Topic:"Renewable Energy" in M06733

t projects for the year, which is an increase compared to the 519 completed projects in 2013. Of the 5.8 GWh energy savings generated, 2.1 GWh were derived from an internal study that was evaluated by Econoler and approved to be used in su...

AI summary In 2013, 567 residential projects were completed, generating 5.8 GWh energy savings, with 2.1 GWh from a study by Econoler. In 2014, the Green Heat program achieved 1.5 GWh savings, and Residential Solar contributed 0.1 GWh. ENSC facilitated 42 zero-interest financing cases. Savings data reflects batch recognition over three years, with lower future projections.

While Figure 4.1 illustrates the avoidance of capacity additions, it does not show the additional energy benefits provided by DSM. As part of the requested analysis, NS Power calculated the avoided costs of the Base-DSM and Low-DSM Scenari...

AI summary The document discusses the benefits of Demand Side Management (DSM) scenarios, highlighting that the Base-DSM Scenario provides significant savings in energy and capacity costs for ratepayers. It also explains that DSM provides more benefits through energy savings than through capacity avoidance, and that the Base-DSM Scenario offers greater per-MWh energy benefits compared to the Mid-DSM Scenario. ENS is using Base avoided costs in its proposed DSM Resource Plan due to the high level of savings achieved.

Update on Implementation of 2013 Verification and Evaluation Recommendations B C E F G K 16 Move forward with the transition from CFLs to LED lamps in 2014: The free-ridership level of 44 percent obtained for CFLs, despite being lower than...

AI summary The document discusses the implementation of 2013 verification and evaluation recommendations, focusing on transitioning from CFLs to LED lamps. Despite a 44% free-ridership rate for CFLs, ENSC agrees with the recommendation to discontinue rebates for regular CFLs and promote more energy-efficient LED lamps due to new federal regulations.

Table 4: Target performance indicators and Minimum Requirements in DC Target performance indicators Metric Unit Reduced per-capita energy consumption MWh, Mcf Increase renewable energy generating capacity $/kWh Reduced growth in peak deman...

AI summary Table 4 outlines target performance indicators and minimum requirements in the District of Columbia, focusing on energy consumption, renewable energy capacity, peak demand, energy efficiency in low-income housing, and job creation. Metrics include MWh, kW, and FTEs, while minimum requirements are measured in dollars.

POLICY DRIVERS Nova Scotia's DSM is arguably driven by imperatives outside of the strict regulatory arena as well. We note that in 2012, an equivalency agreement between the Province and the federal government was reached on climate change...

AI summary Nova Scotia's DSM is influenced by 2012 climate change agreements with the federal government, allowing carbon exemptions for power plants in exchange for sectoral reductions. The 2014 Electricity Efficiency and Conservation Plan formalized ENS's role in competing energy savings with supply options, aligning with PAC cost-effectiveness tests. Nova Scotia's approach reflects broader trends in reevaluating DSM strategies.

Given the typical lifespan of an air source heat pump ranging between 15 and 20 years 12 and the deterioration of the system over time, the Evaluator considered the value of 6.7 to be representative of the HSPF of an average air source hea...

AI summary The Evaluator considered the typical lifespan of air source heat pumps and used an HSPF value of 6.7 for replacements under the Green Heat program. Formulas from the 2015 PUC Technical Resource Manual were applied, and adjustments were made for different heating system replacements, including pellet stoves and boilers.

Table 11: Interactive Effects Calculation for Lighting Products Parameter % of Residences Interactive Effects17 Electric heating with air-conditioning 25% × 18% = 5% -54.4% Electric heating without air-conditioning 25% × 82% = 20% -58.0% N...

AI summary Table 11 calculates interactive effects for lighting products based on electric heating and air-conditioning presence. Interactive effects are applied only to indoor installations, except for the 10-watt LED A-lamp. These effects influence space conditioning loads due to changes in waste heat from lighting.

The table below presents a summary of the calculation parameters, and their respective sources, used for a specific ASHP project. Parameter Value Source Rated heat pump capacity – heating (kBtu/h) 26.4 Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrig...

AI summary The table outlines the calculation parameters for a specific Air-Source Heat Pump (ASHP) project, including values such as rated heat pump capacity, HSPFbase, HSPFee, FLHw, and others, with their respective sources such as the CIRx Screening Tool and equipment specification sheets.

Table 32: Energy Savings Associated with the Introduction of the Large Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps Regulation in the Nova Scotia Market 24 Table 33: Peak Demand Savings Associated with the Introduction of the Large Air Conditioners and...

AI summary The document contains a series of tables that outline energy savings and peak demand reductions associated with various regulations and standards introduced in Nova Scotia, including regulations on air conditioners, heat pumps, standby power products, external power supplies, light bulbs, and building codes. These tables provide data on market sizes, impacted portions, unitary savings values, and overall energy savings.

Table 12: Energy Savings Associated with the Introduction of the Electric Motors Regulation in the Nova Scotia Market Product Class Shipments to Nova Scotia in 2014 Percentage of Total Shipments to Nova Scotia Affected by the Standard in 2...

AI summary Table 12 outlines the energy savings associated with the introduction of the Electric Motors Regulation in Nova Scotia. It details the shipments of various three-phase electric motors in 2014, the percentage affected by the standard, and the resulting annual energy savings in kWh and GWh.

Table 17: Energy Savings Associated with the Introduction of the General Service Incandescent Reflector Lamps Regulation in the Nova Scotia Market Product Class Shipments to Nova Scotia in 2014 Percentage of Total Shipments to Nova Scotia...

AI summary Table 17 presents energy savings data from the introduction of the General Service Incandescent Reflector Lamps Regulation in Nova Scotia, showing the impact on shipments and energy savings across residential and commercial sectors. The section '3.2.5 At-meter Peak Demand Savings' suggests a discussion on the reduction in peak demand as a result of the regulation.

37 Ibid . 38 Caneta Research. "Market, Benchmark and Technical Analysis for Large Air-conditioners and Heat Pumps for Future Regulation Amendment", February 2008, pp. 9-10. 39 Ibid . p. 8. 40 Ibid .

AI summary The text references a research report by Caneta Research from February 2008, which analyzes large air-conditioners and heat pumps for future regulation amendments. The document includes a citation and a placeholder for an image.

Table 33: Peak Demand Savings Associated with the Introduction of the Large Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps Regulation in the Nova Scotia Market Product Class Shipments to Nova Scotia in 2014 Percentage of Total Shipments to Nova Scotia Af...

AI summary Table 33 outlines peak demand savings associated with the introduction of the Large Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps Regulation in Nova Scotia. The table shows the impact of the regulation on various product classes, including shipments, percentage of shipments affected, demand savings, and total peak demand savings. The data indicates minimal savings in 2014, with only 0.157 MW of total peak demand savings.

Table 34: Single Package Vertical Air Conditioner and Heat Pump (SPVAC and SPVHP) Market Size Estimate for Canada, Atlantic Canada and Nova Scotia, 2014 47 Product Class Shipments to Canada in 2014 Shipments to Atlantic Canada in 2014 Ship...

AI summary Table 34 provides an estimate of the market size for Single Package Vertical Air Conditioner and Heat Pump (SPVAC and SPVHP) shipments to Canada, Atlantic Canada, and Nova Scotia in 2014. Section 3.6.2 discusses the portion of the market impacted by the regulation.

Table 37: Energy Savings Associated with the Introduction of the Single Package Vertical Air Conditioner and Heat Pump (SPVAC and SPVHP) Regulation in the Nova Scotia Market Product Class Shipments to Nova Scotia in 2014 Percentage of Tota...

AI summary Table 37 provides data on energy savings associated with the introduction of the Single Package Vertical Air Conditioner and Heat Pump regulation in Nova Scotia. The table includes product class, shipments, percentage of shipments affected by the regulation, annual energy savings, and total incremental energy savings for 2014.

BIBLIOGRAPHY & REFERENCES Canadian Standards Association, Minimum efficiency for dry-type transformers , http://www.hammondpowersolutions.com/upload_files/csa_c802%202-2006.pdf, January 23, 2007, p. 6. Caneta Research, Commercial Refrigera...

AI summary The document provides a bibliography and references section containing various studies, market analyses, and regulatory bulletins related to energy efficiency, transformer standards, and standby power use. These references are used for regulatory and policy-making purposes.

TABLE B: EXPECTED COMPLIANCE RATE IN NOVA SCOTIA (2014) LED street lights Expected compliance rate for 2014 ? ? ? TABLE C: CANADA MARKET SIZE Q15.Number of units sold in LED street lights Canada in 2013 (actual) Q16. Number of units sold i...

AI summary The text includes tables with placeholders for data on LED street light compliance rates in Nova Scotia for 2014 and projected LED street light sales in Canada for 2014. The tables lack specific data entries and are incomplete.

market of rental tenants. This measure complements other Multi-Unit Existing Residential 2,179 Residential Building offerings. Solar domestic hot water technologies have significant material and Existing Residential 1,876 installation capi...

AI summary The text discusses the high capital costs of solar domestic hot water and solar space and water heat technologies, noting that local production and installers may reduce costs over time through increased competition and lower labor costs in Nova Scotia.

0.0 0.0 0 0.0 0.0 Solar Space and Water Heat (Supplement Electricity) 61 0.0 0.1 1 0.0 0.0 2,990 1.6 6.4 35,747 19.4 100.1 Solar Space Heating (Displacing Electricity) 2,632 1.6 0.8 2,592 1.5 1.1 2,664 1.6 0.8 2,276 1.3 0.7 Residential Sol...

AI summary The text presents numerical data related to various energy efficiency and solar programs, including residential solar PV, solar space and water heat, and Energy Star windows. The numbers likely represent participation or impact metrics across different years or time periods.

MeasureLevel Results for Baseline E1 and Optimized Case D Scenarios Pro m T gra ype Sub ͲPro gra m Me asu re Mo del Bui ldin g T ype End Use Cat ego ry Sto ck T tme nt rea Dem and (kW ) Ene rgy (M Wh ) Tot l. Cos al I mp t ($ ) Eff 560 odu...

AI summary The table presents MeasureLevel Results for Baseline E1 and Optimized Case D Scenarios, showing data on program types, measures, building types, energy demand, energy usage, and total cost impacts. It includes details on appliance retirement and refrigeration replacement measures and their associated impacts.

Deltas Comparison of 8760 Resource Savings Profile Between Initial and Final 8760 Models (kW/ Annual kWh Savings) Unnamed: 1 Unnamed: 2 Unnamed: 3 Unnamed: 4 Comparison of 8760 Resource Savings Profile Between Initial and Final 8760 Models...

AI summary The text presents a detailed comparison of 8760 Resource Savings Profile between initial and final 8760 models, showing minute differences in kW/Annual kWh savings across various timestamps. The data appears to be technical and focused on energy modeling.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-21: 2 3 Please provide the rated capacity (in MW) NS Power assumed for: 4 5 (a) NRIS wind 6 7 (b) ERIS wind, 8 9 (c) Port Hawkesbury biomass. 10 11 Response IR-21: 12 13 (a-c) Please refer to the table below,...

AI summary The document includes a request for the rated capacity in MW assumed by NS Power for three different energy projects: NRIS wind, ERIS wind, and Port Hawkesbury biomass. The response directs the reader to a table based on the 2014 IRP assumptions.

15 Capacity Value (%) Year NRIS wind ERIS wind PH Biomass 2015 17 0 0 2016 17 0 0 2017-2038 17 0 0 2039 17 0 100 16 17 \ Note: The biomass plant is not counted as firm capacity until a second Lingan unit is retired in a particular resource...

AI summary The table outlines the capacity value percentages for different energy resources from 2015 to 2039. The biomass plant's capacity value is set to 100% starting in 2039, contingent on the retirement of a second Lingan unit in a specific resource plan.

2016-2018 DSM Plan (NSUARB M06733) NSPI Responses to Consumer Advocate Information Requests 1 Request IR-24: 7 Power calculated the cost of this potential PPA by considering market rates for reserving 8 power generating capacity, premiums...

AI summary NSPI provided responses to information requests regarding the cost of potential power purchase agreements (PPAs), renewable energy market prices, and transmission charges for exports from Nova Scotia to New England. NSPI considered market rates, renewable energy credits, and transmission tariffs but did not assume specific counterparties or energy sources.

2016-2018 DSM Plan (NSUARB M06733) NSPI Responses to EfficiencyOne Information Requests 1 (b) (i) Consultants: 2 3 Aside from the Company engaging The Brattle Group for the 2014 IRP (which 4 would have had DSM aspects), all other consultin...

AI summary NSPI responds to EfficiencyOne's information requests regarding the 2016-2018 DSM Plan. NSPI explains that consulting engagements were conducted in anticipation of the regulatory proceeding for the DSM plan and that internal staff across various departments are involved in DSM activities. NSPI clarifies that DSM benefits include avoided capacity investments, RES requirements, and power system demand, as well as avoided variable costs like fuel.

Generation Avoided for DSM Scenarios Mid DSM compared to No DSM Plan Avoided Generation (GWh) 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 Solid Fuel 253 396 228 13 535 464 -34 501 505 588 547 54 -41 25 Natural Gas...

AI summary The document presents data on avoided generation for different Demand Side Management (DSM) scenarios compared to a No DSM Plan, including Mid DSM, Base DSM, and Low DSM scenarios, with detailed breakdowns of generation sources such as Solid Fuel, Natural Gas/Oil, and Net Imports across various years.

Cost of Fuel Avoided for DSM Scenarios Avoided Fuel Cost ($000) 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 Solid Fuel $ 12,216 $ 20,103 $ 11,317 $ 1,383 $ 30,238 $ 27,516 $ (2,261) $ 31,007 $ 31,911 $ 36,137 $ 35...

AI summary The table presents the avoided fuel costs ($000) for various fuel types and overall totals from 2016 to 2029. It shows fluctuations in costs for solid fuel, natural gas/oil, and net imports, with renewables contributing significantly in 2022. This data is used to evaluate the cost of fuel avoided under different Demand Side Management (DSM) scenarios.

2016-2018 DSM Plan EOne IR-21 Attachment 1 Page 1 of 1 No DSM Plan CRP01-01-FGD-R01 Low DSM CRP2-17 FGD CRP Mid DSM/FGD Low DSM Half-Low DSM With Half-Low DSM Program Administrator Costs Base DSM (Synapse Model) With Low DSM Program Admini...

AI summary The document presents a comparison of different scenarios for the 2016-2018 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan, including variations in program administrator costs and other factors. It includes a table with various projects, retirements, and capacity additions over time, along with NPV values and planning and study PV figures.

7 Annual Energy From Wind (MWh) FAM Quarterly Report 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 NSPI Budgeted 2,666 250,580 250,580 253,796 253,796 WIND Actual 25,268 247,452 256,307 261,034 258,159 IPP Budgeted 603,129 709,747 794,295 866,493 932,262 Actua...

AI summary The table presents annual energy production from wind sources in Nova Scotia from 2010 to 2014, comparing budgeted and actual figures for NSPI and IPP. The data shows fluctuations in actual energy production compared to budgeted amounts over the years.

ensuring that DSM can be gradually "ramped up" in future years, as needed. It addresses long-term affordability through avoidance of new capacity additions until 2032, [El Closing Submission) p. 31] [58] NSPI was the only other party to su...

AI summary NSPI recommended that El design a DSM plan providing 100 GWh annual energy savings at a cost of $22 million per year, which would allow NSPI to avoid new generating capacity until 2032. NSPI also noted that Nova Scotia's electricity rates are among the highest in Canada due to its leadership in environmental and renewable energy initiatives.

24 In the face of these challenges to affordability, NS Power has, amongst other things, 25 significantly reduced its workforce and its capital expenditure program. These efforts 26 have been very challenging for NS Power and for those Nov...

AI summary The text discusses the financial challenges faced by NS Power due to aggressive policies such as renewable energy standards, demand-side management, and emission reductions, which have increased costs for ratepayers. Efforts to control costs, including workforce reductions and capital expenditure cuts, have been made with the goal of maintaining affordability for Nova Scotians.

& lt;sup>44 Exhibit E-46, EfficiencyOne Reply Evidence, pages 8-9. 1 2 MR. AGUINAGA: That's the that's for the alternate scenario that Nova Scotia Power put forward, yes. 3 4 5 MR. CLARKE: No, sir, there are four scenarios that were put fo...

AI summary The discussion revolves around four scenarios presented by Nova Scotia Power, with EfficiencyOne's plan based on the base case. The dialogue explores the percentage differences between various demand savings figures and acknowledges that Nova Scotia Power's evidence indicates low risk of needing additional capacity until 2032, considering renewable energy investments and COMFIT build-out.

(a) Proposed Target Energy and Demand Savings Are Not Needed - 10. There is no dispute that, from the perspective of NSPI's system, E1's targeted energy and demand savings are not needed during the contract period. As shown in figure 4.1 (...

AI summary NSPI argues that E1's proposed energy and demand savings targets are unnecessary during the contract period, as existing DSM measures can avoid additional generation capacity until 2032. E1 did not dispute this for 2016–2018, and both low and base DSM scenarios require similar capacity additions until 2032.

(b) No System Risks by Not Undertaking Higher Levels of DSM 13. The Industrial Group explored with the NSPI panel what the risks would be if the DSM energy savings were set at the low level. In response to questions, NSPI indicated that th...

AI summary The Industrial Group and NSPI argue that setting DSM energy savings at low levels poses no system requirement or RES compliance risks between 2016-2018. NSPI claims capital investments for new capacity or renewables can be avoided until 2032 with a 100 GWh/year DSM plan. The Industrial Group opposes higher DSM investment, citing lack of risks.

The Alternative Plan: - (i) Removes end-use categories not based on the TRC but on the first-year cost per kWh saved. - (ii) Eliminates most residential programs, resulting in an inequitable portfolio that violates a primary requirement of...

AI summary The Alternative Plan is criticized for removing end-use categories based on cost per kWh, eliminating residential programs, and understating DSM value. NSPI's explanation is challenged, with claims that it misrepresents new construction measures and ignores benefits like steam plant layups and RES credits. Arguments highlight inequitable portfolios, load shape assumptions, and missed opportunities in energy retrofits.

7 8 NS Power submits that the CA's assertion is misleading and fails to acknowledge the 9 complexity of such a suggestion. For instance: 10 11 Only a portion of the renewable generation in Nova Scotia would qualify for the 12 New England R...

AI summary NS Power argues that the CA's assertion is misleading, pointing out that only new wind projects qualify for New England RECs, and that transmission costs, physical losses, and curtailment risks make selling energy to New England economically unviable.

ensuring that DSM can be gradually "ramped up" in future years, as needed. It addresses long-term affordability through avoidance of new capacity additions until 2032, [El Closing Submission) p. 31] [58] NSPI was the only other party to su...

AI summary The document discusses NSPI's recommendation for a DSM plan that could provide annual energy savings of 100 GWh with associated demand savings, at a cost of $22 million per year. NSPI emphasized the importance of affordability under the PUA and noted that Nova Scotia's leadership in renewable energy and environmental policies has led to higher electricity rates compared to other jurisdictions.

and stakeholder presentations to the Board of Directors and City Council. - In 2013, acted as engagement partner in advising on the strategy development for a power distribution utility in regards to - evaluating options for acquisition, m...

AI summary The text outlines professional engagements in utility and infrastructure sectors, including advising on acquisitions, financial modeling for power projects, and participation in regulatory rate hearings. Key roles involve Newfoundland Public Utilities Commission, Metrolinx, and renewable energy projects, with emphasis on financial strategies and stakeholder presentations.