Topic:"Integrated Resource Plan" in M12663

t-acting generation to support the existing IRP and the 22 Provinc Power Plan. - 23 Conducting a procurement process for additional capacity in alignment with the existing 24 IRP and Clean Power Plan. - Supporting, where appropriate, the r...

AI summary The Nova Scotia Energy Board (NSEB) outlines tasks including supporting the Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) and Clean Power Plan, revising generation interconnection procedures, and planning the Phase II transfer of real-time dispatch operations. The transition, targeting Q2 2027, depends on factors like technology and regulatory compliance. The NSEB also supports renewable energy procurement and transmission-connected project studies.

1 Request IR - 17 - 2 (a) Regarding Table 10 on page 23 of the application, please provide a version adding a - 3 column for actual 2025/2026 to date. 5 Response IR - 17 4 6 (a) Table 10: Comparison Chart Between 2025/2026 and 2026/2027 Bu...

AI summary The document contains a request (IR-17) asking for an updated version of Table 10 with an additional column for actual 2025/2026 data, and a response referencing Table 10 as a comparison chart between 2025/2026 and 2026/2027 budgets.

ur progress. This progress has occurred while we have simultaneously worked to advance multiple regulatory filings, including our first two revenue requirement applications and reporting obligations. The scale and urgency of the work befor...

AI summary The organization is advancing regulatory filings, including revenue requirement applications, while focusing on four key priorities: procuring natural gas-fired generation, developing an Integrated Resource Plan, managing transmission planning and interconnection queues, and taking on real-time oversight of energy dispatch and transmission from Nova Scotia Power.

l planning FTEs; and Exhibit A-1, pdf p.6-8 describes IRP and consultant selection. Please explain why $1 million in external IRP consulting remains necessary given the increased internal staffing. Reference: N-1(i), Exhibit B-2, pdf p.30-...

AI summary The text outlines questions raised regarding the budget for system planning, including the justification for external IRP consulting costs, reconciliation of interconnection study recoveries, and changes in budget allocations for compliance and other activities. It also asks for documentation to ensure no duplication of work.

24 Request IR-8: 25 1. Reference: Application page 22, “$0.474 relates to the 2026/2027 commencement of a 2. procurement for capacity and/or storage as the need is defined through IESO Nova Scotia’s IRP 3. process.” 29 30 Questions: 31 1....

AI summary The document references an application page discussing a $0.474 procurement for capacity and/or storage starting in 2026/2027, defined through IESO Nova Scotia’s IRP process. It includes questions about the timeline for completing the initial IRP and whether Energy Board approval will be required.

24 Request IR-11: 25 26 Reference: Application page 30, Table 15, Integrated Resource Planning Consulting Fees 1.0M, 27 and page 31 “and issued a request for proposals on October 16, 2025 to hire an IRP consultant 28 to review the current...

AI summary The document references an application page and table related to Integrated Resource Planning (IRP) consulting fees, requesting a copy of the RFP, clarification on budget allocation, deliverables, timeline, and subcontractors involved in the IRP consultant engagement.

Request IR-16: - Regarding Exhibit B-2, page 21, "In addition, IESO Nova Scotia has plans to commence a - subsequent procurement for additional capacity additions and/or storage beginning in the second - half of 2026/2027 as defined by the...

AI summary Request IR-16 seeks clarification on IESO Nova Scotia's plans for capacity procurement beyond 2026, including RFP timing post-2026 IRP results and the Clean Power Plan vintage used for future capacity contracting. The IESO references 2026/2027 procurement timelines and annual RFP processes.

Request IR-17: - Regarding Table 10 on page 23 of the application, please provide a version adding a column for - actual 2025/2026 to date.

AI summary Request IR-17 seeks to amend Table 10 in the application by adding a column for actual 2025/2026 data. This request pertains to the Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) process in Nova Scotia, emphasizing data accuracy and transparency. The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) is involved in the regulatory proceeding.

Request IR-21: - Regarding Table 15 on page 30 of the application: - a) Please provide a breakdown of the 21 full-time equivalent employees included in the $3.71 million salaries and wages amount, broken down by position and indicating whi...

AI summary Request IR-21 seeks detailed information on IESO Nova Scotia's workforce planning, including employee compensation breakdowns, hiring status, bonus criteria, and third-party cost recovery mechanisms. Specific questions address FTE allocation, compensation adjustments for transferred employees, assumptions about new hires, and forecasting methods for third-party recoveries.

lain how payments made on April 1, 2026 are effective January 1, 2026 or February 1, 2026”. On page 4 of its application, IESO Nova Scotia refers to its mandate under the More Access to Energy Act . 1. Please provide a detailed workplan of...

AI summary The document outlines a series of questions directed at IESO Nova Scotia regarding its workplan, activities under the More Access to Energy Act , and the progress of the Integrated Resource Plan (IRP). It also requests information on staffing and organizational structure, and notes that Phase I of the transition from NS Power has not been completed.

and timelines” issued, when was the contract awarded and to whom? 4. Please indicate when in 2026 the deliverable plan, appropriate target date and budget will be available to be filed with the Board. On page 6 of the application, IESO Nov...

AI summary The document includes questions regarding the timeline and award of a contract, the availability of a deliverable plan and budget in 2026, discrepancies between actual and proposed expenditures in Matter M12412, compliance with reliability standards, and the IRP process transition from NS Power to IESO Nova Scotia.