Topic:"Policy And Legislation" in M12663

10 Figure 26 – Summary of IESO Nova Scotia's response to Intervenors Topic Intervenor concern IESO Nova Scotia's explanation/supporting evidence provided101 Legislative authority Legislature does not extend to interim or transitional fundi...

AI summary The IESO Nova Scotia asserts that the More Access to Energy Act provides the NSEB with the authority to implement interim funding mechanisms during the transition period, ensuring the IESO can fulfill its mandate despite the absence of approved fees.

3 1) Legislative Context: Section 29 of the More Access to Energy Act 4 5 As noted above, this Application was filed pursuant to s. 29 of the Act . This statute established 6 IESO NS and describes the IESO's objects and duties as Nova Scot...

AI summary This section discusses the legislative context of the application filed under Section 29 of the More Access to Energy Act, which established the IESO NS and outlines the Board's regulatory oversight of the IESO's expenditure, revenue requirements, and cost recovery for energy resource supply contracts.

1080 1048 1049 4.3 The Broader Context of the MAEA 1050 1051 IESO Nova Scotia submits that this absence is a deliberate choice of the Legislature, based on the 1052 unique nature of the IESO in the Nova Scotia regulatory framework. In that...

AI summary IESO Nova Scotia explains that its unique status as a not-for-profit statutory body under the MAEA, with a mandate to act in the public interest, is a deliberate legislative choice. It outlines the legal framework that governs its operations.

Nova Scotia Energy Board IN THE MATTER OF the More Access to Energy Act , SNS 2024, c 2, Sch B, (the "MAEA")

AI summary This document pertains to the Nova Scotia Energy Board's proceedings under the More Access to Energy Act, SNS 2024, c 2, Sch B. It outlines the legal context and regulatory framework being considered in the matter.

1. The referral power is one tool, not the only tool IESO-NS's submissions rely heavily on s. 67(1) of the MAEA , which deals with reliability standards and lists five options for the Board: approve, approve with modifications, refuse to a...

AI summary The document discusses the interpretation of section 29(4) of the MAEA, arguing that the shorter wording does not imply a narrower scope. It contrasts this with the detailed wording in section 67(1) of the MAEA, emphasizing that different functions are governed by different provisions and that section 29(4) should be read in conjunction with the Board's general ratemaking powers under the ERBA.

IESO NOVA SCOTIA PANEL 331 Cr-ex, (Rudderham) 1 A. (Johnston) Yeah, that would be 2 correct. 3 Q. Now, in the Act, there's a 4 reference to an "Energy modernization transition team"; 5 are you aware of that? 6 A. (Johnston) Perhaps we coul...

AI summary The discussion revolves around the 'Energy modernization transition team' established under section 86 of the More Access to Energy Act. The IESO Nova Scotia Panel is questioning whether the team has been proclaimed and its status, as well as its inclusion in the Phase II Implementation Plan.

IESO NOVA SCOTIA PANEL 351 Cr-ex, (Rudderham) 1 I can give you a moment to read Q. 18 THE CHAIR: And are you intending on 19 developing an internal policy that would ensure that your 1 internal processes are fully aligned with More Access...

AI summary The discussion centers on the development of an internal policy aligned with the More Access to Energy Act. Nova Scotia Power Inc. acknowledges the need for such a policy but notes it is not yet in place. The conversation also touches on whether the comprehensive procurement policy applies to fast-acting generation and capacity and storage, with the response indicating that separate policies may be appropriate for these areas.