Decision

This document is a ruling from the Nova Scotia Energy Board (NSEB) in a regulatory matter, covering the approval of Nova Scotia Power Incorporated's 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, with specific exceptions and directions provided. Topics include the approval of the ACE Plan, concerns raised about specific projects such as the 2026 RTU Deployment and the TUC Shoreline Sheet Pile Refurbishment, discussions on routine capital expenditures, cost estimation methodologies, and recommendations for improved transparency and reporting in the Routine Program. The document also addresses the Five-Year Reliability Plan, infrastructure improvements, and proposed changes to the CEJC regarding scope changes and project definitions.