Topic:"Multi Year Planning Cycle" in M11307

d evolution of a variety of policy, economic, and technological conditions, an increase frequency of updates to the IRP can lead to improved resource planning outcomes and 2 Bates White Submission, Bates White Economic Consulting's Comment...

AI summary The SBA supports NSPI's Evergreen IRP approach, noting its balance between thorough analysis and avoiding excessive updates. Collaboration in the process aids stakeholder understanding of transitioning to a net-zero grid. Eastward Energy acknowledges the update's substantive revisions.

in discussions on opportunities for regional integration and will adjust the long-term resource plan if required, as any opportunities evolve. It asserted this is consistent with Action Plan Item 1b.

AI summary The entity indicated willingness to adjust the long-term resource plan based on evolving opportunities for regional integration, asserting alignment with Action Plan Item 1b.

ANALYSIS AND FINDINGS NS Power must meet important environmental targets by 2030, which include phase-out of coalfired generation and achieving 80% of its sales from renewable resources. The successful execution of the Evergreen IRP Update...

AI summary NS Power must achieve 2030 environmental targets, including phasing out coal and 80% renewable sales. The Evergreen IRP Update was supported by intervenors as transparent and thorough, though the Board emphasizes the need for ongoing adaptation due to evolving policies and technologies. Recent developments include Nova Scotia's 2030 Clean Power Plan and federal Clean Electricity Regulations.

Hybrid Peak Mitigation Eastward notes NSPI's support at page 4 of its responses to stakeholder comments, in direct response to a question from Eastward, for a multi stakeholder process to further analyze the issue of hybrid peak mitigation...

AI summary NSPI and Eastward Energy support a third-party-led multi-stakeholder process to analyze hybrid peak mitigation, citing benefits in avoiding new capacity costs and aligning with Québec's climate and cost strategies. The Board's 2023 decision on coordinated planning is referenced, alongside examples from Manitoba Hydro and BC Hydro. Eastward emphasizes collaboration with energy providers and impartial third-party reviews.

September 26, 2023 VIA EMAIL Ms. Crystal Henwood Regulatory Affairs Officer/Clerk Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board 1601 Lower Water Street, 3rd Floor Halifax NS B3J 3S3 Dear Ms. Henwood: Re: M11307 - Nova Scotia Power Inc. - 2023 Everg...

AI summary The SBA supports Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s Evergreen IRP process, advocating for more frequent updates to improve resource planning and reduce customer costs. The SBA agrees with NSPI's priorities in the Action Plan but provides specific comments. The letter references the ongoing regulatory process for M11307.

2. IRP RESULTS - The key results of the IRP Evergreen Process are contained within the Evergreen IRP Updated Action - Plan and Roadmap. [2](#page-2-3) This Roadmap provides Key Findings associated with the 2022 Evergreen IRP - exercise, as...

AI summary The 2022 Evergreen IRP evaluated 24 scenarios without prescribing a preferred resource plan, unlike the 2014 process. NS Power used CE1-E1-R2 as the basis for its 10-year outlook, while E1 recommends re-examining 2020 evaluation criteria and clarifying CE1-E1-R2's selection. Key criteria included minimizing revenue requirements and ensuring reliability.

IRP process included updates to the assumptions and new modeling scenarios to reflect significant changes since the 2020 IRP and corresponding modeling work to support the assessment of these changes. The twenty-four scenarios assessed as...

AI summary The Evergreen IRP 2023 update includes 24 scenarios reflecting changes since 2020, informing NS Power's long-term strategy and 2030 targets. Submissions from Synapse, Bates White, Grid Strategies, and others were filed, with NS Power submitting a reply and corrected appendix. Two studies were filed as part of the Action Plan and Roadmap.

, on December 22, 2023, NS Power filed its "Path to 2030" plan, which was subsequently made part of the 2024 ACE Plan proceeding, describing how the Utility will meet its 2030 decarbonization targets. Finally, on April 5, 2024, the Legisla...

AI summary NS Power's 'Path to 2030' plan is part of the 2024 ACE Plan proceeding. The Energy Reform (2024) Act establishes a new IESO to take over integrated resource planning. The Board accepts the Evergreen IRP Update but requires further analysis on battery energy storage ELCC and renewable resource interactions. Urgency for 2030 decarbonization targets and engagement with government agencies are emphasized.