N-42026-2027 GRA PR 01-03 - Proposed Rates (Tariffs)
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AVAILABILITY CONDITIONS - (a) The customer must commence service under this tariff on November 1st, unless NSPI grants a waiver. - (b) The customer must be equipped with a standard Smart Meter. - (c) The customer must be on electronic bill...
AI summary The availability conditions for the tariff require customers to start service on November 1st (with possible waivers), have a Smart Meter, use electronic billing, and maintain a MyAccount profile. NSPI may limit enrollment and exclude customers on seasonal or Net Metering services under specific regulations.
SCHEDULE 2: REACTIVE SUPPLY AND VOLTAGE CONTROL FROM GENERATION SOURCES SERVICE In order to maintain transmission voltages on the Transmission Provider's transmission facilities within acceptable limits, generation facilities (in the Opera...
AI summary Schedule 2 outlines requirements for Reactive Supply and Voltage Control from Generation Sources Service to maintain transmission voltages within acceptable limits. The Transmission Provider or Operating Area operator must provide this service, with charges based on set rates. Transmission Customers must purchase the service, with costs passed through if the Operating Area operator performs the service.
Nova Scotia Power Incorporated Page 13 of 23 Open Access Transmission Tariff Transmission Service and 2.0 percent of the Network Load for Network Integration Transmission Service.
AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSPI) outlines the Open Access Transmission Tariff, specifying that Transmission Service includes 2.0 percent of the Network Load allocated for Network Integration Transmission Service. This detail is part of a regulatory proceeding overseen by the Nova Scotia Energy Board (NSEB), which is reviewing NSPI's proposed tariff structure and associated cost recovery mechanisms.
Nova Scotia Power Open Access Transmission Tariff (OATT) Schedules 1 to 10 OATT Schedules Version Effective Dates Schedule 1: Scheduling, System Control and Dispatch Service January 1, 2026February 2, 2023 Schedule 2: Reactive Supply and V...
AI summary The document outlines Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s Open Access Transmission Tariff (OATT) Schedules 1 to 10, detailing services such as scheduling, voltage control, frequency response, and transmission rates, with effective dates ranging from June 2016 to January 2026. Multiple schedules share overlapping effective dates, indicating potential revisions or updates.
STANDARD METER SERVICE Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) service (also referred to as "smart meters") is the standard for NS Power customers. AMI data shall be used to determine customer billing.
AI summary The document states that Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI), also known as smart meters, is the standard service for NS Power customers, with AMI data used to determine customer billing.
Regulation 7.1 Schedule of Charges Page 3 of 3 (m) All pole attachments for telecommunication common carriers, or broadcasters, exclusive of those under joint use agreements. $22.4423.81 per pole in 20236 and $22.8924.29 in 20247. per pole...
AI summary The document outlines pole attachment charges for telecommunication and broadcasting entities, excluding those under joint use agreements, and specifies non-standard meter reading charges under Regulation 5.1 for different customer categories in 2026 and 2027.
ONE TIME 1.0 Recovery of Capital Cost of Meter Equipment The capital costs of metering equipment to be recovered will be the incremental cost of the AMR AMI meter installed compared to an equivalent non-AMR AMI meter.
AI summary The document discusses the recovery of capital costs for AMR AMI meters, specifying that only the incremental cost compared to non-AMR AMI meters will be recovered.
"Retail Supplier Licence" means a Retail Supplier licence issued by the Board in accordance with the Electricity Act, S.N.S. 2004, c. 25 and regulations made thereunder, which permits a person to sell renewable lowimpact electricity genera...
AI summary This text defines various terms related to electricity service in Nova Scotia, including 'Retail Supplier Licence', 'RtR Customer', 'Residential Customer', 'Secondary metering', 'Service line allowance', 'Temporary electric service', and 'True Meter Read'. These definitions are provided in the context of regulatory proceedings.
N-52026-2027 GRA Appendix 1-6 - Redacted
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ASPIRATIONAL GOALS Deliver Value For Customers We will be a trusted partner and deliver exceptional service. Reliability+ We are building a reliable, modern grid that supports electrification. KEY INITIATIVES Customer First Program Grow ou...
AI summary The text outlines aspirational goals and key initiatives related to delivering value for customers, building a reliable grid, and transitioning to a lower-carbon economy. It also references a 2026-2027 GRA Direct Evidence Appendix 3B.
Pillar 2 (Reliability+): We are building a reliable, modern grid that supports electrification. Adaptation planning will support cost-efficient deployment of services by enabling appropriate assessment of climate risks so maintenance can b...
AI summary Pillar 2 (Reliability+) focuses on enhancing grid reliability through adaptation planning, storm hardening, and grid modernization to address climate risks and support electrification. These initiatives aim to improve resilience against climate-related disruptions and ensure efficient maintenance prioritization.
- New product and service offerings such as distributed energy resources and services associated with EV charging stations; - Implementation of energy storage solutions to reduce peak consumption levels and limit the impact of system outag...
AI summary The text outlines opportunities for electric utilities, including new products like distributed energy resources and EV charging services, energy storage solutions, and increased electrification. It highlights the Smart Grid Nova Scotia Project as an example of grid modernization efforts and emphasizes the importance of climate adaptation for utility success.
2026-2027 GRA Direct Evidence Appendix 3B Page 31 of 54 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) Nova Scotia-New Brunswick Transmission Corridor – Example of Key Climate Impacts for Critical Transmission Asset Identified in Step 2 The t...
AI summary This document discusses the climate risks to the Nova Scotia-New Brunswick transmission corridor, including coastal flooding, ice accumulation, and rising temperatures. It highlights the projected impacts on transmission lines and the adaptations taken by NS Power, such as updated infrastructure standards and a funding agreement to reinforce the Chignecto Isthmus.
Capital Replacements Capital replacement, in essence replacing the entire asset with a new asset, is often one of the last options selected for risk mitigation as it is often the costliest. The new asset may be of similar specifications to...
AI summary Capital replacement involves replacing entire assets, typically as a last resort due to high costs. It may be chosen if refurbishment is infeasible, risks cannot be managed otherwise, or if it's more cost-effective. An example is replacing a low-lying substation with a higher-elevation one to mitigate flood risks.
5.2. Five-Year Reliability Plan The Five-Year Reliability Plan, filed with the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board in December 2024, represents a significant investment of $1.3 billion aimed at enhancing the resilience and reliability of...
AI summary NS Power's Five-Year Reliability Plan, filed with the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board in December 2024, outlines a $1.3 billion investment to enhance grid resilience through storm hardening, vegetation management, equipment upgrades, and advanced grid modernization. The plan aligns with climate adaptation strategies to reduce outage risks and integrate renewable energy.
5.3. Wildfire Mitigation Plan As part of NS Power's comprehensive climate adaptation plan, the Wildfire Mitigation Plan plays a crucial role in enhancing the resilience of the Company's electrical infrastructure against the increasing thre...
AI summary NS Power's 2025 Wildfire Mitigation Plan enhances infrastructure resilience through vegetation management, equipment upgrades, and real-time monitoring. It aligns with climate adaptation goals, using predictive analytics to proactively manage wildfire risks, ensuring service reliability and public safety while advancing a sustainable grid.
Executive Summary The purpose of the NS Power's wildfire mitigation plan is to reduce the risk of wildfires caused by electrical infrastructure in Nova Scotia and to protect public safety. It aims to ensure the reliability of electricity s...
AI summary NS Power's wildfire mitigation plan aims to reduce wildfire risks from electrical infrastructure, protect public safety, and ensure reliable electricity service through vegetation management, equipment upgrades, and operational improvements. Key assets include transmission lines, distribution lines, and monitoring systems, with goals focused on risk reduction, safety, and grid resilience.
4.2 Wildfire Tracking There are several publicly available maps to allow for daily tracking of active wildfires across Canada. Ongoing fire activities such as local fire bans, advisories and active wildfires, and provide additional near-re...
AI summary NS Power utilizes publicly available wildfire tracking maps, integrated into internal GIS systems, to monitor active wildfires and assess risks. Key maps include those from the Department of Natural Resources and Renewables, Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre, and Natural Resources Canada.
6.0 Wildfire Risk Reduction Components in poor condition are at higher risk of unplanned failure and should be prioritized for replacement or upgrade. Investment in maintaining or upgrading overhead lines will reduce the potential for tran...
AI summary NS Power prioritizes infrastructure upgrades and vegetation management to reduce wildfire risks. Measures include overhead line hardening, right-of-way widening, animal guards, drone inspections, and satellite monitoring. These efforts aim to enhance grid resilience against climate change impacts and prevent ignition sources.
6.2 System Hardening
AI summary The section titled '6.2 System Hardening' is introduced, though no substantive content or analysis is provided in the text. The context includes a comprehensive list of acronyms relevant to the regulatory proceeding.
Covered conductor installation Covered conductors act as a physical barrier between electrical equipment and vegetation, animal contact, and other external contacts. This reduces the possibility of power line arcing or sparking if contact...
AI summary Covered conductors reduce risks from power line arcing by acting as barriers against vegetation, animal contact, and other external factors. NS Power currently uses them in limited targeted locations on distribution lines, with expanded use being considered. Hendrix cables are highlighted as an example of effective covered conductor technology.
Crossarm replacement Installations of new equipment to replace existing crossarms, defined as horizontal support attached to poles or structures generally at right angles to the conductor supported. NS Power deploys an inspection program f...
AI summary NS Power conducts inspections of transmission and distribution equipment, including crossarms, and replaces wooden crossarms with steel versions under a new standard to mitigate wildfire risks. This initiative aims to enhance infrastructure safety by reducing the likelihood of steel arms contributing to wildfire initiation.
Vegetation inventory system In 2025 NS Power is advancing a project to further enhance our existing vegetation inventory system, and this initiative will integrate and leverage new and existing vegetation management data for enhanced risk-...
AI summary In 2025, NS Power is enhancing its vegetation inventory system by integrating satellite imagery data, reliability assessments, and asset criticality into Business Intelligence tools like Tableau. This initiative aims to improve risk-based decision-making for transmission and distribution systems through enhanced vegetation management interventions and time-series data analysis.
Downline Device Monitoring and Communication NS Power is expanding the implementation of telecommunications connectivity providing telemetry and controls to intelligent field devices throughout the grid, including Remote Terminal Units (RT...
AI summary NS Power is enhancing grid resilience by expanding telecommunications connectivity to intelligent field devices like RTUs and distributed protection equipment. This improves outage detection, fault location identification, remote operations, and asset management capabilities, particularly in wildfire risk mitigation.
8.2 Smart Meters NS Power has installed smart meters for the majority of its customers, allowing events and alarms to be automatically sent to the control center. This technology enhances visibility and response at the individual customer...
AI summary NS Power has deployed smart meters to enhance grid visibility, improve outage response, and mitigate wildfire risks by detecting line disturbances and downed power lines. The technology provides real-time load and voltage data, supporting faster restoration and situational awareness. Existing AMI integrations enable wildfire risk reduction through meter pinging to validate power status.
2026-2027 GRA Direct Evidence Appendix 3C Page 35 of 38 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) are opportunities to further integrate AMI data with outage management systems for better visibility to System Operators and to provide a c...
AI summary The text highlights opportunities to integrate AMI data with outage management systems, enhancing visibility for System Operators and providing consolidated datasets for Reliability Engineers. Smart meter alarms and power quality data integration improves outage response and wildfire risk detection, bolstering grid resilience and community safety.
504450 REG GRID SALES FUEL DIESEL
AI summary This document pertains to a Nova Scotia regulatory proceeding (504450) concerning grid sales of diesel fuel. The context includes numerous acronyms related to energy regulation, cost recovery mechanisms, and infrastructure management. Key entities involve Nova Scotia Power Energy Marketing Inc. (NSPEMI) and the Nova Scotia Energy Board (NSEB).
N-82026-2027 GRA Appendix 9-13
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DESCRIPTION: This project consisted of building a new transmission line (L6613) which replaced the adjacent line (L6513) for a designed operating temperature of 100˚C with a summer rating of 320 MVA and a winter rating of 363 MVAutilizing...
AI summary NS Power seeks approval for a transmission line replacement project (L6613) to support the Maritime Link project, upgrading capacity from 50°C to 100°C operating temperatures and enhancing substation protections. The project was initially denied by NSUARB in 2015 and is now resubmitted as part of a General Rate Application.
15 F. Capital Market Conclusions Interest rates on government and utility bonds have remained about the same as when the UARB approved the settlement in NSPI's previous GRA. This indicates that despite the uncertainties in the economy, the...
AI summary The document discusses the stability of interest rates for government and utility bonds since the UARB approved NSPI's previous GRA. It highlights long-term challenges for the utility industry, including climate change, decarbonization, and grid modernization, while noting load growth from electrification and data centers. Economic forecasts and modeling approaches are referenced.
Non-standard Meter Service (AMI) Opt-Out Fee
AI summary The document discusses the 'Non-standard Meter Service' and specifically addresses the 'AMI Opt-Out Fee', which relates to the Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) and the associated fee for opting out of this service.
The Board approved NS Power's Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) Project Application in June 2018. The Company filed its Revised AMI Compliance Filing on September 20, 2018, detailing the plan to inform customers about the opt-out[1](#...
AI summary The Board approved NS Power's AMI Project in 2018, with revised filings detailing opt-out charges. In 2023, the Board did not approve the proposed AMI opt-out fee, despite stakeholder support, and provided general direction for the Company to address in a specific section of its filing.
NS Power's financial model for the opt-out charges is attached in PR-02 Attachment 1 . The model includes the estimated incremental costs that will be incurred as a result of providing customers the option to retain non-standard meter serv...
AI summary NS Power has updated its financial model for AMI opt-out charges, incorporating changes such as a 33% supervisor oversight factor, updated WACC and labour rates, and revised workload forecasts based on actual opt-out customer data. These changes aim to ensure accurate cost recovery from opt-out customers.
2 Findings included in the Board's Decision under M10431 The NSEB's 2023-2024 GRA Decision provided general direction for pursuing available options: In considering NS Power's requested opt-out fee, the Board questions whether all reasonab...
AI summary The Board questions whether all reasonable options have been explored to minimize or eliminate the proposed opt-out fee for the smart meter program. It notes that customers who opt-out will still pay for the capital project through embedded rate costs and is not persuaded that the fee has been fully justified. The Board emphasizes the need for flexible meter reading schedules to minimize energy cost burdens.
Non-standard Meter Service (AMI) Opt-out Fee 2026-2027 GRA Direct Evidence Appendix 13A Page 6 of 14 […] NS Power may seek approval at a later time, after it has acquired actual experience with opt-out costs and has clearly demonstrated it...
AI summary NS Power may seek approval for the opt-out fee after acquiring actual experience with opt-out costs and demonstrating experience with flexible customer options. This is emphasized in the text.
2.1.1 Opt-Out Fees in Other Jurisdictions Section 11 of the Company's AMI Project Application provided a summary of the separate charges implemented by utilities in other jurisdictions for non-standard meter service to recover the cost of...
AI summary The document discusses opt-out fees for non-standard meter service in other jurisdictions, noting that utilities typically charge initial and monthly fees. NS Power's approach differs by not including an initial fee, as their AMI meters with OTA billing turned off reduce administrative costs for opt-out customers.
Non-standard Meter Service (AMI) Opt-out Fee 2026-2027 GRA Direct Evidence Appendix 13A Page 7 of 14 In addition, approximately 41.5 percent of the total AMI project costs were for the AMI meters themselves.[6](#page-120-2) Parsing project...
AI summary The text argues that allocating AMI project costs based on opt-out status unfairly increases costs for standard meter service customers. It suggests all customers should contribute to the capital investment in AMI meters to ensure fairness and operational efficiency.
2.1.3 Regulation 5.1 – Post Card and Estimated Meter Reading Customer-submitted meter reads, by post card or electronically, were raised in both the AMI Application and the 2023-2024 GRA as an option to reduce or eliminate an opt-out fee....
AI summary The document discusses Regulation 5.1, which allows customers to submit meter readings via post card or electronically, as an option to avoid opt-out fees. The Board's GRA Decision supports this, noting that NS Power provides resources for customers to take and submit meter readings, and similar instructions can be developed for digital meters.
Non-standard Meter Service (AMI) Opt-out Fee 2026-2027 GRA Direct Evidence Appendix 13A Page 8 of 14 Customer-submitted meter reads are used only on an exception basis when NS Power is unable to obtain an on-site reading. Regulation 5.1 re...
AI summary The document discusses the risks associated with customer-submitted meter reads under the proposed opt-out fee for non-standard meter service (AMI) from 2026-2027. It highlights concerns about inaccuracies and intentional misreporting, especially when combined with bill estimations. The document argues that customer-submitted reads are not a reliable substitute for manual reads, necessitating an opt-out fee to cover the costs of ensuring accuracy.
2.2 Both AMI Project Capital Costs and Savings are Embedded in Rates 9 Regulation 5.1 Meter Reading, "Estimated Meter Reading," page 40. January 1, 2017. 10 Regulation 5.1 Meter Reading, "Estimated Meter Readings in Rural Areas," page 41.
AI summary This section discusses how the capital costs and savings associated with the Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) project are embedded in rates. It references regulations related to estimated meter readings in rural areas and general meter reading practices.
Non-standard Meter Service (AMI) Opt-out Fee 2026-2027 GRA Direct Evidence Appendix 13A Page 9 of 14 The concept of non-participant[11](#page-122-0) contributions to the AMI capital project costs, as these costs are embedded in rates, is b...
AI summary The document discusses the rationale for non-participant contributions to the AMI capital project costs, based on shared infrastructure principles. It explains that even opt-out customers benefit from the infrastructure and should contribute to its cost. OTA billing has become standard, and opt-out meter reading is treated as a pass-through cost to opt-out customers.
Non-standard Meter Service (AMI) Opt-out Fee 2026-2027 GRA Direct Evidence Appendix 13A Page 10 of 14 NS Power has increasingly been asked by stakeholders to leverage its AMI data for various justifications and analyses. AMI data helps NS...
AI summary NS Power highlights various benefits of Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) data, including improved outage management, reduced field work, and better integration of new electric loads. These benefits support the approval of the AMI Authorization to Overspend Application (M11003).
Non-standard Meter Service (AMI) Opt-out Fee 2026-2027 GRA Direct Evidence Appendix 13A Page 11 of 14 The Board also notes from various energy transition matters it has considered or is dealing with at the present time that the implementat...
AI summary The Board emphasizes the importance of the AMI Project in facilitating the integration of renewables and distributed energy resources, managing load, and developing time-varying rates, which are essential for the energy transition. The Board agrees with NS Power that without AMI, the utility would be behind in modernizing the electrical system.
2.3 The Company has Acquired Actual Experience with Opt-out Costs and Flexible Customer Options As part of the approval process for NS Power's AMI roll-out, the NSEB required NS Power to track its costs and report annually on the customers...
AI summary NS Power has been tracking and reporting opt-out costs related to AMI installation since 2021. In 2024, these costs amounted to approximately $1.11 million, with cumulative costs since 2019/2020 reaching $4.24 million.
Cost Category 2019/2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Grand Total Internal Labour 0.15 0.07 – – – 0.22 Consulting 0.18 0.00 – – – 0.18 13 M11003 – NSEB Decision, 308688, pages 9-10. November 3, 2023. 14 M08349, NS Power CI 47124 – AMI Project, Suppl...
AI summary The document presents a table of cost categories and associated expenses for the AMI Project from 2019/2020 to 2024, including internal labour, consulting, total labour, customer care expenses, and meter services expenses. It references specific NSEB decisions and a CI project related to the AMI Project.
The Board also reviewed and assessed utility meter opt-out fees in the Halifax Regional Water Commission (HRWC, Halifax Water) 2016 AMI capital project (M07473). In its 2016 Application, HRWC proposed the introduction of meter reading char...
AI summary The document discusses the Board's review of meter opt-out fees in the Halifax Regional Water Commission's 2016 AMI project and NS Power's subsequent development of more refined opt-out cost models. The Board approved HRWC's initial fee in 2016, and later extended it to all customers in 2020. NS Power has used experience-based models informed by five years of tracking and reporting opt-out costs.
Non-standard Meter Service (AMI) Opt-out Fee 2026-2027 GRA Direct Evidence Appendix 13A Page 13 of 14 having then achieved "the successful installation of AMI meters for approximately 98%"[18](#page-126-1) of its customers, without any req...
AI summary The document states that approximately 98% of customers have successfully had AMI meters installed, with no necessary revisions to the opt-out fee model inputs or assumptions.
2.4 The Need, and Amount, of the Proposed Opt-out Fee has been Fully Explored and Justified NS Power's position is closely aligned with the principles and justifications established by HRWC in its 2016 AMI opt-out proposal and, more recent...
AI summary NS Power argues that an opt-out fee is necessary to cover the extra costs incurred from customers who have not installed AMI meters. These customers increase operational costs due to manual meter readings and bill estimations. HRWC's 2020 GRA proposed extending the opt-out fee to all opt-out customers, and this position is supported by the need to ensure fair cost distribution.
Non-standard Meter Service (AMI) Opt-out Fee 2026-2027 GRA Direct Evidence Appendix 13A Page 14 of 14 Customers currently on a monthly demand read cycle would pay $274.84 annually if billed the proposed opt-out fee of $22.89 per month, in...
AI summary The document discusses the proposed AMI opt-out fee for customers who choose not to use advanced metering infrastructure. It references a 2020 Board decision approving a similar fee for Halifax Water and notes that all parties accept the need for an opt-out charge, with Synapse suggesting a reasonable range of $10-$12 per month.
CAD to USD conversion 1.4188 CAD to OSD conversion 1.4188 Region Utility Opt-out Meter Type Initial Fee Monthly Fee Other Fees Additional Information Reference BC Hydro Radio-off Meter $ 22.60 $ 20.00 Eligibility limited to customers who n...
AI summary The text provides a table comparing meter options and associated fees from various utilities in Canada, including BC Hydro, Fortis BC, Hydro Quebec, and EPCOR (Alberta), detailing initial and monthly fees for different meter types, eligibility criteria, and additional information.
Re: M08349 – CI 47124 – Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) Project – Costs Associated with Opt-Out Services The Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB, Board) approved Nova Scotia Power Incorporated's (NS Power, Company) applicat...
AI summary The Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board approved NS Power's AMI Project in 2018 and directed the company to explore cost-effective opt-out meter reading services and track associated costs. NS Power has installed over 531,000 smart meters, with 97% now using OTA billing. The Board approved discontinuing monthly updates due to NS Power's progress and commitment to complete installations.
NS Power has approximately 18,140 customers who have opted out. These customers continue to have their meters read manually at the meter every other month, at no additional charge to the customer. NS Power completed a call out campaign to...
AI summary NS Power has 18,140 customers who opted out of AMI meter installation. These customers have their meters read manually every other month. NS Power conducted a call-out campaign in 2021/2022 and focused on completing AMI meter changes in 2023 and 2024. In 2024, they received about 650 calls from opt-out customers.
Opt-out customers in OTA-enabled areas require manual meter reading and receive nonstandard meter service. In 2024, NS Power continued to read these opt-out customers per standard read frequency in accordance with current regulations. Goin...
AI summary Opt-out customers in OTA-enabled areas require manual meter reading, which NS Power performed in 2024 at a cost of approximately $1.1 million for 100,000 reads. NS Power is exploring cost-reduction strategies and flexible customer options, as outlined in Appendix 13A of the 2026-2027 GRA.
N-92026-2027 GRA Appendix 12 A-C - Cost of Service Study Process - Redacted
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Cost of Service Study Redacted 1 7.0 LINE LOSS STUDY 2 3 The purpose of this project was to update NS Power's loss allocation methodology, leveraging 4 advancements in system modelling and data acquisition from AMI. NS Power retained BBA a...
AI summary This section of the Cost of Service Study discusses the update of NS Power's loss allocation methodology, utilizing advanced system modelling and data from AMI. BBA was engaged as a consultant to conduct the analysis, and the revised methodology improves accuracy and transparency in allocating energy and demand losses across customer classes.
ory Cancellation LIIR Fri 30-Nov-18 3:29 Advisory Cancellation GRLF Fri 30-Nov-18 3:29 Advisory Notification GRLF Mon 3-Dec-18 16:48 Advisory Notification LIIR Mon 3-Dec-18 16:49 Advisory Cancellation LIIR Mon 3-Dec-18 18:49 Advisory Cance...
AI summary The text lists a series of advisory notifications and cancellations related to the Grid Reliability Framework (GRLF) and Load Interruption and Interruption Response (LIIR) on specific dates in late November and early December 2018.
COSS CA DR-8 Attachment 1 Page 4 of 30 Message Time Alert Notification LIIR Fri 7-Dec-18 7:19 Alert Cancellation LIIR Fri 7-Dec-18 8:27 Alert Cancellation GRLF Fri 7-Dec-18 8:27 Advisory Cancellation LIIR Fri 7-Dec-18 10:14 Advisory Cancel...
AI summary The document provides a timeline of alerts and advisories related to the Grid Reliability Framework (GRLF) and Load Interruption and Interruption Response (LIIR) from December 2018 to March 2019, indicating various notifications and cancellations over this period.
COSS CA DR-8 Attachment 1 Page 5 of 30 Advisory GRLF Fri 10-May-19 8:16 Advisory LIIR Fri 10-May-19 8:39 Advisory Cancellation GRLF Fri 10-May-19 10:06 Advisory Cancellation LIIR Fri 10-May-19 10:06 Advisory GRLF and Shore Sat 11-May-19 8:...
AI summary The document contains a series of advisories and alerts related to the Grid Reliability Framework (GRLF) and Load Interruption and Interruption Response (LIIR) issued over several dates in 2019. These advisories include notifications, cancellations, and alerts related to grid reliability and load interruption management.
COSS CA DR-8 Attachment 1 Page 6 of 30 Message Time Alert Cancellation LIIR Thu 14-Nov-19 11:02 Alert Cancellation GRLF and Shore Thu 14-Nov-19 11:03 Advisory Cancellation LIIR T and C Thu 14-Nov-19 11:04 Advisory Cancellation LIIR Thu 14-...
AI summary The document contains a series of alerts and advisories related to the Grid Reliability Framework (GRLF) and Load Interruption and Interruption Response (LIIR) from November 2019 to October 2020, including their cancellations. These alerts and advisories appear to be related to grid reliability and load management activities.
COSS CA DR-8 Attachment 1 Page 7 of 30 Message Time Advisory Cancellation GRLF and Shore Mon 19-Oct-20 21:22 Advisory GRLF and Shore Tue 20-Oct-20 8:24 Advisory LIIR Tue 20-Oct-20 8:24 Advisory Cancellation GRLF and Shore Tue 20-Oct-20 9:0...
AI summary This document contains a log of advisories and alerts related to the Grid Reliability Framework (GRLF), Shore, and Load Interruption and Interruption Response (LIIR) from October 2020 to January 2021. It includes timestamps for advisory messages, cancellations, and alerts issued during this period.
COSS CA DR-8 Attachment 1 Page 8 of 30 Alert Cancellation LIIR Sat 9-Jan-21 11:43 Alert Cancellation GRLF and Shore Sat 9-Jan-21 11:43 Advisory Cancellation LIIR Sat 9-Jan-21 11:44 Advisory Cancellation GRLF and Shore Sat 9-Jan-21 11:44 Ad...
AI summary The document lists a series of alerts, advisories, and restorations related to the Grid Reliability Framework (GRLF) and Load Interruption and Interruption Response (LIIR) on specific dates in January and March 2021. These entries indicate the timing and nature of grid-related events, including alerts, cancellations, and restoration actions.
COSS CA DR-8 Attachment 1 Page 15 of 30 Advisory LIIR T and C Tue 1-Mar-22 6:32 Alert GRLF and Shore Tue 1-Mar-22 6:33 Alert LIIR Tue 1-Mar-22 6:34 Advisory Cancellation LIIR T and C Tue 1-Mar-22 11:01 Alert Cancellation LIIR Tue 1-Mar-22...
AI summary This document contains a series of alerts, advisories, and interruptions related to LIIR, GRLF, and Shore systems, recorded over several dates in March 2022. These entries include notifications of service advisories, cancellations, and interruptions, with specific teams and MW capacities noted during interruptions.
R Sun 18-Jun-23 20:40 Alert Cancellation GRLF and Shore Sun 18-Jun-23 20:41 Advisory Cancellation LIIR T and C Sun 18-Jun-23 20:42 Advisory Cancellation LIIR Sun 18-Jun-23 20:42 Advisory Cancellation GRLF and Shore Sun 18-Jun-23 20:42 Advi...
AI summary The text contains a series of alerts and advisories related to grid management entities LIIR and GRLF, including cancellations and updates on specific dates.
COSS CA DR-8 Attachment 1 Page 25 of 30 Message Time Advisory LIIR T and C Thu 22-Jun-23 9:39 Alert GRLF and Shore Thu 22-Jun-23 10:07 Alert LIIR Thu 22-Jun-23 10:08 Advisory Cancellation LIIR T and C Thu 22-Jun-23 14:18 Alert Cancellation...
AI summary This document contains a series of alerts and advisories related to grid reliability and load forecasting (GRLF) and loss of illumination and interruption report (LIIR) events, spanning from June 2023 to December 2023. These alerts and advisories include notifications, cancellations, and updates related to system performance and reliability.
COSS CA DR-8 Attachment 1 Page 26 of 30 Message Time Alert Cancellation GRLF and Shore Wed 6-Dec-23 10:14 Advisory Cancellation LIIR T and C Wed 6-Dec-23 10:15 Advisory Cancellation LIIR Wed 6-Dec-23 10:17 Advisory Cancellation GRLF and Sh...
AI summary The text includes a table listing various alerts and advisories related to grid reliability and load forecasting (GRLF) and loss of illumination and interruption reports (LIIR) with timestamps. It also references a partially confidential appendix from a 2026-2027 GRA Direct Evidence document.
Large industrial load interruption events Event Start Time End Time LIIR Interruption 18-Jun-23 17:17 18-Jun-23 20:37 LIIR Interruption 1-Jun-23 17:03 1-Jun-23 18:07 LIIR Interruption 4-Feb-23 11:13 4-Feb-23 19:19 LIIR Interruption 2-Feb-2...
AI summary The document lists multiple large industrial load interruption events (LIIR) with specific dates and times, indicating frequent disruptions in power supply. These events are part of a partially confidential appendix in a regulatory proceeding related to GRA (Grid Reliability and Load Forecasting).
COSS CA DR-9 Attachment 1 Page 1 of 627 Start Time End Time ANL_MW 1/1/2019 0:00 1/1/2019 1:00 1/1/2019 1:00 1/1/2019 2:00 1380.8 1304.7 1/1/2019 2:00 1/1/2019 3:00 1202.4 1/1/2019 3:00 1/1/2019 4:00 1098.5 1/1/2019 4:00 1/1/2019 5:00 1051...
AI summary The document provides a table of energy demand data, showing the start and end times of specific intervals along with corresponding ANL_MW values, which likely represent energy load measurements. This data is part of a regulatory proceeding related to energy planning and reliability.
COSS CA DR-9 Attachment 1 Page 2 of 627 Start Time End Time ANL_MW 1/3/2019 22:00 1/3/2019 23:00 1500.7 1/3/2019 23:00 1/4/2019 0:00 1495.3 1/4/2019 0:00 1/4/2019 1:00 1461.1 1/4/2019 1:00 1/4/2019 2:00 1438.1 1/4/2019 2:00 1/4/2019 3:00 1...
AI summary The document presents a table of time-stamped data showing the load (in MW) over a period from January 3, 2019, to January 5, 2019. The data appears to be related to grid load forecasting or reliability analysis, likely used for energy planning or regulatory purposes.
COSS CA DR-9 Attachment 1 Page 34 of 627 Start Time End Time ANL_MW 4/7/2019 7:00 4/7/2019 8:00 984.9 4/7/2019 8:00 4/7/2019 9:00 4/7/2019 9:00 4/7/2019 10:00 1059.0 1095.8 4/7/2019 10:00 4/7/2019 11:00 1055.0 4/7/2019 11:00 4/7/2019 12:00...
AI summary The document presents a table containing time-stamped data on ANL_MW (apparent net load in megawatts) for multiple intervals between April 7, 2019, and April 10, 2019. This data may be used for analyzing electricity demand patterns and grid performance during this period.
COSS CA DR-9 Attachment 1 Page 45 of 627 Start Time End Time ANL_MW 5/9/2019 9:00 5/9/2019 10:00 5/9/2019 10:00 5/9/2019 11:00 883.2 889.2 5/9/2019 11:00 5/9/2019 12:00 880.5 5/9/2019 12:00 5/9/2019 13:00 874.0 5/9/2019 13:00 5/9/2019 14:0...
AI summary The document provides a table of apparent energy load (ANL_MW) data recorded over multiple time intervals on May 9th to May 12th, 2019. This data appears to be related to energy usage and may be used for analysis in a regulatory proceeding.
COSS CA DR-9 Attachment 1 Page 214 of 627 Start Time End Time ANL_MW 9/13/2020 7:00 9/13/2020 8:00 776.3 9/13/2020 8:00 9/13/2020 9:00 912.6 9/13/2020 9:00 9/13/2020 10:00 982.5 9/13/2020 10:00 9/13/2020 11:00 977.7 9/13/2020 11:00 9/13/20...
AI summary This document provides a table of time-stamped data showing the ANL_MW values on September 13, 2020, and September 14, 2020. The data reflects the megawatt load at different intervals, indicating fluctuations in energy demand over time.
COSS CA DR-9 Attachment 1 Page 291 of 627 Start Time End Time ANL_MW 4/25/2021 21:00 4/25/2021 22:00 923.3 4/25/2021 22:00 4/25/2021 23:00 893.4 4/25/2021 23:00 4/26/2021 0:00 813.4 4/26/2021 0:00 4/26/2021 1:00 724.9 4/26/2021 1:00 4/26/2...
AI summary The text presents a table of apparent net load (ANL_MW) values over time, showing fluctuations in energy demand from April 25 to April 27, 2021. These data points may be used for grid planning, load forecasting, or regulatory analysis related to electricity generation and distribution.
COSS CA DR-9 Attachment 1 Page 409 of 627 Start Time End Time ANL_MW 4/5/2022 1:00 4/5/2022 2:00 986.7 4/5/2022 2:00 4/5/2022 3:00 972.0 4/5/2022 3:00 4/5/2022 4:00 999.2 4/5/2022 4:00 4/5/2022 5:00 994.7 4/5/2022 5:00 4/5/2022 6:00 1037.3...
AI summary The document presents a table of time intervals and corresponding ANL_MW values, likely representing energy demand or load data over a specific period on April 5th and 6th, 2022. This data may be used for grid planning, load forecasting, or operational analysis.
COSS CA DR-9 Attachment 1 Page 489 of 627 11/24/2022 8:00 11/24/2022 9:00 1457.7 11/24/2022 9:00 11/24/2022 10:00 1395.7 11/24/2022 10:00 11/24/2022 11:00 1296.9 11/24/2022 11:00 11/24/2022 12:00 1263.3 11/24/2022 12:00 11/24/2022 13:00 12...
AI summary The text presents a table of apparent net load (ANL_MW) values recorded over multiple time intervals on November 24 and 25, 2022, indicating fluctuations in electricity demand throughout the day.
COSS CA DR-9 Attachment 1 Page 562 of 627 Start Time End Time ANL_MW 6/25/2023 7:00 6/25/2023 8:00 778.2 6/25/2023 8:00 6/25/2023 9:00 773.1 6/25/2023 9:00 6/25/2023 10:00 848.3 6/25/2023 10:00 6/25/2023 11:00 916.5 6/25/2023 11:00 6/25/20...
AI summary The document provides a detailed table of time intervals and corresponding ANL_MW values, likely representing load or generation data for a specific date range in June 2023. These figures may be used for analysis of energy demand or system performance during this period.
Acronym Description ABNO available but not operating ABNO(SC) available and operating in synchronous condenser mode PARTIALLY CONFIDENTIAL 2026-2027 GRA Direct Evidence Appendix 12A(2) Page 693 of 1218 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION RE...
AI summary This document is a partially confidential appendix from a regulatory proceeding, containing information related to the 2026-2027 GRA (Grid Reliability Assessment) and includes definitions of acronyms such as ABNO and ABNO(SC). The content is redacted, and specific details are not fully disclosed.
Cost of Service Study Process (NSUARB M11475) NSPI Responses to CA Data Requests 1 Request DR-23: 2 3 Please indicate whether NS Power is currently developing plans to deploy static var 4 compensators (STATCOMs) or synchronous condensers....
AI summary NS Power is evaluating technologies like STATCOMs and synchronous condensers for grid support as renewable resources are integrated into the grid. Synchronous condensers are expected to be necessary for frequency response and supporting the Eastern Interconnection. Wind facilities have specific inertia and reactive power requirements, and there is no plan to use these for other purposes.
REDACTED 1 Request DR-58: 2 3 For each customer class, please provide hourly estimates of the class load for each year 2014- 4 2023, even if NS Power has low confidence in the quality of the data for any particular time 5 period. 6 7 (a) P...
AI summary The document includes a request for hourly load estimates for customer classes from 2014 to 2023, along with explanations of data confidence levels and assumptions for unmetered load. NS Power refers to a load research sample and provides information on data precision based on metering and sampling methods.
Cost of Service Study Process (NSUARB M11475) NSPI Responses to PHP Data Requests 1 Request DR-28: 2 3 Reference: Email from David MacDougall on October 22, 2024 titled "COSS - Models and 4 DRs." 5 6 Reference the October 11, 2024 General...
AI summary NSPI is responding to data requests regarding the Cost of Service Study (COSS) process, specifically addressing the functionalization and allocation of a $12M investment in the Advanced Meter Infrastructure (AMI) project. The investment is proposed to be directly functionalized to Retail and classified 100% to Customer Service. NSPI also discusses the functionalization of computer software and communication equipment across generation, transmission, distribution, and retail service areas.
Generation Classification Methodologies (4) - > Time Differentiated Embedded Cost of Service Methods - Production Stacking - ➤ Base-Intermediate-Peak (BIP) - Loss of Load Probability (LOLP) Production Cost - ➤ Probability of Dispatch - > T...
AI summary The document discusses time differentiated embedded cost of service methods, including Production Stacking, Base-Intermediate-Peak (BIP), and Loss of Load Probability (LOLP) Production Cost. These methods are noted as complex and unstable but may become more feasible with the development of AMI, which provides better data and transparency.
- Key stakeholders include the Government of Nova Scotia, Independent Power Producers (IPPs), EfficiencyOne(E1), Mi'kmaw Partners, and NS Power. 2030 Project Accountability Key Partners Wind/Solar NS Government IPP's Battery Storage NS Gov...
AI summary The document outlines key stakeholders and their involvement in various 2030 projects related to energy in Nova Scotia, including the Government of Nova Scotia, Independent Power Producers (IPPs), EfficiencyOne (E1), Mi'kmaw Partners, and NS Power. Projects include wind/solar, battery storage, grid stability, hybrid peak/load management, reliability tie, fast acting generation, and fuel conversions.
A Twist: Grid Stress Costs Occur Based on Forecasts • CAISO restricts maintenance operations when grid stress is forecast; idled crews affect schedules and costs
AI summary Grid stress costs are influenced by forecasts, leading to restrictions on maintenance operations by CAISO, which in turn affects crew schedules and overall costs.
A Twist: Grid Stress Costs Occur Based on Forecasts • CAISO restricts maintenance operations when grid stress is forecast; idled crews affect schedules and costs
AI summary CAISO restricts maintenance operations during forecasted grid stress, which can lead to idled crews affecting schedules and costs.
2026-2027 GRA Direct Evidence Appendix 12A(3) Page 164 of 310 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) - 2. The NS Power supply resource portfolio will transition to incorporate increased amounts of renewable and intermittent resources....
AI summary The document outlines key changes in the Nova Scotia Power supply resource portfolio, including increased renewable energy integration, the impact of customer-owned generation like solar PV, and the influence of battery storage systems on grid dynamics. It also mentions the development of new market and regulatory processes, as well as evolving customer expectations regarding service options.
Deep dive into NSPI data for - Transmission digital twin PSSe model and 8760 data - Distribution digital twin CYME model and 8760 AMI & MV90 data - Secondary services information within GIS - Customers configuration data
AI summary This section outlines data elements related to NSPI's transmission and distribution systems, including digital twin models, AMI data, GIS information, and customer configuration data.
Project Objectives To update the Loss Allocation methodology for NSPI customer types leveraging NSPI data, including: - Transmission data model - Distribution data model - Secondary data models - AMI data and +MV90 data - Georeferenced Inf...
AI summary The project aims to update the Loss Allocation methodology for NSPI customer types by utilizing various data sources, including transmission, distribution, and georeferenced information system (GIS) data, to develop a table of loss allocation per customer type based on their location on the system.
In addition to the increase within the Computer Software depreciation pool, the Communication Equipment pools have experienced growth in investment between 2011 and 2023. This is primarily due to the investment required as part of the Adva...
AI summary The document discusses the growth in the Communication Equipment depreciation pool due to the Advanced Meter Infrastructure project, and proposes directly functionalizing investments in computer software and communication equipment to specific service areas. NS Power also plans to continue identifying opportunities for functionalization in other investment categories.
• Session 6: May 16, 2024 - o Half-day session - o Topics: Transmission functionalization between transmission and generation (Maritime Link, Reliability Tie); functionalization between transmission and distribution (bulk power substation,...
AI summary This session focused on transmission functionalization, discussing the separation of transmission functions from generation (e.g., Maritime Link, Reliability Tie) and from distribution (e.g., bulk power substation, batteries). The discussion centered on infrastructure planning and grid modernization.
1. Introduction Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) mandated BBA to develop and implement a comprehensive and industry-aligned methodology for conducting line loss studies that are representative of NS Power systems and appropriate for use i...
AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) has mandated BBA to develop a standardized methodology for line loss studies using AMI, SCADA, and asset data. The initiative aims to replace manual processes with a more accurate and efficient approach, improving regulatory proceedings and operational efficiency.
4.3 Secondary losses Given limited GIS data and initial software constraints, a structured approach was implemented using GIS data, AMI metering, CYME simulations, and historical load research to improve modelling accuracy with typical con...
AI summary The document discusses the estimation of secondary losses using GIS data, AMI metering, CYME simulations, and historical load research. Typical secondary network configurations were developed based on NS Power's line construction standards, including parameters like customer connections per transformer and conductor characteristics.
N-142026-2027 GRA OP 01-15 - Redacted
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Glossary of Acronyms Used in the Report - ◼ A&G Administrative and General - ◼ AMI Advanced metering infrastructure - ◼ APQC American Productivity & Quality Center - ◼ ACFB Atmospheric circulating fluidized bed - ◼ AZNMSN Arizona, New Mexi...
AI summary This document provides a glossary of acronyms used in the report, including terms related to energy, finance, and operations. It lists various acronyms with their full forms, such as AMI for Advanced Metering Infrastructure and NSPI for Nova Scotia Power Inc.
Our Strategy The three Ds : Energy is essential to our customers, and their evolving needs are driving decarbonization , decentralization and digitalization trends. commitments are core to our strategy and shape our culture of doing the ri...
AI summary The strategy focuses on three key trends: decarbonization, decentralization, and digitalization, driven by customer needs. Commitments are central to the company's culture and approach to serving customers.
Investing in Cleaner, More Reliable Energy CLEANER & MORE RELIABLE CAPITAL PROJECTS (2024-2026)1 Tampa Electric – Storm Hardening $ 795 Tampa Electric – Solar Investments 690 Tampa Electric – Grid Modernization, AMI and LED 550 Nova Scotia...
AI summary The document outlines capital projects focused on cleaner and more reliable energy from 2024 to 2026, including investments in storm hardening, solar energy, grid modernization, and battery storage by various entities, with a total investment of $5,485 million, representing 62% of the baseline capital program.
- Grid modernization and customer focused technologies Earnings Impact of Capital Profile Florida Nova Scotia Capital Investment $ 100 $ 100 Equity %5 54% 37.5% Equity $ $ 54 $ 37.5 Return on equity5 10.2% 9.0% EARNINGS IMPACT $ 5.51 $ 3.3...
AI summary The document discusses the earnings impact of capital investment profiles in Florida and Nova Scotia, comparing equity percentages and returns on equity. It references the 2024-2026 Capital Plan, highlighting financial considerations related to grid modernization and customer-focused technologies.
Highlights: - The Maritime Link (NSPML) delivered over 130% of contractually required flows - TE Invested over $250M USD in the Storm Protection Plan and over $140M USD in grid modernization and distribution reliability. supporting the rec...
AI summary The Maritime Link exceeded its required performance, and significant investments were made in grid reliability and safety. NSPI and other utilities reported strong customer growth and improved safety metrics, with a 24% reduction in Lost Time Injury rates over five years.
Our Strategy The three Ds : Energy is essential to our customers, and their evolving needs are driving decarbonization , decentralization and digitalization trends. commitments are core to our strategy and shape our culture of doing the ri...
AI summary The strategy focuses on three key trends: decarbonization, decentralization, and digitalization, driven by customer needs. Commitments are central to the strategy, shaping the company's culture and approach to stakeholders.
Our Strategy The three Ds : Energy is essential to our customers, and their evolving needs are driving decarbonization , decentralization and digitalization trends. commitments are core to our strategy and shape our culture of doing the ri...
AI summary The company's strategy focuses on the 'three Ds'—decarbonization, decentralization, and digitalization—driven by customer needs. Commitments to these principles shape the company's culture and operations.
CLEANER & MORE RELIABLE CAPITAL PROJECTS (2024-2026) 1 Tampa Electric – Storm Hardening $ 795 Tampa Electric – Solar Investments 690 Tampa Electric – Grid Modernization, AMI and LED 550 Nova Scotia Power – Reliability Projects 650 New Mexi...
AI summary The table outlines cleaner and more reliable capital projects from 2024 to 2026, listing various initiatives by organizations such as Tampa Electric, Nova Scotia Power, and PGS, with a total investment of $5,150 million. The projects include storm hardening, solar investments, grid modernization, and reliability improvements.
CLEANER & MORE RELIABLE CAPITAL PROJECTS (2024-2026) 1 Tampa Electric – Storm Hardening $ 795 Tampa Electric – Solar Investments 690 Tampa Electric – Grid Modernization, AMI and LED 550 Nova Scotia Power – Reliability Projects 650 New Mexi...
AI summary The document outlines capital projects related to cleaner and more reliable energy initiatives from 2024 to 2026, including storm hardening, solar investments, grid modernization, and battery storage, with a total investment of $5,150 million. Approximately 60% of the total investment is allocated to various projects.
Our Path to Grid Modernization We set three objectives for our grid modernization strategy:
AI summary The document outlines three objectives for grid modernization strategy, though the specific objectives are not detailed in the provided text.
2. Future enabled An adaptable grid. Evolving our infrastructure to meet new operating challenges.
AI summary This section discusses the need for an adaptable grid to address evolving infrastructure challenges in the energy sector.
2026-2027 GRA OP-12 Attachment 1 Page 357 of 684 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) Unidirectional flow of power, little communication about the state of the system.
AI summary The text describes a unidirectional flow of power within the system and notes the lack of communication about the system's state. It includes images that may provide further context on the topic.
2026-2027 GRA OP-12 Attachment 1 Page 358 of 684 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) Allows for transfer of data, and relies on: - Enhanced backoffice systems - Better communications infrastructure – on and around the grid - Smarte...
AI summary The text discusses the enabling infrastructure for data transfer, including enhanced backoffice systems, improved communication infrastructure around the grid, and smarter field devices. It is part of a larger document related to a regulatory proceeding in Nova Scotia.
More Efficient Scheduling Priority scheduling of dispatches based on circumstances
AI summary The text discusses the concept of priority scheduling of dispatches based on specific circumstances, likely referring to operational or regulatory procedures for managing energy or utility dispatches more efficiently.
Benefits to the business: - Safety for workers and communities - Voltage / grid stability and resilience 2 - Reduced line losses 3 - Better, faster service through automation 4 - Improved wire down detection 5 - Predictive maintenance 6
AI summary The text outlines benefits to the business, including worker and community safety, grid stability and resilience, reduced line losses, and improvements in service through automation, wire down detection, and predictive maintenance.
Overhead Line Sensors - Line sensing vs. simple fault indication - TECO plan will see 8,500+ installed (<100 today) Automating processes Reducing human effort (diagnostics; truck rolls) Saving time Unlocking new efficiencies
AI summary The document discusses the implementation of overhead line sensors, highlighting the shift from simple fault indication to advanced line sensing. It notes the TECO plan's goal of installing over 8,500 sensors, a significant increase from the current number. Benefits include automation, reduced human effort, time savings, and increased efficiency.
Michelin Managing cyber risk Roll-out of advanced / smart devices Incorporating renewables Leveraging AI Advanced battery storage Customer education along the journey Balancing modernization initiatives with meeting demand growth Skills &...
AI summary The text outlines key initiatives and considerations for managing cyber risk, rolling out advanced devices, incorporating renewables, leveraging AI, and advancing battery storage. It emphasizes the importance of customer education, balancing modernization with demand growth, and skills development in the context of grid modernization and its benefits for customers and shareholders.
Smart Meter Technology Send actual usage data wirelessly to automate billing data arrives at the utility 2026-2027 GRA OP-12 Attachment 1 Page 376 of 684 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) 2026-2027 GRA OP-12 Attachment 1 Page 377...
AI summary The text discusses the implementation of smart meter technology, which sends actual usage data wirelessly to automate billing. It includes a target population of 2 million, which is twice the current population, and highlights a population growth of 50,000 over the last two years, compared to an actual growth of 54,000. The document contains redacted pages and figures.
$13.2B on Grid Reliability and Modernization $3.5B on Renewable Integration Transmission and distribution projects at TEC and NSPI Generation reliability projects at TEC and NSPI Gas infrastructure investment at PGS Solar investment at TEC...
AI summary The text outlines significant investments in grid reliability, modernization, and renewable integration, including transmission and distribution projects, generation reliability, gas infrastructure, solar, battery storage, and renewable natural gas initiatives across various entities.
2026-2027 GRA OP-12 Attachment 1 Page 417 of 684 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) In millions of CAD RELIABILITY & GRID MODERNIZATION PROJECTS Electric Grid Modernization at Tampa Electric $4,500 Distribution Expansion at PGS 1,...
AI summary The document outlines various projects and investments across reliability and grid modernization, renewable energy integration, technological innovation, and other initiatives, totaling approximately CAD 20.43 million. Key projects include grid modernization, distribution expansion, renewable energy investments, and technological upgrades.
$13.2B on Grid Reliability and Modernization $3.5B on Renewable Integration Transmission and distribution projects at TEC and NSPI Generation reliability projects at TEC and NSPI Gas infrastructure investment at PGS Solar investment at TEC...
AI summary The document outlines significant investments in grid reliability, modernization, and renewable integration, including transmission and distribution projects, generation reliability initiatives, gas infrastructure investment, solar, battery storage, and renewable natural gas projects by TEC, NSPI, and PGS.
Capital Project Details In millions of CAD RELIABILITY & GRID MODERNIZATION PROJECTS Electric Grid Modernization at Tampa Electric $4,500 Distribution Expansion at PGS 1,780 Generation Expansion and Efficiency at Tampa Electric 1,740 T&D I...
AI summary The document outlines capital project details, including reliability and grid modernization, renewable energy integration, technological innovation, and other initiatives, with total investments amounting to approximately CAD 20,430 million.
$13.2B on Grid Reliability and Modernization Transmission and distribution projects at Tampa Electric and Nova Scotia Power Generation reliability projects at Tampa Electric and Nova Scotia Power Gas infrastructure investment at Peoples Gas
AI summary The text discusses a $13.2B investment in grid reliability and modernization, including transmission and distribution projects by Tampa Electric and Nova Scotia Power, generation reliability projects by the same entities, and gas infrastructure investment by Peoples Gas.
Capital Project Details In millions of CAD RELIABILITY & GRID MODERNIZATION PROJECTS Electric Grid Modernization at Tampa Electric $4,500 Distribution Expansion at PGS 1,780 Generation Expansion and Efficiency at Tampa Electric 1,740 T&D I...
AI summary The document outlines capital project details, including reliability and grid modernization projects, renewable energy integration, technological innovation, and other initiatives, with total investments amounting to approximately $20.43 million.
on Grid Reliability and Modernization - Transmission and distribution projects at Tampa Electric and Nova Scotia Power - Generation reliability projects at Tampa Electric and Nova Scotia Power - Gas infrastructure investment at Peoples Gas...
AI summary The text references grid reliability and modernization initiatives, including transmission and distribution projects at Tampa Electric and Nova Scotia Power, generation reliability projects, and gas infrastructure investments at Peoples Gas. It also includes a figure of $3.6B and references to images.
TRACK RECORD 2024 PROGRESS 2025+ MOMENTUM 2040 GOAL 2050 VISION 2025-2029 Capital Plan investments include:4 - Grid reliability & modernization - Renewable integration - Technological innovation
AI summary The 2025-2029 Capital Plan investments focus on grid reliability and modernization, renewable energy integration, and technological innovation to support long-term energy goals and sustainability targets.
TRACK RECORD 2024 PROGRESS 2025+ MOMENTUM 2040 GOAL 2050 VISION - Achieved: 49% reduction - in C02 emissions3 80% reduction in coal used in generation3 2025-2029 Capital Plan investments include:4 - Grid reliability & modernization - Renew...
AI summary The document highlights a 49% reduction in CO2 emissions and an 80% reduction in coal usage in generation. The 2025-2029 Capital Plan includes investments in grid reliability, modernization, and renewable integration.
Continuing focus:5 - New solar + wind2 - Coal unit retirement (incl. fuel switching/ conversion) - Emerging technology 80% reduction in CO2 emissions and retirement of our last coal unit by end of 2040 Net-Zero CO2 emissions - 1 Achieving...
AI summary The document outlines a commitment to achieving an 80% reduction in CO2 emissions and retiring the last coal unit by 2040, as well as a net-zero CO2 emissions vision. These goals are conditional on external factors, regulatory approval, and the development of new technologies. The plan includes a focus on renewable energy, grid modernization, and cost-effective investments.
VISIBLE GROWTH PLAN $20B capital investment plan through 2029, focused on grid reliability, resiliency & modernization, system expansion to meet customer growth, renewable integration, technology and customer-facing solutions 7% to 8% annu...
AI summary The VISIBLE GROWTH PLAN outlines a $20 billion capital investment strategy through 2029, emphasizing grid reliability, resiliency, modernization, system expansion, renewable integration, technology, and customer-facing solutions. The plan forecasts an annualized rate-base growth of 7% to 8%.
CLIMATE PROGRESS Building on its strong decarbonization track record, Emera continues its carbon reduction efforts while managing the physical risks of climate change as we invest in a resilient grid for our customers. The Board of Directo...
AI summary Emera is advancing its decarbonization efforts and managing climate-related risks through the SRC, which reports to the Board of Directors. The company is investing in grid modernization, renewable energy integration, and technological innovation to deliver reliable, cleaner energy while complying with government climate policies.
N-24NSPI (ECC) RIR 1-41
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ACCOUNT 370.10 METERS - AMI AVG AGE RET 0.0 PLACEMENT BAND 2019-2023 001 EXPERIENCE ANALYSIS EXPERIENCE BAND 2019-2023 AGE AT BEGIN OF INTERVAL EXPOSURES AT BEGINNING OF AGE INTERVAL RETIREMENTS DURING AGE INTERVAL RETMT RATIO SURV RATIO P...
AI summary The text presents a table related to the average age and retirement experience analysis for meters under Account 370.10 AMI. It includes data on exposures, retirements, and survival ratios for different age intervals from 2019 to 2023. The table also shows total exposure at the beginning of the interval.
NOVA SCOTIA POWER, INC. ACCOUNT 370.10 METERS - AMI SUMMARY OF CURVE FITTING RESULTS - PCT SURV BALANCED AREAS PLACEMENT BAND 2019-2023 001 EXPERIENCE BAND 2019-2023 SURVIVOR RESID RANGE OF SURVIVOR RESID RANGE OF CURVE MEAS FIT CURVE MEAS...
AI summary This document presents summary curve fitting results for Account 370.10 meters - AMI, focusing on survivor residuals and placement band experience for the period 2019-2023. It includes data on survivor residual ranges and curve measurement fits, with a note that the segment between 85.0 and 15.0 percent surviving was not fitted.
ACCOUNT 397.10 COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT - SCADA EQUIPMENT PLACEMENT BAND 1979-2023 005 EXPERIENCE BAND 2020-2023 SURVIVOR CURVE RESID RANGE OF MEAS FIT SURVIVOR RESID RANGE OF CURVE MEAS FIT 48.3-S0 43.8-S0.5 40.3-S1 38.0-S1.5 36.1-S2 3.19...
AI summary The text presents data related to SCADA equipment under Account 397.10, including survivor curves, measurements, and fitting ranges for different placement and experience bands from 1979 to 2023. It includes details such as ranges, residuals, and fitted values for various segments.
ACCOUNT 397.20 REMOTE MONITORING EQUIPMENT AVG AGE RET 0.0 001 EXPERIENCE ANALYSIS PLACEMENT BAND 2007-2023 EXPERIENCE BAND 2007-2023 AGE AT BEGIN OF EXPOSURES AT BEGINNING OF RETIREMENTS DURING AGE RETMT SURV PCT SURV BEGIN OF INTERVAL AG...
AI summary The text presents a table detailing the experience analysis for remote monitoring equipment, including exposure data, retirements, survival ratios, and percentages. The data spans from 2007 to 2023 and is organized by age intervals.
NON-CONFIDENTIAL the service lives experienced in the past. For some accounts, the answer is yes. However, for some accounts, such as Account 370.10, Meters - AMI meters (a.k.a., smart meters) the answer is no, due to a quantum shift in me...
AI summary The text discusses the service life of AMI meters compared to traditional electromechanical meters, noting that AMI meters have a significantly shorter service life due to technological differences. The estimate is based on professional judgment and factors such as company plans, engineering expectations, and industry standards.
Notes: - What does the company have planned for grid-scale batteries? - o With the IRP and looking at renewables, to maintain great stability…batteries have been apart of their plans going back for years - o Wind resources - Wind is a prim...
AI summary Nova Scotia Power is planning to install grid-scale lithium-ion phosphate batteries as part of their Integrated Resource Plan (IRP), focusing on grid stability, black start capability, and renewable integration. The batteries will be located near substations in Halifax, Bridgewater, and White Rock, with some having specific functions like black start. The company is also evaluating battery degradation, warranty terms, and potential salvage value.
DESCRIPTION: Please refer to the Company's main Application for full details on the project. Through the Advanced Meter Infrastructure (AMI) project, NS Power proposes a province-wide rollout of AMI (smart meter) technology, which will pla...
AI summary NS Power proposes a province-wide rollout of Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) to replace 495,000 existing meters with smart meters, enhancing customer control and convenience through improved outage restoration and access to energy usage information.
Summary of Related CIs +/- 2 years 2017 CI 47124 - Advanced Metering Infrastructure Pilot Project $8,274,738 Note: The scope of the pilot project has now been combined with the full project which has adopted the same CI#. CI 50343 has been...
AI summary This document summarizes a 2017 Capital Investment (CI) related to an Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) pilot project with a total cost of $8,274,738. The project was later merged with a full project under the same CI number, and another CI (50343) was cancelled. The asset's depreciation class is Distribution Plant-Meters, with an estimated life of 20 years.
JUSTIFICATION: Justification Criteria: Metering Equipment
AI summary The document section addresses the Justification Criteria for Metering Equipment, indicating the focus is on evaluating and approving the use of such equipment within regulatory proceedings.
Why do this project? AMI will create operational efficiencies that translate into customer savings. AMI will modernize NS Power's grid to become more responsive and improve reliability. Customers will have access to tools to better manage...
AI summary This project aims to implement Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) to improve operational efficiencies, modernize NS Power's grid, and provide customers with tools to manage their electricity use and stay on budget.
Why do this project now? The Company is proposing to undertake this investment in AMI now because AMI technology has reached a level of maturity and penetration across North America where confidence in the effectiveness and useful life of...
AI summary Nova Scotia Power is proposing to invest in Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) now due to its maturity and proven effectiveness. The discussion includes a meeting with several individuals, including Jesse Wallace and Julius Mantolino.
Item 2c: Electrification Impacts – Transmission and Distribution System Address electrification impacts on the Transmission & Distribution system as additional experience and data become available. This will include an analysis of availabl...
AI summary The document outlines the need to analyze the impacts of electrification on the Transmission & Distribution system using available and projected capacity data, along with mitigation options and cost estimates, leveraging data from NS Power's AMI implementation.
3.2.2 The Energy Delivery Reliability Team The Energy Delivery Reliability Team included within the Energy Delivery function in Figure 5 is a relatively new organization, focused on the execution of and communication of Reliability initiat...
AI summary The Energy Delivery Reliability Team, a new organization within the Energy Delivery function, focuses on executing and communicating reliability initiatives across the transmission and distribution grid. The team collaborates with the EAM division and engages directly with customer groups to address service challenges and improve performance through innovative methods like satellite imagery for vegetation management.
11 Looking Ahead This SAMP is informed by through organization objectives as well as strategic undertakings such as the IRP and 10YSO, though much remains uncertain in the coming years. The transition to cleaner energy and integration of r...
AI summary The SAMP is shaped by strategic initiatives like the IRP and 10YSO, with a focus on transitioning to cleaner energy and integrating renewables. Challenges include aging infrastructure, environmental constraints, and emerging technologies like AI and SmartGrid. The future of Nova Scotia's electricity system is marked by change and opportunity.
N-27NSPI (NSEB) RIR 1-152 - Redacted (settlement agreement attached at IR-1)
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Figure 2 – Nova Scotia's 2030 Clean Power Plan (October 2023)
AI summary Figure 2 presents Nova Scotia's 2030 Clean Power Plan, outlining the province's strategy for transitioning to clean energy by 2030. The plan includes targets for renewable energy generation, grid modernization, and emissions reduction.
1 allow NRR to issue RFPs for energy storage solutions and contracts for well-developed, innovative 2 17 energy storage projects that can be implemented quickly. 16F 3 4 The amendments provide two pathways for new energy storage projects t...
AI summary The amendments allow NRR to issue RFPs for energy storage solutions and contracts for innovative projects that can be implemented quickly. The Province plans to procure energy storage capacity through a competitive process led by the NSIESO, with the quantity and timing determined by the NSIESO. The transition to inverter-based resources requires new grid support to maintain stability and reliability.
18 Wind-Integration-Study-Large-Scale-Integration-of-IBR-in-Nova-Scotia-Public.pdf (nspower.ca) 1 mitigations are incorporated into grid design and specifications. Mitigation options identified in 2 the report and under assessment include:...
AI summary The document outlines mitigation strategies for integrating inverter-based resources (IBR) into Nova Scotia's grid, including control systems, battery storage, and synchronous condensers. NS Power is prioritizing inertial support at specific wind farm sites as per a directive from the Minister of NRR to ensure grid stability and reliability.
1 Figure 8 – Project Accountabilities Matrix 2030 Projects Accountability NS Power Key Action Items NS Government Key Action Items Partner Key Action Items Wind/Solar NS Develop and • Procure • IPPs develop, Government own grid renewables...
AI summary The document outlines the responsibilities for various 2030 projects related to renewable energy, battery storage, and grid stability in Nova Scotia. NS Power and the NS Government have defined roles in developing, procuring, and integrating renewable energy and storage solutions, with IPPs playing a key role in project development and operation.
TABLE OF FIGURES Figure 1: Forecast Investment by Reliability Program 2025-2029 ($ million) 5 Figure 2: Contribution to CHI by Outage Cause 2019-2023 (Including all Storms) 9 Figure 3: Highest Priority Distribution Feeders in 2025 12 Figur...
AI summary The document presents a table of figures outlining various investment and infrastructure projects related to grid reliability and vegetation management in Nova Scotia from 2025 to 2029. These figures include investments in distribution feeders, transmission corridors, and vegetation management strategies.
14 Figure 1: Forecast Investment by Reliability Program 2025-2029 ($ million) Reliability Program 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 Total Plan Storm Hardening - Targeted Equipment Replacement and Upgrades 152.4 181.1 198.7 192.4 191.8 916.4 Storm H...
AI summary The document presents a forecast of investment in reliability programs from 2025 to 2029, focusing on storm hardening, vegetation management, and advanced grid modernization. The total projected investment across these programs is $1,259.3 million.
1 3.0 RELIABILITY PROGRAMS 2 3 Nova Scotia Power's Five-Year Reliability Plan includes three key reliability programs that 4 address tree contacts and adverse weather (the primary causes of outages as outlined in the 5 previous section), a...
AI summary Nova Scotia Power's Five-Year Reliability Plan includes three key programs: Storm Hardening - Vegetation Management, Storm Hardening - Targeted Equipment Replacements and Upgrades, and Advanced Grid Modernization. These programs aim to reduce outages caused by tree contacts, adverse weather, and aging infrastructure, while improving system reliability and integrating renewable energy.
13 4.1 Distribution Corridor Widening with Managed Rights-of-Way (ROW) 14
AI summary The section discusses the expansion of distribution corridors with managed rights-of-way (ROW), focusing on infrastructure planning and grid modernization to enhance system reliability and accommodate future energy demands.
1 Figure 8: New Rights-of-Way for Distribution Feeders 2 3
AI summary The document presents Figure 8, which illustrates new Rights-of-Way for Distribution Feeders. The figure is referenced in the context of infrastructure planning and grid modernization, though no further details or analysis are provided in the text.
6 2025-2029 Forecast Investment: $98 million 7 8 Trimming and/or removal of trees from around existing power lines is included under this portion 9 of the Storm Hardening – Vegetation Management program. The work completed to trim and 10 r...
AI summary The 2025-2029 forecast investment of $98 million includes trimming and removal of trees around power lines as part of the Storm Hardening – Vegetation Management program. The work is prioritized based on vegetation growth cycles and tree canopies in urban areas, with satellite imagery enhancing future planning.
1 6.0 ADVANCED GRID MODERNIZATION PROGRAMS 2 - 3 2025-2029 Forecast Investment: $78 million - 4 Forecasted Performance Standards SAIDI Reduction: 0.06 to 0.11 hours 5 - 6 In addition to the grid modernization that is becoming inherent in s...
AI summary NS Power plans to invest $78 million from 2025 to 2029 in advanced grid modernization programs, aiming to reduce SAIDI by 0.06 to 0.11 hours. The initiative includes real-time monitoring, automation, and enhanced control over DERs to improve outage detection, recovery times, and grid stability.
Five-Year Reliability Plan – 2025-2029 NON-CONFIDENTIAL 2026-2027 GRA NSEB IR-20 Attachment 1 Page 32 of 40 - 1 connectivity to the grid will help enable Grid Modernization and correspondingly, this will be a - 2 key area of investment. 3...
AI summary The document outlines NS Power's plan to invest $21 million from 2025 to 2029 in deploying up to 58 additional Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) at substation sites, focusing on replacements, upgrades, and new deployments to support grid modernization.
12 Figure 13: Remote Terminal Units Proposed for 2025 RTU Region Area / Community Substation Cape Breton Port Hastings 2C Cape Breton Southwest Margaree 58C Cape Breton Cleveland 22C Northeast Tatamagouche 4N West Hebron 16W West Bridgewat...
AI summary The document outlines the proposed remote terminal units (RTUs) for 2025, including their locations and associated substation identifiers. It also references a section on downline connectivity, indicating a focus on infrastructure planning and grid modernization.
Five-Year Reliability Plan – 2025-2029 NON-CONFIDENTIAL 2026-2027 GRA NSEB IR-20 Attachment 1 Page 33 of 40 - 1 Expanding on Section 6.1, adding a communications path from a downline recloser to the ADMS - 2 environment can provide reliabi...
AI summary NS Power plans to expand connectivity to downline reclosers from 2025 to 2029, aiming to improve reliability through faster fault location, reduced delays, and enhanced asset management. Initial deployments in 2025/2026 will cover up to 28 reclosers, with future scaling based on field learnings and Control Center integration.
Five-Year Reliability Plan – 2025-2029 NON-CONFIDENTIAL 2026-2027 GRA NSEB IR-20 Attachment 1 Page 34 of 40 1 In addition to these efforts, NS Power is investing in advanced technologies and system upgrades 2 to enhance the supporting syst...
AI summary NS Power is investing $13 million in FLISR systems and grid modernization from 2025-2029 to improve reliability and reduce customer interruptions. The plan includes modernizing communication networks, upgrading system controls, and implementing advanced grid management software. DERs are also highlighted as important for grid flexibility in a net-zero future.
Five-Year Reliability Plan – 2025-2029 NON-CONFIDENTIAL 2026-2027 GRA NSEB IR-20 Attachment 1 Page 35 of 40 - 1 Energy will often be generated and timed when weather patterns and customers decide, not when - 2 the grid demands. The pattern...
AI summary The document discusses the integration of DERs into the Nova Scotia grid, emphasizing the need for enhanced data, automation, and control capabilities to manage changing electricity consumption patterns and maintain grid stability and reliability.
1 7.0 CONCLUSION 2 3 This Plan demonstrates NS Power's commitment to delivering reliable and resilient electrical 4 service to customers. By investing in infrastructure hardening, grid modernization, vegetation 5 management, and leveraging...
AI summary NS Power's Plan emphasizes its commitment to enhancing grid reliability and resilience through infrastructure improvements and technology. The Plan acknowledges external factors that may affect its implementation and outlines a commitment to update the Plan in future ACE Plans as directed by the Board in M11692.
Five-Year Reliability Plan – 2025-2029 NON-CONFIDENTIAL 2026-2027 GRA NSEB IR-20 Attachment 1 Page 37 of 40 - 1 NS Power is committed to proactively communicating progress on reliability improvements and - 2 any adjustments to our strategi...
AI summary NS Power is committed to transparent communication about reliability improvements and exploring partnerships for resilience investments, including undergrounding. The company hopes the Five-Year Reliability Plan and related regulatory process will engage stakeholders on grid reliability, resilience to climate change, and balancing performance with costs.
Five-Year Reliability Plan – 2025-2029 NON-CONFIDENTIAL 2026-2027 GRA NSEB IR-20 Attachment 1 Page 38 of 40 1 APPENDIX A – DEFINITIONS 2 3 DERs (Distributed Energy Resources): 4 Small-scale, decentralized power sources such as solar panels...
AI summary This document defines key terms related to the Five-Year Reliability Plan for 2025-2029, including Distributed Energy Resources (DERs), the Distributed Energy Resource Management System (DERMS), and terms such as Extreme Event Day (EED) and Major Event Day (MED), which are used to measure grid reliability during significant disruptions.
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 The text discusses the addition of specific costs to the FAM under the POA, including ash haulage, Tufts Cove Wharf maintenance, and variable production costs for NS Power-owned wind facilities. These costs were part of a 2023 application (M11127) and were identified by the Board as eligible for consideration in a future GRA proceeding.
8 2024 GRA Compliance ($) 954,361 912,796 50,000 1,917,158 \ The Tufts Cove Wharf / Buoy Chain Inspection and Maintenance Costs were forecast as part of scheduled plant maintenance OMG in the 2024 GRA Compliance Forecast and is not separat...
AI summary The 2024 GRA Compliance costs include various line items totaling $1,917,158. The Tufts Cove Wharf / Buoy Chain Inspection and Maintenance Costs are estimated based on historical data and are part of scheduled plant maintenance OMG.
Note 3- Increase is due to system growth and increase in customer-requested work. The 2024 1 2 3 Compliance forecast expected lower staffing levels due to the closure of two generating units at the time of the 2023-2024 GRA. 2 3 Please ide...
AI summary The document discusses an increase in system growth and customer-requested work, leading to a need for compliance forecasting with lower staffing levels due to the closure of two generating units during the 2023-2024 Grid Reliability Assessment (GRA). The text also includes a request for information on employee bonuses and a response from NS Power regarding variable compensation for non-union employees and expected expenses for 2026 and 2027.
22 (b) Please see the table below: ($ million) 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2020-2024 Average Level 1-2 9.5 7.2 6.2 12.0 9.0 8.8 Level 3-4 (including Hurricane Fiona) 9.1 1.4 39.3 32.1 3.7 17.1 less: Hurricane Fiona - - -24.4 0.0 - -4.9 less:...
AI summary The text discusses NS Power's increased expenses in Grid Modernization and Customer Integration due to hiring additional employees for customer experience and data analytics. It also requests clarification on new services and product offerings for 2026 and 2027 and whether the outdated Customer Information System limits the expansion of customer rate offerings, referencing Matter M11884.
(b) Year Number of FTEs 11 initiatives in each of the mentioned areas from 2024 to 2026. 12 13 (b) Please comment on the need for additional resources in the Smart Meter Operations 14 Center to support data analytics, when NS Power's abili...
AI summary The text discusses NS Power's need for additional resources in the Smart Meter Operations Center to support data analytics, particularly in the context of a cybersecurity attack that has impacted access to smart meter data. It also asks about the timeline for full data access and data retention periods.
The incremental labour for WAM Support is for the maintenance of new business processes that are deployed on the WAM platform. Expansion of business processes include new requirements for maintaining system configurations and integrations,...
AI summary The text discusses the incremental labor required for maintaining new business processes on the WAM platform, including data quality management and supporting new users. It also mentions the use of smart meter data up to April 2025 and the expected restoration of AMI capabilities in early 2026.
(c) NS Power expects to fully access smart meter data from customer meters in early 2026. 1 (d) NS Power smart meters measure and maintain the total energy consumed at a meter, much 2 like the odometer of a vehicle. This measurement will n...
AI summary NS Power anticipates full access to smart meter data by early 2026. Smart meters measure energy consumption like a vehicle's odometer, but some data may be lost due to a cybersecurity attack. Additionally, a labour vacancy adjustment is discussed in the context of the 2026-2027 GRA budget, reflecting unanticipated staffing turnover.
Enterprise-Wide Metrics
AI summary The document presents enterprise-wide metrics, including operational and financial performance indicators for Nova Scotia Power and other related entities. Key topics include advanced metering infrastructure, energy efficiency programs, and regulatory compliance.
1 2027 COSS Change on Total Allocated Costs in $ Million Revenue to Expense Ratio 15 structures as part of several initiatives. For a number of these initiatives, Advanced Metering 16 Infrastructure (AMI) has been instrumental in supportin...
AI summary The document discusses the role of Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) in supporting cost-of-service studies and pricing innovation, particularly through the Time-varying Pricing (TVP) program. It highlights the expansion of TVP to include a Multi-unit Residential Building Time-of-Use Pilot Tariff and collaboration with stakeholders and EfficiencyOne for demand-side management activities.
6 charge would be recovered through an increase in the energy charge. Request IR-134: Reference: Exhibit N-3 GRA Direct Evidence, Section 13 Rate Design On page 81, NS Power stated: If the customer charges were to be set directly based on...
AI summary The document discusses the increase in customer charges, attributing a 50% rise in 2026 to the settlement agreement setting the charge at 75% of the proposed increase from the 2023/2024 GRA Application, along with higher investments in smart grid enhancements and AMI. A single-digit increase in 2027 is expected due to continued cost factors.
M12273 – NS Power, Cybersecurity Incident Monthly Update 2, page 3. October 1, 2025. 1 associated expenditures in its revenue requirement. As provided in part (c), NS Power's 2 DSM expense in the forecast revenue requirement for this Appli...
AI summary The document discusses NS Power's revenue requirement and associated expenditures, particularly focusing on Demand Side Management (DSM) expenses and cybersecurity incident impacts on AMI meter reading. It includes a request and response regarding NS Power's manual reading of AMI meters due to a cybersecurity breach.
schedule, respectively, as the approximate values in its communication to customers regarding the opt-out option, with the understanding that those numbers are rough estimates which remain to be verified during the next General Rate Applic...
AI summary The document mentions the 2023-2024 General Rate Application (GRA) as the next rate application, where NS Power's proposed AMI opt-out fee received stakeholder support through a Settlement Agreement. The approximate values communicated to customers were understood as rough estimates to be verified.
For clarity, the blue underline revisions are those proposed by the Company in the original submission filed September 17, 2025; red underline revisions are the additional clarifications proposed in response to this information request, an...
AI summary The document discusses revisions to Regulation 5.1 regarding estimated meter readings for standard meter service by NS Power. It outlines procedures for estimating usage when actual readings cannot be obtained and specifies requirements for manual readings based on customer class.
NON-CONFIDENTIAL predefined threshold influence the number of flagged accounts. Please refer to the table in part (e) for the annual counts of the "high" billing exceptions. (e) Please refer to the table below which provides a count of cus...
AI summary The text discusses the predefined threshold for identifying 'high' billing exceptions, referencing a table that provides the annual count of customer bills flagged since the approval of the AMI Project in 2018. These counts indicate bills exceeding a dollar-value threshold for their rate code and were reviewed, but they do not represent confirmed incorrect meter reads.
NON-CONFIDENTIAL Year Count of Bills with "High" Billing Exception 2018 5,008 2019 6,271 2020 5,556 2021 4,306 2022 5,620 2023 3,239 2024 7,943 2025 YTD 6,035 1 Request IR-149: 2 3 Reference: Exhibit N-8, Appendix 13C 4 5 NS Power stated:...
AI summary The text discusses the migration of AMI meters to OTA billing, noting that 97% have been successfully transitioned as of April 1, 2025, while the remaining 3% face challenges primarily due to network connectivity in areas with poor communication. Efforts are underway to address these issues through network mitigation tactics.
number of reads (to determine the monthly demand for these customers);
AI summary The text references the number of reads to determine the monthly demand for customers, likely related to metering or data collection processes for energy usage.
Appendix 13C, AMI Opt-out Costs Report. "Actuals, approximated" is denoted to reflect that, while the 2024 Optout Costs Report is reported on an actuals basis, the values are rounded and, in some cases, represent approximates. PR-02 Attach...
AI summary This document discusses the AMI Opt-out Costs Report for 2024 and 2026, noting that the 2024 report is based on actuals with rounded or approximate values. It outlines the projected reduction in bi-monthly meter reads from 6 to 2 per year by 2026, while maintaining monthly reads at 12 per year.
This POLE ATTACHMENT RATE SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT , made effective as of the 1st day of September, 2025 (this "Settlement Agreement") 1 Request IR-151: 2 3 (a) NS Power forecast the number of customers that would have opted out as of December...
AI summary NS Power forecasts customer opt-out numbers for AMI and adjusts the meter reading frequency for opt-out customers, which is expected to increase calls to the Customer Care Center, leading to higher expenses.
N-31NSPI (ECC) IR 1 to 41 - REFILED
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NOVA SCOTIA POWER, INC. ACCOUNT 362.10 SCADA EQUIPMENT SUMMARY OF CURVE FITTING RESULTS - PCT SURV BALANCED AREAS PLACEMENT BAND 1996-2023 001 EXPERIENCE BAND 2009-2023 SURVIVOR RESID RANGE OF SURVIVOR RESID RANGE OF CURVE MEAS FIT CURVE M...
AI summary The text presents a summary of curve fitting results for SCADA equipment under Account 362.10, focusing on survivor residue ranges and curve measurement fits for different time periods, with a note that a segment between 85.0 and 15.0 percent surviving was not fitted.
ACCOUNT 370.10 METERS - AMI AVG AGE RET 0.0 PLACEMENT BAND 2019-2023 001 EXPERIENCE ANALYSIS EXPERIENCE BAND 2019-2023 AGE AT BEGIN OF INTERVAL EXPOSURES AT BEGINNING OF AGE INTERVAL RETIREMENTS DURING AGE INTERVAL RETMT RATIO SURV RATIO P...
AI summary The document presents an experience analysis table for Account 370.10 Meters - AMI, showing exposure and survival rates for different age intervals of meters from 2019 to 2023. The data indicates no retirements during the intervals, with 100% survival rates across all age bands.
ACCOUNT 370.10 METERS - AMI AVG AGE RET 0.0 PLACEMENT BAND 2019-2023 005 EXPERIENCE ANALYSIS EXPERIENCE BAND 2020-2023 AGE AT BEGIN OF INTERVAL EXPOSURES AT BEGINNING OF AGE INTERVAL RETIREMENTS DURING AGE INTERVAL RETMT RATIO SURV RATIO P...
AI summary The text presents a table related to the experience analysis of meters under Account 370.10, focusing on AMI (Advanced Metering Infrastructure) and includes a reference to the 2026-2027 GRA Emrydia IR-2 Attachment 1. It provides data on average age, exposures, retirements, and survival ratios for meters over various time intervals.
ACCOUNT 373.00 STREET LIGHTING AND SIGNAL SYSTEMS AVG AGE RET 15.5 PLACEMENT BAND 1997-2022 005 EXPERIENCE ANALYSIS EXPERIENCE BAND 2020-2023 AGE AT EXPOSURES AT RETIREMENTS PCT SURV BEGIN OF BEGINNING OF DURING AGE RETMT SURV BEGIN OF INT...
AI summary The document presents a detailed table analyzing the experience of street lighting and signal systems, including exposure, retirements, and survival rates across various age intervals. It provides statistical insights into the aging and replacement of these systems over time.
INPUT CONTROL TOTALS THROUGH 2023 TRAN T O T A L I N P U T D A T A CODE AGED UNAGED TOTAL 0 60,079.88- 0.00 60,079.88- TOTAL DATA 60,079.88- 0.00 60,079.88- 8 38,106,007.61 0.00 38,106,007.61 TOTAL DATA LESS CD 8 38,166,087.49- 0.00 38,166...
AI summary The document provides input control totals through 2023, including data categorized under TRAN, AGED, and UNAGED. It also references the 2026-2027 GRA Emrydia IR-2 Attachment 1 Page 294 of 348.
ACCOUNT 397.20 REMOTE MONITORING EQUIPMENT AVG AGE RET 0.0 001 EXPERIENCE ANALYSIS PLACEMENT BAND 2007-2023 EXPERIENCE BAND 2007-2023 AGE AT BEGIN OF EXPOSURES AT BEGINNING OF RETIREMENTS DURING AGE RETMT SURV PCT SURV BEGIN OF INTERVAL AG...
AI summary The document presents a table with data on the experience analysis of remote monitoring equipment, including exposure numbers, retirements, survival ratios, and peak load curves. It also references a 2026-2027 GRA Emrydia IR-2 Attachment 1.
Notes: - What does the company have planned for grid-scale batteries? - o With the IRP and looking at renewables, to maintain great stability…batteries have been apart of their plans going back for years - o Wind resources - Wind is a prim...
AI summary The company is planning to install grid-scale lithium-ion phosphate batteries as part of their Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) to support grid stability, peak shaving, frequency response, and black start capabilities. The batteries will be located near substations in Halifax, Bridgewater, and White Rock, with some sites having specific functions like black start. The service life is expected to be 20 years, with capacity degradation over time. Warranty and service agreements will cover capacity and degradation.
DESCRIPTION: Please refer to the Company's main Application for full details on the project. Through the Advanced Meter Infrastructure (AMI) project, NS Power proposes a province-wide rollout of AMI (smart meter) technology, which will pla...
AI summary NS Power proposes a province-wide rollout of Advanced Meter Infrastructure (AMI) technology, replacing 495,000 meters with smart meters and installing secure communication systems to improve customer control and outage restoration.
Summary of Related CIs +/- 2 years 2017 CI 47124 - Advanced Metering Infrastructure Pilot Project $8,274,738 Note: The scope of the pilot project has now been combined with the full project which has adopted the same CI#. CI 50343 has been...
AI summary The document summarizes a 2017 CI related to an Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) pilot project with a budget of $8,274,738. The project was later combined with a full project under the same CI#, while CI 50343 was cancelled. The justification highlights the benefits of AMI, including operational efficiencies, grid modernization, and improved customer tools for managing electricity use.
Item 1a: Reliability Tie Continue to develop the Reliability Tie via an appropriate regulatory process with target in-service date of 2028.
AI summary The document discusses the continued development of the Reliability Tie with a target in-service date of 2028, emphasizing the need for an appropriate regulatory process.
Item 2c: Electrification Impacts – Transmission and Distribution System Address electrification impacts on the Transmission & Distribution system as additional experience and data become available. This will include an analysis of availabl...
AI summary The document discusses analyzing the impacts of electrification on the Transmission & Distribution system, including assessing T&D capacity and mitigation options, using data from NS Power's AMI implementation as it becomes available.
N-33Evidence - Doane Grant Thorton - Redacted
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- Regional Operations The increase of approximately $4.8 million from 2024A to 2026F is primarily due to the following:56 - Increased labour costs as a result of customer growth, increased customer-requested work, reliability investment, a...
AI summary The document outlines increases in various operational costs from 2024A to 2026F, primarily due to higher labour costs, increased expenses for grid-scale batteries, and the rollout of satellite internet. These increases are partially offset by reductions in materials, contracts, and third-party claims.
Figure 8 - Customer Experience and Innovation operating cost detail - 2024A, 2025B, 2026F ($000s) 2024A 2025B 2025B vs 2024A % change 2026F 2026F vs 2025B % change 2026F vs 2024A % change Customer Service 23,869 25,079 1,210 5% Grid Modern...
AI summary Customer Experience and Innovation operating costs are forecast to increase by approximately $4.0 million from 2024A to 2026F, driven primarily by increases in Customer Service and Grid Modernization and Customer Integration.
e required to facilitate the significant increase in IPP interconnection requests, large load interconnection requests, operating guideline updates, Open Access Transmission Tarriff ("OATT"), administration and development of tariffs impac...
AI summary The text discusses the increase in Energy Delivery operating costs from 2024CR to 2027F, primarily due to increased staffing and salary escalations, as well as the need for consulting services related to the transition of Control Centre operations to an independent system operator. It also references several documents and pages related to NSPI responses and evidence submissions.
15 Figure 13 – Customer Experience and Innovation operating cost detail - 2024CR, 2026-2027F ($000s) 2024 Compliance (restated) 2026F 2026F vs 2024C % change 2027F 2027F vs 2026F % change 2027F vs 2024C % change Customer Service 21,106 25,...
AI summary Figure 13 provides a breakdown of operating costs related to Customer Experience and Innovation for the years 2024, 2026, and 2027. The data shows an increase in costs across various categories, with notable growth in Grid Modernization and Customer Integration. A reduction in other goods and services costs is attributed to the 5 GRA Settlement Agreement.
Customer Experience and Innovation is forecast to increase approximately $10.1 million from 2024CR to 2027F. The primary drivers of the increase are increases in Customer Service and Grid Modernization and Customer Integration. The detaile...
AI summary Customer Experience and Innovation is projected to increase by approximately $10.1 million from 2024CR to 2027F, driven by increases in Customer Service and Grid Modernization and Customer Integration. Key factors include increased labour costs due to customer growth, increased net bad debt expense, and increased contract costs related to new software systems.
- The above increases are partially offset by decreased other goods and services costs due to the $2 million reduction in 2026 per the GRA Settlement Agreement. - The above increases are also offset by reduction through write-offs, which a...
AI summary The text discusses cost changes related to customer experience and innovation, including reductions from the GRA Settlement Agreement and write-offs impacting bad debt expense. Increased labour costs and grid modernization efforts are also highlighted, particularly the addition of support teams and data analytics resources.
uirements provide the following:[136](#page-37-2) - The increased requirements for the Smart Meter Operations Centre are for data analytics support. The incremental data analyst roles will leverage AMI, customer, and other data sources to...
AI summary The text outlines incremental labour requirements for various departments, including Smart Meter Operations, Customer Experience, Telecom, and WAM Support, driven by new initiatives and technologies such as AMI, digital solutions, and telecommunications upgrades. These efforts aim to improve customer experience, operational efficiency, and system maintenance.
Figure 16 – Regulatory amortizations [153](#page-43-0) 18 ($ millions) 2024C 2024A 2025F 2026F 2027F Non-standard Meters 2.6 2.4 2.4 - Hurricane Fiona Cost Recovery - 1.7 3.4 3.4 Deferred Decarbonization Asset 4.5 - - - Total previously ap...
AI summary The document outlines regulatory amortizations related to various projects and costs, including non-standard meters, Hurricane Fiona cost recovery, and deferred decarbonization assets. It references a Board decision (M08349) allowing NS Power to recover the undepreciated costs of meters from the AMI project over five years, with full recovery expected by 2027.
Appendix A - Glossary of terms Abbreviation Term 2024 Compliance (restated), 2024CR 2024 restated GRA Compliance Filing 2024A 2024 Actuals 2024C 2024 Compliance 2025B 2025 Budget 2026F 2026 Forecast 2027F 2027 Forecast AFUDC Allowance for...
AI summary This glossary defines terms and abbreviations used in Nova Scotia regulatory proceedings, including references to filings, programs, and regulatory bodies. It includes terms such as 'Fuel Adjustment Mechanism,' 'Demand Side Management,' and 'Nova Scotia Energy Board.'
N-44STATE OF CONNECTICUT
PUBLIC UTILITIES REGULATORY AUTHORITY
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resilience and Equitable Modern Grid modernization efforts, such as costs associated with the Energy Storage Solutions program, Light-Duty Electric Vehicle Charging program, etc. Ex. UI-CIP-1, p. 33. The Company states that it will continu...
AI summary The Company highlights the importance of continued investment in grid modernization and resilience initiatives, such as energy storage and electric vehicle charging programs. It warns that reduced investment, if its application is not fully approved, could degrade system reliability and create costly infrastructure backlogs in the future.
c. Advanced Metering Infrastructure Plan and Benefits Cost Analysis The Authority determines that a five (5) basis point reduction to the Company's ROE is warranted for failure to comply with Authority orders and requirements for submittin...
AI summary The Authority imposes a five-basis-point reduction to the Company's ROE due to non-compliance with orders and requirements for submitting an Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) Plan, as per a decision dated January 3, 2024.
i. Background and AMI Plan Requirements As part of its broader efforts to accelerate the modernization of Connecticut's electric grid in innovative, cost-effective, and equitable ways, the Authority previously identified the deployment and...
AI summary The Authority emphasizes the importance of Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) in modernizing Connecticut's electric grid. A Benefit Cost Analysis (BCA) is required in each EDC's AMI Plan to ensure that AMI investments align with economic, environmental, and policy goals, and to monitor actual costs and benefits.
ii. Analysis of UI's Submission The BCA portion of UI's AMI Plan submission does not comply with the framework and requirements established in the AMI Decision for at least three reasons. First, the BCA does not provide most of the request...
AI summary The BCA portion of UI's AMI Plan submission fails to meet the AMI Decision's requirements by lacking necessary data, benefit targets, and a proper 20-year planning horizon. UI argues that most benefits have already been realized, but the submission provides limited quantified benefits, making it difficult to evaluate the value of AMI investments.
hority's broad regulatory authority and discretion in setting just and reasonable rates. See Hope, 320 U.S. 591 (1944); see also Barasch, 488 U.S. 299 (1989); Woodbury Water Co., 174 Conn. 258 (1978). Here, the substantive matter under con...
AI summary The document discusses the regulatory authority of the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) in setting just and reasonable rates, focusing on United Illuminating's (UI) Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) Plan and its required Benefits-Cost Analysis (BCA). The Authority requested clarifying information on costs and benefits, and UI was on notice that its plan was under review.
iv. Conclusion The Authority determines that a five (5) basis point reduction to the Company's ROE is warranted for failure to comply with the orders and requirements of the AMI Decision regarding the required content of a Final AMI Plan t...
AI summary The Authority reduces the Company's ROE by five basis points due to non-compliance with the AMI Decision's requirements for the Final AMI Plan. The reduction remains in effect until the Company submits a compliant AMI Plan or until the next rate case concludes.
b. Operational Smart Grids The Company proposes $5,101,497 in operational smart grid expenses for the Rate Year, which is the Company's $4,642,408 Test Year expense plus a $459,089 pro forma adjustment. Late Filed Ex. 1, Att. 2 Supp., Sch....
AI summary The Company proposes $5,101,497 in operational smart grid expenses for the Rate Year, including adjustments for nonrecurring costs, vendor expenses, and inflation. The Authority permits the recovery of $4,755,763, adjusting for inflation factors and fixed-price contracts.
OCC suggests that the Company's original MSS approach was unsound as the basis for determining cost causation and would inflate cost allocations to residential customers. Palmer Prefiled Test., Feb. 13, 2025, p. 9. As an alternative, OCC p...
AI summary OCC criticizes the Company's original MSS approach for inflating residential customer cost allocations and proposes the basic customer method instead. UI defends the MSS approach, citing prior acceptance by the Authority. The Company disputes OCC's recommendation to exclude certain customer classes from demand-related costs and clarifies that AMI infrastructure costs are allocated using the labor allocator.
eters was classified as 100% customer-related, other costs associated with AMI infrastructure were classified using the labor allocator, which has both customer and demand components. Id., pp. 13–14. Although the Authority acknowledges OCC...
AI summary The document discusses the classification of AMI meters as 100% customer-related, acknowledging the OCC's concerns with the MSS approach but finding it acceptable as a proxy for costs unrelated to demand. The Authority supports the Company's classification, consistent with cost causation principles, and notes that primary and secondary distribution infrastructure has both demand- and customer-related components.
secondary distribution plant. The Authority affirms the Company's proposed classification of AMI meters as 100% customer-related, which is consistent with cost causation principles, as argued by CIEC. The MSS approach is a just and reasona...
AI summary The Authority affirms the classification of AMI meters as 100% customer-related. The MSS approach is deemed just and reasonable, but the minimum system's load-carrying capacity should be considered when allocating residual demand-related costs. The Company did not account for this and failed to quantify the equal benefit all customers receive from the minimum system.
onstraint from 75% to 50%. Ex. UI-RP-1, p. 15. Although this approach violated the Authority's 125%/75% rule, it achieved closer ROR parity among customer classes compared to the unadjusted model. Id. UI asserts that its use of the 1CP and...
AI summary The document discusses the allocation of costs in a regulatory proceeding, focusing on the use of different allocators (1CP and NCP) in the ACOSS model. UI argues that these allocators reflect industry standards and are simpler to use, while OCC recommends alternative allocators for substations and primary feeders. The discussion also touches on the need for stakeholder engagement and the relevance of the NARUC Manual from 1992 in light of modern technologies like AMI.
N-94Revised Regulations
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447 K 111 ••• /Lete 2r C6 eal" - 11 JI 131 Jai "Meter seal" "meter seal" means either the seal placed on the meter by Industry Canada to prevent fraudulent interference with the passage of electricity through the meter or the seal placed b...
AI summary The text defines 'meter seal' as a seal placed on a meter by Industry Canada or the Company to prevent fraudulent interference with electricity passage, including seals on demand reset and other installations as required.
In these regulations unless the context requires otherwise: "As Found Meter Test" "As Found Meter Test" is a test on the meter removed from a premise and tested at the Company's Measurement Canada certified test center in the condition in...
AI summary The document defines key terms used in the regulations, including 'As Found Meter Test,' 'Board,' 'Company,' 'Customer,' and 'Demand.' It outlines the services provided by the Company under the Distribution Tariff, such as connections, disconnections, and meter services, for Right to Request (RtR) Customers.
"Estimated Meter Read" "estimated meter read" means an estimation of electricity consumption as determined by Nova Scotia Power Incorporated; "Farming or Fishing Unit" "farming or fishing unit" means a farming or fishing business at one lo...
AI summary The text defines key terms related to electricity regulation in Nova Scotia, including 'Estimated Meter Read,' 'Farming or Fishing Unit,' 'Licenced Retail Supplier,' 'Load,' and 'LRS Participation Agreement.' These definitions establish the framework for retail electricity supply and measurement.
"Meter seal" "Meter seal" "meter seal" means either the seal placed on the meter by Industry Canada to prevent fraudulent interference with the passage of electricity through the meter or the seal placed by the Company on the terminal plat...
AI summary The text defines 'meter seal' as a seal placed on a meter by Industry Canada or the Company to prevent fraudulent interference, and includes seals on various parts of the meter and demand reset where applicable.
"Distribution System Access" The services provided by the Company under the Distribution Tariff to provide for the connection of the RtR Customer to the Company's distribution system, but does not include the provision of electricity. Thes...
AI summary The text defines key terms related to distribution system access, meter readings, farming or fishing units, licensed retail suppliers, load definitions, and LRS Participation Agreements, emphasizing compliance with regulations and agreements.
Meter Read] "Retail Supplier" "Retail Supplier" has the same meaning as under the Electricity Act, S.N.S. 2004, c. 25. "Retail Supplier Licence" "Retail Supplier Licence" means a Retail Supplier licence issued by the Board in accordance wi...
AI summary The document defines key terms related to meter reading and electricity service in Nova Scotia, including 'Retail Supplier', 'RtR Customer', 'Secondary metering', and 'True Meter Read'. These definitions are based on the Electricity Act, S.N.S. 2004, c. 25, and focus on the technical and regulatory aspects of metering and service provision.
directional communication or a manual meter reading by a Nova Scotia Power
AI summary The text references a method of communication or manual meter reading by Nova Scotia Power, though specific details or context are not provided in the excerpt.
Interpretation and Definitions Page 6 of 6 "Unmetered" "unmetered" means a supply of electricity for which no metering device is employed to record either the power or energy supplied. "Wholesale "Wholesale Customer" has the same meaning a...
AI summary This section defines key terms related to electricity supply, including 'unmetered' and 'Wholesale Customer', referencing the Electricity Act, S.N.S. 2004, c. 25.
STANDARD METER SERVICE Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) service (also referred to as "smart meters") is the standard for NS Power customers. AMI data shall be used to determine customer billing.
AI summary Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI), also known as smart meters, is the standard service for NS Power customers, and AMI data is used to determine customer billing.
AMI Opt-Out Meter Reading "Opting out" or "opt-out" in the context of these Regulations refers to the process where customers choose non-standard meter service and incur the associated monthly charges. An opt-out request must be made by su...
AI summary The regulations outline the process for customers opting out of Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI), detailing how opt-out requests are handled, the type of meter used, and the frequency of meter readings for different customer classes. Opting out results in non-standard meter service with specific billing procedures.
101354Board Decision
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ning, and execution of the 5-Year Reliability Plan. The company indicated that the reliability team is comprised of 59 employees, who support both the operational and capital parts of this initiative. [83] There is also a requested increas...
AI summary The document discusses NS Power's proposed increases in OM&G costs for Communications and Public Affairs, attributed to new engagement initiatives and community outreach, as well as increases in Grid Modernization and Customer Integration, including Smart Meter Operations and customer engagement activities.
3.3.1.1 Findings [90] NS Power's proposed increase in OM&G costs is significant. It represents a 20% increase in 2027 (18.3% in 2026) from the OM&G costs included in rates approved in the 2023-2024 GRA. The burden is on NS Power to show th...
AI summary NS Power's proposed 20% increase in OM&G costs for 2027 is partially justified by the Board, citing increased customer service demands, the 5-Year Reliability Plan, and new grid-scale battery installations to meet RES requirements. The Board emphasizes NS Power must prove all costs are just and reasonable.
Transmission Links to Other Systems NS Power proposes that transmission links to other systems, such as interties with the grids of other provinces, should generally be functionalized 100% to transmission and therefore classified 100% to d...
AI summary NS Power proposes classifying all transmission links to other provinces' grids as 100% demand-facing and removing the distinction between extra high voltage and high voltage systems. The proposal claims no immediate rate base impact due to the non-existence of these assets currently. Simplification of voltage classifications is emphasized.
3.9.1 Innovation [645] In NSEB IR-132, NS Power was asked to describe any work it has done to develop new or innovative rate designs to leverage more granular data from Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) meters, promote efficient use o...
AI summary In response to NSEB IR-132, NS Power outlined initiatives to innovate rate designs using AMI data, including TVP programs, customer energy management systems, and collaborations with EfficiencyOne and Port Hawkesbury Paper. These efforts aim to improve resource efficiency and adapt to decarbonization and market changes.
3.10.1 OATT [654] NS Power's Open Access Transmission Tariff (OATT) includes terms, conditions and rates for Transmission Services and Ancillary Services. It also includes operating agreements under which service will be provided, and the...
AI summary NS Power updated its Open Access Transmission Tariff (OATT) to reflect changes in revenue requirements and system usage since 2016, proposing methodology changes based on 2024 Cost-of-Service studies and forecasted usage. Amendments aim to align OATT rates with bundled service rates and revise reactive power calculations. The 2023-2024 GRA (M10431) provided directives on OATT and capacity-based ancillary services.
3.10.2 AMI Opt-Out Fee [671] NS Power has requested Board approval to implement an opt-out fee for customers who have not agreed to the installation of an AMI smart meter for remote meter reading and billing purposes. Capital and operating...
AI summary NS Power seeks approval from the Board to impose an opt-out fee on customers who decline AMI smart meter installation. These costs are already embedded in the revenue requirement and recovered from all customers, including those who opt out.
4.6 Implementation of New Rates (Cyber Incident Impact) [727] At the hearing, NS Power said that it now has communication with roughly 400,000 of its customer meters and has targeted the end of March to have all meters (approximately 555,0...
AI summary NS Power discussed implementing new rates affected by a cyber incident, noting challenges in prorating rate changes due to extended meter reading intervals. It acknowledged potential for higher charges during colder periods but emphasized progress with AMI technology, though historical data storage is limited to 60-90 days.
4.6.1 Findings [730] The Board is concerned that customers who have higher usage during the recent colder period of the year might end up paying more than the approved current rate for the electricity they are currently using because of th...
AI summary The Board is concerned that prorating electricity bills during a rate increase may unfairly burden customers with higher usage during colder periods, especially after a cyber attack prolonged meter reads. With AMI meters, precise energy usage tracking before and after rate changes should avoid prorating. The Board directs NS Power to justify prorating in its compliance filing or use AMI data to apply approved rates based on actual consumption timing.
rts of the settlement agreement. It has made several adjustments in this decision to reduce NS Power's proposed revenue requirement or adjust the allocation of costs among customer classes, including: - A further reduction of $8 million in...
AI summary The Board has made several adjustments to NS Power's revenue requirement and cost allocations, including reducing operating expenses, executive compensation, and denying certain cost deferrals. Adjustments also include changes to peak load carrying capability and the denial of an AMI opt-out fee.
101354Board Decision
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ning, and execution of the 5-Year Reliability Plan. The company indicated that the reliability team is comprised of 59 employees, who support both the operational and capital parts of this initiative. [83] There is also a requested increas...
AI summary NS Power is requesting an increase in OM&G costs for Communications and Public Affairs, attributed to new engagement initiatives and increased labour costs. Additionally, there is a proposed increase in Grid Modernization and Customer Integration costs, partly due to Smart Meter Operations Center activities and customer engagement efforts.
Transmission Links to Other Systems NS Power proposes that transmission links to other systems, such as interties with the grids of other provinces, should generally be functionalized 100% to transmission and therefore classified 100% to d...
AI summary NS Power proposes classifying 100% of transmission links to other systems as demand and removing distinctions between extra high voltage and high voltage systems. The proposal has no immediate impact as these assets are not currently in the rate base. NS Power argues the systems are functionally indistinct and simplifying classifications would improve efficiency.
3.9.1 Innovation [645] In NSEB IR-132, NS Power was asked to describe any work it has done to develop new or innovative rate designs to leverage more granular data from Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) meters, promote efficient use o...
AI summary NS Power outlined initiatives to innovate rate designs using AMI data, including TVP programs, customer energy management systems, and collaborations with EfficiencyOne and Port Hawkesbury Paper. These efforts aim to promote efficient resource use and adapt to market changes from decarbonization and decentralization.
3.10.1 OATT [654] NS Power's Open Access Transmission Tariff (OATT) includes terms, conditions and rates for Transmission Services and Ancillary Services. It also includes operating agreements under which service will be provided, and the...
AI summary NS Power seeks to update its Open Access Transmission Tariff (OATT) rates and methodology, reflecting changes in revenue requirements, generation mix, and system usage since 2016. Proposed changes include using forecasted test year usage, adjusting transmission rates via Cost-of-Service studies, and modifying reactive power calculations. Amendments aim to align OATT with 2023-2024 GRA (M10431) directives on capacity-based ancillary services.
3.10.1.1 Findings [668] As noted above, OATT rates have been updated to reflect changes in the generation and transmission asset mix and costs, and changes in system usage since the last update in the 2023-2024 GRA. NS Power also amended t...
AI summary The Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (Board) approved Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s (NS Power) amendments to Open Access Transmission Tariff (OATT) rates, reflecting changes in generation, transmission, and system usage since the 2023-2024 General Rate Application (GRA). NS Power revised the OATT methodology following consultation in the 2024 Cost of Service proceeding and addressed directives from the Board's hearing order (M10431).
3.10.2 AMI Opt-Out Fee [671] NS Power has requested Board approval to implement an opt-out fee for customers who have not agreed to the installation of an AMI smart meter for remote meter reading and billing purposes. Capital and operating...
AI summary NS Power is requesting approval from the Board to introduce an opt-out fee for customers who refuse AMI smart meter installation. These costs are currently embedded in the revenue requirement and recovered from all customers, including those who opt out.
4.6 Implementation of New Rates (Cyber Incident Impact) [727] At the hearing, NS Power said that it now has communication with roughly 400,000 of its customer meters and has targeted the end of March to have all meters (approximately 555,0...
AI summary NS Power discusses challenges in implementing new rates due to a cyber incident, including prorating rate changes and potential billing discrepancies from extended intervals between meter reads. It notes progress in deploying AMI technology, with 400,000 meters communicating and a target of full deployment by March. Historical data recovery is limited to 60–90 days without interval usage details.
4.6.1 Findings [730] The Board is concerned that customers who have higher usage during the recent colder period of the year might end up paying more than the approved current rate for the electricity they are currently using because of th...
AI summary The Board expresses concern that prorating electricity bills during a billing cycle with prolonged meter reads (due to a cyber attack) may unfairly increase costs for customers using more energy during colder periods. It questions why prorating is necessary with AMI meters, which can track energy use pre- and post-rate changes, and directs NS Power to avoid prorating if AMI data can be used.
rts of the settlement agreement. It has made several adjustments in this decision to reduce NS Power's proposed revenue requirement or adjust the allocation of costs among customer classes, including: - A further reduction of $8 million in...
AI summary The Board has made several adjustments to NS Power's revenue requirement and cost allocation, including reducing operating expenses, executive compensation, and denying the deferral of GRA OM&G costs. It also adjusted peak load carrying capability and denied the AMI opt-out fee.
20260109-1Hearing Transcript — 01/09/2026 (Pecurica, Willett, WIlliams, Flemming, MacIntosh)
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system estimated those bills. Q. The point I was attempting to address, though, was that imagine in the middle of the fall of 2025, when you were having the difficulties you were, that we all of a sudden lumped on a rate increase, not that...
AI summary The discussion focuses on potential customer confusion due to rate increases and the progress made in meter communication. The witness explains that while there were challenges in the fall of 2025, current progress indicates that the situation has improved, and data from meters is being collected and processed.
g to understand how much a usage customer has made of your electricity, we have to be INTERNATIONAL REPORTING INC. CERTIFIED COURT REPORTERS able to rely on the meter and that communication, also to 1 some degree rely on meter readers. Now...
AI summary The discussion focuses on Nova Scotia Power's efforts to restore accurate meter reading following a cyber incident, with a goal set for March 2026. The Board is asked if Nova Scotia Power will provide regular updates on progress toward this goal.
1 I think there is the potential there that it's longer than 2 it would have been in some instances. But I would note 3 that, I mean, prior to AMI technology we would have been 4 in a very similar situation. We would have meter readers 5 o...
AI summary The discussion addresses the potential for longer billing cycles due to the use of AMI technology, comparing it to the previous situation with manual meter reading. The chair raises concerns about prorating electricity rates during a colder period, which may result in customers paying more than they would otherwise.
e is to prorate that across all of them, which 17 would in effect have the customer really paying a little 18 bit higher than they would otherwise. Correct? 19 MR. WILLIAMS: Yes, sir, I agree. I 1 mean, that is a reality in anytime there h...
AI summary The discussion revolves around the proration of increased costs across customers and the timeline for issuing actual usage bills following the deployment of 400,000 communicating meters. The speaker confirms that some customers may receive estimated bills for a period before actual usage data is available.
we need to call this up, but it's Exhibit N-8 at Appendix 13(c), Nova Scotia Power had indicated that it received approximately 650 inbound calls from opt-out customers back in 2024. And you estimated associated customer care expenses with...
AI summary The discussion centers on customer care expenses related to opt-out calls and the data storage capabilities of AMI meters. Nova Scotia Power reported 650 inbound calls from opt-out customers in 2024 with associated costs of $10,000. The panel also inquires about the ability to track usage data before and after a rate change using AMI meters, with a response indicating that data is stored for 60 to 90 days.
1 customer call per year per opt-out customer, but .71 calls 2 per year per opt-out customer. And, you know, the big 3 factor in this. I think, Mr. Mahody, is around the 4 timeliness of the rates, right? So Nova Scotia Power had 5 brought...
AI summary The discussion highlights an increase in customer service calls related to AMI opt-out customers, from 650 in 2024 to 13,333 in 2025. The increase is attributed to a decrease in the number of meter reads per customer, from six to two, leading to more frequent customer contact with Nova Scotia Power.
1 team to determine that. And again, it's based upon the 2 fact that we're moving from six reads to two reads per 3 year and customers will have reason to call us to say, 4 "Well, I've had an estimated bill because you haven't read 5 my me...
AI summary The discussion highlights concerns about the impact of reducing meter reads from six to two per year, potentially leading to increased customer inquiries about estimated bills. It also addresses whether there has been an uptick in AMI opt-outs following a cyber incident, with the company stating there has been no significant increase.
it as if we had –– if those periods were similar to the 1 period that we are now in where we do have the benefit of 2 AMI technology, how much would those have been reduced by. 3 And it is scalable to a certain extent 4 because the 1.5 mil...
AI summary The text discusses the impact of AMI technology on storm cost reductions and explains why AMI benefits were not deducted in 2023 and 2024, stating that they are embedded in the actual costs of those years. It also references a Settlement Agreement and an exhibit.
NSP GENERAL/REGULATORY PANEL 869 Questions, (Deveau) 1 expense. 1 of engagement and communities, this would be a separate 2 group than the one you talked about for the 65 community 3 planning meetings? 4 (Williams) Not necessarily A. 5 sep...
AI summary The text discusses engagement with communities through meetings led by the Reliability Team, supported by the Communications Team, and references a financial increase related to grid modernization and customer integration in a Grant Thornton document.
NSP GENERAL/REGULATORY PANEL 895 Questions, (Deveau) 1 meters that were communicating you were communicating 2 with. 3 A. (Williams) Four hundred thousand 4 (400,000). 5 Q. Pardon me? Sorry; 400,000. The 6 400,000 meters that you're commun...
AI summary The text discusses a regulatory proceeding involving Nova Scotia Power (NSP) and the communication with 400,000 meters. The discussion focuses on whether these meters are being read and if bills are still being estimated, indicating an ongoing issue with data processing and meter reading.
1 when I say time, but I didn't get the sense that it was 2 anything that would interrupt the path we're on and the 3 expectation that we would be back on track by March. 4 But when all that data comes in, it 5 does take time for staff to...
AI summary The speaker discusses the timeline for returning to normal operations after data collection and assessment, noting that customers on different billing cycles will receive bills based on meter data over time, rather than estimations or manual reads.
NSP GENERAL/REGULATORY PANEL 897 Questions, (Deveau) understand that is a dynamic situation. In terms of those are meter readers still reading all the meters that they were before? So do they know, when they're reading a meter, whether it'...
AI summary The discussion revolves around meter reading practices in light of the deployment of advanced metering infrastructure. It addresses whether meter readers adjust their schedules based on whether a meter is communicating and whether they can determine if a house is connected before visiting.
- Q. And the meter readers are reading - opt-out meters. Are they doing the other general work as - well? Were they hired on to do the cyber work? - So because presumably you had reader - meters just to do opt-out meters. Are they also rea...
AI summary The discussion revolves around meter readers and their responsibilities, including whether they are handling opt-out meters and cyber-related meters. The response indicates that there is no opt-out fee and that the cost of opt-out meters is not included in general rates.