Guiding Principles The goal of the DERIR is to provide a path that unlocks both grid and customer benefits from DERs, to support a more affordable, reliable, and clean electricity system for Nova Scotia. The following principles will guide...
AI summary The DERIR aims to integrate distributed energy resources (DERs) in a way that delivers grid and customer benefits, ensuring affordability, reliability, equity, adaptability, and collaboration with stakeholders like E1 and IESO-NS.
Qualitative Assessment Criteria Assessment Rationale Strategic Fit ●●● HIGH Both centralized procurement and utility-owned assets align with reliability, decarbonization, and DER integration objectives. Centralized procurement supports mar...
AI summary The qualitative assessment evaluates centralized DER procurement and utility-owned assets, highlighting strategic fit, benefits, cost favorability, and risk management. Both models align with reliability and decarbonization goals, but centralized procurement offers cost control and competition, while utility ownership provides direct control and faster deployment. A DER Procurement Framework is recommended for clarity and transparency.