Topic:"Affordability" in M13008

14.1 Provision and Ownership - 14.1.1 NS Power will install and seal all revenue class meters for the purpose of measuring the output of the LRS' generation resources and the RtR Customer's load, including any export from bidirectional met...

AI summary This section outlines NS Power's responsibilities regarding the installation, ownership, and regulation of revenue class meters for LRS generation resources and RtR Customers. It specifies that NS Power will install and maintain these meters, which will be used for billing and load settlement purposes. Metering equipment remains NS Power's property and must comply with applicable regulations.

19.0 CREDIT ASSURANCE - 19.1 An LRS must provide, in advance, Credit Assurance as security for the payment and performance of the LRS' obligations to NS Power, including payment for the LRS Tariffed Services and payment of the DT Charges,...

AI summary This section outlines the credit assurance requirements for Licensed Retail Suppliers (LRS) under NS Power. LRS must provide credit assurance in advance, equal to 200% of forecasted payments, and failure to comply may result in default. NS Power may draw on the credit assurance in the event of a default and may require additional assurance if needed. The LRS is responsible for the costs of a letter of credit and any associated delays.

No double-recovery of administrative costs In response to questions about whether the proposed DAS Administration Charge might duplicate costs already recovered through the Distribution Tariff, or whether the Energy Balancing Service and S...

AI summary The document discusses concerns about potential double-recovery of administrative costs related to proposed charges for DAS, Energy Balancing Service, and Standby Service. NSPI confirms that the DAS Administration Charge is intended to recover incremental costs, and REI supports this approach, emphasizing the need to avoid duplication. The Board's review of the 2027 AAR filing is seen as a safeguard.