iver Pond Mid-Pond Dyke and 8 100 Spillway Salmontail Lake Main Dam and Spillway 22 615 3,594,450 Hatchard Lake Dam 8 470 Little River Lake Main Dam and Spillway 15 775 1,609,605 Little River Lake Wing Dam 13 700 1,394,991 Methals Dam and...
AI summary The text lists various dams and spillways in Nova Scotia along with their associated numbers and values, likely related to infrastructure or engineering projects.
Lake 7 7 6 1 3 10 Yarmouth 7 6 3 7 6 Shelburne 3 Lockeport Mink Lake Dam 7 6 3 m Mink Lake
AI summary The text appears to be a map or diagram showing geographical locations and infrastructure, possibly related to power generation or transmission, with labels such as Yarmouth, Shelburne, Lockeport, and Mink Lake Dam.
Mink Lake e L ak rd s yna Ra Carleton Lake Dam Vaughan Lake Tusket Main Dam & Spillway
AI summary The text appears to be a map or diagram showing geographical features and infrastructure in Nova Scotia, including lakes, dams, and possibly power generation sites.
work and upgrading of marine fuel offloading facility for Nova Scotia Power Inc.’s 350 MW Tuft’s Cove thermal generation station. x Design of a structural base and installation of a 500-tonne press for HMC Dockyard’s Ship Repair Unit. x As...
AI summary The text outlines various engineering and construction projects undertaken by Nova Scotia Power Inc. and other organizations, including upgrades to marine fuel offloading facilities, structural designs for ship repair units, assessments of industrial infrastructure, and engineering for military and maritime facilities.
t Letter” motion picture in Shelburne, Nova Scotia. x Structural and mechanical engineering support for sets and props associated with “The Sea Wolf” motion picture, filmed in Halifax. Other Civil Projects: x Seven kilometres of Trans-Cana...
AI summary The document outlines various engineering and construction projects undertaken in Nova Scotia, including support for film productions, highway and roadway rehabilitation, municipal infrastructure, and a study related to the demolition of the Annapolis Tidal Power Generation Station powerhouse.
of experience in structural, heavy civil and multi‐disciplinary engineering projects encompassing concept development, design, construction planning and supervision, and investigations and reporting. Those projects have involved new constr...
AI summary The text outlines the professional experience of Mr. Yates in civil and structural engineering, focusing on infrastructure projects such as hydro-electric facilities, bridges, and marine structures. His work includes projects for Nova Scotia Power and other organizations, emphasizing his involvement in assessments, maintenance, and improvements for energy and transportation infrastructure.
work and upgrading of marine fuel offloading facility for Nova Scotia Power Inc.’s 350 MW Tuft’s Cove thermal generation station. Design of a structural base and installation of a 500-tonne press for HMC Dockyard’s Ship Repair Unit. As...
AI summary The text outlines various engineering and design projects undertaken by Nova Scotia Power Inc. and other entities, including upgrades to marine fuel offloading facilities, structural assessments, and infrastructure improvements across Nova Scotia.
4 8 12 16 Salt Marsh Kilometres Swamp Water Transportation Road Network Water Features Mapped Stream Mapped Indefinite Stream Mapped Lakes and Rivers NS Power Inc. - Mersey M er se Hydro System yR iv e r
AI summary The text includes a map depicting geographical features such as salt marshes, swamps, water bodies, transportation routes, and road networks. It also references the Mersey River and the NS Power Inc. Hydro System, indicating a focus on infrastructure and natural features in the region.
NSTD, GeoNOVA, Geogratis. 2. Projection: NAD83 UTM Zone 20N 4 Legend: 2 3 Mersey Hydro System Wetland within 50 m 5 8 9 of lake 6 7 Wetland within 10 m 10 14 of river 11 12 13 NSDNR Wetland Inventory 16 17 Bog
AI summary The text includes geographic data and mapping information related to the Mersey Hydro System and wetland areas in Nova Scotia, with references to NSTD, GeoNOVA, and Geogratis, along with a projection and legend details.
Marsh Salt Marsh Kilometres Swamp Water Transportation Road Network Water Features Mapped Stream Mapped Indefinite Stream Mapped Lakes and Rivers NS Power Inc. - Nictaux Hydro System
AI summary The text includes a map depicting various geographical features such as salt marshes, swamps, water bodies, road networks, and transportation infrastructure. It also mentions the NS Power Inc. - Nictaux Hydro System, indicating the presence of a hydroelectric facility in the Nictaux area.
Nic 0 4 8 12 16 Marsh tau Salt Marsh Kilometres xR Swamp iver Water Transportation Road Network Water Features Mapped Stream Mapped Indefinite Stream Mapped Lakes and Rivers
AI summary The text appears to be a map or geographical representation with labels such as 'Salt Marsh,' 'Swamp,' 'Water,' 'Road Network,' and 'Mapped Stream.' It includes distance measurements in kilometers and references to transportation and water features.
Marsh Salt Marsh Kilometres Swamp Water Transportation Road Network Water Features Mapped Stream Mapped Indefinite Stream Mapped Lakes and Rivers NS Power Inc. - Nictaux Hydro System Engineering Surveying Environmental Bedford Antigonish M...
AI summary The text contains a map depicting geographical features such as salt marshes, swamps, water bodies, transportation routes, and road networks in Nova Scotia. It also references the Nictaux Hydro System operated by NS Power Inc. and mentions engineering and surveying services provided by various locations.
Lake 15 Fen 0 4 8 12 16 Marsh Salt Marsh Kilometres Gravels Swamp Lake Water Transportation Road Network Water Features Mapped Stream Mapped Indefinite Stream Mapped Lakes and Rivers
AI summary The text appears to be a map or diagram showing geographical features such as lakes, marshes, swamps, gravels, and transportation networks, including roads and water features like mapped streams and lakes. It includes distance measurements in kilometres.
Marsh Salt Marsh Kilometres Swamp Water Transportation Road Network Water Features Mapped Stream Mapped Indefinite Stream Mapped Lakes and Rivers Nonias Lake NS Power Inc. - Tusket Hydro System
AI summary The text includes a map with various geographical features such as salt marshes, swamps, water bodies, transportation routes, and road networks. It also references the Nonias Lake and the NS Power Inc. - Tusket Hydro System.
Bear River Bear River Powerhouse 67.88608281650 279.96754808500 Gulch Main Dam (Sam Harris Earthfill with concrete Bear River Dam) Medium core wall Yes 766.79897072500 12667.92828930000 Gulch Main Dam (Sam Harris Earthfill with concrete Be...
AI summary The text presents data related to Bear River Powerhouse and various dams and infrastructure components, including details on their construction materials, sizes, and capacities. However, the content is redacted, and confidential information has been removed.
System Name Classification Foundation Type Cleared Shape_Leng Shape_Area Earthfill with timber Bear River Mulgrave Wing Dam 2 Small core wall 348.04136293200 3080.41571218000 Earthfill with timber Bear River Mulgrave Wing Dam 3 Small core...
AI summary The text lists various infrastructure elements, including dams, pipelines, and powerhouses, with details such as their classification, foundation type, and dimensions. It includes multiple entries for the Ridge Main Dam and associated structures, indicating their location, type, and physical characteristics.
Small Timber 211.15810104900 1711.58417114000 Sissiboo Grand Lake Wing Sissiboo Dam Small Freeboard Dam Earthfill 393.34145672600 3533.41513879000 Weymouth Falls Main Dam - Sissiboo and Wing Dam Large Earthfill 1526.47815049000 55009.29779...
AI summary The text provides technical data on various dam and infrastructure projects, including details on their size, type, and associated costs. It includes entries for the Sissiboo Grand Lake Wing Dam, Weymouth Falls Main Dam, and spillway structures, along with associated numerical values.
Page 11 of 67 2019 Ten-Year System Outlook NON-CONFIDENTIAL Winter Net Facility Fuel Type Capacity (MW) Tusket4 Light Fuel Oil 0 Victoria Junction Light Fuel Oil 66 Total Combustion Turbine 198 Pre-2001 Renewables Independent Power Produce...
AI summary The 2019 Ten-Year System Outlook details power generation capacities, including combustion turbines (198 MW), renewables from Independent Power Producers (133.6 MW), and NS Power wind (13.7 MW). Section 3.1.1 addresses Maximum Unit Capacity Rating Adjustments, though specifics are not elaborated.
hange 195 Projected Over Planning Period Community Feed-in Tariff (Firm capacity) 1 7 DSM Firm Peak Reduction is calculated from the 2019 NS Power 10-Year Energy and Demand Forecast, M09191, Exhibit N-1, Table A-3 and A-4, April 30, 2019....
AI summary The document outlines projected energy resources and retirements from 2019-2028, including biomass (43 MW), Maritime Link imports (153 MW), and assumed retirements (-148 MW), resulting in a net 49 MW increase. It references the 2019 NS Power 10-Year Forecast (Exhibit N-1, Table A-3/A-4) and mentions the Tusket Combustion Turbine as part of the planning period.
1 peak load in the near term. The Company expects to be able to manage through this 2 upcoming winter period, and can also find near-term solutions for access to firm capacity 3 if required. NS Power will continue to monitor potential defi...
AI summary The Company is managing near-term peak load and has not accounted for the return of the Tusket CT’s 33 MW capacity in its forecasts. A medium-term outlook is provided in Figure 22, showing available capacity resources compared to customer demand. The planning reserve margin (PRM) is discussed as a measure of generation capacity relative to the NPCC 20% requirement, though it does not account for all system needs such as wind-following and emissions compliance.
1 • New 12MVA Mount Hope 69kV-25kV substation in Dartmouth (moved from 2 2018) 3 • 5P 25MVA Mobile Substation Replacement 4 • 6S Terrace Street 69 kV substation will be retired once the existing 4 kV 5 distribution load is converted to 12...
AI summary The text outlines various infrastructure projects and replacements within the Nova Scotia power grid, including substation upgrades, transformer replacements, and right-of-way widenings aimed at improving system reliability and accommodating load growth.
MWh/yr 49 7.6 Normalized EUE % of annual load 0.0005% 0.00008% 1-in-2 Peak Load MW 2,070 2,070 PRM Requirement % of peak 21.0% 17.8% ¬ High Operating Reserve Requirement Case: 100 MW operating reserve requirement in all hours, approximatel...
AI summary The document discusses two operating reserve requirement cases: a high case requiring 100 MW (5% of NSPI’s peak load) and a low case requiring 33 MW (1.5% of NSPI’s peak load). Operating reserves are critical for maintaining grid reliability and responding to unexpected conditions.
then perf ormed to establish whether the level of increased wind penetration with the second tie can be achieved by the introduction of other technologies without requiring additional interconnection. Through simulations of 4 dif ferent ca...
AI summary The document discusses simulations showing that the Nova Scotia power system can support 600 MW of wind generation, but requires at least three thermal units to maintain stability during separation from the New Brunswick interconnection. Additional services like balancing and voltage control are still necessary, and reactive power resources must be available to manage voltage fluctuations.
6.8.5 Sustaining Capital Evaluating ongoing sustaining capital investments for existing generating units is an important part of the IRP process. In particular, during this period of significant system transformation, the sustaining capita...
AI summary This section discusses the evaluation of sustaining capital investments for existing generating units as part of the Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) process. Two sensitivity scenarios—High and Low sustaining capital—are analyzed, showing how changes in sustaining capital affect retirement timelines and resource planning, with the base case being the most economically viable for customers.
stic Hydro 894 893 892 892 915 915 915 915 915 1,011 1,011 59 1,012 1,011 1,011 1,011 1,012 1,011 1,011 1,011 1,011 1,011 1,012 1,011 1,012 Tidal 0 0 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 59 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 Biomass 339 354 356...
AI summary The text presents a table with numerical data over multiple years, likely representing energy generation or capacity figures from various sources such as hydro, tidal, biomass, wind, solar, diesel, and the Maritime Link Blocks. The data shows fluctuations and trends in output across different years.
Installed Capacity (MW) ELCC (MW) / UCAP ICAP (MW) Includes all thermal units Dispatchable 1,505 1,418 1,505 Firm Imports 588 527 588 Includes only firm DR - - - imports Storage 33 27 27 Variable 1,132 152 152 Thermal, imports and Hydro 36...
AI summary The document presents capacity and ELCC (Effective Load-Carrying Capability) data for Nova Scotia's energy portfolio, including installed capacity, UCAP (Ultimate Capacity), ICAP (Installed Capacity), and PRM (Primary Reserve Management) metrics. It highlights a capacity surplus and the relationship between these metrics and reserve targets in 2045.
the actual dispatch patterns observed in historical data, subject to the notes above. Wreck Cove CA During NS Power’s long winter peaks, Wreck Cove may not be able to operate at full load This was considered in the original Capacity Study...
AI summary The text discusses the limitations of Wreck Cove's operation during peak winter periods and how this affects its contribution to system reliability. It also mentions updates to the Plexos model by NS Power regarding sustaining capital costs for coal units, including adjustments based on utilization observed in the Initial Portfolio Study.
ime Link; natural gas infrastructure investments; and emerging technologies as alternatives to traditional maintenance of existing generation or expansion of NSPI’s portfolio.20 17 Audit Report, Recommendation IX-1. 18 See, for example, 20...
AI summary NSPI's Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) modeling incorporated renewable technologies, imported power, demand response, energy efficiency, and battery storage. The text acknowledges NSPI's responsiveness to recommendations but notes ongoing considerations for natural gas infrastructure investments.
3) Potential Benefits of Integrated Deployment NS Power states that the Reliability Tie may provide other benefits, such as reserves, load following, or non-firm import capability,[17](#page-11-0) and its modeling suggests that the inertia...
AI summary NS Power argues that integrated deployment of the Reliability Tie could reduce reliance on thermal generation, accelerate steam plant retirements, and lower costs through cheaper imports and wind resources. Inertia and reserve constraints may influence retirement timelines, with battery storage and synchronous condensers offering alternatives. The text recommends expanding in-service date options for the Regional Interconnection project to 2028–2040 and using RFP data to refine cost estimates.
A. Long-term Electrification Investment Strategy NS Power is to be commended for making electrification a central part of its IRP. The IRP provides appropriate policy, business, and analytic support for its Action Plan for electrification....
AI summary NS Power's Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) supports electrification, requiring increased investments in full electrification and T&D. Mersey's ELCC value is questioned.
Reliability Tie Finding (2a) Action Plan (1b) All resource plans show inclusion of the Reliability Tie, generally by or before 2030. Notably some scenarios show economic benefit to having it in place earlier (2024 or 2025, for 2.1C "low wi...
AI summary The document discusses the inclusion of the Reliability Tie in resource plans, noting that its implementation as early as 2023 could provide economic benefits, particularly in low wind and low battery cost scenarios. It emphasizes the importance of completing a second 345 kV circuit to Salisbury and supports NSPI's efforts to expedite the process.
to further increase wind penetration through transmission grid reinforcement. This should also recognize that the introduction of bulk scale battery storage as a possible capacity resource that can provide co-benefits associated with stabi...
AI summary The document outlines recommendations for enhancing wind energy integration through grid reinforcement and battery storage, inter-provincial coordination for reliability, coal retirement planning, and gas price monitoring. It emphasizes economic retirement analysis for thermal units and prioritizing coal alternatives post-Lingan 2.
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