N-1Climate Adaptation Plan
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Business Case for Climate Change Adaptation Warming of the global climate system is unequivocal and climate change impacts are expected to intensify in the future. Impacts of warming global average temperatures are wide-ranging and include...
AI summary The document discusses the impacts of climate change, including rising temperatures, flooding, wildfires, and infrastructure damage, and references the World Economic Forum's report on climate-related risks being among the top global risks since 2012.
Weather versus Climate: Weather refers to the actual atmospheric conditions over a short period of time (i.e., hours, days), while climate refers to weather patterns experienced across a region over longer time periods, typically 30 years....
AI summary The text distinguishes between weather and climate, emphasizing the increasing frequency of extreme weather events and the importance of climate adaptation. It highlights that adapting to climate change is essential and economically beneficial, citing high benefit-cost ratios for resilience investments. NS Power can benefit from climate risk-based planning through reduced losses and improved system efficiency.
Table 3.1: Climate Trends in Nova Scotia Climate Trend Operational Relevance to NS Power Higher temperatures Increased peak demand, transformer loading, conductor sag More intense rainfall Increased flooding risk at substations and generat...
AI summary The text outlines climate trends in Nova Scotia, including higher temperatures, more intense rainfall, sea-level rise, increased hurricane intensity, and higher wildfire risk, and their operational relevance to NS Power. It also mentions broader climate-related effects on ecosystems, water quality, invasive species, and public health.
EC Climate Hazard Associated Climate Variables Changes in mean annual and/or seasonal temperature • Temperature, daily mean • Temperature, daily max • Temperature, daily min Changes in runoff and ground conditions • Riverine flooding • Lan...
AI summary The document outlines various climate hazards and their associated climate variables, including temperature changes, precipitation patterns, runoff, and extreme weather events such as heat waves, ice storms, and sea level rise. These factors are relevant for assessing the impact of climate change on infrastructure and energy systems.