3.2.7 Firm Imports — New Brunswick On May 28, 2026, the New Brunswick Energy and Utilities Board approved NB Power's Renewable Integration Grid Stability (RIGS) project. [26](#page-14-4) The project will provide IESO Nova Scotia with acces...
AI summary On May 28, 2026, the New Brunswick Energy and Utilities Board approved NB Power's RIGS project, providing IESO Nova Scotia with 100 MW of firm generation capacity starting as early as 2028. This capacity is included in the Resource Plan for Winter 2028/2029 under a 10-year agreement.
5.3.1 Western Valley Transmission System The Western Valley transmission study was initiated to identify if load growth and new generation in the area necessitate system upgrades and/or protection scheme changes. System upgrades could incl...
AI summary The Western Valley transmission study was initiated to assess if load growth and new generation in the area require system upgrades or changes to protection schemes. Upgrades may include reactive power sources, while protection changes may involve Automatic Action Schemes (AAS) or Remedial Action Schemes (RAS). The study covers 2027 and 2032 for both normal and N-1 scenarios, with 2027 results identifying necessary upgrades.