. Incentives are capped at specific limits, and compliance with Commission policy is required.
COST EFFECTIVENESS – NATURAL GAS The current market condition for natural gas prices (i.e., low price environment) has caused the Energy Trust and PUCs to reexamine gas measures over the last few years. The Energy Trust has been able to ca...
AI summary The Energy Trust and PUCs reevaluate natural gas measures due to low prices, referencing Order 94-950. Guidelines require a TRC ≥1.0 for gas efficiency portfolios, with exceptions for measures with TRC 0.5-0.9. Measures below TRC 0.5 are excluded unless justified, aiming to sustain program infrastructure until gas prices rise.
New York Public Service Commission The New York Public Service Commission regulates and oversees the electric, gas, water and telecommunication industries, as part of the Department of Public Service. In 2015, the Public Service Commission...
AI summary The New York Public Service Commission (PSC) regulates utilities and oversees energy programs. In 2015, it launched the Reforming Energy Vision (REV) initiative to boost energy efficiency, renewable energy, and distributed resources. The PSC also reviews NYSERDA's energy conservation plans and budgets.
NYSERDA ENERGY EFFICIENCY PROGRAM INCENTIVE AND COST EFFECTIVENESS POLICY
AI summary NYSERDA's Energy Efficiency Program outlines incentives and cost-effectiveness policies for energy efficiency initiatives, focusing on program design and evaluation metrics.
High Level Specifications
AI summary The document outlines a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia, listing acronyms and entities involved in energy efficiency, demand-side management, and utility regulation. Key organizations include Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (UARB) and Efficiency Nova Scotia (EN), with references to programs like DSM and EEPS.
E-3-(i)REVISED Incentive Setting Methodology: CLEAResult Report & Efficinecy One Implementation Report - Redline Version
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BEST-IN-CLASS In Canada, Ontario and British Columbia have the largest energy efficiency budgets and the longest history of designing and delivering energy conservation programs. They are also usually considered the leading provinces for p...
AI summary Ontario and British Columbia lead Canada in energy efficiency budgets and program history. The ACEEE 2015 scorecard ranks U.S. jurisdictions (except Maine) in the top ten, highlighting their long-term Energy Efficiency Resource Standards (EERS) as a commitment to sustainable energy.
Efficiency Nova Scotia – Policy, Performance and Programs Efficiency Nova Scotia Corporation (ENSC) commenced operations in 2010 after the enactment of the Efficiency Nova Scotia Corporation Act in 2009. Revisions to the Public Utilities A...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia Corporation (ENSC) was established in 2010 under the Efficiency Nova Scotia Corporation Act . Structural changes from the Electricity Efficiency and Conservation Restructuring (2014) Act led to ENSC ceasing operations on January 1, 2015, replaced by the ENS franchise awarded to EfficiencyOne, a not-for-profit incorporated under the Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act .
se of this, measures and projects that pass the TRC and PAC are only able to claim the benefit of avoided energy costs until 2020. After 2020, they can claim both avoided energy and capacity benefits. This can be a challenge since momentum...
AI summary The document discusses challenges in energy efficiency programs, noting that measures passing TRC and PAC can only claim avoided energy costs until 2020, after which capacity benefits apply. Adjusting programs for annual avoided cost variations is difficult, though Oregon aligns policy with cost-effectiveness. ENS is exploring local avoided costs and discount/premium zones for incentives.
25 Our Electricity Future: Nova Scotia's Energy Plan 2015-2020, Nova Scotia Department of Energy, Available: General Principle Current Activities Recommended Activities
AI summary The document presents Nova Scotia's Energy Plan 2015-2020, outlining general principles, current activities, and recommended activities to guide the province's electricity future. It emphasizes energy efficiency, renewable energy, and modernization of the electricity system.
APPENDIX A-1: ONTARIO ELECTRICITY
AI summary The document is an appendix titled 'APPENDIX A-1: ONTARIO ELECTRICITY' from a Nova Scotia regulatory proceeding. It includes a list of acronyms and terms related to electricity regulation, efficiency programs, and cost methodologies, though no substantive content or analysis is provided in the given text.
Electricity Market The following entities are the key players in the electricity system in Ontario. - Ontario Government Ministry of Energy - Ontario Energy Board (OEB) - Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) - 72 Local Distributi...
AI summary Ontario's electricity system involves the Ministry of Energy, OEB, IESO, and 72 LDCs. The Ministry sets policy, OEB regulates LDCs, and IESO manages conservation efforts, market operations, and long-term planning. Conservation activities are now IESO-approved, with some performance specifications in LDC licenses.
MARKET STRUCTURE OVERVIEW BC Hydro is a provincial Crown corporation. Their mandate is to generate, distribute, purchase and sell electricity. The sole shareholder of BC Hydro is the Province of British Columbia. BC Hydro reports to the Mi...
AI summary BC Hydro, a Crown corporation, operates under the Ministry of Energy and Mines and is regulated by the BCUC. The Integrated Resource Plan and Clean Energy Act guide BC Hydro's focus on demand-side management (DSM) and renewable energy, with targets for conservation and emissions reduction. The Ministry oversees DSM implementation and regulatory directions.
BACKGROUND Efficiency Nova Scotia has contracted CLEAResult to conduct energy conservation and energy efficiency program incentive research. The project covers the following areas: - Identification of best practices for incentive rate sett...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia contracted CLEAResult to research best practices for energy program incentives, aiming to optimize conservation efforts. The project involves interviews with jurisdictional contacts and submission of findings to Nova Scotia's Utility and Review Board (UARB) for regulatory review.
Energy Trust of Oregon Funding Through state legislation, tariffs and other requirements, Energy Trust is funded by customers of Portland General Electric, Pacific Power, NW Natural and Cascade Natural Gas. Customers of all four utilities...
AI summary Energy Trust of Oregon is funded by customer charges from Portland General Electric, Pacific Power, NW Natural, and Cascade Natural Gas. Established by a 1999 law, it supports energy efficiency and renewables. SB 838 (2007) expanded funding, enabling increased savings from 27 to 58 average megawatts (2009–2013) and doubling expenditures from $63M to $117M. Programs include K-12 schools, low-income housing, and gas conservation.
Northwest Power Plan 11 The Northwest Power & Conservation Council represents the regional power planning efforts of Idaho, Washington, Oregon and Montana. The Northwest Power Act requires that the Council produce a 20-year Power Plan each...
AI summary The Northwest Power & Conservation Council, under the Northwest Power Act, produces a 20-year Power Plan every five years. The 2016 Plan highlights energy efficiency as the least-cost resource, avoiding fuel price volatility and carbon risks, and meeting future capacity needs. The Council prioritizes cost-effective energy efficiency to balance ratepayer costs with capacity requirements.
Benefits (Avoided Costs) In the societal test, the Energy Trust will include the following benefits: - 1. The value of the electrical and/or gas energy saved based on the avoided cost forecasts of the utilities whose customers are served b...
AI summary The Energy Trust includes benefits like avoided energy costs, non-energy benefits using proxies, line losses, and gas capacity improvements in its societal test. Regulatory bodies like PUC and OPUC approve these methods, with a 10% credit for energy efficiency under the Northwest Power Act. Environmental benefits, such as reduced carbon emissions, are also considered.
COST EFFECTIVENESS – NATURAL GAS The current market condition for natural gas prices (i.e., low price environment) has caused the Energy Trust and PUCs to reexamine gas measures over the last few years. The Energy Trust has been able to ca...
AI summary The Energy Trust and PUCs reevaluate natural gas measures due to low prices, referencing Order 94-950. Guidelines require a TRC ≥1.0 for gas efficiency portfolios, with exceptions for TRC 0.5-0.9 and removal for TRC <0.5. This approach maintains program infrastructure and market momentum until gas prices rise.
Detailed Measure Development - •Identify technical guidelines and data, identify any data gaps and create research plan for gaps - •Stakeholder outreach - •Facilitation of crossprogram coordination - •Cost Effectiveness testing - •Draft Me...
AI summary The process outlines steps for developing energy efficiency measures, including identifying technical guidelines, stakeholder engagement, cross-program coordination, cost-effectiveness testing, and drafting a Measure Approval Document (MAD). Measures with sufficient data and stakeholder support may proceed to approval, while those with gaps may be piloted.
Electric Utilities The following electric utilities operate in the state of New York. Customers of these utilities are eligible for their own utility programs as well as NYSERDA programs. Double-dipping of incentives by customers is not al...
AI summary The document lists electric utilities operating in New York, including Central Hudson, Con Edison, National Grid, NYSEG, Orange and Rockland, and RG&E. Customers are eligible for utility and NYSERDA programs, with a prohibition on double-dipping incentives.
Sources of Funding The Systems Benefit Charge (SBC) is the primary source of NYSERDA s funding for energy conservation programs. It was established on May 20, 1996. The funds collected from the SBC are allocated towards energy efficiency p...
AI summary The Systems Benefit Charge (SBC) is the primary funding source for NYSERDA's energy conservation programs, established in 1996 and extended in 2016. Funds support energy efficiency, research, and low-income programs, with EEPS replaced by the Clean Energy Fund (CEF). Other sources include RGGI, focused on carbon abatement, and RPS, a legislative mandate for renewable energy, funded by the Public Service Commission.
Cost Effectiveness Testing Under the EEPS, NYSEDRA was required to conduct cost effectiveness testing at the project level. The TRC is used as the cost effectiveness test. Prior to the implementation of the EEPS, the TRC was applied at the...
AI summary Under the Energy Efficiency Portfolio Standard (EEPS), NYSEDRA was required to apply the Total Resource Cost (TRC) method at the project level. Previously, under the Clean Energy Fund (CEF), TRC was applied at the program level, and this will continue post-EEPS implementation.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY PROGRAMMING Energy efficiency programs are typically set on three year funding cycles, approved by the Public Services Commission. Programs cover both the residential and commercial sectors, and cover various fuel types....
AI summary Energy efficiency programs in Nova Scotia are set on three-year funding cycles, approved by the Public Services Commission. They cover residential and commercial sectors, with the provided numbers focusing solely on electricity conservation programs.
Avoided Costs 2 Any updates to the avoided costs for Vermont are led by the PSB. Periodically, the avoided costs are updated. The last update occurred in 2015, based on a report by Synapse Energy Economics, which investigated the avoided e...
AI summary Vermont's avoided costs are updated periodically by the PSB, with the last update in 2015 based on Synapse Energy Economics' report. Calculations include categories like Avoided Capacity Costs and Avoided Energy Costs tied to RPS compliance. Changes require board approval, and costs are calculated regionally for New England, including Vermont.
69772Incentive Setting Methodology and CLEAResult Report and EfficiencyOne Implementation Plan - Second Revision - Clean Version
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1 4. ONGOING REPORTING ON IMPLEMENTATION PROGRESS - 2 EfficiencyOne is committed to keeping the Board and stakeholders informed of 3 ongoing progress on the implementation of CLEAResult's recommendations. 4 To this end, EfficiencyOne propo...
AI summary EfficiencyOne proposes quarterly and annual reporting mechanisms to update the Board and stakeholders on implementing CLEAResult's recommendations, including a 2017 Annual Progress Report and an external evaluation process.
1 5. CONCLUSION 2 EfficiencyOne is satisfied with the recommendations and conclusions presented 3 by CLEAResult. The work of further optimizing EfficiencyOne's incentives is a 4 work in progress, and to a degree will always remain so, due...
AI summary EfficiencyOne endorses CLEAResult's recommendations for optimizing incentive methodologies, acknowledging ongoing improvements in incentive design. They request the Board's approval of the report, implementation plan, and reporting mechanisms to enhance their practices.
BEST-IN-CLASS In Canada, Ontario and British Columbia have the largest energy efficiency budgets and the longest history of designing and delivering energy conservation programs. They are also usually considered the leading provinces for p...
AI summary Canada's Ontario and British Columbia lead in energy efficiency programs. US states (except Maine) top ACEEE's 2015 scorecard, showing strong EERS commitments.
COST EFFECTIVENESS AND AVOIDED COSTS At the portfolio level, cost effectiveness is guaranteed since the combination of savings targets and budget is lower than the cost effectiveness threshold (provided that the persistence of the energy s...
AI summary The document discusses Nova Scotia's approach to cost-effectiveness in demand-side management (DSM), emphasizing TRC thresholds (1.0) for program measures, inclusion of program administration costs in TRC screening, and exceptions for non-compliant measures. It contrasts ENS's methods with other jurisdictions like Oregon's Energy Trust, noting variations in handling administration costs.
Electricity Market The following entities are the key players in the electricity system in Ontario. - Ontario Government Ministry of Energy - Ontario Energy Board (OEB) - Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) - 72 Local Distributi...
AI summary The Ontario electricity system involves the Ministry of Energy, Ontario Energy Board (OEB), Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO), and 72 Local Distribution Companies (LDCs). The Ministry sets policy, OEB regulates LDCs, and IESO manages conservation efforts, market operations, and long-term planning. Conservation activities are funded separately from rate-setting, with IESO overseeing LDC conservation targets and programs.
MARKET STRUCTURE OVERVIEW BC Hydro is a provincial Crown corporation. Their mandate is to generate, distribute, purchase and sell electricity. The sole shareholder of BC Hydro is the Province of British Columbia. BC Hydro reports to the Mi...
AI summary BC Hydro, a Crown corporation in British Columbia, operates under the Ministry of Energy and Mines and is regulated by the BCUC. The Integrated Resource Plan and 2007 BC Energy Plan mandate cost-effective demand-side management (DSM) and clean energy targets. The Clean Energy Act requires 66% of future energy demand to be met through conservation by 2020. The Ministry oversees DSM implementation and proposes regulatory directions to BCUC.
BACKGROUND Efficiency Nova Scotia has contracted CLEAResult to conduct energy conservation and energy efficiency program incentive research. The project covers the following areas: - Identification of best practices for incentive rate sett...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia contracted CLEAResult to research best practices for setting energy conservation and efficiency program incentives. The project involves analyzing jurisdictions with strong conservation programs, conducting interviews, and submitting findings to Nova Scotia's Utility and Review Board (UARB) for public use in optimizing energy programs.
Benefits (Avoided Costs) In the societal test, the Energy Trust will include the following benefits: - 1. The value of the electrical and/or gas energy saved based on the avoided cost forecasts of the utilities whose customers are served b...
AI summary The Energy Trust includes benefits like avoided energy costs, non-energy benefits, line losses, and gas capacity improvements in its societal test. It uses PUC-approved forecasts and applies a 10% credit under the Northwest Power Act. Non-energy benefits may use proxies until OPUC provides alternatives. Environmental impacts and utility system tests are also considered.
Exceptions to Cost Effectiveness for Measure inclusion into programs 18 For measures which do not pass both the utility and societal (total resource cost) tests, the OPUC does allow measures to be included in programs assuming the measure...
AI summary The Oregon Public Utilities Commission (OPUC) permits inclusion of cost-ineffective measures in programs if they meet specific conditions, such as providing non-energy benefits or enhancing market acceptance, as outlined in Docket UM-551.
COST EFFECTIVENESS – NATURAL GAS The current market condition for natural gas prices (i.e., low price environment) has caused the Energy Trust and PUCs to reexamine gas measures over the last few years. The Energy Trust has been able to ca...
AI summary Low natural gas prices prompted the Energy Trust and PUCs to reevaluate gas measures using Order 94-950. The Energy Trust applies TRC thresholds (≥1.0, 0.5-0.9 with exceptions, <0.5 excluded) to maintain program infrastructure and market momentum until gas prices rise. Portfolio-level cost-effectiveness tests help manage program delivery.
New York Public Service Commission The New York Public Service Commission regulates and oversees the electric, gas, water and telecommunication industries, as part of the Department of Public Service. In 2015, the Public Service Commission...
AI summary The New York Public Service Commission (PSC) regulates energy and telecommunications sectors, overseeing initiatives like the 2015 Reforming Energy Vision (REV) strategy. REV aims to boost energy efficiency, renewable integration, and distributed energy resources. The PSC also reviews NYSERDA's energy conservation programs and budgets.
Electric Utilities The following electric utilities operate in the state of New York. Customers of these utilities are eligible for their own utility programs as well as NYSERDA programs. Double-dipping of incentives by customers is not al...
AI summary The document lists electric utilities in New York, including Central Hudson, Con Edison, National Grid, NYSEG, Orange and Rockland Utilities, and RG&E. Customers are eligible for utility-specific and NYSERDA programs, with a policy prohibiting double-dipping of incentives.
Sources of Funding The Systems Benefit Charge (SBC) is the primary source of NYSERDA s funding for energy conservation programs. It was established on May 20, 1996. The funds collected from the SBC are allocated towards energy efficiency p...
AI summary The Systems Benefit Charge (SBC) is the primary funding source for NYSERDA's energy conservation programs, established in 1996 and extended in 2016. It funds the Energy Efficiency Portfolio Standard (EEPS), replaced by the Clean Energy Fund (CEF). Additional funding comes from the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) and Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), which support carbon abatement, renewables, and energy efficiency through allowance auctions and utility assessments.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY PROGRAMMING Energy efficiency programs are typically set on three year funding cycles, approved by the Public Services Commission. Programs cover both the residential and commercial sectors, and cover various fuel types....
AI summary Energy efficiency programs operate on three-year funding cycles approved by the Public Services Commission, covering residential and commercial sectors with a focus on electricity conservation. The text specifies that the provided numbers pertain only to electricity conservation programs.
ost reliable service at the lowest possible cost; to protect the public safety from transportation and gas pipeline related accidents; and to ensure that residential ratepayers' rights are protected." Mass Save is the public-facing brand f...
AI summary The text outlines Massachusetts' Mass Save energy efficiency initiative, sponsored by utilities and service providers, and discusses ISO New England's role in managing New England's power system. It also describes the Energy Efficiency Advisory Council's (EEAC) responsibilities in advancing energy efficiency policies and implementing the Green Communities Act.
MASSACHUSETTS ENERGY EFFICIENCY PROGRAM INCENTIVE AND COST EFFECTIVENESS POLICY Massachusetts is viewed as one of the leading jurisdictions for promoting energy efficiency in North America. It is ranked as the #1 jurisdiction in ACEEE's 20...
AI summary Massachusetts leads in energy efficiency, mandated by the Green Communities Act to prioritize cost-effective measures. Targets include 2.6% retail sales (2015) and 4,122 GWh savings (2016-2018). Funding comes from charges, capacity markets, cap-and-trade, and surcharges, with 10% allocated to low-income programs.
69773Incentive Setting Methodology and CLEAResult Report and EfficiencyOne Implementation Plan - Second Revision - Redline Version
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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 pursuant to Subsection 79J(3) of the Public Utilities Act for Approval of the 2016-2018 Supply Agreement fo...
AI summary The document pertains to a regulatory proceeding under the Public Utilities Act, R.S.N.S. 1989, c.380, concerning an application for approval of a 2016-2018 supply agreement focused on electricity efficiency and conservation activities.
NOVA SCOTIA'S ELECTRICITY SYSTEM In 2015, Nova Scotia had an annual electricity consumption of 10,400 GWh. The residential sector accounts for 45 percent of consumption, the commercial sector uses about 32 percent, and the industrial secto...
AI summary Nova Scotia's electricity system saw a 70% retail rate increase over 10 years due to industrial load loss, renewable integration, and fuel costs. NS Power dominates infrastructure, while provincial legislation mandates 40% renewable energy by 2020. The system faces challenges in managing variable loads and achieving emission reduction targets.
Efficiency Nova Scotia – Policy, Performance and Programs Efficiency Nova Scotia Corporation (ENSC) commenced operations in 2010 after the enactment of the Efficiency Nova Scotia Corporation Act in 2009. Revisions to the Public Utilities A...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia Corporation (ENSC) was established in 2010 under the Efficiency Nova Scotia Corporation Act. Structural changes from the 2014 Electricity Efficiency and Conservation Restructuring Act led to ENSC ceasing operations as Nova Scotia's DSM provider on January 1, 2015. The ENS franchise was created and awarded to EfficiencyOne, a not-for-profit public utility incorporated in 2014.
se of this, measures and projects that pass the TRC and PAC are only able to claim the benefit of avoided energy costs until 2020. After 2020, they can claim both avoided energy and capacity benefits. This can be a challenge since momentum...
AI summary Measures passing TRC and PAC can claim avoided energy costs until 2020, then both energy and capacity benefits post-2020. Adjusting programs for annual avoided cost variations is challenging, though Oregon's approach aligns with policy goals. Avoided costs are consistent across time, and ENS is exploring local avoided costs and discount/premium zones for incentives.
GENERATING CAPACITY (2015) Hydroelectric: 11,440 MW (91%) Thermal: 1,069 MW (8.5%) Diesel Generation: 59 MW (0.5%) & lt;sup>1 BC Hydro, "BC Hydro Annual Report 2014," https://www.bchydro.com/content/dam/BCHydro/customer-portal/documents/co...
AI summary The document outlines Nova Scotia's generating capacity in 2015, detailing hydroelectric (11,440 MW, 91%), thermal (1,069 MW, 8.5%), and diesel generation (59 MW, 0.5%). It cites BC Hydro's 2014 Annual Report, 2013/14-2015/16 Service Plan, and 2016 Business Rates as sources for the data.
MARKET STRUCTURE OVERVIEW BC Hydro is a provincial Crown corporation. Their mandate is to generate, distribute, purchase and sell electricity. The sole shareholder of BC Hydro is the Province of British Columbia. BC Hydro reports to the Mi...
AI summary BC Hydro, a Crown corporation, operates under the Ministry of Energy and Mines and BCUC regulation. The Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) and Clean Energy Act guide BC Hydro's 20-year strategy, emphasizing demand-side management (DSM) and 66% conservation for incremental energy demand by 2020. The Ministry oversees DSM implementation and regulatory directions.
BACKGROUND Efficiency Nova Scotia has contracted CLEAResult to conduct energy conservation and energy efficiency program incentive research. The project covers the following areas: - Identification of best practices for incentive rate sett...
AI summary Efficiency Nova Scotia has engaged CLEAResult to research best practices for setting energy program incentives, aiming to optimize conservation and efficiency programs. The project includes interviews with jurisdictions and a public submission to the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (UARB).
Energy Trust of Oregon Funding Through state legislation, tariffs and other requirements, Energy Trust is funded by customers of Portland General Electric, Pacific Power, NW Natural and Cascade Natural Gas. Customers of all four utilities...
AI summary Energy Trust of Oregon is funded by customer charges from PGE, Pacific Power, NW Natural, and Cascade Natural Gas, with legislation like SB 838 expanding funding for energy efficiency. Post-2008, savings doubled due to legislative changes and program expansion, increasing expenditures from $63M in 2008 to $117M in 2013.
Exceptions to Cost Effectiveness for Measure inclusion into programs 18 For measures which do not pass both the utility and societal (total resource cost) tests, the OPUC does allow measures to be included in programs assuming the measure...
AI summary The OPUC allows measures failing cost-effectiveness tests to be included in programs if they meet specific conditions outlined in Docket UM-551, such as non-energy benefits, market acceptance, regional consistency, and compliance with legal or policy requirements.
COST EFFECTIVENESS – NATURAL GAS The current market condition for natural gas prices (i.e., low price environment) has caused the Energy Trust and PUCs to reexamine gas measures over the last few years. The Energy Trust has been able to ca...
AI summary Low natural gas prices prompted the Energy Trust and PUCs to reevaluate gas measures using Order 94-950. Guidelines require a TRC ≥1.0 for portfolio inclusion, with exceptions for TRC 0.5-0.9. Measures below TRC 0.5 are excluded unless justified. This maintains program infrastructure until gas prices rise, allowing portfolio-level cost-effectiveness testing to manage program delivery.
New York Public Service Commission The New York Public Service Commission regulates and oversees the electric, gas, water and telecommunication industries, as part of the Department of Public Service. In 2015, the Public Service Commission...
AI summary The New York Public Service Commission regulates energy and telecommunications industries, overseeing NYSERDA's energy programs. The 2015 REV strategy aims to boost renewable energy, distributed resources, and customer energy management choices.
Sources of Funding The Systems Benefit Charge (SBC) is the primary source of NYSERDA s funding for energy conservation programs. It was established on May 20, 1996. The funds collected from the SBC are allocated towards energy efficiency p...
AI summary The Systems Benefit Charge (SBC) is the primary funding source for NYSERDA's energy conservation programs, established in 1996 and extended in 2016. Funds support energy efficiency, research, low-income programs, and environmental disclosure. The SBC funds the Energy Efficiency Portfolio Standard (EEPS), now replaced by the Clean Energy Fund (CEF). Other sources include the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) and Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS), which focus on carbon abatement and renewable energy, respectively.
MARKET STRUCTURE OVERVIEW The Efficiency Maine Trust Act came in effect in 2009 and is responsible for Efficiency Maine's inception as an independent Trust. Their purpose is to develop, plan, coordinate, and implement energy efficiency/alt...
AI summary The Efficiency Maine Trust Act (2009) established Efficiency Maine as an independent trust to implement energy efficiency programs, aiming for 100% residential weatherization by 2030 and 100 MW peak-load reduction by 2020. The Maine Public Utilities Commission (MPUC) approves triennial plans, which outline cost-effective savings targets and funding from ratepayers and the Forward Capacity Market. Energy efficiency is highlighted as the lowest-cost resource, with average savings costs of 4.3 cents/kWh for electricity and $12.96/MMBtu for heating fuels.
ion and innovation, achieving the full potential of the Green Communities Act, and generating significant and sustainable benefits for all Massachusetts' citizens. The EEAC's responsibilities include: - Collaborating with the utilities on...
AI summary The document outlines the Energy Efficiency Advisory Committee (EEAC)'s responsibilities in Massachusetts, including collaborating with utilities on energy efficiency plans, publishing progress reports, and managing the EM&V process. It also notes National Grid's service territory, Eversource Energy's consolidation of NSTAR and WMECO, and Cape Light Compact's role in Cape Cod and Martha's Vineyard, alongside the Green Communities Act's goals.
MASSACHUSETTS ENERGY EFFICIENCY PROGRAM INCENTIVE AND COST EFFECTIVENESS POLICY Massachusetts is viewed as one of the leading jurisdictions for promoting energy efficiency in North America. It is ranked as the #1 jurisdiction in ACEEE's 20...
AI summary Massachusetts leads in energy efficiency, mandated by the Green Communities Act requiring utilities to prioritize cost-effective programs. The 2016-2018 plan targets 4,122 GWh savings with a $1.96B budget, funded via charges, capacity markets, cap-and-trade, and surcharges. 10% of budgets must address low-income sectors.