N-1Demand Response Potential Study for 2021-2045
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Eligible Customer DR Option Brief Description End Use Classes Electric Furnace 3 Residential Heat Pump 4 Control of electric loads by a thermostat Direct Load Control (DLC) Small Commercial and/or load control switch. HVAC 5 Small Industri...
AI summary The text outlines various demand response (DR) options available to eligible customers, including Direct Load Control (DLC) and BNI Curtailment, detailing their mechanisms, applicable customer classes, and associated costs or benefits.
, use of a furnace or boiler for space heating), and equipment and system efficiency levels are all represented within the model for each segment, as required and as permitted by data availability. ©2019 Navigant Consulting, Ltd. Page 20 N...
AI summary The document outlines the segmentation of residential and BNI customers for energy efficiency and demand response studies, highlighting different customer segments based on building type and occupancy.
the type of residential building occupied, as shown in Figure 2-2. Figure 2-2. Description of Residential Segments Segment Description Mi’kmaw Mi’kmaw Households, blended building type Single-Family Market Rate Detached, attached, row and/...
AI summary The text provides a breakdown of residential segments in Nova Scotia, including Mi’kmaw households, single-family and multifamily housing, categorized by income level and market rate. It references data from Navigant, based on Nova Scotia customer and StatsCan data, and includes estimates of housing stocks by type.
portion of the study, these values were calibrated to the 2018 Nova Scotia Power load forecast (before DSM). Figure 2-7 shows the estimated total electricity consumption by sector in 2019 before DSM. As stated previously, Navigant included...
AI summary The study calibrated electricity consumption values to the 2018 Nova Scotia Power load forecast before DSM. It includes a breakdown of electricity consumption by sector in 2019 and outlines the characterization of 183 energy efficiency measures across residential and BNI sectors.
scenarios reach 1,175, 1,540 and 1,590 GWh, respectively. Figure 8-7. EE Residential Market Potential, Cumulative Electricity Savings (GWh, net at generator) Source: Navigant analysis ©2019 Navigant Consulting, Ltd. Page 67 Nova Scotia Ene...
AI summary The document presents figures illustrating the potential electricity savings from energy efficiency (EE) and demand response initiatives in Nova Scotia, focusing on residential and BNI sectors. It outlines cumulative electricity savings and winter peak demand reductions by scenario in 2045, based on Navigant analysis.
ndix F. Figure 8-14. EE Base Case Market Potential, Cumulative Winter Peak Demand Savings by Customer Segment (MW, net at generator) Source: Navigant analysis ©2019 Navigant Consulting, Ltd. Page 74 Nova Scotia Energy Efficiency and Demand...
AI summary The document presents energy efficiency and demand response potential study results for Nova Scotia from 2021 to 2045. It highlights that residential and BNI lighting, as well as residential HVAC, are the top electricity-saving measures. Residential LED bulbs and custom energy efficiency programs are emphasized for their significant savings potential.
• Residential Level 1: By Sector • Commercial and Industrial (BNI) • Electric Vehicles (EV) • Residential • BNI » Small Commercial » Large Commercial Level 2: By Customer Class 13 » Small Industrial » Large Industrial » Interruptible Rider...
AI summary The text outlines a hierarchical classification of customer classes and sectors within the electricity sector, including residential, commercial and industrial (BNI), and electric vehicles, with further sub-classifications by building type and customer class.
Services » Market Rate • Electric Vehicles Source: Navigant Level 1: Sector Navigant segmented customers into residential and BNI sectors. Additionally, Electric vehicles (EVs) are considered in aggregate across all customer classes since...
AI summary Navigant segmented customers into residential and BNI sectors for the Nova Scotia Energy Efficiency and Demand Response Potential Study. EVs were considered collectively, and BNI customers were divided into five categories based on demand values. Residential customers and EV owners were not further segmented due to low demand variation.
hievable potential by customer class, and reveals: • Potential from residential customers makes up 62 MW or 86% of the total 2045 potential and is associated with DLC and CPP. • Potential from interruptible rider, small commercial, and lar...
AI summary The document outlines the achievable demand response (DR) potential by customer class and building type for 2045. Residential customers account for the majority (86% and 73%, respectively) of the total potential, with DLC and CPP being key contributors. Other customer classes contribute smaller percentages.
12.1 Energy Efficiency • Near-term Electricity Savings: The majority of near-term savings are from the Res HVAC, Res Lighting, and BNI Lighting end uses. Residential screw-in LED Bulb ranks as the highest electricity- saving market potenti...
AI summary The text discusses energy efficiency initiatives in Nova Scotia, focusing on near-term electricity and winter peak demand savings from residential and BNI lighting and HVAC measures. It highlights the success of EfficiencyOne's programs, challenges due to market saturation and tightening codes, and the potential of HVAC fuel switching to remove end-use loads from homes.
in the following table. Figure 3. Potential Study Customer Segments Category Sub-Categories a) Residential (with low-income treated as a subcomponent) Sector b) Business, Non-Profit and Institutional (all non-Residential customers) c) Cook...
AI summary The text outlines potential customer segments for a study, categorizing them by sector, end use, building type, and region. The segments include residential, business, non-profit, institutional, and industrial customers, with further subcategories such as low-income and First Nations.
Description Level 1 1. Residential By Sector 2. Business, Non-profit and Institutional (BNI) 3. Residential o Single and Multi-Family o Low Income 4. Commercial Level 2 o Small General Demand By Segment o General Demand o Large General (fo...
AI summary The text outlines a classification system for electricity sectors and end uses, divided into levels and segments. It includes residential, business, non-profit, institutional, commercial, and industrial sectors, each with subcategories such as low-income, single and multi-family, and specific end uses like space heating and electric vehicles.
7. BNI: HVAC, electric water heating, lighting, industrial (for each segment) processes, electric vehicles, batteries Level 1: Sector Navigant will segment customers between the residential and business, non-profit and institutional (BNI)...
AI summary The document outlines the segmentation of customers for a demand response (DR) analysis, including residential, business, non-profit, institutional (BNI), and industrial sectors. Customers are grouped into segments based on rate schedules, with specific considerations for low-income and First Nation customers. The breakdown includes end-use analysis for winter peak demand.
Appendix B Nova Scotia Residential Sector and BNI Sector Baseline Study
AI summary This document presents an appendix containing a study on the baseline energy usage in the residential sector and the BNI sector in Nova Scotia. It provides foundational data for understanding energy consumption patterns in these sectors.
ntial Sector Online Survey Instrument Page 2 ©2019 Navigant Consulting, Ltd. Date Filed: August 14, 2019 Page 6 of 42 Nova Scotia Energy Efficiency and Demand Response Potential Study for 2021-2045 Appendix B Nova Scotia Residential Sector...
AI summary This section summarizes findings from the residential sector online survey and onsite visits in Nova Scotia, providing insights into baseline conditions in dwelling units. Survey responses were distributed as follows: 46.3% from the Halifax region, 40.2% from the rest of the mainland, and 13.5% from Cape Breton Island.
alifax region, 40.2% from the rest of the mainland, and 13.5% from Cape Breton Island. Figure 1. Residential Sector – Survey Responses by Region ©2019 Navigant Consulting, Ltd. Page 4 Date Filed: August 14, 2019 Page 8 of 42 Nova Scotia En...
AI summary The document provides survey data on residential electricity usage in Nova Scotia, highlighting regional distribution, home ownership, and heating sources. Key findings include the prevalence of electric and oil heating, the use of heat pumps, and the proportion of households with secondary heating systems.
dryer. Figure 5 illustrates the number and age of electric clothes dryers of survey respondents. Figure 5. Residential Sector – Clothes Dryers ©2019 Navigant Consulting, Ltd. Page 7 Date Filed: August 14, 2019 Page 11 of 42 Nova Scotia Ene...
AI summary The document discusses energy efficiency in residential appliances, including electric clothes dryers, washing machines, and refrigerators and freezers. It provides survey data on the age and type of these appliances among respondents in Nova Scotia.
Page 12 of 42 Nova Scotia Energy Efficiency and Demand Response Potential Study for 2021-2045 Appendix B 2.7 Residential – Power Bars As indicated in Figure 8, on average, respondents have three power bars in their homes, and almost none o...
AI summary The document discusses residential power bar usage in Nova Scotia, noting that most households have three power bars, with few being smart models. Smart power bars are designed to improve energy efficiency by monitoring and controlling power to each outlet.
Page 13 of 42 Nova Scotia Energy Efficiency and Demand Response Potential Study for 2021-2045 Appendix B 2.8 Residential – Water Heaters Figure 9 details the majority of respondents (77%) have a water heater in their home, with 29% being n...
AI summary The text discusses residential water heater and plumbing fixture usage in Nova Scotia, noting that 77% of respondents have a water heater, with 29% being non-electric. Most homes have low-flow faucets, but few have heat pump or smart water heaters. Many homes without individual water heaters likely use central systems in multi-tenant buildings.
gs (Higher Cost Project) 2.16 Residential Sector Demographics Residential survey participants participated from all three regional municipalities as shown in Figure 18. Figure 18. Residential Sector – Home Ownership and Municipality of Res...
AI summary The document provides demographic data on residential survey participants, including regional distribution, gender and age distribution, and household income levels. It also introduces a section summarizing findings from the BNI sector survey regarding baseline conditions in Nova Scotia facilities.
pursue it if it saved them $5,000 or more annually, or had a 1.5 year payback period. Figure 33. BNI Sector – Cost Savings (Lower Cost Project) ©2019 Navigant Consulting, Ltd. Page 26 Date Filed: August 14, 2019 Page 30 of 42 Nova Scotia E...
AI summary The document discusses cost savings thresholds for BNI sector businesses, indicating that a majority would pursue projects with annual savings of $5,000 or more, or a 1.5-year payback period, depending on the project's cost.
This section presents online survey findings for the residential and BNI sector surveys. 4.1 Online Survey Residential Sector Findings 4.1.1 Basic Home Characteristics
AI summary This section presents online survey findings for the residential and BNI sector surveys, starting with basic home characteristics in the residential sector.
This section summarizes the basic home characteristics of residential dwellings in Nova Scotia. It is important to note that all data presented in this section is self-reported data gathered utilizing the residential sector online survey....
AI summary This section provides an overview of residential dwelling characteristics in Nova Scotia based on self-reported data from an online survey. It highlights the distribution of dwelling types, ownership, age, and household income, with key findings including the prevalence of single-family homes, home ownership rates, and income distribution.
did not know the age of their home. Household Income 29% of respondents indicated they are low income (low income cut-offs based on Statistics Canada measures). 71% of respondents are not low income. Utility Bill Payment 89% of residents s...
AI summary The study highlights that 29% of respondents are low income, and 89% pay their own electricity bills. The survey covers residents in Halifax, Mainland Nova Scotia, and Cape Breton Island, with a focus on residential lighting in the context of energy efficiency.
Page 32 of 42 Nova Scotia Energy Efficiency and Demand Response Potential Study for 2021-2045 Appendix B 4.1.2 Residential Lighting A summary of the distribution of all lighting types for both interior and exterior lamps is shown in Figure...
AI summary This section discusses the distribution of residential lighting types in Nova Scotia, highlighting that 80% of light bulbs are general service bulbs, with specialty bulbs accounting for 13% of lighting.
l Service Bulbs 80% of light bulbs were general service bulbs. Specialty Bulbs Specialty bulbs accounted for an additional 13% of lighting.. Linear Fluorescent Bulbs Respondents reported more than 7% of bulbs were linear fluorescent lights...
AI summary The text provides survey data on residential lighting and heating equipment in Nova Scotia. It details the distribution of bulb types, including general service, specialty, linear fluorescent, and LED bulbs, as well as the prevalence of dimmer switches and motion detection systems. It also outlines findings on residential heating equipment, such as the percentage of households using electric heating as a primary or backup source.
62% of households have a secondary heating system installed. Of Backup these, 26% use some form of electric heating as a backup source. Fuel Oil Heating 31% of primary heating systems are fuel oil. Programmable 27% of residents surveyed re...
AI summary The text discusses residential heating systems and energy efficiency in Nova Scotia, noting the prevalence of secondary heating systems, fuel oil usage, programmable thermostats, and mini-split heat pumps among households. It also references a study on residential water heating and conservation.
Appendix B 4.1.4 Residential Water Heating and Water Conservation Figure 38 presents details on the water heating equipment present in the surveyed homes. Figure 38. Residential Water Heating Profile Measure / Characteristics Online Survey...
AI summary The appendix provides data on residential water heating equipment and water conservation measures in Nova Scotia. 71% of primary water heaters are electric resistance, with varying ages and features. Only 3% of households reported owning a smart water heater, and no heat pump water heaters were reported.
o have a smart water heater. A summary of shower heads and faucets is shown in Figure 39. Figure 39. Residential Water Conservation Profile Measure / Characteristic Online Survey Findings Shower Heads 92% of residential homes have one or t...
AI summary The text summarizes findings from a residential water conservation survey, highlighting the prevalence of shower heads and faucets in homes, including the installation of low-flow shower heads and faucet aerators. It also references a study on residential appliances, such as refrigerators and freezers.
Figure 40 summarizes the findings for all refrigerators, freezers and mini or wine refrigerators. Figure 40. Residential Appliances Profile Measure / Characteristic Online Survey Findings Residential Refrigerators 85% of all homes surveyed...
AI summary Figure 40 provides a summary of findings related to residential refrigerators and freezers, including ownership rates and ages of appliances based on survey data.
24% of stand-alone freezers are less than 5 years old. 33% are at least 5 years but less than 10 years old, and 43% are 10 years or older. Residential Mini 75% of homes reported having no mini refrigerator or wine Refrigerators or Wine fri...
AI summary The document provides statistics on the age distribution of various household appliances, including stand-alone freezers, mini refrigerators or wine fridges, and clothes washers. It highlights that a significant portion of these appliances are older than 10 years, which may have implications for energy efficiency and replacement programs.
washers were reported to be 5 years old or newer, while 40% were between 5 years and 10 years old, and 25% 10 years old or older. Residential Clothes Dryers The majority (87%) of households surveyed have a single clothes dryer, while 8% ha...
AI summary The document provides data on the age and ownership of residential clothes dryers and power bars. Most dryers are not heat pump models, and most power bars are basic models without smart features. The data is part of a customer survey.
e specify: ) 98 Don’t know /Not sure Please note that in the remaining questions, home refers to your primary place of residence in Nova Scotia. © Narrative Research, 2019 2 Date Filed: August 14, 2019 Page 2 of 15 Nova Scotia Energy Effic...
AI summary This section of the survey collects data on the number and age of electric clothes dryers and washers in residential homes in Nova Scotia. It includes questions about the quantity of dryers, the number of heat pump dryers, and the age distribution of dryers.
ER _ 98 Don’t know 10. How many clothes washers do you have in your home? RECORD NUMBER _ 98 Don’t know © Narrative Research, 2019 3 Date Filed: August 14, 2019 Page 3 of 15 Nova Scotia Energy Efficiency and Demand Response Potential Study...
AI summary The text contains survey questions about the number of clothes washers in a home and their types, including front-loading and top-loading models. The survey was conducted in 2019 as part of a study on energy efficiency and demand response potential in Nova Scotia.
IF 1 OR MORE IN Q.27] Of this/these [INSERT NUMBER FROM Q.27] thermostat(s), how many are: [ONLY ALLOW NUMBER FOR EACH EQUAL TO OR LESS THAN WHAT WAS ENTERED IN Q.21] RECORD Don’t know NUMBER b) programmable, that is, you can set schedules...
AI summary The text contains survey questions about residential energy efficiency, specifically asking about the number of programmable and smart thermostats in homes. It is part of a larger study on energy efficiency and demand response potential in Nova Scotia.
tial Study for 2021-2045 Appendix B-1 2019 E1 Residential Survey – Final IF ‘YES,’ DECREASE AND ASK UNTIL ‘NO’ OR NONE REMAINING. IF ‘NO,’ INCREASE AND ASK UNTIL ‘YES,’ OR NONE REMAINING Yes No Don’t know a) $100 1 2 8 b) $250 1 2 8...
AI summary This section presents survey responses from the 2019 E1 Residential Survey, showing the number of respondents who indicated willingness to pay various amounts for energy efficiency measures, with responses categorized as 'Yes,' 'No,' or 'Don’t know.'
2019 E1 Residential Survey – Final 37c. [POSE IF TOTAL IN Q36 A AND B=5 or more] Was your household income before taxes last year below $57,747? 1 Yes 2 No 3 Prefer not to say 98 Don’t know/Not sure 38. Do you live within a First Nations C...
AI summary The text includes a residential survey from 2019 that asks questions about household income, First Nations community residence, and primary heating energy sources. It is part of a study on energy efficiency and demand response potential in Nova Scotia for the period 2021-2045.
lar 99 Other [SPECIFY: ] 97 None – no other type of heating is used in my home 98 Don’t know/Not sure 41. [POSE IF ‘ELECTRICITY’ IN Q 39 OR 40] What type of electric heating does your residence use? CODE ONE ONLY 1 Electric Baseboards (e.g...
AI summary The text includes survey questions about heating types and home age, focusing on electric heating systems and residential property information. These questions are part of data collection for energy efficiency or utility planning purposes.
Number of Smart LED Don’t know Bulbs a) Linear lighting (i.e., Tube lamps) _ 8 b) Pole mounted area lights which is _ exterior lighting generally used to provide illumination to areas for 8 vehicle and pedestrian use, with light fixtures...
AI summary The text lists various types of lighting systems and their corresponding categories, with a focus on the number of Smart LED bulbs used in each category. The data includes linear lighting, pole-mounted area lights, track/mono-point direction lights, downlight luminaires, flood lights, and general service lights, with some entries marked as 'Don’t know'.
SPECIFY: ) That concludes the survey. Thank you for your assistance and cooperation. It is greatly appreciated! © Narrative Research, 2019 16 Date Filed: August 14, 2019 Page 16 of 16 Nova Scotia Energy Efficiency and Demand Response Poten...
AI summary The text is a concluding statement from a survey conducted by Narrative Research in 2019, related to a Nova Scotia Energy Efficiency and Demand Response Potential Study for 2021-2045. It indicates the end of the survey and acknowledges the participant's assistance.
1 0 0 0 WEIGHTED SAMPLE SIZE (#) 1002 435 145 422 477 521 242 326 434 261 639 672 330 423 572 258 454 548 220 782 167 169 142 156 UNWEIGHTED SAMPLE SIZE (#) 1002 464 135 403 450 548 202 333 467 246 651 681 321 428 573 268 458 544 218 784 1...
AI summary The text provides statistical data from a survey on residential electricity usage in Nova Scotia, including weighted and unweighted sample sizes, and references a study on energy efficiency and demand response potential for 2021-2045. It also mentions a narrative research document filed on August 14, 2019.
450 548 202 333 467 246 651 681 321 428 573 268 458 544 218 784 169 170 150 153 2 Narrative Research NAV002-1000 Date Filed: August 14, 2019 Page 2 of 54 Nova Scotia Energy Efficiency and Demand Response Potential Study for 2021-2045 Appen...
AI summary The document presents a table from a 2019 electricity usage survey focusing on residential places of residence in Nova Scotia. It is part of a study on energy efficiency and demand response potential for the period 2021-2045.
2019 Electricity Usage Surveys - Residential TABLE 8: [IF Q7 '1' OR MORE] Of this/these [Q7 RESPONSE] clothes dryer(s), how many are heat pump dryers?
AI summary The text refers to a 2019 electricity usage survey focusing on residential clothing dryers, specifically asking about the number of heat pump dryers among respondents.
not of the number of respondents): Q7. How many electric clothes dryers do you have in your home? Q8. [IF Q7 '1' OR MORE] Of this/these [Q7 RESPONSE] clothes dryer(s), how many are heat pump dryers? REGION GENDER AGE LOW INCOME HOME HEATIN...
AI summary The text contains survey questions and data about the number of electric clothes dryers and heat pump dryers in homes across different regions, genders, ages, and income levels in Nova Scotia. The data includes proportions and sample sizes, both weighted and unweighted.
221 576 634 247 387 509 242 415 466 214 667 160 156 140 145 UNWEIGHTED SAMPLE SIZE (#) 890 406 128 356 408 480 159 300 431 213 588 646 244 392 517 252 424 466 210 680 163 160 147 141 This table excludes responses of 'Don't know'. 7 Narrati...
AI summary The document presents a table from a 2019 residential electricity usage survey in Nova Scotia, focusing on the number of households with mini refrigerators or wine fridges. The table includes unweighted sample sizes and excludes responses of 'Don't know'.
REGION GENDER AGE LOW INCOME HOME HEATING TYPE(S) INEXPENSIVE UPGRADES EXPENSIVE UPGRADES AGE OF HOME OVERALL % Other HRM Cape Breton Male Female 18-34 35-54 55+ Yes No Own Rent Oil Electricity Heat pump Familiar (7-10) Unfamiliar (0-6) Fa...
AI summary The text presents a demographic and housing-related survey data, including information on gender, age, low-income status, home ownership, heating types, and the age of homes. It provides percentages and sample sizes across various categories, highlighting data distribution in Nova Scotia.
307 136 401 465 131 291 335 189 285 311 141 455 105 119 109 112 UNWEIGHTED SAMPLE SIZE (#) 615 242 87 286 285 328 78 211 326 137 414 478 137 295 348 196 293 322 143 472 106 124 117 108 This table excludes responses of 'Don't know'. 9 Narra...
AI summary This document presents a table and narrative from a 2019 electricity usage survey conducted in Nova Scotia, focusing on residential energy consumption data. The table includes sample sizes and excludes responses of 'Don't know', providing insights for energy efficiency and demand response studies from 2021-2045.
.2 .2 .3 .2 .2 .3 .2 .3 .2 .2 .2 .2 .3 .2 .3 .2 .4 .2 .3 .3 .1 .2 Responses of 'Don't know' were excluded from calculation of the mean. 10 Narrative Research NAV002-1000 Date Filed: August 14, 2019 Page 10 of 54 Nova Scotia Energy Efficien...
AI summary The document presents data from the 2019 Electricity Usage Surveys - Residential, with responses shown as a proportion of the total number of specific items. It is part of the Nova Scotia Energy Efficiency and Demand Response Potential Study for 2021-2045, and is part of Appendix B-3.
.9 .9 .9 .8 .9 .8 1.0 .9 .8 .9 Responses of 'Don't know' were excluded from calculation of the mean. 11 Narrative Research NAV002-1000 Date Filed: August 14, 2019 Page 11 of 54 Nova Scotia Energy Efficiency and Demand Response Potential St...
AI summary The text presents data from a 2019 survey on residential electricity usage in Nova Scotia, focusing on responses regarding hot water heaters. It excludes 'Don't know' responses and provides statistical information from the survey.
REGION GENDER AGE LOW INCOME HOME HEATING TYPE(S) INEXPENSIVE UPGRADES EXPENSIVE UPGRADES AGE OF HOME OVERALL % Other HRM Cape Breton Male Female 18-34 35-54 55+ Yes No Own Rent Oil Electricity Heat pump Familiar (7-10) Unfamiliar (0-6) Fa...
AI summary The text presents survey data on residential energy-related features and demographics in Nova Scotia, including statistics on hot water heater tank wraps, ducts for exhaust gas, smart water heaters, and heat pump water heaters across different regions, genders, ages, income levels, and home characteristics.
564 147 312 432 221 339 372 170 541 141 145 116 132 UNWEIGHTED SAMPLE SIZE (#) 712 282 102 328 327 383 113 248 351 167 472 568 144 314 439 226 340 372 165 547 139 147 122 130 This table excludes responses of 'Don't know'. 12 Narrative Rese...
AI summary The text presents a table with numerical data and a narrative research section from a study on Nova Scotia's energy efficiency and demand response potential. It includes a survey question about the number of shower heads in a home, indicating data collection efforts for residential electricity usage.
383 438 150 269 404 209 535 580 243 368 467 222 409 414 200 623 135 145 133 135 15 Narrative Research NAV002-1000 Date Filed: August 14, 2019 Page 15 of 54 Nova Scotia Energy Efficiency and Demand Response Potential Study for 2021-2045 App...
AI summary The text includes a table from a 2019 electricity usage survey asking residential respondents about the number of mini-split heat pumps they have, specifically counting exterior condensing units. The table is part of a study on energy efficiency and demand response potential in Nova Scotia.
REGION GENDER AGE LOW INCOME HOME HEATING TYPE(S) INEXPENSIVE UPGRADES EXPENSIVE UPGRADES AGE OF HOME OVERALL % Other HRM Cape Breton Male Female 18-34 35-54 55+ Yes No Own Rent Oil Electricity Heat pump Familiar (7-10) Unfamiliar (0-6) Fa...
AI summary The text presents a table with demographic and housing-related data, including gender, age, income level, home ownership, heating types, and age of homes. It includes percentages for various categories across different regions in Nova Scotia.
.3 .3 .3 .2 .4 .2 .4 .3 .1 .1 Responses of 'Don't know' were excluded from calculation of the mean. 17 Narrative Research NAV002-1000 Date Filed: August 14, 2019 Page 17 of 54 Nova Scotia Energy Efficiency and Demand Response Potential Stu...
AI summary The text presents statistical data from residential electricity usage surveys conducted in 2019, focusing on the number of thermostats in homes and the proportion of programmable thermostats. The data is presented in a table format and includes responses from survey participants.
237 419 478 199 698 151 155 136 144 TABLE 29A: How many, if any, of the following does your home have? Dehumidifier
AI summary The text presents a table asking about the presence of a dehumidifier in a home, indicating a survey or data collection effort related to household appliances.
REGION GENDER AGE LOW INCOME HOME HEATING TYPE(S) INEXPENSIVE UPGRADES EXPENSIVE UPGRADES AGE OF HOME OVERALL % Other HRM Cape Breton Male Female 18-34 35-54 55+ Yes No Own Rent Oil Electricity Heat pump Familiar (7-10) Unfamiliar (0-6) Fa...
AI summary The data provides a demographic breakdown of respondents by region, gender, age, income, home ownership, heating type, and familiarity with energy upgrades. It includes weighted sample sizes and percentages for various categories, offering insights into the distribution of low-income households, heating sources, and awareness of energy-efficient upgrades.
REGION GENDER AGE LOW INCOME HOME HEATING TYPE(S) INEXPENSIVE UPGRADES EXPENSIVE UPGRADES AGE OF HOME OVERALL % Other HRM Cape Breton Male Female 18-34 35-54 55+ Yes No Own Rent Oil Electricity Heat pump Familiar (7-10) Unfamiliar (0-6) Fa...
AI summary The table presents demographic data on low-income households in Nova Scotia, including gender, age, home ownership, heating types, and familiarity with energy upgrades. It highlights disparities in distribution across regions like HRM, Cape Breton, and Mainland NS.
.3 .3 .3 .2 .3 .2 .2 .4 .4 .3 Responses of 'Don't know' were excluded from calculation of the mean. 19 Narrative Research NAV002-1000 Date Filed: August 14, 2019 Page 19 of 54 Nova Scotia Energy Efficiency and Demand Response Potential Stu...
AI summary This text includes a table from a 2019 electricity usage survey, asking residential participants to count and categorize their light bulbs. The survey is part of a study on energy efficiency and demand response potential in Nova Scotia for the years 2021–2045.
301 427 226 585 618 277 387 521 250 423 472 208 687 153 155 138 141 MEAN .5 .5 .8 .4 .6 .4 .4 .9 .2 .5 .5 .5 .4 .5 .6 .6 .5 .5 .8 .4 .6 1.0 .3 .3 Responses of 'Don't know' or above 85 were excluded from calculation of the mean. 23 Narrativ...
AI summary The text presents data from a 2019 electricity usage survey focusing on residential linear fluorescent lighting, specifically tube lights. It includes statistical values and a table reference related to survey responses.
REGION GENDER AGE LOW INCOME HOME HEATING TYPE(S) INEXPENSIVE UPGRADES EXPENSIVE UPGRADES AGE OF HOME OVERALL % Other HRM Cape Breton Male Female 18-34 35-54 55+ Yes No Own Rent Oil Electricity Heat pump Familiar (7-10) Unfamiliar (0-6) Fa...
AI summary The text presents statistical data on various demographic and home-related factors, including income, heating types, age of homes, and the proportion of households with different lighting technologies. The data is segmented by region, gender, age, and low-income status, providing insights into household characteristics and energy-related upgrades.
REGION GENDER AGE LOW INCOME HOME HEATING TYPE(S) INEXPENSIVE UPGRADES EXPENSIVE UPGRADES AGE OF HOME OVERALL % Other HRM Cape Breton Male Female 18-34 35-54 55+ Yes No Own Rent Oil Electricity Heat pump Familiar (7-10) Unfamiliar (0-6) Fa...
AI summary The text presents a table with demographic and housing-related data, including gender, age, income, home ownership, heating types, and familiarity with energy upgrades. It shows statistics across different regions of Nova Scotia, such as HRM, Cape Breton, and Mainland NS, and categorizes responses based on age, income, and heating type.
50 57 0 67 51 61 54 58 MEAN 3.4 3.6 3.4 3.2 3.5 3.3 4.3 2.9 3.2 3.3 3.3 3.2 3.7 3.4 3.7 3.8 3.7 3.1 8.9 2.0 3.9 2.6 3.3 3.3 This question was randomly posed to approximately one in four respondents. 26 Narrative Research NAV002-1000 Date F...
AI summary The text presents a survey from 2019 regarding residential electricity usage in Nova Scotia, focusing on respondents' familiarity with ENERGY STAR Mini Split Heat Pumps. The survey was part of a broader study on energy efficiency and demand response potential for the period 2021-2045.
REGION GENDER AGE LOW INCOME HOME HEATING TYPE(S) INEXPENSIVE UPGRADES EXPENSIVE UPGRADES AGE OF HOME OVERALL % Other HRM Cape Breton Male Female 18-34 35-54 55+ Yes No Own Rent Oil Electricity Heat pump Familiar (7-10) Unfamiliar (0-6) Fa...
AI summary The text presents a table containing demographic and housing-related data, including gender, age, income level, home ownership, heating types, and familiarity with energy upgrades. It includes statistics across different regions and demographics in Nova Scotia.
2019 Electricity Usage Surveys - Residential TABLE 32_3: Before today, how familiar were you with: Heat Pump Clothes Dryers
AI summary The document text references a 2019 Electricity Usage Survey focusing on residential heat pump clothes dryers. It includes a table labeled 'TABLE 32_3' and asks about familiarity with heat pump clothes dryers before a specific date.
REGION GENDER AGE LOW INCOME HOME HEATING TYPE(S) INEXPENSIVE UPGRADES EXPENSIVE UPGRADES AGE OF HOME OVERALL % Other HRM Cape Breton Male Female 18-34 35-54 55+ Yes No Own Rent Oil Electricity Heat pump Familiar (7-10) Unfamiliar (0-6) Fa...
AI summary The text presents a table with demographic and housing-related data, including gender, age, income, home ownership, heating types, and familiarity with energy upgrades. It includes statistics across different regions in Nova Scotia.
8 87 0 90 83 90 96 76 MEAN 1.4 1.9 1.1 1.0 1.9 1.1 2.8 1.4 .8 2.0 1.2 1.1 2.1 1.4 1.5 1.0 1.7 1.2 8.6 .7 1.4 .7 .3 1.8 This question was randomly posed to approximately one in four respondents. 28 Narrative Research NAV002-1000 Date Filed:...
AI summary The document presents survey data from 2019 on residential electricity usage in Nova Scotia, focusing on respondents' familiarity with energy-efficient clothes washers. The data is part of a broader study on energy efficiency and demand response potential for 2021-2045.
REGION GENDER AGE LOW INCOME HOME HEATING TYPE(S) INEXPENSIVE UPGRADES EXPENSIVE UPGRADES AGE OF HOME OVERALL % Other HRM Cape Breton Male Female 18-34 35-54 55+ Yes No Own Rent Oil Electricity Heat pump Familiar (7-10) Unfamiliar (0-6) Fa...
AI summary The text provides a table with demographic and housing-related data, including gender, age, low-income status, home ownership, heating types, and the familiarity with energy upgrades. The table includes weighted and unweighted sample sizes for different regions and demographics in Nova Scotia.
0 25 0 11 10 18 0 0 MEAN 7.5 7.4 7.1 7.7 7.8 7.2 6.6 7.1 8.2 7.9 7.5 7.5 7.4 8.0 7.4 8.3 9.2 4.1 8.7 7.2 7.3 6.7 8.4 7.8 This question was randomly posed to approximately one in nine respondents. 35 Narrative Research NAV002-1000 Date File...
AI summary The document presents data from a survey on residential electricity usage in Nova Scotia, focusing on respondents' familiarity with smart power bars. It includes statistical values and a narrative research section from a study conducted in 2019.
0 77 32 64 52 69 64 62 MEAN 3.5 3.3 4.1 3.2 3.9 3.1 2.1 4.5 3.4 4.4 3.2 3.5 3.5 3.3 3.9 3.6 8.7 1.8 5.8 3.0 4.4 2.2 3.3 3.5 This question was randomly posed to approximately one in nine respondents. 36 Narrative Research NAV002-1000 Date F...
AI summary The text presents data from a survey on residential electricity usage in Nova Scotia, focusing on respondents' familiarity with dimmer switches. It includes statistical data and a narrative research section from a study conducted in 2019.
0 40 11 17 13 12 19 3 MEAN 7.0 7.1 6.6 7.0 6.9 7.1 5.5 7.7 7.2 6.9 7.3 7.6 6.1 7.3 7.1 6.8 9.2 3.4 8.3 6.6 7.2 7.8 7.0 8.4 This question was randomly posed to approximately one in nine respondents. 37 Narrative Research NAV002-1000 Date Fi...
AI summary The text presents a table from a survey on residential electricity usage in Nova Scotia, focusing on respondents' familiarity with programmable or smart thermostats. It includes statistical data and a narrative about the survey's methodology and context.
0 45 8 35 20 27 32 22 MEAN 5.2 6.3 5.2 4.4 5.6 4.9 4.6 5.5 5.4 4.7 5.7 5.4 4.8 5.2 5.5 5.5 8.6 3.4 7.6 4.6 5.1 5.1 5.8 5.7 This question was randomly posed to approximately one in nine respondents. 38 Narrative Research NAV002-1000 Date Fi...
AI summary The text presents data from a survey on residential electricity usage in Nova Scotia, focusing on respondents' familiarity with occupancy sensors. The data includes a table with numerical values and a narrative about the survey conducted in 2019.
2019 Electricity Usage Surveys - Residential TABLE 33_7: Before today, how familiar were you with: Low flow Showerheads
AI summary The document text refers to a 2019 Electricity Usage Survey focusing on residential users and includes a table (TABLE 33_7) asking about familiarity with low flow showerheads before a specific date.
REGION GENDER AGE LOW INCOME HOME HEATING TYPE(S) INEXPENSIVE UPGRADES EXPENSIVE UPGRADES AGE OF HOME OVERALL % Other HRM Cape Breton Male Female 18-34 35-54 55+ Yes No Own Rent Oil Electricity Heat pump Familiar (7-10) Unfamiliar (0-6) Fa...
AI summary The text presents a table with demographic and housing-related data, including gender, age, low-income status, home ownership, heating types, and familiarity with home upgrades. It provides statistical breakdowns by region and age groups.
0 39 3 18 6 14 10 0 MEAN 7.0 6.3 7.5 7.6 7.6 6.6 6.7 6.9 7.2 7.3 6.9 7.5 6.2 7.3 6.9 7.4 8.9 3.6 8.5 6.5 7.1 7.6 7.1 8.1 This question was randomly posed to approximately one in nine respondents. 42 Narrative Research NAV002-1000 Date File...
AI summary This text presents statistical data and references a residential electricity usage survey conducted in 2019, focusing on energy efficiency and demand response potential in Nova Scotia. It discusses a hypothetical energy efficiency project with no impact on the quality of home comfort but affecting energy consumption.
REGION GENDER AGE LOW INCOME HOME HEATING TYPE(S) INEXPENSIVE UPGRADES EXPENSIVE UPGRADES AGE OF HOME OVERALL % Other HRM Cape Breton Male Female 18-34 35-54 55+ Yes No Own Rent Oil Electricity Heat pump Familiar (7-10) Unfamiliar (0-6) Fa...
AI summary The text presents a table with demographic and housing data, including gender, age, income, home ownership, heating types, and the familiarity with energy upgrades. It includes weighted and unweighted sample sizes for different regions and demographics in Nova Scotia.
2 6 1 0 0 6 4 WEIGHTED SAMPLE SIZE (#) 230 104 31 95 93 136 47 65 118 72 136 114 115 90 125 32 96 133 54 176 24 25 19 41 UNWEIGHTED SAMPLE SIZE (#) 226 109 28 89 86 140 41 62 123 71 133 110 116 92 120 31 97 129 51 175 25 20 18 41 48 Narrat...
AI summary This section presents data from the 2019 Electricity Usage Surveys - Residential, including weighted and unweighted sample sizes, as part of the Nova Scotia Energy Efficiency and Demand Response Potential Study for 2021-2045.
NAVIGANT 2019 Electricity Usage Surveys - Residential TABLE 37B: [IF Q36A AND Q36B TOTAL 2-4] Was your household income before taxes last year below $40,548?
AI summary The text refers to a 2019 residential electricity usage survey that includes a question about household income before taxes, specifically whether it was below $40,548.
4 0 3 8 0 0 0 WEIGHTED SAMPLE SIZE (#) 54 22 13 19 22 30 17 33 3 16 36 32 21 28 35 11 27 27 14 40 15 7 5 4 UNWEIGHTED SAMPLE SIZE (#) 52 19 13 20 20 31 15 34 3 17 33 32 20 27 34 12 28 24 14 38 14 6 5 5 49 Narrative Research NAV002-1000 Dat...
AI summary The text presents data from the 2019 Electricity Usage Surveys - Residential, specifically a table related to the question 'Do you live within a First Nations Community?' The table includes weighted and unweighted sample sizes across multiple categories.
REGION GENDER AGE LOW INCOME HOME HEATING TYPE(S) INEXPENSIVE UPGRADES EXPENSIVE UPGRADES AGE OF HOME OVERALL % Other HRM Cape Breton Male Female 18-34 35-54 55+ Yes No Own Rent Oil Electricity Heat pump Familiar (7-10) Unfamiliar (0-6) Fa...
AI summary The text presents a table summarizing demographic and home-related data across different regions in Nova Scotia, including gender, age, income level, home ownership, heating types, and the age of homes. It highlights the distribution of various heating methods and their prevalence among different demographic groups.
220 782 167 169 142 156 UNWEIGHTED SAMPLE SIZE (#) 1002 464 135 403 450 548 202 333 467 246 651 681 321 428 573 268 458 544 218 784 169 170 150 153 50 Narrative Research NAV002-1000 Date Filed: August 14, 2019 Page 50 of 54 Nova Scotia Ene...
AI summary This section of the Nova Scotia Energy Efficiency and Demand Response Potential Study for 2021-2045 presents a table from the 2019 Electricity Usage Surveys - Residential, focusing on the types of heating systems used by residents. The table includes survey data on heating systems, with a note that responses should be selected if the respondent does not select 'Don't know/Not sure' for question Q39.
REGION GENDER AGE LOW INCOME HOME HEATING TYPE(S) INEXPENSIVE UPGRADES EXPENSIVE UPGRADES AGE OF HOME OVERALL % Other HRM Cape Breton Male Female 18-34 35-54 55+ Yes No Own Rent Oil Electricity Heat pump Familiar (7-10) Unfamiliar (0-6) Fa...
AI summary The text presents a table with demographic and energy-related data, including gender, age, income, home ownership, heating types, and familiarity with energy upgrades. It highlights variations across different regions and heating sources in Nova Scotia.
Appendix B-3 NAVIGANT 2019 Electricity Usage Surveys - Residential TABLE 39+40: What is the main source of energy used to heat your principal place of residence? [IF Q39 NOT 'Don't know/Not sure'] What other types of heating, if any, do yo...
AI summary This section of the document presents a survey question regarding the main source of energy used for heating and additional heating sources in residential properties, as part of the 2019 Electricity Usage Surveys.
458 544 218 784 169 170 150 153 TABLE 41: [IF Q39 OR Q40 'Electricity] What type of electric heating does your residence use?
AI summary The text presents a set of numbers and a table question regarding the type of electric heating used in a residence, indicating the need for data collection on residential heating methods.
REGION GENDER AGE LOW INCOME HOME HEATING TYPE(S) INEXPENSIVE UPGRADES EXPENSIVE UPGRADES AGE OF HOME OVERALL % Other HRM Cape Breton Male Female 18-34 35-54 55+ Yes No Own Rent Oil Electricity Heat pump Familiar (7-10) Unfamiliar (0-6) Fa...
AI summary The text presents a table with data on heating types and home characteristics in Nova Scotia, including percentages by region, gender, age, income, and home age. It details various heating systems such as electric baseboards, ductless heat pumps, and electric resistance boilers, along with their distribution across different demographic and geographic categories.
8 11 6 7 9 6 5 13 13 7 2 4 10 4 9 4 4 2 8 577 256 74 247 274 300 157 203 217 148 388 384 193 126 572 155 263 314 133 445 122 116 58 67 52 Narrative Research NAV002-1000 Date Filed: August 14, 2019 Page 52 of 54 Nova Scotia Energy Efficienc...
AI summary The document presents a table from a 2019 electricity usage survey focusing on residential electric heating types in Nova Scotia. It is part of a study assessing energy efficiency and demand response potential from 2021 to 2045.
2019 Electricity Usage Surveys - Residential TABLE 41: [IF Q39 OR Q40 'Electricity] What type of electric heating does your residence use? REGION GENDER AGE LOW INCOME HOME HEATING TYPE(S) INEXPENSIVE UPGRADES EXPENSIVE UPGRADES AGE OF HOM...
AI summary The document presents data from 2019 residential electricity usage surveys, including tables that detail the type of electric heating used by residents, demographic information, and the age of homes. The data is organized by region, gender, age, income, and home ownership.
41.6 43.4 37.3 38.3 46.6 55.1 38.5 42.5 . 53.7 36.0 34.9 44.1 40.9 46.1 41.3 12.2 28.9 43.8 88.3 53 Narrative Research NAV002-1000 Date Filed: August 14, 2019 Page 53 of 54 Nova Scotia Energy Efficiency and Demand Response Potential Study...
AI summary The document presents a table from the Nova Scotia Energy Efficiency and Demand Response Potential Study for 2021-2045, focusing on residential electricity usage surveys conducted in 2019. It includes a question about who pays for household electricity, with a range of numerical data likely representing survey responses.
89 19 44 87 64 44 43 34 39 52 32 50 89 41 MEAN 1.7 1.9 1.5 1.4 1.9 1.3 1.2 1.5 3.0 .9 1.5 3.5 1.7 2.2 2.2 Responses of greater than 10 were excluded from calculation of the mean. TABLE 14: [IF Q13 1 OR MORE] Of this/these motors, how many...
AI summary The text provides statistical data and a table asking about the use of EC Motors in HVAC, refrigeration equipment, or appliances. It excludes responses above 10 from the mean calculation and defines EC Motors as electronically commutated motors used to vary speed.
, refrigeration equipment, or appliances use EC Motors? EC Motors refer to an electronically commutated motor that uses electronic controls to vary its speed. They may be known as brushless DC motors. REGION BUSINESS PREMISES FT EMPLOYEES...
AI summary The text discusses the use of EC Motors in refrigeration equipment and appliances, and includes a table showing the proportion of businesses using EC Motors across different regions and heating types, as well as data on lighting usage including LED and smart bulbs.
s (LED + non-LED)] Q15A_1. Number of Non-LED Bulbs Q15A_2. Number of LED Bulbs Q16A. [IF Q15A_LED 1 OR MORE] Of these LED light bulbs, how many are connected to the internet (i.e., smart lightbulbs)? REGION BUSINESS PREMISES FT EMPLOYEES S...
AI summary The text presents a table with data on the number of LED and non-LED bulbs, the proportion of LED bulbs connected to the internet, and related demographic and business information. The data is organized by region, business premises type, employee count, square footage, and heating type. Responses with more than 1,000 bulbs were excluded from the table.
s (LED + non-LED)] Q15C_1. Number of Non-LED Bulbs Q15C_2. Number of LED Bulbs Q16C. [IF Q15C_LED 1 OR MORE] Of these LED light bulbs, how many are connected to the internet (i.e., smart lightbulbs)? REGION BUSINESS PREMISES FT EMPLOYEES S...
AI summary The text presents survey data on the number of LED and non-LED bulbs, the proportion of LED bulbs connected to the internet (smart bulbs), and demographic information about business premises in Nova Scotia, including region, ownership, employee count, square footage, and heating types.
s (LED + non-LED)] Q15D_1. Number of Non-LED Bulbs Q15D_2. Number of LED Bulbs Q16D. [IF Q15D_LED 1 OR MORE] Of these LED light bulbs, how many are connected to the internet (i.e., smart lightbulbs)? REGION BUSINESS PREMISES FT EMPLOYEES S...
AI summary The text presents a set of survey questions and a table containing data on the proportion of LED and non-LED bulbs, as well as the proportion of LED bulbs connected to the internet, across different regions and business premises in Nova Scotia. The data includes metrics such as square footage, heating types, and employment sizes.
s (LED + non-LED)] Q15E_1. Number of Non-LED Bulbs Q15E_2. Number of LED Bulbs Q16E. [IF Q15E_LED 1 OR MORE] Of these LED light bulbs, how many are connected to the internet (i.e., smart lightbulbs)? REGION BUSINESS PREMISES FT EMPLOYEES S...
AI summary The text presents a series of questions and data tables related to the number of LED and non-LED bulbs, as well as the proportion of LED bulbs connected to the internet, across different regions and business premises in Nova Scotia.
s (LED + non-LED)] Q15F_1. Number of Non-LED Bulbs Q15F_2. Number of LED Bulbs Q16F. [IF Q15F_LED 1 OR MORE] Of these LED light bulbs, how many are connected to the internet (i.e., smart lightbulbs)? REGION BUSINESS PREMISES FT EMPLOYEES S...
AI summary The table provides data on the proportion of LED and internet-connected light bulbs in different regions and business premises in Nova Scotia. It includes details on the number of bulbs, square footage, heating types, and employment sizes. Responses with more than 1,000 bulbs were excluded from the table.
ponses shown as a proportion of the total number of specific items, and not of the number of respondents): Parking garage lights [Proportions are shown as a percentage of total bulbs (LED + non-LED)] Q15G_1. Number of Non-LED Bulbs Q15G_2....
AI summary The text presents data on the proportion of LED bulbs and internet-connected LED bulbs in various regions and business premises in Nova Scotia. It includes statistics on the number of bulbs, square footage, heating types, and employment sizes, with responses of more than 1,000 bulbs excluded from the table.
or implementing a(n) [ITEM SEEN IN Q21]. Would you generally pursue an energy efficiency project where the cost to your business after utility rebates is $7,500 if the project saved $[500] per year? REGION BUSINESS PREMISES FT EMPLOYEES SQ...
AI summary The text presents survey data on business willingness to pursue energy efficiency projects, with a focus on cost and savings. It also references a hypothetical energy efficiency project that does not affect the quality of lighting, heating, and cooling but changes energy consumption.