N-92026-2027 GRA Appendix 12 A-C - Cost of Service Study Process - Redacted
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CONFIDENTIAL 1 COSS Model Run #6, Transmission Subfunctionalized to EHV and HV: 2 The current COSS includes subfunctionalization between EHV and HV but both subfunctions use 3 the same allocators. The allocators applicable to the HV subfun...
AI summary The document outlines various COSS model runs that adjust how costs are allocated across different subfunctions and classifications. These include changes to transmission subfunctionalization, distribution cost allocation, service allocation based on meter costs and customer count, and reclassification of generation based on capacity factors.
1 2 3 TABLE E1-1 Nova Scotia Power Inc. 2022 Transmission Tariff WACC Rate Millions of dollars 1) Interest (Carrying Cost) a) Weighted Average Cost of Capital - Pretax Proportion Cost Extended ST Debt 3.80% 0.84% 0.03% LT Debt 57.40% 4.98%...
AI summary The document provides a detailed breakdown of Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s 2022 Transmission Tariff WACC Rate, including components such as interest, weighted average cost of capital, income tax, and grants in lieu of property tax. It outlines financial figures and percentages related to transmission expenses and allocated amounts.
1 Nova Scotia Power Inc. 2023 Transmission Tariff WACC Rate Millions of dollars 1) Interest (Carrying Cost) a) Weighted Average Cost of Capital - Pretax Proportion Cost Extended ST Debt 1.70% 0.90% 0.02% LT Debt 57.00% 4.97% 2.83% Common 4...
AI summary The document presents Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s 2023 Transmission Tariff WACC Rate, detailing the weighted average cost of capital, interest, tax considerations, and financial figures related to transmission costs and grants in lieu of property tax.
Resource Cost, Performance, & Financing Performance Inputs Financing Performance Inputs Financing System Depreciable Lifetime 35 % Financed w/ equity % Financed w/ debt Ongoing Costs Debt Interest rate Fixed O&M Costs ($/kW-yr) $17.69 Cost...
AI summary The document presents a table outlining performance inputs and financing details for a system, including system cost, depreciation lifetime, financing percentages, interest rates, tax assumptions, and levelized costs. It includes data on capital costs, O&M expenses, and PRM adjustments.
4,232 $13,975,949 $12,977,667 $11,979,385 $10,981,103 $9,982,821 $8,984,539 $7,986,257 $6,987,975 $5,989,693 Interest $1,188,355 $1,138,840 $1,089,325 $1,039,811 $990,296 $940,781 $891,266 $841,751 $792,237 $742,722 $693,207 $643,692 $594,...
AI summary The text presents a series of financial figures, including interest, principal, equity balances, equity returns, and taxes, likely related to a financial statement or capital management report. These figures may pertain to a company's financial obligations, returns, and capital structure.
CONFIDENTIAL (Attachments Only) 1 Request DR-18: 2 3 Reference: Requests made of NS Power during October 16, 2024 Position Session by Patrick 4 Bowman and Melissa Davies on behalf of IG. 5 6 (a) Written Responses: 7 8 (i) Request NSP to sh...
AI summary The document outlines requests made by Patrick Bowman and Melissa Davies on behalf of an Independent Generator (IG) during a Position Session. The requests pertain to the impact of the MEU proposal on the cost of service, functionalization of IT investments, and modifications to energy modeling scenarios involving PHP ATL and PHP BTL.
CONFIDENTIAL (Attachments Only) 1 (iv) Please refer to the following spreadsheet uploaded to the FTP site on October 31, 2 2024: 3 • 00-GRA 2023 COSS 2. Inter Gen (Lingan TC) CONF 4 • 00-GRA 2023 BCF 2. Inter Gen (Lingan TC) CONF PARTIALLY...
AI summary This document references a Cost of Service Study Process (NSUARB M11475) and NSPI's responses to data requests from an Independent Generator (IG). It also mentions spreadsheet files uploaded to an FTP site on October 31, 2024, related to a GRA (Generation Resource Assessment) for 2023 and a BCF (Balancing Contract Framework).
REDACTED 1 Request DR-30: 2 3 Provide a model run that incorporates all of NSPI's lastest changes to its proposed COSS 4 positions that would apply post 2030 (ie. incorporating all currently planned plant fuel 5 conversions and all plant r...
AI summary A request (DR-30) is made for a model run that incorporates NSPI's latest changes to its proposed Cost of Service Study (COSS), including post-2030 plant fuel conversions, retirements, and the treatment of PHP load as an above-the-line customer. The response refers to confidential attachments that have been removed due to confidentiality.
Cost of Service Study Process (NSUARB M11475) NSPI Responses to SBA Data Requests 1 Request DR-6: 2 3 Provide an electronic searchable copy of NS Power's most recent approved Chart of 4 Accounts. 5 6 Response DR-6: 7 8 Please refer to Atta...
AI summary NSP provided a response to a data request for an electronic searchable copy of its most recent approved Chart of Accounts, referring to Attachment 1 from M11090 – Annual and Regulated Financial Statements – 2022.
COSS SBA DR-6 Attachment 1 Page 4 of 24 171050 LT DIT ASSET LIABILITY FAM 172050 LT DERIV ASSET HFT 172350 LT DERIV ASSET HFT TREASURY 173050 DEFERRED PENSION RETIREE BENEFIT 180050 LT REG ASSET UNAMORT DEFEASANCE COSTS 180450 LT REG ASSET...
AI summary The document presents a list of long-term assets and liabilities, including deferred pension benefits, regulatory deferrals, and various financial instruments, as part of a regulatory proceeding related to cost of capital and other studies.
COSS SBA DR-6 Attachment 1 Page 5 of 24 212150 AP LIFE ADD 212250 AP DC PENSION 212300 AP DB PENSION 212350 AP CHARITY DONATIONS EMPLOYEES 212355 AP CHARITY DONATIONS EMPLOYEES IWK 212400 AP SOCIAL CLUB DUES 212500 AP UNION DUES LIVING AWA...
AI summary The document lists various accounts and liabilities, including pension funds, union dues, tax payables, and accrued liabilities. These entries are part of financial records related to Nova Scotia Power and other entities.
COSS SBA DR-6 Attachment 1 Page 15 of 24 533550 INSURANCE 533700 CORPORATE CREDIT CARD CLEARING 533750 RENT 533800 FLEET REPAIRS 533850 NON REGULATORY COST RECOVERY 533900 COST RECOVERY 533950 COST RECOVERY PREFERRED COMPENSATION UNITS 534...
AI summary This document lists various cost categories and financial items related to corporate and operational expenses, including insurance, rent, fleet repairs, warranty service contracts, training development, commissions, write-offs, and others. These items are likely part of a financial or regulatory filing related to cost recovery and corporate operations.
COSS SBA DR-6 Attachment 1 Page 16 of 24 536700 RELOCATION EXPENSE 560050 GRANTS IN LIEU OF TAXES 562050 DEPRECIATION EXPENSE 562100 ACCRETION EXPENSE 563050 AMORTIZATION OF DEFERRED TAXES 563100 REGULATORY AMORTIZATION UNUSUAL ITEMS DEFER...
AI summary The document presents a list of expense and income categories, including depreciation, interest, taxes, and grants, as well as a line of business segment description. It appears to be a financial statement or related regulatory filing, with some sections redacted due to confidentiality.
3.2.1 Natural Gas - Natural Gas Consumed - Financial Instruments used for Hedging (including gains, losses, fees and interest charges) - Pipeline Reservation Fees, Tolls, Penalties (such as imbalance charges) - Pipeline Losses - Natural Ga...
AI summary This section outlines key financial and operational aspects related to natural gas, including consumption, hedging strategies, pipeline-related costs, and storage fees.
- Financial Instruments used for Hedging (including gains, losses, fees and interest charges) 502700 REG PURCHASED POWER 502750 REG PURCHASED POWER FX 502800 REG PURCHASED POWER COMMODITY DERIVATIVES COSS SBA DR-7 Attachment 1 Page 18 of 3...
AI summary The text lists financial instruments used for hedging, including REG Purchased Power, REG Purchased Power FX, and REG Purchased Power Commodity Derivatives, as part of a cost of service study related to a general rate application.
PARTIALLY CONFIDENTIAL 2026-2027 GRA Direct Evidence Appendix 12A(2) Page 1212 of 1218 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) COSS SBA DR-7 Attachment 1 Page 33 of 33 FAM POA Main Document (Redline) – Revision 11 / February 2023 Prior...
AI summary The document outlines various financial and operational terms related to energy management and billing, including accumulated interest, balancing account adjustments, purchased power costs, system requirements, real-time pricing charges, and water royalties. These terms are used in the context of rate calculations and financial reporting for energy providers.
Differences in Transmission Revenue Requirements Expense (In thousands of 2013 2014 dollars) OATT COSS % Var OATT COSS % Var Operating, Maintenance and General OM&G) $26,586 $26,104 2% $26,762 $26,286 2% Depreciation $24,072 $26,167 -8% $2...
AI summary The text presents tables comparing transmission revenue requirements for different years, highlighting changes in expenses such as operating, maintenance, depreciation, and fixed cost recovery deferral between OATT and COSS for 2013, 2014, and 2023. The data shows significant variations in expense percentages and amounts over time.
OATT Net Plant Value Share Applicable Value Transmission $833.8 Plus Applicable Share of General Property $444.6 20.4% $90.9 Working Capital $648.7 20.4% $132.6 Total $1,057.2 NPV WACC Interest $1,057.2 2.84% $30.06 Common $1,057.2 3.72% $...
AI summary The document discusses the calculation of Net Plant Value (NPV) and its components, including Transmission, General Property, Working Capital, and their applicable shares. It highlights a difference in interest tax returns due to the use of a formulaic approach under OATT versus functionalization based on shares in the service area rate base.
COSS Net Plant Value System NPV Transmission NPV Amount Cumulative Applicable Share Amount Cumulative % Share in System Cumulative Service Areas $4,079.5 $4,079.5 $833.8 $833.8 General Property $444.6 $4,524.1 20.4% $90.86 $924.7 20.4% Wor...
AI summary The text presents a table detailing Net Plant Value, System NPV, and Transmission NPV, including figures for Service Areas, General Property, Working Capital, and Operating Expenses. It also includes expense allocations such as Interest, Common, Income Tax, Grants in Lieu, and Misc Rev Credit, along with their respective shares and amounts.
• 2023 as corrected after being filed Asset Category Generation Related Transmission Assets: Gross Plant (Note 1) Net Plant (Note 1) OM&G Expense Depreciation Expense Int., Taxes & Return Exp FCR Deferral Total Expenses Step Up Transformer...
AI summary The document presents tables with financial and operational data related to transmission assets, including Gross Plant, Net Plant, OM&G expenses, depreciation, and total expenses for various asset categories in 2023. The data is corrected and amended, showing figures for Generation Related Transmission Assets, Bulk Network, and Scheduling, System Control & Dispatch.
2026-2027 GRA Direct Evidence Appendix 12A(5) 1 Page 2 of 31 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED)
AI summary This document is a redacted page from a general rate application (GRA) appendix, part of a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia. It includes confidential information and appears to be part of a larger submission related to rate-setting and financial considerations.
N-142026-2027 GRA OP 01-15 - Redacted
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Significant changes in the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets between June 30, 2025 and December 31, 2024 include: millions of dollars Increase (Decrease) Explanation Assets Receivables, net $ 145 Increased due to timing of activity Inc...
AI summary The condensed consolidated balance sheets show significant changes between June 30, 2025, and December 31, 2024, including increases in receivables, income taxes receivable, and inventory, and decreases in derivative instruments and regulatory liabilities. These changes are attributed to factors such as timing of activity, clean technology investment tax credits, and capital investment.
Cash Flow from Financing Activities Net cash provided by financing activities increased $331 million to $211 million in 2025 compared to net cash used in financing activities of $120 million in 2024 primarily due to issuance of short-term...
AI summary Net cash provided by financing activities increased to $211 million in 2025 from $120 million in 2024 due to short-term debt issuance, net borrowings, and higher proceeds from long-term debt, partially offset by capital returns and debt retirements.
NSPI has a contractual obligation to pay NSP Maritime Link Inc. ("NSPML"), a related party, for the use of the Maritime Link over approximately 38 years from its January 15, 2018, in-service date. On November 29, 2024, NSPML received NSEB...
AI summary NSPI is required to pay NSPML for the use of the Maritime Link over 38 years. NSEB approved NSPML to collect up to $197 million from NSPI in 2025, including $158 million from the annual cost assessment and $39 million for repaying a federal loan guarantee.
Guarantees and Letters of Credit As at June 30, 2025, the Company had $7 million USD and $4 million CAD of letters of credit outstanding (December 31, 2024 - $7 million USD and $3 million CAD). As at June 30, 2025, the Company had $89 mill...
AI summary As of June 30, 2025, the Company had $7 million USD and $4 million CAD in letters of credit outstanding, and $89 million USD in guarantees issued on behalf of NSPEMI, down from $104 million USD in 2024.
DISCLOSURE AND INTERNAL CONTROLS In accordance with National Instrument 52-109, Certification of Disclosure in Issuers' Annual and Interim Filings, the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer of the Company will file a Venture...
AI summary The document outlines the requirements for the Venture Issuer Basic Certificate under National Instrument 52-109, specifying that it does not require representations about internal controls over financial reporting or the reliability of financial statements.
2026-2027 GRA OP-01 Attachment 1 Page 13 of 13 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) The issuer's certifying officers are responsible for ensuring that processes are in place to provide them with sufficient knowledge to support the r...
AI summary The certifying officers of the issuer are responsible for ensuring proper processes to support their representations in the certificate. Limitations in the design and implementation of DC&P and ICFR could lead to risks affecting the quality and reliability of financial filings and reports under securities legislation.
Nova Scotia Power Inc. Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Unaudited) For the Six months ended June 30 millions of dollars 2025 2024 Operating activities Net income $ 116 $ 75 Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash pr...
AI summary The condensed consolidated statements of cash flows for Nova Scotia Power Inc. for the six months ended June 30, 2025, and 2024, show net income of $116 million and $75 million, respectively. Net cash provided by operating activities was $95 million in 2025 and $296 million in 2024. Investing activities used $298 million in 2025 and $216 million in 2024. Financing activities provided $211 million in 2025 and used $120 million in 2024.
Nova Scotia Power Inc. Condensed Consolidated Statements of Changes in Equity (Unaudited) Common Retained Total millions of dollars Stock AOCL Earnings Equity For the three months ended June 30, 2025 Balance, March 31, 2025 $ 1,258 $ (12)...
AI summary The document presents condensed consolidated statements of changes in equity for Nova Scotia Power Inc. for the periods ending June 30, 2025, and June 30, 2024, showing changes in common stock, accumulated other comprehensive loss (AOCL), retained earnings, and total equity. It includes balances, net income, other comprehensive income/loss, and issuance of common stock.
Use of Management Estimates The preparation of unaudited condensed consolidated interim financial statements in accordance with USGAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions. These may affect the reported amounts of assets a...
AI summary The preparation of unaudited condensed consolidated interim financial statements under USGAAP requires management estimates and assumptions, particularly in areas such as rate-regulated assets, pension benefits, and asset retirement obligations. These estimates are evaluated based on historical experience and current conditions, with adjustments recognized in income when they occur. No material changes were noted compared to the 2024 annual financial statements.
7. RECEIVABLES, NET As at millions of dollars June 30 2025 December 31 2024 Customer accounts receivable – billed $ 289 $ 142 Customer accounts receivable – unbilled 198 202 Total customer accounts receivable 487 344 Allowance for credit l...
AI summary The document provides a summary of receivables, net, as of June 30, 2025, and December 31, 2024, including customer accounts receivable (billed and unbilled), allowance for credit losses, cash collateral position on derivative instruments, and other receivables.
Derivative assets and liabilities receiving regulatory deferral consisted of the following: Derivative Assets Derivative Liabilities As at June 30 December 31 June 30 December 31 millions of dollars 2025 2024 2025 2024 Current Commodity sw...
AI summary The text provides a detailed breakdown of derivative assets and liabilities as of June 30 and December 31 for 2024 and 2025, categorized as current or long-term based on the maturities of the underlying contracts.
2026-2027 GRA OP-01 Attachment 02 Page 13 of 19 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) For the Six months ended Six months ended millions of dollars June 30, 2025 June 30, 2024 Commodity Foreign Commodity Foreign swaps and exchange sw...
AI summary The table presents financial data related to unrealized and realized gains and losses in regulatory assets and liabilities, as well as changes in derivative instruments for the six months ended June 30, 2025 and 2024. It includes figures for commodity swaps, forwards, and foreign exchange forwards.
millions 2025 2026-2027 Commodity swaps and forwards purchases: Natural gas (MMBtu) 6 11 Power (MWh) 2 5 As at June 30, 2025, the Company had the following notional volumes of foreign exchange forward contracts designated for regulatory de...
AI summary The document outlines the notional volumes of commodity swaps and forwards purchases for natural gas and power, as well as foreign exchange forward contracts designated for regulatory deferral, with expected settlement periods in 2025 and 2026-2027. It also mentions credit risk as a relevant consideration.
2026-2027 GRA OP-01 Attachment 02 Page 14 of 19 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) It is possible that volatility in commodity prices could cause the Company to have material credit risk exposures with one or more counterparties....
AI summary The document discusses the Company's credit risk management strategies, including transacting with counterparties, obtaining cash deposits, and entering into commodity master arrangements. It also notes the amount of past due financial assets and the allowance for credit losses.
Cash Collateral Derivatives, as reflected on the Consolidated Balance Sheets, are not offset by the fair value amounts of cash collateral with the same counterparty. Rights to reclaim cash collateral are recognized in "Receivables, net" an...
AI summary The document discusses the company's cash collateral position related to derivatives, noting a receivable of $24 million as of June 30, 2025, and the potential for increased collateral requirements if credit conditions deteriorate, with the fair value of derivatives in a liability position at $30 million.
9. FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS The Company is required to determine the fair value of all derivatives except those which qualify for the NPNS exception and uses a market approach to do so. The three levels of the fair value hierarchy are defin...
AI summary The Company determines the fair value of derivatives using a market approach, with three levels of hierarchy: Level 1 uses quoted prices in active markets, Level 2 uses similar prices with adjustments, and Level 3 uses unobservable inputs when other data is unavailable.
The following tables set out the classification of the methodology used by the Company to fair value its derivatives: As at June 30, 2025 millions of dollars Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Total Assets Regulatory deferral: Commodity swaps and for...
AI summary The text provides a detailed breakdown of the fair value classification of derivatives and long-term debt by the Company as of June 30, 2025, and December 31, 2024. It categorizes these financial instruments into Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3, showing assets and liabilities under regulatory deferral for commodity swaps, forwards, and foreign exchange forwards. Long-term debt is also measured at fair value using Level 2 methods.
Net periodic costs prior to the effects of capitalization consisted of the following: For the Three months ended Six months ended millions of dollars June 30 June 30 2025 2024 2025 2024 Defined benefit pension plans Service cost $ 3 $ 3 $...
AI summary The text presents a table detailing net periodic costs related to defined benefit pension plans and non-pension benefits plans for the three and six months ended June 30, 2025, and 2024. It includes service costs, expected return on plan assets, interest costs, and amortization of actuarial losses.
2026-2027 GRA OP-01 Attachment 02 Page 17 of 19 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) For the three months ended June 30, 2025, NSPI issued 0.04 million common shares (2024 – 0.04 million common shares) to Emera for total considerati...
AI summary NSPI issued 0.04 million common shares to Emera for $0.4 million in both the three and six months ended June 30, 2025. Additionally, NSPI returned $340 million of capital to Emera without reducing the number of shares outstanding. As of June 30, 2025, NSPI owed $179 million to Emera and affiliates, up from $150 million as of December 31, 2024.
C. Principal Financial Risks and Uncertainties For information on principal financial risks and uncertainties which could materially affect the Company in the normal course of business, refer to note 20 in NSPI's 2024 annual audited consol...
AI summary The document references note 20 of NSPI's 2024 annual audited consolidated financial statements for information on principal financial risks and uncertainties. No material changes have occurred as of June 30, 2025, and additional details on derivatives and fair value measurements are provided in notes 8 and 9.
D. Guarantees and Letters of Credit As at June 30, 2025, the Company had $7 million USD and $4 million CAD of letters of credit outstanding (December 31, 2024 - $7 million USD and $3 million CAD). As at June 30, 2025, the Company had $89 m...
AI summary As of June 30, 2025, the Company had $7 million USD and $4 million CAD in letters of credit outstanding, along with $89 million USD in guarantees, all issued on behalf of NSPEMI. These figures show a decrease from the previous year.
13. REDEEMABLE PREFERRED STOCK On August 30, 2024, NSPI authorized 800,000 redeemable preferred shares and issued 400,000 redeemable preferred shares ("Series A") at a par value of $25 per share to finance the Battery Energy Storage System...
AI summary NSPI issued 400,000 redeemable preferred shares (Series A) at a par value of $25 per share to finance the Battery Energy Storage System Project. These shares are accounted for as a liability on the balance sheets, and dividends are recorded as interest expense.
16. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS These unaudited condensed consolidated interim financial statements and notes reflect NSPI's evaluation of events occurring subsequent to the balance sheet date through August 8, 2025, the date the financial statement...
AI summary This section discusses subsequent events affecting NSPI's unaudited condensed consolidated interim financial statements, covering events from the balance sheet date up to August 8, 2025.
Adjusted Item Impacting All Periods Mark-to-market ("MTM") Adjustments: Management believes excluding from net income the effect of MTM valuations and changes thereto, until settlement, better aligns the intent and financial effect of thes...
AI summary Management proposes excluding mark-to-market adjustments from net income to better align financial reporting with cash flows, impacting performance evaluation and incentive compensation. Adjustments relate to commodity derivatives, equity income from Bear Swamp, equity securities, and FX hedges.
Adjusting Item Impacting 2025: Charges Related to the Pending Sale of NMGC: On August 5, 2024, Emera entered into an agreement to sell NMGC. In Q2 2025, the Company recognized a $71 million non-cash impairment charge, after-tax, and an add...
AI summary In Q2 2025, Emera recognized a $71 million non-cash impairment charge and an additional $1 million loss in estimated transaction costs related to the pending sale of NMGC, which was agreed upon on August 5, 2024.
Adjusting Item Impacting 2024: Gain on Sale of Emera's Indirect Minority Interest in the Labrador Island Link ("Gain on sale of LIL"): In Q2 2024, Emera recognized a $107 million gain, after tax and transaction costs, on the sale of LIL. F...
AI summary In Q2 2024, Emera recognized a $107 million gain, after tax and transaction costs, on the sale of its indirect minority interest in the Labrador Island Link. Further details are provided in the 'Significant Items Affecting Earnings' section.
EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA Earnings before interest, income taxes, depreciation and amortization ("EBITDA") and adjusted EBITDA are non-GAAP financial measures used by Emera. These financial measures are used by numerous investors and lend...
AI summary EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA are non-GAAP financial measures used by Emera to assess operating performance and debt-servicing capability. Adjusted EBITDA excludes specific adjustments such as MTM adjustments, charges from the pending sale of NMGC, and a 2024 gain on the sale of LIL.
Charges Related to the Pending Sale of NMGC In Q2 2025, Emera recognized a non-cash impairment charge of $75 million ($71 million after-tax, or $0.24 per common share) related to the remeasurement of the NMGC disposal group to fair value (...
AI summary In Q2 2025, Emera recognized a non-cash impairment charge of $75 million related to the pending sale of NMGC, recorded in the 'Impairment Charge' line item on the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income. The charge was due to the remeasurement of the NMGC disposal group to fair value less costs to sell.
2026-2027 GRA OP-01 Attachment 3 Page 8 of 31 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) For the Six months ended June 30 millions of dollars 2025 2024 Operating cash flow before changes in working capital $ 1,306 $ 1,244 Changes in worki...
AI summary The document presents cash flow and balance sheet data for the six months ended June 30, 2025, and December 31, 2025. Operating cash flow decreased from 1,193 million to 799 million, while investing cash flow was negative at 1,672 million. Total assets decreased slightly to 42,531 million, and total long-term debt remained nearly unchanged at 18,423 million.
Florida Electric Utility TEC anticipates earning within the upper half of its ROE range in 2025. As a result of new base rates effective January 1, 2025, TEC's 2025 USD earnings are expected to be higher than in 2024. TEC expects customer...
AI summary TEC anticipates earning within the upper half of its ROE range in 2025, with higher USD earnings expected due to new base rates effective January 1, 2025. Customer growth rates in 2025 are expected to be comparable to 2024, reflecting Florida's economic growth. The text also mentions adjustments to net income and MTM losses and gains for the periods ending June 30, 2025.
Significant changes in the Consolidated Balance Sheets between December 31, 2024 and June 30, 2025 include: Total millions of dollars Increase (Decrease) Explanation of Increase (Decrease) Assets Derivative instruments (current and long-te...
AI summary The Consolidated Balance Sheets show significant changes between December 31, 2024, and June 30, 2025, including increases in derivative instruments and receivables, decreases in regulatory assets and goodwill, and changes in liabilities and equity due to FX translation, debt issuance, and impairment charges.
Pending Sale of NMGC On August 5, 2024, Emera entered into an agreement to sell its indirect wholly-owned subsidiary NMGC for a total enterprise value of approximately $1.3 billion USD, consisting of cash proceeds and the transfer of debt...
AI summary Emera has agreed to sell its subsidiary NMGC for approximately $1.3 billion USD. The assets and liabilities of NMGC were classified as held for sale in Q3 2024, leading to a non-cash impairment charge of $75 million recorded in Q2 2025. The transaction is expected to close in early 2026, with depreciation continuing to be reflected in customer rates.
Florida Electric Utility Three months ended Six months ended For the June 30 June 30 millions of USD (except as indicated) 2025 2024 2025 2024 Operating revenues – regulated electric $ 839 $ 672 $ 1,488 $ 1,220 Regulated fuel for generatio...
AI summary The document presents financial data for Florida Electric Utility and Canadian Electric Utilities, including operating revenues, fuel costs, and contribution to consolidated net income for the periods ending June 30, 2025, and 2024. It highlights the impact of foreign exchange rates on CAD earnings and provides details on changes in operating revenues, fuel costs, and other financial factors.
Canadian Electric Utilities' contribution to consolidated net income is summarized in the following table: Three months ended Six months ended For the June 30 June 30 millions of dollars 2025 2024 2025 2024 NSPI $ 6 $ 18 $ 116 $ 75 Equity...
AI summary The text presents Canadian Electric Utilities' contribution to consolidated net income for the periods ending June 30, 2025, and June 30, 2024, highlighting factors such as increased operating revenue, changes in generation mix, and the impact of the sale of LIL on equity investments.
Other Electric Utilities Three months ended Six months ended For the June 30 June 30 millions of USD (except as indicated) 2025 2024 2025 2024 Operating revenues – regulated electric $ 104 $ 104 $ 196 $ 196 Regulated fuel for generation an...
AI summary The text provides financial data for Other Electric Utilities, including operating revenues, regulated fuel costs, and contributions to consolidated adjusted net income for the periods ending June 30, 2025 and 2024. It also mentions the minimal impact of foreign exchange rate changes on CAD earnings and details income tax expenses and MTM gains.
Other Three months ended Six months ended For the June 30 June 30 millions of dollars 2025 2024 2025 2024 Marketing and trading margin (1) (2) $ (19) $ (31) $ 101 $ 49 Other non-regulated operating revenue 7 6 16 15 Total operating revenue...
AI summary The document presents financial data for the three and six months ended June 30, 2025, and 2024, highlighting marketing and trading margin, other non-regulated operating revenue, and various gains and losses related to asset sales and market timing. These figures provide insight into the financial performance of the non-regulated operations.
Highlights of the net income changes are summarized in the following table: For the Three months ended Six months ended millions of dollars June 30 June 30 Contribution to consolidated net (loss) income – 2024 $ (152) $ (225) Increased mar...
AI summary The table outlines changes in net income for the company over three and six months, highlighting factors such as increased marketing and trading margins, decreased OM&G due to gains on long-term incentive hedges, increased interest expense from higher debt, and charges related to the pending sale of NMGC and gain on sale of LIL.
LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES The Company generates internally sourced cash from its various regulated and non-regulated energy investments. Utility customer bases are diversified by both sales volumes and revenues among customer classes...
AI summary Emera generates cash from regulated and non-regulated energy investments, with liquidity sufficient to meet near-term capital needs and debt obligations. The company has a capital investment plan of approximately $20 billion from 2025 to 2029, supported by operations, debt, equity, and the pending sale of NMGC. Credit facilities provide significant liquidity, and the company maintains a cash balance of $204 million as of June 30, 2025.
As at June 30, 2025, contractual commitments for each of the next five years and in aggregate thereafter consisted of the following: millions of dollars 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 Thereafter Total Long-term debt principal (1)(2) $ 23 $ 1,257...
AI summary As of June 30, 2025, the document outlines contractual obligations for the next five years and beyond, including long-term debt, interest payments, purchased power, transportation, fuel, capital projects, and other commitments. These obligations are expected to be transferred to the buyer upon the completion of the sale of NMGC.
Credit Undrawn and millions of dollars in currency as noted below Maturity Facilities Utilized Available In CAD: Emera – committed revolving credit facility June 2029 $ 1,300 $ 821 $ 479 NSPI – committed revolving credit facility June 2029...
AI summary The document outlines various credit facilities and their utilization status for Emera and its subsidiaries, including details on maturity dates, committed and non-revolving facilities, and amounts utilized and available. It also notes that the company is in compliance with its covenants as of June 30, 2025.
Guarantees and Letters of Credit Emera's guarantees and letters of credit are consistent with those disclosed in the Company's 2024 annual MD&A, with material updates as noted below: Emera, on behalf of Brunswick Pipeline, issued a standby...
AI summary Emera has issued standby letters of credit totaling $22 million for Brunswick Pipeline and $70 million for NSPI's supplementary retirement plan. These letters of credit are consistent with disclosures in the 2024 annual MD&A and have been updated with new terms and amounts.
CRITICAL ACCOUNTING ESTIMATES The preparation of unaudited condensed consolidated interim financial statements in accordance with USGAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions. These may affect the reported amounts of assets...
AI summary The document discusses critical accounting estimates used in the preparation of unaudited condensed consolidated interim financial statements under USGAAP. Key areas include rate-regulated assets, pension benefits, unbilled revenue, asset retirement obligations, and impairment assessments. In Q2 2025, a $75 million CAD non-cash impairment charge was recognized related to the pending sale of NMGC.
Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures In December 2023, the FASB issued ASU 2023-09, Income Taxes (Topic 740): Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures. The standard enhances the transparency, decision usefulness and effectiveness of income...
AI summary In December 2023, the FASB issued ASU 2023-09, which enhances income tax disclosures by requiring more detailed and consistent reporting. The standard will be effective for annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2024, with early adoption permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of the standard on its financial disclosures.
Emera Incorporated Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Unaudited) Three months ended Six months ended For the June 30 June 30 millions of dollars 2025 2024 2025 2024 Net income $ 154 $ 147 $ 755 $ 372 Other comprehen...
AI summary The condensed consolidated statements of comprehensive income for Emera Incorporated show net income of $154 million for the three months ended June 30, 2025, and $755 million for the six months ended June 30, 2025. Other comprehensive income (loss) includes foreign currency translation adjustments and unrealized gains and losses on various financial instruments.
Emera Incorporated Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (Unaudited) – Continued As at June 30 December 31 millions of dollars 2025 2024 Liabilities and Equity Current liabilities Short-term debt (note 18) $ 1,735 $ 1,400 Current portion o...
AI summary The text provides condensed consolidated balance sheets for Emera Incorporated as of June 30, 2025, and December 31, 2024, outlining liabilities, equity, and related notes. The data includes short-term and long-term debt, regulatory liabilities, and equity components.
Emera Incorporated Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Unaudited) For the Six months ended June 30 millions of dollars 2025 2024 Operating activities Net income $ 755 $ 372 Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provi...
AI summary The document presents the condensed consolidated statements of cash flows for Emera Incorporated for the six months ended June 30, 2025, and 2024, showing net cash provided by operating activities, investing activities, and financing activities, along with changes in cash and cash equivalents.
Emera Incorporated Notes to the Condensed Consolidated Interim Financial Statements (Unaudited) As at June 30, 2025 and 2024
AI summary The document provides notes to the condensed consolidated interim financial statements of Emera Incorporated as of June 30, 2025, and 2024. It includes accounting policies, standards, and other financial-related information relevant to the company's financial position.
Use of Management Estimates The preparation of unaudited condensed consolidated interim financial statements in accordance with USGAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions. These may affect the reported amounts of assets a...
AI summary The document discusses the use of management estimates in the preparation of unaudited condensed consolidated interim financial statements under USGAAP. Key areas include rate-regulated assets, pension benefits, unbilled revenue, and impairment charges. A significant impairment charge of $75 million CAD was recognized in Q2 2025 related to the pending sale of NMGC.
(2) Segment net income is reported on a basis that includes internally allocated financing costs of $8 million for the three months ended June 30, 2025, and $14 million for the six months ended June 30, 2025 between the Gas Utilities and I...
AI summary The text discusses the inclusion of internally allocated financing costs in the segment net income for the Gas Utilities and Infrastructure and Other segments, reporting figures of $8 million for the three months ended June 30, 2025, and $14 million for the six months ended June 30, 2025.
Remaining Performance Obligations: Remaining performance obligations primarily represent gas transportation contracts, lighting contracts, and long-term steam supply arrangements with fixed contract terms. As of June 30, 2025, the aggregat...
AI summary Remaining performance obligations include gas transportation, lighting, and long-term steam supply contracts. As of June 30, 2025, the total was $458 million, with $124 million tied to a 2040 gas transportation contract. Revenue recognition is expected through 2045, excluding short-term and variable contracts.
Emera accounts for its variable interest investment in NSPML as an equity investment (note 23). NSPML's consolidated summarized balance sheet is as follows: As at June 30 December 31 millions of dollars 2025 2024 Current assets $ 31 $ 37 P...
AI summary Emera accounts for its investment in NSPML as an equity investment. NSPML's balance sheet shows total assets of $2,244 million as of June 30, 2025, with long-term debt of $1,524 million, partially guaranteed by the Government of Canada.
8. OTHER INCOME, NET Three months ended Six months ended For the June 30 June 30 millions of dollars 2025 2024 2025 2024 FX gains (losses) $ 44 $ (19) $ 40 $ (22) AFUDC - equity 19 12 37 21 Interest income 10 4 20 9 Pension non-service cos...
AI summary The section presents financial data for Other Income, Net, including FX gains, AFUDC, interest income, and other items for the periods ending June 30, 2025 and 2024. It highlights a significant gain on the sale of LIL and a pending sale of NMGC.
13. DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS The Company enters into futures, forwards, swaps and option contracts as part of its risk management strategy to limit exposure to: - commodity price fluctuations related to the purchase and sale of commodities i...
AI summary The Company uses various derivative instruments as part of its risk management strategy to mitigate exposure to commodity price fluctuations, FX fluctuations, interest rate fluctuations, and share price fluctuations. Derivatives are accounted for under different approaches, including NPNS exemption, hedge accounting, regulatory accounting, and HFT treatment.
Derivative assets and liabilities relating to the foregoing categories consisted of the following: Derivative Assets Derivative Liabilities As at June 30 December 31 June 30 December 31 millions of dollars 2025 2024 2025 2024 Regulatory de...
AI summary The text provides a detailed breakdown of derivative assets and liabilities as of June 30, 2025, and December 31, 2024, including regulatory deferral, HFT derivatives, and other derivatives. It also discusses the impact of master netting agreements and the classification of assets held for sale following the announced sale of NMGC.
Cash Flow Hedges On May 26, 2021, a treasury lock was settled for a gain of $19 million that is being amortized through interest expense over 10 years as the underlying hedged item settles. As of June 30, 2025, the unrealized gain in AOCI...
AI summary The text discusses the settlement of a treasury lock in 2021, resulting in a gain of $19 million amortized over 10 years. As of June 30, 2025, the unrealized gain in AOCI was $11 million after-tax, with $1 million reclassified into interest expense during the six months ended June 30, 2025. The company expects $2 million of unrealized gains in AOCI to be reclassified into net income within the next twelve months.
The Company has recorded the following changes with respect to derivatives receiving regulatory deferral: Commodity swaps and FX Commodity swaps and FX millions of dollars forwards forwards forwards forwards For the three months ended June...
AI summary The document outlines changes in derivative instruments related to regulatory deferral, including unrealized and realized gains and losses in regulatory assets and liabilities for the periods ending June 30, 2025 and 2024, both for three and six months.
As at June 30, 2025, the Company had equity derivatives in place to manage cash flow risk associated with forecasted future cash settlements of deferred compensation obligations and FX forwards in place to manage cash flow risk associated...
AI summary The Company has in place equity derivatives to manage cash flow risk related to deferred compensation obligations and FX forwards to manage USD cash inflows, with the equity derivatives covering 2.9 million shares and FX forwards totaling $520 million USD, expiring between 2025 and 2026.
The Company has recognized the following realized and unrealized gains (losses) with respect to other derivatives: millions of dollars FX forwards Equity derivatives FX forwards Equity derivatives For the three months ended June 30 2025 20...
AI summary The Company has recognized realized and unrealized gains and losses related to other derivatives for the three and six months ended June 30, 2025, with figures compared to 2024. The data includes unrealized gains and losses in OM&G and other income, as well as realized losses.
2026-2027 GRA OP-01 Attachment 4 Page 27 of 37 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) The Company assesses the potential for credit losses on a regular basis and, where appropriate, maintains provisions. With respect to counterparties...
AI summary The Company regularly assesses credit risk, monitors counterparties, and implements procedures to manage credit exposure. It manages commodity price, FX, and interest rate risks through transactions with counterparties and uses commodity master arrangements to mitigate credit risk. As of June 30, 2025, the Company had $206 million in past due financial assets, with an allowance for credit losses of $12 million.
The Company's cash collateral positions consisted of the following: As at June 30 December 31 millions of dollars 2025 2024 Cash collateral provided to others $ 129 $ 198 Cash collateral received from others $ 5 $ 5 Collateral is posted in...
AI summary The Company's cash collateral positions are outlined, showing amounts provided to and received from others as of June 30, 2025, and December 31, 2024. Collateral is posted based on the Company's credit rating and may be required under derivative agreements in the event of a credit-related event.
14. FV MEASUREMENTS The Company is required to determine the FV of all derivatives except those which qualify for the NPNS exemption (see note 13) and uses a market approach to do so. The three levels of the FV hierarchy are defined as fol...
AI summary The Company determines the fair value (FV) of derivatives using a market approach, following a three-level hierarchy. Level 1 uses quoted prices for identical assets and liabilities, Level 2 uses similar prices with adjustments, and Level 3 relies on unobservable or internally developed inputs when necessary.
2026-2027 GRA OP-01 Attachment 4 Page 30 of 37 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) As at December 31, 2024 millions of dollars Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Total Assets Regulatory deferral: Commodity swaps and forwards $ 15 $ 3 $ - $ 18...
AI summary The document presents a financial summary of assets and liabilities related to commodity and foreign exchange derivatives as of December 31, 2024. It highlights significant amounts in regulatory deferral and HFT derivatives, with total assets at $166 million and total liabilities at $617 million, resulting in a net liability of $451 million. A note mentions the pending sale of NMGC and its classification as held for sale.
The change in the FV of the Level 3 financial assets and liabilities was as follows: Three months ended June 30, 2025 Six months ended June 30, 2025 HFT Derivatives Natural HFT Derivatives Natural millions of dollars Power gas Total Power...
AI summary The document presents a table showing the change in the fair value (FV) of Level 3 financial assets and liabilities for the periods ending June 30, 2025, including natural gas and power derivatives. The data includes beginning balances, realized and unrealized gains or losses, and ending balances for both assets and liabilities.
Significant unobservable inputs used in the FV measurement of Emera's natural gas and power derivatives include third-party sourced pricing for instruments based on illiquid markets. Significant increases (decreases) in any of these inputs...
AI summary The text discusses the use of significant unobservable inputs in the fair value (FV) measurement of Emera's natural gas and power derivatives. These include third-party pricing, internally developed correlation factors, basis differentials, credit risk, and discount rates. The modelled pricing valuation technique is used for Level 3 derivative instruments.
June 30, 2025 As at Significant Weighted millions of dollars FV Unobservable Input Low High Average (1) Assets Liabilities HFT derivatives – Power 5 5 Third-party pricing $20.45 $143.95 $76.54 swaps and physical contracts HFT derivatives –...
AI summary The document provides a summary of financial instruments related to power and natural gas derivatives as of June 30, 2025, showing the weighted average of unobservable inputs for these assets and liabilities.
15. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS In the ordinary course of business, Emera provides energy and other services and enters into transactions with its subsidiaries, associates and other related companies on terms similar to those offered to non...
AI summary Emera engages in intercompany transactions with subsidiaries and related parties, including energy and service agreements. Key transactions include Maritime Link assessments, natural gas transportation capacity purchases, and asset sales. These transactions are reported in financial statements and are eliminated on consolidation, with exceptions for net profit between regulated and non-regulated entities.
18. SHORT-TERM DEBT Emera's short-term borrowings consist of commercial paper issuances, advances on revolving and nonrevolving credit facilities and short-term notes. For details regarding short-term debt, refer to note 24 in Emera's 2024...
AI summary Emera's short-term borrowings include commercial paper, credit facility advances, and short-term notes. Details are provided in note 24 of Emera's 2024 annual audited consolidated financial statements and discussed for 2025 financing activity.
19. LONG-TERM DEBT For details regarding long-term debt, refer to note 26 in Emera's 2024 annual audited consolidated financial statements, and below for 2025 long-term debt financing activity.
AI summary The section discusses long-term debt, directing readers to note 26 in Emera's 2024 annual audited consolidated financial statements and providing information on 2025 long-term debt financing activity.
C. Principal Financial Risks and Uncertainties For information on principal financial risks which could materially affect the Company in the normal course of business, refer to note 28 in Emera's 2024 annual audited consolidated financial...
AI summary The document references note 28 in Emera's 2024 annual audited consolidated financial statements for information on principal financial risks. It also mentions notes 13 and 14 for details on risks related to derivative instruments and FV measurements, and states there have been no material changes to these risks as of June 30, 2025.
D. Guarantees and Letters of Credit Emera's guarantees and letters of credit are consistent with those disclosed in the Company's 2024 audited annual consolidated financial statements, with material updates as noted below: Emera, on behalf...
AI summary Emera's guarantees and letters of credit include a $22 million standby letter for Brunswick Pipeline and a $70 million standby letter for NSPI's supplementary retirement plan, both with updated expiry dates and amounts as of June 30, 2025.
2. Quarterly test year figures are based on an allocation of the annual test year amounts as these amounts are not profiled quarterly. As at June 30 millions of Canadian dollars 2025(1) Unregulated Retained Earnings Unregulated retained ea...
AI summary This text provides quarterly test year figures for unregulated retained earnings, property, plant and equipment, other assets, deferred income taxes, and related parties for June 30, 2025. The figures are based on an allocation of annual test year amounts due to the lack of quarterly profiling. Certain adjustments are forecast due to a cybersecurity incident and its response.
Table of Contents (Cont'd) - ◼ Capital Additions Metrics - Capital Employed per Retail Customer - Total Plant Additions as Percent of Total Electric Plant - Total Plant Additions as Percent of Depreciation Expense - Production Additions as...
AI summary The document provides a table of contents for a regulatory proceeding, outlining various metrics related to capital additions, finance and accounting, human resources, supply chain, and information technology, as well as appendices covering technical details of energy infrastructure.
Presentation of Results – Corporate Support Metrics\ Pages presenting corporate support metrics (i.e., Finance & Accounting, HR, and Supply Chain) will resemble the figure below. - ◼ Top left chart: NSPI's results relative to the benchmark...
AI summary This section presents corporate support metrics for NSPI, including comparisons to peer groups, trends from 2019 to 2023, and observations based on benchmarking results. The data includes financial and accounting metrics, as well as contextual discussions.
2026-2027 GRA OP-03 Attachment 1 Page 63 of 87 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) Finance & Accounting Metrics
AI summary This section of the document outlines finance and accounting metrics relevant to the 2026-2027 GRA OP-03 proceeding. It includes financial data and accounting practices that are essential for evaluating the financial health and performance of the organization.
Asset Sales • Target asset sales of up to 15% of our funding plan to accelerate deleveraging and strengthen the balance sheet 1
AI summary The document mentions a target of asset sales up to 15% of the funding plan to accelerate deleveraging and strengthen the balance sheet.
Foreign Exchange and Interest Rate Exposure Foreign Exchange Exposure As of September 30, 2023 Approximate % of USD Earnings Hedged Rate 2023 70% 1.32 2024 48% 1.33 2025 27% 1.35 Interest Rate Exposure As of December 31, 2022 Notional amou...
AI summary The document outlines NSP's foreign exchange and interest rate exposure as of specific dates. It shows the percentage of USD earnings hedged and the rates for different years, as well as the notional amounts and percentages of total debt with variable rates and preferred shares.
Reducing holding company leverage - Reduced Holdco debt to total debt by 3% - Pursuing asset sales with proceeds available to retire holding company debt
AI summary The document outlines efforts to reduce holding company leverage by decreasing Holdco debt to total debt by 3% and pursuing asset sales to retire holding company debt.
NSPI - In January 2024, NSPI filed a proposal with the regulator for the Province to acquire $117M of the FAM balance. Providing timely recovery and easing customer burden - On February 23, 2024, Nova Scotia Clean Electricity Solutions Tas...
AI summary NSPI proposed the Province acquire $117M of the FAM balance in January 2024 to provide timely recovery and ease customer burden. The Nova Scotia Clean Electricity Solutions Task Force issued its final report on February 23, 2024.
Nova Scotia Power - In April 2024, the UARB approved the provincial government's proposal to acquire $117 million of the NSPI FAM balance and collect if from rate payers over 10 years - Proceeds were received on April 30th
AI summary In April 2024, the UARB approved the provincial government's proposal to acquire $117 million of the NSPI FAM balance, to be collected from rate payers over 10 years. Proceeds were received on April 30th.
Strong record of execution - Capital plan fully deployed in each of the last five years - Excluding the impact of asset sales in 2018, achieved annual adjusted EPS 1 growth of 4.7% over the last five years 2 and 5.3% over the last 3 years....
AI summary The document highlights a strong record of execution, including the full deployment of the capital plan over the last five years, consistent dividend increases, and EPS growth driven by strategic capital allocation and portfolio optimization.
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Project – NS Power - Received approval to develop three 50 MW, 4-hour grid-scaled battery facilities - Secured $111M in funding from Natural Resources Canada's 'Smart Renewables and Electrification Pat...
AI summary NS Power has received approval to develop three 50 MW, 4-hour grid-scaled battery facilities, secured funding from Natural Resources Canada, and entered into a financial agreement with the Canada Infrastructure Bank and Wskijnu'k Mtmo'taqnuow Agency Limited to enable Mi'kmaq communities to invest in the project.
2024 Credit Metric Forecast Cash Flow / Debt Dec 31, 2024 Forecast US GAAP View CFO / Debt Forecasted 2024 Including Rating Agencies Adjustments
AI summary The 2024 Credit Metric Forecast includes cash flow and debt projections under US GAAP, incorporating adjustments from rating agencies. Visual representations of these forecasts are provided in figures on page 53.
Completed Strategic Initiatives - 1 Closed $1.2B CAD Labrador Island Link transaction with proceeds used to reduce corporate debt and fund investments in our regulated utility businesses - 2 Replaced Holdco debt with $500M USD of hybrid no...
AI summary The document outlines completed strategic initiatives, including the closure of a major transaction, debt replacement, dividend growth rate adjustment, and the announcement of a sale agreement for a business unit, with proceeds used for debt reduction and investment.
CFO / Debt Forecasted 2024 Including Rating Agencies Adjustments
AI summary This section discusses the CFO and debt forecast for 2024, incorporating adjustments from rating agencies. It includes financial figures and projections relevant to Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s financial planning and performance.
Preferred Shares • Issued $500M USD of hybrid instruments
AI summary The document mentions the issuance of $500M USD in hybrid instruments related to preferred shares.
in millions of CAD As of June 30, 2024 Three months ended Six months ended Florida Electric $ (6) (6) Canadian Utilities 1 - Gas Utilities & Infrastructure 3 6 20 Other Electric (1) (1) Other 15 22 Total $ 15 35 Mitigating factors to regul...
AI summary The document presents financial data for various entities as of June 30, 2024, and mentions mitigating factors related to regulatory lag. It includes figures for Florida Electric, Canadian Utilities, Gas Utilities & Infrastructure, Other Electric, and Other, with totals for three and six months ended.
Delivering Meaningful Progress Towards Strengthening Balance Sheet Replaced Holdco debt with $500M USD of hybrid notes, treated as 50% equity Announced adjustment to Dividend Growth rate Closed $1.2B CAD Labrador Island Link transaction Fi...
AI summary The document outlines financial and capital strategies, including debt replacement with hybrid notes, dividend adjustments, and major transactions like the Labrador Island Link and NMGC sale. It also highlights capital spending plans and rate base growth projections.
Consolidated Debt (in millions) >40% Reduction to Floating Rate Exposure Material Reduction to Holding Company Debt Q4 2022 Q3 2024 Q3 2024 Proforma2
AI summary The document discusses a significant reduction in floating rate exposure and a material reduction in holding company debt, with figures presented for Q4 2022 and Q3 2024, including a proforma representation.
Debt refinancings (Millions in Local Currency) Minimal refinancing exposure to changing rates with manageable refinancing needs over the next 5 years Cost of debt expected to decrease modestly in 2025 driven by lower cost of short-term deb...
AI summary The text discusses Emera's debt refinancing strategy, noting a projected modest decrease in the cost of debt in 2025 due to lower short-term debt costs. The consolidated blended rate for 2025 is approximately 5%, and there is minimal refinancing exposure to changing rates with manageable needs over the next five years.
2026-2027 GRA OP-12 Attachment 1 Page 419 of 684 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) In millions 2023A 2024F 2025F 2026F 2027F 2028F 2029F 2023–2029 CAGR US OPERATIONS Tampa Electric 1.2 $10,200 $11,080 $12,030 $13,070 $14,130 $15,...
AI summary The document presents financial projections for US and Canadian operations from 2023 to 2029, including revenue and growth rates for various entities such as Tampa Electric, Peoples Gas, and Nova Scotia Power. The data includes assumptions about foreign exchange rates and capital structures, including deferred tax liabilities.
1 Includes an income tax recovery of $22 million for the three months ended December 2, 2024 and net of income tax expense of $53 million for the year ended December 31, 2024 (2023 – nil) 2 Net of income tax recovery of $6 million for the...
AI summary The text provides financial details including income tax recoveries and expenses for specific periods, as well as non-cash impairment charges and transaction costs for the year ended December 31, 2024. These figures are presented in USD and CAD.
5 Net of income tax recovery of $117 million recovery for the year ended December 31, 2024 (2023 – $68 million expense) 2 Net of income tax recovery of $6 million for the year ended December 31, 2024 (2023 – nil) 3 Represents (i) $206 mill...
AI summary The text provides details on various financial figures, including income tax recoveries and non-cash charges for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to 2023. These figures relate to accounting policies and financial instruments, highlighting the company's financial performance and adjustments.
Executive Summary Over the past year we have executed against our plan to improve our credit profile. Our actions have improved our FX normalized FFO adjusted leverage 1 ratio to 6.1x and reduced our proportion of holding company debt to a...
AI summary Over the past year, the company has improved its credit profile by reducing leverage and increasing exposure to premium regulatory jurisdictions. The company remains committed to maintaining its investment grade rating and has focused its portfolio on regulated utilities in Florida.
Funding Plan Supports Investment Grade Credit Ratings Reinvested cash flow is our primary source of funding
AI summary The document highlights that reinvested cash flow serves as the primary funding source, which is crucial for maintaining investment grade credit ratings.
$2.9B CAD of available liquidity 1 $4.9B CAD of cash and credit facilities across the portfolio Facilities are $2.0B drawn as of March 31, 2025
AI summary The document highlights a company's financial position, noting available liquidity of $2.9B CAD and total cash and credit facilities of $4.9B CAD, with $2.0B drawn as of March 31, 2025.
11% variable rate debt across the portfolio 1 Actions in 2024 to sell assets and raise equity significantly lowered exposure to variable rate debt Utilities have largely termed out their variable rate exposure and either have, or will have...
AI summary The document discusses the reduction in variable rate debt exposure by utilities through asset sales and equity raising in 2024. It notes that utilities have largely termed out their variable rate exposure and will incorporate interest expenses into rates by 2026. As of March 31, 2025, the exposure is at 11%.
FX NORMALIZED TRAILING 12 MONTHS CFO PRE-WC / DEBT 1 + HOLDCO / TOTAL DEBT - ✓ Sale of LIL 2 investment delivered $1.2B of proceeds 3 for Holdco deleveraging - ✓ Raised $0.9B of common equity content 4 - ✓ Securitized $617M of NSPI fuel co...
AI summary The text outlines financial activities and strategies related to debt management, including the sale of an investment, equity raises, securitization of fuel costs, and revenue collection from various projects. These actions are aimed at deleveraging and financial stability.
FX NORMALIZED CFO PRE-WC / DEBT 1 TRANSITION $185M USD of new base revenues at TEC , partially offset by rate base investment $700M USD of proceeds from NMGC sale used to retire Holdco debt $500M of thermal asset securitization reduces con...
AI summary The document discusses financial strategies including $185M USD in new base revenues at TEC, $700M USD from the NMGC sale to retire debt, and $500M from thermal asset securitization, which are expected to strengthen credit metrics and support the investment grade rating.
FX NORMALIZED TRAILING 12 MONTHS FFO / DEBT 1 + HOLDCO / TOTAL DEBT - ✓ Sale of LIL 3 investment delivered $1.2B of proceeds 4 for Holdco deleveraging - ✓ Raised $0.9B of common equity content 5 - ✓ Securitized $617M of NSPI fuel costs, an...
AI summary The text outlines financial activities and strategies related to debt management, including the sale of the Labrador Island Link investment, equity raises, securitization of fuel costs, and revenue collection from Tampa Electric and New Mexico Gas. These actions aim to deleverage Holdco and manage financial obligations from storms.
FX NORMALIZED FFO / DEBT1,2 TRANSITION $185M USD of new base revenues at TEC , partially offset by rate base investment $700M USD of proceeds from NMGC sale used to retire Holdco debt $500M of thermal asset securitization reduces consolida...
AI summary The document outlines financial transitions involving $185M USD in new base revenues at TEC, $700M USD from the NMGC sale used to retire debt, and $500M from thermal asset securitization, which are expected to strengthen credit metrics and support the investment grade rating.
FX Normalized Credit Metric Reconciliation FX NORMALIZED FFO / DEBT RECONCILIATION 2020 2021 2022 2023 Q1 2024 LTM Q2 2024 LTM Q3 2024 LTM Q4 2024 LTM Q1 2025 LTM Normalized FFO 1,661 1,611 1,790 1,813 1,803 1,818 1,872 1,943 2,160 Debt 15...
AI summary The document presents a reconciliation of FX normalized FFO (Fund From Operations) and debt metrics across various years and quarters, showing trends in normalized FFO, debt levels, FX normalization adjustments, and the resulting FFO/debt ratios. It also includes FX rate data and balance sheet rates for the same periods.
About Emera ~70% Adjusted net Income1 from our Florida Utilities2 6 High-quality regulated utilities3 $43B Total assets4 - 1. Based on 2024 adjusted net income, excluding corporate costs of $360M. Adjusted net income is a non-GAAP measure....
AI summary The document provides an overview of Emera, highlighting its adjusted net income from Florida Utilities, total assets, and key financial figures. It notes the exclusion of corporate costs and references the sale of NMGC, along with the use of non-GAAP measures for financial reporting.
Premium Portfolio of Regulated Utilities Focused in Florida - 1. Based on 2024 adjusted net income, excluding corporate costs of $360M. Adjusted net income is a non-GAAP measure. Please refer to appendix for reconciliation to reported earn...
AI summary The document discusses the 2024 adjusted net income of a premium portfolio of regulated utilities focused in Florida, excluding corporate costs of $360M. It also notes the breakdown of the Gas Utilities and Infrastructure segment due to the sale of NMGC and includes details on the average rate base for Florida and Atlantic Canada.
OUTLOOK Note: Proforma adjustment assumes the successful completion of the $1.3B USD (~$750M USD net) NMGC disposition in 2025 Represents range based on expected business performance Note: ON = Outlook Negative OS = Outlook Stable 1. Credi...
AI summary The outlook section discusses the financial implications of the NMGC disposition and provides a range based on expected business performance. It also notes a credit rating downgrade threshold.
Reinvested Cash Flows Growing cash from operations
AI summary The document discusses growing cash from operations, indicating an increase in the company's operational cash flow, which may be relevant for financial planning and investment decisions.
Asset Sales Pending close of $750M USD NMGC transaction 1. Due to the expected closing of the sale of New Mexico Gas, we do not expect to issue equity from the ATM in 2025
AI summary The document discusses the pending close of a $750M USD transaction involving the sale of New Mexico Gas Company (NMGC) and notes that equity issuance from the ATM is not expected in 2025 due to this transaction.
Cash Flow to Debt Refer to appendix for detailed schedule of NSPI's financial performance.
AI summary The text discusses the cash flow to debt for NSPI, referencing figures and a detailed schedule in the appendix. It includes visual elements such as images and a reference to financial performance data.
Path to 2030 NSPI has worked collaboratively with the Province to develop the 2030 Clean Power Plan to phase out coal and increase renewable generation to 80% of sales by 2030. The Plan is closely aligned with one of NSPI's Integrated Reso...
AI summary NSPI has developed the 2030 Clean Power Plan with the Province to phase out coal and increase renewable generation to 80% of sales by 2030. The plan includes investments in wind, solar, battery storage, and a 345kV reliability tie with New Brunswick, supported by federal funding and lower cost debt. However, the development of the Atlantic Loop has been paused due to supply chain challenges and the 2030 timeline.
Financial Performance - Growing cash flow profile supported by strong customer growth and tax benefits in support of energy storage investments. - Decreased debt and improved credit metrics in 2024 due to sale of $117 million FAM asset to...
AI summary The financial performance section highlights improved cash flow and credit metrics due to asset sales, federal fuel funding, and a successful General Rate Application, with forecasts of strong adjusted cash flow to debt and EBIT coverage ratios through 2026.
th opportunities across our portfolio. This included the sale of our equity interest in the Labrador-Island Link (completed in June) and the sale of New Mexico Gas (expected to close later this year.) In June, following the closing of the...
AI summary The company has sold equity interests in Labrador-Island Link and New Mexico Gas, adjusting its dividend growth target and rate base growth guidance. It reported strong share price performance and 6% growth in regulated utilities in 2024, with $849M in annual adjusted net income.
2024 Board and Committee membership Attendance Total • Board 9 of 9 100% • Health, Safety and Environment Committee (Chair) 3 of 3 100% • Management Resources and Compensation Committee 5 of 5 100% Total Attendance 17 of 17 100% Total comp...
AI summary The document outlines the 2024 attendance rates for various boards and committees, along with total compensation, DSU awards, and holdings of Emera Securities. All committees and the board achieved 100% attendance. Total compensation for 2024 was $320,500, with no additional compensation. DSUs awarded and held increased significantly in 2024, and the value of shares and DSUs held by Mr. Bertram exceeded the ownership guideline.
Mr. Harvey is an experienced energy industry leader and strategic thinker with deep financial knowledge and strong expertise in United States markets, making him a significant asset to Emera's Board. 2024 Board and Committee membership Att...
AI summary Mr. Harvey is a seasoned energy industry leader with financial expertise, contributing significantly to Emera's Board. He has full attendance across all 2024 board and committee meetings, with total compensation of $397,456 and DSU holdings valued at $1,663,913. His DSU ownership meets Emera's Director Share Ownership Guideline.
Ms. Loewen's deep financial and governance expertise are valuable assets for the Emera Board. 2024 Board and Committee membership Attendance Total • Board 9 of 9 100% • Audit Committee 5 of 5 100% • Health, Safety and Environment Committee...
AI summary The text discusses Ms. Loewen's financial and governance expertise, her attendance on various boards and committees in 2024, her total compensation, and the DSUs awarded and held. It also outlines the share ownership guideline for Emera directors.
ROLE OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE The Audit Committee assists the Board in discharging its oversight responsibilities concerning the integrity of Emera's financial statements, its internal control systems, the internal audit and assurance proces...
AI summary The Audit Committee assists the Board in overseeing financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance. It reviews financial statements, manages external and internal auditors, and evaluates financial risks and controls, including investment and pension plan management.
ACTIVITIES OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE IN 2024 The Audit Committee met five (5) times in 2024. In accordance with its mandate as set out in the Audit Committee Charter, the Audit Committee performed the following key functions in 2024: - 1. Rev...
AI summary The Audit Committee met five times in 2024 and performed various functions including reviewing accounting and disclosure issues, credit and market price risk reports, tax reports, compliance reports, and financial statements. They also evaluated the performance of the Chief Financial Officer and external auditors, and approved updates to internal audit policies and fees for EY.
2.9 Additional Information Additional information relating to the Company may be found on the System for Electronic Data Analysis and Retrieval ("SEDAR+") at www.sedarplus.com . The Company's financial information is contained in its compa...
AI summary This section provides information on where to find the Company's financial information, including links to SEDAR+ and instructions on how to obtain copies of financial statements and management's discussion and analysis. It also clarifies that references to the website are inactive and not incorporated by reference.
3.1 Message from the Management Resources and Compensation Committee to Our Shareholders Dear Shareholder. In 2024, the Emera team made significant progress in advancing the corporate strategy through the execution of key transactions, inc...
AI summary The Management Resources and Compensation Committee (MRCC) outlines Emera's executive compensation strategy, emphasizing alignment with performance, share price, and corporate objectives. The MRCC oversees compensation programs and ensures compliance with governance principles and regulations.
quires judgement at times. Therefore, the Board reserves the right to adjust incentive payouts in either direction to satisfy itself that there is close alignment between performance and compensation. For the 2024 Financial portion of the...
AI summary The Board adjusted the 2024 Financial portion of the Emera Corporate Scorecard to neutralize the impact of timing differences in fuel and storm cost recoveries and the strategic asset sale of LIL. These adjustments were made to ensure close alignment between performance and compensation.
The following table shows the changes to accumulated value from January 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024 for the NEOs who participated in the Pension Plan on a defined contribution basis. Name Accumulated value at start of year ($) Compensator...
AI summary The table outlines the changes in accumulated value for Named Executive Officers (NEOs) in the Pension Plan on a defined contribution basis from January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024, including both compensatory and non-compensatory changes.
NS Power General Rate Application NON-CONFIDENTIAL OP-14 1 Trenton; baghouse technology at Trenton 5 and Point Aconi; fluidized bed technology at 2 Point Aconi, and seven mercury abatement systems (Calcium Chloride at the front end and 3 p...
AI summary The document outlines NS Power's environmental compliance measures, including mercury abatement systems and emission controls, as well as details about share issuance and preferred shares for NS Power and Emera Incorporated. It includes information about compliance with environmental regulations and share prices.
N-22NSPI (Cleary) RIR 1-11 - Redacted
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Principal Liquidity Sources Principal Liquidity Uses • FFO of C$350 million-C$400 million over the next 12 months • Available credit facility of about C$342 million over the next 12 months • Capital spending of C$350-C$400 million over the...
AI summary The document outlines Nova Scotia Power's principal liquidity sources, including FFO and credit facilities, and liquidity uses such as capital spending, dividends, and working capital outflows. It also mentions other credit considerations.
We apply a negative one-notch adjustment to the anchor score based on our comparative rating analysis because we are forecasting NSPI's financial metrics, specifically its FFO-to-debt, to be at the lower end of the range (13%-23%) for the...
AI summary The analysis applies a negative one-notch adjustment to NSPI's credit rating due to its FFO-to-debt ratio being forecasted at the lower end of the range, resulting in an SACP rating of 'bbb+'.
Credit Highlights Overview Key Strengths Key Risks Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSPI) is a low-risk, vertically integrated regulated electric utility with no exposure to non-utility operations. High reliance on riskier coal-based generation. Ge...
AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSPI) is a low-risk, vertically integrated regulated electric utility with a credit-supportive regulatory framework. However, it faces risks such as high reliance on coal-based generation and limited financial cushion. NSPI has sufficient liquidity sources, including a C$600 million credit facility and a commercial paper program, to cover its needs over the next 6-12 months.
Table 1 Industry Sector: Electric Nova Scotia Power Inc. Maritime Electric Co. Ltd. Tucson Electric Power Co. Hawaiian Electric Industries Inc. Inc. Ltd. Co. Industries Inc. Ratings as of April 6, 2020 BBB+/Stable/(A-2) BBB+/Stable/ A-/Neg...
AI summary The document presents a financial comparison of Nova Scotia Power Inc. and other electric utility companies, including metrics such as revenue, EBITDA, interest coverage, and debt ratios. The table highlights Nova Scotia Power's financial position relative to its peers, with a focus on key financial indicators and risk assessments.
Table 2 Nova Scotia Power Inc Financial Summary Industry Sector: Electric Fiscal year ended Dec. 31 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 (Mil. C$) Revenue 1,430.0 1,440.0 1,338.0 1,356.0 1,417.3 EBITDA 513.0 549.8 554.2 510.3 549.0 Funds from operatio...
AI summary Table 2 presents a financial summary of Nova Scotia Power Inc. over the fiscal years 2015 to 2019, highlighting key financial metrics such as revenue, EBITDA, funds from operations, and debt. The summary indicates that liquidity is deemed adequate.
Principal Liquidity Sources Principal Liquidity Uses • • Credit facility availability of about C$600 million as Debt maturities of C$300 million, including of Dec. 31, 2019; and outstanding commercial paper; 2026-2027 GRA Cleary IR-1 Attac...
AI summary The text outlines principal liquidity sources and uses for a company, mentioning a credit facility of about C$600 million and debt maturities of C$300 million, including outstanding commercial paper.
Reconciliation Table 3 Reconciliation Of Nova Scotia Power Inc. Reported Amounts With S&P Global Ratings' Adjusted Amounts (Mil. C$)
AI summary This section presents a reconciliation table comparing Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s reported amounts with adjusted amounts by S&P Global Ratings, highlighting discrepancies in millions of Canadian dollars.
Fiscal year ended Dec. 31, 2019 Nova Scotia Power Inc. reported amounts Debt EBITDA Operating income Interest expense S&P Global Ratings' adjusted EBITDA Cash flow from operations Capital expenditure 2,666.0 503.0 272.0 143.0 513.0 172.0 3...
AI summary The document presents financial data for Nova Scotia Power Inc. for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2019, including debt, EBITDA, operating income, interest expense, and capital expenditures. It also includes adjustments made by S&P Global Ratings, such as cash taxes paid, operating leases, and asset retirement obligations.
Table 1 Nova Scotia Power IncKey Metrics 2020a 2021e 2022f FFO to debt (%) 12.0 12-13 ~13 Table 1 Nova Scotia Power IncKey Metrics (cont.) 2020a 2021e 2022f FFO cash interest coverage (x) 3.8 ~4.0 ~4.0 a Actual. e Estimate. f Forecast. FFO...
AI summary This document presents key financial metrics for Nova Scotia Power Inc., including FFO to debt percentages and FFO cash interest coverage ratios for the years 2020, 2021, and 2022. The data includes actual, estimated, and forecasted figures.
Table 3 Nova Scotia Power Inc Financial Summary Industry sector: electric Fiscal year ended Dec. 31 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 (Mil. C$) Revenue 1,494.0 1,430.0 1,440.0 1,338.0 1,356.0 EBITDA 529.0 513.0 549.8 554.2 510.3 FFO 380.2 381.4 408...
AI summary Table 3 presents a financial summary of Nova Scotia Power Inc. over the years 2016 to 2020, including revenue, EBITDA, FFO, interest expenses, capital expenditures, and various financial ratios. The data shows trends in financial performance and debt levels.
Nova Scotia Power Inc. reported amounts (mil. C$) Debt EBITDA Operating income Interest expense S&P Global Ratings' adjusted EBITDA Cash flow from operations Capital expenditure 2,942.0 517.0 275.0 140.0 529.0 325.0 319.0 S&P Global Rating...
AI summary The document presents financial data for Nova Scotia Power Inc., including debt, EBITDA, operating income, and capital expenditures. Adjustments by S&P Global Ratings are outlined, affecting cash flow and other financial metrics. The section concludes with a statement of adequate liquidity.
We assess the company's liquidity as adequate because we believe its liquidity sources will likely cover uses by more than 1.1x over the next 12 months and meet cash outflows even if EBITDA declines 10%. The assessment also reflects the co...
AI summary The company's liquidity is assessed as adequate, with liquidity sources expected to cover uses by more than 1.1x over the next 12 months, even if EBITDA declines by 10%. This assessment is based on prudent risk management, sound bank relationships, and a satisfactory credit market standing.
Reconciliation Of Nova Scotia Power Inc. Reported Amounts With S&P Global Adjusted Amounts (Mil. C$) Shareholder Operating Interest S&PGR adjusted Operating Capital Debt Equity Revenue EBITDA income expense EBITDA cash flow Dividends expen...
AI summary This section reconciles Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s reported financial figures with those adjusted by S&P Global Ratings, highlighting differences in debt, equity, operating income, and capital expenditures. Adjustments include items like cash taxes, lease liabilities, and asset-retirement obligations, resulting in a total adjustment of 146 million C$.
Nova Scotia Power Inc. Forecast summary Period ending Dec-31-2020 Dec-31-2021 Dec-31-2022 Dec-31-2023 Dec-31-2024 Dec-31-2025 Dec-31-2026 (Mil. CAD) 2020a 2021a 2022a 2023a 2024e 2025f 2026f Adjusted ratios Debt/EBITDA (x) 6.0 5.9 7.2 7.0...
AI summary The financial summary presents Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s forecasted adjusted ratios for various periods, including debt/EBITDA, FFO/debt, and FFO cash interest coverage, showing projected trends from 2020 to 2026.
Nova Scotia Power Inc. Financial Summary Period ending Dec-31-2018 Dec-31-2019 Dec-31-2020 Dec-31-2021 Dec-31-2022 Dec-31-2023 Reporting period 2018a 2019a 2020a 2021a 2022a 2023a Display currency (mil.) C$ C$ C$ C$ C$ C$ Revenues 1,440 1,...
AI summary This financial summary presents Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s financial metrics from 2018 to 2023, including revenues, EBITDA, FFO, capital expenditures, and debt levels. The data highlights trends in financial performance, including fluctuations in operating cash flow and increasing debt.
Financial Profile 9 mos. September 30 12 mos. September 30 For the year ended December 31 (CAD millions) 2017 2016 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 Net income before non-recurring items 106 96 140 130 139 133 134 Depreciation & amortization 160 15...
AI summary The financial profile presents key financial metrics for the period, including net income, depreciation, cash flow, capital expenditures, free cash flow, and total debt. It highlights trends in financial performance and capital structure over several years.
Regulatory Environment Assessment Criteria 1. Deemed Equity Ratio Score Excellent Good Satisfactory Below Average Poor Analysis NSPI's target regulated ROE is based on an actual five-quarter average regulated common equity component of up...
AI summary The document presents a regulatory environment assessment focusing on NSPI's target regulated ROE and financial metrics. It discusses the use of a 37.5% common equity ratio for rate-setting and provides financial data, including balance sheet figures and liquidity ratios, from 2013 to 2017.
Long-term Debt Maturities (CAD Million – As at September 30, 2018) 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 Thereafter Total Total Long-term Debt - 95 - 382 - 1,965 2,442 % of Total 0% 4% 0% 16% 0% 80% 100% Summary of Debt
AI summary The table outlines the long-term debt maturities for the entity as of September 30, 2018, showing the distribution of debt across different years and the percentage of total debt for each year, with the majority of debt maturing thereafter.
Rating Report Nova Scotia Power Inc. DBRS.COM 11 For the year ended December 31 Earnings Quality/Operating Efficiency 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 Fuel for generation and purchase power/Revenues 35.7% 36.1% 38.3% 38.0% 41.7% 40.0% EBIT ma...
AI summary The document presents financial and operational metrics for Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSPI) over several years, including earnings quality, operating efficiency, return on equity, customer growth, and cost structures. It provides data on metrics such as EBIT margin, profit margin, and total costs, along with details on customer accounts and rate base.
Liquidity (CAD millions as at Sept. 30, 2019) Amount Drawn Available Cash & Cash equivalents 0 - 0 Committed Revolving Facilities 600 270 330 Total 600 270 330 - DBRS Morningstar deems the Company's liquidity position to be adequate with s...
AI summary The document discusses the liquidity position of the company as of September 30, 2019, noting that DBRS Morningstar considers it adequate with sufficient headroom under its committed revolving credit facility to support operating requirements.
Rating Report Nova Scotia Power Inc. For the year ended December 31 Earnings Quality/Operating Efficiency 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 Fuel for generation and purchase power/Revenues 44.4% 35.7% 36.1% 38.3% 38.0% EBIT margin 37.6% 33.3% 31.2%...
AI summary The document provides a rating report for Nova Scotia Power Inc. with financial metrics including earnings quality, operating efficiency, profit margin, return on average equity, and customer growth over several years. It also includes details on costs, employee numbers, and rate base figures.
December 9, 2019 10 Net purchased electricity 2,368 2,252 1,991 1,717 1,202 Rating Report Nova Scotia Power Inc.
AI summary The document provides a rating report for Nova Scotia Power Inc. on December 9, 2019, including data on net purchased electricity over several years.
Long-Term Debt (CAD millions as at September 30, 2020) 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Thereafter Total Total long-term debt 0 0 0 0 0 2,665 2,665 % 0 0 0 0 0 100 100 - NSPI's long-term debt maturities are well spread out with minimum refinancing...
AI summary NSPI's long-term debt maturities are well spread out, with no near-term refinancing risk, and all debt is scheduled to mature after 2024, with a total of $2,665 million due thereafter.
Assessment of Regulatory Framework Criteria Score Analysis Total debt in capital structure (%)1, 2 62.9 62.4 65.4 64.9 62.7 63.6 Cash flow/Total debt (%) 13.9 14.4 14.8 14.3 14.6 13.0 Cash flow/Total debt (%)1 13.9 14.4 14.8 14.3 14.5 13.0...
AI summary The document presents financial and regulatory metrics for a utility company, including debt structure, cash flow ratios, coverage ratios, and profitability indicators, providing an assessment of the regulatory framework.
Page 11 of 14 Nova Scotia Power Inc. January 4, 2022 Operating Statistics For the year ended December 31 Net purchased electricity 2,471 2,540 2,368 2,471 2,540 Current 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 Issuer Rating A (low) A (low) A (low) A (low)...
AI summary The document presents operating statistics for Nova Scotia Power Inc., including net purchased electricity and credit ratings for various financial instruments over multiple years. The credit ratings for unsecured debentures, medium-term notes, and commercial paper remain consistently rated A (low) or R-1 (low) across the years 2016 to 2020.
Financial Information 12 mos. ended September 30 For the year ended December 31 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 Cash flow/total debt (%)1 10.0 9.8 12.9 12.6 14.4 14.8 Total debt in capital structure (%)1, 2 68.7 69.9 66.3 66.6 62.4 65.4 EBIT...
AI summary The financial information section presents key financial metrics for the period ending September 30, 2023, and for the year ended December 31, 2020, including cash flow to total debt ratio, total debt in capital structure, and EBIT gross interest coverage. These metrics are adjusted for operating leases and accumulated other comprehensive income.
Earnings and Outlook 12 mos. September 30 For the year ended December 31 (CAD millions where applicable) 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 Revenues 1,653 1,675 1,501 1,494 1,430 1,440 Fuel cost1 (716) (950) (817) (721) (663) (639) Net revenues...
AI summary The document presents financial data for the company over several years, including revenues, fuel costs, net revenues, EBITDA, EBIT, interest expenses, earnings before taxes, and net income. It also includes the return on equity and regulated rate base information, reflecting the company's financial performance and regulatory context.
1 Adjusted for operating leases. ESG Factor ESG Credit Consideration Applicable to the Credit Analysis: Y/N Extent of the Effect on the ESG Factor on the Credit Analysis: Relevant (R) or Significant (S) Balance Sheet & Liquidity & Capital...
AI summary The document presents financial metrics related to balance sheet, liquidity, capital ratios, and profitability for a company, including current ratios, debt in capital structure, cash flow to debt ratios, and coverage ratios, with data spanning from 2017 to 2022.
Page 13 of 16 Nova Scotia Power Inc. January 12, 2024 Operating Statistics For the year ended December 31 Total Fixed Costs (GWh) Net generated electricity 7,123 7,354 7,557 7,930 8,249 Net purchased electricity 3,333 2,842 2,471 2,540 2,3...
AI summary The document presents operating statistics and credit ratings for Nova Scotia Power Inc. for the years 2018 through 2022, including net generated and purchased electricity, as well as credit ratings for various financial instruments.
Arbeitslosen- quote, % der Erwerbspers. insgesamt Leistungs- bilanz (€ bn) (Euro bn) Finanzierungs- saldo des Staates (Maastricht) (€ bn) 3 Monate Euro (%) Rendite von Bundesan- leihen, 10 Jahre (%)
AI summary The text presents a table with economic indicators including unemployment rate, performance balance, state financing balance (Maastricht), 3-month Euro rate, and yield on 10-year German government bonds. These metrics are relevant for assessing Germany's economic and financial situation.
2026-2027 GRA Cleary IR-4 Attachment 1 Page 25 of 32 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) AUSTRIA Population - 9.1mn (Mid 2023, UN) Histor ical Data Consensu Consensus Forecasts Consumer Prices (% 6 change on previous year) 0.3 2.2...
AI summary The document presents economic data for Austria, Greece, and Ireland, including population statistics, historical and forecasted economic indicators such as GDP, industrial production, consumer prices, and current account balances. The data spans multiple years, with forecasts up to 2025.
NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 America) equal to its respective estimates of average long-term nominal GDP growth. 24 of 8.78% for the North American proxy group, based on its DY1 estimate of 3.87%. 25 26 (e) Please confirm the implied long-term growt...
AI summary The text discusses the confirmation of growth rate estimates used in a multi-stage DCF model, comparing them to Concentric's estimate of North American nominal GDP growth. It also references the use of consensus growth rates from various financial analysts and highlights a discrepancy in EPS growth rates for a specific company.
B. A Closer Examination Table 3 presents the actual estimates of the risk parameters for portfolios of 100 securities for successive periods. For all five different sets of portfolios, the rank order correlations between the successive est...
AI summary The text discusses the analysis of risk parameters for portfolios of 100 securities, highlighting the rank order correlations between successive estimates and the potential inadequacy of beta coefficients for individual firm analysis due to unexplained variation.
2026-2027 General Rate Application (M12451) NSPI Responses to CLEARY Information Requests 1 the Kroll data that Concentric relied upon (1900-2015, vs. 1919-2024). Dimson computes 2 a real return on equities, inflation, and real bond return...
AI summary The document discusses differences in the calculation of the market risk premium (MRP) between Dimson and Kroll. Dimson's method results in higher MRP estimates (8.8% in the U.S. and 8.5% in Canada) compared to Kroll's approach. Kroll uses income-only returns on government bonds instead of total returns, which they argue better represents the riskless portion of returns for equity risk premium calculations.
N-27NSPI (NSEB) RIR 1-152 - Redacted (settlement agreement attached at IR-1)
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CONFIDENTIAL (Attachment Only) 1 Request IR-2: 2 3 Please file the regulated and unregulated financial statements of NS Power for the year ended 4 December 31, 2024. 5 6 Response IR-2: 7 8 Please refer to Partially Confidential Attachment...
AI summary The document requests the filing of NS Power's regulated and unregulated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2024. NS Power refers to Partially Confidential Attachment 1 for the Regulated Financial Statement, Attachment 2 for the Consolidated Financial Statement, and Attachment 3 for the Management Discussion and Analysis.
REDACTED 2026-2027 GRA NSEB IR-2 Attachment 1 Page 5 of 6 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) As at December 31 millions of Canadian dollars 2024 Unregulated Retained Earnings Unregulated retained earnings - December 31, 2023 $181....
AI summary The document provides a detailed breakdown of financial figures related to unregulated retained earnings, property, plant, and equipment, as well as deferred income taxes and related party transactions for the period ending December 31, 2024. Key items include unregulated retained earnings, capital projects, and adjustments related to tax and financing expenses.
Nova Scotia Power Inc. Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows For the Year ended December 31 millions of dollars 2024 2023 Operating activities Net income $ 160 $ 141 Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by (used in) ope...
AI summary The document presents Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s consolidated statements of cash flows for 2024 and 2023, detailing cash inflows and outflows from operating, investing, and financing activities, along with supplemental disclosures for interest, income taxes, and non-cash activities.
Derivatives, as reflected on the Consolidated Balance Sheets, are not offset by the fair value amounts of cash collateral with the same counterparty. Rights to reclaim cash collateral are recognized in "Receivables, net" and obligations to...
AI summary The document discusses the Company's cash collateral position related to derivatives, noting a receivable of $46 million as of December 31, 2024, and the potential for additional collateral requirements if credit conditions deteriorate, with the fair value of derivatives in a liability position at $38 million.
12. FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS The Company is required to determine the fair value of all derivatives except those which qualify for the NPNS exception and uses a market approach to do so. The three levels of the fair value hierarchy are defi...
AI summary The document discusses how the Company determines the fair value of derivatives using a market approach and the three levels of the fair value hierarchy. Level 1 uses quoted prices for identical assets, Level 2 uses quoted prices for similar assets with adjustments, and Level 3 relies on internal models and unobservable inputs when necessary.
The following tables set out the classification of the methodology used by the Company to fair value its derivatives: As at December 31, 2024 millions of dollars Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Total Assets Regulatory deferral: Commodity swaps and...
AI summary The tables present the fair value classification of derivatives held by the Company as of December 31, 2024 and 2023, showing assets and liabilities categorized by Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3. The data includes commodity swaps, forwards, and foreign exchange forwards, with a net liability of $6 million as of December 31, 2024.
Net liabilities $ (36) $ (30) $ - $ (66) As at Carrying Fair millions of dollars Amount Value Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Total December 31, 2024 $ 3,342 $ 3,349 $ - $ 3,349 $ - $ 3,349 December 31, 2023 $ 3,868 $ 3,821 $ - $ 3,821 $ - $ 3,821...
AI summary The document presents net liabilities for the periods ending December 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023, with fair values of long-term debt instruments estimated using Level 2 fair value hierarchy methods, including quoted market prices and current rates for similar debt.
The ABO for the defined benefit pension plans was $1,270 million as at December 31, 2024 (2023 – $1,260 million). The aggregate financial position for those plans with an ABO in excess of the plan assets for the years ended December 31 is...
AI summary The ABO for the defined benefit pension plans was reported as $1,270 million as of December 31, 2024, an increase from $1,260 million in 2023. The financial position of these plans, where ABO exceeds plan assets, is outlined for the years ended December 31.
The fair values of investments as at December 31, 2024, by asset category, are as follows: millions of dollars NAV Level 1 Level 2 Total Percentage Cash and cash equivalents $ - $ 12 $ - $ 12 1 % Equity securities: Canadian equity - 107 -...
AI summary The text presents the fair value of investments as of December 31, 2024, categorized by asset type. It includes cash, equity securities, fixed income, and open-ended investments measured at Net Asset Value (NAV), with details on their respective values and percentages of the total investment.
The fair value of investments as at December 31, 2023, by asset category, are as follows: millions of dollars NAV Level 1 Level 2 Total Percentage Cash and cash equivalents $ - $ 9 $ - $ 9 1 % Equity securities: Canadian equity - 94 - 94 7...
AI summary The document presents the fair value of investments as of December 31, 2023, categorized by asset type. The largest portion of investments is in open-ended funds measured at NAV, accounting for 71% of the total investment value.
As at December 31 December 31 millions of dollars Classification 2024 2023 Right-of-use asset Other long-term assets $ 20 $ 21 Lease liabilities: Current Other current liabilities - 1 Long-term Other long-term liabilities 21 21 Total lease...
AI summary The document presents a comparison of lease-related financial figures for NSPI as of December 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023, including right-of-use assets and lease liabilities. It also notes a decrease in lease expense from 2023 to 2024, with a significant portion attributed to variable costs for power generation facility finance leases.
As at December 31, 2024, future minimum lease payments under non-cancellable operating leases for each of the next five years and in aggregate thereafter are as follows: millions of dollars 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 Thereafter Total Minimum...
AI summary The text provides a summary of future minimum lease payments under non-cancellable operating leases for NSPI as of December 31, 2024. It includes a table with amounts for each year and total payments, along with additional lease information such as the weighted average remaining lease term and discount rate.
As at December 31, 2024, future minimum lease payments to be received for each of the next five years and in aggregate thereafter are as follows: millions of dollars 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 Thereafter Total Minimum lease payments to be re...
AI summary The text presents a table showing future minimum lease payments to be received by the company for each of the next five years and in aggregate thereafter, as of December 31, 2024. The section title 'RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS' suggests that the following content will discuss transactions involving related parties.
Transactions between the Company and its related parties reported in the Consolidated Statements of Income and Consolidated Balance Sheets are as follows: For the Year ended millions of dollars December 31 Nature of Service Presentation 20...
AI summary The document outlines transactions between the Company and related parties, including sales and purchases, as well as the issuance of common shares to Emera. Key figures include sales of management and administrative services, purchases of fuel and electricity, and a significant decrease in the number of shares issued in 2024 compared to 2023.
As at December 31, 2024, NSPI had $150 million due to Emera and affiliates (December 31, 2023 – $123 million).
AI summary As of December 31, 2024, Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSPI) had a debt of $150 million owed to Emera and its affiliates, an increase from $123 million as of December 31, 2023.
The Company's total long-term credit facilities, outstanding borrowings and available capacity as at December 31 were as follows: millions of dollars Maturity 2024 2023 Revolving credit facility (1) June 2029 $ 800 $ 800 Non-revolving term...
AI summary The document outlines the Company's long-term credit facilities, outstanding borrowings, and available capacity as of December 31, 2024 and 2023, including details on revolving and non-revolving facilities, face value of borrowings, letters of credit, and available capacity.
Forecast 2025 and actual 2024 and 2023 capital investment, including AFUDC, is shown below: 2025 2024 2023 millions of dollars Forecast Actual Actual Distribution $ 140 $ 175 $ 148 Generation 117 151 147 Transmission 184 107 98 General pla...
AI summary The text provides a comparison of forecasted and actual capital investments for 2025 and 2024, including AFUDC, across various categories such as Distribution, Generation, Transmission, and General Plant. It also notes that NSPI's discount notes are backed by a revolving credit facility maturing in 2029.
Debt Management NSPI has access to a syndicated revolving bank line of credit. NSPI also has an active commercial paper program for up to $800 million, of which the full amount outstanding is backed by the Company's operating credit facili...
AI summary NSPI has access to a syndicated revolving bank line of credit and a commercial paper program. The commercial paper program is backed by the company's operating credit facility, and as of December 31, 2024, the company's total credit facilities, outstanding borrowings, and available capacity were outlined.
The Company has the following categories on the Consolidated Balance Sheets related to derivatives receiving regulatory deferral: As at December 31 December 31 millions of dollars 2024 2023 Derivative instrument assets (current and other a...
AI summary The Company's Consolidated Balance Sheets show changes in derivative instrument and regulatory assets and liabilities as of December 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023. The net asset (liability) is reported as $2 million and -$0 million, respectively. The regulatory impact recognized in net income is also highlighted.
Section 4 of the Community Solar Program Regulations provides "A subscriber must not be charged any additional fees by NSPI or a project owner to participate in the community solar program," and Section 5 provides "A subscriber is billed b...
AI summary Section 4 and 5 of the Community Solar Program Regulations outline billing rules for subscribers. The request IR-32 seeks clarification on costs being moved from OM&G to FAM and inquires about the 2024 test year forecast amounts. It also questions the removal of Tufts Cove Wharf / Buoy Chain Inspection and Maintenance Costs from OM&G forecasts for 2026 and 2027.
& quot;Although the actual AA figures will be based on 12 months of actuals, there will be a BA based on the difference between the forecast sales and the actual sales and as a result of financing costs on the AA balance while it is being...
AI summary The text discusses the calculation of actual AA figures based on 12 months of actual sales, as well as the BA based on forecast versus actual sales and financing costs associated with the AA balance.
Figure 1: FAM Balance Reconciliation 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 FAM Over-Recovery per RB-2-16 ($0.3M) Change in actuals for January to August 2025 Increase in Actual FAM Fuel Costs $68.9M Decrease in Actual BCF Revenue $4.0M Reduced Actual In...
AI summary The document discusses the FAM Balance Reconciliation, showing an over-recovery of ($0.3M) and under-recovery of ($93.8M). It references M11393, which outlines the purpose of the FAM Asset Sale to Invest Nova Scotia, aimed at reducing the required increase to fuel rates for previously unrecovered fuel costs.
Corporate Support Metrics Category Industry Group Median NSPI 2023 NSPI Performance Finance & Accounting Metrics Invoices Processed per Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 9,540 7,548 % Electronic Invoices/ Paperless Payments 50% 88% Finance & Acco...
AI summary The document presents corporate support metrics for NSPI, comparing its performance with industry group medians across various categories including finance, human resources, supply chain, and information technology. Metrics such as invoices processed per FTE, HR costs, procurement costs, and IT expenditures are analyzed to evaluate NSPI's efficiency and performance relative to the industry median.
2026-2027 GRA NSEB IR-85 Confidential Attachment 1 has been removed due to confidentiality. 1 Request IR-86: 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 As described in Section 2, the unrecovered NBV of the DERMS asset is $1,116,651. These assets were i...
AI summary The document discusses the unrecovered net book value (NBV) of various assets, including DERMS, EV Chargers, and bi-directional chargers, and outlines the depreciation pools they are tracked in. It also raises questions about the forecast for customer deposits and their significant decrease in 2026 and 2027 compared to the 2024 test year.
16 17 Capital Project Depreciation Incurred at Net book value at Item # Project Name Cost Shareholder Expense Jan 1, 2026 Upgrade L6511 and L7019 45066 Thermal Rating 2,546,158 474,943 2,071,215 Separate L8004/L7005 on Canso Crossing Doubl...
AI summary The document presents a table with capital project details, including depreciation and net book value, and includes a request and response regarding NS Power's working capital requirements. The response explains that an increase in 2026 is due to an investment tax credit expected to be received in 2027.
Liquidity (CAD millions as at September 30, 2024) Amount Drawn/Letter of Credit Available Expiry Cash & cash equivalents 3 - 3 N/A Committed revolving facilities 800 291 509 June 2029 Total 803 291 512 - We consider the Company's liquidity...
AI summary The document presents the company's liquidity position as of September 30, 2024, showing cash and committed revolving facilities. It states that liquidity is adequate to support operating requirements.
Nova Scotia Power Inc. Forecast summary Period ending Dec-31-2020 Dec-31-2021 Dec-31-2022 Dec-31-2023 Dec-31-2024 Dec-31-2025 Dec-31-2026 (Mil. CAD) 2020a 2021a 2022a 2023a 2024e 2025f 2026f Adjusted ratios Debt/EBITDA (x) 6.0 5.9 7.2 7.0...
AI summary The financial summary provides a forecast of Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s adjusted financial ratios, including debt/EBITDA, FFO/debt, and FFO cash interest coverage, from 2020 to 2026. These ratios show fluctuations and projected ranges for future years.
Nova Scotia Power Inc. Peer Comparisons Nova Scotia Power Inc. Tucson Electric Power Co. Caribbean Utilities Co. Ltd. Hawaiian Electric Co. Inc. Foreign currency issuer credit rating BBB-/Stable/ A-/Negative/NR BBB+/Negative/ B-/Negative/B...
AI summary The document presents a comparative analysis of Nova Scotia Power Inc. with peer companies like Tucson Electric Power Co., Caribbean Utilities Co. Ltd., and Hawaiian Electric Co. Inc., focusing on financial metrics such as revenue, EBITDA, interest coverage, and debt-to-EBITDA ratios. It provides a snapshot of their financial performance and credit ratings as of December 31, 2023.
NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-106: 2 3 Reference: Exhibit N-8, Appendix 10A, Cost of Capital Report, Figure 19, page 43 of 87 4 5 (a) Please confirm, or explain otherwise, that the Canadian Utility results are heavily 6 influenced by Enbri...
AI summary The document includes a request (IR-106) asking about the influence of Enbridge Inc. on Canadian Utility results and the impact of excluding it on the Multi-Stage DCF result. The response (IR-108) confirms that Enbridge Inc. is not included in the North American Electric proxy group and explains the company's dividend payout strategy and recent acquisitions. Another request (IR-109) is listed but no content is provided.
CI C0041651 Tufts Cove Heavy Fuel Oil Tank 4 Refurbishment (NSEB M10984) NSPI Responses to NSEB Information Requests 1 Request IR-119 2 3 Reference: Exhibit N-8, Appendix 10A, CEA exhibits EO, CEA Summary -1 4 5 In CEA Summary -1, why do t...
AI summary The document addresses information requests (IR-119 and IR-120) related to NSPI's responses to NSEB inquiries regarding return on equity (ROE) calculations and macroeconomic data. The response explains that ROE for NS Power is based on a three-model average for the North American Electric proxy group and provides data on GDP and CPI from various sources.