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Phase 1 Transition Status Update The Phase 1 transition involved the transfer of system planning, generation interconnection, and energy resource procurement functions from NS Power to IESO Nova Scotia. This transition is substantially com...
AI summary The Phase 1 transition of responsibilities from NS Power to IESO Nova Scotia is substantially complete, with 20 of 21 roles filled, office space secured, and compliance transferred. An amended MOU with NPCC and NERC was executed in April 2026, and no material timeline changes are reported.
Phase 2 Transition Status Update Phase 2 involves the transfer of real-time dispatch operations, subject to the proclamation of certain provisions of the Act, which will require various technology and facility acquisitions by IESO Nova Sco...
AI summary Phase 2 of the transition involves transferring real-time dispatch operations to IESO Nova Scotia, requiring technology and facility acquisitions. IBM is the primary consultant assessing implementation options. Transition planning is ongoing, with implementation targeting Q2 2026/2027, pending factors like proclamation and compliance readiness. The NSEB will be engaged as required by the MAEA.
INTEGRATED RESOURCE PLAN In Q3 2025/2026, IESO Nova Scotia began preparatory work for its inaugural IRP, including issuing a competitive solicitation to review prior IRP processes and support the development of its IRP approach, and inviti...
AI summary IESO Nova Scotia initiated its inaugural Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) in Q3 2025/2026, engaging stakeholders including Mi'kmaw communities. Dunsky Energy + Climate Advisors was selected to support the process, with milestones including studies by May/June 2026, modeling insights by mid-2026, and a final report by December 2026.
Conclusion In closing, despite being in operation for only a very short period — with its first employee hired just nine months ago — IESO Nova Scotia has made substantial and measurable progress across a wide range of foundational, operat...
AI summary IESO Nova Scotia, despite operating for only nine months, has made significant progress in governance, system planning, procurement, and stakeholder engagement. The entity has assumed key functions from NS Power and is committed to delivering value under the MAEA, emphasizing transparency and effectiveness.