Topic/Matter Intersection

Topic:"Residential Demand Response Program" in M09096

Matter: Approval of a Supply Agreement for Electricity Efficiency and Conservation Activities between EfficiencyOne (E1) and Nova Scotia Power Inc.(NS Power), the establishment of a final agreement between the parties, and approval of a 2020-2022 Demand Side Management (DSM) Resource Plan
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E-3E1 (NSPI) RIRs to IR-1 to IR-69 3 passages
Section 252
ashers. A delivery agent is involved to coordinate retailer efforts, provide the required training and manage compliance issues. Residential customers receive a financial incentive for the old equipment that is being provided to Appliance...

AI summary The text outlines various programs aimed at improving energy efficiency and customer engagement. It describes appliance retirement, home energy assessments, and residential direct installation programs, emphasizing financial incentives, compliance management, and cost-free installations for residential and rental properties.

Section 600
 Commercial HVAC  Heat Pump Water Heaters  Cold Climate Heat Pump  High Performance Circulator Pump  Residential Heating Systems  Residential Water Heating Heating, Residential and https://contractors.efficiencyver Cooling and Rebate...

AI summary The text lists various products eligible for rebates under an energy efficiency program, including commercial HVAC, heat pump water heaters, and industrial equipment. Rebates are paid after purchase and submission of a rebate form, with some incentives provided instantly based on qualifying product lists.

Section 958
ement for Electricity Efficiency and Conservation Activities between E1 and Nova Scotia Power Inc. (DSM 2020- 2022) M09096 (E-ENS-R-19) E1 Responses to Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-21: 2 3 Reference: Appe...

AI summary The document contains a series of detailed requests for information related to the costs and breakdowns of energy efficiency programs, specifically focusing on the 'Appliance Retirement' and 'Instant Savings' components of the Residential Efficient Product Rebates Program for the years 2020-2022, as well as geographical and product-type breakdowns.

E-42018 DSM Annual Progress Report 2 passages
Table 10: 2018 Low-Income Results p. p. 11
Table 10: 2018 Low-Income Results Low-Income Participation (2018) First-Year Energy Savings (GWh) Lifetime Energy Savings (GWh) Peak Demand Savings (MW) Expenditures ($ million) Participation (#) Participation Unit Residential Programs Eff...

AI summary Table 10 presents 2018 low-income participation results for various energy efficiency programs in Nova Scotia, including energy savings, expenditures, and participation numbers. The data highlights the impact of residential and BNI programs on energy savings and participation, with some figures noted as estimates or pending verification.

Table 17: 2016-2018 Low-Income Results p. p. 51
Table 17: 2016-2018 Low-Income Results Low Income Participation (2016-2018) First-Year Energy Savings (GWh) Lifetime Energy Savings (GWh) Peak Demand Savings (MW) Expenditures ($ million) Participation (#) Participation Unit Residential Pr...

AI summary Table 17 presents low-income participation results for residential and BNI programs from 2016 to 2018, detailing energy savings, expenditures, and participation numbers for various initiatives such as efficient product rebates, home energy assessments, and business energy rebates.

E-52018 DSM Evaluation Reports 7 passages
Preamble p. pp. 40-45
Residential programs achieved 37.668 MW in net peak demand savings at the generator during the 2016-2018 period. Programs exceeded peak demand savings targets except for Existing Residential. Nonetheless, Existing Residential represented o...

AI summary Residential and BNI programs achieved significant energy and peak demand savings during 2016-2018. Efficient Product Rebates exceeded targets by over 60%, while other programs like Custom Incentives and Direct Installation underperformed but were offset by these successes. The success is attributed to the popularity of LED products and effective delivery channels, despite challenges like high free-ridership.

Interviews with Retailers p. p. 136
Interviews with Retailers In the fall of 2018, CRA conducted in-depth interviews with nine retailers. These interviews were used to: (1) measure spillover in the form of market effects for LED Lamps; (2) understand the process retailers un...

AI summary In the fall of 2018, CRA conducted interviews with nine retailers to assess market effects of LED lamps, understand their participation in the Instant Savings program, evaluate their satisfaction with it, and examine their in-store lighting fixture offerings and energy-efficient promotions.

12 OVERALL SAVINGS OF THE RESIDENTIAL EFFICIENT PRODUCT PROGRAM p. p. 169
12 OVERALL SAVINGS OF THE RESIDENTIAL EFFICIENT PRODUCT PROGRAM Table 46 summarizes the participation levels, as well as gross and net savings for each Residential Efficient Product Rebates program component and the whole program.

AI summary Table 46 summarizes participation levels and gross and net savings for each component of the Residential Efficient Product Rebates program, as well as the overall program.

EPI Performance p. pp. 129-130
EPI Performance EPI aimed to achieve 17.1 GWh in net electrical energy savings and 2.0 MW in net peak demand savings at the generator in 2018. The Evaluator determined that EPI achieved 12.777 GWh in net electrical energy savings and 1.463...

AI summary The EPI program achieved 12.777 GWh in net electrical energy savings and 1.463 MW in net peak demand savings in 2018. These savings corresponded to 7,827 tonnes of CO2 eq in avoided GHG emissions. EPI's net lifetime energy savings were 107.988 GWh, with a weighted average EUL of 8.45 years. Over 10,813 households participated, and ENS distributed free clotheslines and diversified product offerings to boost participation.

Table 7: Comparison of EPI Tracked and Evaluated Savings at the Generator p. p. 132
Table 7: Comparison of EPI Tracked and Evaluated Savings at the Generator Initial Gross Savings Adjusted Gross Savings NTGR Net Savings Energy Savings ENS Tracked Savings 16.093 GWh 14.468 GWh 0.93 13.480 GWh Evaluation Results 15.914 GWh...

AI summary Table 7 compares EPI tracked and evaluated savings at the generator, showing that evaluated net energy savings are 5% lower than tracked net energy savings. The differences are attributed to small decreases in installation rates and NTGR values, as well as unitary savings adjustments.

Table 4: Types of Evaluations Conducted for Each Program Component p. p. 198
Table 4: Types of Evaluations Conducted for Each Program Component Program Component 2017 2018 Program Process Market Impact Process Market Impact Residential Efficient Appliance Retirement R C C Product Rebates Program Instant Savings R R...

AI summary Table 4 outlines the types of evaluations conducted for each program component in 2017 and 2018, focusing on process, market, and impact evaluations across various residential and business energy efficiency programs.

Table 17: Key Figures on Nova Scotia Building Permits for January Through November 2018 34 p. p. 137
Table 17: Key Figures on Nova Scotia Building Permits for January Through November 2018 34 Total Value35 ($) Estimated Floor Area (m2) Residential 969,512,000 608,72636 Non-residential 468,419,000 N/A Commercial 310,277,000 111,61037 Insti...

AI summary Table 17 provides key figures on Nova Scotia building permits for January through November 2018, showing residential permits had the highest total value at $969.5 million, followed by commercial permits at $310.3 million. The total monetary value of commercial permits was approximately one-third of that of residential permits.

E-7Practices & Procedures Evaluatoin: Site Visit Quality Assurance 1 passage
Program Program Component Targeted Number of Site Visits per Year Who Conducts Site Visits p. p. 20
Program Program Component Targeted Number of Site Visits per Year Who Conducts Site Visits Residential Efficient Product Rebates Instant Savings 49 store visits and 20 events ENS Existing Residential Efficient Product Rebates 67 ENS Green...

AI summary The document outlines various programs and their associated site visits, highlighting the role of Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) and Quality Assurance (QA) Inspectors. It also notes that some administrators adjust inspection numbers based on contractor performance, leading to greater efficiency.

E-17E1 (SBA) RIR-1 to RIR-49 1 passage
Figure 33. Residential Appliances Profile p. pp. 79-81
Figure 33. Residential Appliances Profile Measure / Characteristic Key Findings Source Residential 95% of all Residential ranges are electric B Range Cooktops 8% of residential ranges are ENERGY STAR® rated. M Residential All homes have an...

AI summary The document provides a detailed profile of residential appliances in Nova Scotia, highlighting the prevalence of electric appliances and their energy efficiency ratings. It includes data on the usage patterns and average ages of various appliances such as ranges, ovens, dishwashers, washers, and dryers.

78612Compliance Filing 1 passage
- financial incentives in the form of rebates and financing for major upgrades such p. pp. 52-53
- financial incentives in the form of rebates and financing for major upgrades such 1 building envelope, space heating equipment, domestic water heating equipment 2 and system-peak demand reduction measures (i.e. ETS units and electric sto...

AI summary The text outlines various energy efficiency programs, including financial incentives for major home upgrades and delivery strategies such as direct installation, rebates, and partnerships with external agents and auditors to implement energy efficiency improvements.

80915EfficiencyOne Performance Alignment Study 4 passages
Table 4: Summary of Three-Year Actual to Plan Total Variance, 2016-2018 p. p. 38
Table 4: Summary of Three-Year Actual to Plan Total Variance, 2016-2018 ($ million) Three-Year Actual to Plan Total Variance Appliance Retirement 1.77 Instant Savings 4.25 New Residential 2.10 Efficiency Product Rebates, BNI 3.61 Subtotal...

AI summary Table 4 summarizes the three-year actual to plan total variance for various programs from 2016 to 2018. It shows underestimation in some programs and overestimation in others, resulting in a net overestimation of $7.38 million.

Table 5: Key Expenditure Variances in 2016-2018 p. p. 39
Table 5: Key Expenditure Variances in 2016-2018 ($ million) Three-Year Actual to Plan Total Variance Residential Direct Install (2.42) Home Energy Assessment (3.48) Rental Properties and Cond. (2.12) Custom Incentives (8.08) Total Overesti...

AI summary Table 5 outlines key expenditure variances for 2016-2018, showing that several programs, including Residential Direct Install and Home Energy Assessment, had negative variances, indicating actual spending was below the planned amounts. The total overestimation across these programs was $16.10 million.

Section 95 p. pp. 41-42
Numbers may not total due to rounding. In discussion with EfficiencyOne, as well as in a review of the annual report, we identified a number of factors that contributed to the underspend, including: 1. Incentive costs were approximately $5...

AI summary EfficiencyOne identified factors contributing to underspending in the DSM Plan, including lower-than-expected participation in RDI and Direct Installation programs, changes in program structure, and fewer new construction projects in the Custom component. These issues affected incentive costs and overall program performance in 2015.

Table 16: 2016-2018 Expected Units Rebated vs. Actual Units Rebated by Program Component p. p. 51
Table 16: 2016-2018 Expected Units Rebated vs. Actual Units Rebated by Program Component Planned Units Actual Units Rebated Rebated Variance - Program Component 2016-2018 2016-2018 Actual to Plan % of Plan Appliance Retirement 23,503 17,77...

AI summary Table 16 compares the planned and actual units rebated from 2016 to 2018 by program component, showing significant variances. For example, the 'Instant Savings' program exceeded its plan by over 1000%, while 'Home Energy Assessment' fell short by 66%. Overall, actual rebated units were 284% of the planned amount.

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