Topic:"Generation Grid Resources" in M09096

Generator (GWh) (MW) 2020 33.1 166.9 118.0 1702.9 32.7 2.0 5.0 2021 34.2 179.7 118.9 1745.9 34.6 2.1 5.3 2022 34.7 189.0 118.0 1743.6 35.7 2.1 5.4 Total 102.1 535.6 354.9 5192.4 103.0 2.1 5.2

AI summary The table provides data on generator output in gigawatt-hours (GWh) and megawatts (MW) for the years 2020, 2021, 2022, and totals. It includes values for different categories, such as annual generation and total capacity.

Review of Nova Scotia’s Electricity System and Market NOVA SCOTIA’S ELECTRICITY SYSTEM In 2015, Nova Scotia had an annual electricity consumption of 10,400 GWh. The residential sector accounts for 45 percent of consumption, the commercial...

AI summary Nova Scotia's electricity consumption in 2015 was 10,400 GWh, with residential use accounting for 45 percent. The industrial sector's load has declined, contributing to a 70 percent increase in retail electricity rates over the past decade. NS Power owns 95 percent of the electricity infrastructure, and the province is transitioning away from coal, aiming to reduce its share to 20-35 percent by 2020 while increasing renewables.

onsolidated Edison of New York (Con Ed) is one of the seven large utilities in the state of New York. Con Ed provides service to the downstate markets of New York City and Westchester County. LOAD AND CONSUMPTION INFORMATION Peak Demand ...

AI summary The text provides an overview of Consolidated Edison of New York (Con Ed), detailing its service areas, peak demand, retail prices, and energy generation sources. It includes data on electricity and gas consumption, as well as the composition of New York's net electricity generation.

illage of Spencerport  Village of Springville Electric Systems  Village of Theresa  Village of Wellsville  Village of Westfield Natural Gas Utilities regulated by NYSPSC 5:  Bath Electric, Gas & Water System  Central Hudson Gas & Ele...

AI summary The text lists various electric and natural gas utilities regulated by the New York State Public Service Commission (NYSPSC), along with the New York Independent System Operator (NYISO), which manages wholesale electricity markets in the state.

nd review the performance of those resources. For the current cycle, the electricity efficiency is provided by Efficiency Vermont and Burlington Electric Department. ISO New England (ISO-NE) is the Regional Transmission Organization (RTO)...

AI summary The text discusses the role of Efficiency Vermont and Burlington Electric Department in providing electricity efficiency in the current cycle. It also introduces ISO New England (ISO-NE), its objectives, and Vermont Electric Power Company (VELCO), which operates Vermont’s bulk transmission system and participates in regional planning with ISO-NE. The document also lists the number and types of electric utilities in Vermont.

tricity generation activities, Vermont does not have a large greenhouse gas commitment from coal, oil or natural gas. The state’s only nuclear power plant closed at the end of 2014. Total Energy Production (MWh) 6,884,910 Hydroelectric 1,2...

AI summary Vermont's electricity generation is primarily from nuclear power, with significant contributions from hydroelectric, wind, and biomass. The state's only nuclear power plant closed in 2014, and Vermont experiences summer peaking with a load of 1,255 MW. Over 85% of generation comes from large-scale generators and CHP units, with most participating in ISO-NE’s forward capacity market.

percent comes from large scale generators and CHP units, while the rest comes from electric utilities. The majority of generators participate in ISO- NE’s forward capacity market.

AI summary The text states that a significant percentage of power comes from large scale generators and CHP units, with the remaining from electric utilities. Most generators are involved in ISO-NE’s forward capacity market.

_pri_sum_dcu_SME_a.htm (March, 2016) 167 We change the way people use energy Date Filed: March 29, 2019 NS Power IR-15 Attachment 1 Page 184 of 206 Figure 54: Sources of Gas Supply in the U.S. Northeast Region, Including New England

AI summary The document includes a figure depicting the sources of gas supply in the U.S. Northeast Region, including New England, as part of a regulatory proceeding related to energy supply and infrastructure.

and (g) phase of electric current.

AI summary The text briefly references the phase of electric current, indicating a technical discussion related to electrical systems or power generation.

Q. Is EE an integral part of NS Power's resource mix? A. Yes. Like other EDCs across North America, EE is an integral part of NS Power's resource mix. The effect of recent high EE penetration, which has been boosted by financial incentives...

AI summary Energy efficiency (EE) is an integral part of NS Power's resource mix, supported by financial incentives and environmental goals. However, EE cannot fully replace dispatchable resources, and NS Power's thermal fleet remains necessary for meeting peak demand and ensuring grid security during periods of low wind generation or unexpected weather conditions.

2018 Firm Generating Capability for NS Power and IPPs 1 Facility Fuel Type Winter Net Capacity (MW) Hydro Avon Hydro 6.8 Black River Hydro 22.5 Lequille System Hydro 24.2 Bear River System Hydro 37.4 Roseway 2 Hydro 0.0 Tusket Hydro 2.4 Me...

AI summary The document provides a detailed breakdown of the 2018 firm generating capability for Nova Scotia Power and independent power producers (IPPs), categorized by facility type and fuel type. It lists the winter net capacity in megawatts for various hydro, steam, combined cycle, and combustion turbine facilities.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-7: 2 3 In the AMI proceeding, NS Power claimed benefits from deferring the need for a new 4 generating unit in the early 2020s. Would load reductions from energy-efficiency allow NS 5 Power to avoid that addit...

AI summary In the AMI proceeding, NS Power claimed that energy-efficiency load reductions could defer the need for a new generating unit in the early 2020s. The response confirms that this is possible.

1 Figure 3: 2018 Firm Generating Capability for NS Power and IPPs Facility Fuel Type Winter Net Capacity (MW) Avon Hydro 6.8 Black River Hydro 22.5 Lequille System Hydro 24.2 Bear River System Hydro 37.4 Roseway2 Hydro 0.0 Tusket Hydro 2.4...

AI summary Figure 3 presents the 2018 firm generating capability for Nova Scotia Power and Independent Power Producers (IPPs), detailing the capacity of various facilities by fuel type. Some assets are not in use and are being assessed for decommissioning.

DATE REVISED: July 12, 2018 Page 11 of 70 3 The firm capacity of the Annapolis Tidal unit is based on average performance level at peak time. Nameplate capacity (achieved at low tide) is 19.5 MW. 4 Burnside Unit #4 (winter capacity of 33 M...

AI summary The text discusses the firm capacity of the Annapolis Tidal unit, noting it is based on average performance at peak times, and mentions that Burnside Unit #4, with a winter capacity of 33 MW, is currently unavailable but planned to return to service by the end of Q2 2018.

4 Figure 9: Unit Utilization Factors Unit UF(2019-2023) UF (2024-2028 ) PH Biomass High High Lingan Unit 1 Low Low Lingan Unit 2 Low/Off Off Lingan Unit 3 High Med Lingan Unit 4 Med Med Pt. Aconi High High Pt. Tupper Med Med Trenton 5 High...

AI summary The document presents Figure 9, which compares unit utilization factors (UF) for various power generation units between two time periods: 2019-2023 and 2024-2028. The data highlights changes in utilization levels for different units, such as Lingan Unit 2 transitioning from Low/Off to Off, and Tuft's Cove 3 moving from Low to Med.

4 Port Hawkesbury Biomass, 63.8 MW gross / 45 MW net output, generating unit is 5 presently an ERIS classified resource which will be converted to NRIS following the 6 system upgrades associated with Transmission Service Request 400, which...

AI summary The document discusses the Port Hawkesbury Biomass generating unit, which is currently an ERIS classified resource and will be converted to NRIS following system upgrades related to Transmission Service Request 400, expected to be completed in 2018.

2020-2022 DSM IG IR-05 Attachment 1 Page 51 of 158 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 1 The 138 kV transmission system is approximately 1871 km in length and is comprised of 2 303 km of steel structures and 1568 km of wood pole li...

AI summary The document outlines the transmission infrastructure of Nova Scotia, including the lengths and compositions of the 138 kV and 69 kV systems, and describes interconnections with New Brunswick and Newfoundland. It also mentions the use of deterministic criteria for transmission system design by NS Power.

1 9.0 REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT 2 3 9.1 Maritime Link

AI summary The section titled '9.0 REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT' introduces the topic of regional development, with a subsection '9.1 Maritime Link' indicating a focus on regional infrastructure or connectivity, likely related to energy systems or transportation.

3 4 Figure 26: Conditions Determining Limits Export Import Amount of generation in Nova Scotia that can be rejected or run-back via SPS action Nova Scotia system load level (Import must be less than 22% of total system load) Reactive Power...

AI summary The text outlines conditions that determine limits for export and import in Nova Scotia's power system, including factors like generation capacity, reactive power support, and transmission line ratings. These conditions involve interactions with New Brunswick and other regions, as well as climatological and operational factors.

Transmission Connected Wind Generation: There are currently 11 wind generation facilities located in Nova Scotia that are considered to be connected to NSPI's transmission system. These facilities are identified below in Figure 2 and Table...

AI summary The document discusses 11 wind generation facilities connected to NSPI's transmission system in Nova Scotia, referencing figures and tables for identification. It also mentions the 2018 10 Year System Outlook Report and a redacted DSM IG IR-05 attachment.

2020-2022 DSM IG IR-05 Attachment 1 Page 91 of 158 2018 10 Year System Outlook Report Appendix B Page 17 of 84 BES /BPS Ele men ts Load Flow Continge encies Station Bkr line Bus Xfmr Var Gen Element Load Flow SPS х 710 88S, 88S-710 - х 711...

AI summary The document presents a table detailing elements of the Bulk Electric System (BES) and related components, including stations, breakers, lines, buses, transformers, and other infrastructure, as part of the 2018 10 Year System Outlook Report. It outlines load flow contingencies and special protection systems (SPS) for various locations.

2017 NRIS Wind Study BES /BPS Ele men ts Load Flow Contingencies Station Bkr line Bus Xfmr Var Gen Element Load Flow SPS Х L6507_L6508 DCT, L-6507][L-6508 - Х L6534_L7021 DCT, L-6534][L-7021 - DCT L7003 L7004 DCT, L-7003][L-7004, G0 - DCI...

AI summary The 2017 NRIS Wind Study includes a table titled 'Steady State Contingencies' that outlines various elements related to the Bulk Electric System (BES) and Bulk Power System (BPS), including lines, transformers, and other components involved in load flow contingencies.

2020-2022 DSM IG IR-05 Attachment 1 Page 121 of 158 2018 10 Year System Outlook Report Appendix B Page 47 of 84 PSS/e Load Data 2021LL Case Distri bution Ge neration (MW) Net MW at F. 1. 3.4 Bus # Bus Name MW Mvar Wind Biogas Biomass Hydro...

AI summary This table from the 2018 10 Year System Outlook Report provides load data for various buses in the Nova Scotia power system, including details on generation sources such as wind, biogas, and biomass, as well as net MW and reactive power (Mvar) values.

2020-2022 DSM IG IR-05 Attachment 1 Page 148 of 158 2018 10 Year System Outlook Report Appendix B Page 74 of 84 El- men +c I Load Flow Conting oncios d Flow Case out. ,,,,,,, penuix D х L 67N, L-8001, G5 G9 NSX Lo - ok ok - - - - - - - - -...

AI summary The document contains a table with various technical details related to load flow cases, including elements like lines, generators, and system components, with statuses such as 'ok' and '-'. It appears to be part of a system outlook report related to power grid planning and analysis.

2017 NRIS Wind Study Appendix F Stability Results

AI summary This section of the 2017 NRIS Wind Study provides stability results, which are likely related to the performance and reliability of wind energy systems within the Nova Scotia power grid.

2020-2022 DSM IG IR-05 Attachment 1 Page 153 of 158 2018 10 Year System Outlook Report Appendix B Page 79 of 84 2016 B DS/ RFS Flai mant 2021 Dynamics Conti ngencies ngencies S ,,,,,, ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, rage 17 2010 B...

AI summary The text presents a table with data from a 2018 10 Year System Outlook Report, including details about various stations, equipment, and system dynamics for different years and scenarios. The table includes information on station components, system performance, and various system outlook scenarios.