Topic:"Demand Side Management" in M12412

Q Has NSIESO begun its IRP modeling? - No. In response to discovery from Synapse, NSIESO indicated that all of the major - steps required before commencing IRP modeling and developing the sets of input - parameters and a scenario analysis...

AI summary NSIESO has not commenced IRP modeling, with major preparatory steps pending. The response references recommendations from the Reliability Tie case (Matter M12217) and outlines six areas for Synapse's modeling recommendations, including supply-side costs, regional coordination, energy exports, portfolio ELCC, demand response, and emissions costs.

atrix of Regional Electricity Systems Operations Options , pages 54-66). framework that includes how the Massachusetts hub price might influence decisions in Nova Scotia for energy export or import. - Exports from Nova Scotia were not allo...

AI summary The document discusses the need for Nova Scotia's energy planning to consider export/import capabilities with New Brunswick and New England, emphasizing the inclusion of export paths in future IRP models. It highlights the importance of portfolio ELCC analysis, demand response integration, and emissions cost modeling. NSIESO is urged to address these aspects in the 2025 Evergreen IRP update and incorporate hybrid peak mitigation scenarios.

SUMMARY Mechanical engineer and energy economics analyst with over 30 years of experience in the energy industry. Activities focused primarily on electric power industry issues, especially resource planning, renewable and battery storage r...

AI summary A mechanical engineer and energy economics analyst with over 30 years of experience in the electric power industry, specializing in resource planning, renewable and battery storage integration, economic analysis of power plants, transmission, wholesale markets, and demand-side alternatives. Expertise spans technical and economic dimensions of power systems in the US and Canada, including integrated resource planning, renewable integration, transmission pricing, RTO/ISO structures, and regulatory policies.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Synapse Energy Economics, Inc ., Cambridge, MA. Senior Vice President , 2024 – Present, Vice President , 2018 – 2024, Principal Associate , 2009 – 2018, Senior Associate , 2004 – 2009. Responsibilities include consu...

AI summary The individual holds senior roles at Synapse Energy Economics, Inc., focusing on energy economics, electricity utility planning, regulation, and expert testimony on wholesale/retail electricity issues. Responsibilities include analysis of transmission, generation, and demand-side management, with extensive project experience in the sector.

Tabors Caramanis & Associates , Cambridge, MA. Senior Associate , 1996 ‒ 2004. - Provided expert witness testimony on transmission issues in Ontario and Alberta. - Supported FERC-filed testimony of Dr. Tabors in numerous dockets, addressin...

AI summary The individual served as a Senior Associate at Tabors Caramanis & Associates, providing expert testimony on transmission issues in Ontario and Alberta, analyzing US and Canadian electric market policies, and participating in Ontario's market design processes. They supported FERC filings, evaluated congestion management methods, and contributed to wholesale market design. Other roles included DSM program work, energy efficiency assessments, and utility operations.

. Woolf, T., M. Wittenstein, R. Fagan. 2011. Indian Point Energy Center Nuclear Plant Retirement Analysis. Synapse Energy Economics for the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) and Riverkeeper. Napoleon, A., W. Steinhurst, M. Chang, K....

AI summary A list of energy-related reports and analyses by Synapse Energy Economics and collaborators, covering topics such as nuclear plant retirements, clean energy benefits, RTO participation, and electricity market structures. The documents were commissioned by organizations including NRDC, US EPA, Ohio Consumers' Counsel, and state agencies.

PRESENTATIONS Fagan, R., R. Tabors. 2003. "SMD and RTO West: Where are the Benefits for Alberta?" Keynote paper prepared for the 9th Annual Conference of the Independent Power Producers Society of Alberta, March 2003. Fagan, R. 1999. "A Pr...

AI summary The document lists presentations by R. Fagan and others on energy topics including transmission tariffs, congestion pricing, market restructuring, and demand-side management. Presentations span Alberta, Ontario, New England, and other regions, with discussions on net billing, stranded costs, and generation market power.

TESTIMONY 218th Judicial District Court, Atascosa County, Texas. Pre-filed report on lack of reliability need in ERCOT for the San Miguel Electric Cooperative coal-fired power plant. January 2020. Newfoundland and Labrador Board of Commiss...

AI summary The document outlines multiple regulatory proceedings involving reliability assessments, rate mitigation, and tariff reviews. It includes a Texas court case on ERCOT reliability, Newfoundland's Muskrat Falls rate mitigation analysis, Nova Scotia's industrial tariff review, and a Michigan case on DTE's renewable energy underutilization. Each section details testimony, filings, and stakeholder involvement.

ly used among comparable organizations, but noted the following: Ultimately, the choice in accounting framework is the decision of management in consultation with their selected auditors. 6 IESO Nova Scotia will take into consderation DGT'...

AI summary DGT discusses accounting framework choices as management decisions, while IESO Nova Scotia considers jurisdictional precedents. SEE's evidence addresses six topics in IESO's IRP exercise, including supply-side costs, regional coordination, and demand response. IESO will consider SEE's recommendations and technical expertise comments.

roach to unit commitment and unit dispatch has been accomplished (inclusive of regions in the New Brunswick balancing area), commencing with the completion of the reliability intertie interconnection; - To include for all scenarios modeled...

AI summary The document outlines requirements for Nova Scotia's Integrated Resource Planning (IRP) process, including modeling constraints with New Brunswick, incorporating demand response and time-of-use rates, and linking emissions costs. Synapse notes uncertainty about NSIESO's team expertise, suggesting reliance on external consultants, while the IESO acknowledges limited knowledge of the team's composition.

roach to unit commitment and unit dispatch has been accomplished (inclusive of regions in the New Brunswick balancing area), commencing with the completion of the reliability intertie interconnection; - To include for all scenarios modeled...

AI summary The Integrated Resource Planning (IRP) process requires inclusion of New Brunswick interconnection, ELCC analysis from Matter M12247, demand response scenarios, and dynamic linkage of emissions costs. Synapse notes uncertainty about the IESO team's expertise and recommends external consultants for IRP development.

The Board orders that: - 1. IESO Nova Scotia's expenditure and revenue requirement for its initial test year ending March 31, 2026, is approved at $6,751,287, with a net amount of $5,306,824 after the application of provincial funding. - 2...

AI summary The Board approves IESO Nova Scotia's revenue requirement for 2026 and sets requirements for future filings, including detailed financial and planning information. It also directs the IESO to address specific issues in its integrated resource planning, including modeling scenarios with New Brunswick and incorporating demand response opportunities.