Topic:"Capital Expenditures" in M12745

NSEB APPROVAL SHEET Project Title: LIN1 HP IP Turbine Refurbishment 2026 CI Number: C0080671 Date: March 13, 2026 Expenditure Profile Type of Filing Year Budget Amount Project Estimate Capital Project Authorization X 2026 2027 2,780,967 46...

AI summary The document outlines an approval sheet for the LIN1 HP IP Turbine Refurbishment 2026 project, detailing budget amounts, project estimates, and authorization types. Nova Scotia Power Incorporated submitted the request, which was approved by the Nova Scotia Energy Board on March 13, 2026.

Summary of Related CIs +/- 2 years: Pursuant to Section 11.2 of the CEJC, related CIs for Steam projects include "work completed on the same asset (turbine, boiler, etc.) and on the same unit (Lingan Unit 3, for example)." • No other proje...

AI summary The document specifies that related Capital Investments (CIs) for Steam projects under Section 11.2 of the CEJC involve work on assets like turbines and boilers in Lingan Unit 3. No other projects are listed for 2024–2028. The depreciation class is 'Steam Production Plant - Lingan 1-2' with a 10-year estimated asset life.

Retirement Information: • Categorization of Retirement: Accounting Policy 6420 - Retirement and Disposal of Capital Assets • Percentage of Asset Pool: 0.90%

AI summary The document outlines an accounting policy (6420) related to the categorization of retirement and disposal of capital assets, noting that 0.90% of the asset pool is involved in this process.

Why do this project? Steam turbine overhauls are scheduled based on accumulated operating hours, thermal cycles, and known equipment conditions, consistent with industry best practices and risk-based asset management principles. Unit utili...

AI summary Steam turbine overhauls at Lingan Unit 1 are necessary due to accumulated operating hours, thermal cycles, and equipment conditions. Proactive refurbishment ensures safe and reliable operation, reduces unplanned outages, and maintains operational readiness.

Contingency Statement Contingency for this project has been determined using a combination of internal subject matter expert judgment (Professional Engineers) based on previous experience with these assets, and the non-binding contingency...

AI summary The contingency for the project is determined as 20% under a Class 3 estimate, covering risks like material cost changes, labor requirements during equipment removal, and contractor cost variations before the outage. This is based on internal expertise and non-binding guidelines.

Execution Year: 2026-2027 Description Unit Quantity Unit Estimate Total Estimate Cost Support Reference Completed Similar Projects (FP#'s) Regular Labour Electrician PD 60 $ 403 $ 24,197 Maintenance Trades PD 480 $ 411 $ 197,084 Power Plan...

AI summary The document provides a detailed cost estimate for labor, materials, and contracts related to a project in the execution year 2026-2027. It includes breakdowns for regular, overtime, and term labor, along with material and contract costs, and includes a contingency and administrative overhead. The total estimated cost is $3,249,384.

Document No: XXX-XX-XXXX-XXXX Process Industries Required fields: Estimate Classification Total # Deliverables for this Project 5 23 24 23 22

AI summary The document outlines a project involving Process Industries, detailing the number of deliverables required for the project. It includes classifications and estimates, though the specifics are not fully elaborated in the provided text.

This project is being filed as a Class 3 estimate. The defined deliverables for this project indicate that 89% of Class 3 deliverables are completed. A 20% contingency value has been applied to this project based on contingency guidelines....

AI summary The project is being filed as a Class 3 estimate with 89% of deliverables completed. A 20% contingency has been applied to account for risks such as changes in scope, material costs, labour requirements, and contractor cost changes prior to the outage.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-2: 2 3 (a) What was the estimated cost of the major overhaul completed in 2010? 4 5 (b) Please provide the scope and associated cost breakdown comparing the major 6 overhaul in 2010 with the proposed overhaul...

AI summary The document outlines an information request (IR-2) regarding the costs and scope of a major turbine overhaul completed in 2010 and a proposed overhaul in 2026. It notes that financial data from the 2010 overhaul is not fully recoverable due to a 2025 cyber incident, and provides a high-level estimate of the 2010 overhaul costs at approximately $1,800,000. It also outlines the scope of work for both overhauls.

1 2 (c) The planned HP IP Turbine Refurbishment scope is based on previous experience on the 3 anticipated findings prior to opening the asset and performing a detailed internal inspection 4 during the fall outage when the final scope will...

AI summary The planned HP IP Turbine Refurbishment scope is based on previous experience and includes a 20% contingency to cover potential changes in material costs, labour requirements, and contractor costs. Final scope determination will occur during the fall outage after an internal inspection.

LIN1 HP/IP Turbine Refurbishment Do Nothing Avoided Applicable Year Total Revenue Operating Costs Expenses Capital CCA UCC CFBT Taxes CFAT PV of CF Discount Factor CNPV 2026 - - - - - - - - - - 1.00 - 2027 - - 124,450.5 - - - 124,450.5 (36...

AI summary This document presents a financial analysis of the LIN1 HP/IP turbine refurbishment 'do nothing' option, showing expenses and cash flow projections from 2027 to 2066. The table includes details such as operating costs, taxes, and net present value (NPV) calculations over the projected lifespan of the turbine.

LIN1 HP/IP Turbine Refurbishment Avoided Cost Calculations Lingan Unit 1 Division : Date : Department : CI Number: Power Production 07-May-26 Project No. : Do Nothing Year 2027 2028 2027 2028 2027 2028 Replacement Energy Cost ($/MWh) Repai...

AI summary The document presents avoided cost calculations for the LIN1 HP/IP turbine refurbishment project at Lingan Unit 1, comparing scenarios for 2027 and 2028. It includes metrics like replacement energy costs, repair costs, outage probabilities, and total capital costs, highlighting financial implications of different maintenance strategies.

M12745 - Nova Scotia Power Inc. - CI C0080671 - LIN1 HP IP Turbine Refurbishment 2026 - $3,249,384 The Board has reviewed the application by Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) dated March 13, 2026. NS Power requested Board approval of a cap...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSP) seeks approval for a $3.25M capital expenditure to refurbish Lingan Unit 1's turbine components. The Board reviewed NSP's response to information requests, approved confidentiality for specific documents, and concluded the project is necessary to maintain the unit's firm capacity value to the grid. The Board approved the expenditure as justified and essential for grid reliability.

NSEB APPROVAL SHEET Project Title: LIN1 HP IP Turbine Refurbishment 2026 CI Number: C0080671 Date: March 13, 2026 Budget Amount Project Estimate Capital Project Authorization X 2,780,967 2,765,035 464,025 484,349 Unforeseen and Unbudgeted...

AI summary The document outlines the approval of the LIN1 HP IP Turbine Refurbishment 2026 project by the Nova Scotia Energy Board. The project has a budget estimate of $3,244,992 and was authorized for capital project approval. Nova Scotia Power Inc. submitted the request, and the Energy Board approved it on May 25, 2026.

March 13, 2026 Crystal Henwood Clerk of the Board Nova Scotia Energy Board 1601 Lower Water Street, 3rd Floor Halifax, NS B3J 3S3 Re: Capital Items Filed Outside the Quarter Package Dear Ms. Henwood: Enclosed for your review and approval a...

AI summary A letter dated March 13, 2026, submits capital items for review and approval by the Nova Scotia Energy Board, noting they were filed outside the standard quarterly package. The sender requests the Board's approval for these items.

2026 ACE Plan Capital Items for Subsequent Approval - CI C0068714 IT Identity & Access Management $6,756,522 2026 ACE amount $4,324,589 $2,478,826 spent as at December 31, 2025 Partially Confidential - CI C0080102 92H-331 Double Circuit Pe...

AI summary The 2026 ACE Plan includes capital items such as IT identity management, power line upgrades, turbine refurbishment, and fish passage projects, with specified funding amounts and spending status as of December 31, 2025. Some items are marked as partially confidential.

Request IR-2: - a) What was the estimated cost of the major overhaul completed in 2010? - b) Please provide the scope and associated cost breakdown comparing the major overhaul in 2010 with the proposed overhaul in 2026. - c) At the time o...

AI summary Request IR-2 seeks information on the 2010 overhaul's cost, a comparison with the 2026 overhaul's scope and costs, and operational metrics (operating hours and start/stop cycles) from 2010. The focus is on capital expenditures and historical operational data.

Request IR-3: - a) Was an engineering assessment performed that recommended the proposed overhaul of the components? If yes, please provide the report. If not, please explain why no assessment was conducted. - b) Please provide the documen...

AI summary Request IR-3 seeks information on engineering assessments for component overhauls, supporting documents for contract estimates, and risks addressed by the 20% contingency in the project detailed estimate.

Request IR-4: - a) If this project were not to proceed, please identify the net present value of the total replacement cost of energy to replace Lingan Unit 1 energy for 2026 to 2029. - b) Please identify all assumptions used for the analy...

AI summary Request IR-4 seeks the net present value of replacing Lingan Unit 1's energy output from 2026–2029 if the project fails, along with detailed assumptions and analysis in PDF format. The request emphasizes quantifying replacement costs and ensuring transparency in financial modeling.

May 8, 2026 Crystal Henwood Clerk of the Board Nova Scotia Energy Board 1601 Lower Water Street, 3rd Floor Halifax, NS B3J 3S3 Re: M12745 – CI C0080671 – LIN1 HP IP Turbine Refurbishment 2026 – IR Responses Dear Ms. Henwood: Enclosed are N...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. submitted responses to information requests from the Nova Scotia Energy Board regarding a 2026 turbine refurbishment project. The responses address capital expenditures related to the LIN1 HP IP turbine refurbishment, with IRs received on April 17, 2026.

M12745 - Nova Scotia Power Inc. - CI C0080671 - LIN1 HP IP Turbine Refurbishment 2026 - $3,249,384 The Board has reviewed the application by Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) dated March 13, 2026. NS Power requested Board approval of a cap...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) requested approval for a $3.25 million capital expenditure to refurbish Lingan Unit 1's turbines. The Board approved the request, citing the necessity of the work and the justification of costs, particularly due to the unit's firm capacity value to the grid. NS Power provided detailed responses to information requests, including historical operating data and cost estimates.

NSEB APPROVAL SHEET Project Title: LIN1 HP IP Turbine Refurbishment 2026 CI Number: C0080671 Date: March 13, 2026 Budget Amount Project Estimate Capital Project Authorization X 2,780,967 2,765,035 464,025 484,349 Unforeseen and Unbudgeted...

AI summary The NSEB Approval Sheet outlines the authorization for the LIN1 HP IP Turbine Refurbishment 2026 project, including budget amounts, project estimates, and approval status. Nova Scotia Power Inc. submitted the request, and the Nova Scotia Energy Board approved it on May 25, 2026.