Topic:"Cost To Customer" in M12451

Figure 5-1 – 2026-2027 Fuel Rate Percentage Changes without Smoothing Customer Class 2026 2027 Residential 0.7 0.7 Small General 2.0 0.5 General 2.2 (0.4) Large General 1.9 (1.6) Total Fuel and Purchased Power including 4 OATT MEUs taking...

AI summary Figure 5-1 and Figure 5-2 show the 2026-2027 fuel rate percentage changes without and with smoothing, respectively, for various customer classes. The data highlights significant variations across different classes, with large industrial and municipal classes showing the most extreme changes. The total fuel and purchased power, including 4 OATT MEUs, is projected at $924.3 million in 2026 and $925.0 million in 2027.

Overview - A GRA has two basic steps: - First, the Company must determine the revenue requirement: how much it will cost to - produce and deliver electricity to meet the electricity requirements of customers in the - province, using the le...

AI summary The GRA process involves determining the revenue requirement and establishing just and reasonable rates. NS Power uses the COSS methodology to allocate costs to customer classes, with separate treatment for each test year. Revenue requirements are set annually, and riders like FAM and DSM are calculated outside the COSS process.

The Large Industrial Interruptible Rider (LIIR) provides LIIR customers with the opportunity to - reduce their cost of electricity by agreeing to accept non-firm service from the utility. The credit - applicable to this service is applied...

AI summary The Large Industrial Interruptible Rider (LIIR) allows customers to reduce electricity costs by accepting non-firm service. The credit applied to billed demand is based on the avoided cost of a combustion turbine and is proposed to increase from $7.486/kVA in 2025 to $7.667/kVA in 2027. Support for this update is provided in SR-01 Attachment 4.

MAXIMUM PER KWH CHARGE/MINIMUM BILL The maximum charge per kWh, applying to that portion of the bill which is not concerned with determination of the cost of the Critical Peak Events, will be that for a billing load factor of I 0% except t...

AI summary The text outlines the maximum charge per kWh applicable to portions of the bill not related to Critical Peak Events, with a billing load factor of 100%, and specifies that the minimum monthly bill cannot be less than a defined amount.

per month Effective January 1, 2026 $22.16 Effective January 1, 2027 $23.07 Capital Charge (if applicable)

AI summary The document outlines the monthly capital charge effective January 1, 2026, and January 1, 2027, with amounts of $22.16 and $23.07 respectively.

The Transmission Customer shall compensate the Transmission Provider each month for Reserved Capacity at the sum of the applicable charges set forth below. 2026 Charge ($) Yearly delivery: One twelfth of the demand charge of $63,996.09 /MW...

AI summary The Transmission Customer is required to pay the Transmission Provider monthly fees for Reserved Capacity based on different delivery periods (yearly, monthly, weekly, on-peak daily, and off-peak daily) with varying rates for 2026 and 2027.

1.8.6 Facilities, Procurement and Security Facilities, Procurement and Security OM&G expense was $17.1 million in 2024, an increase of $4.0 million from the restated 2024 GRA Compliance forecast of $13.1 million. This is primarily related...

AI summary The Facilities, Procurement and Security OM&G expense increased in 2024 due to inventory cost adjustments and higher facility maintenance costs. NS Power has discontinued assigning inventory interest expenses to the Procurement department, which will reduce 2025 expenses but increase Corporate Adjustments. Forecasted expenses are expected to rise slightly in 2026 and 2027 due to staffing and inflation.

br>484 494 (924) (1,290) Total Non-Labour (in Thousands of $) 2024 2026 Forecast 2026 Forecast 2026 Forecast 2027 Forecast

AI summary The text presents a table with financial figures related to non-labour costs for the years 2024, 2026, and 2027, including totals and forecasts. The data appears to be part of a financial analysis or planning document.

July 2024 58 ELECTRICAL CONTROL AND COMMUNICATION 46,613 580 General Electrical Controls 19,273 during demolition 581 Communications 7,291 582 Supervisory and Telemetering System (SCAOA) 3,645 583 Fire detection and Safety Systems (When no...

AI summary The text lists various costs associated with electrical control and communication systems, as well as water and building ventilation and heating removals, with specific line items and amounts provided for each category.

2026-2027 GRA Direct Evidence Appendix 8D Page 129 of 189 lnNINt:: ESTIM4TE - - IEE'T FOR FI ... AIJl"IAI -,_ SITE ni::- - •-:nN COST STUDY ?n?A LOCATION: VICTORIA JUNCTION GENERATING STATION (COMBUSTION TURBINE) DATE: July 2020 Account Es...

AI summary This document provides an estimate of costs associated with site services removals at the Victoria Junction Generating Station, a combustion turbine facility, as of July 2020. The cost for this action is estimated at $38,639 for the year 2024.

Estimated Cost 2024 Action Account Item Description Assumptions / Notes: By Code 2024 BOO's GENERAL AND ADMINISTRATION: 81 FIELD FACILITIES AND DECOMMISSIONING 57,180 811 Demolition Contractor Site trailers / Facilities 57,180 1.5% ofTDREC...

AI summary The document outlines estimated costs for field facilities, administration, and equipment salvage in 2024, with figures based on percentages of TDREC. These costs are associated with BOO's activities and include demolition, consultant services, supervision, and engineering expenses.

Cost of Service Study Redacted 1 6.2 Allocation of Demand Costs 2

AI summary This section of the document discusses the allocation of demand costs within the Cost of Service Study. It appears to be part of a larger analysis of cost structures and their distribution.

13 Response DR-17: 14 15 (a) The following table provides a list of each distribution region with the transformer 16 nameplate capacity and peak load by transmission supply voltage. The transmission supply 17 voltage refers to the high-sid...

AI summary The text references a table listing distribution regions with transformer nameplate capacity and peak load by transmission supply voltage, with peak load data from 2023. It also mentions a Cost of Service Study Process under NSUARB M11475 and NSPI responses to data requests.

Cost of Service Study Process (NSUARB M11475) NSPI Responses to CA Data Requests 1 Request DR-40: 2 3 For each feeder, please provide the following in Excel format with formulas intact and 4 including original source data for all inputs an...

AI summary NSPI responded to a data request (DR-40) regarding the Cost of Service Study (COSS) by explaining that only about 50% of feeders have SCADA capability, and historical data trends are used to approximate feeder peak loads. Exact times and dates of peak loads are not available, and a summary of approximated data is provided in Attachment 1.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL - 1 One possible option to be explored is moving to a more simple assessment as some utilities do, - 2 by assigning constant loss percentages to each customer class, regardless of the hour. This - 3 would make the process...

AI summary The text discusses a potential simplification of the Cost of Service Study (COSS) process by using constant loss percentages for customer classes, regardless of the hour, to improve transparency and efficiency. It references a partially confidential document and a regulatory proceeding related to the Generation and Resource Assessment (GRA).

NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request DR-49: 2 3 Please explain how NS Power proposes to determine the service-drop costs for streetlighting 4 and provide the definition of what constitutes a service drop for a streetlight on a utility 5 owned pole?...

AI summary The response explains that NS Power's service drop costs for streetlighting do not include the cost-of-service poles, as outlined in the Cost of Service Study (COSS). Streetlights are connected to utility-owned poles via a small service connection from the secondary distribution system.

Nova Scotia Power Unmetered Services Pricing January 2022 - 1 For Streetlight installation labour cost, this schedule uses - 2 the average gross plant value of Streetlight assets; - 3 the current material costs of each type of fixture; and...

AI summary The document outlines the methodology used to calculate the labour cost for installing streetlights, including both Non-LED and LED fixtures, based on material costs, forecast fixture numbers, and inflation adjustments applied to historical data from 2014.

8 Figure 1 9 10 11 (b) Figure 2 provides a list of the selected feeder sections including general characterization 12 of the feeder (e.g., rural/suburban/urban, residential/mixed/commercial/industrial) PARTIALLY CONFIDENTIAL 2026-2027 GRA...

AI summary Figure 1 and Figure 2 are referenced in the document, with Figure 2 providing a list of selected feeder sections characterized by location and usage type. The document also mentions the Cost of Service Study Process (NSUARB M11475) and NSPI responses to CA data requests.

Cost of Service Study Process (NSUARB M11475) NSPI Responses to CA Data Requests

AI summary The document pertains to the Cost of Service Study Process under NSUARB M11475, with NSPI providing responses to data requests from the Canadian Association (CA).

3 (viii) The height and class of each pole with only secondary conductor is represented in 4 Figure 4 below. PARTIALLY CONFIDENTIAL 2026-2027 GRA Direct Evidence Appendix 12A(2) Page 914 of 1218 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED)...

AI summary The text references a Cost of Service Study Process under NSUARB M11475 and mentions NSPI's responses to data requests from the Canadian Association. It also refers to a partially confidential appendix containing information about pole heights and classes.

Cost of Service Study Process (NSUARB M11475) NSPI Responses to CA Data Requests

AI summary The document pertains to the Cost of Service Study Process under NSUARB M11475, with NSPI providing responses to data requests from the Canadian Association.

PARTIALLY CONFIDENTIAL 2026-2027 GRA Direct Evidence Appendix 12A(2) Page 933 of 1218 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) Cost of Service Study Process (NSUARB M11475) NSPI Responses to CA Data Requests

AI summary This document outlines NSPI's responses to data requests from the Canadian Association under the Cost of Service Study Process, as part of the NSUARB M11475 proceeding.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Option One: 2 - 3 Keeping the 75/25 split assumption unchanged, NS Power apportioned the system cost benefits to - 4 rate classes based on class shares in the cumulative savings in their total electricity costs, inclusiv...

AI summary NS Power's Option One maintains the 75/25 split assumption and allocates system cost benefits to rate classes based on their share of cumulative electricity cost savings from the 2023-2025 DSM Plan over the 2023-2040 period. This approach uses cumulative savings as an indicator of benefits realized by each rate class.

3 The difference in class shares between the current method (reflective of class shares in usage of 4 electric services of energy and demand) and share in system cost benefits (calculated under Option 5 Two), is due to the fact that the sy...

AI summary The difference in class shares between the current method and Option Two is due to system cost benefits primarily resulting from reduced fuel costs. Classes with higher fuel costs relative to their total service cost show greater system benefits, typically characterized by higher load factors and higher service voltage levels.

Cost of Service Study Process (NSUARB M11475) NSPI Responses to IG Data Requests 1 Request DR-1: 2 3 Please provide 3-5 years of historical hourly load data for total system and by customer class 4 (that aligns with CP allocator input data...

AI summary NSPI provides responses to data requests regarding historical hourly load data for different customer classes. The data is available for large customer classes but estimated for others using load research samples. The response also outlines the methodology used in the Cost of Service Study (COSS) process.

16 Average System Fossil Fuel Fleet Purchased Power, Cost Top peak demand Demand Generation Cost hours (no PHP) [MW] [$/MWh] [$/MWh] 50 2153 $85.7 $185.9 100 2067 $81.1 $159.7 1000 1768 $74.3 $83.4 PARTIALLY CONFIDENTIAL 2026-2027 GRA Dire...

AI summary The table presents average system demand, fossil fuel fleet generation costs, and purchased power costs at different peak demand levels. It includes data points for 50, 100, and 1000 peak hours, showing variations in demand and costs.

Cost of Service Study Process (NSUARB M11475) NSPI Responses to MEU Data Requests 1 The primary difference between the fuel cost components of the BUTU and RtR rates are 2 that BUTU FAM-related charges are based on allocated costs and RtR...

AI summary The text discusses differences in fuel cost components between BUTU and RtR rates, the impact of including municipal customers under the OATT as a separate rate class in the COSS, and NSPI's response to MEU data requests regarding DSM Rider charges. Models were prepared and uploaded to address these issues.

PARTIALLY CONFIDENTIAL 2026-2027 GRA Direct Evidence Appendix 12A(2) Page 1062 of 1218 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) Cost of Service Study Process (NSUARB M11475) NSPI Responses to PHP Data Requests

AI summary This document outlines the Cost of Service Study Process under NSUARB M11475 and includes NSPI's responses to PHP Data Requests, indicating a regulatory proceeding focused on cost analysis and data provision.

Cost of Service Study Process (NSUARB M11475) NSPI Responses to PHP Data Requests

AI summary The document pertains to the Cost of Service Study Process under NSUARB M11475, focusing on NSPI's responses to data requests related to Peak Hour Pricing (PHP).

PARTIALLY CONFIDENTIAL 2026-2027 GRA Direct Evidence Appendix 12A(2) Page 1068 of 1218 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) Cost of Service Study Process (NSUARB M11475) NSPI Responses to PHP Data Requests

AI summary The document discusses the Cost of Service Study Process under NSUARB M11475 and outlines NSPI's responses to PHP Data Requests, which are part of the 2026-2027 GRA Direct Evidence Appendix 12A(2).

Cost of Service Study Process (NSUARB M11475) NSPI Responses to PHP Data Requests

AI summary This document outlines NSPI's responses to data requests related to the Cost of Service Study Process under NSUARB M11475, focusing on PHP (Peak Hour Pricing) data.

Cost of Service Study Process (NSUARB M11475) NSPI Responses to PHP Data Requests 1 Request DR-12: 2 3 Please provide variations of the 2023 Cost Of Service Study Analysis with the following 4 changes: 5 6 (a) PHP included as a standalone...

AI summary NSPI is responding to PHP Data Request DR-12, which asks for variations of the 2023 Cost Of Service Study Analysis with specific changes. The request includes scenarios for PHP as a standalone customer class, functional allocation based on ELCC, and transmission expense allocations. PHP revised part (a) to include specific energy and demand parameters.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request DR-19: 2 3 Please provide a detailed description of the current functionalization, allocation, and 4 classification of the Maritime Link in the current COSS. 5 6 Response DR-19: 7 8 The Maritime Link (ML) imports...

AI summary The response to DR-19 explains that the Maritime Link imports are divided into firm, capacity-backed energy, and non-firm Surplus Energy. Import costs are functionalized to Generation and classified based on system load factors and energy demand. Allocation methods are detailed, with demand costs distributed according to coincident contribution to system peaks and energy costs based on annual or monthly energy requirements.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request DR-2: 2 3 Provide NS Power's most recent costs for lowest capital cost peaking combustion turbines 4 that are natural gas fired as per the most recent IRP: 5 6 (a) Capital costs 7 8 (b) Cost of money to determine...

AI summary The document requests Nova Scotia Power's most recent costs for natural gas-fired peaking combustion turbines, including capital costs, cost of money, unit life, O&M, and equivalent capacity. NS Power responds that Frame CTs were the lowest cost option in the 2022 Evergreen IRP, providing capital costs of $1,278 per KW.

Agenda - Introduction of Elenchus as an expert subject to the duties of an expert - Preliminary Discussion - Board Directive GRA - Meeting Objectives - Consultant Overview of Electric Utility Cost of Service Processes

AI summary The agenda includes the introduction of Elenchus as an expert, a preliminary discussion involving a Board Directive and meeting objectives, and an overview of electric utility cost of service processes by a consultant.

Meeting Objectives - Introduce experts - Develop a shared understanding of industry practices re: cost of service - Share information - Collaborate with intent to develop initial issues list and identify topics requiring further examinatio...

AI summary The meeting objectives focus on introducing experts, discussing industry practices related to cost of service, sharing information, and collaborating to develop an initial issues list. The meeting will take place on a without prejudice basis and will not be recorded without consent.

Agenda - 1. Introduction and Project Description - 2. Generic Background on Cost Allocation Methodologies - 3. NS Power's Existing COSS Methodology - 4. Effect of Transitional and Technological Changes on COSS - 5. Survey - 6. Next Steps

AI summary The agenda outlines the topics to be discussed in a regulatory proceeding, including an introduction, background on cost allocation methodologies, NS Power's existing cost of service study (COSS) methodology, the impact of transitional and technological changes on COSS, a survey, and next steps.

Elenchus Research Associates Inc. ("Elenchus") - John Todd, President - Founded 1980 - Andrew Blair joined Elenchus in 2016 - Transferred to Power Advisory in 2023 - Elenchus has conducted Cost of Service/Cost Allocation and Rate Design (C...

AI summary Elenchus Research Associates Inc., founded in 1980, has conducted various regulatory and utility-related reviews. Key personnel include John Todd, President, and Andrew Blair, who joined in 2016 and transferred to Power Advisory in 2023. Elenchus has worked with multiple regulators and utilities, including NB Power and ENMAX, and has assisted with rate impact and bill analysis for E1, integrating with NSP's COS model. A strategic alliance was formed with Power Advisory in 2021.

Cost Allocation Results - Revenue to cost ratios (R/Cs) by customer class - Target R/C is 1.00 - Above 1.00 – revenues higher than costs - Below 1.00 – revenues lower than costs - But allocation is not precise - Hence, goal is typically R/...

AI summary The document discusses the allocation of costs based on revenue to cost ratios (R/Cs) by customer class, aiming for a target R/C of 1.00 with a permissible range of 0.95 to 1.05 to reduce rate volatility. Adjusting R/Cs is the starting point for rate design, with additional steps involving monthly/demand/energy charges and policy-based rates such as time-of-use (TOU) rates.

Cost-related Attributes: - 4. Static efficiency of the use of rate classes and rate blocks in discouraging wasteful use of the service, while promoting all justified types and amounts of use. - 5. Reflections of all of the present and futu...

AI summary The text outlines key cost-related attributes for rate design, emphasizing efficiency, fairness, and equity in cost allocation. It highlights the need to consider both private and social costs and benefits, avoid discrimination, and promote innovation in response to changing demand and supply patterns.

Agenda - 1. Introduction and Project Description - 2. Generic Background on Cost Allocation Methodologies - 3. NS Power's Existing COSS Methodology - 4. Effect of Transitional and Technological Changes on COSS - 5. Survey - 6. Next Steps

AI summary The agenda outlines the topics to be discussed in a proceeding, including the introduction of a project, background on cost allocation methodologies, NS Power's existing cost of service study methodology, effects of transitional and technological changes on the methodology, a survey, and next steps.

Methodologies in the Future Stakeholder views need to be considered. - ➤ Are NS Power's current methodologies appropriate as the sector evolves? - Please identify issues that need to be reconsidered - ➤ Review methodological precedents in...

AI summary The document discusses the need to reconsider NS Power's current methodologies in light of sector evolution, asking stakeholders to identify issues, review methodological precedents from other jurisdictions, and determine appropriate methodologies for both the current and future state of NS Power, including elements of the Cost of Service Study (COSS) and rate design considerations.

Recap Link between COS and IRP: Cost causation from a planning perspective

AI summary The document discusses the link between the Cost of Service (COS) and the Integrated Resource Plan (IRP), focusing on cost causation from a planning perspective. It includes visual elements such as figures and pictures that likely illustrate the relationship between these two planning frameworks.

Agenda - Introduction - COSS from infrastructure planning perspective - Walk through 2023 COSS calculations - Questions

AI summary The agenda item discusses the 2023 COSS calculations from an infrastructure planning perspective. The session includes an introduction, a walk through of the calculations, and a question and answer period.

Definitions Cost of Service Studies The Cost of Service Study is a process used by a utility to apportion utility's costs among customer classes for the purpose of development of rates. Aside from determining overall cost responsibilities...

AI summary The Cost of Service Study is a process used by utilities to allocate costs among customer classes for rate development, establishing the foundation for rate structures.

Summary - Methodology of NS Power's COS has evolved in response to NS Power's changing operating, regulatory and technological environments. - With the addition of new types of generation and implementation of hourly load research samples...

AI summary NS Power's Cost of Service (COS) methodology has evolved to include more accurate methods such as SLF-based classification and 3CP-based allocation, replacing the Average Excess method from 1995. The 2013 COS proceeding reviewed alternatives like Equivalent Peak and BP/BIP methods for generation and 100% Demand/12CP for transmission, but these were rejected by the Board due to complexity and lack of industry use.

Discussion - Material changes in operating environment require reviews of costing methodology to ensure proper alignment with cost causation and asset utilization. - It is also important to be mindful of established ratemaking principles,...

AI summary The discussion highlights the need to review costing methodologies in response to changes in the operating environment, emphasizing the importance of aligning with cost causation and asset utilization. It also addresses the balance between ratemaking principles and the simplicity of the SLF method, while noting the complexity of alternative methods like LOLP and Probability Dispatch.

Soon, there will be periods where most resources have near-zero dispatch cost • Does it make sense to allocate energy at a uniform cost when the hourly cost can be nearly zero at times?

AI summary The text raises a question about whether it is appropriate to allocate energy at a uniform cost when the hourly cost of energy can be nearly zero during certain periods, suggesting a potential need for more nuanced cost allocation methods.

The current time-varying pricing rates are "revenue-neutral" - The Critical Peak Price is not designed to recover average hourly costs - Marginal (not average) costs are used in NS Power's time-varying rate design - Instead, the rates are...

AI summary The current time-varying pricing rates are designed to be revenue-neutral, using marginal costs rather than average costs. This approach ensures that average customers pay the same for the same usage pattern regardless of behavior changes, but may create strategic winners and losers.

Designing time-varying rates to be cost-based - Cost-based rates result in cost-neutral rates - Same effect on behavior (reduced fuel costs during peak periods), but now the "strategic winners and losers" are paying their fair share

AI summary The document discusses designing time-varying rates based on cost, emphasizing that such rates are cost-neutral and ensure that 'strategic winners and losers' pay their fair share, while maintaining the same behavioral impact of reducing fuel costs during peak periods.

Excerpt from Exh. 1 than some of the other methods but may be less aligned with intra-hour cost-causation by - 2 assuming every kilowatt-hour in the year has the same cost. The improvements to this

AI summary The text discusses the assumption that every kilowatt-hour in a year has the same cost and mentions potential improvements to this method, though it does not elaborate further.

2.4 Marginal Cost Method 5 During the procedural conference of June 28, 2023, the final approved scope listed the marginal 6 cost allocation model as optional. Marginal cost modeling has the advantage of being relatively 7 simple to implem...

AI summary The marginal cost allocation model is deemed unsuitable for NB Power's class cost allocation study due to its volatility, inaccuracy in reflecting long-term costs, and confidentiality concerns. E3's analysis highlights discrepancies between marginal costs and actual costs, and no vertically integrated Canadian utility uses this method for CCAS.

2026-2027 GRA Direct Evidence Appendix 12A(3) Page 151 of 310 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) Excerpt from Exh. Overview of Cost Allocation Methodologies

AI summary The excerpt provides an overview of cost allocation methodologies relevant to the 2026-2027 GRA Direct Evidence Appendix 12A(3). It outlines approaches used to distribute costs among different service categories or customer groups.

Average and Peak with Time of Use Method Like the Average and Peak method, the Average and Peak with Time of Use (TOU) method classifies all fixed generation costs to peak demand and average demand based on the system load factor (SLF). Av...

AI summary The text discusses the Average and Peak with Time of Use (TOU) method, explaining how fixed and variable costs are allocated based on load factors and dispatch costs. It highlights inconsistencies, such as the inclusion of interruptible loads in dispatch costs but not in load data, and the impact of export revenues on dispatch cost allocations.

1. Introduction 1. SBA Objectives for COSS The SBA believes that the timing is excellent for a fresh, comprehensive, and forward-looking review of the methodologies and assumptions used to establish the cost of service including allocation...

AI summary The SBA advocates for a comprehensive review of cost of service methodologies to ensure fair allocation of costs as electrification and decarbonization policies reshape energy usage and customer load profiles in Nova Scotia.

2026-2027 GRA Direct Evidence Appendix 12A(5) 1 Page 13 of 31 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) Status Quo CTD Referen ce NS Power Position (Pre Resolution Session) NS Power Updated Position (Following Resolution Session) Justifi...

AI summary The document discusses NS Power's proposal to classify all generation assets based on SLF, eliminating the need to subfunctionalize generation assets. This approach is justified as it aligns with industry practices, supports system stability, and provides a simpler and more consistent method for cost-of-service classification.

1.3.1 REVENUE RELATED Meeting revenue requirement implies that customer rates should be set so as to yield sufficient revenues for the utility to recover its approved costs. The recoverable costs that make up the company's revenue requirem...

AI summary Setting customer rates to meet the utility's revenue requirement ensures the recovery of approved costs, including operating expenses, maintenance, administration, amortization, and the cost of capital, which includes debt interest and return on equity.

1 4.1.1.2 NSP PROPOSED APPROACH - 2 NS Power is proposing to classify all generation by the same methodology. This is further - 3 discussed in section [4.2.1.2.](#page-79-2) This proposed change in methodology will eliminate the - 4 need t...

AI summary NS Power proposes to classify all generation using the same methodology, eliminating the need to sub-functionalize rate base and OM&A by type of generation, while continuing to track costs separately within the Cost of Service Study model.

4.3.2.1 NSP CURRENT APPROACH - 6 Demand-classified purchases are allocated to rate classes based on each class's share - 7 of 3CP. - 8 Fuel and imports, all of which are classified to energy, are allocated to rate classes based - 9 on each...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power (NSP) allocates demand-classified purchases based on each rate class's share of 3CP. Fuel and imports are allocated monthly based on energy consumption, ensuring that classes consuming more during high-cost months pay more per kWh. Non-fuel energy purchases are allocated annually based on energy consumption.

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AI summary The text provides a summary of fuel costs per MWh, including various financial figures and line items such as net fuel and purchased power, total sales, load retention, and other related costs. It outlines actual and projected figures for different years.

Power Production Thermal Station Fuel Costs NOVA SCOTIA POWER Period: MONTH-Year $CAD Submitted: Date FER-16 MAR-16 Forecast Forecast Forecast Forecast Forecast Forecast Forecast Forecast Forecast Forecast Tonnes MMBTU Costs $ per Tonne $...

AI summary The document provides a detailed breakdown of fuel costs for Nova Scotia Power's thermal stations, including various fuels such as natural gas, biomass, bunker C, diesel, and furnace fuel, along with their respective costs, consumption, and adjustments. This data is used for forecasting and financial reporting purposes.

FX Adj on Costs FX Adj'd Cost(Benefit) Other Costs FO a l Gas MTM on H nd N atura Total Othe r Cos ts Total Fuel & PP New Gas L page oss Total Fuel and Purc hased Po Lingan Solid Fuel Costs by Supplier NSPI (FAM) A-10m

AI summary The text presents a table and a heading related to FX adjustments on costs, including fuel and purchased power costs, with a specific reference to Lingan Solid Fuel Costs by Supplier NSPI (FAM) A-10m.

Pt. Aconi Monthly Station Fuel Costs NOVA SCOTIA POWER Period: MONTH-Year $CAD Submitted: Date Cost Centre=PTA (Point Aconi FER-16 MAR-16 Forecast Forecast Forecast Forecast Forecast Forecast Forecast Forecast Forecast Forecast Tonnes MMBT...

AI summary The document provides a detailed breakdown of monthly fuel costs at the Pt. Aconi station operated by Nova Scotia Power, including costs for natural gas, biomass, bunker C diesel, and other fuels, along with financial adjustments and total costs.

Combustion Turbines Thermal Station Fuel Costs NOVA SCOTIA POWER Period: MONTH-Year $CAD Submitted: Date Cost Centre=CTS (Combustion Turbin FER-16 MAR-16 Forecast Forecast Forecast Forecast Forecast Forecast Forecast Forecast Forecast Tonn...

AI summary The text presents a detailed table of fuel costs for the Combustion Turbines Thermal Station operated by Nova Scotia Power, including data on natural gas, biomass, and other fuels, along with associated costs and adjustments.

Our world is changing quickly, and we're ready Our proven strategy has been driving our growth for nearly two decades. Our strategic focus balances our efforts to deliver cleaner energy with critical reliability investments, without overlo...

AI summary The text highlights the company's strategy of balancing clean energy initiatives with reliability investments and cost management, emphasizing its readiness to address industry trends such as decarbonization, decentralization, and digitalization.

Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) commitments are core to our strategy and shape our culture of doing the right thing for our customers, investors, communities and each other. Our proven strategy has been driving our growth for ne...

AI summary The document emphasizes the importance of ESG commitments in shaping the company's strategy and culture, focusing on delivering cleaner energy, reliability, and managing customer costs while addressing industry trends like decarbonization, decentralization, and digitalization.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES Always leading with Health & Safety Advancing Cleaner Energy towards our Net-Zero Vision Enhancing Reliability Driving Innovation Empowering our Teams & Communities Always Working to Minimize Cost Impacts for Custo...

AI summary The document outlines strategic priorities focused on health and safety, advancing cleaner energy toward net-zero, enhancing reliability, driving innovation, empowering teams and communities, and minimizing cost impacts for customers.

REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) NS Power 2026-2027 General Rate Application CONFIDENTIAL (Attachments Only) SR-01 1 Requirement: 2 3 Cost of Service Study 4 5 Submission: 6 7 The Cost of Service Study and other calculations aff...

AI summary NS Power's 2026-2027 General Rate Application includes a Cost of Service Study methodology, detailing cost allocation between above-the-line (ATL) and below-the-line (BTL) rate classes, with a focus on the Backup/Top-up (BUTU) class transition to embedded-cost methodology. The study uses revenue-to-cost (R/C) ratios to identify inter-class inequities and aligns with the Board's 2022 decision (M09940) on BUTU tariff amendments.

Interruptible Base cost of fuel ¢/kWh 8.031 7.780 -0.251 -3.1% Non-fuel ¢/kWh 2.064 2.224 0.160 7.8% Subtotal 10.095 10.004 -0.091 -0.9% FAM AA ¢/kWh 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.0% FAM BA ¢/kWh 0.224 0.224 0.000 0.0% Subtotal 0.224 0.224 0.000 0.0...

AI summary The table presents cost breakdowns for interruptible services, showing a 3.1% decrease in base fuel costs (from 8.031¢/kWh to 7.780¢/kWh) and a 7.8% increase in non-fuel costs (from 2.064¢/kWh to 2.224¢/kWh). Fuel Adjustment Mechanism (FAM) and Demand Side Management (DSM) components remain unchanged, while total costs decreased by 0.8%.

Outdoor Recreational Lighting Tariff Energy Charges Base cost of fuel ¢/kWh 8.120 7.915 -0.205 -2.5% Non-fuel ¢/kWh 3.271 3.748 0.477 14.6% Subtotal 11.391 11.663 0.272 2.4% FAM AA ¢/kWh 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.0% FAM BA ¢/kWh 0.156 0.156 0.00...

AI summary The Outdoor Recreational Lighting Tariff outlines energy charge components, including fuel and non-fuel costs, with percentage changes between periods. Key elements include Fuel Adjustment Mechanism (FAM), Demand Side Management (DSM) charges, and System Cost Recovery Rider (SCRR), showing variations in rates and their impacts.

Page 32 of 41 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026-2027 GRA SR-01 Attachment 8 Page 33 of 41 RATE SCHEDULES 2026 2027 Variance % Variance 1 units FAM AA ¢/kWh 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.0% FAM BA ¢/kWh 0.156 0.156 0.000 0.0% Subtotal...

AI summary The document presents rate schedules for 2026 and 2027, showing no variance in FAM AA, FAM BA, DSM PCR, DSM BA, and SCRR rates. However, there is a slight decrease in fuel-related rates and an increase in non-fuel related rates, resulting in a 4.2% overall increase in total rates.

60.7 $775,879 72.38% 9.70 26.9% $209,089 8% $62,070 $196,262 424 255 0.25% $1,430 36.11% $81,189 Tufts Cove 3 177.0 150.0 94.0 153.0 89.0 $1,048,416 72.38% 22.00 25.3% $265,041 8% $83,873 $252,540 1968 1181 0.79% $5,974 35.88% $374,087 Tuf...

AI summary The text presents a table with numerical data related to various locations, including figures such as costs, percentages, and financial metrics. It includes entries for Tufts Cove and Trenton locations, showing details like revenue, expenses, and other financial indicators. The data appears to be related to cost-of-service studies and utility operations.

REDACTED 1 (c) Please refer to Attachment 4, which contains the revised rates, which originally was filed 2 in the 2026-2027 GRA SR-01 Attachment 8. 3 4 (d) Please refer to the revised proof of revenue in the updated 2026-2027 GRA OR-01 5...

AI summary The text discusses revisions to the 2026-2027 General Rate Application (GRA), including changes to the interruptible credit for PHP, which resulted in a reduction of annual credits by approximately $0.9 million in 2026 and $0.8 million in 2027. It also mentions a correction to the Distribution Cost Adder for the Large Industrial Rate (LIR) and the impact on revenue redistribution among rate classes.

Summary - NSPI's earnings remained stable. The Company operates under a COS model wherein NSPI is allowed to recover all prudently incurred costs from providing electricity and earnings are primarily impacted by the range of ROE and capita...

AI summary NSPI's earnings remained stable under a COS model, with earnings influenced by ROE and capital structure approved by the NSUARB. Lower operating expenses and fuel costs contributed to moderately higher earnings in 9M 2017 compared to 9M 2016. NSPI recovers actual fuel costs via the FAM. The NSUARB's ROE calculations use specific regulatory methods, and earnings above the ROE band are directed to the FAM as per the Electricity Plan Act.

Regulatory Environment Assessment Criteria 1. Deemed Equity Ratio Score Excellent Good Satisfactory Below Average Poor Analysis NSPI's target regulated ROE is based on an actual five-quarter average regulated common equity component of up...

AI summary The document assesses NSPI's regulatory environment, focusing on its target regulated ROE, cost structure, and performance metrics. Key data includes the common equity ratio, ROE scores, customer growth, and cost per kWh, highlighting NSPI's financial and operational efficiency.

Rating Report Nova Scotia Power Inc. For the year ended December 31 Earnings Quality/Operating Efficiency 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 Fuel for generation and purchase power/Revenues 44.4% 35.7% 36.1% 38.3% 38.0% EBIT margin 37.6% 33.3% 31.2%...

AI summary The document provides a rating report for Nova Scotia Power Inc. with financial metrics including earnings quality, operating efficiency, profit margin, return on average equity, and customer growth over several years. It also includes details on costs, employee numbers, and rate base figures.

Page 9 of 14 Assessment of Regulatory Framework 3. Energy Cost Recovery Excellent Good Satisfactory Below Average Poor Fuel costs are passed through to the customers through the FAM, and rates change annually to account for variances betwe...

AI summary The document discusses the regulatory framework for energy cost recovery, capital and operating cost recovery, the COS versus incentive rate mechanism, and political interference. Fuel costs are recovered through the FAM, with variances deferred to a FAM regulatory asset or liability. Capital costs are recovered through rates after regulatory approval, and NSPI operates under a COS model. The Electricity Reform Act and Electricity Plan Act have had a modest impact on NSPI.

Page 11 of 14 Nova Scotia Power Inc. January 4, 2022 Operating Statistics For the year ended December 31 Earnings Quality/Operating Efficiency 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 Fuel for generation and purchase power/Revenues (%) 48.3 46.4 44.4 35.7...

AI summary The document presents operating statistics for Nova Scotia Power Inc. from 2016 to 2020, including metrics like fuel costs, approved ROE, customer growth, and employee productivity. It also outlines total costs, customer accounts, and rate base figures, providing a detailed view of the company's financial and operational performance over the years.

Earnings and Outlook 12 mos. September 30 For the year ended December 31 (CAD millions where applicable) 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 Revenues 1,653 1,675 1,501 1,494 1,430 1,440 Fuel cost1 (716) (950) (817) (721) (663) (639) Net revenues...

AI summary The document presents financial data for the company over several years, including revenues, fuel costs, net revenues, EBITDA, EBIT, interest expenses, earnings before taxes, and net income. It also includes the return on equity and regulated rate base information, reflecting the company's financial performance and regulatory context.

- Overall, earnings for NSPI have generally been stable, reflecting the regulated nature of its operations. - Morningstar DBRS notes that NSPI has a FAM in place that allows the Company to recover actual fuel costs from customers through a...

AI summary NSPI's earnings have remained stable due to its regulated operations. The company uses a Fuel Adjustment Mechanism (FAM) to recover actual fuel costs from customers through annual rate adjustments. However, both EBITDA and EBIT decreased in 2022 due to higher operating expenses and depreciation from an expanding rate base.

9.1 Capital Process In support of its organizational and Asset Management objectives, NS Power utilizes the Asset Management Mechanism to inform and make risk-based decisions. This matrix, aligned with the matrices in NS Power's CEJC, prov...

AI summary NS Power uses an Asset Management Mechanism to evaluate risks and make decisions based on asset condition and organizational goals. The process considers safety, environmental impact, and business sustainability, while also factoring in customer affordability and financial constraints. A risk matrix is used, but subject matter expertise is essential for accurate evaluations. The Capital Optimization process, led by the EAM team, ensures that decisions balance risk, financial considerations, and operational needs.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL 2 3 Reference: Exhibit N-3, Direct Evidence, pages 95-96. 4 5 (a) Please provide a detailed breakdown for the cost allocation methodology (with tab 6 and line reference to the study) and any changes made to the rate design...

AI summary The response addresses an error in the Distribution Cost Adder (DCA) calculations for Large Industrial customers in 2026 and 2027, explaining a 27% increase in the DCA for 2026 and an 8% increase for 2027 due to a 30.4% rise in demand-related distribution costs.

2026-2027 General Rate Application (M12451) NSPI Responses to MPA Information Requests 1 Request IR-5: securitization. NS Power's view is that providing the annual average year-end ratio is not 26 27 relevant, as it is highly dependent on...

AI summary NS Power argues that providing the annual average year-end ratio is not relevant due to timing factors. The company expects continued access to a revolving credit facility and will issue long-term debt as needed. The success of the rate application and securitization of thermal assets is critical to maintaining credit ratings and avoiding negative financial implications.

Inflation Risk: The Company may be exposed to changes in inflation that may result in increased operating and maintenance costs, capital investment, and fuel costs compared to the revenues provided by customer rates.

AI summary The Company faces potential inflation risks that could increase operating, maintenance, and fuel costs, as well as capital investments, which may not be fully offset by customer rate revenues.

Affordability - NS Power's modelling shows that the current annual SO2 limits drive additional fuel cost in the range of $175 - $200 million, resulting in increased rate pressure as fuel costs are a direct pass through to customers. - The...

AI summary NS Power's modelling indicates that current annual SO2 limits increase fuel costs by $175 - $200 million annually, leading to higher rates for customers. These costs are driven by the use of higher-cost low sulphur coal, difficult-to-secure natural gas from the U.S., and uneconomical imports.

EW1 – Total OM&G as Percent of Retail Revenue - On a 5-year average basis, NSPI Total OM&G\ as Percent of Retail Revenue is first quartile and third lowest among peers - NSPI Total OM&G as Percent of Retail Revenue increased 1 percentage p...

AI summary NSPI's Total OM&G as a percentage of Retail Revenue has increased slightly over the past five years, though it remains in the first quartile and third lowest among peers. While NSPI's OM&G increased by 23% from 2019 to 2023, peer median OM&G increased by 18% over the same period. Retail revenue for NSPI rose by 17% compared to a peer median increase of 14% to 21%.

Observations - On a 5-year average basis, NSPI Production OM&G\ per MWh Generated is at the first/second quartile line and third lowest among peers - NSPI Production OM&G per MWh Generated increased 36% from 2019 to 2023 (8.0% CAGR) while...

AI summary NSPI's Production OM&G per MWh Generated has increased significantly compared to peers, with a 36% rise from 2019 to 2023, while peer median OM&G increased by 7% to 13%. NSPI's OM&G also rose 10% in nominal terms, while peer median OM&G fell by 7% to 5%.

PP2-ACFB – Production OM&G per MWh Generated - On a 5-year average basis, Point Aconi Production OM&G\ per MWh Generated is the lowest in the peer group - Point Aconi Production OM&G per MWh Generated increased 30% from 2019 to 2023 (6.7%...

AI summary Point Aconi's Production OM&G per MWh Generated has increased by 30% from 2019 to 2023, outpacing the peer group's 28% increase. Despite this, OM&G costs increased only 6% over the same period, while MWh Generated decreased by 18% in 2023 compared to 2019.

Observations - NSPI Finance & Accounting Cost as Percent of Revenue in 2024 is 0.18 percentage points below (or better than) the industry group median - NSPI Finance & Accounting Cost as Percent of Revenue decreased 0.03 percentage points...

AI summary NSPI's Finance & Accounting Cost as a Percent of Revenue in 2024 is 0.18 percentage points below the industry median. From 2019 to 2023, this cost decreased by 0.03 percentage points but increased by 6% in nominal terms, while Regulated Revenue increased by 17% over the same period.

Observations - NSPI Total Cost to Perform the Process Group "Procure Materials and Services" per $1,000 Revenue in 2023 is 16% lower than the industry group median - NSPI Total Cost to Perform the Process Group "Procure Materials and Servi...

AI summary NSPI's cost to perform the 'Procure Materials and Services' process group has decreased significantly over the past five years, with a 23% reduction from 2019 to 2023, while revenue increased by 17% over the same period. The total cost to procure has decreased by 10% nominally.

Observations - NSPI Total IT Cost per $1,000 Revenue in 2023 is 46% higher than the industry group median, and 3% lower than the third/fourth quartile line - NSPI Total IT Cost per $1,000 Revenue increased 20% between 2019 and 2023 (4.6% C...

AI summary NSPI's IT costs per $1,000 revenue have risen significantly, with a 46% increase over the industry median in 2023 and a 20% increase from 2019 to 2023. Revenue growth was slower at 17% over the same period.

Factors Contributing to Performance NSPI is likely a smaller utility with less revenue than many of the utilities in the APQC benchmark and it is likely that other utilities have economies of scale that NSPI does not possess. Definition :...

AI summary NSPI is likely a smaller utility with less revenue compared to other utilities in the APQC benchmark, potentially lacking the economies of scale possessed by larger utilities. The text defines a metric for evaluating IT costs relative to revenue.

1 2027 COSS Change on Total Allocated Costs in $ Million Revenue to Expense Ratio 10 thoroughly considered in this jurisdiction when NS Power completes its next cost-of-service 11 study, which is expected no later than December 31, 2025" [...

AI summary The text discusses a request related to the 2027 Cost of Service Study (COSS) by Nova Scotia Power (NSP), including a query about the impact of reclassifying distribution classifications from the minimum system methodology to 100% demand classification, and a request for a revised Figure 14-1. Nova Scotia Power has not completed the computation for this alternative scenario and refers to Attachment 1 for further details.

(a) Please refer to the following figure; only OATT Schedules 5 and 6 are impacted by this change. OATT Revenue (as proposed in 2026-2027 GRA) OATT Revenue (fully cost based) Dollar Impact 24 the-line rate class. The Domestic class share i...

AI summary The document discusses changes in the classification of generation and transmission costs under the proposed Cost of Service Study (COSS) methodology, which shifts more costs to demand classification, affecting the responsibility distribution among rate classes. This impacts OATT Schedules 5 and 6, altering the Domestic class share and reducing the shares of Large Industrial and Large General rate classes in the 3CP metric.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 o Travel time estimates based on the actual location of opt-out customers and 2 organized by meter route; 3 o Forecast workload volumes based on the actual numbers of opt-out 4 customers to date and bi-annual read rates;...

AI summary The document compares actual 2024 costs and projected 2026 costs for opt-out meter service, highlighting a 'doubling effect' in cost-per-read that is explained by fixed and variable cost components not scaling linearly. Per-customer costs remain stable, indicating no actual doubling occurs.

2026-2027 GRA Synapse IR-4 Attachment 1 Page 4 of 24 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) - 4 - following four primary areas relating to Cost of Service Methodology to be addressed during the generic hearing: - 1. Methods of attribu...

AI summary The document outlines four primary areas of Cost of Service Methodology to be addressed during a generic hearing, including cost attribution, cost-relating methods, seasonal cost allocation, and customer class cost allocation. The Company proposed using the Equivalent Peaker method, unbundling transmission costs, modifying the Cost of Service Study presentation, and allocating fuel costs monthly.

2026-2027 General Rate Application (M12451) NSPI Responses to Synapse Information Requests 1 Request IR-6: 2 3 Refer to GRA Appendix 12A, Cost of Service Study Process, section 6.1. 4 5 (a) For each distribution sub-function classified usi...

AI summary The document outlines information requests related to the 2026-2027 General Rate Application (M12451) by NSPI, focusing on the Cost of Service Study (COSS) and the minimum system study for distribution sub-functions. The requests include identifying customer- and demand-related portions of sub-functions, equipment capacities, and data classification methods.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-1: 2 3 Reference: Exhibit N-3, GRA Direct Evidence, Page 13 4 (a) At page 13, NS Power states that securitization could save customers as much as $90 5 million over 2026-2027. Please provide the calculation of...

AI summary The document contains requests and responses related to securitization by NS Power. Request IR-1 asks for the calculation of potential customer savings from securitization, while Request IR-2 inquires about the timeline and feasibility of securitization by January 1, 2026. NS Power refers to MPA IR-7 for detailed calculations and confirms no obstacles to securitization.

o Increased labour and directors' fees due to increased staff complement changes, salary escalations, and the addition of a new independent director ($0.4 million). While included in the GRA forecast is the intention to hire a corporate di...

AI summary The document discusses increased operating costs related to corporate groups, including higher labour and directors' fees, legal software costs, and training expenses. These increases are attributed to staff complement changes, salary escalations, the addition of new roles, and expanded Human Resources and Safety teams.

12. Northwest Territories Public Utilities Board - a. Naka Power (NWT) Ltd. 2025 General Rate Application Revenue requirement, cost-of-capital, depreciation, and cost-of-service. - b. Northwest Territories Power Corporation 2024-26 General...

AI summary The Northwest Territories Public Utilities Board is handling multiple rate applications and related matters from various utility companies, including revenue requirements, cost-of-capital, depreciation, and cost-of-service issues.

ign and Modernized DOS Rate Design Application – Proceeding 26911 – Revenue requirement and cost-of-service. Tel: 403-869-9294 / 725-500-0255 / E-mail: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])

AI summary The document outlines a proceeding related to the ignition and modernized DOS rate design application, focusing on revenue requirement and cost-of-service under Proceeding 26911.

Consequences of a Downgrade - NSPI has a portfolio of more than $3 billion of long-term debt outstanding. However, as mentioned - above, the interest rate on those instruments is fixed, and a downgrade would not change those. New - debt is...

AI summary A downgrade in NSPI's credit rating would significantly increase borrowing costs, potentially leading to higher annual costs for customers. NSPI is forecasting a $250 million bond issue in 2027, and a downgrade could increase the interest rate by at least 2.0%, adding approximately $5 million annually. Refinancing and other obligations could add up to $25 million or more per year, with long-term implications for ratepayers.

NS Power indicates that its COSS framework is "based on established principles of cost causation." See N-9: 2026- 2027 GRA Appendix 12A - Cost of Service Study Process – Redacted p.10. 1 A. Yes. The Company considers primary and secondary...

AI summary NS Power states that its Cost of Service Study (COSS) framework is based on established principles of cost causation. The document also mentions that the company considers both demand- and customer-related components for underground lines.

5 Q. What is the minimum system study? - 6 A. The minimlllll system study is a cost analysis that estimates what the cost of the - 7 distribution system would be if all poles, fixtures, and wires were sized to minirnlllll - 8 specification...

AI summary The minimum system study is a cost analysis that estimates the distribution system cost if all components were sized to minimal specifications. NS Power classifies this cost as customer-related, while the remaining cost is considered demand-related. Concerns include misalignment with customer cost definitions, inflation of customer-related costs, and unsound basis for cost causation.

W per customer, applying the credit to the NCP demands used for determining minimum system - Q. What is the COSS impact of using the basic customer distribution classification? demand allocators. Testimony of the Electric Rate Design Panel...

AI summary The use of the basic customer distribution classification impacts the Cost of Service Study (COSS) output, affecting revenue to cost (R/C) ratios for different customer classes. The domestic R/C ratio increases, while the general demand R/C ratio decreases, indicating higher costs to serve higher-usage classes.

ogies, particularly the use of the minimum system method for classifying distribution system costs, I recognize of the agreed-upon methods for future cases. N-3: Direct Evidence DE-03 – DE-04 p.8-9. that the parties have overcome their own...

AI summary The text discusses the use of the minimum system method for classifying distribution system costs, noting that while parties have settled on current methods, certain COSS methodologies should be revisited in the next GRA. Specific methods, such as NS Power's new approaches to classifying generation and transmission costs, are highlighted as requiring future Board determination.

ons, beneficial financing arrangements in relation to the Battery Energy Storage System and the NS-NB Reliability Intertie, and the proposed securitization of approximately $704 million in rate base. The process Nova Scotia Power undertook...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power submitted a General Rate Application (GRA) that includes updates to studies and outlines work to fulfill Board directives. The GRA was developed through inclusive and transparent processes involving customer representatives and resulted in a consensus application. The company argues that the proposed outcomes are in the public interest and just and reasonable.

iv. Expense Adjustments Finally, the Authority adjusts the CWC to account for the disallowance of certain operating expenses, which results in a lower CWC requirement. [29](#page-35-3) A summary of the CWC impact of the Authority's expense...

AI summary The Authority adjusts the Cost of Service Working Capital (CWC) to account for the disallowance of certain operating expenses, resulting in a lower CWC requirement. A summary of this impact is provided in Table 10.

Expense Category PURA Expense Adjustment ($) CWC Adjustment Factor CWC Adjustment ($) Compensation (301,500) 0.1113 (33,557) Employee Benefits (227,626) 0.1468 (33,415) Income Tax (4,917,242) 0.0640 (314,703) Other O&M (14,971,618) 0.0261...

AI summary Table 10 presents the impact of expense adjustments on the Cost of Service Working Capital (CWC) for various expense categories, including compensation, employee benefits, income tax, and others. The table shows both the PURA expense adjustment and the corresponding CWC adjustment in dollars.

OCC suggests that the Company's original MSS approach was unsound as the basis for determining cost causation and would inflate cost allocations to residential customers. Palmer Prefiled Test., Feb. 13, 2025, p. 9. As an alternative, OCC p...

AI summary OCC criticizes the Company's original MSS approach for inflating residential customer cost allocations and proposes the basic customer method instead. UI defends the MSS approach, citing prior acceptance by the Authority. The Company disputes OCC's recommendation to exclude certain customer classes from demand-related costs and clarifies that AMI infrastructure costs are allocated using the labor allocator.

eters was classified as 100% customer-related, other costs associated with AMI infrastructure were classified using the labor allocator, which has both customer and demand components. Id., pp. 13–14. Although the Authority acknowledges OCC...

AI summary The document discusses the classification of AMI meters as 100% customer-related, acknowledging the OCC's concerns with the MSS approach but finding it acceptable as a proxy for costs unrelated to demand. The Authority supports the Company's classification, consistent with cost causation principles, and notes that primary and secondary distribution infrastructure has both demand- and customer-related components.

CC and the Company that excluding weekends from peak periods is merited and should be incorporated into the analysis. If available, forecast data should be considered in the selection of peak periods. In evaluating the Company's rate desig...

AI summary The Authority is considering the Company's rate design proposal, emphasizing the need to balance load shifting incentives with rate design principles. The Company's method for allocating demand costs based on substation and feeder peaking periods is deemed insufficient and requires modification.

UTILITY RATE PROCEEDINGS IN WHICH TESTIMONY HAS BEEN PRESENTED BY JACOB POUS ALASKA Central Power & Light Company Central Power & Light Company Central Power & Light Company Central Power & Light Company Central Power & Light Company Centr...

AI summary The document lists utility rate proceedings in Alaska involving Central Power & Light Company, detailing various financial and operational aspects such as depreciation, rate base, cost of service, and other related expenses. Other entities mentioned include Sprint, El Paso Electric Company, and the City of Fredericksburg.

consumers remains relatively low. We find some limited evidence for this phenomenon, with more generous returns on equity tending to be approved by regulators during periods of lower wholesale costs. Whatever the underlying causes of the r...

AI summary The analysis finds that higher approved return on equity (RoE) leads to increased capital investment by utilities, potentially resulting in over-investment and higher costs for consumers. A 1 percentage point increase in the RoE gap leads to a 3–4% increase in capital assets, primarily in the distribution grid. This has implications for capital investment incentives and consumer costs.

4.3.2 Excess Consumer Costs Utilities engaging in excess capital investment and earning inflated equity returns has implications for consumer costs. Here we take into account our findings on the scale of the RoE premium utilities may be ea...

AI summary The text discusses the implications of excess capital investment and inflated equity returns by utilities on consumer costs. Using CAPM measures, it estimates excess costs to consumers over the past three decades, ranging from $2.8–9.1 billion per year, with a central estimate of $6.2 billion annually. Adjusting for the RoE gap increases this estimate to $3.1–10.6 billion per year, with over four-fifths of these costs coming from the electricity sector.

G Detail on Excess Consumer Cost Table [G.1](#page-73-1) summarizes our estimates of the excess cost for utility customers. Here we multiply the rate base by the RoE gap to come up with a measure of the additional payments made to cover th...

AI summary The text discusses the calculation of excess consumer costs by multiplying the rate base by the RoE gap, highlighting the difference between 'fixed' and 'adjust' rows. It also mentions the need to remedy missing rate base data for some utilities using an estimated average growth rate.

TESTIMONY Nova Scotia Energy Board (M12451). Direct Testimony of Caroline Palmer regarding Application by Nova Scotia Power Incorporated for Approval of Certain Revisions to its Rates, Charges, and Regulations. On behalf of Counsel to Nova...

AI summary Caroline Palmer provided direct and rebuttal testimony in multiple regulatory proceedings across Nova Scotia, Massachusetts, Michigan, and Missouri. The testimonies focused on cost-of-service studies and rate design, including residential and economic development rate design, as well as data center tariff design and cost allocation.

7.4.1 Background The working capital allowance (WCA) forms part of rate base and is the working capital deemed to be required by a distributor to support its operations.For 2006 rates , the WCA for electricity distributors is calculated as...

AI summary The working capital allowance (WCA) is a component of the rate base, calculated as 15% of the sum of the cost of power and certain distribution expenses (excluding depreciation) for 2006 rates.

1.5.2 Cost Allocation Information The filings will provide the revenue to cost ratio, and rate of return, for each rate classification of a distributor. This information will document the extent of any inherent cross-subsidization between...

AI summary The filings will include the revenue to cost ratio and rate of return for each rate classification of a distributor, documenting any inherent cross-subsidization between rate classifications.

1.5.4 Customer Unit Cost Information The filing model will produce customer unit costs per month for each rate classification. To assist with reviewing the range of current fixed monthly customer service charges, the model will generate re...

AI summary The filing model generates monthly customer unit costs for each rate classification, including lower and upper end estimates. These unit cost data, along with other rate design goals, will be considered before implementing changes to fixed monthly customer service charges.

4.1.1.1 Filing Question For future reference, a distributor is asked to identify in its Filing Summary any major changes to its distribution system that may have occurred since its 2006 EDR test year and which could materially impact its c...

AI summary The distributor is requested to identify significant changes to its distribution system since the 2006 EDR test year that could impact cost allocation results, such as the addition of a new customer with a demand exceeding 5,000 kW without a Large User classification.

10.4.1 Background The working capital allowance forms part of rate base and is the working capital deemed to be required by a distributor to support its operations. For 2006 rates, in most cases the WCA for electricity distributors is 15%...

AI summary The working capital allowance (WCA) is a component of the rate base used by electricity distributors. For 2006 rates, it is typically 15% of the sum of the cost of power and distribution expenses excluding depreciation, though one distributor uses a different Board-approved percentage based on a lead-lag study.

1. Customer-Related Unit Cost – Number of Connections The customer-related costs allocated to the USL classification will be divided by the number of connections to determine the customer-related unit cost.

AI summary This section outlines the calculation of customer-related unit cost by dividing the allocated customer-related costs for the USL classification by the number of connections.

12.2.2.1 Direction – Substation Transformation Ownership Allowance Unit Cost Output The following costs will be included in the new substation transformation ownership allowance unit cost calculation produced by the filing model. - a) Depr...

AI summary The document outlines the costs to be included in calculating the new substation transformation ownership allowance unit cost. These include depreciation, operation, maintenance, and allocated expenses, among others, which will be divided by appropriate kWs, kVa, and/or kWhs for customers using distributor-owned substation transformation assets.

(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) (11) (12) (13) (14) (15) (16) (17) (18) REVENUE TO COST RATIOS STORM COSTS STORM REVENUE NON-FUEL NON-FUEL DISTRIBUTION TRANSMISSION (HV) TRANSMISSION (EHV) GRAND TOTAL GRAND TOTAL COSTS REVENUE(1)...

AI summary The text presents a detailed table showing revenue to cost ratios for various customer classes, including domestic, general, industrial, and municipal, alongside storm costs and revenues. It outlines distribution and transmission costs and revenues, with some entries marked as 'NA' for certain categories.

CLASS : DOMESTIC CLASS : DOMESTIC RATE BASE COSTS (Source Exh 6) (Source Exh. 3) Variable Fixed Costs Unit Cost Fuel Operating Capital Return Total Total Cost Units Sold Demand ($/kW of Class monthly NCP) Energy (cent/kWh) Customer ($/mont...

AI summary This document presents a detailed cost breakdown for a domestic rate proceeding, including generation, transmission/distribution, and retail costs. It lists variable and fixed costs, total costs, unit costs, and energy and demand charges. The data covers multiple cost components and their allocation across different categories.

CLASS : SMALL GENERAL CLASS : SMALL GENERAL RATE BASE COSTS (Source Exh 6) (Source Exh. 3) Variable Fuel Operating Capital Fixed Return Total Total Cost Units Sold Demand Unit Cost Energy Customer Generation (1) Usage (Energy) $51,988 $25,...

AI summary The document presents a detailed breakdown of costs and revenues related to energy generation, transmission, distribution, and retail operations. It includes various cost components such as fuel, operating, capital, and fixed return, along with unit costs and total costs for different segments of the energy system.

CLASS : GENERAL RATE BASE COSTS (Source Exh 6) (Source Exh. 3) Variable Fixed Unit Cost Fuel Operating Capital Return Total Total Cost Units Sold Demand Energy Customer Generation (1) Usage (Energy) $325,478 $157,616 $16,053 $23,257 $11,42...

AI summary The document presents a detailed breakdown of costs associated with energy generation, transmission, distribution, and retail operations. It includes various line items such as fuel, operating, capital, and return costs, along with unit costs and total costs for different segments of the electricity system.

CLASS : LARGE GENERAL CLASS : LARGE GENERAL RATE BASE COSTS (Source Exh 6) (Source Exh. 3) Variable Fixed Unit Cost Fuel Operating Capital Return Total Total Cost Units Sold Demand Energy Customer Generation (1) Usage (Energy) $51,210 $24,...

AI summary The document presents a detailed breakdown of costs associated with energy generation, transmission, distribution, and retail services for a large general class. It includes various cost categories such as fuel, operating, capital, and return, along with unit costs and total expenses for different segments of the energy system.

CLASS : SMALL INDUSTRIAL CLASS : SMALL INDUSTRIAL RATE BASE COSTS (Source Exh 6) (Source Exh. 3) Variable Fuel Operating Capital Fixed Return Total Total Cost Units Sold Demand Unit Cost Energy Customer Generation (1) Usage (Energy) $37,34...

AI summary The text provides a detailed breakdown of costs and rates for the Small Industrial class in Nova Scotia, including generation, transmission/distribution, and retail components, with specific figures on energy usage, demand, and unit costs.

CLASS : MEDIUM INDUSTRIAL CLASS : MEDIUM INDUSTRIAL RATE BASE COSTS (Source Exh 6) (Source Exh. 3) Variable Fuel Operating Capital Fixed Return Total Total Cost Units Sold Demand Unit Cost Energy Customer Generation (1) Usage (Energy) $63,...

AI summary The document presents a detailed breakdown of costs associated with the Medium Industrial class, including generation, transmission/distribution, and retail costs, along with unit costs and total expenses. The data is structured in a table format with various cost categories and subcategories.

CLASS : LARGE INDUSTRIAL CLASS : LARGE INDUSTRIAL RATE BASE COSTS (Source Exh 6) (Source Exh. 3) Variable Fuel Operating Capital Fixed Return Total Total Cost Units Sold Demand Unit Cost Energy Customer Generation (1) Usage (Energy) $98,20...

AI summary The document presents a detailed breakdown of costs and revenues for the Large Industrial class in Nova Scotia, including generation, transmission/distribution, and retail components. It includes figures for energy usage, demand, and unit costs, with a focus on financial metrics such as total costs, revenue requirements, and cost per unit of energy.

CLASS : PHP RATE BASE COSTS (Source Exh 6) (Source Exh. 3) Variable Fixed Unit Cost Fuel Operating Capital Return Total Total Cost Units Sold Demand Energy Customer Generation (1) Usage (Energy) $112,866 $54,977 $5,463 $8,065 $3,962 $17,49...

AI summary This table outlines the rate base, costs, and unit costs for various components of the energy system, including generation, transmission, distribution, and retail activities. It provides detailed breakdowns of variable and fixed costs, total costs, and unit costs for different categories such as energy and demand.

CLASS : UNMETERED CLASS : UNMETERED RATE BASE COSTS (Source Exh 6) Variable Fixed Unit Cost Fuel Operating Capital Return Total Total Cost Units Sold Demand Energy Customer Generation (1) Usage (Energy) $11,324 $5,518 $548 $809 $397 $1,755...

AI summary The document presents a detailed breakdown of costs for the 'UNMETERED' class, including generation, transmission/distribution, and retail costs. It includes various cost categories such as fuel, operating, capital, return, and total costs, along with unit costs and quantities sold. The data is organized in a tabular format with multiple rows and columns representing different cost components.

FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2026 (1) TOTAL (2) PROD. (3) TRANS. (4) DIST. (5) RETAIL (6) DIRECT (7) (24) CORP. SECRETARY (25) LEGAL SERVICES 0 1,882 11,405 3,161 11,405.2 5,043.0 - 0.373 8,005 3,744 1,753 368 1,062 853 585 78 11,405.2...

AI summary The document presents a detailed breakdown of various departments and their associated costs for the year ending December 31, 2026. It includes figures related to corporate secretary, legal services, external relations, regulatory affairs, finance, procurement, IT, human resources, and generation services.

NOVA SCOTIA POWER INC. ALLOCATION OF OPERATING EXPENSES (1) TOTAL (2) (3) SMALL (4) (5) GENERAL (6) SMALL (7) MEDIUM (8) LARGE (9) (10) (11) (53) Average Monthly Cost per Customer 31.34 30.2519 33.28 59.92 1,638.88 56.74 136.80 1,541.04 11...

AI summary The document presents a table detailing the average monthly cost per customer for Nova Scotia Power Inc., with various categories and subcategories, including small, medium, and large customers, and different cost figures associated with each.

FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2027 CLASS : DOMESTIC RATE BASE COSTS (Source Exh 6) (Source Exh. 3) Variable Fixed Costs Unit Cost Fuel Operating Capital Return Total Total Cost Units Sold Demand ($/kW of Class monthly NCP) Energy (cent/...

AI summary The document presents a detailed breakdown of costs and revenues for a utility company in Nova Scotia for the year ending December 31, 2027, including generation, transmission/distribution, and retail costs. It outlines various cost components such as fuel, operating, capital, return, and total costs, along with unit costs and sales figures.

CLASS : MUNICIPAL RATE BASE COSTS (Source Exh 6) (Source Exh. 3) Variable Fuel Operating Capital Fixed Return Total Total Cost Units Sold Demand Unit Cost Energy Customer Generation (1) Usage (Energy) $17,957 $7,830 $879 $1,358 $623 $2,860...

AI summary The document presents a detailed breakdown of costs and rate base components for a municipal utility, including generation, transmission/distribution, and retail segments. It includes figures for fuel, operating, capital, and fixed return costs, along with unit costs and total expenses. This data is likely used for regulatory proceedings related to rate setting and cost recovery.

CLASS : TOTAL COMPANY CLASS : TOTAL COMPANY RATE BASE COSTS (Source Exh 6) Variable Fixed Unit Cost Fuel Operating Capital Return Total Total Cost Units Sold Demand Energy Customer Generation (1) Usage (Energy) $1,477,050 $647,009.856 $73,...

AI summary The document presents a detailed breakdown of costs and revenue for the 'Total Company' in a Nova Scotia regulatory proceeding, including generation, transmission/distribution, and retail costs, along with unit costs and total revenue. It highlights various cost components, such as fuel, operating, capital, and return costs, as well as total costs and units sold.

(IN THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS) (350) 2023 COSS (351) UNIT METER COSTS (352) Residential 129.17 113.00 (353) Small General 146.15 111.72 (354) General 565.62 392.00 (355) Large General 1,811.88 692.00 (356) Small Industrial 589.45 196.84 (357) M...

AI summary The document presents a table with unit meter costs and direct FAM-related expenses for various customer categories and energy sources in 2023. It includes costs for residential, industrial, and municipal customers, as well as fuel and purchase expenses, including biomass, wind, and imports.

FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2027 (IN THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS) Calendar Month of System Peak 1 January February March April May June July August September October November December Total (28) LINE LOSSES - UNMETERED 570 546 554 511 527 50...

AI summary The document presents line losses for the year ending December 31, 2027, with data provided for each calendar month. The total line losses for the year are reported as 6,268,000 dollars.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Undertaking U-9: 2 3 To advise the cost of preparation of the Cost-of-Service Study and the Line Loss Study. 4 5 Response U-9: 6 7 Subject to adjustments following the close of the 2025 fiscal year, the cost of the 2026-...

AI summary The response to Undertaking U-9 outlines the cost of preparing the Cost-of-Service Study and Line Loss Study as part of the 2026-2027 GRA, estimating $1,332,440 by the end of December 2025, with adjustments expected after the 2025 fiscal year.

$647,242.40 1. Transmission cable, substations and related transformers to be removed by others in preparation for general demolition. 2. HST is additional to stated estimated costs.

AI summary The text outlines costs associated with transmission infrastructure removal and notes that HST is additional to the stated estimated costs.

28 1 3.9 Amendments Arising from GRA IR Process 2 3 In CA IR-1, IG IR-1, and Renewall IR-7, NS Power advised that it would address specific items 4 as part of the GRA compliance filing. 5 6 CA IR-1 contained the following response from NS...

AI summary The document discusses amendments to the interruptible credit for PHP, resulting in a reduction of annual credits by approximately $0.9 million in 2026 and $0.8 million in 2027. The correction of the power factor from 1.02 to 10.6 in 2027 partially offsets this reduction by $0.2 million, leading to a net reduction of $0.6 million in 2027. These changes will slightly affect the costs of service for other rate classes once redistributed in the COSS.

Nova Scotia Power Inc. Electric Revenue Details Years Ended December 31st FOR-05 Unsmoothed 2026-2027 Financial Outlook 1 (1) -2 -3 -4 -5 -6 -7 -8 -9 -10 -11 Compliance Rates 2026 Compliance Rates 2026 Compliance Embedded Embedded 1 2 2023...

AI summary The document presents Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s electric revenue details for the years ended December 31st, including compliance rates and financial outlook for 2026-2027. It outlines revenue by customer segment and includes various cost and rate categories.

$55.00\ $57.00\ \ standard charge plus all other costs incurred by the Company in connecting or reconnecting service 2026 2027

AI summary The text provides a pricing structure for connection or reconnection services, with rates listed for 2026 and 2027, including a standard charge and additional costs incurred by the company.

$55.00\ $57.00\ \ standard charge plus all other costs incurred by the Company in connecting or reconnecting service 2026 2027 (e) Disconnection-Seasonal Electric Service

AI summary The text outlines connection and reconnection service charges, with a standard charge of $55.00 in 2026 and $57.00 in 2027, and mentions disconnection procedures for seasonal electric service.

3.2.5 Light Starter Oil - LFO (Light Fuel Oil) Commodity Consumed - Transportation Cost - Quality Testing and Inventory Measurement Costs - GHG Emission Compliance Program costs Costs of this type are normally recorded in the following acc...

AI summary This section outlines the costs associated with Light Fuel Oil (LFO) consumption, including transportation, quality testing, inventory measurement, and GHG emission compliance. These costs are recorded in NS Power's Chart of Accounts under account 502550.

(a) Operating, Maintenance, and Capital (full charge) Rate Code Watts kWh per per month ($) month 2023 2024 Other 140 400 150 33.42 33.48 141 1,000 360 72.77 72.90 142 250 100 25.12 25.15 143 150 67 19.32 19.34 kWh per per month ($) Rate C...

AI summary The document presents rate codes and corresponding charges for electricity usage in Nova Scotia, detailing costs per kilowatt-hour for different wattage tiers across various years. This information is relevant to rate design and cost-to-customer considerations.

Maintenance Charge (if applicable) Cost of normal fixture maintenance and bulb replacement on the basis of current cost levels shall be used to calculate the monthly maintenance charge. This portion of the rate does not include any provisi...

AI summary The monthly maintenance charge is calculated based on the current cost of normal fixture maintenance and bulb replacement. It does not cover globe washing or cleaning, and vandalism-related repairs are the customer's responsibility.

11.3 Real Power Losses Distribution System Real Power Losses associated with Distribution System Access are incorporated in the Distribution Tariff rates applicable to each RtR Customer's rate class. The RtR Customer is responsible for the...

AI summary Real power losses in the distribution system are factored into the distribution tariff rates for each RtR customer's rate class, with the customer responsible for the associated costs.

4,435 (22) (23) DISTRIBUTION FUNCTION (24) DISTRIBUTION PLANT - Non Streetlight 889,606 608,127 33,734 175,236 10,761 19,612 21,887 9,401 0 2,558 8,289 EXH. 3A (25) DISTRIBUTION PLANT - Streetlight 35,211 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 35,211 EXH. 3A (...

AI summary The text presents financial and operational data related to distribution plant costs, including non-streetlight and streetlight distribution plant figures, as well as general property plant and working capital charges. It includes various line items and exhibits referenced for detailed breakdowns.

- - - - 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% (14) CORPORATE CONTROLLER 3,433 2,555 246 577 55 0.6% 0.2% 0.2% 0.1% (15) CORP. PERFORMANCE & BACK OFFICE - - - - - 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% (16) (17) TOTAL FINANCE 7,161 5,000 640 1,416 106 1.2% 0.5% 0.4% 0.2% (18)...

AI summary The text presents a table of financial figures, including various departments and their associated costs, with percentages and totals provided for different categories. The data reflects corporate and divisional expenses, including procurement, information technology, human resources, and other expenses, with a focus on cost distribution and percentages.

RATE CLASS DISAGGREGATION ANALYSIS BY FUNCTIONAL AREAS FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2026 CLASS : DOMESTIC RATE BASE COSTS (Source Exh 6) (Source Exh. 3) Variable Fixed Costs Unit Cost Demand ($/kW of Class monthly Energy Customer Fuel...

AI summary The document provides a rate class disaggregation analysis for the domestic rate class, breaking down costs into generation, reliability, and total generation for the year ending December 31, 2026. It includes details on rate base, variable and fixed costs, and unit costs for energy and demand.

RATE CLASS DISAGGREGATION ANALYSIS FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2026 CLASS : SMALL GENERAL RATE BASE COSTS (Source Exh 6) (Source Exh. 3) Variable Fixed Unit Cost Fuel Operating Capital Return Total Total Cost Units Sold Demand Energy...

AI summary The document presents a rate class disaggregation analysis for the Small General rate class for the year ending December 31, 2026. It includes details on rate base, variable and fixed costs, and unit costs for generation, reliability, and total generation, along with energy and demand metrics.

uirement 382,310 (6) kW 3 CP 222,264 (7) kW 12 NCP 748,952 (8) Unit Cost (cents/kW.h) 8.661 1.351 1.998 0.841 4.190 12.851 Transmission/Distribution (9) Delivery Trans.(Eng) - HV 0 0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 353,434 0.000 (10) Delivery Trans.(Eng) -...

AI summary The text presents a detailed breakdown of costs related to transmission and distribution, including line items for high voltage (HV) and extra high voltage (EHV) transmission, demand-related delivery, and customer delivery costs. It outlines specific figures for different categories and includes unit costs and totals.

ist. (Customer) 39,613 0 2,458 3,632 1,393 7,482 7,482 329,312 $22.721 (16) Total Distribution 79,659 0 3,156 7,501 2,801 13,458 13,458 $7.978 - $22.721 (17) Total Transmission/Distribution $110,933 $0 $4,340 $9,691 $3,900 $17,931 $17,931...

AI summary The text presents a table with various financial and operational metrics, including customer counts, costs, and revenue figures. It includes rows for distribution, transmission, and customer-related costs, as well as unit costs and marketing expenses. The data appears to be part of a regulatory proceeding related to utility operations and financial reporting.

RATE CLASS DISAGGREGATION ANALYSIS FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2026 CLASS : GENERAL RATE BASE COSTS (Source Exh 6) (Source Exh. 3) Variable Fixed Unit Cost Fuel Operating Capital Return Total Total Cost Units Sold Demand Energy Custom...

AI summary This document presents a rate class disaggregation analysis for the year ending December 31, 2026, covering general rate classes, including breakdowns of rate base, variable and fixed costs, and unit costs for energy and demand. It includes data on generation, reliability, and total generation costs.

RATE CLASS DISAGGREGATION ANALYSIS FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2026 CLASS : LARGE GENERAL RATE BASE COSTS (Source Exh 6) (Source Exh. 3) Variable Fixed Unit Cost Fuel Operating Capital Return Total Total Cost Units Sold Demand Energy...

AI summary The document presents a rate class disaggregation analysis for the Large General class as of December 31, 2026, detailing rate base, costs, and unit costs for generation, including energy and demand components.

. (Customer) 54 0 2 5 2 9 9 240 $36.218 (16) Total Distribution 12,908 0 366 1,241 454 2,061 2,061 $3.212 - $36.218 (17) Total Transmission/Distribution $32,253 $0 $1,092 $2,596 $1,134 $4,822 $4,822 $7.534 - $36.218 (18) kW.h Sold 358,568...

AI summary The text presents a series of financial figures and costs related to distribution, transmission, and customer-related activities, including total distribution, transmission/distribution costs, unit costs, and marketing expenses. These figures are likely part of a regulatory proceeding analyzing cost structures and financial performance.

RATE CLASS DISAGGREGATION ANALYSIS FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2026 CLASS : SMALL INDUSTRIAL RATE BASE COSTS (Source Exh 6) (Source Exh. 3) Variable Fixed Unit Cost Fuel Operating Capital Return Total Total Cost Units Sold Demand Ener...

AI summary This document provides a rate class disaggregation analysis for the Small Industrial class for the year ending December 31, 2026. It details the rate base, variable and fixed costs, and unit costs associated with generation, including energy and reliability components.

uirement 274,652 (6) kW 3 CP 123,550 (7) kW 12 NCP 488,281 (8) Unit Cost (cents/kW.h) 8.320 1.199 1.775 0.764 3.738 12.058 Transmission/Distribution (9) Delivery Trans.(Eng) - HV 0 0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 255,142 0.000 (10) Delivery Trans.(Eng) -...

AI summary The text provides a detailed breakdown of costs related to transmission and distribution, including line items such as delivery, demand, and customer-related expenses. It includes figures for various voltage levels (HV, EHV) and associated costs in cents per kW.h and dollar amounts.

RATE CLASS DISAGGREGATION ANALYSIS FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2026 CLASS : LARGE INDUSTRIAL RATE BASE COSTS (Source Exh 6) (Source Exh. 3) Variable Fixed Unit Cost Fuel Operating Capital Return Total Total Cost Units Sold Demand Ener...

AI summary The document presents a rate class disaggregation analysis for the Large Industrial class as of December 31, 2026, breaking down rate base, variable and fixed costs, and unit costs across energy and demand categories.

nt 722,194 (6) kW 3 CP 246,525 (7) kW 12 NCP 1,151,424 (8) Unit Cost (cents/kW.h) 7.713 1.020 -0.063 0.676 1.634 9.346 Transmission/Distribution (9) Delivery Trans.(Eng) - HV 0 0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 697,603 0.000 (10) Delivery Trans.(Eng) - EHV...

AI summary The text provides numerical data related to energy costs and transmission/distribution expenses, including kW values and unit costs in cents per kW.h. It includes line items for transmission and distribution costs, with specific figures for different voltage levels and demand categories.

. (Customer) 95 0 3 9 3 15 15 434 $34.864 (16) Total Distribution 11,313 0 304 1,089 398 1,790 1,789.93 $1.541 - $34.864 (17) Total Transmission/Distribution $46,001 $0 $1,606 $3,517 $1,617 $6,740 $6,740 $5.840 - $34.864 (18) kW.h Sold 697...

AI summary The text presents a table with financial and operational data related to distribution, transmission, and customer activities, including costs, quantities, and revenue figures. It includes entries such as kW.h sold, unit costs, customer-related expenses, and marketing costs.

RATE CLASS DISAGGREGATION ANALYSIS FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2026 CLASS : PHP RATE BASE COSTS (Source Exh 6) (Source Exh. 3) Variable Fixed Unit Cost Fuel Operating Capital Return Total Total Cost Units Sold Demand Energy Customer G...

AI summary This document presents a rate class disaggregation analysis for the PHP class as of December 31, 2026. It includes details on rate base, variable and fixed costs, unit costs, and energy and demand metrics, providing a breakdown of generation-related financial and operational data.

RATE CLASS DISAGGREGATION ANALYSIS FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2026 CLASS : UNMETERED RATE BASE COSTS (Source Exh 6) Variable Fixed Unit Cost Fuel Operating Capital Return Total Total Cost Units Sold Demand Energy Customer Generation...

AI summary The document presents a rate class disaggregation analysis for the year ending December 31, 2026, focusing on the 'Unmetered' rate class. It details variable and fixed costs, including fuel, operating, capital, and return costs, along with unit costs and energy requirements for generation, transmission, and distribution.

RATE CLASS DISAGGREGATION ANALYSIS FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2026 CLASS : TOTAL COMPANY RATE BASE COSTS (Source Exh 6) Variable Fixed Unit Cost Fuel Operating Capital Return Total Total Cost Units Sold Demand Energy Customer Generat...

AI summary The document presents a rate class disaggregation analysis for the year ending December 31, 2026, detailing the rate base, costs, and unit costs for different classes within the total company. It includes breakdowns of variable and fixed costs, as well as energy and demand metrics.

325 0 95 1,243 P-1 (39) UNDERGROUND LINES 814 683 38 58 4 7 6 3 0 1 13 P-1 (40) LINE TRANSFORMERS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 D-1 (41) METERS 11,487 8,715 1,016 949 33 145 59 51 42 1 477 P-6 (42) COMMUNICATIONS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 D-2A (43) ST...

AI summary The text presents a table of distribution costs categorized by items such as underground lines, line transformers, meters, and street lighting, with associated figures for different years and categories. It also references a redacted 2026-2027 GRA Compliance Filing.

(3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) (11) (12) (13) (14) (15) (16) (17) (18) REVENUE TO COST RATIOS STORM COSTS STORM REVENUE

AI summary The text presents tables related to revenue to cost ratios, storm costs, and storm revenue, likely providing financial data analysis for a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia.

TO COST RATIOS STORM COSTS STORM REVENUE

AI summary The text presents three financial categories: 'TO COST RATIOS', 'STORM COSTS', and 'STORM REVENUE', which likely relate to cost analysis, storm-related expenses, and revenue generated from storm-related activities or events.

4) % RESPONSIBILITY 100.00% 81.47% 5.48% 6.40% 0.45% 0.86% 0.65% 0.68% 0.59% 0.05% 3.36% C-3 (15) CUSTOMER SECONDARY 539,613 488,926 27,443 11,240 0 2,102 0 0 0 0 9,903 (16) % RESPONSIBILITY 100.00% 90.61% 5.09% 2.08% 0.00% 0.39% 0.00% 0.0...

AI summary The text presents a series of tables with percentages of responsibility and numerical data related to customer bills and revenue collected, with some entries marked as confidential. These tables appear to be part of a regulatory proceeding involving financial and operational metrics.

911 1,021 801 $368,345 350,449 386,240 (54) DIST.PLT.- SERVICES $56,181 $0 139 160 119 $56,042 54,819 57,265 (55) DIST.PLT.- METERS $70,426 $0 176 208 143 $70,250 71,444 69,056 (56) DIST.PLT.- STREET LIGHTING $35,211 87 101 73 $35,124 34,8...

AI summary The text presents a table with financial figures related to distribution and transmission services, including amounts for various categories such as services, meters, and street lighting, along with actuals and percentages for 2024.

1,825,306.19 1,825,306.19 1,825,306.19 $37,511 (352) (0.000) #REF! #REF! (353) EXPORT SALES - (354) FX Interest (355) (356) FX COST REVENUE OF BTL RATE CLASSES Var (357) SHORE POWER PROD 19.116 19.116 0.000 (358) SHORE POWER TRANS - - 0.00...

AI summary The text presents a financial table with various line items, including shore power, generation replacement, and ELIADC, with associated costs and revenues across different categories such as production, transmission, distribution, and retail. Some entries show variances and include numerical values, while others are marked as zero or not applicable.

RATE CLASS DISAGGREGATION ANALYSIS BY FUNCTIONAL AREAS FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2027 CLASS : DOMESTIC RATE BASE COSTS (Source Exh 6) (Source Exh. 3) Variable Fixed Costs Unit Cost Demand ($/kW of Class monthly Energy Customer Fuel...

AI summary This document presents a rate class disaggregation analysis for the domestic rate class as of December 31, 2027, detailing the rate base, variable and fixed costs, and unit costs across energy and demand categories.

RATE CLASS DISAGGREGATION ANALYSIS FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2027 CLASS : SMALL GENERAL RATE BASE COSTS (Source Exh 6) (Source Exh. 3) Variable Fixed Unit Cost Fuel Operating Capital Return Total Total Cost Units Sold Demand Energy...

AI summary This document provides a rate class disaggregation analysis for the Small General rate class as of December 31, 2027. It includes details on rate base, costs, and unit costs, with breakdowns of variable and fixed costs, as well as energy and demand-related metrics.

RATE CLASS DISAGGREGATION ANALYSIS FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2027 CLASS : GENERAL RATE BASE COSTS (Source Exh 6) (Source Exh. 3) Variable Fixed Unit Cost Fuel Operating Capital Return Total Total Cost Units Sold Demand Energy Custom...

AI summary This document presents a rate class disaggregation analysis for the year ending December 31, 2027, focusing on the General rate class. It details various costs, including fuel, operating, capital, return, and total costs, along with units sold, demand, and energy metrics for generation, reliability, and total generation.

RATE CLASS DISAGGREGATION ANALYSIS FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2027 CLASS : LARGE GENERAL RATE BASE COSTS (Source Exh 6) (Source Exh. 3) Variable Fixed Unit Cost Fuel Operating Capital Return Total Total Cost Units Sold Demand Energy...

AI summary This document presents a rate class disaggregation analysis for the Large General rate class as of December 31, 2027, detailing various costs and units sold related to generation, including energy and demand components.

y Requirement 374,976 (6) kW 3 CP 136,936 (7) kW 12 NCP 637,230 (8) Unit Cost (cents/kW.h) 7.651 1.113 1.738 0.714 3.565 11.216 Transmission/Distribution (9) Delivery Trans.(Eng) - HV 0 0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 357,053 0.000 (10) Delivery Trans.(E...

AI summary The text provides a breakdown of costs related to transmission and distribution, including line items such as delivery for transmission and distribution, with associated figures in dollars and cents per kilowatt-hour. It lists various components like demand, customer delivery, and total transmission costs.

RATE CLASS DISAGGREGATION ANALYSIS FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2027 CLASS : SMALL INDUSTRIAL RATE BASE COSTS (Source Exh 6) (Source Exh. 3) Variable Fixed Unit Cost Fuel Operating Capital Return Total Total Cost Units Sold Demand Ener...

AI summary The document presents a rate class disaggregation analysis for the Small Industrial class as of December 31, 2027, detailing rate base, variable and fixed costs, and unit costs associated with generation, reliability, and total generation costs.

RATE CLASS DISAGGREGATION ANALYSIS FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2027 CLASS : MEDIUM INDUSTRIAL RATE BASE COSTS (Source Exh 6) (Source Exh. 3) Variable Fixed Unit Cost Fuel Operating Capital Return Total Total Cost Units Sold Demand Ene...

AI summary This document provides a rate class disaggregation analysis for the Medium Industrial class as of December 31, 2027, detailing rate base, costs, and unit costs associated with generation, including energy and reliability components.

RATE CLASS DISAGGREGATION ANALYSIS FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2027 CLASS : LARGE INDUSTRIAL RATE BASE COSTS (Source Exh 6) (Source Exh. 3) Variable Fixed Unit Cost Fuel Operating Capital Return Total Total Cost Units Sold Demand Ener...

AI summary The document presents a rate class disaggregation analysis for the Large Industrial class as of December 31, 2027, detailing rate base, costs, and unit costs associated with generation, including energy and demand components.

st. (Customer) 94 0 3 9 3 15 15 431 $34.823 (16) Total Distribution 11,664 0 305 1,146 405 1,857 1,856.65 $1.604 - $34.823 (17) Total Transmission/Distribution $53,762 $0 $1,550 $4,165 $1,869 $7,584 $7,584 $6.593 - $34.823 (18) kW.h Sold 6...

AI summary The text presents a table of financial data related to distribution, transmission, and customer costs, including figures for various line items such as customer charges, marketing expenses, and unit costs per kilowatt-hour. The data includes totals and breakdowns for different categories and years.

RATE CLASS DISAGGREGATION ANALYSIS FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2027 CLASS : PHP RATE BASE COSTS (Source Exh 6) (Source Exh. 3) Variable Fixed Unit Cost Fuel Operating Capital Return Total Total Cost Units Sold Demand Energy Customer G...

AI summary This document presents a rate class disaggregation analysis for the PHP rate class ending December 31, 2027. It details the rate base, variable and fixed costs, unit costs, and energy and demand metrics for generation, including MWh sales, energy requirements, and kW demand.

t. (Customer) 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 12 $36.538 (16) Total Distribution 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 $0.000 - $36.538 (17) Total Transmission/Distribution $34,860 $0 $1,031 $2,500 $1,212 $4,743 $4,743 $2.150 - $36.538 (18) kW.h Sold 0 304,283 304,283 304,283 304,...

AI summary The text presents a detailed breakdown of financial data related to distribution, transmission, and customer accounts, including costs, revenues, and other financial metrics. The data includes figures for kW.h sold, unit costs, and various customer-related charges and credits.

RATE CLASS DISAGGREGATION ANALYSIS FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2027 CLASS : MUNICIPAL RATE BASE COSTS (Source Exh 6) (Source Exh. 3) Variable Fixed Unit Cost Fuel Operating Capital Return Total Total Cost Units Sold Demand Energy Cust...

AI summary This document provides a rate class disaggregation analysis for the municipal class as of December 31, 2027, detailing rate base, costs, and unit costs associated with energy and demand. It includes breakdowns of variable and fixed costs, as well as units sold and demand metrics.

RATE CLASS DISAGGREGATION ANALYSIS FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2027 CLASS : UNMETERED RATE BASE COSTS (Source Exh 6) Variable Fixed Unit Cost Fuel Operating Capital Return Total Total Cost Units Sold Demand Energy Customer Generation...

AI summary This document provides a rate class disaggregation analysis for the year ending December 31, 2027, focusing on the 'Unmetered' rate class. It includes details on variable and fixed costs, unit costs, and energy and demand metrics for generation, transmission, and distribution.

RATE CLASS DISAGGREGATION ANALYSIS FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2027 CLASS : TOTAL COMPANY RATE BASE COSTS (Source Exh 6) Variable Fixed Unit Cost Fuel Operating Capital Return Total Total Cost Units Sold Demand Energy Customer Generat...

AI summary This document provides a rate class disaggregation analysis for the year ending December 31, 2027, detailing the rate base, costs, and unit costs for different classes within the total company. It includes data on generation, reliability, and total generation costs, as well as MWh sales and energy requirements.

22,698,943 (8) Unit Cost (cents/kW.h) 8.733 1.460 2.085 0.889 4.434 13.167 Transmission/Distribution (9) Delivery Trans.(Eng) - HV 0 0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 9,923,466 0.000 (10) Delivery Trans.(Eng) - EHV 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 9,923,466 0.000 (11) Delive...

AI summary The document presents a detailed breakdown of transmission and distribution costs, including various line items such as delivery costs for high voltage and extra high voltage systems, along with associated unit costs and totals. These figures are presented in a tabular format with specific monetary values and rates.

73 0 14 1 0 0 0 33 P-12 (38) DISTRIBUTION - Line Transformers 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 P-12 (39) DISTRIBUTION -Services 3,398 3,034 174 115 0 22 2 0 0 0 51 P-12 (40) DISTRIBUTION -Meters 8,124 7,254 416 274 1 53 4 1 0 0 122 P-12 (41) GENERAL...

AI summary The document presents a detailed breakdown of distribution and retail function costs, including line transformers, services, meters, and general property, with figures provided for various categories and periods. The data includes totals and subtotals across multiple line items.

COMPANY DOMESTIC GENERAL GENERAL LARGE INDUSTRIAL INDUSTRIAL INDUSTRIAL ELI 2P-RTP MUNICIPAL UNMETERED FACTOR (1) TOT. EXP. -CUST. (DIST.) $136,752 $122,634 $7,018 $4,037 $7 $766 $58 $12 $0 $2 $2,217 (2) % RESPONSIBILITY 100.00% 89.68% 5.1...

AI summary This document presents a table with various expense categories and their distribution across different customer types, including percentages of responsibility and associated monetary values. It includes rows for total expenses, customer solutions, meter data services, and cash allocations, with references to different factors and order numbers.

NS ALLOCATOR - MEDIUM INDUST. 2.9% 3.00% (312) CUSTOMER SOLUTIONS ALLOCATOR - LARGE INDUST. 4.6% 2.00% (313) CUSTOMER SOLUTIONS ALLOCATOR - PHP 0.0% 0.00% (314) CUSTOMER SOLUTIONS ALLOCATOR - MUNICIPAL 0.3% 2.00% (315) CUSTOMER SOLUTIONS A...

AI summary The text presents allocation percentages and unit meter costs for various customer segments and services, including residential, small general, and general categories, as part of a cost-of-service study (COSS) for the year 2023.

Cost Amount Unit Cost (cents per kWh) before BUTU Capacity BUTU Capacity Credit Demand- Energy- Total Fuel-related costs (CA IR-001) Variance % Var 13 Relative Shares Relative Shares of

AI summary The text presents a table with columns for cost amounts, unit costs, and various categories such as 'before BUTU Capacity' and 'BUTU Capacity Credit.' It also includes terms like 'Demand-costs (CA IR-001)' and 'Variance' with a percentage column. The table appears to be related to cost analysis and financial reporting.

Cost Amount Unit Cost (cents per kWh) before BUTU Capacity BUTU Capacity Credit Demand- Energy- Total Fuel-related costs (CA IR-001) Variance % Var 13 Relative Shares of Relative Shares of

AI summary The text presents a table with cost data, including unit costs per kWh, before BUTU Capacity and BUTU Capacity Credit, as well as demand and energy costs. It also references a variance and percentage variance, possibly related to cost analysis or regulatory proceedings.

Compliance Rates 2026 Compliance Rates 2026 Compliance Embedded Embedded (1) 1 2023 Cost Rates FAM DSM SCRR Total Cost Rates FAM DSM SCRR Total 2 3 Residential $865.2 $1,055.5 $8.1 $33.0 $0.0 $1,096.6 $1,104.9 $8.1 $32.8 $0.0 $1,145.7 4 5...

AI summary The text provides compliance rates for 2026, detailing cost rates, FAM, DSM, SCRR, and total figures for residential, general, and industrial categories. The data includes specific monetary values and percentages for different segments, indicating variations in compliance across sectors.

d, with FFO to debt consistently below 10%, or We lowered our rating on parent Emera." It is perhaps worth emphasizing the term "consistently below 10%", in the quote above. [Exhibit N-36, pp. 12-13] [297] Morrison Park explained the conse...

AI summary The text discusses the potential financial implications of a credit rating downgrade for NS Power, including higher interest costs on bond issuances and financing for key projects. A downgrade could lead to increased costs for ratepayers, with estimates of up to $5 million annually and significant increases in financing costs for projects such as the Battery Energy Storage Project and the Wasoqonatl Transmission project.

- Finally, the MEUs would also like to take the opportunity provided by the closing submissions to reiterate their support for NS Power's efforts to securitize approximately $700 million of assets in the Decarbonization Deferral Account ("...

AI summary Multiple stakeholders, including the MEUs, Small Business Advocate, Consumer Advocate, and PHP, support the securitization of approximately $700 million in thermal assets held in the DDA. They argue that securitization will reduce costs for ratepayers and significantly lower the revenue requirement for NS Power. The GRA and Settlement Agreement highlight securitization as a critical component for achieving cost savings.

d its consultants, appended as Appendix 12A(3) , jurisdictional scans, appended as Appendix 12A(4) , and memorandums, appended as Appendix 12A(5) . [Emphasis in original] [Exhibit N-9, p. 7] [577] Exhibit N-9 also included information abou...

AI summary The document references appendices and exhibits related to a cost-of-service study conducted by NS Power, including jurisdictional scans, memorandums, and a formal report from Elenchus, the study's consultant.

[582] Carolyn Palmer, Synapse Energy Economics, was engaged by Board counsel to review NS Power's cost-of-service study. In her evidence, Ms. Palmer expressed concern about the way that portions of NS Power's distribution system were class...

AI summary Carolyn Palmer from Synapse Energy Economics reviewed NS Power's cost-of-service study and raised concerns about the classification of parts of the distribution system as customer related. She also had concerns about other proposed changes to NS Power's methodologies but did not provide specific evidence due to the settlement agreement.

Maintenance Charge (if applicable) Cost of normal fixture maintenance and bulb replacement on the basis of current cost levels shall be used to calculate the monthly maintenance charge. This portion of the rate does not include any provisi...

AI summary The maintenance charge covers the cost of normal fixture maintenance and bulb replacement based on current costs, excluding globe washing or cleaning. Vandalism-related repairs are the customer's responsibility.

Costs of this type are normally recorded in the following accounts in NS Power's Chart of Accounts: 502400 REG FUEL BUNKER C CONSUMED 502460 REG FUEL BUNKER C CONSUMED COMMODITY DERIVATIVES 502450 REG FUEL BUNKER C CONSUMED FX 504100 REG G...

AI summary The text outlines the accounts in NS Power's Chart of Accounts where specific fuel costs are recorded, with a focus on diesel oil. It lists account numbers and descriptions related to fuel consumption and derivatives.

22 A. Proposed Rates and the Cost of Service Study 23 24 As already noted, the average rate increase for all rate classes as a result of the GRA is 2.1% in 25 each of the two, test years. Objectively, these are modest increases at a level...

AI summary The proposed rate increases from the GRA are 2.1% on average, but not evenly distributed. Some rate classes, such as Domestic/Residential and Small General Business, will see higher increases than the average.

d, with FFO to debt consistently below 10%, or We lowered our rating on parent Emera." It is perhaps worth emphasizing the term "consistently below 10%", in the quote above. [Exhibit N-36, pp. 12-13] [297] Morrison Park explained the conse...

AI summary A downgrade in NS Power's credit rating could lead to higher borrowing costs, increasing annual costs for ratepayers by up to $25 million or more. This includes higher interest rates on bond issuances, refinancing of maturing debt, and increased costs for renewable and reliability projects.

- Finally, the MEUs would also like to take the opportunity provided by the closing submissions to reiterate their support for NS Power's efforts to securitize approximately $700 million of assets in the Decarbonization Deferral Account ("...

AI summary Multiple stakeholders, including MEUs, the Small Business Advocate, the Consumer Advocate, and the Industrial Group, support the securitization of approximately $700 million in thermal assets held in the Decarbonization Deferral Account (DDA) as part of the General Rate Application (GRA). This approach is expected to yield significant cost savings for ratepayers, with estimates of $85 million over 2026–2027.

d its consultants, appended as Appendix 12A(3) , jurisdictional scans, appended as Appendix 12A(4) , and memorandums, appended as Appendix 12A(5) . [Emphasis in original] [Exhibit N-9, p. 7] [577] Exhibit N-9 also included information abou...

AI summary The document references Exhibit N-9, which includes information about cost-of-service models, responses to information requests, presentations, jurisdictional scans, memos, and a formal report from NS Power's cost-of-service study consultant, Elenchus.

3.9.2 Residential and Small General Customer Charges [649] In its last general rate application, NS Power proposed to increase customer charges for the domestic service and small general customer classes to align those charges with costs u...

AI summary NS Power proposed increasing customer charges for residential and small general customers to align with cost-of-service study findings. Other parties raised concerns, leading to a settlement where charges were set at 75% of the proposed amounts. In the current proceeding, NS Power seeks to increase these charges in line with smoothed non-fuel cost revenue increases.

[650] In its response to NSEB IR-133, NS Power also calculated the customer charges that would result from a direct use of customer costs under its cost-of-service study. The results, which are reproduced below, also showed the offsetting...

AI summary NS Power calculated customer charges resulting from the direct use of customer costs in its cost-of-service study, showing the impact on proposed energy rates to maintain cost recovery for these customers.

3.2.7 Fuel – Limestone - Limestone and related transportation - Limestone Ash Hauling and Equipment Rentals - Limestone Royalties - Water Royalties Costs of this type are normally recorded in the following account in NS Power's Chart of Ac...

AI summary The section discusses fuel-related costs associated with limestone, including transportation, ash hauling, equipment rentals, and royalties. These costs are recorded in account 502650 REG FUEL LIMESTONE CONSUMED in NS Power's Chart of Accounts.

OPENING STATEMENT 59 NSP COST OF SERVICE PANEL 1 We know that there is never a good 2 participation in this process over the coming days. 3 Thank you, sir. 4 MR. CLARKE: Mr. Chair, the cost-of 5 service Panel is ready for questions. 6 THE...

AI summary The opening statement from the NSP Cost of Service Panel outlines the readiness of the panel for questioning. No questions were raised by the Consumer Advocate, Small Business Advocate, or the Affordable Energy Coalition. The Industrial Group, represented by Ms. Rudderham, will ask questions, starting with a reference to Synapse's evidence regarding the Cost-of-Service Study and the debate between Minimum System and basic cost or customer methodology.

BY MS. RUDDERHAM: 1 Q. I'll just read it into the record 18 to 19. I don't believe I need to read it out. But it 19 outlines that the assumptions used in the Cost-of-Service INTERNATIONAL REPORTING INC. CERTIFIED COURT REPORTERS 1 Study re...

AI summary Ms. Rudderham references a Cost-of-Service Study conducted by PHP, which includes assumptions about demand forecasting at 3CP, and notes that Nova Scotia Power has used a forecast of 65 megawatts for modelling.

INTERNATIONAL REPORTING INC. CERTIFIED COURT REPORTERS 1 I can add a whole lot more than what's contained in those 2 lines 15 or 16 through to 19. But what we're talking 3 about is the use of 65 megawatts as PHP's firm 4 interruptible load...

AI summary The discussion revolves around the use of 65 megawatts as PHP's firm interruptible load, with the company disagreeing with using a different number, referencing the Settlement Agreement and Nova Scotia Power's cost of service treatment.

NSP COST OF SERVICE PANEL 77 Cr-ex, (Rudderham) 1 Q. And PHP was a signatory on this 15 suggestion to you that it's likely more appropriate in 16 that proceeding than this proceeding. 17 Okay. I do want to ask for an Q. 18 updated version...

AI summary The discussion revolves around updating the Cost-of-Service Study to reflect a change in PHP demand at 3CP from 65 to 8 megawatts. The request is made by Ms. Rudderham, and the response from Mr. Williams indicates that the change would need to be verified. The updated study is to be provided as part of Undertaking U-3.

1 A. (Willett) Perfect. So this 2 response outlines the three areas which are the main 3 drivers of the discrepancy between the average class 4 impact versus the domestic class impact. So I'll just 5 talk about the second point first. 6 So...

AI summary The response outlines the factors contributing to the discrepancy between average class impact and domestic class impact, noting a 5% increase in domestic class usage during system peak events from the 2023/2024 General Rate Application to the 2026/2027 cost-of-service study.

electric heating moving from oil; customer –– we've experienced significant customer growth in the domestic class. So those are reasons why that can increase, so that is one of the driving factors. Also, which we'll be talking about, is po...

AI summary The discussion focuses on the increase in costs allocated to the domestic customer class, driven largely by changes in the cost-of-service methodology. The change was prompted by a Board directive following the last General Rate Application and involves a year-long process with stakeholder input to reallocate costs based on principles of cost causation.

NSP COST OF SERVICE PANEL 107 Cr-ex, (Mahody) 1 material to the Application. I believe every aspect that INTERNATIONAL REPORTING INC. CERTIFIED COURT REPORTERS 1 Customer method is undertaken? 2 (Williams) Sorry, Mr. Mahody, can A. 3 you j...

AI summary The proceeding discusses whether Nova Scotia Power has calculated the impact on rates if the Basic Customer method is used, referencing a document (NSEB IR-128) and an Excel file attachment (Attachment 1) from the Cost-of-Service Study.

INTERNATIONAL REPORTING INC. CERTIFIED COURT REPORTERS 1 where there's a reduction in Column R of 2.6 percent for 2 the residential class? 3 A. (Willett) Two point six (2.6) 4 percent of costs in the cost of service, correct. 5 Q. Okay. An...

AI summary The discussion centers on a 2.6 percent reduction in costs for the residential class, referencing $1.144 billion in Column G and $1.095 billion in the 2026 scenario, with a 2.7 percent reduction in costs under 100 percent demand.

NSP COST OF SERVICE PANEL 113 Cr-ex, (Mahody) 1 Q. And this exhibit also shows the 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 To arrive at customer-related costs, the Company selected the minimum sized piece of equipment for each cos...

AI summary The document discusses the methodology used by the Company to calculate customer-related costs and residual demand-related costs, referencing the Minimum System Study (MSS) approach from the NARUC Electric Utility Cost Allocation Manual. The Authority requested alternative ACOSS models to calculate per-customer load carrying capacity for cost allocation.

NSP COST OF SERVICE PANEL 141 Cr-ex, (Mahody) 1 in relation to the timing to Goose Harbour, that would 2 not be approved, necessarily, as part of the filing. It 3 would be borne out as that project progresses and comes 4 online. And so whe...

AI summary The discussion revolves around the timing of the Goose Harbour project and its impact on cost recovery from the PHP (Pooled Hydro Program). The panel acknowledges that the project's timing affects cost recovery and that assumptions in the cost of service application may differ, leading to the consideration of a deferral to mitigate risk and address potential deviations.

INTERNATIONAL REPORTING INC. CERTIFIED COURT REPORTERS 1 $1.1 billion of the $1.8 billion costs related to FAM 2 customers. 3 Q. Okay. I was going to come to 4 that. But just in terms of the column before that, sales 5 in gigawatt hours. 6...

AI summary The discussion highlights that residential customers account for about 60% of the costs under the cost of service model, while sales in gigawatt hours are approximately 50% of total sales. The conversation acknowledges that these percentages differ because cost allocation is not solely based on energy usage.

NSP COST OF SERVICE PANEL 169 Questions, (Chair) 1 earlier, there are other factors that are driving the 2 increase to the domestic class being above average, 3 outside of the cost of service as well. 4 Right. But from a cost-of Q. 5 servi...

AI summary The discussion centers on the cost-of-service model changes for the domestic class, specifically the impact of switching from the Minimum System method to the Basic Customer method. Concerns are raised about cost causation and the potential offset of other changes, with differing opinions on the approach.

NSP COST OF SERVICE PANEL 175 Questions, (Chair) 1 couple of years, how is that consistent with Bonbright's 2 principle? 3 A. (Williams) It's a great question, 4 sir, and it's one that we've thought a fair bit about. 5 And I think what we'...

AI summary The discussion addresses the cost of service principle and its implications on rate impacts, emphasizing that cost of service is not a mitigating factor for rate impacts. The speaker acknowledges the impacts of changes on customer groups and references RC ratios, noting that the domestic class is closer to 95 while others are closer to 105. The 105/95 ratio is discussed in terms of the imprecision of cost of service and rate design.

1 one incremental customer doesn't cause incremental 16 I think I have them on another Q. 17 list, so I just was 18 (Blair) We can wait. A. 19 before I left the panel, I Q. 1 just want to make sure I wasn't losing my opportunity. 2 A. (Bla...

AI summary The discussion revolves around the impact of adopting the Basic Customer method on domestic and small general customer charges, with a focus on whether adjusting the customer charge to reflect actual cost-of-service levels would significantly affect the current 75% setting.

NSP DEPRECIATION PANEL 271 Cr-ex, (Mahody) 1 cashflow-to-debt credit metrics under the Average Life 2 Group methodology? 3 Q. I think I am, but I'll know in a 4 moment. Yes, that's what I'm looking for. Thank you very 5 much, Mr. Flemming....

AI summary The discussion centers on the financial implications of switching from the Equal Life Group (ELG) to the Average Life Group (ALG) methodology for depreciation calculations. The impact on cashflow-to-debt credit metrics and FFO-to-debt ratios is highlighted, with concerns raised about increased costs for customers over time. Nova Scotia Power has not yet calculated the financial consequences of implementing Mr. Madsen's recommendations.

1 Q. Yeah. And I agree with you. I 2 agree with you, and my point in asking questions is just 3 to confirm the fact because this I don't think it's on 4 the record. There's not in terms of your report. 5 There are positive developments tha...

AI summary The discussion highlights the benefits of securitization for Nova Scotia Power, including lowering rates for customers, reducing debt on the balance sheet, and enabling the deployment of capital for new infrastructure. The conversation also notes that legislative amendments in Nova Scotia support securitization as a beneficial approach.

s Nova Scotia Power done any calculation on how 17 that could impact the cost of service if the assumption is 18 that PHP, in fact, remains below-the-line? 19 A. (Williams) Well, I think, if I'm understanding your question, it was –– that...

AI summary The discussion revolves around Nova Scotia Power's calculation of the impact on the cost of service if PHP remains below-the-line, referencing an undertaking provided to Ms. Rudderham regarding the deferral account and true-up for 2026. The cost of service has been calculated assuming PHP is above-the-line, and any differences in the tariff for 2027 would affect the cost.

d on. The deferral was intended to capture anything that's different at a high level, anything that's different than that. To the extent that 2027, a tariff for PHP in 2027 differs from that, the cost 1 of service that's imbedded in electr...

AI summary The discussion revolves around the deferral of costs related to PHP (Power Hosting Provider) in the context of a Cost-of-Service Study. The deferral is intended to capture deviations from current assumptions, and there is no final study that assumes PHP is below the line.

line. 1 Q. And I guess just the reason I'm 2 asking is I'm trying to get some certainty some sense 3 of certainty about what the potential outcome could be 4 whether it's phrased through the vehicle of a deferral 5 account or whether it's...

AI summary The discussion focuses on the potential outcomes of a deferral account and different cost-of-service models, particularly their impact on the residential class. The witness refers to a tab in OR-1, Attachment 1, which outlines PHP's revenues as both below-the-line and above-the-line customers.

1 when that comes on, and the cost apportionment of the cost 2 balancing. Even though it's not part of this Application, 3 it's something that parties were discussing and aware of. 4 And the impact of that rider will be 5 not exactly, but...

AI summary The text discusses the inverse relationship between rate increases and fuel adjustments, noting that larger rate increases for some customer classes will be offset by smaller fuel-related increases, and vice versa. There is a discussion about the need for a full review of the impact of these rates.

- of the year. Do you recall that? 1 A. (Williams) I recall a discussion. 2 I wasn't intending to clarify or change it. It was the 3 first half of 2026. 4 The first half. Q. 5 A. (Williams) Middle of the year. 6 No, that's fine. Q. 7 So if...

AI summary The discussion revolves around the securitization of deferred depreciation and financing costs by Nova Scotia Power during the 2026-2027 period. The timing of securitization, potentially starting in July 2026, is being considered, with implications for customer benefits and rate structures.

1 for Goose Harbour does not specify any penalty if PHP 8 charge was not capped as proposed, the customer charge 9 would be $9.07 per month higher for residential customers? 10 (Willett) So that's correct. But A. 11 one piece to note, in t...

AI summary The text discusses a scenario where increasing the customer charge for Goose Harbour would lead to a higher monthly charge for residential customers, but this increase would be offset by a decrease in the energy charge per kilowatt hour.

INTERNATIONAL REPORTING INC. CERTIFIED COURT REPORTERS 1 there. But since I was it was my comment, I guess I'll 2 weigh in. 3 When I was speaking to the materiality 4 of it, I recognize your point about certainly a variation 5 would someth...

AI summary The discussion revolves around the inclusion of certain costs in the revenue requirement, with a focus on operating costs incurred in 2024 and 2025, and clarification that these costs are not included in the revenue requirement for 2026 or 2027.

NSP GENERAL/REGULATORY PANEL 1009 Questions, (Chair) 1 A. (Williams) Correct. But my point 2 was that it was not in revenue requirement in '23 or '24, 3 either, so 4 Yeah. And in terms of the Q. 5 discussion that we had last time at the Ge...

AI summary The discussion revolves around Nova Scotia Power's (NSP) position on when to include costs in revenue requirements, emphasizing the importance of aligning costs with actual service expenses and avoiding unnecessary recovery from customers. NSP argues that setting revenue requirements too far in advance may lead to mismatched costs and customer charges.

customers in the system does not depend on their peak demand. A. That's correct. Q. So a customer located 10 miles away does not become closer or further away from existing infrastructure because their demand is higher or lower. Is that fa...

AI summary The discussion focuses on the relationship between customer location, infrastructure costs, and the Minimum System Study. It highlights that geographic dispersion affects infrastructure costs but is not well correlated with demand or customer account metrics.