E-22021 DSM Evaluation Reports
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1.3 Evaluation Research Objectives and Scope In 2021, the Evaluator was asked to conduct two pieces of research to inform EOne's current and future demand response activities, as well as potential strategies related to market transformatio...
AI summary In 2021, the Evaluator conducted research to inform EOne's demand response activities and strategies related to market transformation and codes and standards. The objectives focused on evaluating current and future initiatives under these areas.
1.3.1 Market Transformation and Codes and Standards The objectives of this research were as follows: - › Identify practices of other jurisdictions concerning Market Transformation (MT) and Codes and Standards (C&S) attribution in terms of...
AI summary This research aims to identify practices in other jurisdictions regarding Market Transformation (MT) and Codes and Standards (C&S) attribution, understand regulatory contexts enabling savings evaluation from MT/C&S programs, identify measures under MT frameworks, and guide EOne on evaluating influences on new residential construction markets.
Table 3: 2021 Interviews Completed Program Component Program Manager 1 / EOne Staff Service Provider/ Distributors Participants Retailers Program Administrators Residential Appliance Retirement 2 - - - - Instant Savings 2 - - 8 - Home Ener...
AI summary Table 3 presents the number of interviews conducted in 2021 across various program components and stakeholder groups, including program managers, service providers, participants, and program administrators. The data highlights engagement levels for different programs such as appliance retirement, instant savings, and market transformation.
2.3 Evaluation Research The evaluation research on Market Transformation and Codes and Standards as well as Evaluation Approaches for Event-based Demand Response pilots, was conducted with two main activities, as described below.
AI summary The evaluation research on Market Transformation and Codes and Standards, along with Evaluation Approaches for Event-based Demand Response pilots, was conducted with two main activities as described in the document.
Data Collection In-depth interviews, some of which included jurisdictional scans, were conducted as data-collection activities. Refer to [Table](#page-18-0) 3 in Subsection [2.1.3](#page-17-0) above to review the number of interviews compl...
AI summary In-depth interviews and jurisdictional scans were conducted as part of data collection activities. Interviews focused on understanding program staff perspectives and lessons learned from other jurisdictions. Jurisdictional scans included interviews with program administrators from six jurisdictions with varying levels of Market Transformation program integration.
e are also some program administrators, such as Efficiency Vermont and National Grid, that do not claim savings from MT programs, although they might include the concept of MT in their program design. The MT programs administered by the se...
AI summary The text discusses market transformation (MT) programs and their relationship with codes and standards (C&S) programs. It highlights that MT programs can focus on C&S adoption or include C&S as part of a broader strategy. Some C&S programs may not be fully aligned with an MT framework due to their narrower scope and predictable savings.
INTRODUCTION As part of the 2021 evaluation, EfficiencyOne has requested that the Evaluator conduct research to inform EfficiencyOne's (EOne) approach to market transformation (MT) and treatment of codes and standards (C&S). 3 This explora...
AI summary EfficiencyOne has requested research to inform their approach to market transformation and codes and standards. The research aims to identify practices, understand regulatory contexts, identify programs for evaluation, and provide guidance on evaluating influence on new construction, particularly residential. This follows previous evaluations of code and standard impacts from 2012 to 2020.
6 Market effects are often used to capture some level of market transformation that occurs through resource acquisition programs. Market effects are not the primary objective of those programs, which instead focus on short-term savings, as...
AI summary The text discusses the relationship between market transformation (MT) programs and resource acquisition, emphasizing that MT is a subset of market effects and focuses on long-term impacts. It also highlights the role of codes and standards (C&S) in MT initiatives and references the Illinois TRM and other studies to support these points.
Program Administrator Program Description Considered MT by the Regulator? Savings Counted Toward Targets? ComEd Illinois MT programs for ENERGY STAR® Retail Product Platform (RPP). Investigating the possibility of offering other MT program...
AI summary The text discusses how various program administrators, including ComEd Illinois, NEEA, and NYSERDA, implement market transformation (MT) programs. These programs are considered MT by regulators, and savings from these programs are counted toward targets. The text also notes that codes and standards (C&S) programs are sometimes not considered MT by regulators, even though they are integral to MT efforts.
E-6Verification Report - Gil Peach
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Vision Statement To be a world leader in developing truthful measurement and useful results; to support development of efficient, ethical, and effective practices, sustained economically; to advance human development. To improve the qualit...
AI summary The Vision Statement outlines goals to lead in truthful measurement and impactful results, promote efficient and ethical practices, advance human development, and improve quality of life amid rapid climate change. It emphasizes sustainability and economic viability.
ng Concepts & Methods , Second Edition, Liburn Georgia: The Fairmont Press, 1992; Gellings, Clark W. & John H. Chamberlin, Demand-Side Management Planning , Liburn, Georgia: The Fairmont Press, 1993. 4 There are other parts not shown, incl...
AI summary The document outlines the Policy, Planning, and Program cycle in Savings Verification, emphasizing how Policy guides Efficiency Nova Scotia's operations through regulatory and legislative frameworks. Planning involves creating program portfolios and projections, with each cycle step feeding information forward. The process includes evolving standards and interdependent steps within the Demand-Side Management (DSM) cycle.
IX. General Recommendations 1. Savings Verification Recommendation No. 1: The Savings Verification study recommends acceptance of the 2021 evaluation results for energy savings and for demand-reduction for all programs. SVR-1: The Savings...
AI summary The document outlines six recommendations for Efficiency Nova Scotia, focusing on verifying energy savings, extending the useful life of EMIS systems, integrating climate policy with energy practices, reviewing DER standards, and hosting seminars on climate adaptation. It emphasizes improving program efficacy, aligning with IPCC and provincial targets, and adopting innovative strategies for energy and climate policy.
ncreased savings relative to regulated minimum efficiency performance standards (MEPS). Activity in Codes and Standards modify the regulated minimum efficiency standards and so affect program savings. For 2021, Efficiency Nova Scotia taske...
AI summary The text discusses market transformation programs and their integration with codes and standards, referencing a 2021 study by Econoler for Efficiency Nova Scotia. It highlights varying regulatory approaches to market transformation, with some regulators supporting codes/standards, others supporting full market transformation, and some relying on resource acquisition. Econoler outlines methodologies and timelines for market transformation, suggesting a preliminary market assessment as the next step.
E-12E1(NSUARB) RIR-1 to RIR-41
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esulting in a risk to implemented an access align with the rate of EfficiencyOne related to unauthorized access to PI. review process, we turnover for personnel and noted that the review is frequency of permissions only performed once chan...
AI summary The text discusses concerns related to unauthorized access to personal information (PI) by EfficiencyOne, highlighting a lack of timely removal of access permissions following personnel turnover. It notes that access reviews are conducted annually and that one sampled departure was not handled promptly.
t. Privacy Policy from acknowledgement for users with access to EfficiencyOne's Privacy personal information. Policy from users with access to personal information. Management agrees with the new PIO recommendation from KPMG. EfficiencyOne...
AI summary Management agrees with the new PIO recommendation from KPMG and has implemented an annual employee acknowledgment of EfficiencyOne's Privacy Policy, starting in March 2022.
rporate data warehouse with access to PI corporate data through an embedded Excel macro. warehouse Management response N/A Residual Suggested ID # Original finding Original Finding Description Status Remaining gaps Recommendations risk lev...
AI summary This chunk discusses a finding related to the redaction of social insurance numbers in EfficiencyOne's corporate data warehouse. The concern is that the current method does not fully render the numbers irrecoverable, although physical security safeguards are in place for paper forms.
restrictions placed on installing unauthorized software such as the TOR browser. Management response N/A © 2022 KPMG LLP, an Ontario limited liability partnership and a member firm of the KPMG global organization of independent member firm...
AI summary The text discusses restrictions on the installation of unauthorized software, such as the TOR browser, and includes a management response of 'N/A'. The document is filed with the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board and is part of a larger document by KPMG LLP.
9 NEEC filed a letter in lieu of brief noting its “full support” for all arguments presented in the initial brief of NECEC (NEEC Brief at 1). Accordingly, the arguments of NECEC set forth herein also represent those of NEEC. 10 The combine...
AI summary NEEC supports NECEC's arguments in the proceeding. The Department strikes portions of responses to record requests as unresponsive and extra-record evidence, citing procedural guidelines and prior precedents.
ewide Plan to address the Council’s recommendations or provide a statement and justification of any unresolved issues. G.L. c. 25, § 21(d)(1). Accordingly, given that the EEA Secretary’s GHG emissions reduction goals were finalized approxi...
AI summary The document discusses the development of the Statewide Plan in response to the Council’s recommendations and highlights the need for additional coordination. It emphasizes the Program Administrators' responsibility to file complete and accurate Three-Year Plans by the statutory deadline, while noting that future GHG emissions goals will be set earlier to avoid timing challenges.
eriod should not be offered as good cause for any future extension requests. Further the Program Administrators shall not participate in any Council meetings from the date the Three-Year Plans are filed with the Department through filing o...
AI summary The text discusses the statutory obligations of Program Administrators under the Green Communities Act, requiring the acquisition of all cost-effective energy efficiency resources in their Three-Year Plans. It also references legal guidelines and the role of the EEA Secretary in setting GHG emissions reduction goals.
Page 278 As noted above, National Grid (gas) and the Compact use the same lead vendor to perform home energy assessments and manage weatherization installations for Mutual Customers (Exh. DPU-National Grid (Gas)-1; Tr. 4, at 579-581). When...
AI summary The document outlines the responsibilities of National Grid (gas) and the Compact in managing weatherization measures for Mutual Customers. It specifies that savings from gas weatherization measures must be sent to National Grid (gas), while the Compact may retain secondary electric savings. Both entities are required to develop common education materials for weatherization and submit a timeline for compliance filings.
st Tisbury, and Yarmouth, and Dukes County, acting together as the Cape Light Compact JPE (“Compact”), Fitchburg Gas and Electric Light Company, d/b/a Unitil (Electric Division) (“Unitil (electric)”), Massachusetts Electric Company and Nan...
AI summary This document is a regulatory order issued by the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) requiring several utility companies to comply with directives outlined in the order. The order includes signatures from the Chair and Commissioners of the NSUARB.
E-12-(i)NSUARB IR-17 Attachment 2_ACEEE’s Entire State Database - Excel
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ficiency takes place at several institutions in the state. ","Financial Incentive information for Arizona is provided by the Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency (DSIRE Arizona). Last Updated: July 2017 ","We were una...
AI summary Arizona's energy policies include legislative mandates (House Bill 2324) and executive orders (2005-05, 2008-29) requiring energy efficiency in state buildings and agencies. However, no policies address equity metrics for underserved customers or clean energy workforce development, and benchmarking requirements for public facilities remain unclear.
d cumulative savings over the next decade. Last reviewed: April 2022 "," Primary cost-effectiveness test(s) used: total resource cost Secondary cost-effectiveness test(s) used: none The evaluation of ratepayer-funded energy efficiency prog...
AI summary Massachusetts evaluates energy efficiency programs using the Total Resource Cost (TRC) test, guided by legislative mandates like the Green Communities Act of 2008 and regulatory orders such as DPU 8-50-A. The state's approach includes assessing both energy and non-energy benefits, including health and economic impacts, and uses an electronic Technical Reference Manual for evaluation methods.
incremental savings totaling 357,400 MWh over 2018-2020, or approximately 2.4% of annual sales. Natural gas - Three-year annual incremental savings of 192,599 Mcf spanning 2018-2020, or 0.5% of sales. Vermont does not have traditional EERS...
AI summary Vermont's energy efficiency programs focus on incremental savings in electricity and natural gas, with no traditional EERS legislation. Instead, the PUC sets budgets and goals every three years through a Demand Resource Plan proceeding, with compensation tied to performance. The EEU structure is reviewed every six years, and the administrator may be replaced if goals are not met.
d individual measure level screening. The rules for benefit-cost tests are stated in Title 165 CC Chapter 35 Electric Utility Rules. Gas utilities are subject to the same rules (See OAC k165:45-23-7). According to the Database of State Eff...
AI summary Oklahoma uses the Total Resource Cost (TRC) as its primary cost-effectiveness test for energy efficiency programs, with a lower threshold for low-income programs. Electric utilities are required to propose and implement demand portfolios, including programs for low-income customers, every three years under OAC 165:35-41-4. Non-resource benefits may be included in the TRC but are not commonly used in practice.
Last Updated: September 2020 "," Gap Analysis/Strategic Compliance Plan: The baseline code compliance studies noted below included a comprehensive survey of all stakeholders in the building and code industry, with an emphasis on code offic...
AI summary The document discusses the development and implementation of the Code Compliance Enhancement Initiative (CCEI) in Rhode Island, including baseline and updated compliance studies conducted by National Grid. It highlights the involvement of utilities in supporting building energy code compliance and the establishment of a multi-year commitment to CCEI through regulatory guidelines and collaboration with various stakeholders.
E-30E1 Compliance Filing 2023-2025 with Appendix A-D FINAL
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Appendix A: Compliance Filing - 2023-2025 DSM Resource Plan Appendix B: Compliance Filing - 2023-2025 DSM Resource Plan – Redline Version Appendix C: Compliance Filing – Supply Agreement Appendix D: Compliance Filing – Supply Agreement – R...
AI summary The document includes appendices related to compliance filings for the 2023-2025 DSM Resource Plan and supply agreements, including redline versions for review and comparison.
18. LIENS AND CLAIMS 18.1 EfficiencyOne shall indemnify and hold harmless NSPI, NSPI's parent and their subsidiaries and affiliates (collectively the " Lien Indemnitees " or singularly " Lien Indemnitee ") and defend each of them from and...
AI summary Section 18 outlines the responsibilities of EfficiencyOne regarding liens and claims arising from work or materials provided under the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Agreement (EECA). EfficiencyOne must indemnify and defend NSPI and its affiliates against such claims and promptly discharge any liens or claims, with options for NSPI to offset costs if EfficiencyOne fails to act.
18. LIENS AND CLAIMS - 2 18.1 EfficiencyOne shall indemnify and hold harmless NSPI, NSPI's parent and their 3 subsidiaries and affiliates (collectively the " Lien Indemnitees " or singularly " Lien Indemnitee ") and defend each of them fro...
AI summary Section 18 outlines the responsibilities of EfficiencyOne regarding liens and claims against NSPI and its affiliates. EfficiencyOne must indemnify, defend, and hold harmless NSPI from any claims, liens, or encumbrances arising from subcontractors or other parties involved in the EECA. NSPI may offset costs if EfficiencyOne fails to discharge these claims promptly, and EfficiencyOne may contest claims with proper assurance of payment.
19. DISPUTE RESOLUTION - 19.1 In the event of a dispute in connection with this Agreement, a senior representative of EfficiencyOne and a senior representative of NSPI shall promptly meet to discuss and resolve the dispute and the Parties...
AI summary This section outlines the dispute resolution process under the agreement, including initial discussions between senior representatives of EfficiencyOne and NSPI, referral to the UARB if unresolved, and the requirement for EfficiencyOne to continue fulfilling the EECA unless authorized by the UARB to suspend it.
7 Governing Law 8 14. This Agreement is governed and shall be construed in accordance with the laws 9 of the Province of Nova Scotia.
AI summary The agreement is governed by the laws of the Province of Nova Scotia, as stated in section 14.
87301Board Decision
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NOVA SCOTIA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND RENEWABLES Peter Craig BOARD COUNSEL: S. Bruce Outhouse, Q.C. FINAL SUBMISSIONS: July 11,2022 DECISION DATE: September 6, 2022 DECISION: Subject to the adjustments and directives in paragraph...
AI summary The Board approved the ETs Settlement Plan and the 2023-2025 DSM Resource Plan, effective after adjustments in paragraph [197]. The decision was made on September 6, 2022, following submissions on July 11, 2022. NS Power's customers are deemed to benefit from these plans.
2.2 Alternate Scenario [21] In Matter M06733, the Board ordered that future DSM Plan applications by E1 must include alternate DSM scenarios, in addition to E1 's proposed plan. E1 complied with that order in this application, filing a ful...
AI summary In Matter M06733, E1 submitted an alternate DSM scenario with lower investment than the proposed Settlement Plan, citing challenges in scaling demand response and reliance on the 2020 IRP. The alternate scenario projects $160.1M in DSM investments and 377.3 GWh of first-year energy savings, 12% less than the Settlement Plan. Stakeholders had previously signaled a need for higher DSM spending due to legislative changes accelerating fossil fuel shutdowns.
2.3 Intervenor Consensus for Settlement Plan [24] The Settlement Plan and its proposed investment level received general support from most intervenors. The CA also urged E1 to continue to identify and develop additional low-income housing...
AI summary The Settlement Plan received general support but with recommendations. The CA urged E1 to expand low-income programs and adopt performance metrics. The SBA recommended reallocating DSM investments based on TRC test results. The Industrial Group requested payback data transparency, individual justification for TRC failures, and updated Statistics Canada data usage.
HG reduction goals. Working together with E1 and other stakeholders is critical to achieving the government's 2030 energy targets in a way that supports a just energy transition. [Exhibit E-28, p. 2] - [42] In past decisions, the Board has...
AI summary The Board approves the Settlement Plan for DSM spending (2023-2025), citing affordability, support for low-income and Mi'kmaw communities, and alignment with energy transition goals. The plan is deemed achievable and in the public interest, with broad stakeholder support.
4.5.1.1 Findings [98] Although the Industrial Group suggested that the Board's jurisdiction to approve E1's "policy decision to subsidize low-income and underserved communities" warranted consideration, none of the parties in this proceedi...
AI summary The Board declined to make a finding on the Industrial Group's suggestion regarding subsidizing low-income communities due to lack of party positions and incomplete submissions. While referencing Dalhousie Legal Aid Service and s. 67(1) of the Act , the Board clarified it is approving a supply agreement under s. 79L, not exercising jurisdiction under s. 67(1). Other parties supported E1's programs or proposed alternative cost-effectiveness tests.
reement approved by the Board. Under s. 79H of the Act, the Board must determine the cost-effective electricity efficiency and conservation activities to be undertaken for the purposes of the Act. [115] In response to questions about the b...
AI summary The Board requires E1 to justify its resource plan under s. 79H of the Public Utilities Act, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. Past concerns from the SBA and Industrial Group necessitate E1's clear explanations for its proposed plan, with future objections carrying limited weight without justification.
d its incentive methodology was a matter settled by the Board. E1 said its Board approved methodology was developed following an extensive process directed by the Board in matter M07544. E1 commented: ETs latitude and autonomy to adjust an...
AI summary E1's incentive methodology, approved by the Board in matter M07544, emphasizes flexibility to address risks and nonfinancial barriers. E1 argues that payback periods alone shouldn't dictate incentives, considering factors like customer disruption and contractor availability. E1 also states it isn't credited for savings if measures would have been implemented without incentives.
- [172] The Board summarizes the three recommendations made by the MEUs in their evidence: - The Board should direct E1 to consider and provide supplementary information regarding programs targeted to MEU Wholesale Market participants in a...
AI summary MEUs propose three changes to DSM Plans, including flexibility for E1 and direct DSM cost payments. NS Power and E1 oppose changes due to legislative constraints, citing the PUA. MEUs agree the third recommendation is outside this proceeding's scope and will address it during the GRA.
5.0 APPROVAL OF SUPPLY AGREEMENT [188] E1 asked the Board to approve the form of Supply Agreement with NS Power attached as Appendix F to the application. E1 said the operating terms and conditions of the Agreement are substantially consis...
AI summary E1 requested the Board's approval for a Supply Agreement with NS Power, aligning with past DSM Plans. No objections were raised, and NS Power confirmed the agreement's similarity to prior ones. The Board conditionally approved the agreement pending compliance filing review, citing alignment with PUA section 79J.
6.0 STANDARDIZED FILING FRAMEWORK [191] As noted earlier in this decision, it appeared to the Board that there was some question over the application of the Framework, particularly around the factors for achieving a balanced DSM portfolio....
AI summary The Board approves additional Performance Targets beyond the existing Framework and encourages the DSMAG to consider updates due to evolving DSM programming in Nova Scotia. It highlights the need for early consensus discussions ahead of the next three-year DSM plan and references legislative goals under the Environmental Goals and Climate Change Reduction Act and Public Utilities Act.
[197] E1 is directed as follows: - (a) to provide detailed plans and processes for each of its research initiatives prior to proceeding with significant expenditures, to be documented and fully discussed with members of the DSM Advisory Gr...
AI summary E1 is directed to implement multiple compliance measures, including detailed planning for research, collaboration with NS Power and DSMAG, revising TRC/PAC calculations, developing cost-effectiveness methodologies, and reporting on demand response progress. The Board mandates a compliance filing by September 20, 2022, with comments due by October 4, 2022. An Order will be issued pending compliance.
86160NSUARB (E1) IR-1 to IR-41
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NOVA SCOTIA UTILITY AND REVIEW BOARD IN THE MATTER OF: THE PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT - and - IN THE MATTER OF: An Application by EFFICIENCYONE (E1) to the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board for Approval of a Supply Agreement for Electricity E...
AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) applies to the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board for approval of a supply agreement with Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) for electricity efficiency and conservation activities, and approval of a 2023-2025 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan.
Request IR-3: - Page 8 of 65 of the Application references the "lessons learned" from the Covid-19 - Pandemic. Please describe these lessons learned and explain how they are implemented into - the 2023-25 DSM plan.
AI summary Request IR-3 asks for details on lessons learned from the Covid-19 pandemic referenced in the application and how these were implemented into the 2023-25 Demand Side Management (DSM) plan. The focus is on integrating pandemic-related insights into DSM strategies.
Request IR-15: - On p. 21 of 65, E1 stated that "The additional non-electric fuel cost and reduced water cost are - considered in the TRC and PAC calculations." Please explain how that comports with the Board - Decision in Matter M08888 [2...
AI summary E1 claims non-electric fuel and reduced water costs are included in TRC and PAC calculations, conflicting with the Board's decision in Matter M08888 that non-energy impacts should not be considered in cost-effectiveness testing. The request seeks clarification on this discrepancy.
Request IR-23: - Page 43 of 65 of the Application: please explain how the inclusion of the quantitative impacts of - the avoidance of carbon emissions is consistent and specifically aligned with both provincial and - federal legislative in...
AI summary Request IR-23 seeks clarification on how the inclusion of carbon emission avoidance impacts aligns with recent provincial and federal legislative initiatives since the last DSM Plan Application. The applicant questions the consistency of this alignment with current legislation.
86762Closing Submission - IG
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THE TRC TEST OF MEASURES AND PROGRAMS Within the Plan there has been a creeping departure from the first principles which were intended to guide the approval of cost-effective DSM measures and programs.
AI summary The document critiques a deviation from foundational principles in the approval of cost-effective demand-side management (DSM) measures and programs under the TRC Test framework, suggesting a gradual erosion of initial guidelines intended to ensure program effectiveness.
"BALANCED PLAN APPROACH" The Settlement Plan allocates spending 55% to the Residential Sector / 45% to the Business, Non-Profit, Institutional (" BNI ") Sector to achieve 40% Residential / 60% BNI energy savings. Low-income investment make...
AI summary The Settlement Plan allocates 55% of spending to residential and 45% to BNI sectors, targeting 40% and 60% energy savings respectively. 21% of spending over three years targets low-income households (10% of savings), aligned with 2016 census data. The Industrial Group argues efficiency spending must meet lowest-cost criteria, criticizing E1's subsidies for DSM and low-income programs, which may reduce overall cost-effectiveness. NSPI is mandated to avoid discriminatory practices, and the Nova Scotia Court of Appeal ruled against rate assistance programs for low-income customers.
CONCLUSION The Industrial Group respectfully requests: 1. The Board direct E1 to provide payback information in its measure level tables and where a payback period is three years or less, to adjust incentives and/or justify the inclusion o...
AI summary The Industrial Group requests the Board to mandate payback period transparency in E1's measure tables, individual justification for TRC-failing measures, and updated Statistics Canada data in compliance filings. References include Statistics Canada data and Efficiency Nova Scotia DSM Advisory Group documents.
87301Board Decision
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2 .0 BACKGROUND [13] ETs 2023-2025 DSM Resource Plan application uses the Standardized Filing Framework (Framework), developed in consultation among E1, NS Power, and stakeholders, and filed with the Board in a Consensus Agreement on July...
AI summary The document outlines the use of the Standardized Filing Framework for E1's 2023-2025 DSM Resource Plan application, developed collaboratively with NS Power and stakeholders. The Framework ensures consistent DSM plan filings, requires alternate scenarios, and promotes a balanced approach. E1 asserts its plan aligns with NS Power's Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) reference plan.
ng. The Board is approving a supply agreement between E1 and NS Power for the provision of electricity efficiency and conservation activities under s. 79L. The approval of such an agreement is not the approval of a toll, rate, or charge, n...
AI summary The Board approves a supply agreement between E1 and NS Power for electricity efficiency and conservation activities under s. 79L. This approval does not constitute a toll or rate. Section 79H mandates cost-effective activities, though other considerations apply. Subsections 79L(8) and (9) outline additional criteria for approval.
reement approved by the Board. Under s. 79H of the Act, the Board must determine the cost-effective electricity efficiency and conservation activities to be undertaken for the purposes of the Act. [115] In response to questions about the b...
AI summary The Board requires E1 to justify its resource plan under the Public Utilities Act (PUA), addressing concerns from SBA and the Industrial Group. Objections without clear explanations may be disregarded in future proceedings.
4.5.3.1 Findings [139] As discussed already in this decision, the Board does not consider that requiring E1 to justify and explain the choices it has made and to demonstrate how they comply with the statutory requirements encroaches upon E...
AI summary The Board accepts E1's incentive methodology for its DSM Resource Plan but requires more detailed payback information for measures with payback periods of three years or less. It also mandates reporting of incentive adjustments exceeding 10% in quarterly reports. The Industrial Group supported the need for measure-level payback transparency, while the Board emphasized flexibility for E1 to adjust incentives during plan implementation.
5.0 APPROVAL OF SUPPLY AGREEMENT [188] E1 asked the Board to approve the form of Supply Agreement with NS Power attached as Appendix F to the application. E1 said the operating terms and conditions of the Agreement are substantially consis...
AI summary E1 requested approval of a Supply Agreement with NS Power, similar to prior agreements under DSM Plans. No objections were raised, and NS Power confirmed the form's consistency with past agreements. The Board approved the agreement in principle, pending compliance filing, citing compliance with s. 79J and 79L of the Public Utilities Act.
6.0 STANDARDIZED FILING FRAMEWORK [191] As noted earlier in this decision, it appeared to the Board that there was some question over the application of the Framework, particularly around the factors for achieving a balanced DSM portfolio....
AI summary The Board notes concerns about the application of the Standardized Filing Framework, particularly regarding DSM portfolio balance. It approved additional Performance Targets and encourages DSMAG to reconsider the Framework due to developments in Nova Scotia's DSM programming over six years. The Board references legislative goals under the Environmental Goals and Climate Change Reduction Act and the Public Utilities Act, which may influence future energy efficiency targets.
[197] E1 is directed as follows: - (a) to provide detailed plans and processes for each of its research initiatives prior to proceeding with significant expenditures, to be documented and fully discussed with members of the DSM Advisory Gr...
AI summary E1 must comply with multiple directives, including updating DSM plans, revising TRC/PAC calculations, and providing detailed cost-effectiveness justifications. It must collaborate with NS Power and the DSM Advisory Group, submit compliance filings by September 20, 2022, and report on demand response progress. An order will be issued pending compliance.