Topic:"Demand Side Management Resource Plan" in M12177

June 30, 2026 Crystal Henwood Clerk of the Board Nova Scotia Energy Board 1601 Lower Water Street, 3rd Floor Halifax, NS B3J 3S3 Re: M12177 – Nova Scotia Power Inc. – Smart Grid Nova Scotia - Final Report Decision Directive – Distributed E...

AI summary The letter outlines key developments in Nova Scotia's electricity sector since the direction was issued to NS Power to develop a DERIR. These include the establishment of the Nova Scotia Energy Board, the creation of the IESO-NS, and ongoing proceedings related to DSM plans and the IRP. These changes impact DER integration and are shaping the regulatory framework.

Roadmap Initiatives 2 2 1 Equipment Incentive Programs FOUNDATIONAL Nova Scotia Context There are several existing DR programs in Nova Scotia, including voluntary programs (EcoShift, Smart Synergy) and direct load control initiatives (Gene...

AI summary The text discusses existing demand response (DR) programs in Nova Scotia, including voluntary initiatives like EcoShift and Smart Synergy, and direct load control programs such as the Generation Replacement and Load Following (GRLF) tariff, Interruptible Rider to Large Industrial (IRLI), and Extra Large Industrial Active Demand Control tariffs. It highlights the potential for lessons learned from these programs.