N-1Annual Report
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Figure 3: Synapse Recommendation Re: Cost Refund Regulation Synapse Recommendation / Board Decision Directive Synapse Sub-Recommendations Synapse Recommendation: Support Development of Additional Distribution Network Upgrade Cost Refund Re...
AI summary Synapse recommends developing a cost-sharing regulation for distribution network upgrade costs, refunding portions to 'first moving' DER parties. The NSUARB directive supports this recommendation for additional distribution network upgrade cost refund regulation.
- detail as described in the final report: • Define two categories of Class 2 projects (small and large) for the purpose of cost allocation for distribution network upgrade costs. All direct interconnection costs remain the responsibility...
AI summary The text recommends splitting distribution network upgrade costs between interconnection customers (ICs) and Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSPI) using a 50/50 model. It suggests defining Class 2 projects and establishing a proportional contribution from smaller projects to fund upgrades, while NSPI covers the remaining costs through rate-based investments. The approach should be reviewed periodically to assess its impact on small-scale renewable energy development.
In its M10905/ M12174 Decision, the Board provided the following direction to NS Power: DATE FILED: March 31, 2026 Page 21 of 33 M10905, Board Review of NS Power's Interconnection Processes, Synapse Comments, June 16, 2025, page 3. M10905,...
AI summary The Board directed NS Power to address cost allocation and refund provisions for distribution network upgrades, emphasizing the need to balance Interconnection Customer costs with broader system benefits and ratepayer impacts. NS Power is to provide a draft regulation for approval and justify its proposed methodology, including illustrative examples.
M10905/M12174, Board Review of NS Power's Interconnection Processes/NSPSO Annual Interconnection Process Proceeding Report, Board Decision, November 14, 2025, page 6-7. 1 needs (such as needs previously established through a system plannin...
AI summary The document outlines the cost allocation for distribution network upgrades (NUs) under the DGIP. It states that NUs are considered system investments, not allocated to the interconnection customer (IC), and that the refund mechanism for NUs is amortized over up to 20 years with interest at the Distribution Provider's WACC. The cost-causer approach is emphasized, where the IC is responsible for paying for interconnection and distribution upgrades.