N-1Application - Redacted
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1 transmission line replacement and upgrade projects completed since filing of the 2025 2 ACE Plan application. 14 Please refer to Appendix I. 3 14. The Board directs that NS Power consult with stakeholders about incorporating a 4 definiti...
AI summary The NSEB directed NS Power to consult stakeholders on updating the CEJC to include a definition of Scope Change for the 2026 ACE Plan. NS Power held an engagement session and received feedback from the Consumer Advocate, Small Business Advocate, and Industrial Group, with the SBA suggesting aligning the Scope Change definition with the definition of Scope.
1,264,569 30,732,442 This project involves decommissioning of the Annapolis Tidal Generating Station and associated site restoration. Total New Hydro Spending for Subsequent Approval 12,103,037 61,557,021 Steam C0076273 Bear Head Ash Manag...
AI summary The text outlines two projects: the decommissioning of the Annapolis Tidal Generating Station and the life extension of the Bear Head Ash Management Site. It also references the 2026 ACE Plan, which is marked as confidential.
516,995 2,382,805 86,223.00 2,986,023 Total Generation Carry-Over Spending 207,495,994 38,544,059 96,947,381 342,987,433 1 2 6.2 Generation – New 2026 Capital Items for ACE Plan Approval 3 4 Figure 18: Generation – New 2026 Capital Items f...
AI summary The text outlines capital expenditure items for the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan approval, including refurbishment and replacement projects for boiler and turbine systems at the Steam Generation Plant and Gas Turbine Generation Plant.
12,296,682 5,885,521 - 18,182,203 Total General Plant Carry-Over Spending 27,398,359 16,901,264 5,772,322 50,071,946 1 2 9.2 General Plant – New 2026 Capital Items for ACE Plan Approval 3 4 Figure 33: General Plant – New 2026 Capital Items...
AI summary The text presents financial figures related to the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, including details on new capital items and spending for General Plant projects. It outlines specific projects such as the RTU Deployment Project and the Intelligent Asset Data Capture & Integration Platform, along with their associated budgets.
e Extension Program 20 56,951 1,139,010 $2,266,774 Total Transmission Line Replacement, Additions, $13,595,755 Modifications 1 2 T010 – Provincial: Transmission Right of Way Widening 3 4 In its 2017 ACE Plan Order, the Board directed NS Po...
AI summary The document discusses the 2026 ACE Plan, including cost estimates for vegetation management and right-of-way widening projects based on historical costs. It references a 2017 Board Order (M07745) that directed NS Power to update cost estimates using actual historical data. A figure provides detailed cost breakdowns for specific transmission lines.
am rolled out by the Province of $3,723,004 Nova Scotia. This forecast is developed based on a three-year historical average of prior spending levels with an annual inflation of 1.8%. Distribution Total $127,273,271 5 6 Distribution Right-...
AI summary The 2026 ACE Plan includes a forecast for Distribution Right-of-Way Widening based on historical costs and known investment levels, consistent with prior years' approaches. This follows a directive from the Board in the 2017 ACE Plan Order to use actual historical costs for vegetation management and right-of-way widening projects.
1 2 In response to the Board’s concerns, and in order to further reduce the likelihood of tree contact 3 related outages like those during the PTSA event, NS Power increased the budget for the 2016 4 ACE Plan. NS Power’s 2016 ACE Plan prov...
AI summary NS Power increased the 2016 ACE Plan budget for D010 to address tree contact outages, but the Board reduced the budget to $600,000, aligning it with the 2015 ACE Plan. For the 2026 ACE Plan, New Distribution ROW spending is not included in D010, but the budget was increased to apply the new ROW width standard in existing areas.
30,000 Application enhancements/development 100,000 P031 NS Power IT Infrastructure Total 2,528,500 P040 DCMS Equipment Replacement CT's DCMS Equipment Replacement 21,177 POA DCMS Equipment Replacement 49,785 POT DCMS Equipment Replacement...
AI summary The text provides details on capital expenditures, including IT infrastructure and equipment replacement costs for Nova Scotia Power, and references the 2026 ACE Plan, which is marked as confidential.
Hawkesbury Biomass $60,000,000 Pt. Tupper Pt Aconi $40,000,000 Lingan Unit 4 Lingan Unit 3 $20,000,000 Lingan Unit 2 Lingan Unit 1 $- Gas Turbines IRP ACE 10 11 12 11.1.2 Annual Rating/Prioritization of Capital Projects 13 14 In accordance...
AI summary The document outlines capital project rating criteria for NS Power, referencing the 2011 and 2013 ACE Plan Directives. It includes a visual representation of capital expenditures at various locations, such as Hawkesbury Biomass and Lingan Units, with amounts ranging from $20 million to $60 million. The text is part of the 2026 ACE Plan and is marked as confidential.
1 It is not clear such items as, for example, plans for replacement of aging 2 transmission and distribution equipment, and storm performance information, 3 beyond the 48-hour restoration metric, will be fully explored in the context of 4...
AI summary The document discusses uncertainties regarding the inclusion of reliability metrics in the ACE Plan, particularly concerning aging infrastructure and storm performance. NS Power has committed to providing risk ratings for reliability-focused distribution projects over $1 million, with updates over five years post-implementation.
10.00 0.00 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 NS Power Atlantic Utilities 2 3 4 Figure 61 and Figure 62 below represent NS Power’s reliability statistics with Major and Extreme 5 Events (such as Hurricanes Dorian, Fiona, and...
AI summary The document discusses NS Power’s reliability statistics, showing improvements in SAIFI and SAIDI metrics due to reduced severe weather events and effective outage prevention initiatives. It also mentions the 2026 ACE Plan, which is marked as confidential.
1 T010 and D010 Report 2 3 In the 2016 ACE Plan Order, the Board directed as follows: 4 5 The Board approves the 2016 Routine capital expenditures, with the exception of 6 the Distribution ROW widening (D010) which is reduced to $600,000....
AI summary The document outlines progress on the T010 and D010 projects under the 2016 and 2017 ACE Plan Orders, including cost reductions, completion percentages, and forecasted expenditures. NS Power confirms that cost estimates for 2026 are based on historical data.
e increase 23 in the time required to complete the additional tree removals combined with the cost increases with 24 fuel, labor, and traffic control (compared to previous years used to create the original budget) has 25 increased the aver...
AI summary The text discusses increased costs and time required for tree removal under the D010 project, leading to a reduction in the number of kilometers that can be completed within the 2025 ACE Plan budget. NS Power is exploring efficiencies and collaborating with contractors to control costs.
erformance 24 degradation, or other factors, and 25 • Any recent, relevant inspection data” 26 27 (5) As part of the reliability directive in future ACE Plans, NS Power will 28 provide an update on its storm performance and related capital...
AI summary The document references the 2026 ACE Plan and discusses NS Power's commitment to improving storm performance through capital investment strategies. It also mentions the Terms of Consensus approved by the Board in 2015 and NS Power's ongoing asset management practices to monitor and replace aging transmission and distribution equipment.
CI Number: C0068888 Project No. : Continuous Ash Hauling System Avoided Replacement Energy Costs Avoided Unplanned Repair Costs Total Annual Avoided Costs Year 2026 2027 2026 2027 2026 2027 Replacement Energy Cost ($/MWh) 0.00 0.00 Repair...
AI summary The Continuous Ash Hauling System analysis shows no energy replacement or unplanned repair costs for 2026 and 2027, with a 100% capacity factor in 2026 dropping to 50% in 2027. The total capital cost of the alternative is listed as $1,359,984. The 'Do Nothing' option is presented as an alternative.
k. These capabilities will provide detailed asset information to be used in supporting the prioritization of various work streams across Energy Delivery. This project scope includes two key elements: The first component is the establishmen...
AI summary The project involves creating a data capture platform using photographic documentation and machine learning to enhance asset recognition and integration with NS Power's GIS system, improving efficiency and data accessibility across various business units.
5) Total Decrease (11,596,977) (322,774) (36,518,253) (11,848,193) (60,286,197) 2025 Potential Capital Spend $ 201,683,943 $ 183,119,650 $ 202,212,638 $ 64,296,036 $ 651,312,267 Total YTD Transmission spend includes ($11M) of proceeds rece...
AI summary The text provides an overview of capital spending and project status for NS Power, including a total decrease in spending and details on the 2025 potential capital spend. It also outlines the status of capital items as of September 30, 2025.
l) OTQ - July 7, 2025 $ 3,255,440 $ 2,530,405 $ 1,843,307 Approved Generation C0067906 POA Boiler Refurbishment 2025 2025 ACE Plan (for Subsequent Approval) OTQ - July 7, 2025 $ 1,213,152 $ 1,218,254 $ 1,525,527 Approved Generation C006790...
AI summary The text lists various approved capital expenditures, including boiler refurbishments, system upgrades, and infrastructure conversions, with associated costs and approval dates, primarily under the 2025 ACE Plan and other related plans.
......................................................... 51 Month DD, YYYY Page 2 of 54 Date: December 12, 2025 Page 467 of 782 REDACTED REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan Appendix D Page 15 of 179 Nova ScoƟa Power...
AI summary The document outlines Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s Capital Planning and Capital Expenditure Justification Criteria, including sections on metering equipment, work support facilities, information technology, and vehicles. It also defines the Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan as a document submitted annually to the NSEB detailing all planned capital projects.
eturn mul plied by the por on of equity to total capital of the incremental rate base.¶ • Addi onal fixed cost recovery received from customer growth achieved through capital investment to serve these customers.¶ Deprecia on expense and ad...
AI summary The text discusses the calculation of revenue requirements in the context of the 2026 ACE Plan, highlighting depreciation expense and additional fixed cost recoveries. It notes that the method used does not fully account for certain factors, as indicated by the ellipsis.
Transmission RouƟnes Transmission Substa on Replacements, Addi ons, Modifica ons Primary Equipment Spares Protec on Modifica on & Replacement Transmission Line Replacements, Addi ons, Modifica ons Month DD, YYYY Page 37 of 54 Date: Decembe...
AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. outlines its capital planning and expenditure justification criteria, detailing routines for transmission and distribution upgrades, stakeholder evaluation processes, and Board approval mechanisms through the ACE Plan. Expenditures are tracked annually, with over-expenditure referenced to section 12.2.
Transmission RouƟnes Transmission Substa on Replacements, Addi ons, Modifica ons Primary Equipment Spares Protec on Modifica on & Replacement Transmission Line Replacements, Addi ons, Modifica ons Month DD, 2025 Page 55 of 113 Date: Decemb...
AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. outlines its 2026 ACE Plan, detailing capital expenditure routines for transmission, distribution, and general plant upgrades. The plan requires Board approval annually, with stakeholders evaluating proposed routines. Expenditures are tracked individually, and over-expenditure is addressed in Section 12.2. Routine projects are reported quarterly to the Board.
nd Re-verifica on of Electricity Meters", before being placed in service. Meters are also brought in from ac ve service on a periodic basis for re-verifica on according to this standard. • Meters being purchased at the present me for kWh m...
AI summary The document outlines meter verification standards, replacement conditions, and capital expenditure justification criteria for Nova Scotia Power Inc. It emphasizes economic considerations in selecting standard meters due to re-verification costs and discusses Measurement Canada's testing requirements for accuracy and compliance.
1 7.0 ADDITIONAL IRP ACTION PLAN AND ROAD MAP ITEMS 2 3 In addition to the items identified in the 2030 Resource Development Plan, there are other elements 4 of the broader IRP Action Plan which have specific and significant impacts on res...
AI summary EfficiencyOne (E1) received $173.1M for its 2023-2025 DSM Plan, targeting 412.7 GWh energy efficiency savings and 17.9 MW demand response capacity. Legislative amendments expanded 'demand-side management' to include strategic electrification and established the Nova Scotia Energy Board, emphasizing alignment with 2030 decarbonization goals.
REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026 ACE Plan Appendix G Page 3 of 71 NS Power Five-Year Reliability Plan - Update Non-Confidential
AI summary The document is a non-confidential appendix to the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan, focusing on an update to Nova Scotia Power's Five-Year Reliability Plan. The content is redacted, but the title indicates a regulatory proceeding related to reliability planning and capital expenditures.
N-6NSPI (NSEB) RIR 1 to 202 - Redacted
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2026 ACE Plan NSEB IR-50 Attachment 1 Page 5 of 7 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) Suppose a company that is not your electric utility (i.e., not Nova Scotia Power) developed a new service that can instantaneously deliver tempor...
AI summary The text presents a hypothetical scenario where a non-Nova Scotia Power company offers a backup power service during outages for a one-time fee. It asks respondents whether they would purchase this service to avoid a single outage, with estimated fees ranging from $10 to $160 depending on the outage duration.
2.0 HSE Policies & Programs
AI summary This section outlines the Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) policies and programs in place, focusing on regulatory compliance, quality management systems, and health and safety protocols. Key entities involved include Nova Scotia Power and the Nova Scotia Energy Board.
9.9 Maintenance and Refueling - 1) Spill kit onsite and readily available, and the contents inspected on a regular basis. - 2) All maintenance and refuelling areas must be at least 100m from any watercourse - 3) A level surface for working...
AI summary The document outlines safety and maintenance procedures for refueling and repair activities, emphasizing spill prevention, safe distances from watercourses, proper work areas, and compliance with fire regulations and permit requirements.
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AI summary The section 4.1.1/ of the document outlines the context and background for the proceeding, including relevant regulatory frameworks and key stakeholders involved in the matter.
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AI summary The section 4.1.1/ of the document outlines the context and background for the proceeding, including relevant regulatory frameworks and key stakeholders involved in the matter.
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AI summary The section discusses the regulatory process and related topics, including energy efficiency programs, demand-side management, and the integration of renewable energy resources into the grid. It addresses compliance with legislation and the role of various stakeholders in the proceedings.
Solution: 73W-T1 has provision for an additional fan kit that would raise its' top rating to 14 MVA. This would allow the Auburndale transformer to be loaded to 15.9 MVA (14 MVA x 1.33 - 3MVA Reserve = 15.9 MVA) before again being consider...
AI summary The 73W-T1 transformer can be upgraded with a fan kit to increase its capacity to 14 MVA, allowing the Auburndale transformer to handle up to 15.9 MVA before being considered overloaded. However, the addition of a new industrial customer with a peak load over 750kVA in the Bridgewater Industrial Park would necessitate the installation of the fan kit.
5.0 RECOMMENDATIONS
AI summary This section outlines the recommendations made by the Nova Scotia Energy Board following the analysis and review of various proceedings, including considerations related to energy efficiency, infrastructure planning, and regulatory compliance.
N-9Evidence of John D. Wilson - CA
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Q: Is there a potential for further efficiency improvements in distribution routine work? A: Yes. One area is with contractor management. In its May 2025 report, NS Power states: Scheduling and dispatch of work for pole-setting contractors...
AI summary The response confirms potential for efficiency improvements in distribution routine work, particularly through better contractor management and technology upgrades. Initial challenges with training and tool adoption have hindered immediate benefits, but ongoing efforts are in place. Reference is made to past proceedings and IT upgrades that may reduce costs in areas like vegetation management and equipment tracking.
Q: What is your recommendation regarding spare inventory pooling? - A: The Board should obtain an inventory of NS Power's spare equipment to identify whether there is sufficient volume to consider whether a more cost-effective option could...
AI summary The respondent recommends that the Board obtain an inventory of NS Power's spare equipment to assess the feasibility of a spare inventory pooling program. Key considerations include equipment type, storage costs, and exclusion of routinely rotated items. If beneficial, the Board should request NS Power to report on the topic in its next ACE Plan application.
SUMMARY OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE - 2023– Present Vice President, Grid Strategies, LLC . Provides research, technical assistance, and expert testimony on electric- and gas-utility planning, economics, and regulation. Reviews electric util...
AI summary The individual has extensive experience in energy regulation, utility planning, and environmental policy, spanning over two decades in roles involving regulatory policy, expert testimony, and program evaluation. Their work includes advising on electrification, energy efficiency, and renewable resource performance, as well as participation in air quality and legislative advocacy.
PUBLICATIONS "Urban Areas," with Judith Clarkson and Wolfgang Roeseler, in Gerald R. North, Jurgen Schmandt and Judith Clarkson, The Impact of Global Warming on Texas: A Report of the Task Force on Climate Change in Texas , 1995. "Quality...
AI summary The text lists several publications authored or co-authored by individuals, focusing on topics such as global warming impacts, quality of life in urban areas, energy efficiency incentives, and monopsony behavior in power generation markets.
- "Smoke in the Water: Air Pollution Hidden in the Water Vapor from Cooling Towers Agencies Fail to Enforce Against Polluters," Galveston Houston Association for Smog Prevention, February 2004. - "Reducing Air Pollution from Houston-Area S...
AI summary The text lists a series of reports and publications by environmental organizations such as the Galveston Houston Association for Smog Prevention and the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy, focusing on air pollution, energy efficiency, and renewable energy initiatives in the United States.
SELECTED PRESENTATIONS "Clean Energy Solutions for Western North Carolina," presentation to Progress Energy Carolinas WNC Community Energy Advisory Council, February 7, 2008. "Energy Efficiency: Regulating Cost-Effectiveness," Florida Publ...
AI summary The text lists several presentations on energy efficiency and clean energy topics, including discussions on cost-effectiveness, renewable energy, and energy-saving initiatives. These presentations were made to various regulatory and advisory bodies across different regions.
EXPERT TESTIMONY - 2008 South Carolina PSC Docket No. 2007-358-E, surrebuttal testimony on behalf of Environmental Defense, the South Carolina Coastal Conservation League, Southern Alliance for Clean Energy and the Southern Environmental L...
AI summary Expert testimony from various regulatory proceedings in multiple U.S. states discusses the cost recovery mechanism for energy efficiency, including shareholder incentives and lost revenue adjustment mechanisms, as well as the adequacy of energy efficiency considerations in integrated resource plans.
20260421-1Hearing Transcript — 04/21/2026 (Revised Transcript - Refiled May 20, 2026)
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I N D E X O F P R O C E E D I N G S April 21, 2026 PAGE NO. 5 Department of Energy, Government of Nova Scotia, or the 6 Department, for the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure Plan, 7 or the ACE Plan, hearing. 8 The ACE Plan is intended to pro...
AI summary The document discusses the 2026 Annual Capital Expenditure (ACE) Plan hearing, where Nova Scotia Power Incorporated (NSPI) asserts its commitment to providing safe and reliable electric service. The Department of Energy highlights public mistrust and concerns over the cost-effectiveness of NSPI's capital investments. The More Access to Energy Act, which established the Independent Energy System Operator (IESO) NS, is also mentioned.
OPENING STATEMENT 27 NS DEPT. OF ENERGY 1 the burden of those overruns falls onto ratepayers. 12 Minister of Energy. 13 Thank you. 14 THE CHAIR: Thank you. 15 I just have a question, because I want 16 to make sure I understand the issue wi...
AI summary The discussion centers on cybersecurity projects and concerns about potential double recovery for system failures. The Chair questions whether the Customer Information System Project is part of the ACE Plan, and the response clarifies that the statement is theoretical and not tied to any specific current expenditure.
NS POWER PANEL 39 In-ch, (Power) 1 During my time on the System Planning 2 Team, I progressed to the role of System Planning 3 Specialist. With the creation of the IESO NS, the System 4 Planning Team has now moved over to the IESO NS. Howe...
AI summary The testimony outlines the background and experience of Mr. Pickles, the Chief Operating Officer of Nova Scotia Power, including his education, career history, and current role. He discusses his transition from the System Planning Team to the IESO NS and his ongoing role with Nova Scotia Power.
NS POWER PANEL 41 In-ch, (Power) 1 From there, I transitioned to the 2 unregulated side of the business, overseeing three large 3 generating facilities in New England as Vice President of 4 Operations for Emera Energy. And in 2018, I reloc...
AI summary The document introduces a witness who has held various leadership roles in energy companies, including Vice President of Operations at Emera Energy and Vice President of Energy Supply at Tampa Electric. The witness is currently the Chief Operating Officer at Nova Scotia Power and is responsible for power production, asset management, and the Eastern Clean Energy Initiative Project Team. The witness has testified in multiple proceedings, including ACE and GRA.
NS POWER PANEL 319 Cr-ex, (Mahody) 1 this project. And the question I wanted to focus in on is 2 BY MR. MAHODY: 3 Witness panel, I'm headed to the Q. 4 Pennsylvania breaker issue. 5 If we could call up N-1, page 402, 6 please. 7 And so you...
AI summary The text references a regulatory proceeding involving Nova Scotia Power, focusing on the Pennsylvania breaker issue and the determination of risk levels associated with circuit breakers. It includes references to specific pages and Board IR-126.