Application for 2026 DSM Cost Recovery Rider (DCRR) NS Power October 22, 2025
AI summary This document is an application by NS Power for the 2026 DSM Cost Recovery Rider (DCRR). It outlines the request for cost recovery related to demand-side management programs in Nova Scotia.
2 The DCRR charges for 2026 as set out in Figure 1 were developed in accordance with the revised 3 allocation of the DSM costs as agreed by Customer Representatives who, along with NS Power, 4 have engaged in a collaborative process to rea...
AI summary NS Power is proposing to revise the allocation of the Demand Side Management (DSM) Rider by removing the 25% allocation to system benefit, making it 100% allocated to program costs. This change aims to better align cost responsibility with direct beneficiaries and simplify cost-of-service treatment, as supported by stakeholder feedback and the Elenchus Report.
DATE FILED: October 22, 2025 Page 6 of 10 7 Appendix A-1 2025 Program Cost Recovery (PCR) and Appendix A-2 2025 Balance Adjustment (BA) 8 Please note that in contrast to the previous DCRR submissions, NS Power does not break out these amou...
AI summary The document discusses the 2025 Program Cost Recovery (PCR) and Balance Adjustment (BA) submissions by NS Power. It notes the removal of system benefits from the DSM cost allocation process, leading to a change in how costs are distributed between the BUTU class and MEUs. The document also references a retail supplier license application and outlines how DSM costs will be collected and remitted.
PCR = Program Cost Recovery The PCR includes all estimated costs for the upcoming calendar year for the DSM Plan that has been requested by the Franchise Holder and approved by the NSEB (Approved DSM). It includes the cost of planning, dev...
AI summary The Program Cost Recovery (PCR) includes estimated costs for the Approved DSM Plan for the upcoming year, covering planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of DSM programs. The PCR is calculated using the cost allocation methodology from Schedule B of the tariff.
2026 DSM Cost Recovery Rider Charges The Demand Side Management Cost Recovery Rider (DCRR) charges, along with its components, (PCR) and (BA), for the period from the approved effective date of January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2026 are as f...
AI summary The document outlines the Demand Side Management Cost Recovery Rider (DCRR) charges for the period from January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2026, including its components, PCR and BA.
BA = Balance Adjustment The BA is calculated for each rate class separately on a previously completed calendar year basis and is used to reconcile the difference between the amount of revenues actually billed through the PCR and the revenu...
AI summary The Balance Adjustment (BA) reconciles differences between revenues billed through the Program Cost Recovery (PCR) and actual costs of Approved Demand Side Management (DSM) programs. It is calculated separately for each rate class and applies to results from two years prior to the current PCR year. The NSUAREB-approved DCRR is implemented with bills after the effective date of the change.
2025 2026 DSM Cost Recovery Rider Charges The Demand Side Management Cost Recovery Rider (DCRR) charges, along with its components, (PCR) and (BA), for the period from the approved effective date of January 1, 2025 2026 to December 31, 202...
AI summary The document outlines the Demand Side Management Cost Recovery Rider (DCRR) charges for the period from January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2026, including its components, PCR and BA.
Applicable Tariff PCR (cents per kWh) BA (cents per kWh) DCRR (cents per kWh) Domestic Service, Domestic Service Time-of-Day, Domestic Service Time-of-Use, Domestic Service Critical Peak Pricing 0.6420.657 0.006- 0.024 0.6480.633 Small Gen...
AI summary The document presents a table outlining various applicable tariffs, including Program Cost Recovery (PCR), Base Adjustment (BA), and Demand-Side Management Cost Recovery Rider (DCRR) rates for different service categories. It also notes that the Balance Adjustment for 2023 will be effective from January 1, 2025, and will be based on revenue collected between February 2, 2023, and December 31, 2023, compared to DSM costs incurred during that period.
2026 DSM Rider Appendix C has been filed electronically. RATE SCHEDULES units 2025 2026 Variance % Variance FAM AA FAM BA ¢/kWh ¢/kWh 0.467 0.156 0.467 0.156 0.000 0.000 0.000% 0.000% Subtotal 0.623 0.623 0.000 0.000% DSM PCR ¢/kWh 0.657 0...
AI summary The 2026 DSM Rider Appendix C has been filed electronically, showing no changes in rate schedules for most categories between 2025 and 2026. However, the DSM PCR rate decreased by 2.38%, and the DSM BA rate increased significantly by -126.55%.
NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-1: 2 3 Program Cost Recovery 4 5 With Reference to the PCR Allocations by rate class provided in Appendix A-1 on Page 1 of 6 4 and NSPI's statement at lines 1 and 2 of Page 4 of the Application that E1's propo...
AI summary The document addresses a request regarding how NSPI would handle changes to class cost allocations resulting from a final decision on E1's 2026 DSM Extension Plan (M12249). NSPI indicates that any changes could be addressed through the Balance Adjustment (BA) mechanism of the DCRR.
2026 DSM Cost Recovery Rider (IG M12521) NSPI Responses to IG Information Requests 1 Request IR-1: 2 3 Reference: Ex. N-1 DCRR Application, Page 5 4 5 "… NS Power is proposing to remove the allocation to system benefit, 6 7 8 so that 100 p...
AI summary The document discusses NSPI's response to information requests regarding the 2026 DSM Cost Recovery Rider. NSPI confirms that 100% of DSM costs will be allocated to customer classes based on program spending, including Enabling Strategies, and that this allocation is based on E1's planned spending as filed in the 2026 DSM Extension application.
2026 DSM Cost Recovery Rider (IG M12521) NSPI Responses to IG Information Requests
AI summary This document outlines Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s (NSPI) responses to information requests related to the 2026 DSM Cost Recovery Rider (IG M12521). It provides insights into the cost recovery mechanisms for demand-side management (DSM) programs in Nova Scotia.
NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-4: 2 3 Reference: Page 9, lines 7-13. 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 The Company is mindful of the Board's Decision in the 2025 DCRR Matter and has excluded financing costs in the 2026 proposed BA charge. Financin...
AI summary NSPI maintains that the Board should approve the use of WACC as the interest rate for BA balances in the 2026 DCRR, citing it as the actual cost of financing under the utility's regulated capital structure. The response also notes that financing costs are excluded from the 2026 BA charge, and that tables incorporating financing costs are provided for informational purposes.
2026 DSM Cost Recovery Rider (IG M12521) NSPI Responses to IG Information Requests
AI summary This document outlines NSPI's responses to information requests related to the 2026 DSM Cost Recovery Rider (IG M12521). It provides details on how NSPI plans to recover costs associated with demand-side management programs in 2026.
2026 DSM Cost Recovery Rider (IG M12521) NSPI Responses to IG Information Requests
AI summary NSPI provided responses to information requests related to the 2026 DSM Cost Recovery Rider in matter IG M12521. The responses pertain to cost recovery mechanisms for demand-side management programs.
2026 DSM Cost Recovery Rider (NSEB M12521) NSPI Responses to NSEB Information Requests
AI summary This document outlines NSPI's responses to NSEB information requests regarding the 2026 DSM Cost Recovery Rider (NSEB M12521). It pertains to the discussion of cost recovery mechanisms related to demand-side management programs.
NON-CONFIDENTIAL Appendix A-1, tab Data Inputs-Alloc & Amount, please identify the source of the values for Did NS Power estimate the spending by rate class for 2026 using the past estimated The Company sourced the values for the 2026 DSM...
AI summary The document discusses the sourcing of values for the 2026 DSM Cost Recovery Rider (DCRR) by NS Power, which obtained the data from E1, including a detailed breakdown of planned expenditures for the Municipal class by customer.
2026 DSM Cost Recovery Rider (NSEB M12521) NSPI Responses to NSEB Information Requests
AI summary This document contains NSPI's responses to NSEB information requests related to the 2026 DSM Cost Recovery Rider (M12521). It outlines NSPI's position on the cost recovery mechanism for demand-side management programs.
2026 DSM Cost Recovery Rider (NSEB M12521) NSPI Responses to NSEB Information Requests
AI summary The document outlines NSPI's responses to NSEB information requests regarding the 2026 DSM Cost Recovery Rider (DCRR), a mechanism related to the recovery of costs associated with demand-side management programs.
Date Filed: November 25, 2025 NSPI (NSEB) IR-5 Page 2 of 2 2026 DSM Cost Recovery Rider (NSEB M12521) NSPI Responses to NSEB Information Requests
AI summary NSPI has submitted responses to NSEB information requests regarding the 2026 DSM Cost Recovery Rider, which relates to the recovery of costs associated with demand-side management programs.
NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-1: 2 3 Refer to M12521, Exhibit N-1, the Application for the 2026 DSM Cost Recovery Rider 4 (DCRR) submitted by NS Power (the "Application") and specifically to Appendix B-2, pages 5 1-4 of 4, and to NS Power'...
AI summary The text outlines a request (IR-1) asking NS Power to explain discrepancies between the Balancing Adjustment in the 2026 DSM Cost Recovery Rider (DCRR) application and the 2026-2027 General Rate Application (GRA). Specifically, it questions why the Balancing Adjustment and methodological steps in the DCRRA do not align with those in the GRA and whether this is due to timing or another reason.
M12521 – Nova Scotia Power Inc. Application for 2026 Demand Side Management Cost Recovery Rider On September 29, 2025, Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) requested an extension to file its 2026 Demand Side Management Cost Recovery Rider (DC...
AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) filed an application for the 2026 Demand Side Management Cost Recovery Rider (DCRR), seeking approval to recover DSM costs from municipal electric utilities. This follows a revised cost-of-service allocation methodology that removes the 25% allocation of DSM costs to system benefits, arguing it was arbitrary and lacked justification.
PCR = Program Cost Recovery The PCR includes all estimated costs for the upcoming calendar year for the DSM Plan that has been requested by the Franchise Holder and approved by the NSEB (Approved DSM). It includes the cost of planning, dev...
AI summary The Program Cost Recovery (PCR) encompasses all estimated costs for the Approved DSM Plan, including planning, development, implementation, and administrative expenses. It is calculated using the cost allocation methodology outlined in Schedule B of the tariff.
Applicable Tariff PCR (cents per kWh) BA (cents per kWh) DCRR (cents per kWh) Gen. Replacement & Load Following 0.000 -0.027 -0.027 One Part Real Time Pricing 0.000 0.010 0.010 Shore Power 0.000 0.102 0.102 SCHEDULE B
AI summary Schedule B presents a table outlining applicable tariffs and associated costs, including PCR, BA, and DCRR, for various energy-related services such as Gen. Replacement, Load Following, One Part Real Time Pricing, and Shore Power.
Request IR-4: - Refer to M12521, Exhibit N-1, page 7 of 10, lines 7 8, which states: "The Company used the - following process for allocation of 2026 PCR cost responsibilities to OATT MEUs:" but there is - no process set out. Please confir...
AI summary The document requests clarification on where the process for allocating 2026 PCR cost responsibilities to OATT MEUs is detailed in the Application, as the referenced text does not provide the process.
1 2025 M12521 2 3 NOVA SCOTIA ENERGY BOARD 4 IN THE MATTER OF: The Public Utilities Act 5 6 7 IN THE MATTER OF: An Application by Nova Scotia Power Incorporated for approval of its 2026 Demand Side Management Cost Recovery Riders (DCRR) 8...
AI summary The Nova Scotia Energy Board is handling an application by Nova Scotia Power Incorporated for approval of its 2026 Demand Side Management Cost Recovery Riders (DCRR). The Industrial Group has issued information requests regarding the allocation of program spending and cost responsibility for E1's Enabling Strategies. Responses are due by November 28, 2025.
November 25, 2025 Crystal Henwood Clerk of the Board Nova Scotia Energy Board 1601 Lower Water Street, 3rd Floor Halifax, NS B3J 3S3 Re: M12521 – 2026 DSM Cost Recovery Rider (DCRR) – NS Power Response to Information Requests Dear Ms. Henw...
AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. has submitted responses to information requests regarding its Application for approval of the 2026 DCRR. The responses were due on November 28, 2025, and two of the responses include confidential attachments consistent with the Company's treatment as described in the Application.
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: M12521 - NSPI - Application for 2026 DSM Cost R...
AI summary The Industrial Group comments on NSPI's 2026 DSM Cost Recovery Rider (DCRR) application, noting the proposed rate increases and adjustments. The DCRR includes Program Cost Recovery and Balance Adjustment components, with the latter addressing load fluctuations. The Industrial Group supports recent tariff language changes and raises concerns about cost allocation, interest on BA balances, and the effective date of the DCRR.
M12521 – Nova Scotia Power Inc. Application for 2026 Demand Side Management Cost Recovery Rider On September 29, 2025, Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) requested an extension to file its 2026 Demand Side Management Cost Recovery Rider (DC...
AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) filed an application for the 2026 Demand Side Management Cost Recovery Rider (DCRR) to take effect on January 1, 2026, following an extension granted by the Nova Scotia Energy Board. NS Power also requested approval to recover DSM costs from individual MEUs as budgeted by EfficiencyOne. The DCRR charges are based on a revised cost-of-service allocation methodology that removes the 25% allocation of DSM costs to system benefits.
PCR = Program Cost Recovery The PCR includes all estimated costs for the upcoming calendar year for the DSM Plan that has been requested by the Franchise Holder and approved by the NSEB (Approved DSM). It includes the cost of planning, dev...
AI summary The Program Cost Recovery (PCR) encompasses the estimated costs for the upcoming year for the Approved DSM Plan, including planning, development, implementation, and administrative expenses. These costs are calculated for each rate schedule using the methodology outlined in Schedule B of the tariff.
2026 DSM Cost Recovery Rider Charges The Demand Side Management Cost Recovery Rider (DCRR) charges, along with its components, (PCR) and (BA), for the period from the approved effective date of January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2026 are as f...
AI summary The document outlines the Demand Side Management Cost Recovery Rider (DCRR) charges for the period from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026, including its components, Program Cost Recovery (PCR), and Balance Adjustment (BA).
Applicable Tariff PCR (cents per kWh) BA (cents per kWh) DCRR (cents per kWh) Gen. Replacement & Load Following 0.000 -0.027 -0.027 One Part Real Time Pricing 0.000 0.010 0.010 Shore Power 0.000 0.102 0.102 SCHEDULE B
AI summary The table presents applicable tariffs and their corresponding PCR, BA, and DCRR values, indicating the financial mechanisms applied to different tariff types in the regulatory proceeding.
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