Enbridge believes beneficial…

Enbridge believes beneficial electrification should focus on reducing GHG emissions through fuel-switching without compromising system reliability or requiring additional investments in generation, transmission, or distribution infrastructure. While Enbridge supports energy efficiency programs for both natural gas and electricity, we emphasize that beneficial electrification should be treated separately. It should not be funded through electricity Demand Side Management (eDSM), as beneficial electrification promotes additional load rather than effectively managing demand. Additionally, clear distinctions between natural gas and electricity efficiency and conservation programs are essential to avoid overlap, ensure program effectiveness, and prevent unnecessary infrastructure investments.

Enbridge recommends the government provides a clear definition of beneficial electrification, ensures it is not included in eDSM, and avoids duplication between electricity and natural gas efficiency and conservation programs.