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AI summary The document contains a confidential attachment related to the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, which outlines capital spending strategies for a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia.
1 TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 3 1.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ................................................................................................ 7 4 2.0 2026 ACE PLAN STRUCTURE ...................................................................
AI summary The document outlines the structure and details of the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, including stakeholder engagement, deferred or cancelled capital items from the 2025 ACE Plan, and a summary of expenditures and capital items for the 2026 ACE Plan. It also covers generation-related capital spending.
ION ................................................................................................................. 40 18 6.1 Generation – Carry-over Capital Spending Summary .......................................... 43 19 6.2 Generatio...
AI summary The text outlines sections of the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, including carry-over and new capital spending items for Generation, Transmission, Distribution, and General Plant. The document is marked as confidential and contains attachments.
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AI summary The document outlines the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, which is marked as confidential and includes attachments. The plan is part of a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia.
t........................................................................................ 137 17 11.5 2026 Depreciation Rates ..................................................................................... 138 18 Date: December 12, 2...
AI summary The document outlines the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, which includes appendices such as a confidentiality matrix, project listings, and updates to the Path to 2030 and Five-Year Reliability Plan. It is marked as confidential, with attachments only available.
of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan CONFIDENTIAL (Attachments Only)
AI summary The document contains a confidential attachment related to the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, which outlines proposed capital investments and expenditures for the year 2026.
has resulted in several amendments to project accountability in NS Power’s The Path 26 to 2030 report. The Company continues to engage with both federal and provincial governments 27 to meet the 2030 decarbonization targets in a way that i...
AI summary The document discusses updates to NS Power’s The Path to 2030 report in response to the Board’s 2025 ACE Plan directive, emphasizing project accountability and alignment with 2030 decarbonization targets. It also mentions ongoing engagement with federal and provincial governments and the transition of accountabilities to the IESO-NS.
of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan CONFIDENTIAL (Attachments Only)
AI summary The document contains a confidential attachment related to the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, which outlines proposed capital investments and expenditures for the year 2026.
f the 2026 ACE Plan to address any questions from intervenors after their initial 19 review and prior to the issuance of information requests (IR). 1 Please refer to Section 4.0. Date: December 12, 2025 Page 9 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CON...
AI summary The text references the 2026 ACE Plan and mentions that intervenors will have the opportunity to ask questions after their initial review and before the issuance of information requests (IR). A reference to Section 4.0 is provided for further details.
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AI summary The document refers to the 2026 ACE Plan, which is described as confidential and contains redacted information. The plan is part of a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia.
through a variety of methods and fuel sources, including hydro, coal, oil and gas, biomass, 27 and wind. 28 29 • Section 7.0 – Transmission – This section lists all transmission capital projects submitted 30 for approval, as well as relate...
AI summary The document discusses the 2026 ACE Plan, which outlines annual capital expenditures, and includes a section on transmission capital projects and related spending. The content is marked as confidential and redacted.
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AI summary The text refers to the 2026 ACE Plan, which is marked as confidential and includes attachments. No further details are provided in the excerpt.
ously included in the 26 Company’s Application. The Board’s directives include requests for information on 27 transmission and distribution investment reliability impacts, and the ranking of projects 28 submitted in the ACE Plan for approv...
AI summary The document refers to the 2026 ACE Plan, which includes directives from the Board requesting information on the reliability impacts of transmission and distribution investments, as well as the ranking of projects for approval.
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AI summary The document outlines the 2026 ACE Plan, which is a confidential attachment. It likely contains details related to annual capital expenditures in Nova Scotia's energy sector.
revisions, and updates in track changes for the Detailed and Summary CEJC are provided. 25 In accordance with the Board’s 2016 ACE Plan directive which requires stakeholder 26 engagement of CEJC amendments prior to submission to the Board,...
AI summary The document outlines updates and revisions to the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, including the Mersey Hydro Redevelopment Project, The Path to 2030 report, and the Five-Year Reliability Plan, all in accordance with directives from the Board's ACE Plans from 2016, 2023-2025, and 2024-2025.
with the Board’s 2025 ACE Plan directives, a list of transmission line 17 replacement and upgrade projects that have been approved since the 2021 ACE Plan and 18 completed is provided. Date: December 12, 2025 Page 13 of 782 REDACTED REDACT...
AI summary The 2026 ACE Plan outlines NS Power's capital budget of $702.1 million, with a request for NSEB approval of $284.0 million for 20 capital work orders and the 2026 capital routine program. The plan includes forecasts for capital spending through 2030, though external funding for these initiatives is expected but not yet quantifiable.
.1 $700.0 $589.5 $600.0 $502.2 $500.0 $400.0 $300.0 $200.0 $100.0 $0.0 5 Yr 2025 F as 2026 B 2027 F 2028 F 2029 F 2030 F Average of Q3 2021-2025 19 20 F = Forecast, B = Budget in above figure Date: December 12, 2025 Page 14 of 782 REDACTED...
AI summary The document presents a visual representation of Total Annual Capital Expenditures (ACE) by function over various years, showing actuals, forecasts, and budget figures from 2021 to 2030, with specific emphasis on the 2026 ACE Plan.
$59.7 $76.5 $65.1 $92.4 $83.7 $125.3 $105.0 $86.5 Total $387.6 $540.2 $451.1 $433.1 $699.1 $692.4 $702.1 $724.3 $772.8 $712.5 $589.5 Note: Totals may be off by $0.1M due to rounding. The 2025 Q3 Forecast includes actuals up to July and for...
AI summary NS Power's 2026 ACE Plan focuses on capital investments to maintain and improve system performance and support the Clean Power Plan. Projects are selected based on Board-approved methodologies to ensure value to customers. Key areas include sustaining capital, customer/load-driven investments, and ECEI – Synchronous Condenser projects.
REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan CONFIDENTIAL (Attachments Only) 1 investment types for 2026. NS Power’s investments toward sustaining the Company’s assets, 2 customer driven investments required for load...
AI summary NS Power outlines its 2026 ACE Plan, forecasting capital investments for sustaining assets, load growth, regulatory compliance, and right-of-way widening. The forecast is expected to improve with new information over time.
027 2028 2029 2030 10 11 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 16 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan CONFIDENTIAL (Attachments Only) 1 Figure 4: Breakdown of Capital Forecast by Investment Type 2 (Millions of...
AI summary The 2026 ACE Plan provides a capital forecast breakdown by investment type for the years 2026 to 2030, including categories such as sustaining, customer/load driven, regulatory/compliance, and specific projects like energy storage and synchronous condensers.
82 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan CONFIDENTIAL (Attachments Only) 1 mitigation strategies, ensuring alignment with NS Power’s operational mission and delivering the 2 greatest value to customers. 3 4 A c...
AI summary The 2026 ACE Plan outlines mitigation strategies for high-risk assets based on criticality and condition, emphasizing the importance of aligning with NS Power’s operational mission and delivering value to customers. Mitigation approaches include capital investment, refurbishment, and modifications to maintenance practices, with a focus on affordability and feasibility.
ability 23 • Customer affordability and regulatory context 24 25 Figure 6 below provides a visual representation of the AM Mechanism and its role in risk 26 evaluation and mitigation. 27 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 19 of 782 REDACTED REDA...
AI summary NS Power is requesting Board approval for a 2026 ACE Plan, which includes $49.0 million in capital items and $207.3 million in capital routine programs, as well as amendments to the CEJC. The document outlines the context of customer affordability and regulatory considerations.
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AI summary The text references the 2026 ACE Plan, which is marked as confidential and includes redacted information. The document appears to be part of a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia.
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AI summary The document outlines the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, which is marked as confidential and includes attachments. The plan is part of a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia.
1 5. The Board directs NS Power to provide an update on the Centre for Energy Advancement 2 through Technological Innovation (CEATI) Grid Resiliency working group in the 2026 3 ACE Plan. 6 Please refer to Section 11.1.4. 4 6. The Board dir...
AI summary The Board has directed NS Power to provide updates and analyses related to several projects and plans, including the Centre for Energy Advancement through Technological Innovation (CEATI) Grid Resiliency working group, pole upgrades, The Path to 2030, and the Mersey Hydro System Redevelopment Project, as part of the 2026 ACE Plan.
next depreciation study with the Board prior to filing the 2026 ACE plan, the Board expects 22 the Company to provide an update on the activities it conducted since the filing of the 2025 23 ACE Plan related to evaluating and costing the M...
AI summary The NSEB requires NS Power to provide an update on activities related to the Mersey Hydro System decommissioning and partial decommissioning options since the 2025 ACE Plan was filed, and to include cost estimates for preliminary engineering, stakeholder engagement, and environmental studies in the 2026 ACE Plan.
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AI summary The document outlines the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, which is marked as confidential and includes attachments. The plan is part of a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia.
1 engineering design costs, and procurement costs, in its Mersey system update in the 2026 2 ACE Plan. These cost estimates are also to be included in NS Power’s filing of its NPV 3 analysis comparing the Mersey Redevelopment Project to th...
AI summary The NSEB directs NS Power to include engineering, procurement, and design costs in its 2026 ACE Plan and NPV analysis of the Mersey Redevelopment Project. It also mandates a quality control step in the Project Delivery Model (PDM) and requires NS Power to submit capital expenditures over $1 million for Board approval.
mit any future capital expenditures that exceed $1 20 million for approval to the Board, regardless of the source of funding. 13 NS Power 21 acknowledges the Board’s directive, and confirms its intention to comply; the first project 22 app...
AI summary NS Power acknowledges the Board's directive to seek approval for any future capital expenditures exceeding $1 million. The first project under this directive is CI C0080252, which has a total below $1 million due to federal funding. The 2026 ACE Plan application is also mentioned, with a directive for NS Power to update its response to CA IR-16c.
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AI summary The document outlines the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, which is marked as confidential and includes attachments. The plan is likely related to capital spending and investment strategies for the upcoming year.
suggested that Scope Change should include 28 changes to deliverables and boundaries as set out in the original capital application. 14 Ibid. 15 Ibid. Date: December 12, 2025 Page 25 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOV...
AI summary The text refers to a 2026 ACE Plan and discusses the need for Scope Change to include modifications to deliverables and boundaries as outlined in the original capital application.
25 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan CONFIDENTIAL (Attachments Only)
AI summary The text references the 2026 ACE Plan, which is a confidential document containing attachments. The plan is part of a regulatory proceeding and likely outlines annual capital expenditure strategies.
of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan CONFIDENTIAL (Attachments Only)
AI summary The document contains a confidential attachment related to the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, which outlines proposed capital investments and expenditures for the year 2026.
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AI summary The text references the 2026 ACE Plan, which is a confidential document related to annual capital expenditure planning. It is part of a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia, likely concerning energy sector investments and planning.
1 4.2 2025 ACE Plan Subsequent Submittal List Status Update 2 3 Figure 7 below provides an update to the list of projects that were identified by NS Power in the 4 2025 ACE Plan for later submission for NSEB approval. 5 6 Figure 7: Subsequ...
AI summary The document provides an update on the status of projects identified in the 2025 ACE Plan for subsequent submission to the NSEB for approval. It includes details on project titles, budget amounts, and their current status such as deferred, approved, awaiting approval, or pending submission.
,911 697,061 1,270,573 Approved C0067023 LIN2 2024/25 Capacity 371,610 1,083,800 1,290,724 1,257,127 Approved Requirement Transmission C0044391 Eastern Clean Energy 20,641,301 800,229,290 42,563,143 684,624,989 Filed by Wasoqonatl Initiati...
AI summary The document outlines various transmission and infrastructure projects, including the Eastern Clean Energy Initiative (ECEI) and the 2026 ACE Plan, with associated costs and approval statuses. These projects are part of broader efforts to enhance energy infrastructure in Nova Scotia.
General Plant C0021835 IT - CIS Replacement 2,243,592 77,890,771 1,442,723 84,502,844 2026 ACE Plan Subsequent Submittal C0061284 IT - OT Cyber Security 2,723,682 5,459,313 198,246 6,780,461 Approved Control Implementation C0053699 Renewab...
AI summary The text lists various IT and infrastructure projects under the 2026 ACE Plan, including cybersecurity, distributed intelligence applications, and depot improvements, with details on costs and approval statuses.
Connectivity Subsequent Submittal Enhancements C0068714 IT - Identity & Access 963,267 1,275,524 1,641,892 4,324,589 2026 ACE Plan Management Subsequent Submittal C0061285 IT - Enterprise 664,056 1,179,857 29,797 848,825 2026 ACE Plan Gove...
AI summary The document outlines deferred and cancelled capital work orders from the 2025 ACE Plan, noting that 21 projects have been cancelled and 39 have been deferred. These decisions are guided by NS Power’s asset management processes. Total forecast investment for these 60 projects was $60.3 million in 2025.
he Company’s decisions related to Date: December 12, 2025 Page 29 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan CONFIDENTIAL (Attachments Only) 1 project deferrals to ensure risks are being appropriately managed...
AI summary The 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan outlines NS Power's proposed capital investments totaling approximately $256.3 million. It includes routine capital expenditures and 20 projects, with some items not requiring NSEB approval but included for transparency. The plan also includes carryover projects from previous years.
he 2026 ACE Plan budget also includes 10 investment on multi-year projects that were previously approved by the NSEB (Carryover 11 Projects). 12 13 Figure 8: 2026 Capital Investments by Category Capital Items NSEB Previously 2026 NSEB Fore...
AI summary The 2026 ACE Plan budget includes investments in multi-year projects previously approved by the NSEB, referred to as Carryover Projects. It outlines capital items approved through the 2026 ACE Process, items submitted for later approval, and carryover projects from previous years. The total 2026 ACE Plan is $702.1 million.
.1 Note: NS Power is seeking approval of $207.3 million of routine investment in 2026. Note: Figures presented in the ACE Plan document reflect rounding differences on some line items. 14 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 31 of 782 REDACTED RED...
AI summary NS Power is seeking approval for $49.0 million in capital expenditures in 2026, with a total forecast investment of approximately $76.7 million. The 2026 ACE Plan includes seven new capital items related to boiler refurbishments, turbine replacements, and structural improvements.
TUC3 IP Turbine Refurbishment 13,621 2,588,734 G07 C0068888 TUC3 Continuous Ash Hauling System 1,192,814 1,359,984 Total New Steam Spending $14,416,111 $21,441,542 Gas Turbine G08 C0080135 CT - BGT2 Engine Refurbishment 2,147,663 2,462,664...
AI summary The document outlines capital expenditure plans for various projects in 2026, including turbine refurbishments, transmission upgrades, and other infrastructure improvements, with detailed budget allocations and project totals.
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AI summary The document outlines the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, which is marked as confidential and includes attachments. The plan is part of a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia.
of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan CONFIDENTIAL (Attachments Only)
AI summary The document contains a confidential attachment related to the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, which outlines proposed capital investments and expenditures for the year 2026.
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AI summary The text references the 2026 ACE Plan, which is marked as confidential and includes redacted information. The document appears to be part of a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia.
TED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan CONFIDENTIAL (Attachments Only) CI# Project Title 2026 Budget ($) Project Total ($) C0062043 IT - SharePoint Technical Migration 1,990,219 3,134,674 This project will migrate bu...
AI summary The document outlines the 2026 ACE Plan, including a project to migrate business records to SharePoint online. It also mentions total capital items for subsequent approval, with a focus on projects with estimated costs of less than $1,000,000.
rticular consideration given to the role they play with respect to achieving renewable energy 28 and coal phase-out goals. The approximately $178.2 million generation capital investment plan 29 for 2026 is summarized in Figure 16 below. 30...
AI summary The 2026 ACE Plan outlines a capital investment plan of approximately $178.2 million, with specific allocations for different categories of projects. This includes new capital spending for projects over $1 million, future projects, and smaller projects not requiring approval.
2 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan CONFIDENTIAL (Attachments Only) CI# Project Title Start Final Previous 2026 Budget Subsequent Total Date Date Expenditure ($) Spending Estimate ($) ($) ($) C0080112 HYD B...
AI summary The document outlines the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, detailing various hydroelectric projects with their start and final dates, previous expenditures, and budget estimates. These projects include rotor reinsulation, control upgrades, generator refurbishments, and monitoring enhancements.
2/01 2026/12 3,265 36,251 - 39,516 Total Steam Generation Plant 3,250,145 5,984,853 - 9,234,999 Gas Turbine Generation Plant C0073491 LM6000 191-443 Engine Replacement 2024/08 2025/10 61,326 4,745,151 19,410,812 24,217,289 C0060707 CT BGT1...
AI summary The text presents a table with project details from the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, including project numbers, titles, start and final dates, budget expenditures, and spending estimates. The information is part of a confidential attachment within a regulatory proceeding document.
2,329,053 - 6,914,622 C0068961 2025 PCB Substation Sampling and 2025/09 2026/06 39,831 1,224,293 5,386,809 6,650,933 Replacement Date: December 12, 2025 Page 48 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan CONF...
AI summary The document references the 2026 ACE Plan, which is marked as confidential and includes attachments. It contains financial figures and project details related to the PCB Substation Sampling and Replacement in 2025.
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AI summary The document outlines the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, which is marked as confidential and includes attachments. The plan is likely related to capital spending and investment strategies for the upcoming year.
782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan CONFIDENTIAL (Attachments Only) 1 7.2 Transmission – New 2026 Capital Items for ACE Plan Approval 2 3 Figure 23: Transmission – New 2026 Capital Items for ACE Plan Appr...
AI summary The document outlines the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan for transmission projects in Nova Scotia, listing specific capital items with their 2026 budgets and total project costs. These projects include transformer replacements, switch upgrades, and breaker replacements.
tension Phase 1 629,268 1,288,474 Total Distribution New Spending 20,160,811 23,240,584 5 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 54 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan CONFIDENTIAL (Attachments Only)
AI summary The text references the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, with a focus on distribution new spending and related financial figures. The document is marked as confidential and includes redacted information.
$83.7 $86.5 $76.5 $80.0 $66.1 $60.0 $40.0 $20.0 $0.0 5 Yr 2025 F as 2026 B 2027 F 2028 F 2029 F 2030 F Average of Q3 2021-2025 21 22 F = Forecast, B = Budget in above figure Date: December 12, 2025 Page 55 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDE...
AI summary The 2026 ACE Plan outlines general plant capital investment, with a focus on Information Technology and Operational Technology. The total investment is approximately $92.4 million, primarily allocated to sustaining and regulatory/compliance categories.
REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan CONFIDENTIAL (Attachments Only) CI# Project Title Start Date Final Date Previous 2026 Budget Subsequent Total Expenditure ($) Spending ($) Estimate ($) ($) C0032664 ECC Optimization...
AI summary The 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan outlines various projects, including ECC Optimization Tools, Renewable to Retail Implementation, and ECC Wind Integration, with their respective budgets, previous expenditures, and total cost estimates.
REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan CONFIDENTIAL (Attachments Only) 1 10.0 ROUTINE CAPITAL PROGRAM 2 3 NS Power’s routine capital program is for recurring annual expenditures of like-for-like 4 replacement of...
AI summary NS Power is seeking NSEB approval for the 2026 routine capital program, which includes expenditures for equipment replacement, system growth, and customer additions, totaling approximately $207.3 million. The document provides a breakdown of capital spending by function for the years 2024 to 2026.
$136,149,656 $125,330,493 $140,496,453 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 59 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan CONFIDENTIAL (Attachments Only) 2024 2025 2025 2026 Actual Budget Forecast ACE Plan General Pl...
AI summary The document provides a financial breakdown of routine capital spending for the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, including actuals, budgets, forecasts, and planned spending across various categories such as work vehicles, tools, telecommunications, and property improvements.
$269,732 $258,741 $122,842 27855 POT - Roofing Routine $145,501 $134,857 $115,073 $132,813 27854 TUC - Roofing Routine $32,082 $50,571 $50,891 $50,709 C0068934 PHB - Roofing Routine $- $125,774 $128,734 $167,434 27857 LIN - Roofing Routine...
AI summary The text presents financial data related to various infrastructure and generation projects under the 2026 ACE Plan, including amounts spent on roofing routines, wind equipment replacement, and hydro projects such as oil release risk assessment and dam safety.
Test Equipment 9,542 127,517 132,940 131,343 Tools and Test Equipment Total $2,148,827 $1,921,927 $1,310,689 $2,728,540 P025 16365 Mobile Radio Routine $234,110 $238,819 $248,243 $224,550 P027 16551 Telecommunication Radio and Fibre $189,8...
AI summary The document presents financial data related to test equipment and telecommunications projects under the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, including costs for various projects and years. The data includes actuals, budgets, and forecasts, with a focus on capital expenditures.
vel of transparency on project costs. 1 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 63 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan CONFIDENTIAL (Attachments Only)
AI summary The text references the 2026 ACE Plan, indicating a focus on annual capital expenditures. The mention of 'transparency on project costs' suggests a regulatory or financial review process involving cost disclosure.
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AI summary The text references the 2026 ACE Plan, which is a confidential document related to annual capital expenditure planning. It is part of a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia, likely concerning energy sector investments and planning.
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AI summary The document outlines the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, which is marked as confidential and includes attachments. The plan is part of a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia.
METER. 120V-277V 96 216.00 20,736 103 45s 3450565 CP3SRA (HW4.1) 45S CL20 OPENWAY RIVA CENTRON POLYPHASE METER. 120V-277V 96 204.97 19,677 3.0 Element, 120-347 volt 103 9s 3450561 CP3SRA (HW4.1) 9S/36S CL20 OPENWAY RIVA CENTRON POLYPHASE M...
AI summary The text includes a table with meter specifications and costs, followed by a reference to the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, which is marked as confidential with attachments only.
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AI summary The document outlines the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, which is marked as confidential and includes attachments. The plan is part of a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia.
CTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan CONFIDENTIAL (Attachments Only)
AI summary The document contains a confidential attachment related to the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, which outlines capital spending strategies for a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia.
39,600 78,803 11,396 90,199 22C-403 Dundee 10.00 10.00 39,600 383,239 55,424 438,663 22C-404 Hureauville 5.00 5.00 39,600 194,650 28,150 222,800 24C-442 Phillips Harbour 1.00 1.00 39,600 51,862 7,500 59,362 3S-308 North Sydney 1.00 1.00 39...
AI summary The text presents a table with numerical data related to various projects, including project numbers, locations, quantities, and costs. It also mentions the '2026 ACE Plan' as a confidential attachment, indicating it is part of a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia.
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AI summary The document contains a confidential attachment related to the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, which outlines capital spending strategies for a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia.
CTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan CONFIDENTIAL (Attachments Only)
AI summary The document contains a confidential attachment related to the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, which outlines capital spending strategies for a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia.
400 Salvage (423,000) $6,568,400 P062 Work Vehicle Replacements 27 587,140 15,852,790 Salvage (400,000) $15,452,790 P063 Class 3 Work Vehicle Replacements 4 195,000 780,000 Salvage (40,000) $740,000 Total Work Vehicles $23,178,690 4 5 Figu...
AI summary The text outlines capital expenditures related to work vehicle replacements and tools and test equipment under the 2026 ACE Plan Forecast, including costs and salvage values for various projects.
Plan Forecast Meter Shop Tools and Equipment $50,000 Provincial Line Tools & Equipment Western Territory 175,000 North Eastern Territory 175,000 Cape Breton Territory 175,000 Central Territory 175,000 T&D Asset 550,000 System Maintenance 9...
AI summary The text outlines capital expenditure plans for tools and equipment under the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, including specific line items and amounts allocated for various territories and projects.
Plan Forecast P015 Hydro Production Tools & Test Equipment $131,343 P016 Thermal Production Tools & Test Equipment POT Tools & Equipment 53,500 TUC Tools & Equipment 58,750 TRE Tools & Equipment 70,521 LIN Tools & Equipment 75,000 CT Tools...
AI summary The text outlines capital expenditure forecasts for tools and test equipment under the 2026 ACE Plan, including specific line items for Hydro and Thermal Production, as well as Mobile Radio equipment and repairs.
23,550 Miscellaneous support for system 52,000 P025 Mobile Radio Total 224,550 P027 Telecommunication Radio & Fibre Ops HVAC & Generator Upgrades 119,000 Radio Site repairs - Miscellaneous 58,300 Add Generator Alarms and Controls 18,700 Mi...
AI summary The text provides a list of miscellaneous expenses and costs associated with various projects and operations, including mobile radio, telecommunication radio, and fibre operations. These costs are part of the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, which is marked as confidential.
55,000 Support Services for Nokia/ALU 29,920 Tower Lighting Upgrades 21,900 P028 Telecommunication Systems Replace & Modifications 852,510 Total P814 Telecommunications Spares Alcatel-Lucent MPR9500 Microwave Radio 51,000 Net Guardian Alar...
AI summary The document outlines various telecommunication systems replacement and modification costs, including support services and spare parts, totaling $1,507,721. It references the 2026 ACE Plan, which is marked as confidential and includes attachments.
vement and Furniture 2026 ACE Plan Forecast
AI summary The text references the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan Forecast, indicating a focus on capital spending planning for the upcoming year.
y Bank Replacements 880,000 Security Improvements 300,000 1H General Refurbishments 370,000 Property Improvement and Furniture Total $4,797,200 2 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 85 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2...
AI summary The document outlines capital expenditure items under the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, including bank replacements, security improvements, and property improvements, with total costs amounting to $4,797,200 and $1,440,100 respectively. These figures are part of a broader forecast for the ACE Plan.
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AI summary The text references the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, indicating that it is a confidential document containing attachments related to capital spending plans for that year.
1 11.0 DIRECTIVES AND MISCELLANEOUS 2 3 11.1 Board ACE Plan Directives and Stakeholder Commitments 4 5 NS Power has received a number of Directives from prior ACE Plan Decisions. The Company 6 has also made a number of commitments to stake...
AI summary NS Power is aligning its 2026 ACE Plan with the Evergreen Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) and the 2030 Clean Power Plan, focusing on transitioning to renewable energy and phasing out coal generation. The plan outlines sustaining capital investments for the remaining emitting fleet to ensure reliable operations.
of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan CONFIDENTIAL (Attachments Only) 1 such as the IRP, it is important to take into consideration the leveling of investment used for the 2 25-year capital forecast used...
AI summary The text discusses the 2026 ACE Plan and its comparison with the IRP, highlighting the importance of adjusting investment profiles based on actual utilization and operational data rather than long-term projections. Differences in investment timing are expected due to changes in unit performance and conditions.
ing 28 (also termed risk) is developed by determining the “Criticality” (ranked 1 to 5) and “Condition” 29 (ranked 1 to 5) of each asset and multiplying the two to determine the overall risk. 30 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 89 of 782 REDAC...
AI summary The text discusses the development of a risk assessment methodology for assets, involving the determination of 'Criticality' and 'Condition' rankings, and their multiplication to calculate overall risk. It also references the 2026 ACE Plan, which is marked as confidential.
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AI summary The text references the 2026 ACE Plan, which is marked as confidential and includes redacted information. The document appears to be part of a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia.
grity of existing assets. Notable capital projections reflect specific projects. 26 Included in these specific projects are transformative multi-year program investments and asset 27 growth. 28 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 90 of 782 REDACT...
AI summary The 2026 ACE Plan outlines capital expenditures for various energy sectors in Nova Scotia, including thermal generation, hydro, wind, transmission, and distribution, with projections spanning from 2026 to 2030. The plan includes significant investments in infrastructure and general plant upgrades.
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AI summary The document contains a confidential attachment related to the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, which outlines capital spending strategies for a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia.
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AI summary The document outlines the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, which includes confidential attachments. This plan is likely related to capital investments and infrastructure planning in the energy sector.
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AI summary The text references the 2026 ACE Plan, which is a confidential document related to annual capital expenditure planning. It is part of a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia, likely concerning energy sector investments and planning.
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AI summary The 2026 ACE Plan is a confidential document outlining annual capital expenditures. It includes attachments that contain sensitive information, which has been redacted.
1 2 In accordance with the Board’s directive, NS Power filed its Five-Year Reliability Plan on 3 December 20, 2024, and it was reviewed and considered as part of the 2025 ACE Plan proceeding. 4 The Board’s 2025 ACE Plan Order provided the...
AI summary NS Power submitted its Five-Year Reliability Plan, which was reviewed as part of the 2025 ACE Plan proceeding. The Board directed NS Power to provide annual updates on the plan's progress, evaluate new reliability metrics, and engage with stakeholders for a third-party review, among other actions.
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AI summary The document contains a confidential attachment related to the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, which outlines capital spending strategies for a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia.
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AI summary The 2026 ACE Plan is a confidential document outlining annual capital expenditures. It includes attachments that contain sensitive information, which has been redacted.
1 Details regarding the execution of year one of the Five-Year Reliability Plan and anticipated 2 activities in year two can be found in Appendix G. 3 4 The combined benefits of these programs and the positive impacts on the reliability of...
AI summary The document discusses the execution of the Five-Year Reliability Plan, including benefits and anticipated activities. It also outlines the establishment and progress of the CEATI Grid Resiliency Working Group, including survey development, terms of reference, and planning for a resiliency workshop.
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AI summary The 2026 ACE Plan is a confidential document outlining annual capital expenditures. It includes attachments that contain sensitive information, which has been redacted.
1 development of a high-level framework for Resiliency Assessment and Mitigations, investigation 2 of potential key resiliency indicators/metrics, inventory of case studies of past events from across 3 the globe, and creation of a comprehe...
AI summary The document outlines the development of a resiliency assessment framework, the investigation of reliability and resiliency metrics, and the directive for NS Power to evaluate new metrics in the 2026 ACE Plan, including the Value of Lost Load (VoLL) metric for reliability investment planning.
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AI summary The text references the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, indicating that it is a confidential document containing attachments related to capital spending plans for that year.
1 Plan, which is to be filed with Board by December 31, 2024. Similarly, it is likely 2 too late for the study report to be included with the 2025 ACE Plan application. As 3 such, the Board directs NS Power to provide a report on this VoLL...
AI summary The document discusses the need for NS Power to provide a Value of Lost Load (VoLL) assessment in its 2026 ACE Plan application and outlines NS Power's position on reliability metrics used in its Performance Standards reporting, emphasizing their effectiveness and industry standardization.
can be 25 difficult, if not impossible, to consider in isolation. Factors including, but not limited to, weather, 26 external interference, other reliability programs, and customer demand can all influence the 27 changes in risk on a parti...
AI summary The text discusses the complexity of measuring the impact of individual projects on circuit performance and overall system performance due to multiple influencing factors such as weather, external interference, and customer demand. It also mentions the 2026 ACE Plan, which is marked as confidential.
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AI summary The text references the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, indicating that it is a confidential document containing attachments related to capital spending plans for that year.
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AI summary The document contains a confidential attachment related to the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, which outlines proposed capital investments and expenditures for the year 2026.
bility and system resiliency. 27 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 101 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan CONFIDENTIAL (Attachments Only) 1 Reliability Statistics 2 3 As shown in Figure 59 and Figure 60 be...
AI summary The 2026 ACE Plan discusses NS Power's reliability performance, noting that annual outage frequency and duration have generally been favorable compared to Atlantic Canada utilities, except during years affected by extreme weather events such as Hurricane Dorian, Fiona, and Lee.
NS Power Annual SAIDI Major/Extreme Removed System Average Outage Duration (Hrs) 7.00 6.00 5.00 4.00 3.00 2.00 1.00 0.00 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 (Oct YTD) 5 6 7 Figure 63 and Figure 64 below represent NS Power’s r...
AI summary The document presents NS Power's reliability statistics, including SAIDI and SAIFI values, with and without Major/Extreme Events. It notes that no such events occurred between January 1 and October 31, 2025, resulting in identical SAIFI and SAIDI values for 2025. The 2026 ACE Plan is also mentioned as a confidential attachment.
REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan CONFIDENTIAL (Attachments Only) 1 Figure 65: Annual Tree Contact – Customer Interruptions Annual Tree Contact Customer Interruptions 900,000 800,000 700,000 600,000 500,000 400,000 300,000 200,000 100,000 0 2016 2017...
AI summary The document presents data on annual tree contact and customer interruptions, including figures that show the number of customer interruptions and hours of interruption over time. It also mentions the normalization of this data by removing major and extreme events to better understand the vegetative effects of storms and their impact.
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AI summary The document contains a confidential attachment related to the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, which outlines proposed capital investments and expenditures for the year 2026.
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AI summary The text references the 2026 ACE Plan, which is marked as confidential and includes redacted information. The document appears to be part of a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia.
0.95% Date: December 12, 2025 Page 115 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan CONFIDENTIAL (Attachments Only) Significant Major Extreme CEA Hours of Hours of Hours of Cause Description % of Hours Interrup...
AI summary The 2026 ACE Plan discusses significant interruptions caused by adverse weather and foreign interference, with adverse weather accounting for 9.19% of total interruptions. The data includes hours of interruption categorized as significant, major, and extreme.
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AI summary The text references the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, which is marked as confidential and contains attachments. The document is part of a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia.
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AI summary The text references the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, indicating that it is a confidential document containing attachments related to capital spending plans for that year.
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AI summary The text references the 2026 ACE Plan, which is a confidential document related to annual capital expenditure planning. It is part of a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia, likely concerning energy sector investments and planning.
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AI summary The text references the 2026 ACE Plan, which is marked as confidential and includes redacted information. The document appears to be part of a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia.
rrent state). 20 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 122 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan CONFIDENTIAL (Attachments Only) 1 Figure 77: Substation Transformers Age Profile (Current State) Substation Transfo...
AI summary The document presents a figure titled 'Substation Transformers Age Profile (Current State)' with data on the number of transformers in different age groups. The figure is part of the 2026 ACE Plan and is marked as confidential.
bile substation program is planned. Proactive 19 transformer replacements in future years will again focus on the overall condition of each Date: December 12, 2025 Page 123 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 A...
AI summary The document discusses the 2026 ACE Plan, highlighting proactive transformer replacements based on asset condition and system criticality, with a focus on substation transformers and breakers. It includes a figure illustrating the age profile of substation transformers between 2025 and 2026.
Age Group 5 6 7 Substation Breakers 8 9 Figure 79 below shows the substation breaker age profile (current state). 10 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 124 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan CONFIDENTIAL (A...
AI summary The document presents a figure showing the age profile of substation breakers in their current state, with data categorized into age groups. The figure is part of the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan and is marked as confidential.
VED) 2026 ACE Plan CONFIDENTIAL (Attachments Only) 1 Figure 81: Transmission Conductor Age Profile (Current State) Transmission Conductor Age Profile (Current State) 900 800 Kilometres of Conductor in Age Group 700 600 500 400 300 200 100 0
AI summary The document presents a chart titled 'Transmission Conductor Age Profile (Current State)' which shows the distribution of conductor ages in the transmission system. The chart displays the number of kilometers of conductor in different age groups, with data ranging from 0 to 900 kilometers.
Date: December 12, 2025 Page 127 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan CONFIDENTIAL (Attachments Only) 1 Figure 82: Transmission Conductor Age Profile Transmission Conductor Age Profile 1000 Kilometres o...
AI summary The document presents figures related to the 2026 ACE Plan, including the transmission conductor age profile and the downline reclosers age profile, indicating the current state of infrastructure as of December 2025.
8 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 130 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan CONFIDENTIAL (Attachments Only) 1 Figure 85: Padmount Transformers Age Profile (Current State) Padmount Transformer Age Profile (C...
AI summary The document presents a figure showing the age distribution of padmount transformers in their current state, with the number of transformers in each age group displayed in a bar chart. This information is part of the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan and is labeled as confidential.
400 300 200 100 0 Age Group 2 3 4 • Expected useful life of 35-45 years depending on the padmount design, loading, and 5 environmental conditions. 6 7 • Age Demographics – 11.1 percent of padmounts are beyond 35 years of service and 2.4 8...
AI summary The text discusses the expected useful life of padmount transformers, with 11.1% beyond 35 years and 2.4% beyond 45 years. It also mentions a projected change in asset age demographics due to the 2026 ACE Plan, resulting in a slight decrease in assets over 35 years and an increase in those over 45 years.
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AI summary The document contains a confidential attachment related to the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, which outlines capital spending strategies for a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia.
Transmission Plant 233.9 11.1 22.0 1.3 117.3 82.1 Distribution System 185.4 20.2 136.6 11.5 2.8 14.3 Metering Equipment 4.2 - 3.9 - - 0.3 Work Support Facilities 22.5 1.2 9.1 1.6 1.2 9.4 Information Technology Application and 45.0 - 4.3 7....
AI summary The 2026 ACE Plan contains confidential information and includes details on capital expenditures across various categories such as transmission, distribution, metering, and information technology. The document outlines financial figures and justifications for these expenditures.
TED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan CONFIDENTIAL (Attachments Only) 1 11.3 2026 Capital Spending by Justification Sub-Criteria 2 3 Figure 88 below provides 2026 capital spending by justification sub-criteria. 4 5...
AI summary The 2026 ACE Plan outlines capital spending by justification sub-criteria, including distribution system requirements, outage performance, joint use agreements, and work support facilities. The table provides details on budget, approval, routine spend, and carryover for each category.
2.34% Trenton – Common 0.47% Total Trenton 2.47% Tufts Cove Tufts Cove 1 4.24% Tufts Cove 2 3.68% Tufts Cove 3 2.33% Tufts Cove – Common 3.44% Total Tufts Cove 3.27% Port Hawkesbury Biomass 2.50% Point Tupper Marine Terminal 4.06% Internat...
AI summary The text presents a portion of the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, which includes percentages allocated to various projects and locations such as Trenton, Tufts Cove, and Port Hawkesbury Biomass, along with a note that the document is confidential and contains redacted information.
2.32% General 2.10% Total Hydro Production 2.10% Other Production - Combustion Turbines Burnside 2.40% Tusket 6.42% Victoria Junction 3.17% Tufts Cove Unit 4 2.55% Tufts Cove Unit 5 2.77% Tufts Cove Unit 6 3.03% Wind Turbines Pre 2009 Wind...
AI summary The document presents a breakdown of energy production percentages from various sources in 2026, including hydro, combustion turbines, and wind, as part of the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, which is marked as confidential.
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AI summary The text refers to the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, which is marked as confidential and applies only to attachments. No further details are provided in the redacted text.
Line Transformers 4.09% Services 5.33% Meters 6.87% Street Lighting & Signal Systems 5.33% Total Distribution Plant 3.89% Date: December 12, 2025 Page 140 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan CONFIDENTI...
AI summary The document presents a portion of the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, which includes percentages allocated to various components of the distribution plant such as line transformers, services, meters, and street lighting. The document is marked as confidential and contains attachments only.
e of salaries across a variety of jobs within similar classifications including fringe, and are used solely for budgeting purposes. Note 2: Small differences in totals are attributable to rounding. Date: December 12, 2025 Page 144 of 782 R...
AI summary The document provides a checklist and maturity matrix for estimating project costs related to the POA Boiler Refurbishment 2026 project under the 2026 ACE Plan. It outlines the classification of estimates and the maturity level of project definition deliverables.
ctory systems are in sound condition to support reliable boiler performance as well as identify and document any emerging issues or long-term replacement needs to inform future maintenance planning. Date: December 12, 2025 Page 148 of 782...
AI summary The 2026 ACE Plan outlines the need for refractory work during a planned outage to ensure safe and reliable boiler operation. The project is necessary due to identified deterioration in key refractory sections and the limited window for performing such work. The approach includes annual inspections, proactive replacements, and targeted refurbishment based on asset management methodology.
$ 3,254 Sub-Total $ 3,254 Administrative Overhead Labour AO $ 15,440 Contractor AO $ 40,553 Sub-Total $ 55,994 SUB-TOTAL (no AO, AFUDC) $ 965,137 TOTAL (AO, AFUDC included) $ 1,024,385 Original Cost $ 709,640 Note 1: The labour figures not...
AI summary The text provides a summary of financial figures related to the 2026 ACE Plan, including administrative overhead and total costs. It also includes a note about the use of average salaries for budgeting purposes and mentions that small differences in totals are due to rounding.
2026 ACE Plan C0080205 Page 5 of 6 Instructions: Select option in Column B. Document No: XXX-XX-XXXX-XXXX Columns C through G will auto-populate. Project Cost Estimate Input Checklist and Maturity Matrix Process Industries Required fields:...
AI summary The document outlines a checklist and maturity matrix for estimating project costs related to the 2026 ACE Plan, specifically for the POA Boiler Refractory Replacement 2026 project. It includes fields for project definition maturity levels and cost estimate classifications.
area and has made the SSP wall behind the rock revetement redundant. The portion of wall between the new rock revetment and the Wharf Access Bridge (Figure 2) is the specific focus of this project. Date: December 12, 2025 Page 158 of 782 R...
AI summary The project involves the removal of the SSP wall between the new rock revetment and the Wharf Access Bridge at Tufts Cove Generating Station, as illustrated in Figures 1 and 2. The focus is on the section of the wall that has become redundant due to the new rock revetment.
at approximately 2m apart and SSP sections driven in between the king piles to provide a continuous wall face. The new combi wall will encapsulate the existing SSP wall, making the SSP wall redundant. It is expected that the king pile will...
AI summary The document describes the construction of a combi-wall for a project under the 2026 ACE Plan. It involves the use of king piles, steel tie rods, and AZ24 sheet piles, with backfilling to create a trafficable area. The design is sensitive to geotechnical parameters, which are currently unknown.
Drawing No DRAWING NAME: Y:\HALIFAX\DATA\PROJECTS\2022\220322.00 NSPI TUFTS COVE SSP WALL\44 CAD\03 STRUCT\220322.00-MSK01.DWG LAYOUT NAME: EXISTING CONDITIONS PLOT DATE: Thursday, March 9, 2023 11:11:54 AM CAD OPERATOR: LULI MSK01 CBCL-61...
AI summary The text provides a drawing reference and details related to the 2026 ACE Plan, including a contract number and page reference. It includes a redacted section and a title sheet related to a project involving Nova Scotia Power Incorporated.
CBCL-610x914 TITLE SHEET (ARCH D) Date: December 12, 2025 Page 183 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan C0021608 Attachment 1 Page 27 of 34 NORTH NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION
AI summary The text appears to be a title sheet and a portion of a document related to the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure Plan (ACE Plan) under contract number C0021608. The content includes a redacted section and a warning against using the information for construction purposes.
Drawing No DRAWING NAME: Y:\HALIFAX\DATA\PROJECTS\2022\220322.00 NSPI TUFTS COVE SSP WALL\44 CAD\03 STRUCT\220322.00-MSK07.DWG LAYOUT NAME: OPTION 3 - ELEVATION AND SECTIONS PLOT DATE: Thursday, March 9, 2023 11:12:28 AM CAD OPERATOR: LULI...
AI summary The document contains a redacted section of the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, specifically Attachment 1, which includes an Opinion of Probable Costs (OPC) related to Contract Number C0021608. The content is confidential and partially redacted.
TION REMOVED) REDACTED 2026 ACE Plan C0068898 Page 4 of 5 Instructions: Select option in Column B. Document No: XXX-XX-XXXX-XXXX Columns C through G will auto-populate. Project Cost Estimate Input Checklist and Maturity Matrix Process Indu...
AI summary This document presents a project cost estimate input checklist and maturity matrix for the TUC1 IP LP Last Stage Blade Replacement project under the 2026 ACE Plan. It outlines the required fields and estimate classification based on the maturity level of project definition deliverables.
Not Applicable (NA) NR NR Instrumentation/Control System Discipline Drawings Not Applicable (NA) NR NR Mechanical Discipline Drawings Not Applicable (NA) NR NR Total # Deliverables for 3 15 13 12 12 this Project % Defined/Complete 100% 100...
AI summary The text discusses a Class 3 estimate for a project, noting that 87% of deliverables are complete, with a 10% contingency selected to account for execution risks such as technical field advisor costs, labor, and contract support. The document is part of the 2026 ACE Plan and includes redacted information.
h hairline horizontal cracks 42. Elevation 403’ another spalled area of concrete. Date: December 12, 2025 Page 252 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan C0080134 Attachment 1 Page 31 of 45 NSPI 31 Tufts...
AI summary The text describes structural issues at the Tufts Cove Generating Station, Unit #2, including spalled concrete areas, open voids exposing rebar, and cracks at cold joints, as documented on December 12, 2025. These findings are part of a report related to the 2026 ACE Plan.
exposed reinforcing steel. 54. Elevation 370’ repaired core hole AOL was noted as satisfactory. Date: December 12, 2025 Page 258 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan C0080134 Attachment 1 Page 37 of 45...
AI summary The document describes structural issues at the Tufts Cove Generating Station, Unit #2, including cracks and repairs at various elevations. These findings are part of a report related to the 2026 ACE Plan and Job number 2924.
crack running 15’ plus 58. Elevation 387’ horizontal crack continues 15’ around the column. Date: December 12, 2025 Page 260 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan C0080134 Attachment 1 Page 39 of 45 NSPI...
AI summary The text describes structural issues at the Tufts Cove Generating station, Unit #2, including cracks and voids at various elevations, indicating potential structural concerns. The information is part of a 2026 ACE Plan document, and the details are redacted.
and work systematically towards grade, removing 100% of the coating(s). The goal of this phase is to expose the bare concrete wall for further deficiency assessment. Phase 2 – Concrete Repairs Prior to applying the new coating system, it w...
AI summary The document outlines a three-phase process for concrete wall repairs, including coating removal, concrete repairs, and coating application. It provides a budgetary proposal and mentions the need for additional shifts to complete the work, with the price for a single column specified.
ys when such work will take place and it is the responsibility of the plant to move or protect company or personal equipment or vehicles from the area around or down wind of the stack. Date: December 12, 2025 Page 270 of 782 REDACTED REDAC...
AI summary The document outlines a turbine refurbishment project for Tufts Cove Unit 3, involving inspection and replacement of components such as the rotor and casings. The project is part of the 2026 ACE Plan, with a forecasted cost of $2,588,734. The work is scheduled to start in 2026 and be completed by 2028.
Not Applicable (NA) NR NR Mechanical Discipline Drawings Not Applicable (NA) NR NR Total # Deliverables for 2 11 11 11 10 this Project % Defined/Complete 100% 100% 92% 92% 92% towards Class Estimate Comments: This project is being filed as...
AI summary The text discusses a Class 3 project estimate with 92% of deliverables completed and a 15% contingency applied for risk. It references the 2026 ACE Plan and includes redacted pages from a document dated December 12, 2025.
ck-wrap or other terms not expressly set forth in a signed agreement between the parties covering the proposal. All such click-wrap or other terms are expressly rejected by Siemens Energy. Thank you for considering Siemens Energy to perfor...
AI summary The text is a proposal from Siemens Energy Canada Limited for power generation services. It includes disclaimers about click-wrap terms and confidentiality. The document is marked as redacted and includes a reference to the 2026 ACE Plan.
n checks Rotor Bore Inspection Clean, inspect, and Phased Array Ultrasonic testing (PAUT) of Blade Grooves SECL to advise if boresonic is required for spindle with approximately 60K hours. Siemens Energy Canada Limited Page 5 of 7 Power Ge...
AI summary The document outlines inspection and maintenance tasks for a turbine spindle, including cleaning, inspection, and phased array ultrasonic testing. It also mentions potential actions such as weld repair or replacement based on inspection results, and references the 2026 ACE Plan.
t - Low Speed Balance SECL to advise impact to support blader scope (weld repair and/or replacement) pending blade visual inspection SECL to advise impact to support low speed balance of the spindle. 1.3 Site Safety Discussion NSPI to prov...
AI summary The document discusses safety and technical considerations related to turbine blade maintenance and site-specific safety protocols during an outage. It also references a proposal for a continuous ash hauling system under the 2026 ACE Plan.
the pricing in place is a fixed cost awarded via request for proposal (RFP) through a design/build contract. Multiple vendors were engaged during the RFP to ensure best pricing and solution quality Date: December 12, 2025 Page 296 of 782 R...
AI summary The text discusses a fixed-cost pricing model established through a request for proposal (RFP) under a design/build contract, with multiple vendors involved to ensure competitive pricing and quality solutions. The document is part of the 2026 ACE Plan and contains redacted confidential information.
17 12 % Defined/Complete 100% 100% 85% 63% 44% Percentage towards Class Estimate Comments: This project is being submitted as a Class 3 estimate. The defined deliverables for this project indicate that 85% of Class 3 deliverables are compl...
AI summary This document discusses a Class 3 project estimate with 85% of deliverables completed, a 15% contingency for risks like undefined scope and import tariffs. It also references the 2026 ACE Plan and a TUC3 Continuous Ash Hauling System alternative summary.
NA NA NA #VALUE! #VALUE! NA NA NA #VALUE! #VALUE! C0068888 07 EAM.xlsm Date: December 12, 2025 Page 301 of 782 REDACTED 12/4/2025 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) REDACTED 2026 ACE Plan C0068888 Page 8 of 11
AI summary The document is a redacted section of a regulatory proceeding related to the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan. It contains confidential information and is part of a larger spreadsheet file, with page numbers and dates indicating its context within a broader set of filings.
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AI summary The document is a redacted page from the 2026 ACE Plan, specifically page 8 of 11, which contains information related to the Annual Capital Expenditure plan for Nova Scotia Power Inc.
6,544.2 60,704.6 - 1,897.8 1,897.8 281.8 0.15 (2,529,936.8) 2060 - - - - 6,020.6 54,529.1 - 1,746.0 1,746.0 245.1 0.14 (2,529,691.7) 2061 - - - - 5,539.0 48,847.6 - 1,606.3 1,606.3 213.2 0.13 (2,529,478.5) 2062 - - - - 5,095.9 43,620.6 - 1...
AI summary The text presents a series of numerical data points, likely related to financial or operational metrics, and includes a reference to the 2026 ACE Plan C0068888. The data appears to be part of a regulatory proceeding, potentially involving cost, revenue, or performance metrics.
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AI summary The document refers to the 2026 ACE Plan and includes a page number and reference number, but no substantive content is provided in the excerpt.
0 $0 Total Capital Cost of Alternative $0 0 Avoided Replacement Energy Costs Avoided Unplanned Repair Costs Total Annual Avoided Costs Year 2026 2027 2026 2027 2026 2027 Replacement Energy Cost ($/MWh) 0.00 0.00 Repair Cost ($) 0 0 Events/...
AI summary The document presents a table with zero values for various costs and metrics related to a 2026 ACE Plan, including avoided replacement energy costs, avoided unplanned repair costs, and total annual avoided costs. It also includes a date and page reference, indicating it is part of a larger proceeding document.
REDACTED 2026 ACE Plan C0068888 Page 11 of 11 COMPARATIVE CUMULATIVE REVENUE REQUIREMENT 5,000,000 4,500,000 4,000,000 3,500,000 3,000,000 2,500,000 Continuous Ash Hauling System Do Nothing 2,000,000 0 0 1,500,000 1,000,000 500,000 0 2025...
AI summary The document presents a comparative cumulative revenue requirement chart for the 2026 ACE Plan, showing projections for the Continuous Ash Hauling System and the Do Nothing scenario across the years 2025 to 2032.
REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) REDACTED 2026 ACE Plan C0068888 Attachment 1 Page 1 of 11 DATE QUOTATION 02/25/2025 CQT02974-0005 ProcessBarron - Southern Field Canada, Inc. P.O Box 94090 / Bedford PO Toronto, ON M4N 3R1 Page 1...
AI summary The document is a quotation from ProcessBarron - Southern Field Canada, Inc., dated February 25, 2025, and is part of a 2026 ACE Plan submission. It includes contact information for the company and is labeled as a confidential attachment.
(514) 799-9929 Description: ASH COLLECTION SYSTEM RFQ No: R-10935 Line Description Quantity Unit Unit Price Extended Price 1 Investigation of Precipitator System 1 EA Product Estimator: Jamie Pate [email protected] (205) 663-5330 MHP...
AI summary The document includes a request for quotation (RFQ) related to the investigation of a precipitator system at a site, with contact details for the product estimator. It also references a 2026 ACE Plan and a quotation dated February 25, 2025.
25/2025 CQT02974-0005 GAVIN MCINNIS NOVA SCOTIA POWER - TUFT'S COVE Page 2 of 11 For specific questions about line items, please contact the Product Estimator listed on the line. Date: December 12, 2025 Page 307 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (C...
AI summary The document includes a quotation for a Fly Ash Handling System, with personnel details and contact information for a product estimator. It is part of a 2026 ACE Plan and is associated with Nova Scotia Power's Tuft's Cove project.
ndling System 1 EA Product Estimator: John Riley [email protected] (205) 663-5330 MHP-SYSTEM ENGINEERING For specific questions about line items, please contact the Product Estimator listed on the line. Date: December 12, 2025 Page...
AI summary The text includes a quotation and contact information related to a 2026 ACE Plan, with a reference to Nova Scotia Power - Tuft's Cove. It also lists a product estimator and includes a date and page number from a document.
25/2025 CQT02974-0005 GAVIN MCINNIS NOVA SCOTIA POWER - TUFT'S COVE Page 5 of 11 For specific questions about line items, please contact the Product Estimator listed on the line. Date: December 12, 2025 Page 310 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (C...
AI summary The document contains a redacted quotation from Nova Scotia Power related to the 2026 ACE Plan, with details such as the date, quotation number, and a mention of contacting the Product Estimator for line item inquiries. The text is partially redacted and includes page numbers and references to confidential information.
REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) REDACTED 2026 ACE Plan C0068888 Attachment 1 Page 9 of 11 DATE QUOTATION 02/25/2025 CQT02974-0005 GAVIN MCINNIS NOVA SCOTIA POWER - TUFT'S COVE Page 9 of 11 GENERAL TERMS & CONDITIONS (cont'd)
AI summary The document is a continuation of the general terms and conditions from a quotation dated February 25, 2025, related to the 2026 ACE Plan by Nova Scotia Power at Tuft's Cove. The content is redacted and contains confidential information.
r’s invoice. If shipment is delayed by Buyer, payment shall become due thirty (30) days from date Seller is ready to ship. If manufacturing is delayed by Buyer, partial shipment is to be made based on the acknowledged price and a percentag...
AI summary The document outlines payment terms and conditions for a purchase order, including delayed shipment, partial shipment, advance payments, interest charges for late payments, cancellation policies, and field work terms. It also references the 2026 ACE Plan and includes a redacted attachment.
REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) REDACTED 2026 ACE Plan C0068888 Attachment 1 Page 10 of 11 DATE QUOTATION 02/25/2025 CQT02974-0005 GAVIN MCINNIS NOVA SCOTIA POWER - TUFT'S COVE Page 10 of 11 GENERAL TERMS & CONDITIONS (cont'd)
AI summary The document is a confidential attachment from a 2026 ACE Plan, containing general terms and conditions from Nova Scotia Power's Tuft's Cove project. It includes a quotation dated 02/25/2025 with the reference CQT02974-0005.
, request, consents, claims, demands, waivers and other communications hereunder (each, a “Notice”) shall be in writing and addressed to the parties at the addresses set forth on the face of the Proposal or to such other address that may b...
AI summary This document outlines the procedures for sending and receiving notices under a proposal, specifying delivery methods and timing. It also includes a redacted section referencing the 2026 ACE Plan and a quotation dated February 25, 2025.
storage of construction materials and disposal of all waste materials - Specialized services such as PWHT, field machining, and other 3rd party service and testing representatives Date: December 12, 2025 Page 317 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (...
AI summary This document is a proposal from ProcessBarron - Southern Field Canada Inc. for the installation work, including timelines, labor hours, and cost structure. The proposal outlines the estimated work duration and labor requirements, and includes a confidentiality statement.
nfidential and proprietary to PBSF and is intended to remain Confidential. Disclosing, duplicating, sharing or distributing the content either in whole or in segments is strictly prohibited. 2 Page Date: December 12, 2025 Page 318 of 782 R...
AI summary The document contains a maintenance proposal from ProcessBarron - Southern Field Canada, Inc. related to the 2026 ACE Plan. It includes labour and equipment rates for field service, though much of the content is redacted and confidential.
Box 94090 Bedford PO Toronto, Ontario M4N 3R1 CSD002 – Maintenance Proposal Document Rev.1 2 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 320 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) REDATED 2026 ACE Plan C0068888 Attachment 3 Page 1 of...
AI summary The document is a maintenance proposal from ProcessBarron - Southern Field Canada, Inc., dated December 12, 2025, and includes a quotation dated July 10, 2025. It is part of a larger submission, likely related to a regulatory proceeding.
[email protected] (902) 292-5515 (514) 799-9929 Description: Measuring Trip/Pre-engineering Line Description Quantity Unit Unit Price Extended Price 1 Measuring Trip/Pre-engineering 1 EA Grand Total: Quotation Comments: For specific qu...
AI summary The document is a quotation for Measuring Trip/Pre-engineering services, dated December 12, 2025, with a total of one unit requested. It includes a reference to a confidential attachment related to the 2026 ACE Plan.
ird party sites: A. All work will be performed by open shop labor. Any union dispute will be the responsibility of Buyer. Any standby time resulting from such disputes will be billed at full rates; For specific questions Date: about line D...
AI summary The document outlines general terms and conditions for work to be performed by open shop labor, with the buyer responsible for any union disputes and associated standby time billed at full rates. It also includes a quotation and contact information for further questions.
, request, consents, claims, demands, waivers and other communications hereunder (each, a “Notice”) shall be in writing and addressed to the parties at the addresses set forth on the face of the Proposal or to such other address that may b...
AI summary The text outlines procedures for sending and receiving notices under a proposal, specifying delivery methods and effective dates. It also includes a redacted document with a quotation and general terms and conditions from Nova Scotia Power related to a 2026 ACE Plan.
RMATION REMOVED) REDACTED 2026 ACE Plan C0080135 Page 5 of 6 Instructions: Select option in Column B. Document No: XXX-XX-XXXX-XXXX Columns C through G will auto-populate. Project Cost Estimate Input Checklist and Maturity Matrix Process I...
AI summary This document outlines a project cost estimate input checklist and maturity matrix for the CT-BGT2 Engine Refurbishment project under the 2026 ACE Plan. It includes fields for project name, maturity level of project definition deliverables, and estimate classification.
REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan C0080135 Attachment 1 Page 2 of 21 BGT2 BSI March 25, 2025 LPC Stage 1 Case Rubbing Date: December 12, 2025 Page 333 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026...
AI summary The document contains redacted information related to the 2026 ACE Plan and includes technical details such as oil staining from a bearing seal, stages of a process, and components like igniter tips and combustion sections. It appears to be part of a regulatory proceeding involving Nova Scotia Power.
ED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan C0080135 Attachment 1 Page 13 of 21 BGT2 BSI March 25, 2025 HPT IGV’s Date: December 12, 2025 Page 344 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan C0080135 A...
AI summary The provided text appears to be a redacted section of a regulatory proceeding document related to the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan. It includes references to technical components such as HPT IGVs, LPT (T3), TT7 #5 Probe, and Free Turbine, suggesting the content pertains to energy infrastructure or equipment details. The text is heavily redacted, and no substantive arguments or discussions are visible.
pleted. A contingency value of 15% was selected to account for specific risks associated with unforeseen material and contract cost increases, schedule setbacks, and complications during execution. Date: December 12, 2025 Page 366 of 782 R...
AI summary The text discusses a contingency value of 15% selected to address risks related to unforeseen material and contract cost increases, schedule setbacks, and complications during execution. It also references a distribution study addendum for the Bridgewater area, dated November 10, 2025, and part of the 2026 ACE Plan.
anned for January 2029. This solution provides the required capacity at the lowest cost while achieving full system standardization to 12 kV and retiring aging assets at 70W-High Street Substation. W-AREA-2025-017 Nov 10, 2025 i Date: Dece...
AI summary The text discusses a solution to provide required capacity at the lowest cost, achieving full system standardization to 12 kV and retiring aging assets at the 70W-High Street Substation. It references a planning study addendum for the Bridgewater Area and mentions the 2026 ACE Plan.
condition and system performance needs while aligning with the company’s long-term distribution strategy. The estimated investment is 4.3 million dollars, with completion planned for January 2029. W-AREA-2025-017 Nov 10, 2025 10 Date: Dece...
AI summary The document discusses a planned investment of 4.3 million dollars for a project aimed at meeting condition and system performance needs, aligning with the company's long-term distribution strategy, with completion planned for January 2029. The text includes a planning study addendum related to the 2026 ACE Plan.
100% 100% 89% 74% 69% towards Class Estimate Comments: The estimate for this project is classified as a Class 3 estimate. A 15% contingency has been used for the estimate for this project. This aligns with AACE recommendations for this lev...
AI summary This document provides an estimate for the replacement of two 138kV in-line transmission switches on the L-6536 transmission line in Amherst, Nova Scotia. The project is classified as a Class 3 estimate with a 15% contingency, and the forecast amount is $2,074,494.
e: December 12, 2025 Page 409 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) REDACTED 2026 ACE Plan C0068969 Page 3 of 5 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 410 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) REDACTED 202...
AI summary The document discusses the 2026 ACE Plan, specifically the Pennsylvania Breaker Replacements project, including a checklist for project cost estimates and a maturity matrix for transmission line infrastructure.
for specific risks associated with additional overtime work that may be required to complete the project within the available outage window, and any unforeseen material or contract cost increases. Date: December 12, 2025 Page 411 of 782 RE...
AI summary The document outlines a project to establish new distribution rights-of-way in 2026, targeting areas where existing vegetation management practices are insufficient to prevent tree contacts and ensure reliable system operation. The project is part of the 2026 ACE Plan and is expected to cost $20,889,694.
90-95% of the time. The targeted circuits expected to be included in this project are subject to change based on landowner permissions and feeder risk factors such as performance and criticality are: Feeder Geographic Location Kilometers 1...
AI summary The text outlines targeted circuits for a project, noting that they may change based on landowner permissions and feeder risk factors. Specific feeders, their geographic locations, and lengths are listed, though some information is redacted.
Not Applicable (NA) NR Instrument Datasheets Not Applicable (NA) NR NR/S Electrical Discipline Drawings Not Applicable (NA) NR NR Instrumentation/Control System Discipline Drawings Not Applicable (NA) NR NR Total # Deliverables for this Pr...
AI summary The document discusses the completion of deliverables for a Class 3 project estimate, indicating 100% completion of Class 3 deliverables and the absence of contingency amounts due to defined costs and completed deliverables. The project is associated with the 2026 ACE Plan.
REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan C0080266 Page 6 of 6 Legend: Inclusions: Date: December 12, 2025 Page 418 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan C0080266 Attachment 1 Page 1 of 2
AI summary The text is a redacted document related to the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, specifically Attachment 1 of C0080266. It includes a legend and inclusions section, but the content is confidential and has been removed.
9 3 3 0 4N-313G 32 3 2 1 4N-313GB 8 2 1 1 4N-313H 7 2 2 0 503N-311 5 2 1 1 503N-321 17 3 1 2 509N-301 19 3 1 2 516C-311G 12 5 2 3 516N-311 9 3 2 1 517C-301 6 3 3 0 518N-311 17 5 1 4 528C-301 8 3 2 1 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 419 of 782...
AI summary The text contains a table with numerical data and a reference to the 2026 ACE Plan C0080266 Attachment 1, indicating a regulatory proceeding related to capital expenditures.
TION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan C0080111 Page 4 of 5 Instructions: Select option in Column B. Document No: XXX-XX-XXXX-XXXX Columns C through G will auto-populate.
AI summary The document references the 2026 ACE Plan and includes instructions for selecting an option in Column B, with Document No: XXX-XX-XXXX-XXXX. Columns C through G will auto-populate.
Date: September 23, 2025 P: 913.451.1880; www.NovaTechAutomation.com Page: 4 of 5 Commercial Unit Price Extended Qty Product & Description Lead Time (USD) (USD) 1 Outdoor Enclosure, Style A3B as described above 14-16 Weeks ARO 59,865.00 59...
AI summary This document outlines a project titled 'Intelligent Asset Data Capture & Integration Platform' for NS Power, aimed at enhancing asset intelligence using AI to improve prioritization of work streams in Energy Delivery. The project is part of the 2026 ACE Plan with a forecast amount of $267,941.
100% 100% 100% 100% 100% Class Estimate Comments: This project is being filed as a Class 1 estimate. The defined deliverables for this project indicate that 100% of Class 1 requirements have been met. As procurement is fully complete, this...
AI summary This document provides a Class 1 cost estimate for an Energy Control Centre project, indicating that 100% of Class 1 requirements have been met. A 2% contingency is applied for unforeseen issues during final execution. The project is part of the 2026 ACE Plan and includes a checklist for estimating costs following AACE guidelines.
nd remain active, as well as ACE Plan subsequent submittal projects. Projects are removed from this report once the project has been final costed (internal or external), cancelled, or falls below $1M.
AI summary This text discusses the criteria for including projects in a report, noting that projects remain active until they are final costed, cancelled, or fall below $1M. It also mentions the ACE Plan and subsequent submittal projects.
d Generation 49634 HYD - Trout River Diversion Structure Replacement 2022 ACE Plan (for Subsequent Approval) Q1 - May 13, 2024 $ 1,822,300 $ 3,402,776 $ 3,309,528 Approved Distribution C0008638 Cogswell HRM Redevelopment Program 2022 ACE P...
AI summary The document lists various approved and awaiting approval capital expenditure projects related to generation, distribution, and transmission in Nova Scotia, with references to different ACE Plans and associated costs.
1 $ 2,446,051 $ 2,550,603 Approved Distribution 51493 2018 PCB Pole Top Transformer Replacement 2018 ACE Plan 2018 ACE Plan $ 1,360,354 $ 1,360,354 $ 1,384,292 Approved Transmission 51403 2018 PCB Removal Program 2018 ACE Plan 2018 ACE Pla...
AI summary The text contains a table of approved capital expenditure items related to distribution and transmission projects, including pole top transformer replacement, PCB removal, and steel tower refurbishment, under the 2018 ACE Plan and other related plans.
l) Q2 2015 - July 31, 2015 $ 2,379,999 $ 3,802,446 $ 4,026,586 Deferred General Plant 49600 IT - Network Architecture Redesign 2017 ACE Plan (for Subsequent Approval) $ 1,183,826 $ - Approved General Plant 49855 IT Desktop SW Modernization...
AI summary The text presents a table listing various approved and deferred capital expenditure items related to IT and transmission projects, along with associated costs and timelines, referencing the 2016 and 2017 ACE Plans.
2020 ACE Plan (2019 Pending Submission) OTQ - February 21, 2020 $ 109,691,967 $ 101,787,264 $ 103,396,872 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 446 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan Appendix C Page 3 of 9 NS...
AI summary The document provides an overview of the 2020 ACE Plan and includes an update on the status of NS Power capital items as of September 30, 2025, detailing active projects submitted to the NSEB and subsequent submittals.
nd remain active, as well as ACE Plan subsequent submittal projects. Projects are removed from this report once the project has been final costed (internal or external), cancelled, or falls below $1M.
AI summary This text discusses the criteria for including projects in a report, noting that projects remain active until they are final costed, cancelled, or fall below $1M. It also mentions the ACE Plan and subsequent submittal projects.
4,707,040 Approved Transmission C0021123 2020/2021 Substation Polychlorinated Biphenyl (PCB) Equipment2020 Removal ACE Plan 2020 ACE Plan $ 5,197,372 $ 5,197,372 $ 5,482,882 Approved Generation 49949 LM6000 TUC4 Control System Replacement...
AI summary The document lists several approved capital expenditures under the 2020 ACE Plan, including PCB equipment removal, control system replacements, and infrastructure upgrades across transmission and distribution systems in Nova Scotia.
ransmission C0021122 2020/2021 Transmission Switch & Breaker Replacement 2020 ACE Plan 2020 ACE Plan $ 1,312,643 $ 1,312,643 $ 1,518,310 Approved Distribution C0020834 2020/2021 Inaccessible PCB Transformer Replacements 2020 ACE Plan 2020...
AI summary The document lists various approved capital expenditure projects under the 2020 ACE Plan, including transmission switch and breaker replacements, transformer replacements, and new RTU deployments, with associated costs and approvals.
Transmission C0021142 19W-T51 Transformer Replacement 2020 ACE Plan 2020 ACE Plan $ 1,512,336 $ 1,512,336 $ 1,473,279 Approved Distribution C0021182 93V-313-Meteghan Rebuild 2020 ACE Plan 2020 ACE Plan $ 1,075,625 $ 1,075,625 $ 927,225 App...
AI summary The text presents a list of capital expenditure projects approved or under consideration as part of the 2020 and 2021 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plans, including transformer replacement, infrastructure rebuilds, and smart grid initiatives, with associated costs and approval statuses.
3 Approved General Plant C0023623 AMO Distribution APM Program 2020 ACE Plan (for Subsequent Approval) OTQ - April 6, 2020 $ 1,708,240 $ 1,721,484 $ 1,817,942 Approved Generation 16374 HYD Gaspereau Dam Safety 2008 ACE Plan OTQ - February...
AI summary The document lists several approved capital expenditure projects, including distribution and transmission initiatives, with associated costs and approval dates, primarily under the 2020 and 2021 ACE Plans.
$ 7,055,536 Approved Transmission C0031089 2021/2022 Transmission Right-of-Way Widening 69kV 2021 ACE Plan 2021 ACE Plan $ 5,288,520 $ 5,288,520 $ 5,512,846 Approved Transmission C0031122 L6539 Replacements and Upgrades 2021 ACE Plan OTQ -...
AI summary The text contains a list of approved capital expenditures related to transmission and distribution projects under the 2021 ACE Plan, including line replacements, transformer upgrades, and tower refurbishments, with associated costs and approvals.
$ 1,259,927 $ 1,309,293 Approved Distribution C0041892 New Distribution Rights-of-Way Phase 7 2022 ACE Plan 2022 ACE Plan $ 9,854,291 $ 9,854,291 $ 10,221,584 Approved Transmission C0041893 2022/2023 Transmission Right-of-Way Widening 69kV...
AI summary The document presents a list of approved capital expenditures related to distribution and transmission projects under the 2022 ACE Plan. These include projects such as new distribution rights-of-way, transmission right-of-way widening, PCB equipment removal, and anodes installation, with associated costs and approvals.
2,910,451 OTQ - October 10, 2025 $ 2,910,451 $ (272,067) Approved Transmission C0041989 2022/2023 Sacrificial Anode Installation Program 2022 ACE Plan 2022 ACE Plan $ 3,015,107 $ 3,015,107 $ 2,773,423 Deferred Transmission C0041794 L5031 R...
AI summary The document provides a summary of various capital expenditure projects related to transmission, distribution, and generation in Nova Scotia, including approved and awaiting approval items under the 2022 ACE Plan, with associated costs and funding details.
$ 1,362,281 $ 1,362,281 $ 1,414,118 Awaiting Approval Transmission C0043010 2022/2023 Wood Pole Retreatment Program 2022 ACE Plan 2022 ACE Plan $ 1,300,037 $ 1,300,037 $ 791,054 OTQ - October 10, 2025 $ 791,054 $ (508,983) Approved Transmi...
AI summary The document outlines various capital expenditure items related to transmission and generation projects under the 2022 ACE Plan, including approved and deferred projects with associated costs and funding details.
ACE Plan (for Subsequent Approval) $ 32,341,325 $ 1,810,843 Deferred Generation C0034486 HYD - WRC LEM Penstock intake 2022 ACE Plan (for Subsequent Approval) $ 11,239,851 $ 1,206,698 Approved Generation C0000979 HYD - Governor Dam Refurbi...
AI summary This document outlines various capital expenditure items under the 2022 ACE Plan (for Subsequent Approval), including projects related to generation, distribution, transmission, and general plant, with associated costs and approval dates.
nd remain active, as well as ACE Plan subsequent submittal projects. Projects are removed from this report once the project has been final costed (internal or external), cancelled, or falls below $1M.
AI summary This text discusses the criteria for including projects in a report, noting that projects remain active until they are final costed, cancelled, or fall below $1M. It also mentions the ACE Plan and subsequent submittal projects.
13,067,325 Approved Generation C0012838 HYD - Lequille Canal Dyke, Gates and Tailrace Refurbishment 2023 ACE Plan 2023 ACE Plan $ 7,058,816 $ 7,058,816 $ 5,666,283 Approved Generation C0029682 CT VJ2 - Replace Generator Assembly 2023 ACE P...
AI summary The document lists several approved capital expenditure projects under the 2023 ACE Plan, including generation and transmission upgrades, with associated costs and funding details.
463 $ 771,268 Approved Transmission C0055796 2023 EHV Breaker Replacements 2023 ACE Plan OTQ - October 2, 2023 $ 2,048,411 $ 3,463,489 $ 489,115 Approved Transmission C0055696 L5031 Replacement and Upgrades Robinson Corner Tap 2023 ACE Pla...
AI summary The text provides a list of approved capital expenditures related to transmission, distribution, and generation projects under the 2023 ACE Plan. These include items such as breaker replacements, padmount replacements, and turbine valve refurbishments, with associated costs and approvals.
31,170,675 $ 32,729,208 Approved General Plant C0042166 IT - Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Platform 2023 ACE Plan (for Subsequent Approval) OTQ - June 7, 2023 $ 3,233,905 $ 4,261,239 $ 3,944,010 Approved Generation C0051894 TUC - HFO Tank 3 R...
AI summary The document contains a list of approved capital expenditures under the 2023 ACE Plan, including items such as IT infrastructure upgrades, HFO tank refurbishment, and transformer replacements, with associated costs and approval dates.
lation Program 2024 ACE Plan 2024 ACE Plan $ 2,382,113 $ 2,382,113 $ 2,586,372 Approved Transmission C0061545 L6006 Replacements and Upgrades 2024 ACE Plan 2024 ACE Plan $ 5,032,640 $ 5,032,640 $ 6,015,794 Approved Transmission C0061546 L6...
AI summary The text presents a table of approved capital expenditures under the 2024 ACE Plan, detailing various transmission projects with associated costs and approvals.
nd remain active, as well as ACE Plan subsequent submittal projects. Projects are removed from this report once the project has been final costed (internal or external), cancelled, or falls below $1M.
AI summary This text discusses the criteria for including projects in a report, noting that projects remain active until they are final costed, cancelled, or fall below $1M. It also mentions the ACE Plan and subsequent submittal projects.
Transmission C0031048 91H-T11 Transformer Replacement 2025 ACE Plan 2025 ACE Plan $ 6,914,622 $ 6,914,622 $ 85,570 Approved Generation C0039266 HYD - Gulch Overhaul 2025 ACE Plan 2025 ACE Plan $ 1,371,379 $ 1,371,379 $ 287,049 Approved Gen...
AI summary The document lists several approved and pending capital expenditure projects under the 2025 ACE Plan, including transformer replacements, switchgear upgrades, and RTU replacements, with associated costs and approvals.
1,192,508 Approved Transmission C0053295 L5004 Kearney Lake Structure Replacement 2025 ACE Plan 2025 ACE Plan $ 2,478,537 $ 2,478,537 $ 304,281 Approved Transmission C0057682 Spare Transformer Replacement 2025 ACE Plan 2025 ACE Plan $ 2,28...
AI summary This document lists several approved capital expenditures related to transmission, generation, and distribution projects under the 2025 ACE Plan, including costs and other financial details for each project.
$ 1,615,312 Approved Distribution C0068952 2025 PCB Poletop Sampling and Replacement 2025 ACE Plan 2025 ACE Plan $ 7,158,974 $ 7,158,974 $ 1,557,845 Approved Distribution C0068953 2025 PCB Light Replacement 2025 ACE Plan 2025 ACE Plan $ 4,...
AI summary The document outlines several approved capital expenditure projects under the 2025 ACE Plan, including PCB sampling and replacement, light replacement, and substation upgrades, with associated costs and funding details.
3,093,176 $ 1,223,077 Approved Transmission C0069232 L6021 Replacements and Upgrades Phase 1 2025 ACE Plan 2025 ACE Plan $ 3,253,068 $ 3,253,068 $ 1,614,847 Approved Transmission C0069238 2025/2026 Steel Tower Refurbishment 2025 ACE Plan 2...
AI summary The text lists several approved capital expenditures under the 2025 ACE Plan, including transmission and distribution upgrades, SCADA/EMS system improvements, and microwave radio replacements. Some projects are deferred, such as the HYD - Tusket Facility Refurbishment.
1,572,478 $ 1,572,478 $ - Deferred Generation 48913 HYD - Tusket Facility Refurbishment 2025 ACE Plan (for Subsequent Approval) $ 12,972,226 $ 1,078,895 Deferred Transmission C0011358 New Bridgewater Substation 2025 ACE Plan (for Subsequen...
AI summary The text presents a list of projects under the 2025 ACE Plan, including deferred and approved items related to generation and transmission, with associated costs and approval statuses. Key projects include the Tusket Facility Refurbishment, New Bridgewater Substation, and the Eastern Clean Energy Initiative (ECEI) - Transmission.
$ 5,062,652 $ 5,644,468 $ 4,635,351 Approved Generation C0059783 HYD Upper Lake Falls 2 Overhaul 2025 ACE Plan (for Subsequent Approval) OTQ - September 9, 2025 $ 1,678,153 $ 1,582,014 $ 27,269 Approved General Plant C0061284 IT - OT Cyber...
AI summary The text presents a list of approved and awaiting approval capital expenditures, including details such as project names, approval statuses, and associated costs. These expenditures are related to the 2025 ACE Plan and are subject to various approvals and orders.
- May 16, 2025 $ 1,440,911 $1,544,190 $ 340,357 Awaiting Approval Generation C0068655 LM6000 191-332 Life Extension 2025 ACE Plan (for Subsequent Approval) Q2 - August 5, 2025 $ 6,013,454 $ 18,948,560 $ 18,457,860 Pending Submission Genera...
AI summary The document outlines various capital expenditure items related to generation and distribution, including pending approvals and submissions, with associated costs and timelines, all under the 2025 ACE Plan for subsequent approval.
U&U Q2 - August 5, 2025 $ - $ 2,426,669 $ 445,032 Approved Transmission C0074130 Robie Street Underground P&A OTQ - September 9, 2025 $ - $ 4,465,119 $ 1,221,314 Awaiting Approval Generation C0080112 HYD Big Falls Unit 6 Rotor Re-Insulatio...
AI summary The text provides a table listing various projects with their status, costs, and associated dates. These projects include transmission, generation, and general plant initiatives, with some awaiting approval and others already approved. Costs and associated details are provided for each item.
2026 ACE Plan 2026 ACE Plan $ 2,818,855 $ 2,818,855 $ 66,043 Awaiting Approval Transmission C0053234 96H-T1 Transformer Replacement 2026 ACE Plan 2026 ACE Plan $ 2,056,752 $ 2,056,752 $ 21,093 Awaiting Approval Generation C0068888 TUC3 Con...
AI summary The text presents a list of capital expenditure items under the 2026 ACE Plan, including transformer replacements, system upgrades, and switch replacements, with associated costs and approval status.
2026 ACE Plan 2026 ACE Plan $ 2,074,494 $ 2,074,494 $ 72,103 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 449 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan Appendix C Page 6 of 9 NS Power Capital Item Status Update 3rd Quarter...
AI summary This document provides an overview of the 2026 ACE Plan, including a capital item status update as of September 30, 2025. It outlines active projects submitted to the NSEB and explains when projects are removed from the report.
nd remain active, as well as ACE Plan subsequent submittal projects. Projects are removed from this report once the project has been final costed (internal or external), cancelled, or falls below $1M.
AI summary This text discusses the criteria for including projects in a report, noting that projects remain active until they are final costed, cancelled, or fall below $1M. It also mentions the ACE Plan and subsequent submittal projects.
ACE Plan Reference Submission or Status Category CI Number Title Submission/Date ACE Amount Actual Spend FIN Submission Date FIN Amount Variance (or U&U and P&A) Approved Amount Awaiting Approval Transmission C0070909 70W-T52 Transformer A...
AI summary The document presents a table outlining several capital items (CIs) under the 2026 ACE Plan, including their status, category, CI numbers, titles, submission dates, ACE amounts, actual spend, and variance. These items are related to infrastructure upgrades in transmission and distribution systems.
on C0080110 L7012 Replacements and Upgrades Phase 1 2026 ACE Plan 2026 ACE Plan $ 5,370,318 $ 5,370,318 $ - Awaiting Approval General Plant C0080111 2026 RTU Deployment 2026 ACE Plan 2026 ACE Plan $ 8,322,655 $ 8,322,655 $ - Awaiting Appro...
AI summary The text presents a list of capital expenditure items under the 2026 ACE Plan, including replacements, upgrades, and refurbishments across various projects, with associated costs listed for each item.
C0080206 POA Boiler Refurbishment 2026 2026 ACE Plan 2026 ACE Plan $ 1,304,600 $ 1,304,600 $ - Awaiting Approval General Plant C0080252 Intelligent Asset Data Capture & Integration Platform 2026 ACE Plan 2026 ACE Plan $ 267,941 $ 267,941 $...
AI summary The text lists several capital expenditure projects under the 2026 ACE Plan, including boiler refurbishments, asset data integration platforms, distribution right of way expansions, and various hydroelectric refurbishment and analysis projects. Some are awaiting approval, while others are pending submission.
595 HYD - TUS 1 Overhaul 2026 ACE Plan (for Subsequent Approval) $ 5,649,954 $ 310,075 Pending Submission Transmission 51098 L-6014 Shannon Park Transmission Towers 2026 ACE Plan (for Subsequent Approval) $ 39,471,723 $ 1,476,385 Pending S...
AI summary The text lists various capital expenditure projects under the 2026 ACE Plan, including infrastructure overhauls, software implementations, and transmission tower upgrades, with associated costs and approvals pending.
HYD ANN Facility Isolation 2026 ACE Plan (for Subsequent Approval) $ 4,083,925 $ 2,778,287 Pending Submission Transmission C0059483 83V L-5017 and L-5046 Rebuild Tap 2026 ACE Plan (for Subsequent Approval) $ 1,207,318 $ 212,714 Pending Sub...
AI summary The document outlines several capital expenditure projects under the 2026 ACE Plan, including facility isolation, transmission rebuilds, IT migrations, and environmental upgrades, with varying amounts approved and pending.
IT - Managed Detect & Respond 2026 ACE Plan (for Subsequent Approval) $ 2,585,071 $ 140,002 Pending Submission General Plant C0068714 IT - Identity & Access Management 2026 ACE Plan (for Subsequent Approval) $ 4,324,589 $ 914,563 Pending S...
AI summary The text lists several IT and transmission projects with associated costs under the 2026 ACE Plan (for Subsequent Approval), including IT security, DERMS solutions, ADMS upgrades, and transformer replacements.
HYD Malay Falls Rubber Dam 2026 ACE Plan (for Subsequent Approval) $ 2,237,339 $ 42,684 Pending Submission Generation C0076273 Bear Head Ash Management Site - Life Extension 2026 ACE Plan (for Subsequent Approval) $ 10,148,108 $ 18,725 Pen...
AI summary The document outlines several pending submissions related to capital expenditures under the 2026 ACE Plan, including projects such as the Malay Falls Rubber Dam, Bear Head Ash Management Site life extension, and various infrastructure upgrades across generation, distribution, and transmission systems.
Replacements and Upgrades Phase 1 2026 ACE Plan (for Subsequent Approval) $ 2,490,532 $ - Pending Submission Generation C0080219 HYD Deep Brook Spillway & Intake Refurbishment 2026 ACE Plan (for Subsequent Approval) $ 3,142,201 $ 4,250 Pen...
AI summary This text outlines various capital expenditure projects under the 2026 ACE Plan, including turbine refurbishments, infrastructure upgrades, and other initiatives, with associated costs and pending approvals.
se 2 2026 ACE Plan (for Subsequent Approval) $ 13,000,000 $ 2,875,292 Pending Submission General Plant C0082133 IT - Renew Microsoft Enterprise Agreement 2026 ACE Plan (for Subsequent Approval) $ 1,800,000 $ - Pending Submission Generation...
AI summary The text outlines the 2026 ACE Plan (for Subsequent Approval) with specific line items related to IT and generation capacity requirements, along with deferred or cancelled projects from the 2025 ACE Plan. These projects are part of broader planning and capital expenditure processes.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix D Page 7 of 179 New Updates - Scope Change • Examples that would trigger a Scope Change application: o The refurbishment (component replacement) of an asset is changed to a full asset replacement. (i.e. a Steam Turbi...
AI summary This section outlines the conditions under which a scope change would be required for the 2026 ACE Plan. Examples include changing from component replacement to full asset replacement or altering the technology application. However, changes in quantity of units without altering the project intent are not considered scope changes.
TION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan Appendix D Page 14 of 179 Nova ScoƟa Power Inc. Capital Planning & Capital Expenditure JusƟficaƟon Criteria Summary Document TABLE OF CONTENTS
AI summary This document outlines Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure Plan (ACE Plan) and includes an appendix related to capital planning and capital expenditure justification criteria.
per year and 1 in 10 operating years. Failure or occurrence is almost certain (91-100% ). Available data, past Almost Certain 5 experience and or subject matter expert input indicates an expected occurrence rate of greater than once per ye...
AI summary This document outlines the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan Appendix D for Nova Scotia Power Inc., focusing on General Plant. It includes criteria for capital planning and expenditure justification, with references to risk levels and probabilities of failure or occurrence.
Deleted: c • Cost support for the Scope Change request (if applicable); and Deleted: ATO • Updated economic analysis and / or produc on cos ng modelling results (if applicable). 12.3 RouƟne Capital ATO Rou ne capital ATOs are based on the...
AI summary The text outlines requirements for Routine Capital ATO submissions by Nova Scotia Power Inc., including variance thresholds for sub-roune budgets, NSEB approval processes, and documentation requirements. It references the 2026 ACE Plan and capital expenditure justification criteria.
ta on and work vehicles. Vehicle Replacement Process The first step in the review of any vehicle for poten al replacement is that it meet the life cycle cos ng methodology ini al screening criteria. Vehicles proposed for replacement based...
AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) outlines its vehicle replacement process based on lifecycle cost methodology, mechanical inspections, and prioritization of economic benefits. The document is part of the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix D, detailing capital planning and expenditure justification criteria.
1.0 Defini ons ......................................................................................................................... 4 2.0 Introduc on .......................................................................................
AI summary The document outlines Nova Scotia Power's commitment to capital planning, including expenditure justification categories, economic analysis, and financing processes. It references the ACE Plan Projects, highlighting integration of affordability and clean energy initiatives within regulatory frameworks.
.......................... 25 6.9 Capital Budge ng................................................................................................. 25 6.10 ACE Plan Projects ....................................................................
AI summary The document outlines capital budgeting processes, ACE Plan projects, financial criteria for capital planning, economic analysis of alternatives, and requirements for NSEB approval, focusing on capital application procedures and authorization to overspend policies.
.......................................................... 58 Month DD, 2025 Page 2 of 113 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 521 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan Appendix D Page 69 of 179 Nova ScoƟa Powe...
AI summary The document outlines Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s Capital Planning & Capital Expenditure Justification Criteria, focusing on processes for evaluating and approving capital expenditures. It is part of the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix D, though specific details are redacted.
al Projects within the NS Power Rou ne Program .......................................... 89 Appendix B: Capital Item Documenta on Policy & Review Requirements .................................. 95 Appendix C: System Design Criteria .........
AI summary The document outlines definitions and criteria for Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s capital planning and expenditure processes, including the Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, Authorization to Overspend (ATO), and related terms. It details requirements for submitting capital projects to the Nova Scotia Energy Board (NSEB).
te of Return IRT Investment Review Team MC Measurement Canada Month DD, 2025 Page 7 of 113 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 526 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan Appendix D Page 74 of 179 Nova ScoƟa Powe...
AI summary The document outlines Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s capital planning and expenditure justification criteria, referencing the Nova Scotia Energy Board's 1995 ACE Plan Decision. It includes definitions of acronyms related to capital expenditures, reliability standards, and regulatory frameworks.
per year and 1 in 10 operating years. Failure or occurrence is almost certain (91-100% ). Available data, past Almost Certain 5 experience and or subject matter expert input indicates an expected occurrence rate of greater than once per ye...
AI summary The text discusses reliability risk assessments with high probability (91-100%) of failure events occurring annually. It references the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix D and Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s Capital Planning & Capital Expenditure Justification Criteria document, focusing on infrastructure reliability and capital expenditure processes.
por on of equity to total capital of the incremental rate used by NS Power calculates the present value based upon the annual revenue base.¶ requirement for the project throughout the term. The levelized cost analysis is useful Addi onal f...
AI summary The document discusses Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s capital planning and capital expenditure justification criteria, emphasizing Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis. It references the Board's 2022 ACE Plan decision, which provided directives on evaluating capital projects based on revenue requirements and cost recovery mechanisms.
roject investment risk: Inherent Risk: varies with the nature of the project and generally relates to unknowns about successful performance. TradiƟonal Risk: results from errors in es mates and assump ons that affect the probable revenue re...
AI summary The document outlines NS Power's approach to managing investment risks in capital projects, including inherent, traditional, and corporate strategic risks. It discusses establishing project-level cutoff rates to mitigate inherent risk and acknowledges corporate priorities may override project-specific risk assessments.
the same Wind Farm site. Transmission & Distribu on – Work completed on the same asset class (Padmount transformers, Breakers, etc.) or in the same loca on (feeder, Transmission Line). General Plant – Work completed on the same asset (appl...
AI summary The document outlines criteria for categorizing capital expenditures, contingency guidelines, and cost support documentation for Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s 2026 ACE Plan. It emphasizes structured approaches to asset classification, risk assessment, and justification of capital projects.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix D Page 116 of 179 Nova ScoƟa Power Inc. Capital Planning & Capital Expenditure JusƟficaƟon Criteria Detailed Document • A technology project that intended to replace / upgrade a system with a specified applica on cha...
AI summary The document outlines criteria for justifying capital expenditures by Nova Scotia Power Inc., including definitions of scope changes, required documentation for scope change applications, and routine capital ATOs tied to the annual ACE Plan budget.
and / or produc on cos ng modelling results (if applicable). 12.3 RouƟne Capital ATO Rou ne capital ATOs are based on the annual budget of individual sub-rou nes noted in the preceding ACE Plan. Those sub-rou nes with variances compared to...
AI summary The document outlines requirements for Routine Capital ATOs based on annual budgets, submission thresholds for NSEB review, and documentation needed for sub-rou nes exceeding 5% or $250,000 variances. It also details Final Cost Application (FIN) requirements under the 2026 ACE Plan.
al deteriora on of physical plant caused by use over me and usually occurs because of the physical deteriora on of the asset. This type of re rement usually causes an asset to be scrapped. Inadequacy This usually occurs because of such ite...
AI summary The text outlines reasons for asset retirement, including physical deterioration, inadequacy, obsolescence, regulatory requirements, and customer demands. It also references a detailed capital planning document under Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s 2026 ACE Plan.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix D Page 119 of 179 Nova ScoƟa Power Inc. Capital Planning & Capital Expenditure JusƟficaƟon Criteria Detailed Document Procedures When capital assets reach the end of their useful life and are no longer able to contri...
AI summary The document outlines Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s procedures for removing capital assets from the rate base upon reaching the end of their useful life, including depreciation handling and exceptions for land sales. It references the 2026 ACE Plan and discusses routine expenditures, though later sections are redacted.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix D Page 120 of 179 Nova ScoƟa Power Inc. Capital Planning & Capital Expenditure JusƟficaƟon Criteria Detailed Document 15.0 RouƟne Expenditures 15.1 Foreword NS Power’s Rou ne Program (the Program) is organized and ma...
AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. outlines its Routine Program for recurring annual capital expenditures, including replacements, improvements, and system growth additions. The program adheres to Capital Expenditure Justification Criteria and requires annual NSEB approval via the ACE Plan, with detailed budgeting and historical data provided for justification.
dro, Wind and Biomass The principles set out hereunder shall be used by NS Power in determining the methods used and ming of purchase and replacement of its hydro, wind and biomass produc on assets. These produc on assets shall be purchase...
AI summary NS Power outlines principles for managing hydro, wind, and biomass production assets, including replacement conditions to address safety, legal compliance, economic benefits, reliability, and optimized investment timing. Economic justification procedures prioritize cost-effective solutions meeting operational and financial criteria.
ther transmission plant so as to eliminate NS Power’s requirement for the plant in ques on. • Replace the transmission plant as to maintain NS Power’s transmission system. • Any repairs, upgrades or modifica ons will be costed as per the m...
AI summary The document outlines Nova Scotia Power's approach to transmission and distribution system upgrades, emphasizing cost justification for capital expenditures and adherence to service provision requirements. It details criteria for replacing transmission infrastructure, cost calculation standards, and the integration of distribution systems with customer service needs.
t feeders has been fully u lized. In addi on, cable ra ngs for normal and emergency condi ons should be determined by reference to the “Underground Standards Manual”. • Conductors Overhead conductors are considered to be overloaded when th...
AI summary The document outlines procedures for identifying and addressing overloaded equipment on Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s distribution system, referencing specific manuals and criteria for conductor loading, equipment ratings, and economic justification of solutions.
of iden fied system problems following a review of op ons. The least Deleted: These are minor in nature. cost op on mee ng the requirements and constraints specified shall be selected. Month DD, 2025 Page 89 of 113 Date: December 12, 2025...
AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s 2026 ACE Plan Appendix D outlines capital expenditure routines for maintaining transmission infrastructure, including spare equipment management, protective relay replacements, and planned transmission line improvements. These procedures aim to ensure system reliability through proactive maintenance and upgrades.
s: Includes network management servers and so ware, telecom alarm monitoring devices and site monitoring equipment. • Telecommunica ons Spares Includes: Maintenance Spares for telecommunica on equipment and facili es, broadband networks an...
AI summary The document outlines capital expenditure categories for telecommunications infrastructure, SCADA systems, and computing asset management at Nova Scotia Power Inc., including hardware, software, and network upgrades. It references the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix D and detailed capital expenditure justification criteria.
ni al approval of the project. Approval is subject to the item mee ng the Capital Expenditure Jus fica on Criteria in place at the me the project is approved. Documenta on Requirements: Sufficient documenta on will be maintained to support t...
AI summary The document outlines requirements for approving capital projects under the Capital Expenditure Justification Criteria (CEJC), emphasizing documentation to ensure compliance with laws and customer benefit. Nova Scotia Power Inc. and the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board are involved in final approvals and oversight.
ill be 14 cycles. c. Where breaker failure protec on is required to trip remote breakers to isolate the fault described in item a), the fault clearing me will be 16 cycles. d. For a three phase or phase to ground fault on any element direc...
AI summary The document outlines technical requirements for breaker failure protection, fault clearing times, and system stability criteria for the Interconnected Transmission System. It references the 2026 ACE Plan and Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s capital expenditure justification criteria, emphasizing system reliability and dynamic response standards.
shall be within 110% of their thermally limited ra ngs under the condi on that the System Operator can take ac on within a 10 minute period to reduce load on the element. 3. From normal system condiƟons, for any single conƟngency, steady-s...
AI summary The document outlines technical requirements for system reliability, including voltage limits (90-110% of nominal), fault management provisions, breaker backup for remote transmission, and transformer capacity standards to meet daily load demands under normal conditions and during generation outages.
grows past 60 MW, a second transmission line will be evaluated regardless of performance. Month DD, 2025 Page 113 of 113 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 632 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan Appendix E...
AI summary The document discusses NS Power's Mersey Hydro Update, noting that if capacity exceeds 60 MW, a second transmission line will be evaluated regardless of performance. This is part of the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix E, dated December 12, 2025.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix E Page 2 of 17 Mersey Hydro Update Non-Confidential 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 3 1.0 INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................. 3 4 2.0 SUST...
AI summary The document outlines the Mersey Hydro Update as part of the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix E, covering investment sustainability, project development, NPV analysis, and upcoming IRP considerations. Sections include redevelopment, decommissioning costs, and stakeholder engagement, though content is partially redacted.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix E Page 3 of 17 Mersey Hydro Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The 2026 ACE Plan's Appendix E, Page 3, contains a non-confidential update on Mersey Hydro. The document outlines details related to the Mersey Hydro project as part of the Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan for 2026.
conducted since the filing of the 2025 ACE Plan related to evaluating 26 and costing the MHS decommissioning and partial decommissioning options. 27 28 10. The Board directs NS Power to include cost estimates for further preliminary 29 eng...
AI summary The Nova Scotia Energy Board (NSEB) directs Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) to include detailed cost estimates for Mersey system updates in its 2026 ACE Plan, including preliminary engineering, stakeholder engagement, environmental studies, and procurement costs. These estimates must also be incorporated into NS Power’s NPV analysis comparing the Mersey Redevelopment Project to decommissioning options.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix E Page 5 of 17 Mersey Hydro Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan Appendix E, page 5, details the Mersey Hydro Update, a non-confidential document outlining project progress and financial considerations.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix E Page 6 of 17 Mersey Hydro Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The 2026 ACE Plan Appendix E discusses updates related to Mersey Hydro, focusing on non-confidential information. The document appears to address capital expenditure planning and renewable energy initiatives under Nova Scotia's regulatory framework.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix E Page 8 of 17 Mersey Hydro Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The 2026 ACE Plan Appendix E, page 8, discusses the Mersey Hydro Update, a non-confidential document outlining progress and details related to the Mersey Hydro project.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix E Page 9 of 17 Mersey Hydro Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The document is part of the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, specifically Appendix E, Page 9 of 17, focusing on the Mersey Hydro Update. The content is labeled as non-confidential.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix E Page 10 of 17 Mersey Hydro Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The text references Appendix E, Page 10 of the 2026 ACE Plan, titled 'Mersey Hydro Update,' indicating a non-confidential document related to annual capital expenditure planning and hydroelectric projects in Nova Scotia.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix E Page 11 of 17 Mersey Hydro Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The document references the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan's Appendix E, focusing on the Mersey Hydro Update. The update is part of a non-confidential section discussing capital projects related to hydroelectric infrastructure in Nova Scotia.
that each phase will take 23 approximately five years to complete, where the first year will focus on preparation and 24 procurement. 25 26 The total combined estimate to redevelop the MHS is $1.2 billion CAD. 27 Page 11 of 17 Date: Decemb...
AI summary The Mersey Hydro Station redevelopment project is estimated at $1.2 billion CAD, with a five-year timeline starting with preparation and procurement in the first year. This update is part of the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix E.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix E Page 12 of 17 Mersey Hydro Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The text references an update on Mersey Hydro within the 2026 ACE Plan, specifically Appendix E, page 12, marked as non-confidential. The content appears to outline procedural or project-related information for regulatory review.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix E Page 13 of 17 Mersey Hydro Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The document references an update on Mersey Hydro within the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan's Appendix E, indicating ongoing project developments or assessments related to hydroelectric resources.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix E Page 14 of 17 Mersey Hydro Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The document references an update on Mersey Hydro within the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, focusing on non-confidential details in Appendix E.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix E Page 16 of 17 Mersey Hydro Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The text references the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix E, focusing on a Mersey Hydro Update. It indicates a non-confidential section of the plan discussing updates related to the Mersey Hydro project.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix E Attachment 1 Page 1 of 4 NON-CONFIDENTIAL WACC Rate 5.08%
AI summary The 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan Appendix E specifies a Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC) rate of 5.08%, reflecting a key financial parameter in the plan's cost modeling and investment analysis.
190,000 2015-2024 average Mersey production (MWh) 2% Inflation rate (matches HIP) Marginal cost of elec $ 81.57 $ 84.15 $ 87.07 $ 105.19 $ 107.29 $ 109.44 $ 111.63 $ 113.86 $ 116.14 $ 118.46 $ 120.83 $ 123.25 $ 125.71 Marginal cost of capa...
AI summary The text presents marginal cost data for electricity and capacity from 2015-2024, showing increasing costs over time, and references a 5.08% WACC rate. It also mentions the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix E Attachment 1, indicating financial planning context.
Marginal cost of elec $ 128.23 $ 130.79 $ 133.41 $ 136.07 $ 138.80 $ 141.57 $ 144.40 $ 147.29 $ 150.24 $ 153.24 $ 156.31 $ 159.43 $ 162.62 Marginal cost of capacity $ 146.00 $ 149.00 $ 152.00 $ 155.00 $ 158.00 $ 161.00 $ 164.00 $ 167.00 $...
AI summary The document presents marginal cost data for electricity and capacity from 2025 to 2026, showing increasing trends. It references the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix E and includes a WACC rate of 5.08%. Portions of the text are redacted as confidential.
192.08 $ 195.92 $ 199.84 $ 203.84 $ 207.91 $ 212.07 $ 216.31 $ 220.64 $ 225.05 $ 229.55 $ 234.14 $ 238.83 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 652 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan Appendix E Attachment 1 Pa...
AI summary The document includes a WACC rate of 5.08% and appears to be part of the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix E. The text contains numerical data and references to a non-confidential section of a regulatory proceeding.
2% Marginal cost of elec $ 214.58 Marginal cost of capacity $ 243.60 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 653 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan Appendix F Page 1 of 55 NS Power The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update...
AI summary NS Power's 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, part of its 'Path to 2030' update, includes cost considerations for electricity and capacity, reflecting marginal costs of $214.58 and $243.60 respectively. The document outlines financial planning for infrastructure and resource management.
................................................... 50 9 9.0 CONCLUSION .................................................................................................................. 54 10 Page 3 of 55 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 656...
AI summary The document references the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan and the 2025 update to 'The Path to 2030,' indicating ongoing energy planning and capital investment strategies in Nova Scotia. These documents likely outline long-term infrastructure and resource development goals.
......................................................... 36 13 Figure 10 - Project Accountabilities Matrix ................................................................................. 47 14 Page 4 of 55 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 6...
AI summary The document references the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan Appendix F, part of the 'Path to 2030 – 2025 Update' regulatory proceeding. Confidential information has been redacted, with page numbers indicating a multi-page document.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix F Page 5 of 55 The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The text references the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix F, part of 'The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update,' indicating a regulatory document related to Nova Scotia's energy planning and capital expenditure strategies up to 2030. The content is marked as non-confidential.
Resources Stage 1 300 2027 20274 Stage 2 300 2029-2030 2029-20304 Page 6 of 55 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 659 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan Appendix F Page 7 of 55 The Path to 2030 – 2025 Updat...
AI summary The document outlines energy resource plans including fuel conversions at existing units (e.g., Point Tupper 2, Lingan 1/3/4), new wind/solar capacity (1,139 MW), energy storage (200–400 MW), fast-acting generation (600 MW), and load management initiatives (150 MW) from 2025–2029. Projects are scheduled for 2027–2030 with specific capacity and commissioning dates.
ESO-NS. These parties will have 16 various accountabilities in the development and execution of projects that will add and integrate 17 both renewable and dispatchable resources to the grid. 18 Page 7 of 55 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 660...
AI summary The document references ESO-NS's role in integrating renewable and dispatchable resources into the grid, with a focus on the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix F. It outlines project development and execution responsibilities for stakeholders.
urce outside Nova Scotia. 22 23 This requirement was incorporated into the most recent Evergreen IRP and is considered in the 24 2030 Clean Power Plan. 25 2 N.S. Reg. 110/2021. Page 10 of 55 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 663 of 782 REDACTED...
AI summary Nova Scotia's Environmental Goals and Climate Change Reduction Act mandates 80% renewable electricity by 2030 and coal phase-out by 2030. These targets are integrated into the Evergreen IRP and 2030 Clean Power Plan, with the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix F detailing implementation steps.
ower Plan is 6 shown in Figure 2 below. 7 8 Figure 2 - Nova Scotia's 2030 Clean Power Plan (October 2023) 9 6 nova-scotia-clean-power-plan-presentation-en.pdf (novascotia.ca) Page 13 of 55 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 666 of 782 REDACTED R...
AI summary The document references Nova Scotia's 2030 Clean Power Plan and its 2025 update under the 2026 ACE Plan, highlighting the Path to 2030 initiative. It includes a figure and a link to a presentation, though key details are redacted.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix F Page 14 of 55 The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan Appendix F, part of the 'Path to 2030 – 2025 Update' document, outlines non-confidential details related to Nova Scotia's energy planning and capital investment strategies.
responsibility for the first 300 MW of generation capacity. 26 27 In its letter regarding the Decarbonization Deferral Account (DDA) – 2024 Annual Report, the 28 Board directed NS Power to report on the particulars of the collaborative eff...
AI summary The Board directed NS Power to report on collaborative efforts related to the Decarbonization Deferral Account (DDA) in its 2024 Annual Report. The text also references the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix F and 'The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update.'
support the transition of accountabilities to the IESO-NS. 8 M12303, 2024 Annual DDA Report, Board letter, October 17, 2025. 9 IESO-Nova-Scotia-REOI-for-Capacity.pdf Page 15 of 55 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 668 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (...
AI summary The document references the transition of accountabilities to the IESO-NS, citing the 2024 Annual DDA Report and a Board letter dated October 17, 2025. It also mentions the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix F and 'The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update,' highlighting regulatory and planning processes related to decarbonization and capacity management.
ruction support for both Network Upgrades and 25 Transmission Provider Interconnection Facilities. There has been significant progress in these 10 https://novascotiarbp.com/updates Page 16 of 55 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 669 of 782 REDA...
AI summary The document highlights progress in Network Upgrades and Transmission Provider Interconnection Facilities under the 2026 ACE Plan, part of a multi-year planning cycle toward 2030 goals. The text references an external update page and a non-confidential update document.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix F Page 17 of 55 The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The text references 'Appendix F' of the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, specifically page 17 of a 55-page document titled 'The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update.' The document is marked as non-confidential and appears to outline updates to a long-term energy strategy.
. 26 • Verification of applicant consumption data and account status. 27 • Executing Participant Agreements with awarded Participants. 11 S.N.S. 2022, c. 12. Page 17 of 55 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 670 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDEN...
AI summary The text outlines procedural steps for verifying applicant data and executing participant agreements, referencing the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix F and the 'Path to 2030 – 2025 Update' as part of a non-confidential document. It highlights regulatory processes related to energy programs and planning.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix F Page 18 of 55 The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The document is titled 'The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update' and is part of the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, specifically Appendix F, Page 18 of 55. It outlines non-confidential information related to long-term planning and capital expenditure strategies.
ades for each project. 17 18 In September 2025, the Province of Nova Scotia announced its intention to initiate a new 19 procurement process to ensure the GCP achieves its targeted capacity. 14 20 12 Green Choice Program Regulations - Elec...
AI summary The Province of Nova Scotia plans to restart a procurement process for the Green Choice Program (GCP) to meet its capacity targets after four projects withdrew. This follows regulatory updates and media coverage on wind energy procurement challenges, with context provided by the 2026 ACE Plan and related documents.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix F Page 19 of 55 The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan Appendix F, page 19 of 55, titled 'The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update,' is a non-confidential document outlining updates to Nova Scotia's energy strategy. It focuses on capital expenditure planning and long-term energy goals.
bases, pouring the foundation for the substation, and installing poles for the collection system.19 24 PHP Wind continues to forecast commercial operation to start in the fourth quarter of 2026. 25 15 Prescribed Generation Facilities and E...
AI summary PHP Wind's project progress includes site preparation and infrastructure development, with a forecasted commercial operation in Q4 2026. Regulatory references include the Prescribed Generation Facilities and Energy-Storage Projects Regulations and Bill 149, Powering the Offshore Act. The text also cites meeting minutes related to the project.
Agreement IR 762 – Minas In Progress In Progress Pending Dec 31, 2026 Highlands Wind 13 14 6.1.3.3 Renewable to Retail / Mersey River Wind Inc (IR 597 and IR 675) 15 16 The Renewable to Retail (RtR) electricity market was established in No...
AI summary The Renewable to Retail (RtR) electricity market in Nova Scotia, established in 2016, enables independent retailers to sell renewable energy directly to NS Power’s retail customers. The text references the Path to 2030 and the 2025 10 Year System Outlook, part of the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix F.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix F Page 21 of 55 The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update Non-Confidential
AI summary This document is part of the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, specifically Appendix F of 'The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update,' a non-confidential update outlining strategic initiatives for Nova Scotia's energy sector.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix F Page 22 of 55 The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan Appendix F, page 22 of 55, titled 'The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update,' outlines a non-confidential document related to Nova Scotia's energy planning and investment strategies for 2030, with a 2025 progress update.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix F Page 23 of 55 The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The document is titled 'The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update' and is labeled as non-confidential. It appears to be part of the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix F, though no further content is provided in the chunk.
tes in Sydney, 25 Cape Breton has 44 residential and commercial subscribers, and enrolled in the program March 1, 26 2025. In March 2025, the Provincial DOE approved three additional Community Solar projects: 21 S.N.S. 2022, c. 12, s 5. 22...
AI summary Cape Breton has 44 residential and commercial subscribers enrolled in a program effective March 1, 2025. The Provincial DOE approved three additional Community Solar projects in March 2025, referencing the 2025 ACE Plan Appendix F and Nova Scotia’s Climate Change Plan. Documents include the Community Solar Program Guide and legislative references.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix F Page 24 of 55 The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update Non-Confidential
AI summary This document references Appendix F of the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, part of the 'Path to 2030 – 2025 Update' non-confidential section. It appears to outline updates to Nova Scotia's energy planning and capital investment strategies for 2025-2030.
m report 24 with the NSEB as required by the Community Solar Program Regulations 27 and the Board Order 25 from the Application for Approval of the Community Solar Energy Credit proceeding. 28 26 24 New Solar Garden Coming to Annapolis Cou...
AI summary The text references the Community Solar Program Regulations and a Board Order approving the Community Solar Energy Credit Rider. It also mentions the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix F and the Path to 2030 – 2025 Update, indicating ongoing regulatory and programmatic efforts related to solar energy in Nova Scotia.
5 7,085 MWh. 26 • 82 percent of requests were for Class 1 Commercial Net Metering Service (Generators up 27 to 100 kW). 29 N.S. Reg. 338/2022. Page 25 of 55 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 678 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATIO...
AI summary The document references 82% of requests being for Class 1 Commercial Net Metering Service (up to 100 kW generators) and cites N.S. Reg. 338/2022. It also mentions the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix F and 'The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update' as contextual materials.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix F Page 26 of 55 The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan Appendix F discusses the Path to 2030 update as of 2025, focusing on non-confidential information.
ed a new procurement process should be initiated targeting 1,000 – 1,200 GWh of low- 26 impact renewable electricity in order to meet the 2030 80 percent renewable energy standard. 30 In 27 September 25, 2025, the Nova Scotia Energy Minist...
AI summary The document proposes initiating a procurement process targeting 1,000–1,200 GWh of low-impact renewable electricity to meet Nova Scotia's 2030 80% renewable energy standard. It references the Nova Scotia Energy Minister's announcement of reissuing a call for new renewable energy sources and seeking a new procurement administrator, citing M12386 and the 2025 10 Year System Outlook.
final BESS site under this project, is on track for commercial operation in 24 July 2026. 25 31 Nova Scotia to redo wind energy procurement after 4 projects drop out CBC News Page 27 of 55 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 680 of 782 REDACTED R...
AI summary Nova Scotia amended the Electricity Act in 2023 to enable competitive procurement of energy storage via RFPs and contracts. The Province confirmed in 2024 that future energy storage capacity will be procured by IESO-NS through a competitive process, with timing and quantity determined by the IESO-NS.
14 to be determined by the IESO-NS. 15 32 S.N.S. 2023, c. 17. 33 Electricity Act Amendments Allow More Energy Storage Solutions - Government of Nova Scotia, Canada Page 28 of 55 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 681 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CO...
AI summary The text references the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix F and the 'Path to 2030 – 2025 Update,' indicating alignment with Nova Scotia's energy strategy updates. It cites legislative amendments (S.N.S. 2023, c. 17) and regulatory documents related to energy storage and electrification planning.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix F Page 29 of 55 The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update Non-Confidential
AI summary This document is part of the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, specifically Appendix F of a 55-page report titled 'The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update.' The content is non-confidential and outlines strategic planning related to energy and infrastructure goals for Nova Scotia.
ransmission line between Onslow, NS and 28 Salisbury, NB required to improve the reliability of Nova Scotia’s transmission link to the New 29 Brunswick Power (NB Power) system and the broader Eastern Interconnection, continues to 30 progre...
AI summary A transmission line project between Onslow, NS and Salisbury, NB aims to enhance Nova Scotia’s grid reliability by Q4 2028. Progress updates mention Q1 2025 activities by Wasoqonatl Transmission. The text references the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix F and the 'Path to 2030 – 2025 Update' as non-confidential documents.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix F Page 30 of 55 The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The document is an appendix (Appendix F) of the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, part of the 2025 Update titled 'The Path to 2030.' It is labeled as non-confidential and appears on page 30 of 55.
1 Incorporated (WTI) was formed in Nova Scotia as an ownership arrangement pursuant to the 2 Prescribed Projects Regulations made under the NS Public Utilities Act, to facilitate a low-cost 3 equity investment in the Project by the Canada...
AI summary WTI, a deemed utility under the Public Utilities Act, submitted an application for project cost approval and rate base establishment for the NS-NB Reliability Intertie Project. The NSEB approved the project in November 2025, directing WTI to update progress on the Path to 2030 timeline and participate in NS Power’s ACE Plan proceedings. Land acquisition and right-of-way clearing in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick are progressing ahead of schedule.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix F Page 31 of 55 The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan Appendix F, page 31 of 55, titled 'The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update,' outlines a non-confidential document related to Nova Scotia's energy planning and capital investment strategies for the period leading to 2030.
for new fast-acting generation capacity was also confirmed in the 26 Evergreen IRP analysis and it was included as part of Action Item #3c in the August 2023 update 27 to the IRP Action Plan and Roadmap, which points to a range of 600MW to...
AI summary The document confirms the need for new fast-acting generation capacity, as outlined in the Evergreen IRP analysis and included in Action Item #3c of the August 2023 IRP update. The required capacity ranges from 600MW to 900MW, emphasizing a significant increase in system firm generation capacity.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix F Page 33 of 55 The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The text references the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan's Appendix F, titled 'The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update,' indicating a document outlining capital expenditure strategies for Nova Scotia's energy sector as part of a 2030 roadmap. The document is non-confidential and part of a larger planning process.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix F Page 34 of 55 The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The document outlines the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan's Appendix F, part of the 2025 update to 'The Path to 2030' initiative, providing non-confidential details on capital spending strategies.
rged as a consistent outcome 26 across all 2023 Evergreen IRP scenarios. The value of this conversion is supported by the low 27 capital cost (these units already operate on HFO) and the ability for these units to operate in a 28 peaking c...
AI summary The analysis highlights the conversion of existing HFO-operating units to peaking capacity as a consistent outcome across 2023 Evergreen IRP scenarios, citing low capital costs and suitability for net peak demand periods. This aligns with the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix F.
Currently operating in Cold Reserve Lingan 3 2029 Converted to HFO operation (reliability resource) Lingan 4 2029 Converted to HFO operation (reliability resource) Trenton 5 2027 Trenton 6 2029 Point Aconi 2029 Point Tupper 2028 Converted...
AI summary The document outlines the operational status of several power plants, including conversions to HFO (Heavy Fuel Oil) and scheduled decommissioning dates. NS Power notes that retaining thermal units in cold reserve supports system reliability during commissioning and testing, as part of ongoing resource planning by IESO-NS.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix F Page 38 of 55 The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The document is titled 'The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update' and is part of the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan Appendix F, page 38 of 55. It outlines non-confidential information related to strategic planning and updates for 2030, focusing on energy and infrastructure initiatives in Nova Scotia.
Evergreen IRP, are increasingly important to achieving the 24 2030 decarbonization goals. 25 26 In March 2025, further amendments to the PUA 42 extended E1’s current 2023-2025 DSM Plan 27 term for an additional year with a prescribed total...
AI summary The 2025 update highlights the extension of E1’s DSM Plan until 2026 with a $63.75M investment, aligned with 2030 decarbonization goals. Legislative amendments to the Public Utilities Act (PUA) and Bill 228 introduced five-year DSM purchase agreements and portfolio-level evaluations. Bill 6 (March 2025) further shaped energy and natural resource policies.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix F Page 39 of 55 The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The document is an appendix from the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, titled 'The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update,' focusing on strategic planning and updates for energy initiatives in Nova Scotia.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix F Page 40 of 55 The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan Appendix F, page 40 of 55, outlines 'The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update,' a non-confidential document detailing strategic initiatives and updates for achieving 2030 goals.
eation of a public report 24 25 NS Power is executing resource planning modeling in support of the study objectives. The current 26 estimated timeline for completion of the study is Q1 2026. 27 46 The Economics of Electrification in Nova S...
AI summary NS Power is conducting resource planning modeling for a study with a projected completion timeline of Q1 2026. The document references the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix F and mentions 'The Economics of Electrification in Nova Scotia' as context.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix F Page 41 of 55 The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The 2025 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan Appendix F discusses the 'Path to 2030' update, outlining long-term energy strategies and capital investments for Nova Scotia's electricity sector.
NS Power’s TVP Tariff pilot continues to 22 demonstrate strong value as an effective mechanism for encouraging load shifting to improve 23 system efficiency and for engaging customers through innovative rate options. Over the past four 24...
AI summary NS Power's TVP Tariff pilot has successfully reduced demand and improved system efficiency through load shifting. The 2024/25 season expanded participation and introduced the MURB TOU pilot, with positive stakeholder feedback and ongoing evaluation.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix F Page 42 of 55 The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The document outlines the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan and its 'Path to 2030 – 2025 Update,' focusing on strategic initiatives under Nova Scotia's energy regulatory framework. The content is labeled as non-confidential and appears to be part of a broader planning process.
n orchestrating diverse DER assets to provide 25 measurable system benefits. Following the Board’s October 2024 decision on the SGNS Final 26 Report (M11621), NS Power initiated the Distributed Energy Resource Integration Roadmap 27 (DERIR...
AI summary NS Power initiated the Distributed Energy Resource Integration Roadmap (DERIR) following the Board’s October 2024 decision on the SGNS Final Report, engaging Dunsky Energy + Climate Advisors for jurisdictional scans, framework development, and stakeholder engagement.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix F Page 43 of 55 The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update Non-Confidential
AI summary This document is an appendix from the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, part of the 'The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update' report, and is non-confidential.
and the significant load requirement, the following outlines 25 the common approach by the developers: 26 27 • Developers will self-develop and supply renewable resources including a mix of wind, 28 solar and battery storage (depending on...
AI summary Developers plan to self-develop renewable resources (wind, solar, battery storage) and require a new tariff structure for grid interaction. This is outlined in the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix F, highlighting grid integration challenges and renewable energy deployment strategies.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix F Page 45 of 55 The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The document is a non-confidential appendix from the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, titled 'The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update.' It appears to outline strategic planning and financial projections for energy-related initiatives in Nova Scotia.
ission expansion plan to support OSW, respectively. Ultimately, this study is 26 anticipated to be completed in Q1 2026 and will provide a thorough understanding of the 27 opportunities and challenges for integrating OSW into the Atlantic...
AI summary The document discusses a study on integrating offshore wind (OSW) into the Atlantic Canadian grid, led by NZA with NS Power's participation. The study, anticipated to complete in Q1 2026, will assess opportunities and challenges for provincial and regional integration, including domestic and export considerations.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix F Page 47 of 55 The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The text is a heading from Appendix F of the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, titled 'The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update'. It indicates a non-confidential document related to Nova Scotia's energy planning and capital expenditure strategies.
• Transition • Take • Coordinate • IPPs develop Stability responsibility to responsibility for preferred IPP renewable projects and Renew- identify required identifying project siting in compliance able assets through IPP required assets b...
AI summary The document outlines a framework for integrating renewable energy projects through Independent Power Producers (IPPs), emphasizing system studies, compliance with NS Power’s transmission requirements, and procurement via a utility-regulated model. It references the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix F and a 2025 update to 'The Path to 2030.'
uance of • Take over required responsibility for authorizations. Page 49 of 55 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 702 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan Appendix F Page 50 of 55 The Path to 2030 – 2025 Upda...
AI summary The 2026 ACE Plan Appendix F outlines NS Power's key action to procure and finance fuel conversions through a utility-regulated model, including competitive procurements for required products and services. The NS Government and IESO-NS are involved in completing system impact studies as part of the Path to 2030 – 2025 Update.
competitive procurements for required products and services. 1 2 8.2 Implementation Coordination 3 4 The Province of Nova Scotia and NS Power are both committed to meeting 2030 coal phase-out 5 and 80 Percent Renewable Energy Standard targ...
AI summary Nova Scotia and NS Power collaborate on 2030 coal phase-out and 80% renewable energy targets through a Working Group, emphasizing program coordination and risk management for capital-intensive initiatives. The 2026 ACE Plan Appendix F outlines implementation strategies and risk mitigation frameworks.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix F Page 51 of 55 The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan Appendix F discusses the 2025 update to 'The Path to 2030' initiative, outlining non-confidential details related to Nova Scotia's energy and infrastructure planning.
erm price commitments or require indexed price 24 commitments. 25 26 3. Human Resources 27 • 2025 Trend: No change 28 • The electricity industry continues to face a shortage of talent due to high demand 29 in both the electricity industry...
AI summary The 2025 ACE Plan appendix highlights ongoing talent shortages in the electricity industry and adjacent sectors like construction, exacerbating cost pressures and staffing challenges. This trend is expected to persist into 2026, impacting operational capacity and resource allocation.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix F Page 52 of 55 The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The document outlines the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, part of the 'Path to 2030' initiative, updated in 2025. It focuses on capital investments and long-term energy strategies.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix F Page 54 of 55 The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update Non-Confidential
AI summary This document is part of the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, specifically Appendix F of the 'Path to 2030 – 2025 Update' report. It outlines non-confidential information related to Nova Scotia's energy planning and capital investment strategies for 2030.
dit 28 Rider received NSEB approval in 2025, the first community solar project reached 29 commercial operation, and 8.7 MW of additional projects were selected by the Province. 30 Page 54 of 55 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 707 of 782 REDAC...
AI summary The text notes that a Rider was approved by the Nova Scotia Energy Board (NSEB) in 2025, marking the first community solar project reaching commercial operation and 8.7 MW of additional projects selected by the Province. It also references the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix F and a non-confidential update titled 'The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update.'
2026 ACE Plan Appendix F Page 55 of 55 The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The document is titled 'The Path to 2030 – 2025 Update' and is part of the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix F, page 55. It is labeled as non-confidential and appears to outline strategic planning for energy initiatives up to 2030.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix G Page 4 of 71 NS Power Five-Year Reliability Plan - Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan Appendix G outlines updates to NS Power's Five-Year Reliability Plan, focusing on infrastructure and operational reliability measures. The document is part of a non-confidential regulatory proceeding.
............................... 26 18 Figure 13: Map of 2025 Completed and Planned Establishment of New Rights-of-Way ........... 27 19 Figure 14: Trimming and Removal of Trees Around Existing Powerlines - 2025 ....................... 28 2...
AI summary The document outlines NS Power's 2025 infrastructure projects, including rights-of-way establishment, tree trimming, equipment upgrades, and transmission work. It references the Five-Year Reliability Plan update and the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix G, focusing on grid modernization and reliability improvements.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix G Page 5 of 71 NS Power Five-Year Reliability Plan - Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The 2026 ACE Plan Appendix G outlines updates to NS Power's Five-Year Reliability Plan, focusing on reliability improvements and infrastructure planning. The document is part of a non-confidential regulatory proceeding.
tain 21 extent also from extreme weather events like hurricanes. The system is already responding 22 positively to this work with an observed improvement to performance standards metrics. As of Page 7 of 71 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 715...
AI summary NS Power's Five-Year Reliability Plan update highlights improvements in system performance metrics, driven by efforts to address reliability challenges and extreme weather impacts like hurricanes. The 2026 ACE Plan Appendix G outlines ongoing reliability initiatives and their outcomes.
n its ACE Plan 26 applications on the progress of its Five-Year Reliability Plan. 27 28 The Board directs NS Power to update the equivalent of Figure 3 in the 2025 ACE 29 Plan application about priority distribution feeders in the 2026 ACE...
AI summary NS Power is updating its Five-Year Reliability Plan in response to the Board's directive, focusing on progress in 2025, anticipated 2026 work, and plan revisions. The 2026 ACE Plan application is highlighted as requiring updates on priority distribution feeders.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix G Page 10 of 71 NS Power Five-Year Reliability Plan - Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The 2026 ACE Plan Appendix G outlines NS Power's Five-Year Reliability Plan update, focusing on infrastructure and operational strategies to ensure grid reliability. The document is marked as non-confidential and part of a broader regulatory proceeding.
1,000.00 100,000 500.00 - - 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 (Projected) Customer Hours Projected Outage Event Count Projected 3 4 Page 13 of 71 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 721 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026...
AI summary The document references an update to Nova Scotia Power's Five-Year Reliability Plan as part of the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix G. It includes projected reliability metrics and outage event counts for 2020–2025, though specific data is redacted. The plan update is part of Nova Scotia's multi-year reliability and capital expenditure planning cycle.
s in addition to the 617 kilometers of corridor widening have been 26 proactively identified and addressed from beyond cleared rights-of-way. This work 27 involves coordination with customers and landowners to remove each individual tree....
AI summary NS Power is updating its Five-Year Reliability Plan, focusing on corridor widening and tree removal activities beyond cleared rights-of-way. Coordination with customers and landowners is required for individual tree removal, including locations with multiple trees. The 2026 ACE Plan Appendix G is referenced as part of this update.
NS Power Five-Year Reliability Plan - Update Non-Confidential 1 Figure 13: Map of 2025 Completed and Planned Establishment of New Rights-of-Way 2 3 4 4.5 Trimming and Removal of Trees Around Existing Power Lines 5 6 2025-2029 Forecast Inve...
AI summary NS Power's 2025 vegetation management efforts include aerial pruning, customer-requested trimming, and corridor maintenance, with $98M forecasted investment. 205 km of trimming completed, exceeding the 55 km year-end target to mitigate reliability risks.
eted Cape Breton 22C-404 Isle Madam On Track Cape Breton 81S-303 Glace Bay, Port Morien On Track Metro 127H-411 Waverley and Fall River Completed West 55V-314 Berwick, Aylesford and Burlington On Track West 55V-314 Berwick, Aylesford and B...
AI summary NS Power has completed 15 of 16 planned Trip Saver installations for 2025, with the final unit scheduled for December 2025. These devices improve distribution system reliability by rapidly isolating faults and reducing outage duration. Figure 20 details regional progress, including 3 completed installations in the East region.
Trip Savers Target Status Region 2025 Installed 2025 East 3 3 Completed Northeast 3 2 On Track Metro 1 1 Completed West 9 9 Completed 2 3 New Distribution Feeders 4 5 NS Power planned for the addition of two new distribution feeders in 202...
AI summary NS Power plans to add new distribution feeders in 2025 to address capacity constraints and support growing communities, with updates to overhead standards aligning with CSA C22.3. The Board’s 2025 ACE Plan decision (M12012) directed these initiatives.
129H In Design. Metro Kearney Lake (multiple devices) Planned for 2026 Execution Metro Hammonds Plains 137H In Design. Page 46 of 71 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 754 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan...
AI summary The document outlines the NS Power Five-Year Reliability Plan update, detailing projects in various regions (e.g., Metro, Armdale, Kempt Rd) with statuses like 'In Design' and 'Planned for 2026 Execution.' It highlights infrastructure planning for reliability improvements.
age 759 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan Appendix G Page 52 of 71 NS Power Five-Year Reliability Plan - Update Non-Confidential 1 7.1 STORM HARDENING – VEGETATION MANGEMENT 2 3 2026 Forecast Investm...
AI summary NS Power's 2026 ACE Plan allocates $45 million for vegetation management to enhance power system reliability across 860 km of infrastructure. Regional breakdowns (Metro, Northeast, East, West) are detailed in Figure 33, with plans to refine the strategy based on 2025 performance data.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix G Page 59 of 71 NS Power Five-Year Reliability Plan - Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The document references the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan's Appendix G, which includes an update to NS Power's Five-Year Reliability Plan. The content is non-confidential and appears in a regulatory proceeding context.
C P P N 126H-311 Metro DAR C C P N 137H-412 Metro BAY C P N 82V-402 Metro SAC P P Y 24C-442 Northeast GUY P P N 30N-412 Northeast AMH P P N 37N-411 Northeast PAR P C N 4C-430 Northeast ANT P P Y 4C-441 Northeast ANT C C P N 4N-313 Northeas...
AI summary The text contains a list of case numbers and associated information, including locations and statuses, as well as a reference to the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix G. The content appears to be part of a regulatory proceeding document with some redacted confidential information.
C P Y 57W-401 West LIV C C C N 57W-402 West LIV C P N 70W-311 West DIG C C N 70W-313 West DIG P N 73W-411 West BRW P P N 76V-301 West LIV C N 78W-301 West BRW C C P N 78W-302 West BRW C C P N 80W-301 West BRW P C C N 91W-411 West LIV C P Y...
AI summary The document references the 'NS Power Five-Year Reliability Plan - Update' and mentions the '2026 ACE Plan Appendix G' in the context of a regulatory proceeding. It includes page numbers and a redacted section indicating confidential information has been removed.
appropriate to be considered within the project contingency or included as an explicit cost estimate if the risk of occurrence is high. Post Project Review (to be completed post project completion) This cannot be reviewed until after the p...
AI summary The text discusses the importance of considering risks in project contingency planning and the need for post-project reviews to incorporate lessons learned from previous capital projects. It also references the 2026 ACE Plan Appendix I.
2026 ACE Plan Appendix I Page 1 of 1
AI summary The text is the title page of an appendix to the 2026 ACE Plan, indicating it is the first page of a single-page document.
2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan (NSEB M12619) NSPI Responses to Consumer Advocate Information Requests 1 Request IR-1: 2 3 With respect to Section 4.1, please provide the "further language" discussed on p. 27, lines 4 15-20. 5 6...
AI summary The 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan (NSEB M12619) includes a response from NSPI to a request for clarification on the definition of a scope change. NSPI suggests adding language to the current definition to clarify that changes in the alternative defended under the 'Why do this Project This Way' section would trigger a scope change filing.
REDACTED 2026 ACE Plan CA IR-13 Attachment 1 Page 1 of 4 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) RFP-01/2025-403 - Tufts Cove TUC3 Precipitator Continuous Ash Hauling System Recommendation RFP-01/2025-403 April 2025
AI summary The document is an attachment to the 2026 ACE Plan CA IR-13, containing a recommendation for a continuous ash hauling system for the Tufts Cove TUC3 precipitator, as outlined in RFP-01/2025-403 dated April 2025. The content is redacted and marked as confidential.
Project Criteria: Criteria Points A - Evaluation A-1 - Pricing A-2 - Speed and efficiency of project plan, availability and delivery A-3 - Experience in the industry and relevant and specific expertise and competence of proposed project te...
AI summary The document outlines the evaluation criteria for a project, focusing on pricing, project delivery speed, team experience, solution innovation, adherence to requirements, insurance, safety performance, and regulatory compliance. This is part of the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan submission.
2026 ACE Plan CA IR-18 Attachment 3 Page 1 of 2 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2025 ACE Plan (NSUARB M12012) NSPI Responses to NSUARB Information Requests
AI summary The document outlines the 2025 ACE Plan and includes NSPI's responses to information requests from the NSUARB. It references a matter number and highlights the involvement of Nova Scotia Power Inc. in the regulatory process.
2026 ACE Plan NSDoE IR-1 Attachment 1 Page 1 of 1 1 Request IR-1: 2 3 For each of the projects listed below: 4 5 • C0014218 - HYD WRC LEM Balance of Plant 6 7 • 29807 - HYD - Tusket Falls Main Dam 8 9 • C0021140 - New 138KV-25KV Substation...
AI summary The document outlines a request (IR-1) related to the 2026 ACE Plan, requiring information on specific projects, including their initially approved costs, changes in cost, and the impact on rates. The request includes detailed requirements for cost analysis and explanations for changes.
NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 (d) The overall coordination of the transition is being supported by the project management 22 (e) Please describe steps taken to coordinate work and avoid duplication of costs for 23 ratepayers between NSPI and IESO NS,...
AI summary The response discusses coordination between NS Power and IESO-NS during the transition, noting no duplication of costs in NS Power's capital planning process. It also references the 2026 ACE Plan and mentions the exclusion of external funding considerations in the 2027–2030 capital forecast.
- 1 Figure 9: Total Routine Capital Spending, page 33, at "Total Capital Items for which Approval is - 2 Sought": Similar to the total included in Figure 8, $256,305,380 (rounded to $256.3 million in - 3 Figure 8) refers to the 2026 foreca...
AI summary The text references Figure 9, which outlines total routine capital spending, specifically mentioning a forecast investment of $256.3 million for the 2026 ACE Plan and related capital work orders.
(b-c) When developing the capital program, specific rate impacts are not calculated. The capital program consists of all necessary investments that are required to maintain the safe and reliable operation of NS Power's generating facilitie...
AI summary The capital program includes necessary investments for maintaining and improving the reliability of NS Power's generating facilities, aligning with the Province's Clean Energy Plan. Rate impacts were included in a recent General Rate Application (M12451), with a 5-year plan considered appropriate to balance reliability improvements and rate impacts.
(e) Please refer to NSEB IR-2 for an updated Figure 1 that shows gross capital spending. 1 Request IR-6: 2 3 Reference: N-1, 2026 ACE Plan, page 15, Figure 2: NS Power Total Capital Investment: 4 Historical, Budget and Forecast. 5 6 (a) Pl...
AI summary The text requests an updated version of Figure 2 from the 2026 ACE Plan, including total actuals for 2025, explanations for variances between forecasted and actual spending, and details on deferred or cancelled projects. It also asks for an explanation of how total capital spending exceeded the forecast despite project deferrals or cancellations.
8 Actuals ACE Plan Forecast Year 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 Actuals ACE Budget Generation 157.7 194.4 147.0 151.0 212.6 188.1 178.2 211.6 229.8 207.2 184.9 Transmission 56.9 56.2 97.8 106.6 249.3 256.5 241.1 233...
AI summary The table presents actual and forecasted figures for generation, transmission, distribution, and general plant costs from 2021 to 2030 under the ACE Plan. It includes corrections to the 2024 Actuals amount.
10 Actuals. (b) The increased investment of $13 million in 2025 from the Q3 Forecast shown in the 2026 ACE Plan is primarily driven by an increased ECEI – Energy Storage investment due to materials originally scheduled not to be delivered...
AI summary The 2025 investment increased by $13 million due to earlier delivery of materials for the ECEI – Energy Storage project and additional work during the Point Aconi planned outage in November 2025. Attachment 1 provides an updated Deferred / Cancelled table reflecting the actual 2025 investment and forecast variance.
22 1 (d) The 2025 actual investment exceeded the amount forecasted in the 2025 ACE Plan, despite 2 these projects being deferred, due to a number of factors. While these deferrals did decrease 3 overall investment by $17 million, they were...
AI summary The 2025 actual investment exceeded the forecasted amount in the 2025 ACE Plan due to unplanned work, timing changes in larger projects, and work shifted from 2024 to 2025. NS Power manages project reallocations using the same asset management mechanism as project initiation decisions.
For funding terms, please refer to CA IR-20 Attachment 1. Funding is not conditional on NSEB approval of this project. 1 Request IR-9: 2 3 Reference: N-1, 2026 ACE Plan, page 26, lines 19-23. 4 5 The proposed Scope Change definition has be...
AI summary The document discusses the proposed definition of 'Scope Change' in the 2026 ACE Plan, arguing that limiting it to changes in stated intent reduces regulatory filings and complexity. It requests historical data analysis, examples of regulatory burden, and mitigation strategies for an expanded definition.
Response IR-9: (a) A high level review of 200 filings over the last 5 years (including projects filed in ACE Plans and filed individually) indicates that 70-80 projects would have been expected to require a scope change if changes in deliv...
AI summary A review of 200 filings over the past five years suggests that 70-80 projects would require scope changes due to changes in deliverables, boundaries, or detailed tasks. This is based on NS Power's experience managing projects with high quantities of assets being replaced or refurbished, where changes in these quantities are highly likely.
NON-CONFIDENTIAL 2 (c) Yes, NS Power did consider mitigating approaches but found that any potential approaches 3 applications would provide the value required to justify that additional effort. In the vast 4 majority of instances, where a...
AI summary NS Power considered mitigating approaches for asset quantity changes but found they were not justified due to the significant financial impact requiring ATO or Final Cost applications. The company plans to apply updated definition and scope change requirements starting in 2026 after the Board's decision. Additionally, 21 projects from the 2025 ACE Plan were cancelled, and 39 were deferred, with asset management processes guiding these decisions.
1 (c) Please reconcile the treatment of C0062624 IT - Mobile Field Connectivity 2 Enhancements in Figure 7 as a "2026 ACE Plan Subsequent Submittal" and as 3 "Carry-over Capital Spending" in Figure 32. 4 5 Response IR-12: 6 7 (a) Please re...
AI summary The text requests a reconciliation of the treatment of IT - Mobile Field Connectivity Enhancements in the 2026 ACE Plan Subsequent Submittal and as Carry-over Capital Spending. A response refers to a table for clarification.
4 (c) The status of CI C0062624 IT – Mobile Field Connectivity Enhancements as a 2026 ACE 5 Plan Subsequent Submittal in Figure 7 is an error; it is correctly classified as a carry-over 6 project in Figure 32 (and Appendix B). 1
AI summary The document corrects the classification of the CI C0062624 IT – Mobile Field Connectivity Enhancements project, noting that it was incorrectly listed as a 2026 ACE 5 Plan Subsequent Submittal in Figure 7 and should instead be classified as a carry-over project in Figure 32 and Appendix B.
1 1 Request IR-19: 26 Replacement project. This project is listed as a subsequent submittal in the 2026 ACE Plan and 27 therefore has not yet been filed with the NSEB for approval. The project does not have an approved 28 scope on which to...
AI summary The document outlines requests and responses related to the 2026 ACE Plan and the 5-Year Reliability Plan Update. It includes queries about project submissions, categorization of reliability investments, and affordability and cost-benefit analyses for increased reliability spending.
2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan (NSEB M12619) NSPI Responses to NSEB Information Requests
AI summary The document refers to the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan (NSEB M12619) and NSPI's responses to NSEB Information Requests. It outlines the regulatory proceeding related to the ACE Plan and the information provided by NSPI.
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-1 Attachment 1 Page 1 of 3 1987.25 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17.1 17...
AI summary The text presents a table with project titles, forecasted spending for the 2026 ACE Plan, and categories related to reliability enhancement and asset class. It is part of a regulatory proceeding document from the Nova Scotia Energy Board.
2 (d) The Regulatory / Compliance forecast listed in the 2026 ACE Plan is reduced as it does 3 not include a number of future significant Hydro dam projects that moved to the Sustaining 4 Capital category, as while these investments do mee...
AI summary The 2026 ACE Plan's regulatory/compliance forecast has been reduced because it does not include future significant Hydro dam projects that have been moved to the Sustaining Capital category. These projects are intended to maintain the current asset in a safe and reliable manner, based on condition data.
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-7 Attachment 1 Page 1 of 1 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) CI# Project # Project Long Title Invesment Trigger 9 with an updated 2024 total estimated cost of $5,701,709, while Figure 11 showed an updated 10...
AI summary The 2026 ACE Plan discusses delays and cost fluctuations for a project due to land procurement and site conditions. The response indicates that engineering cannot proceed until the substation location is finalized, leading to delays and cost variations.
NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-18: 2 3 Section 7.0 Transmission pages 46 to 50 4 5 In reference to Figure 19 on page 46, please describe the reasons for the proposed significant 6 decrease in transmission investment for 2026, 2027 and 2028...
AI summary The document contains a request (IR-18) asking for an explanation of the significant decrease in transmission investment for 2026, 2027, and 2028 compared to the 2025 ACE Plan. The response directs the requester to refer to NSEB IR-5 for further details.
2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan (NSEB M12619) NSPI Responses to NSEB Information Requests 1 Request IR-19: 19 Oil (KSO) Breaker Replacements; C0061547 L7022 Replacements and Upgrades; 20 and C0041791 L6551 Replacements and Upgra...
AI summary The document outlines responses to information requests regarding the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, including project timelines and budget variances related to oil breaker replacements and upgrades.
NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-23: 2 3 Section 8.0 Distribution pages 51 to 54 4 5 Figure 27: Distribution Carry-over Capital Spending Summary. Have there been changes to 6 the Final Date for any of the projects listed since the ACE Plan ha...
AI summary The document discusses a request regarding changes to the final dates of carry-over capital spending projects listed in the ACE Plan and identifies projects where the current estimate exceeds the Board-approved amount by the ATO threshold.
2 (d) Confirmed. 3 4 (e) Asset age is a concern when the frequency of required maintenance is increased, the 5 availability of replacement parts or critical spares is limited, or performance is negatively 6 impacted. This information can b...
AI summary The text discusses asset management practices, emphasizing that asset age is not the sole factor in investment decisions but is considered alongside condition, performance, and legislative requirements. It also notes that asset ages are not typically tracked for distribution assets and that the 2026 ACE Plan Application provides useful life ranges based on Iowa State curves.
6 (e) Similar to the 2025 ACE Plan, the 2026 ACE Plan budget for D004, D061 and D062 was 7 developed based on the Q3 forecast for each of these routines plus inflation. None of the 8 factors referenced above directly impacted the forecast,...
AI summary The 2026 ACE Plan budget for D004, D061, and D062 was developed using Q3 forecasts and inflation, with no direct impact from referenced factors. NS Power is satisfied with the revised forecasting methodology and does not plan to make further changes.
NON-CONFIDENTIAL 2026 ACE Plan Condition Inputs Transmission Projects Line Criticality Line Reliability Clearance Violation Inspection C0080110 - L7012 Replacements and 5 1 1 5 Upgrades Phase 1 1 Request IR-45: 2 3 Directives & Misc pages...
AI summary The 2026 ACE Plan includes T&D projects that are part of the Five-Year Reliability Plan, which are expected to have a positive impact on performance standards. A concern was raised about the use of the term 'net,' implying some projects might have a negative impact, but NS Power clarified that no such projects are planned.
7 Year SAIDI All-In SAIDI MED Excluded Resilience Gap 2021 5.60 5.60 0.00 2022 74.87 6.11 68.76 2023 23.03 5.82 17.21 2024 6.34 6.34 0.00 2025 10.19 5.90 4.29 1 Request IR-49: 2 3 Directives & Misc pages 87 to 141 4 5 Section 11.1.4 Impact...
AI summary The text discusses the status of a residential Value of Lost Load (VoLL) survey conducted by NS Power as part of the 2026 ACE Plan application. The survey was distributed to residential customers, and analysis is underway with a draft report expected by late 2025. The final report is anticipated in Q1 2026, and summary findings will be shared at that time.
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-50 Attachment 1 Page 6 of 7 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 1 Record Verbatim 98 Don't know Just a few final questions to help us analyse our results:
AI summary The text indicates that the document contains a redacted section of a 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan submission to the Nova Scotia Energy Board (NSEB), with a portion of the content removed as confidential information. The text also includes a table with a single row indicating a response of 'Don't know' and a prompt for final questions to aid in analysis.
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-70 Attachment 1 Page 8 of 8 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) HARROURSIDE BOREHOLE RECORD Service Control of the Control of the Control of the Control of the Control of the Control of the Control of the Cont...
AI summary The text contains a redacted section of a 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan attachment related to the Nova Scotia Energy Board (NSEB) Information Request 70. The content is heavily redacted and appears to focus on technical details related to a borehole record at Harrourside, though the full context is obscured.
Nova Scotia Power Inc. Response to Request for Proposal RFP-06/2025-545 Tufts Cove Shoreline Sheet Pile Rock Revetment Technical Proposal 2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 1 Page 2 of 139 Nova Scotia Power Incorporated RFP-06/2025-545 Tu...
AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. submitted a technical proposal in response to RFP-06/2025-545 for the Tufts Cove Shoreline Sheet Pile Rock Revetment project. The document includes attachments and references to the 2026 ACE Plan.
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 1 Page 63 of 139 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED)
AI summary This document is a redacted page from the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan submitted to the Nova Scotia Energy Board (NSEB) as part of Information Request 71 (IR-71). It includes an attachment related to the plan, but the content is confidential and not visible.
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 1 Page 76 of 139 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED)
AI summary The document is a redacted attachment from the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan submitted to the Nova Scotia Energy Board (NSEB) in response to Information Request 71. It includes a page from a technical report, though the content is not visible due to redaction.
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 1 Page 78 of 139 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED)
AI summary The document is a redacted page from the 2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 1, with no substantive text provided. Confidential information has been removed, and the content is not accessible for analysis.
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 1 Page 92 of 139 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED)
AI summary The chunk is from the 2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 1, Page 92 of 139, which contains redacted (confidential) information. The text is entirely omitted, with only an image placeholder referenced.
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 1 Page 94 of 139 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED)
AI summary The chunk references an image from page 94 of a 139-page document titled '2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 1' with redacted confidential information. No textual content is visible in the provided material.
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 1 Page 97 of 139 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED)
AI summary The document is a redacted page from the 2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 proceeding, with no substantive content visible due to confidentiality restrictions. The heading references the 2026 ACE Plan but provides no further details.
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 1 Page 101 of 139 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED)
AI summary This document is a redacted attachment from the 2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71, page 101 of 139. The content is confidential and not disclosed.
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 1 Page 106 of 139 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED)
AI summary The document is a redacted page from the 2026 ACE Plan, part of NSEB IR-71, with confidential information removed. No substantive content is visible due to redaction.
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 1 Page 110 of 139 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED)
AI summary The text is a redacted page from the 2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 attachment, part of a regulatory proceeding. No substantive content is visible due to redaction, but the document is associated with Nova Scotia Power (NSP) and the 2025 ACE Plan.
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 1 Page 114 of 139 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED)
AI summary The provided document chunk is a redacted image from page 114 of a 2026 ACE Plan attachment, with no visible text content available for analysis. The context includes references to Nova Scotia Power (NSP) and various safety standards, but the redacted nature of the chunk limits further interpretation.
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 1 Page 123 of 139 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED)
AI summary The document is a redacted page from the 2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 1, with confidential information removed. No substantive content is visible in the provided text.
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 1 Page 127 of 139 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 30 Damascus Road, Suite 115 Phone: (902) 424-7773 Bedford, N.S.B4A 0C1 Fax: (902) 424-0597 Process RSN Number: 16354694
AI summary The document is a page from the 2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 1, with confidential information redacted. It includes a process RSN number (16354694) and contact details for a location in Bedford, Nova Scotia.
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 1 Page 128 of 139 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 30 Damascus Road, Suite 115 Phone: (902) 424-7773 Bedford, N.S.B4A 0C1 Fax: (902) 424-0597
AI summary The provided text is a redacted page from a regulatory proceeding document, with no substantive content visible. The page number, attachment reference, and confidentiality notice are present, but no details or discussions are included in the visible portion.
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 1 Page 130 of 139 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) Fax: (902) 424-0597 Phone: (902) 424-7773 Process RSN Number: 16263749
AI summary A redacted page from a regulatory proceeding document related to the 2026 ACE Plan, containing contact information and a Process RSN number. The content is confidential and not accessible due to redaction.
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 1 Page 135 of 139 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 30 Damascus Road, Suite 115 Bedford, N.S.B4A 0C1 Fax: (902) 424-0597 Phone: (902) 424-7773 Process RSN Number: 14537598
AI summary Document from the 2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71, Attachment 1, Page 135 of 139. Contains contact information and a Process RSN Number (14537598). No substantive content or discussion provided in the text.
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 2 Page 3 of 53 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) Tufts Cove Shoreline Sheet Pile Rock Revetment #RFP-06/2025-545
AI summary The document references a shoreline revetment project at Tufts Cove, identified by RFP-06/2025-545, as part of the 2026 ACE Plan. The text is redacted, indicating confidential information has been removed.
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 2 Page 4 of 53 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) Tufts Cove Shoreline Sheet Pile Rock Revetment #RFP-06/2025-545
AI summary The document references the 2026 ACE Plan and includes a project titled 'Tufts Cove Shoreline Sheet Pile Rock Revetment' with an associated RFP-06/2025-545. The content appears to be a regulatory proceeding attachment, though no detailed discussion or arguments are present in the provided text.
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 2 Page 5 of 53 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) Tufts Cove Shoreline Sheet Pile Rock Revetment #RFP-06/2025-545
AI summary This page from the 2026 ACE Plan attachment references a specific infrastructure project, 'Tufts Cove Shoreline Sheet Pile Rock Revetment,' identified by RFP-06/2025-545. The document includes a redacted image and no further details are provided in the text.
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 2 Page 8 of 53 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) Tufts Cove Shoreline Sheet Pile Rock Revetment #RFP-06/2025-545
AI summary The document is a redacted attachment from the 2026 ACE Plan, referencing a shoreline revetment project with an associated RFP (Request for Proposal) number. No substantive content or arguments are present in the provided text.
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 2 Page 11 of 53 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) Tufts Cove Shoreline Sheet Pile Rock Revetment #RFP-06/2025-545
AI summary The document references the 2026 ACE Plan and a Request for Proposal (RFP-06/2025-545) for a Tufts Cove Shoreline Sheet Pile Rock Revetment project, indicating alignment with Nova Scotia's energy and environmental initiatives.
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 2 Page 15 of 53 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) Tufts Cove Shoreline Sheet Pile Rock Revetment #RFP-06/2025-545
AI summary A redacted attachment from the 2026 ACE Plan discusses infrastructure planning related to a shoreline revetment project, referencing a Request for Proposal (RFP) numbered #RFP-06/2025-545. The document is part of a larger regulatory proceeding.
Experience Rating for 2024 is calculated using injury and payroll data from the years 2020 to 2022. The 3-year costs and payroll are determined, and costs are weighted so that the more recent experience has more impact on rates. The key me...
AI summary The 2024 Experience Rating is calculated using injury and payroll data from 2020 to 2022, with more recent data having a greater impact. A cost ratio is used to determine the Experience Rating, and the result is a -28.36% merit adjustment of $-0.92. The document also references the 2026 ACE Plan and a Request for Proposal (RFP) related to a shoreline revetment project.
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 2 Page 24 of 53 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) Tufts Cove Shoreline Sheet Pile Rock Revetment #RFP-06/2025-545
AI summary The document is a redacted attachment from the 2026 ACE Plan, referencing a shoreline revetment project at Tufts Cove with an associated RFP (Request for Proposal) number. The content is limited to a project title and reference identifier.
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 2 Page 27 of 53 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) Tufts Cove Shoreline Sheet Pile Rock Revetment #RFP-06/2025-545
AI summary The document references a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Tufts Cove Shoreline Sheet Pile Rock Revetment project (RFP-06/2025-545) and is part of the 2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 2. Confidential information has been redacted.
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 2 Page 38 of 53 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) Tufts Cove Shoreline Sheet Pile Rock Revetment #RFP-06/2025-545
AI summary The document references a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Tufts Cove Shoreline Sheet Pile Rock Revetment project under the 2026 ACE Plan. The text is redacted, with confidential information removed, and includes page numbering from an attachment.
8.15 CERTIFICATIONS 2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 2 Page 39 of 53 Tufts Cove Shoreline Sheet Pile Rock Revetment #RFP-06/2025-545
AI summary The text references the 2026 ACE Plan and an RFP for a shoreline revetment project, indicating involvement in procurement and energy programs. It includes document attachments and project-specific identifiers.
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-71 Attachment 2 Page 45 of 53 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) Tufts Cove Shoreline Sheet Pile Rock Revetment #RFP-06/2025-545
AI summary The document is part of the 2026 ACE Plan, referencing a shoreline revetment project at Tufts Cove with RFP-06/2025-545. It is an attachment to a regulatory proceeding, though specific details are redacted.
2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-78 Attachment 1 Page 2 of 23 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED)
AI summary The text is a redacted page from the 2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-78 attachment, which contains confidential information and is not fully visible due to redaction. It appears to be part of a regulatory proceeding related to energy efficiency and demand-side management.
Bridgewater Area Feeder Circuits Sub-station Name Xfmr Feeder Numbers 70W - High Street 70W-T51 70W-203, 70W-204 70W - High Street 70W-T53 70W-311, 70W-312, 70W-313, 70W-314, 70W-321, 70W-322 73W - Auburndale 73W-T1 73W-411, 73W-412 89W -...
AI summary The text provides a table listing Bridgewater Area Feeder Circuits with sub-station names, transformer identifiers, and associated feeder numbers. It also references a redacted 2026 ACE Plan attachment from the NSEB.
REDACTED 2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-116 Attachment 1 Page 42 of 52 Test 4 Not Applicable (6,156.0) ####### 25,075.0 1,228,675.0 (1,239,750.0) (6,150.0) ####### 25,075.0 1,179,228.0 (6,126.0) (6,236.0) 6,520.1) (6,520.1) (6,520.1) (6,520.1) (6,5...
AI summary The document is a redacted page from an attachment to the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, referencing the Nova Scotia Energy Board (NSEB) Integrated Resource Plan (IR-116). It contains a table with numerical data, likely related to financial or resource planning, but the content is partially obscured.
2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan (NSEB M12619) NSPI Responses to NSEB Information Requests
AI summary The document pertains to the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan and NSPI's responses to information requests from the NSEB. It outlines capital expenditure planning and related regulatory responses.
Request IR-4: 1 Request IR-2: 2 3 Refer to the Application, 10.3 Like-for-Like Routine Replacements and Pages 69-70 of 782, 4 Figure 42 documenting the forecast methodology used for the Distribution Routines. 5 6 (a) How did NS Power inclu...
AI summary The document includes requests and responses regarding the forecasting methodology for distribution routines and the inclusion of quality control steps in the Project Delivery Model (PDM) as part of the 2026 ACE Plan. NS Power explains that routines are forecasted based on historical project spend, not the number of customers.
Figure 56: Evergreen IRP vs. 2026 ACE Plan Forecast Comparison by Unit[1](#page-8-0) - (a) Compared to the amount of investment in the last IRP shown on the left axis, please confirm which units shown on the right axis: - (i) have increase...
AI summary The figure compares investment levels in the Evergreen IRP with the 2026 ACE Plan, asking which units on the right axis show increased investment planned for 2026 compared to the left axis.
Q: Please summarize your recommendations. A: The Board should: 1. Revise its reporting requirement for the Work Management and Scheduling & Dispatch project by directing NS Power to estimate quantified benefits to specific capital projects...
AI summary The Board is recommended to revise its reporting requirements for the Work Management and Scheduling & Dispatch project, including estimating benefits to capital projects and operating expenses, and extending the annual reporting period by one year.
Q: Please summarize NS Power's commitments to collect data that would better inform new customer-driven work volumes. A: In the 2024 ACE Plan proceeding, NS Power committed to "continue to assess how this data could be obtained," noting th...
AI summary NS Power committed in the 2024 ACE Plan proceeding to assess data collection methods that could better inform new customer-driven work volumes. This includes data on new customers, load capacity increases, unmetered services, and external cost factors. The commitment was in response to concerns raised about discrepancies between NS Power's Load Forecast Report and its forecasting trends.
Q: What conclusion do you draw from this review? A: It appears that NS Power may have a de facto policy of not utilizing a risk matrix or detailed schedule for transmission projects unless it wishes to apply a contingency higher than 15%....
AI summary The review suggests that NS Power may have a policy of not using a risk matrix or detailed schedule for transmission projects unless a contingency higher than 15% is applied. The 20% contingency used in the 2026 ACE Plan was not challenged based on the information provided.
2 2025 ACE Plan Board Decision (August 19, 2025) NS Power M12012. I note that NS Power views reflecting this Board decision in the CEJC as not "providing additional value at this time."[54](#page-23-6) I disagree, as it provides a material...
AI summary The document discusses the 2025 ACE Plan Board Decision (M12012), where the Board considers the inclusion of a definition for 'related projects' in the CEJC. The recommendation is to expand the definition to include units that can be substituted in the normal course of business, such as rotating engines or transformers, for better clarity and utility in future applications.
4th Quarter Overview - as of December 31, 2025 Generation Distribution Transmission General Property Total NS Power 2025 ACE Plan Total $ 188,123,238 $ 182,568,887 $ 256,543,819 $ 65,139,528 $ 692,375,472 Total 2025 ACE Plan Spend (note 1)...
AI summary The 4th Quarter Overview as of December 31, 2025, presents a detailed breakdown of capital spending across Generation, Distribution, Transmission, and General Property for the 2025 ACE Plan and other projects. It includes total spending, preliminary spending, and spending on projects not included in the ACE Plan.
Note 1 - Top 10 2025 spend projects are listed in following report Note 2 - Top 10 2025 preliminary spending projects are listed in following report Note 3 - Top 10 2025 spend for projects started prior to 2025, not in 2025 ACE Plan are li...
AI summary The text lists four notes referencing reports that outline top spending projects for 2025, including preliminary spending, projects started prior to 2025, and specific categories like U&U and P&A projects.
(1) Total 2025 Spend: Top 10 projects that were included in the 2025 ACE Plan CI Project Title Functional Class 2025 C0045132 ECEI - Energy Storage Transmission Plant - T $ 167,944,719 C0068655 LM6000 191-332 Life Extension Gas Turbine Gen...
AI summary The document outlines the top 10 projects included in the 2025 ACE Plan with their respective costs and functional classes, as well as preliminary spending on projects awaiting approval or included in the plan. It includes details on energy storage, infrastructure upgrades, and other initiatives.
(3) Spending on projects started prior to 2025, not in the 2025 ACE Plan: Top 10 projects that were included in prior ACE Plans or approved prior to 2025 CI Project Title Functional Class 2025 C0055557 76V-T1 Transformer Replacement Transm...
AI summary The document lists the top 10 projects that were included in prior ACE Plans or approved prior to 2025, detailing their functional class and 2025 spending estimates. These projects span various categories, including transformer replacements, battery energy storage systems, turbine refurbishments, and security design upgrades.
C0068898 TUC1 IP LP Last Stage Blade Replacement Awaiting Approval - , , CWO filed on December 12, 2025 in 2026 ACE Plan.
AI summary The document references a project, TUC1 IP LP Last Stage Blade Replacement, with a cost of $C0068898, awaiting approval. It was filed on December 12, 2025, as part of the 2026 ACE Plan.
CI Number Project Title Value Description There were no write-offs in excess of $1,000,000 in 2025. Routine Capital Reconciliation to 2025 ACE - as of December 31, 2025 2025 ACE Plan Variance Amount (2025) 2025 Spend Actual/ACE Generation...
AI summary The document outlines the 2025 ACE Plan's routine capital reconciliation, detailing spending variances across various categories such as generation, transmission, distribution, and general plant. The total routine capital spending for 2025 was approximately $188.015 million, with a variance of $6.583 million.
2025 ACE Carryover Spending - as of December 31, 2025 Project 2025 ACE Plan 2025 ACE Plan Amount Number CI # Title Amount (2025) (Project Total) 2025 Actual Spend Variance Actual/ACE Generation C0013838 HYD WRC LEM Unit Rehabilitation and...
AI summary The document presents a table detailing the 2025 ACE Plan spending for various generation projects in Nova Scotia as of December 31, 2025, including project amounts, actual spending, and variances.
1 2025 M12619 2 3 4 NOVA SCOTIA ENERGY BOARD 5 6 7 8 IN THE MATTER OF: The Public Utilities Act 9 10 11 12 IN THE MATTER OF: An Application by Nova Scotia Power Incorporated (NS Power) 13 for approval of approximately $284.0 million of its...
AI summary This document is a response to information requests related to Nova Scotia Power Incorporated's (NS Power) 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, which totals approximately $702.1 million. The response is submitted by the Consumer Advocate (CA) and is addressed to legal representatives at Industrial Group and Stewart McKelvey.
DATE FILED: April 8, 2026 Page 11 of 19 1 2.10 Recommendation 10 – Accept NS Power's Clarification of "Scope Change" 15 16 17 18 NS Power should make two changes to its tree contact reliability metrics (Figures 65-69): removing tree contac...
AI summary The document discusses two recommendations related to NS Power's 2026 ACE Plan. The first recommends clarifying tree contact reliability metrics by excluding adverse weather events and ensuring year-to-date data is not included in trendlines. The second suggests including an estimate of how quantified benefits apply to specific capital projects.
From: Energy and Regulatory Boards Tribunal To: Painting-MacLean, Kimberly Cc: Henwood, Crystal D Subject: FW: Letter of comment -m12619-ACE plan 2026 Date: April 17, 2026 10:30:02 AM From: Sarah Judd Sent: April 17, 2026 10:15 AM To: Ener...
AI summary A letter of comment is being sent regarding the 2026 ACE Plan, addressed to the Energy and Regulatory Boards Tribunal. The letter is part of a regulatory proceeding and involves a matter number (m12619).
\ \ EXTERNAL EMAIL / COURRIEL EXTERNE \ \ Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking on links / Faites preuve de prudence si vous ouvrez une pièce jointe ou cliquez sur un lien Nova Scotia Energy Board 3rd Floor, Summit Place 16...
AI summary This document is an external email related to the Nova Scotia Energy Board's Matter - ACE plan 2026, M12619. It includes a cautionary note about handling attachments and links, and provides contact information for the Energy Board.
- 2 for both reliability and resiliency within the context of the cost burden on ratepayers, and that the - 3 impact of the investments can be understood and measured. - 4 The SBA looks forward to exploring these and other topics during th...
AI summary The Small Business Advocate (SBA) emphasizes the importance of addressing reliability and resiliency within the context of cost burden on ratepayers, and the need to understand and measure the impact of investments. The SBA looks forward to discussing these topics during the ACE Plan hearing.
Competitiveness - This ACE Plan fails to fully account for the fundamental shift in Nova Scotia's electricity - planning landscape. With the enactment of the More Access to Energy Act on April 1, 2025, - the responsibility for ensuring a c...
AI summary The ACE Plan does not adequately address the changes in Nova Scotia's electricity planning landscape following the enactment of the More Access to Energy Act. Responsibility for competitive energy planning now lies with the IESO-NS, and the Board is urged to defer certain projects until competitive processes are completed.
g the transmission and distribution system, and adopting modern technologies that enable faster outage detection, isolation, and restoration, all aimed at building a more resilient grid for customers. We also welcome the Board-appointed th...
AI summary The document discusses investments in grid resilience, including modern technologies for outage management, third-party review of the Reliability Plan, and the 2026 ACE Plan's Path to 2030 Update. It highlights grid-scale battery storage projects and the Wasoqonatl Transmission Inc. partnership for new interconnections.
w Brunswick. Construction is expected to be completed by 2028, complementing existing interconnections, including the Maritime Link, which flows energy from Newfoundland and Labrador into Nova Scotia. We are also progressing preliminary en...
AI summary The 2026 ACE Plan outlines investments in infrastructure and renewable energy to support Nova Scotia's transition to a low-carbon electricity system by 2030. Key initiatives include the development of the NS IESO, renewable energy projects, and the maintenance of existing generation assets.
This report includes an overview of routine expenditures showing actual 2025 spending compared to the 2025 ACE Plan. 2025 ACE Plan Variance Amount (2025) 2025 Spend Actual/ACE Generation Generation Equipment Replacements $5,317,515 $6,128,...
AI summary This report compares actual 2025 routine expenditures to the 2025 ACE Plan, highlighting variances in spending across various categories such as generation, transmission, distribution, and general plant. Some categories show overspending, while others show underspending relative to the plan.
ACE Plan Year Budget % Budget Increase (YoY) Actual Spend % Actual Increase (YoY) Source 2023 $121,772,225 — $153,272,858 — Budget: M11458 N-1, 2024 ACE Plan, Figure 34, p. 63; Actual: M12012, N-1, 2025 ACE Plan, Figure 35, p. 58 2024 $152...
AI summary The table outlines the budget and actual spending for the ACE Plan from 2023 to 2026, showing significant increases in both budget and actual spending over the years, with cumulative increases of 70.2% and 23.4% respectively. The data sources include various matter numbers and plan figures.
Website References Atlantic RBCA Tier I EQS & Tier II PSS Tables https://atlanticrbca.com/wpcontent/files_mf/1627923620Atlantic_RBCA_EQS_and_PSS_Tables_July_2021.pdf?622599 262 Nova Scotia Department of Natural Resources (NSDNR) Mineral Re...
AI summary The text provides references to various environmental and regulatory documents related to Nova Scotia, including the Atlantic RBCA EQS and PSS tables, the Nova Scotia Department of Natural Resources, and municipal water supply maps. It also mentions the 2026 ACE Plan and site diagrams and checklists.
2026 ACE Plan U-18 Attachment 1 Page 2 of 2 1 Undertaking U-19: Spend Complete Complete System 2018 $12,906,941 2,880 160 0.6 2019 $8,155,355 3,582 199 0.7 2020 $7,558,203 2,988 166 0.6 2021 $9,790,894 5,310 295 1.1 2022 $10,425,938 4,986...
AI summary The document outlines financial data and response details related to undertakings U-19 and U-20, covering expenditures, completion numbers, and system impacts from 2018 to 2025. It includes a reference to NSEB IR-184 for evaluating the effectiveness of vegetation management programs.
2026 ACE Plan U-20 Attachment 1 Page 1 of 1 1 00 11 103W-312 15 5 3 2 944,066 10C-211 7 3 2 1 446,731 126H-313 7 4 3 1 433,666 127H-411 12 5 3 2 743,401 12V-302G 6 5 3 2 390,746 16N-301 8 5 3 2 496,152 16V-315 10 3 3 0 656,913 16V-315G 8 5...
AI summary The text presents a table with various entries, including codes, numbers, and monetary values. It appears to be part of a regulatory proceeding document related to the 2026 ACE Plan U-20, potentially involving financial data or project details.
____________________________ Clerk of the Board SCHEDULE "A" 2026 ACE Plan Approved Projects CI Number Title 2026 Budget Project Total Generation C0080206 POA Boiler Refurbishment 2026 $1,195,706 $1,304,600 C0080205 POA Boiler Refractory R...
AI summary This document outlines the 2026 ACE Plan Approved Projects, detailing various capital expenditure initiatives across Generation, Transmission, Distribution, and General Plant categories, including project titles, budgets, and totals.
PORT HAWKESBURY PAPER LP James MacDuff, Counsel Melanie Gillis, Counsel BOARD COUNSEL: William L. Mahody, K.C. FINAL SUBMISSIONS: June 5, 2026 DECISION DATE: September 2, 2026 DECISION: The ACE Plan is approved, except for C0080111 – 2026...
AI summary The ACE Plan is approved except for C0080111 – 2026 RTU Deployment. The Board has provided directions to NS Power on other aspects of the application, as outlined in paragraph [241] of the decision.
2.2 Discussion and Approval of Specific Projects [11] Based on the pre-hearing evidence filed in this proceeding, the Board had concerns about several specific projects put forward for approval in the 2026 ACE Plan. These concerns were exp...
AI summary The Board raised concerns about several projects in the 2026 ACE Plan, which were addressed by NS Power through responses and undertakings, except for the 'C0080111 – 2026 RTU Deployment' project. The concerns and findings are detailed in subsequent sections.
2.3.1 Increase in Recent ACE Plans [39] NS Power requested approval of approximately $207.3 million for Routine Capital Expenditures in the 2026 ACE Plan. Reported routine capital expenditures declined from $230 million in 2022 to $153.3 m...
AI summary NS Power requested approval for $207.3 million in routine capital expenditures for the 2026 ACE Plan. Routine capital spending has increased from $153.3 million in 2023 to $176.4 million in 2024 and is forecast to reach $140 million in 2026, driven primarily by distribution upgrades and replacements.
4.0 FIVE-YEAR RELIABILITY PLAN [120] In response to ongoing concerns and Board directives in the 2024 ACE Plan Decision, NS Power submitted a Five-Year Reliability Plan as Exhibit N-3 in the 2025 ACE Plan . In this Plan, the Company outlin...
AI summary NS Power submitted a Five-Year Reliability Plan in response to the 2024 ACE Plan Decision, proposing a $1.3 billion investment from 2025-2029 to improve customer reliability and reduce SAIDI by 20%. The Board directed NS Power to provide annual updates and consider new reliability metrics in the 2026 ACE Plan.
te the fact it was meant to capture the "total spend for 2026 as well". The inconsistencies raise questions about the transparency and accuracy of the reported Plan. [IG Closing Submissions, pp. 4-5] [142] The IG submits that NS Power's re...
AI summary The IG criticizes NS Power for inconsistencies in the Five-Year Reliability Plan's financial reporting, particularly the unexplained gap between the $152 million carry forward and the $234 million Year 2 envelope. NS Power responds by explaining that the $179.4 million in Undertaking U-5 reflects original Year One forecasts, with unplanned work and project delays contributing to the $206 million actual 2025 investment.
4.2 Third-Party Review [154] As directed in the 2025 ACE Plan Decision, the Board engaged Synapse Energy Economics to provide an expert review of the Five-Year Reliability Plan. The Board opened a separate Matter to deal with this issue (M...
AI summary The NSEB engaged Synapse Energy Economics to review the Five-Year Reliability Plan as directed by the 2025 ACE Plan Decision. The process included drafting terms of reference, holding technical conferences, and collecting feedback. Synapse aims to finalize its report by October 14, 2026, and the Board will review and release its findings.
4.2.1 New Reliability Metrics [155] As directed in paragraph 208 of the 2025 ACE Plan Decision, the Board asked NS Power to provide an update on its evaluation of potential new reliability and resiliency metrics in the 2026 ACE Plan. NS Po...
AI summary The Board requested an update on NS Power's evaluation of new reliability metrics for the 2026 ACE Plan. NS Power reported on its work with CEATI, including a Grid Resiliency Workshop and updates on resilience frameworks and indicators. CEATI has not finalized the Terms of Reference for the Grid Resiliency Working Group but continues to incorporate member feedback.
6.5 Need to Consider Rate Impacts and A Potential Framework [187] The Board still has some concerns about the utility of a rate impact analysis, where the full set of studies and data available in a GRA are not readily reproduced on an ann...
AI summary The Board acknowledges concerns about the utility of rate impact analysis but emphasizes its importance in the context of increasing capital expenditures for decarbonization and reliability. It directs NS Power to provide a rate impact analysis for the 2027 ACE Plan, focusing on the impact of capital expenditures on rates for 2028-2030. The analysis should be done by rate class and include proposed ACE Plan capital expenditures, excluding the NB Intertie project.
7.1 Progress on The Path to 2030 [190] There are several decarbonization goals being advanced by the provincial and federal governments. Two specific targets that must be met by 2030 are enshrined in the following enactments: the provincia...
AI summary The provincial and federal governments have set decarbonization targets for 2030, requiring NS Power to achieve 80% renewable electricity sales and phase out coal. The Board's 2023 ACE Plan decision required NS Power to submit a detailed plan, which was filed as The Path to 2030 and updated in the 2025 ACE Plan. Appendix F includes updates and a figure outlining the energy resources NS Power anticipates using.
program. That may well be true for the 2026 ACE Plan, but at a more general level, the assurance is somewhat difficult to reconcile with what occurred in relation to the Synchronous Condenser Project. [206] If NS Power no longer pursues th...
AI summary The document discusses the potential impact of the IESO Nova Scotia's Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) on The Path to 2030 and the challenges of aligning it with the 2027 ACE Plan. It references the transfer of NS Power employees to IESO Nova Scotia and the timeline for the IRP's final report.
10.0 MERSEY UPDATE [221] NS Power owns and operates the Mersey Hydro System (MHS), a series of six hydroelectric stations and a lake storage diversion along a 21 km reach of the Mersey River. The Mersey Hydro System Redevelopment Project (...
AI summary NS Power owns the Mersey Hydro System and is planning a redevelopment project over 20-30 years. The project was included in previous ACE Plans but was deferred until 2031 to evaluate alternatives and align with renewable energy goals and affordability considerations. The Board's 2025 ACE Plan Order provided specific directives related to the project.
10.1 Findings [237] The Board accepts NS Power's Mersey Hydro System Update as filed with the 2026 ACE Plan application. [238] The Board directs NS Power to provide another comprehensive update on the Mersey Redevelopment Project in the 20...
AI summary The Board accepts NS Power's Mersey Hydro System Update as part of the 2026 ACE Plan application. It also directs NS Power to provide a comprehensive update on the Mersey Redevelopment Project in the 2027 ACE Plan, including capital sustaining costs, NPV analysis, and updates related to Mersey Hydro System modelling from the IESO's 2026 IRP.
11.0 CONCLUSION [239] The Board has approved NS Power's 2026 ACE Plan, except for C0080111 – 2026 RTU Deployment. The approved projects are listed in the attached Schedule "A". [240] The Board has provided comments on specific capital proj...
AI summary The NSEB has approved NS Power's 2026 ACE Plan, excluding one project, and provided comments on various aspects including capital projects, decarbonization targets, and reliability planning. The Board has issued directives for future ACE Plan submissions, including updates and detailed financial reporting requirements.
ant cost categories. For Routines using internal labour the information should also include a breakdown of labour costs (regular and overtime labour, budgeted costs and hours, actual costs and hours). - 3. NS Power must provide sufficient...
AI summary The document outlines requirements for NS Power to provide detailed cost breakdowns and explanations for changes in routine expenditures, including labor, materials, and contractor costs. It also mandates monitoring of planned versus reactive replacement activities and the inclusion of Routine Expenditure provisions in the 2028 ACE Plan.
NOVA SCOTIA ENERGY BOARD IN THE MATTER OF: The PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT -and- IN THE MATTER OF: An Application by Nova Scotia Power Inc. for approval of its 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan
AI summary The Nova Scotia Energy Board is considering an application by Nova Scotia Power Inc. for approval of its 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan under the Public Utilities Act.
NOVA SCOTIA ENERGY BOARD IN THE MATTER OF: The Public Utilities Act, RSNS 1989, c.380, as amended - and - IN THE MATTER OF: NSEB Matter No. M12619 – Nova Scotia Power Inc. – 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan - $284 million
AI summary This document pertains to a regulatory proceeding under the Public Utilities Act, concerning Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, which involves $284 million.
January 6, 2026 VIA EMAIL Ms. Crystal Henwood Clerk of the Board Nova Scotia Energy Board 1601 Lower Water Street, 3rd Floor Halifax NS B3J 3S3 Dear Ms. Henwood: Re: Ml2619 - Nova Scotia Power Inc. - 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure Plan (A...
AI summary The Small Business Advocate supports the additions to the Preliminary Issues List for Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure Plan (ACE Plan), as indicated in Ms. Rubin's letter.
Request IR-4: - Figure 2: Total Annual Capital Expenditures by Function on page 15 budget for 2026 is lower for - Generation and Transmission but higher for Distribution and General Plant in comparison to - Figure 2 Total Annual Capital Ex...
AI summary The document requests a discussion on changes in the 2026 budget for Generation and Transmission compared to the 2025 ACE Plan, specifically highlighting reductions and potential project changes driving these changes.
Request IR-5: - Figures 3 and 4 Breakdown of Capital Forecast by Investment Type on pages 16 and 17. - a) The 2025 ACE Plan application included capital spending in 2026 to 2029 for the NS-NB reliability tie. Please explain why this spendi...
AI summary Request IR-5 seeks clarification on capital spending forecasts in the 2026 ACE Plan, including changes in the NS-NB reliability tie project, coal fleet spending, and regulatory/compliance spending reductions.
Request IR-6: - Figure 4: Breakdown of Capital Forecast by Investment Type on page 17 presents the budget estimates for investment in the Eastern Clean Energy Initiative (ECEI) – Synchronous Condenser for 2026 to 2029. The values presented...
AI summary Request IR-6 seeks clarification on capital spending for the ECEI Synchronous Condenser project, including changes in estimated costs, spending in 2025, and the rationale for extending the project timeline from 2027 to 2029.
Request IR-15: - In reference to Figure 13 Generation Investment on page 40. - a) Please confirm that the dollar figure shown for 2028 in Figure 13 of the 2026 ACE Plan application includes the planned Gas Conversion project at Point Tuppe...
AI summary Request IR-15 seeks clarification on the inclusion of specific projects in NS Power's 2026 ACE Plan application and requests forecast utilization rates and health and risk profiling data for generating units from 2026 to 2035.
Request IR-18: - In reference to Figure 19 on page 46, please describe the reasons for the proposed significant - decrease in transmission investment for 2026, 2027 and 2028 compared to the forecasts in the - 2025 ACE Plan.
AI summary The document requests an explanation for the significant decrease in transmission investment for 2026, 2027, and 2028 compared to the 2025 ACE Plan, referencing Figure 19 on page 46.
Request IR-40: - Figure 56, pdf page 88 Evergreen IRP vs. 2026 ACE Plan Forecast Comparison by Unit: Please - provide a table showing the Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) and ACE Plan dollar amounts - expected to be spent per unit.
AI summary The document requests a table comparing the Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) and the 2026 ACE Plan in terms of dollar amounts expected to be spent per unit, as shown in Figure 56 on pdf page 88.
Request IR-42: - In reference to Figure 57, please discuss the changes made to the 2026 ACE Plan that are - different from the forecast provided in the 2025 ACE Plan M12012 Figure 59 on page 91, - specifically the change in forecast spendi...
AI summary The text requests a discussion on changes in the 2026 ACE Plan compared to the 2025 ACE Plan, focusing on expenditures for combustion turbines in 2029 and hydro generation in 2028, referencing specific figures and forecasts.
Request IR-43: - In Figure 57 under Transmission, the ECEI Synchronous Condenser presents a spending forecast - that is significantly higher than that provided in the 2025 ACE Plan Figure 59. Please discuss the - changes to this project's...
AI summary The text requests clarification on the significant discrepancy between the spending forecast for the ECEI Synchronous Condenser in Figure 57 and the 2025 ACE Plan Figure 59.
Request IR-45: - Page 92 of the application states "All T&D projects in the 2026 ACE Plan that are included in the - Five-Year Reliability Plan will contribute to having a net positive impact on the metrics tracked - under performance stan...
AI summary The text questions the use of the term 'net' in the context of T&D projects in the 2026 ACE Plan, suggesting that some projects may have a negative impact on performance standards. It requests clarification on how these projects support an overall positive impact.
Request IR-46: - Page 97 addresses the Board's 2025 ACE Plan directive to provide an update on the Centre for - Energy Advancement through Technological Innovation (CEATI) Grid Resiliency working group - in the 2026 ACE Plan application. -...
AI summary Request IR-46 seeks an update on the Centre for Energy Advancement through Technological Innovation (CEATI) Grid Resiliency working group's activities since the 2026 ACE Plan application, including the status of the Resiliency Benchmarking Survey and a discussion paper on Transmission System Resiliency, as well as the approval status of the final terms of reference for the working group.
Request IR-115: - With regards to the project's detailed cost estimate on page 3 of 5: Please identify the estimated - unit materials and contract costs for wood poles, insulators and O/H conductors, and compare - these unit costs to those...
AI summary The request pertains to identifying and comparing unit material and contract costs for wood poles, insulators, and overhead conductors in the project's detailed cost estimate with those used in the 2025 ACE Plan application.
Request IR-122: - With regards to the project's detailed cost estimate on page 3 of 5: Please identify the estimated - unit materials and contract costs for wood poles, insulators and O/H conductors, and compare - these unit costs to those...
AI summary The request asks for a comparison of unit material and contract costs for wood poles, insulators, and overhead conductors from the current project's detailed cost estimate to those used in the 2025 ACE Plan application.
Request IR-147: - Appendix B contains the risk rating for investments included in the 2026 ACE Plan. Please confirm, or explain otherwise, that: - a) 41 projects have a rating of 25, which is equivalent to a rating of 5 for both criticalit...
AI summary The document requests clarification on the risk ratings and mitigation plans for various projects in the 2026 ACE Plan, including specific inquiries about General Plant IT projects and ECEI Synchronous Condensers.
Request IR-168: - In reference to Rate Base Procurement (RBP), Figure 3 on page 663 presents four wind projects - under the RBP Program and the anticipated commercial operation dates (COD). Are all of the - COD dates still accurate or have...
AI summary The text raises a question regarding the accuracy of the anticipated commercial operation dates (COD) for four wind projects under the Rate Base Procurement (RBP) Program, as presented in Figure 3 on page 663, since the ACE Plan application was filed.
system resiliency and robustness. Section 4.2 2025 ACE Plan Capital Items Deferred/Cancelled, please identify those projects that were deferred or cancelled with a criticality rating of 16 or higher. 1. For those projects with a criticalit...
AI summary The text discusses the 2025 ACE Plan, focusing on deferred or cancelled capital projects with a criticality rating of 16 or higher. It also references the Susie Lake Substation Addition project, highlighting changes in its estimated cost and deferral reasons. Questions are raised about NS Power's intentions, mitigation measures, and the cost changes over time.
NS Power apply any internal aggregate cap or approval threshold to the total annual spending on projects with estimated total project costs of less than $1M? Section 6.0 Generation pages 40 to 46 Board staff note that over the five-year pe...
AI summary The document contains a series of questions directed at NS Power regarding its capital expenditures on generation projects with costs under $1M, including budgeted and actual spending, alignment with the 2030 plan, and categorization of expenditures. It also requests confirmation of project inclusions in the 2026 ACE Plan and details on forecast utilization rates and health and risk profiling for generating units.
Please provide a table listing the capital work NS Power plans to complete on its hydro generation assets in 2026 and beyond, similar to the one provided in the response to 2025 ACE Plan NSUARB IR-13. Section 7.0 Transmission pages 46 to 5...
AI summary The document requests information on NS Power's planned capital work on hydro generation assets and asks for explanations regarding the proposed decrease in transmission investment. It also inquires about the expected improvements in performance standards metrics from the 2026 ACE Plan T&D projects and whether distribution capital investments will improve system reliability.
of these carry-over projects that has a current total estimate amount that exceeds the Board approved amount by the ATO threshold and identify the related dollar amount over the Board approved amount. Please explain why the following proje...
AI summary The text requests explanations for increases in project expenditures and changes in project timelines related to carry-over projects and the 2026 ACE application. It also asks for reasons behind proposed increases in general plant investment for 2028 and 2029 compared to the 2025 ACE Plan.
pdf page 88 – Evergreen IRP vs. 2026 ACE Plan Forecast Comparison by Unit: Please provide a table showing the Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) and ACE Plan dollar amounts expected to be spent per unit. 1. Are all assets rated each year or is...
AI summary The text requests a comparison between the Evergreen IRP and the 2026 ACE Plan in terms of forecast expenditures per unit. It also asks for clarification on asset rating thresholds and changes in expenditure forecasts for various energy generation and transmission projects between the 2025 and 2026 ACE Plans.
forecast that is significantly higher than that provided in the 2025 ACE Plan Figure 59. Please discuss the changes to this project’s forecast budget. In reference to Impact of Reliability Projects. 1. On pdf page 92 of the application, NS...
AI summary The text requests clarification on budget forecasts for a project in the 2026 ACE Plan and asks for details on how T&D projects will impact performance standards. It also questions the use of the term 'net' in the context of potential negative impacts from some projects and references the CEATI Grid Resiliency working group.
s the Board’s 2025 ACE Plan directive to provide an update on the Centre for Energy Advancement through Technological Innovation (CEATI) Grid Resiliency working group in the 2026 ACE Plan application. 1. Please provide an update on CEATI a...
AI summary The document requests updates on the CEATI Grid Resiliency working group, specifically regarding activities since the 2026 ACE Plan application, the status of the Resiliency Benchmarking Survey, and the approval of terms of reference. It also inquires about alternative reliability metrics evaluated by NS Power and their rationale for not being adopted.
ve reliability metrics that NS Power has considered over the past year. For each of these alternative metrics, please explain why NS Power believes they do not currently warrant consideration for use. In its 2025 ACE Plan application, NS P...
AI summary The document requests updates on stakeholder discussions regarding the 'resilience gap' metric and its potential use by NS Power, as well as the status and findings of a Value of Lost Load (VoLL) survey. It also asks for the calculation of the 'resilience gap' for the past five years.
drawing to explain this statement in terms of the existing configuration and the changes that will occur after this project. GP02: C0080252, Intelligent Asset Data Capture & Integration Platform 1. Please provide a report outlining the bus...
AI summary The text outlines a series of questions related to the business case, costs, and risk ratings for various projects under the 2026 ACE Plan, including the Intelligent Asset Data Capture & Integration Platform and IT projects. It also requests confirmation of budget figures for the Trenton 5 project.
s amount to what was forecast for 2025 in Attachment 1 of Appendix G of the 2025 ACE Plan. 2. Please describe the reasons for any significant differences between actual spending and forecast spending. Page 632: What are the forecast dates...
AI summary The document includes questions about spending discrepancies, forecast dates for turbine and generator refurbishments, the pause in Mersey redevelopment, and fish passage requirements under the Fisheries Act. It also references the Mersey NPV analysis based on MHS production data.
Request IR-3: Refer to the Application confirming that the Board directed NS Power to add quality control steps to its Project Delivery Model (PDM) as an update to this 2026 ACE Plan, which update NS Power supplies as Appendix H, as descri...
AI summary The document refers to an application confirming that the Board directed NS Power to add quality control steps to its Project Delivery Model (PDM) as an update to the 2026 ACE Plan, with the update provided as Appendix H.
Request IR-4: Refer the Application Section 11.1.1 Sustaining Capital, Page 88 of 782, Figure 56: Evergreen IRP vs. 2026 ACE Plan Forecast Comparison by Unit, shown below: a) Compared to the amount of investment in the last IRP shown on th...
AI summary The document requests clarification on investment plans for specific units in the 2026 ACE Plan compared to the Evergreen IRP, including the criteria used to determine changes in investment levels and whether investment levels are expected to revert to IRP amounts.
classes, and specifically for the three classes represented by the SBA, are assumed to be planned for in this Application? 3. How did you calculate the change in number of customers for this table? Refer to the Application confirming that...
AI summary The text raises questions about the calculation of customer numbers and project risk assessments in NS Power's 2026 ACE Plan, including how risks are handled in contingency planning and whether projects were excluded or revised based on updated quality control steps in the Project Delivery Model.
1 2025 M12619 2 NOVA SCOTIA ENERGY BOARD 3 IN THE MATTER OF: The Public Utilities Act 4 IN THE MATTER OF: An Application by Nova Scotia Power Incorporated (NS Power) 5 for approval of approximately $284.0 million of its Annual 6 Capital Ex...
AI summary The document outlines an information request from The Industrial Group to Nova Scotia Power Incorporated (NSPI) regarding its 2026 ACE Plan, specifically focusing on how NSPI evaluates the cost-effectiveness of its decarbonization initiatives. The request is part of a regulatory proceeding under the Public Utilities Act.
29 (i) the name and CI number; 1 2 (ii) the 2025 budget/forecast originally anticipated in the 2025 ACE Plan; 3 (iii) 2025 actual spend (if any); 4 (iv) variance between budget vs actual; and 5 6 (v) disposition (deferred/cancelled) with t...
AI summary The text outlines regulatory requests related to NSPI's 2025 capital spending, including budget variances, project deferrals, and cost tracking for Right-of-Way (ROW) acquisitions and maintenance. It also requests clarification on the inclusion of Reliability Tie costs in the 2026 ACE Plan.
20 Reference: N-1, 2026 ACE Plan, page 26, lines 19-23. The proposed Scope Change definition has been intentionally limited to changes in stated intent as this provides a practical trigger for when a Scope Change application is required. E...
AI summary The proposed Scope Change definition is limited to changes in stated intent to avoid unnecessary regulatory filings and complexity. Including changes in deliverables or boundaries would lead to more filings and increased regulatory burden.
10 Reference: N-1, 2026 ACE Plan, Page 27, lines 15-20. Based on discussions with the IG subsequent to the broader stakeholder engagement efforts, NS Power is open to adding further language that would also consider a scope change to have...
AI summary NS Power is considering updating the CEJC criteria to better define 'scope' and 'scope change' based on stakeholder engagement. Questions are raised about the proposed wording, its consistency with existing usage, and NSPI's intent to apply the updated definitions in future filings.
27 Reference: N-1, 2026 ACE Plan, page 29, lines 10-12, and page 30, lines 1-2. These 60 projects were originally included in the 2025 ACE Plan with a forecast investment of $60.3 million in 2025. 21 of these projects have been cancelled,...
AI summary Sixty projects initially included in the 2025 ACE Plan with a forecast investment of $60.3 million in 2025 have been adjusted: 21 projects were cancelled, and 39 were deferred to future years. NS Power's asset management processes guide these decisions to manage risks and prioritize capital investments.
1 And Reference: N-1, 2026 ACE Plan, pages 28-29 Figure 7: Subsequent Submittal Project 2 Status Update; and Appendix C – Updated Q3 Capital Reports. - 3 (a) Please confirm that, although these projects were not included in the 2025 4 ACE...
AI summary The document requests confirmation on whether certain projects not included in the 2025 ACE Plan were included in NSPI's overall 2025 capital spending forecast total of $692.4 million.
1 2 3 Given the noted additional scope items, and stated potential impact to the "direction" and "timeline" for this project, does NSPI anticipate filing a scope change application for the C0021835 - IT – CIS Replacement project? If so, wh...
AI summary The text includes regulatory requests related to a scope change application for a project and an affordability analysis for the 2026 ACE Plan. It references the Five-Year Reliability Plan Update and asks NSPI to provide details about projects, their budgets, and reliability enhancements.
on of or forecasting within the 2026 ACE Plan, Five-Year Reliability Plan Update or the Updated Path to 2030? In relation to the transition to the IESO-NS, and work of the Joint Transition Committee: 1. Please provide: 1. the Terms of Refe...
AI summary The text requests information on the Joint Transition Committee's structure and activities related to the IESO-NS transition, as well as details on external funding for the 2026-2030 ACE Plan. It also notes that the 2027–2030 capital forecast excludes expected but unconfirmed external funding.
ss total capital investment, and outline specifically what funding was added. Reference: N-1, 2026 ACE Plan, page 15, Figure 2: NS Power Total Capital Investment: Historical, Budget and Forecast. 1. Please provide an updated version of Fig...
AI summary The text requests an updated version of a capital investment figure, an explanation of variances between forecasts and actuals, and details on deferred or cancelled projects, including their impact on total capital spending in 2025.
ta Capture & Integration Platform, which due to federal funding has a project total below $1 million. Please refer to Section 5.2, and the attached capital work order documentation for further detail. 1. Where NSPI notes that this is the “...
AI summary The text discusses a project under the 2026 ACE Plan and requests clarification on whether it is the only applicable project. It also addresses the proposed Scope Change definition, arguing that expanding it would increase regulatory filings and create unnecessary complexity.
PI’s cybersecurity risk profile, as assessed internally and/or by third‑party advisors, including any updated risk assessments, audit findings, or mitigation plans (provide documents where available). Reference: N-1, 2026 ACE Plan, page 29...
AI summary The document requests an explanation of the variance in forecasted total expenses for several IT projects between the 2025 and 2026 ACE Plans, including the impact of a 2025 cybersecurity breach. It also asks for reconciliation of the treatment of one project that appears in both 'Subsequent Submittal' and 'Carry-over Capital Spending' categories.
impact to the “direction” and “timeline” for this project, does NSPI anticipate filing a scope change application for the C0021835 - IT – CIS Replacement project? If so, when? If not, please explain. Reference: N-1, 2026 ACE Plan, Appendix...
AI summary The document requests NSPI to clarify if it plans to file a scope change application for the IT – CIS Replacement project and to identify projects in the 2026 ACE Plan that correspond to investments in the 5-Year Reliability Plan Update. It also asks if NSPI has conducted affordability, rate impact, or cost-benefit analyses related to the updated reliability spending.
4 Request IR-23: 5 6 With respect to Appendix G, Figure 1: 7 8 a) Please confirm that this figure is unchanged since the submission of the 2025-2029 Five-9 Year Reliability Plan (December 20, 2024). If not confirmed, please identify the 10...
AI summary The text requests confirmation of whether the figure in Appendix G, Figure 1, has changed since the submission of the 2025-2029 Five-Year Reliability Plan in December 2024 and asks for an explanation if no updates have been made to the reliability program forecast investment in the past 12 months.
how NS Power minimized cost. Request IR-15: With respect to Appendix I, CIs for transmission replacement and upgrade projects C0080110 and C0080109, and 2024 ACE Plan Rebuttal Evidence (p. 22):
AI summary The text refers to a request (IR-15) regarding how NS Power minimized cost, specifically in relation to transmission replacement and upgrade projects and the 2024 ACE Plan Rebuttal Evidence.
February 13, 2026 Crystal Henwood Clerk of the Board Nova Scotia Energy Board 1601 Lower Water Street, 3rd Floor Halifax, NS B3J 3S3 Re: M12619 – NS Power 2026 ACE Plan – IR Responses Dear Ms. Henwood: Please find enclosed Nova Scotia Powe...
AI summary NS Power has submitted responses to information requests (IRs) related to the 2026 ACE Plan, seeking confidential treatment for certain attachments and providing justifications for this request.
March 2, 2026 VIA EMAIL Ms. Crystal Henwood Clerk of the Board Nova Scotia Energy Board 1601 Lower Water Street, 3rd Floor Halifax NS B3J 3S3 Dear Ms. Henwood: Re: M12619 - Nova Scotia Power Inc. - 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure Plan (ACE...
AI summary The Small Business Advocate (SBA) has reviewed Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure Plan (ACE Plan) and will not file evidence but will participate in the hearing. The SBA has also reviewed responses to information requests.
March 11, 2026 Crystal Henwood Clerk of the Board Nova Scotia Energy Board 1601 Lower Water Street, 3rd Floor Halifax, NS B3J 3S3 Re: Fourth Quarter 2025 Capital Reports Dear Ms. Henwood: Capital Reports In this package are the 4th Quarter...
AI summary The document contains the Fourth Quarter 2025 capital reports submitted to the Nova Scotia Energy Board, detailing capital expenditures, active projects, deferred and cancelled projects, FIN reports, and unapproved spending. These reports are submitted in accordance with the 2016 ACE Plan and prior Board orders.
Reference: Exhibit N-10, 2025 Q4 Capital Report Please advise whether any information contained in the filed 2025 Q4 Capital Report alters or affects Mr. Wilson’s opinions as previously expressed in this proceeding. If so, please: 1. Ident...
AI summary The document requests clarification on whether the 2025 Q4 Capital Report affects Mr. Wilson’s prior opinions and seeks his views on capping contingency amounts at 10% for NSPI projects lacking risk matrices, including its impact on the 2026 ACE Plan and whether other jurisdictions impose similar caps.
March 16, 2026 Crystal Henwood Clerk of the Board Nova Scotia Energy Board 1601 Lower Water Street, 3rd Floor Halifax, NS B3J 3S3 Re: M12619 – 2026 ACE Plan Dear Ms. Henwood: The Nova Scotia Energy Board's (NSEB, Board) public hearing proc...
AI summary The Nova Scotia Energy Board's public hearing process for M12619 – 2026 ACE Plan has set a deadline for submitting Information Requests to Formal Intervenors. NS Power has stated they do not intend to submit any IRs.
April 7, 2026 Dear Parties: M12619 – Nova Scotia Power Inc. - 2026 ACE Plan – Hearing Logistics The Consumer Advocate has requested that its consultant, John Wilson, appear virtually for this hearing. Could you please advise by 2:00 PM on...
AI summary The Clerk of the Board, Crystal Henwood, is informing parties of the logistics for the M12619 hearing related to Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s 2026 ACE Plan. The Consumer Advocate's consultant, John Wilson, is requested to appear virtually, and NS Power is directed to submit its witness panels by April 14, 2026.
April 14, 2026 Crystal Henwood Clerk of the Board Nova Scotia Energy Board 1601 Lower Water Street, 3rd Floor Halifax, NS B3J 3S3 Re: M12619 – NS Power 2026 ACE Plan – Hearing Logistics and Panel Dear Ms. Henwood: On December 12, 2025, Nov...
AI summary NS Power submitted its witness panel for the 2026 ACE Plan hearing, including key personnel such as the Chief Operating Officer and various senior managers. NS Power does not object to Mr. Wilson's testimony being delivered virtually.
April 16, 2026 By Email Dear Parties: M12619 – Nova Scotia Power Inc. - 2026 ACE Plan Hearing The Board did not receive any requests for the Consumer Advocate's witness, John Wilson, to attend in-person at the hearing. Therefore, Mr. Wilso...
AI summary The Board confirms that the hearing for M12619 – Nova Scotia Power Inc. - 2026 ACE Plan Hearing will proceed virtually and in-person, with technical requirements outlined. The evening session has been cancelled due to no requests to speak.
April 16, 2026 By Email Dear Parties: M12619 – Nova Scotia Power Inc. - 2026 ACE Plan Hearing The Board has received the attached letter dated April 15, 2026, from the Office of the Minister of Energy and signed by the Premier. While not d...
AI summary The Board has received a letter from the Office of the Minister of Energy and the Premier regarding the 2026 ACE Plan Hearing. The letter is not directly related to the specific transmission projects in the ACE Plan but may be relevant to future projects, including a major project for subsequent submittal. The letter has been placed in the external documents for the matter.
- are a main cause of outages, both as standalone events and under the cause code of 'adverse - weather', and that vegetation management is the best way to address this issue. - 3 In the hearing, Charlene MacMullin (Ms. MacMullin), on beha...
AI summary The document discusses the relationship between vegetation management and power outages, with NS Power clarifying how its data on tree contacts and outages is interpreted. The SBA argues that NS Power's system should be resilient to storms less severe than Major Event Days (MEDs).
The Current Gap in Coordination IESO-NS is in the process of taking over key planning and procurement responsibilities from NSPI pursuant to the More Access to Energy Act . Phase 1 of the IESO-NS transition involved employees transferring...
AI summary The document discusses a gap in coordination between IESO-NS and NSPI during the transition of planning and procurement responsibilities under the More Access to Energy Act . NSPI has not involved IESO-NS in the preparation of the 2026 ACE Plan or capital forecast, and there is no evidence of mechanisms ensuring IESO-NS will adopt NSPI's work seamlessly. The transition's financial implications remain uncertain.
- and distribution system, and adopting modern technologies that enable faster outage detection, - isolation, and restoration, all aimed at building a more resilient grid for customers.[1](#page-2-1) - On January 19, 2026, NS Power held a...
AI summary The document outlines key events in the 2026 ACE Plan proceeding, including a technical conference held by NS Power, responses to information requests, evidence submissions, and the filing of opening statements and rebuttals. Multiple stakeholders, including the Consumer Advocate and Small Business Advocate, were involved.
6.0 RELIABILITY RELATED FIGURES IN ACE PLANS 2 - In closing, and in light of questions raised throughout the hearing, NS Power wishes to raise an
AI summary The section discusses reliability-related figures in Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) plans, with NS Power raising points in closing remarks following questions raised during the hearing.
performance is trending better than recent historical averages[2](#page-4-1) and the Company continues to see positive indications overall for SAIFI and SAIDI when adjusted for weather.[3](#page-4-2) IG Closing Submissions, page 2. Exhibit...
AI summary The document references performance metrics (SAIFI and SAIDI) showing improvement when adjusted for weather, and cites exhibits from the 2026 ACE Plan Application submitted by the Company.
DATE FILED: June 5, 2026 Page 17 of 36 IG Closing Submissions, page 21. 1 2.7 IESO-NS Transition – Capital Coordination 2 3 The IG calls for evidence that NS Power is coordinating its capital planning decisions with the 4 IESO-NS to reduce...
AI summary The IG raises concerns about potential duplication of costs during the IESO-NS transition and calls for evidence of coordination between NS Power and IESO-NS. NS Power acknowledges the importance of collaboration but argues that current capital investments in the 2026 ACE Plan are not duplicative. The IG supports the Board Chair's suggestion of a joint panel with IESO-NS to discuss the Path to 2030.
3.0 REPLY TO CA SUBMISSIONS The Consumer Advocate (CA) does not oppose approval of NS Power's proposed 2026 ACE Plan, but supports the recommendations made by the CA's consultant, John Wilson. The CA further noted concern regarding the cos...
AI summary The Consumer Advocate supports NS Power's 2026 ACE Plan but raises concerns about the cost-effectiveness of the Five-Year Reliability Plan. NS Power maintains its position, citing existing WAM systems for tracking and reporting, and explains that an equivalent Basis of Schedule approach is not suitable for routine work due to its repetitive nature.
____________________________ Clerk of the Board SCHEDULE "A" 2026 ACE Plan Approved Projects CI Number Title 2026 Budget Project Total Generation C0080206 POA Boiler Refurbishment 2026 $1,195,706 $1,304,600 C0080205 POA Boiler Refractory R...
AI summary The document outlines the 2026 ACE Plan Approved Projects, detailing various capital expenditure initiatives across Generation, Transmission, Distribution, and General Plant categories, with specific projects and their associated budget and total costs.
PORT HAWKESBURY PAPER LP James MacDuff, Counsel Melanie Gillis, Counsel BOARD COUNSEL: William L. Mahody, K.C. FINAL SUBMISSIONS: June 5, 2026 DECISION DATE: September 2, 2026 DECISION: The ACE Plan is approved, except for C0080111 – 2026...
AI summary The ACE Plan has been approved by the Board, except for the 2026 RTU Deployment. The Board has provided directions to NS Power on other aspects of the application, as detailed in paragraph [241] of the decision.
2.2 Discussion and Approval of Specific Projects [11] Based on the pre-hearing evidence filed in this proceeding, the Board had concerns about several specific projects put forward for approval in the 2026 ACE Plan. These concerns were exp...
AI summary The Board raised concerns about specific projects in the 2026 ACE Plan during the proceeding. Although most concerns were addressed through NS Power's responses and undertakings, the 'C0080111 – 2026 RTU Deployment' project remains a concern. The Board's concerns and findings are discussed in subsequent sections.
2.3.1 Increase in Recent ACE Plans [39] NS Power requested approval of approximately $207.3 million for Routine Capital Expenditures in the 2026 ACE Plan. Reported routine capital expenditures declined from $230 million in 2022 to $153.3 m...
AI summary NS Power requested approval for $207.3 million in Routine Capital Expenditures for the 2026 ACE Plan. Routine capital expenditures have increased from $153.3 million in 2023 to $176.4 million in 2024 and further to $189.2 million in 2025, with a 9.6% increase forecast for 2026. The majority of these expenditures are focused on distribution upgrades and replacement.
3.0 CHANGES TO THE CAPITAL EXPENDITURE JUSTIFICATION CRITERIA [90] NS Power held an engagement session on October 29, 2025, in advance of filing the 2026 ACE Plan. The session reviewed NS Power's proposed changes to the CEJC. Changes were...
AI summary NS Power held an engagement session on October 29, 2025, to discuss proposed changes to the CEJC in advance of filing the 2026 ACE Plan. The changes clarify when an ATO is required for a sub-routine and its associated expenditure threshold, and include additional language in Appendix A for Transmission and Distribution Routines. These changes were supported by the CA and approved by the Board.
Plan Decision directed NS Power to consult with interested parties about incorporating a definition of Scope Change into the CEJC with the goal of providing proposed amendments in the 2026 ACE Plan. [101] NS Power undertook this consultati...
AI summary The NSEB directed NS Power to consult on incorporating a definition of Scope Change into the CEJC, leading to proposed amendments in the 2026 ACE Plan. NS Power outlined the definition of Scope Change and proposed changes to Section 12.2 of the CEJC, with further refinements considered but not included in the initial filing.
tive was not selected. After receipt of the notification letter, the Board, on its own or in response to any intervenor, will respond indicating whether a formal Scope Change application is required. [119] Notwithstanding this direction, t...
AI summary The Board acknowledges NS Power's concerns about potential regulatory churn from a formal Scope Change process, noting that unapproved spending carries shareholder risk. The Board will monitor the process and consider adjustments, particularly in the context of the 2027 ACE Plan.
4.0 FIVE-YEAR RELIABILITY PLAN [120] In response to ongoing concerns and Board directives in the 2024 ACE Plan Decision, NS Power submitted a Five-Year Reliability Plan as Exhibit N-3 in the 2025 ACE Plan . In this Plan, the Company outlin...
AI summary NS Power submitted a Five-Year Reliability Plan, targeting a 20% reduction in SAIDI and achieving SAIFI targets by 2029. The Board directed annual updates on the plan's progress and requested new metrics and a third-party review. The plan focuses on transmission and distribution system investments.
4.2 Third-Party Review [154] As directed in the 2025 ACE Plan Decision, the Board engaged Synapse Energy Economics to provide an expert review of the Five-Year Reliability Plan. The Board opened a separate Matter to deal with this issue (M...
AI summary The NSEB engaged Synapse Energy Economics to review the Five-Year Reliability Plan as directed by the 2025 ACE Plan Decision. Synapse submitted a draft report in July 2026, and a technical conference was held in August 2026 to gather input. Synapse aims to finalize the report by October 14, 2026, with findings to be released by the Board.
4.2.1 New Reliability Metrics [155] As directed in paragraph 208 of the 2025 ACE Plan Decision, the Board asked NS Power to provide an update on its evaluation of potential new reliability and resiliency metrics in the 2026 ACE Plan. NS Po...
AI summary The Board requested an update from NS Power on new reliability and resiliency metrics for the 2026 ACE Plan. NS Power provided progress on collaboration with CEATI, including a Grid Resiliency Workshop and updates on the Resiliency Index Framework and Roadmap. CEATI has not finalized the Terms of Reference for the Grid Resiliency Working Group but continues to incorporate member feedback.
A Direction for Comprehensive Reporting Is Warranted The Industrial Group submits that the Board should direct NSPI to file, alongside each future ACE Plan, a ratepayer cost exposure reporting that includes: - NSPI's ACE capital program (a...
AI summary The Industrial Group (IG) argues that the Board should require NSPI to provide detailed ratepayer cost exposure reports with each future ACE Plan, including capital programs, reliability intertie costs, and IESO-NS-related costs. NS Power opposes this, citing the complexity and uncertainty in estimating such impacts. The Board previously questioned the usefulness of including revenue requirement estimates in ACE Plans and may revisit the issue in light of new developments and the Energy and Regulatory Boards Act.
6.5 Need to Consider Rate Impacts and A Potential Framework [187] The Board still has some concerns about the utility of a rate impact analysis, where the full set of studies and data available in a GRA are not readily reproduced on an ann...
AI summary The Board acknowledges concerns about the utility of rate impact analysis but believes it could provide useful context for the Five-Year Reliability Plan and annual ACE Plans. It directs NS Power to provide a rate impact analysis for the 2027 ACE Plan, focusing on the projected impact of capital expenditures on rates for 2028–2030. The analysis should address proposed ACE Plan capital expenditures, excluding the NB Intertie project, which is already approved.
7.1 Progress on The Path to 2030 [190] There are several decarbonization goals being advanced by the provincial and federal governments. Two specific targets that must be met by 2030 are enshrined in the following enactments: the provincia...
AI summary The provincial and federal governments have set decarbonization targets for 2030, requiring NS Power to achieve 80% renewable electricity sales and phase out coal. NS Power submitted The Path to 2030 plan, updated in 2025, outlining the resources and timelines needed to meet these goals.
ssues potentially impacting The Path to 2030 , such as anticipated demand side management initiatives, along with an early-stage discussion about potential green hydrogen and offshore wind projects. [200] As has been discussed in all three...
AI summary The text discusses the challenges and progress of The Path to 2030 , including the short timeline for decarbonization, high capital costs, and risks of project delays. It highlights the completion of the NS Power BESS projects and the on-schedule progress of the NS-NB Reliability Intertie. Coal plant fuel conversions remain a key challenge, requiring coordination between IESO Nova Scotia and NS Power.
boration to support a transparent, efficient, and fair transition to an lESO-administered electricity system. [Emphasis in original] [Letter from the Office of the Minister of Energy, April 15, 2026] [203] The Board notes there were no pro...
AI summary The document discusses the need for coordination between the IESO Nova Scotia, NS Power, and provincial policy directives in light of the increased cost and scope change of NS Power's Synchronous Condenser project, which now includes nine units instead of four due to additional planned wind farms.
8.2 Cost Implications in 2026 ACE Plan [211] While a detailed review was undertaken though the IR process and in questioning at the oral hearing, no additional capital costs were identified in the 2026 ACE Plan that specifically related to...
AI summary The 2026 ACE Plan did not identify additional capital costs related to the cybersecurity incident. NS Power used a coding system to exclude restoration costs from the rate base and addressed deferred projects through internal measures or Board approval.
8.3 Considerations for Subsequent Submittal Items [212] There was discussion about IT or cybersecurity-related projects listed as subsequent submittal items in the 2026 ACE Plan. Two projects, in particular, raised several concerns. The Id...
AI summary The document discusses concerns raised about the increasing costs of IT and cybersecurity-related projects in the 2026 ACE Plan, particularly the Identity and Access Management and Customer Information System Replacement projects. The Industrial Group recommends that future submittals include detailed explanations of cost variances, especially those related to the 2025 cyber incident. NS Power argues that existing processes already cover necessary information, but the Board agrees that specific references to cyber incident impacts are needed.
10.0 MERSEY UPDATE [221] NS Power owns and operates the Mersey Hydro System (MHS), a series of six hydroelectric stations and a lake storage diversion along a 21 km reach of the Mersey River. The Mersey Hydro System Redevelopment Project (...
AI summary NS Power's Mersey Hydro System Redevelopment Project involves upgrading six hydroelectric stations over 20-30 years. The project was deferred until 2031 in the 2023 ACE Plan to allow further evaluation of alternatives, considering renewable energy targets, asset risk, and affordability. The Board's 2025 ACE Plan Order provided directives for the project.
10.1 Findings [237] The Board accepts NS Power's Mersey Hydro System Update as filed with the 2026 ACE Plan application. [238] The Board directs NS Power to provide another comprehensive update on the Mersey Redevelopment Project in the 20...
AI summary The Board accepts NS Power's Mersey Hydro System Update as part of the 2026 ACE Plan application and requires a more comprehensive update on the Mersey Redevelopment Project for the 2027 ACE Plan, including capital sustaining costs, NPV analysis, and updates related to the Mersey Hydro System modelling from the 2026 IRP.
11.0 CONCLUSION [239] The Board has approved NS Power's 2026 ACE Plan, except for C0080111 – 2026 RTU Deployment. The approved projects are listed in the attached Schedule "A". [240] The Board has provided comments on specific capital proj...
AI summary The Board has approved NS Power's 2026 ACE Plan, except for C0080111 – 2026 RTU Deployment. The Board provided comments on various aspects including capital projects, decarbonization targets, and the Mersey Hydro System refurbishment. It also issued directives for future ACE Plan applications, requiring updates and detailed financial reporting.
Jennifer L. Nicholson SCHEDULE "A" 2026 ACE Plan Approved Projects CI Number Title 2026 Budget Project Total Generation C0080206 POA Boiler Refurbishment 2026 $1,195,706 $1,304,600 C0080205 POA Boiler Refractory Replacement 2026 $936,645 $...
AI summary The document outlines the 2026 Approved Capacity Expansion (ACE) Plan, listing various approved projects under Generation, Transmission, Distribution, and General Plant categories, including their 2026 budget and project total.
ant cost categories. For Routines using internal labour the information should also include a breakdown of labour costs (regular and overtime labour, budgeted costs and hours, actual costs and hours). - 3. NS Power must provide sufficient...
AI summary The document outlines requirements for NS Power to provide detailed cost breakdowns and explanations for changes in routine expenditures, including labour, materials, and contractor costs. It also mandates monitoring of planned and reactive replacement activities and the inclusion of Routine Expenditure provisions in the 2028 ACE Plan.
NS POWER PANEL 95 Cr-ex, (Murphy) 1 have the ability to properly mitigate those risks in your 13 Exhibit N-12, page 14? And just line 19. 14 BY MR. MURPHY: 15 Starting at line 19: Q. 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 For clarification, the data include...
AI summary The text references a proceeding involving NS Power and the 2026 ACE Plan, specifically addressing data in Figures 65 to 69 that includes only Tree Contacts and excludes events caused by Adverse Weather.
NS POWER PANEL 115 Cr-ex, (Powell) 1 2 3 4 5 Figures 65 [to] 69 of the 2026 ACE Plan only represents events coded as Tree Contacts and already excludes any events coded as being caused by Adverse Weather. 6 Thank you for your evidence earl...
AI summary The discussion addresses the exclusion of adverse weather-related outages from the 2026 ACE Plan, distinguishing between major event days and outages caused by extreme weather that do not meet formal definitions. This is explained in the context of Nova Scotia's varying weather impacts and population distribution.
NS POWER PANEL 119 Cr-ex, (Powell) 1 that you've identified that the forecasting is on 2 historical project spend, and these ones are specifically 3 customer driven because it's new customers residential, 4 new customers commercial, in ter...
AI summary The discussion focuses on forecasting methodologies used for customer growth in residential and commercial sectors, noting changes in provincial growth expectations. The speaker explains the shift from multi-year averages to current year Q3 forecasts, citing the 2025 ACE Plan as a successful example. The conversation also references SAIFI and SAIDI metrics in an exhibit.
NS POWER PANEL 161 Cr-ex, (Powell) 1 present there. They may not all be eligible to become 3 Rudderham and I'm going to be asking some questions on 4 behalf of the Industrial Group. 5 As has been indicated by my friends, 6 I'll ask questio...
AI summary The text outlines a proceeding where the Industrial Group's representative, Rudderham, is questioning panel members about the 2026 ACE Plan's routine capital expenditures, which are defined as recurring annual allocations for sustaining the current asset base, not transformative projects.
NS POWER PANEL 167 Cr-ex, (Rudderham) 1 THE CHAIR: Sure. I think we're fine 2 with the screen version. 3 MS. RUDDERHAM: All right. 4 MS. POWER: Mr. Chair, sorry to 5 interrupt. Just so I'm clear, if we do find there's some 6 sort of issue...
AI summary Ms. Rudderham presents a chart summarizing the ACE Plan figures and notes a $90 million increase in the budget from 2023 to 2026. She asks for confirmation of this increase. The chair discusses the process for handling potential inaccuracies in exhibits presented during the hearing.
NS POWER PANEL 169 Cr-ex, (Rudderham) 1 A. (Beaton) That's correct. 2 Q. And I believe your evidence, Mr. 3 Beaton, was that routines are, and I think your language 4 was, repetitive in nature. They're like for like. So can 5 you explain t...
AI summary The discussion centers on the expansion of right-of-way widening and new customer routines in NS Power's 2026 ACE Plan, with significant increases in costs compared to 2023. These include tree-line distance improvements, new customer programs, and transmission line investments such as steel tower refurbishment and line retirements.
NS POWER PANEL 177 Cr-ex, (Rudderham) 1 routine, keep these trucks on the road longer, that's 2 going to have an impact on the operating expenses. The 3 maintenance costs on those trucks near the end of their 4 life increases significantly...
AI summary The discussion focuses on the impact of delaying vehicle replacements on operating expenses and safety, as well as the development of the ACE Plan, which prioritizes affordability and least-cost methods for customers. The conversation also touches on capital expenditure decisions and their internal considerations.
NS POWER PANEL 181 Cr-ex, (Rudderham) 1 cost method to complete this work. 2 There would certainly be overarching 3 strategies such as the strategic procurement initiative 4 that Mr. MacIntosh would have referenced earlier that 5 wouldn't...
AI summary Ms. Rudderham is following up on questions about the synchronous condensers project, noting an increase in projected costs from the 2024 ACE Plan to the 2025 ACE Plan, and confirming the current projected cost of $365 million for the 2026 to 2029 project period.
NS POWER PANEL 185 Cr-ex, (Rudderham) 1 was the 9th of October. Similar directive. 17 Projects, the RFP that's been completed is not 18 transferrable; is that correct? 19 (Pickles) That's my A. INTERNATIONAL REPORTING INC. CERTIFIED COURT...
AI summary The discussion revolves around the transferability of projects and RFPs related to synchronous condensers and their eventual management by the IESO. The panel is evaluating next steps based on a recent memo, and there is a concern about the relevance of the discussion to the ACE Plan proceeding.
- break, probably. 1 Regardless, Mr. Pickles, as it relates 17 A. (MacMullin) That's correct. 18 Q. Okay. And the total for the 19 five-year plan is $1.3 billion, give or take; correct? INTERNATIONAL REPORTING INC. CERTIFIED COURT REPORTER...
AI summary The text discusses the process taken by NSPI to update the Five-Year Reliability Plan for 2026, referring to the asset management approach in response to information gathering requests. The total cost of the five-year plan is mentioned as approximately $1.3 billion.
NS POWER PANEL 203 Cr-ex, (Rudderham) 1 this question." 3 that there was no additional data from that sources that 4 would, you know, lead to us to make a change in the 5 recommended investments in Year 2 of the plan. 6 Certainly going for...
AI summary The discussion revolves around the 2025 ACE Plan and whether forecasted costs for projects have changed. The speaker confirms that costs have not changed significantly, though some projects may have variations due to inflation and accepted project variability. The questioner challenges this by pointing out discrepancies between original and updated project costs.
NS POWER PANEL 209 Cr-ex, (Rudderham) 1 A. (MacMullin) So when we're when 2 we are looking at the plan for Year 2, we are looking at 3 what we believe are reasonable expectation of what we can 4 deliver that plan at, and so at this time if...
AI summary The discussion revolves around the 2025 ACE Plan and the Reliability Plan, focusing on project costs and their alignment with the investment envelope. The witness confirms the accuracy of a document listing projects attributed to the Reliability Plan and acknowledges a request for CI numbers related to these projects.
normal part of managing a program of this magnitude. 1 And so we would anticipate, within a 13 forecasted programs. The ACE Plans that we come here 14 every year to support is made on a bottom-up condition 15 assessment risk profile to the...
AI summary The discussion revolves around the management of a large-scale program, specifically the Affordable Clean Energy (ACE) Plans, which involve bottom-up risk assessments and updates to project conditions. There is a focus on forecasting, program adjustments, and the importance of documenting changes to avoid filling a fixed spending envelope without proper amendments.
NS POWER PANEL 225 Cr-ex, (Rudderham) 1 BY MS. RUDDERHAM: 19 MS. RUDDERHAM: I think it's most 1 important if it's clear to NSPI as to what they're doing, 2 so it's a comparison of what was done what projects 3 were anticipated for the 2025...
AI summary The discussion focuses on providing an update on the 2025 ACE Plan, comparing anticipated and actual project completions, costs, and carryforward expenses to 2026. It also references performance standards and evaluations related to outages and equipment failures.
NS POWER PANEL 245 Cr-ex, (Rudderham) 1 building the ACE Plan as a whole, all starts at the bottom 2 level, where individual project managers are tasked to 3 mitigate risks in the least-cost method. And when those 4 when that least-cost me...
AI summary The discussion centers on the Affordability Clean Energy (ACE) Plan and its alignment with Nova Scotia Power's Capital Plan, emphasizing bottom-up risk mitigation and affordability considerations. The ACE Plan provides more detailed capital investment planning compared to the General Rate Application (GRA), and large projects require Board approval.
NS POWER PANEL 249 Cr-ex, (Rudderham) 1 investment decision, it would consider customer 2 affordability; correct? 3 A. (Beaton) Through the lens that we 4 endeavour to all risk mitigation activities in the least 5 cost method, yes. 6 Okay....
AI summary The discussion revolves around the 2025 ACE Plan expenses, with a focus on the discrepancy between the budgeted amount of 692.4 million and the actual reported spend of 711.5 million. The conversation also touches on the total actual spend of 618.2 million for projects included in the ACE Plan, excluding the Reliability Tie.
NS POWER PANEL 257 Cr-ex, (Rudderham) 1 you also verify; is that correct? 2 (Beaton) Correct, yes. It's done A. 3 in real time and obviously once a month, when we have 4 final results for that month, that review then takes 5 place. 6 Okay....
AI summary The discussion verifies the real-time review of monthly results and confirms that approximately 60 projects were deferred or cancelled from the 2025 ACE Plan. It also addresses whether deferred projects have increased in cost due to a cybersecurity incident, noting that cost analysis is done on a project-by-project basis during preliminary engineering and approval processes.
NS POWER PANEL 259 Cr-ex, (Rudderham) Plan, asking about any changes in the forecasted costs. And then (b), if you just don't mind scrolling down there, the projects are just listed there. And then (b) asks about to what extent, if any, th...
AI summary Ms. Rudderham is questioning NSPI about the impact of a cybersecurity breach on the costs of the Identity and Access Management Project. NSPI confirms a $3 million variance but asserts that the increase was not caused by the breach, as the project would have increased regardless of when the incident occurred.
why there's a variance from the 2026 ACE Plan, but not necessarily an explanation for the total almost $5 million variance from the 2025 plan; correct? A. (Beaton) That's correct. Standard procedure for these filings is to compare against...
AI summary The discussion addresses a variance in the 2026 ACE Plan compared to the 2025 plan, noting a nearly $5 million discrepancy. The response emphasizes that the focus is on justifying the prudence and necessity of the costs, rather than explaining the variance due to a cybersecurity incident. The speaker also notes that the cost of the project would remain unchanged regardless of when the cyber incident occurred.
NS POWER PANEL 277 Cr-ex, (Rudderham) 1 And it's also important that a large 13 sub-question (e) to describe the steps taken to avoid work 14 or duplication of costs. 15 MS. RUDDERHAM: If you could just 16 scroll down to the answer there....
AI summary The discussion focuses on whether there is duplication of costs between NS Power and IESO-NS in the context of the 2026 ACE Plan. The response indicates that no duplication was identified, but the determination process is not detailed.
NS POWER PANEL 1 DAVID ARTHUR PICKLES, Resumed: 2 TREVOR ARCHIE BEATON, Resumed: 3 LYNNE ANNE DROVER, Resumed: 4 JONATHAN ROSS CLARK MacINTOSH, Resumed: 5 CHARLENE DEEANNE (Sp?) MacMULLIN, Resumed: 6 ERIN CHRISTINE PEACHEY, Resumed: 7 THE...
AI summary The NS Power Panel resumes with cross-examination by Mr. Mahody, who questions Ms. Peachey about the NSP IESO transition team and its composition. He also references the 2024 ACE Plan and a recommendation from the Board for Nova Scotia Power to revise the Project Delivery Model (PDM) to include a quality control step.
NS POWER PANEL 293 Cr-ex, (Mahody) 1 Q. And then in the 2025 ACE Plan, 2 Nova Scotia Power filed a checklist and the Board 3 considered that and in the Board's decision the Board made 4 the finding that it did, that the checklist was not 5...
AI summary The proceeding discusses Nova Scotia Power's submission of the 2026 ACE Plan, including Appendix H, which outlines controls related to the Project Delivery Model (PDM). The Board previously found the 2025 ACE Plan's checklist unresponsive to its directive, and this document is presented as addressing that issue.
I N D E X O F P R O C E E D I N G S PAGE NO. 4 which table is correct from IR-3 5 MEMBER MURPHY: Thank you. 6 And my last sort of short snapper here 7 is, Rob, if you could call up N-1, PDF page 138. 8 BY MEMBER MURPHY: 9 And this is this...
AI summary Member Murphy raises a question about differences in depreciation rates between the ACE Plan and the GRA in the Settlement Agreement, asking if this discrepancy has any impact on the ACE Plan beyond changing the figure.
1 no. It would have included the approved depreciation 2 rates at the time of the ACE filing, but upon the 3 invocation of the GRA in April it switched to the new 4 rates. So it would have no impact on the actual ACE Plan 5 for any of the...
AI summary The discussion revolves around the impact of the GRA depreciation rates on the ACE Plan. It notes that the ACE Plan would have used approved depreciation rates, but with the GRA invocation in April, it switched to new rates. The Chair mentions that the final depreciation rates will be updated once the final Order is issued.
NS POWER PANEL 497 Questions, (Murphy) 1 Q. Okay. Thank you. 2 Okay. Just a few more questions. I 3 think we'll be done shortly, at least from my end. 4 I have some questions, probably again 5 for you, Ms. Drover, on hydro and I maybe have...
AI summary The proceeding discusses changes in the estimated costs of the Wreck Cove T1 Tunnel Remediation Project from $40.7 million to $17.2 million between last year's ACE Plan and this year's ACE Plan. The witness explains that the change is based on updated understanding of the tunnel's condition and the scope of work. The project is expected to be submitted for approval in 2028 at the earliest.
NS POWER PANEL 527 Questions, (Chair) 1 basis that would tell us the condition of each one of 2 these asset components on across these structures. So 3 when we go back would be only determined on the condition 4 as found through these insp...
AI summary The discussion centers on asset inspection cycles and the risk rating of a customer information system replacement project under the 2025 ACE Plan. The project has a high risk rating of 25 and is expected to be submitted in Q4 of 2026.
NS POWER PANEL 545 Questions, (Chair) 1 approve the 2026 ACE Plan, is that sort of a "No-regrets" 2 approval? In other words, would that amount be needed, in 3 any event, no matter what the review of the plan turns up? 4 And why, if that's...
AI summary The discussion centers on the approval of the 2026 ACE Plan, with emphasis on its foundational role in maintaining the safe, reliable, and effective operation of the power system. The plan includes investments in infrastructure such as tree cutting, pole replacement, and conductor upgrades, which are deemed necessary regardless of ongoing reviews by Synapse.
hat I imagine may be a first- in/first-out system of handling those assignments, using more geographic or assigning particular crews to particular projects based on their special expertise, et cetera. INTERNATIONAL REPORTING INC. CERTIFIED...
AI summary The discussion involves questions about efficiency improvements, cost per customer in Nova Scotia compared to other Canadian jurisdictions, and the impact of inefficiency on the ACE Plan. The witness expresses uncertainty about providing comparative data and questions the fairness of the questions asked.
. I'm just I'm not sure these questions are entirely fair to Mr. Wilson or that Mr. Wilson is qualified to give a position on questions like this. He's not here to speak to his Cr-ex, (Kayter) experience in all these different jurisdiction...
AI summary The discussion centers on the scope of Mr. Wilson's testimony in the ACE Plan proceeding. Concerns are raised about whether his testimony is relevant and within the scope of his engagement. Ms. Power emphasizes that Mr. Wilson was retained for a specific purpose and should only address the evidence he provided.
Cr-ex, (Kayter) 1 our position that this question pertains to efficiency 2 improvement. Again, my question is this: You've made 3 several suggestions regarding efficiency improvement. 4 What impact does the lack of efficiency of the utilit...
AI summary The discussion revolves around the impact of a utility's inability to track actual labour hours on the evaluation of an efficiency improvement plan. The Board is considering the justness and reasonableness of the ACE Plan, and the utility's lack of detailed tracking is raised as a potential issue.
WILSON 601 1 but I can't recall the details of that to mind 13 close, and a reply to closing date of June 5th. 14 THE CHAIR: Okay. So I've got May 6th 15 for undertakings, Friday, May 29th for all closing 16 submissions to be filed at the...
AI summary The hearing is being adjourned after setting deadlines for closing submissions and rebuttals. The NSEB aims to issue a decision as quickly as possible, considering the timing of the submissions and the need to manage the ACE Plan. The hearing is adjourned at 3:27 p.m.
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