Topic:"Cost Considerations" in M13008

Request IR-7: Refer to Attachment 4, pp. 2-3. - A. Please provide NS Power's current estimate of forecast administration costs underlying the DAS Administration Charge, broken down by cost category (e.g., metering/settlement systems, IT, i...

AI summary Request IR-7 asks NS Power to provide details on the DAS Administration Charge, including cost breakdowns, calculation methods, and clarification on whether the charge recovers costs already included in Distribution Tariff rates. The request also seeks safeguards against double recovery of costs.

Delivered by E-mail Crystal Henwood Regulatory Affairs Officer/Clerk Nova Scotia Energy Board 3rd Floor, 1601 Lower Water Street PO Box 1692, Unit "M" Halifax NS B3J 3S3 Dear Ms. Henwood: Re: M13008 – NSPI – RtR Market Elements Application...

AI summary Renewall Energy Inc. (REI) supports Nova Scotia Power Incorporated's (NSPI) application for a new Distribution-connected Aggregation Service (DAS) Tariff and related amendments to the Renewable to Retail (RtR) market elements. REI believes the proposed tariff package is reasonable and balanced, aligns with the Electricity Act , and ensures proper cost allocation between RtR and bundled service customers.

1. Distribution Tariff Charges - Distribution-connected Generation As noted in the Application materials, the Distribution Tariff and the associated Distribution Tariff Rates "relate to the provision of Distribution System Access to RtR Cu...

AI summary The document discusses the Distribution Tariff and its relation to distribution-connected generation, highlighting concerns about potential incremental system costs. NS Power has committed to a review of the tariff and the broader RtR construct after 2028, but without a firm timeline. The CA recommends completing the review by December 31, 2029, and includes specific areas for assessment.

Consumer Advocate The CA's submissions address: (i) potential incremental costs and future distribution tariff charges associated with distribution-connected generation subject to review; - (ii) the absence of fully developed engineering s...

AI summary The Consumer Advocate raises concerns regarding the review of distribution-connected generation, the need for engineering specifications under the Standby Service Tariff, and the lack of costing information for the DAS Administration Charge. NS Power agrees to conduct a review by 2029 but notes the lack of operational experience to determine the impact of these factors.