Topic:"Energy Efficiency Resource Standards" in M03413

- 28 rate base thereby preserving the renewable energy from the Project for customers. 1 2 NSPI's completion of the Digby project will mean that all but one of the projects selected in the 3 2007 renewables energy solicitation are targeted...

AI summary NSPI's completion of the Digby project will allow most of the projects from the 2007 renewables energy solicitation to be in-service by 2010. The project, which includes renewable energy generation, will provide cost savings for customers and qualify for inclusion in the 2013 RES portfolio. NSPI requests a decision on the application by December 20, 2010.

1 3.0 COMMERCIAL TRANSACTION 2 3 The transaction between NSPI and 324 NSL represents an asset purchase and payment for 4 development costs. 324 NSL is a wholly owned subsidiary of Emera Inc. NSPI acquired all of 5 the Project assets direct...

AI summary NSPI acquired Project assets from its affiliate 324 NSL, retaining the right to license the assets back for operation and maintenance. The transaction allows NSPI flexibility in meeting RES compliance while preserving project benefits for customers. The structure supports achieving compliance through other projects if needed.

1 The capital justification included in this application confirms that NSPI's assumption of this 2 project is the best option available to NSPI and in the interests of customers. The economic 3 analysis confirms that this project is the lo...

AI summary NSPI argues that acquiring a wind project from 324 NSL and engaging EUS for construction is the lowest-cost option for customers and aligns with RES compliance. The project ensures the preservation of the ecoENERGY credit and is in the best interests of customers, with the Board requested to confirm compliance with the Code of Conduct.

VIA E-MAIL CONFIDENTIAL Mr. Peter W. Gurnham, Q.C., Chair, NOVA SCOTIA UTILITY AND REVIEW BOARD, 3 rd Floor, 1601 Lower Water Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia Dear Mr. Gurnham: Re: NSPI Renewable Energy Solicitation 2007 As requested by the Bo...

AI summary The Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (UARB) reviewed the Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for NSPI's 2007 renewable energy solicitation, concluding it was legally reasonable and suitable for inclusion in the RFP. The review focused on risk allocation to proponents and compared the PPA to existing contracts with independent power producers.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-11: 24 able to deliver energy as early as January 1, the full 2011 25 production from the Project would be able to count toward NSPI's 26 RES obligations. Having Guaranteed Substantial Completion by 27 Decembe...

AI summary The discussion revolves around the benefits of early completion of the Digby Wind Project, including meeting Renewable Energy Standards (RES) obligations, ensuring maximum energy delivery during winter months, and reducing AFUDC costs. Early completion is seen as beneficial for customers and project efficiency.

Some jurisdictions outside of North America are adopting more stringent guidelines such as "Wind Farms: Environmental Noise Guideline s" (EPA, 2007) from the state of South Australia. These guidelines stipulate a maximum of 35 dBA or 5 dBA...

AI summary The text discusses noise guidelines from South Australia and their application to a project, noting that while the project meets the second criterion, sound concerns could still arise due to other factors like aesthetics. It emphasizes combining predicted operational sound levels with background data for accurate assessments.

.8 Equipment bases: concrete to suit pumping equipment and pipe work provided by pumping equipment manufacturer. STANDARD SPECIFICATION FOR MUNICIPAL SERVICES SUCTION LIFT PUMPING SECTION 33 32 13 STATION PAGE 10 JANUARY 2009 .9 Arrange fo...

AI summary The document outlines specifications for the installation and commissioning of pumping equipment and piping systems, including requirements for testing, anchor bolts, pipe examination, and flanged joints. It emphasizes compliance with manufacturer guidelines and applicable codes.

NSPI Panel – Opening Statement January 5, 2011 Digby Wind Project - P-128.10 Check against delivery Good morning Madame Chair and Commissioners. Thank you for the opportunity to be here today and to present this opening statement on behalf...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power outlines its efforts to comply with the Renewable Energy Standard (RES) regulations, which require increasing the use of renewable energy sources. The company has secured Power Purchase Agreements for several renewable energy projects and has worked through various capital approval requests with the UARB to meet RES targets.

to this statement. It is an impressive site. As the wind farm is fully constructed and in operation we can say with certainty that the capital costs presented in this Application will not be exceeded. The project helps Nova Scotia Power me...

AI summary The wind farm is fully constructed and in operation, with capital costs as presented in the Application not expected to be exceeded. The project helps Nova Scotia Power meet RES compliance requirements and provides customers with green energy valued at about $20 million per year without increasing general rates or the FAM, due to tax incentives and regulatory accounting policies.

19 NSPI's Evidence demonstrates that: 20 21 1. Having been granted a power purchase agreement (PPA) following the 2007 22 Request for Proposals (RFP), the Project is the lowest cost renewable energy 23 project available to NSPI and its cus...

AI summary NSPI's evidence highlights the importance of the Project, which was the lowest-cost renewable energy option for NSPI and its customers. Due to developer insolvency, quick action was needed to preserve the PPA and Federal ecoEnergy incentive. Emera established a numbered company to complete the Project on time to meet the 2011 RES and save the incentive, providing significant benefit to NSPI customers.

1 non-compliance and, quite frankly, it's just our practice and policy and 2 desire to comply with the laws and regulations. So we work hard to do 3 that. 4 5 The Digby project is only one example of the hard work that we've done 6 to ensu...

AI summary The speaker emphasizes the importance of compliance with regulations and highlights the Digby project as an example of efforts to ensure compliance. They argue that the project was economically beneficial, provided eco-energy credits, and was reasonably priced due to effective execution and financing.

3 On January 14, 2011, Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSPI, the Company) and the intervenors 4 filed their closing submissions in this proceeding. 6 On behalf of customers, NSPI has worked diligently and in the interests of customers to 7 comply...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSPI) and intervenors submitted closing arguments supporting the inclusion of the Digby Wind Project in the utility rate base. NSPI asserts the project was completed on time and under budget, with no opposing evidence challenging its value. All intervenors support approval of the capital work order.

22 4.0 CONCLUSION 23 24 NSPI has brought forward a low cost renewable project which is required for 2013 RES 25 compliance. NSPI's evidence confirms that its actions and those of its affiliates have 26 preserved the value in an otherwise f...

AI summary NSPI has completed a low-cost renewable energy project ahead of schedule and under budget, benefiting customers. The affiliate transactions associated with the project align with the Code of Conduct, which emphasizes demonstrable benefits to customers. NSPI requests approval for a $82.8 million capital expenditure and confirmation of compliance with the Code of Conduct.

nning understanding that we needed that project in one form or another to comply with renewable energy standards. - Q: And when was that? - A: That was early fall of 2009. [Transcript, pp. 83-84] [39] Neither the Province nor Quetta made a...

AI summary The intervenor discusses the need for a project to comply with renewable energy standards, mentioning the early fall of 2009 as the timeframe. The Province and Quetta did not submit on the applicability of the Code, though Quetta suggested testing some of its wording.

Findings [40] The Board is not persuaded by NSPl's evidence referred to above that it can insulate itself from either the negotiation or execution of the EUS contract. The Board notes the evidence of Mr. Bennett, who testified that he has...

AI summary The Board determined that NSPI did not directly acquire DWP's assets due to 2011 RES compliance requirements, which prevented NSPI from self-supplying or owning a majority interest in the project. A shell company was used to facilitate the transaction, as confirmed by Mr. Bennett.

Submissions - NSPI [50] As described in paragraphs [33] and [34], NSPI took the position that 324 NSL and EUS were not subject to the Code. Consequently, NSPI said: ... 324 NSL was under no obligation to undertake a competitive solicitatio...

AI summary NSPI argues that 324 NSL and EUS were not required to follow the Code, as a competitive solicitation would delay construction and jeopardize federal incentives. NSPI claims that the low-cost contract with EUS was justified due to time constraints, the need to redesign the project, and the risk transfer to EUS. The contract price was reduced, with EUS bearing the risk of late completion.

his is lower than the 2008 PPA between NSPI and Skypower. [Exhibit N-1, p. 25] [125] NSPI summarized the advantages which, in its view, would result in benefits to ratepayers if the DWP is approved: NSPI's investment in the Project will co...

AI summary NSPI outlines benefits of the DWP project, including adding 30 MW of wind generation, achieving RES compliance, and cost savings for customers. The project's costs are lower than the original PPA, and revised estimates show a lower levelized energy cost and higher NPV due to reduced O&M and construction costs.