Topic:"Demand Side Management Resource Plan" in M12854

PROCESS IESO Nova Scotia is proposing following an approach which builds on the process that was successfully used in previous IRP studies in Nova Scotia. [Figure 1](#page-4-0) depicts the phases of the IRP Process with stakeholder engagem...

AI summary The document outlines Nova Scotia's Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) process, emphasizing stakeholder engagement and pre-IRP studies. Key studies include the ELCC analysis, hybrid-heating research, and DSM potential assessments. The Terms of Reference (ToR) guide the IRP's execution, including evaluation criteria and timelines.

PROCESS IESO Nova Scotia is proposing following an approach which builds on the process that was successfully used in previous IRP studies in Nova Scotia. Figure 1Figure 1 depicts the phases of the IRP Process with stakeholder engagement a...

AI summary IESO Nova Scotia outlines an IRP process with stakeholder engagement at each phase, referencing pre-IRP studies like the ELCC study and DSM Potential Study. The process includes defining terms such as 'sustainable development' and 'sustainable prosperity' based on Nova Scotia legislation, with studies led by IESO, Nova Scotia Power, Net Zero Atlantic, and EfficiencyOne.

APRIL 17 STAKEHOLDER SESSION QUESTIONS Question/Comment Response Do you have a list of specific pre-IRP studies to be done or updated? The pre-IRP studies being undertaken for this IRP and the entity responsible for the completion of the s...

AI summary Stakeholders asked about pre-IRP studies, iterative feedback loops between DSM studies and IRP modelling, and IESO-NS engagement with the DERIR. Responses indicated limited engagement and scheduling constraints.