N-3-(b)Redacted NSPI Response to UARB IR-12 (att 7-10) to IR-17
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- .1 stantial completion of the work. - .2 (6) months following delivery to the Place of the Installation. - .2 Owner, through the Engineer, shall promptly give the Vendor notice in writing of observed defects and deficiencies that occur d...
AI summary The text outlines warranty obligations and factory test requirements for electrical equipment, including procedures for reporting defects, correcting issues, and assigning warranties. It also specifies testing standards for circuit breakers, current transformers, and bushings.
- .2 CSA Standards - .1 C156.1, Ceramic and Glass Station Post Insulators - .2 G164, Hot Dipped Galvanized or Irregularly Shaped Articles - .3 W59, Welded Steel Construction (metal-ark welding) - .3 NEMA Standards - .1 Std. SG-6, Power Swi...
AI summary This document outlines the standards and submittal requirements for electrical components, including CSA, NEMA, ANSI/IEEE, and ISO standards, as well as specifications for operation and maintenance data and manufacturer drawings for disconnect switches.
2.1 The overall assembly enclosure(s) shall provide protection from ingress of rodents, insects, and moisture; and the possibility of arcing faults within the enclosure. - 1.12.2 The material for all external sides of the enclosure and int...
AI summary The document outlines technical specifications for the assembly enclosures, including protection against environmental factors, material requirements, grounding provisions, environmental control, and fire suppression capabilities.
9 IN-PLANT INSPECTION AND TESTING - 9.1 The Owner, Purchaser, Engineer, and/or their authorized agents shall have the privilege of inspecting and witnessing all testing at all times during the manufacture of the equipment or materials orde...
AI summary This section outlines the requirements for in-plant inspection and testing during equipment manufacturing, including the right to inspect, advance notice requirements, and the submission of test results to the Engineer.
- .8 Formwork: - .1 Forms: to CSA-A23.1, plywood and lumber, clean and free of loose knots, splits or metal. - .2 Form Ties: to CSA-A23.1, removable or snap-off metal ties, fixed or adjustable length. Form ties, tie wire, spacers or other...
AI summary The text outlines specifications for formwork and concrete mix, referencing various Canadian standards and testing methods. It details requirements for materials such as form ties, release agents, and curing compounds, as well as specifications for concrete mix proportions and air content.
06537Board Decision
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just and reasonable. RS., c. 380, s. 52 - [3] NSPI is a regulated public utility and is the successor to Nova Scotia Power Corporation, a Crown Corporation which was privatized in 1992. As of January 1, 1999, NSPI became the principal subs...
AI summary NSPI, a regulated public utility and subsidiary of Emera, must file for Board approval of capital expenditures over $250,000 to include them in its rate base. The Board aims to improve transparency and public comment on capital work orders, with examples like Nuttby Mountain and Water Street, by initiating consultations through hearings or written submissions.
ect of a rigorous review by the Board and interested parties. Directions on procedure will be issued when the capital work order is filed with the Board. [NSUARB letter to NSPI, April 23, 2010, p. 2] [10] As earlier noted, on July 23, 2010...
AI summary NSPI submitted an application for approval of $82.8 million in capital expenditures for the DWP project. The Board determined that a public hearing was necessary due to the project's cost and involvement in an affiliate transaction. The hearing process and timeline were established following the Board's review.
separate legal entity from NSPI, correct? A: Yes. Q: Beyond that though, as I understand it, it was a shell company without employees? A: Yes, this is common structure for doing this kind of work. Q: It had no other assets? A: Yes. Q: You...
AI summary The document discusses the structure of 324 NSL as a separate legal entity from NSPI, confirming it was a shell company with no employees or other assets beyond those related to the project. Emera Inc. provided the necessary funding for the project, and the entity was used to ensure the project's continuation within the regulated entity framework.
1. NSPI acted in the best interest of customers in taking assignment of the EUS contract. As part of its due diligence in considering an assignment of the EPC contract in April of 2010, NSPI requested that 324 NSL engage CBCL to prepare a...
AI summary NSPI argues that taking assignment of the EUS contract was in the best interest of customers, as the EUS price was lower than competitive tenders and met fair market value criteria. The EUS contract was reassessed after the project scope was updated, and NSPI asserts that the price was reasonable and compliant with the Code of Conduct.
[90] Avon questioned the evidence put forward by NSPI, stating: Even looking at the pricing comparators offered by NSPI ex post-facto, the evidence is slim that this is the "best option" for customers. To justify the value of the EUS contr...
AI summary Avon questioned the evidence provided by NSPI regarding the EUS contract, arguing that the pricing comparators were insufficient to prove it was the best option for customers. Avon highlighted that the bids did not account for certain cost reductions and that the affiliate had an advantage not available to other bidders. Quetta Inc. supported the project and the contract awarded to EUS.
ob, that's what I try to do every day and that's what we're trying to do here. We're trying to put this project in service in a way that brings the best value to customers. [Transcript, pp. 183-190] [98] While the Board is prepared to appr...
AI summary The Board approves capital expenditures but disapproves a $1 million affiliate bonus payment to EUS, reducing the rate base by that amount. Fees paid to EES are considered justifiable despite concerns about RES compliance and PPA preservation.
Findings [137] The Board has reviewed all the information provided and finds that NSPI customers will benefit by including the Project in the rate base. However, the amount to be included in the rate base requires reduction. The Board unde...
AI summary The Board has approved the DWP project with a reduced cost of $79.8 million, noting that the project is in the best interest of ratepayers compared to the PPA. The Board also encourages NSPI to provide energy output data in the FAM filing and acknowledges the economic analysis showing the project's superiority if expected energy output is achieved.
06132Closing Submission - NSPI
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1 1.0 APPROVAL OF THE PROJECT, AS FILED, IS APPROPRIATE 2 3 On behalf of customers, NSPI has worked diligently and in the interests of customers to 4 comply with the RES by relying on the significant effort and resources of its affiliates...
AI summary NSPI seeks approval to include a renewable energy project in the utility rate base, arguing that it was completed on time and under budget with significant value provided to customers. The application is supported by evidence and testimony, with no opposing evidence presented.
1 Transcript, page 183, line 4 – page 190, line 22. 1 2 see these things done and I wanted to see them done well for our customers and that's why I'm here. 3 4 So do I think it's the best deal? I absolutely think it's the best deal and I 5...
AI summary The speaker affirms that the deal reached is the best possible under the circumstances and emphasizes the importance of transparency and acting in the best interests of customers. Concerns about affiliate transactions and ensuring expenditures benefit ratepayers are highlighted.
10 Exhibit N-8, NSPI Revised Code of Conduct governing Affiliate Transactions, as approved by UARB order dated February 24, 2009, section 7.6. PPA between NSPI and 324 NSL (as assignee of SkyPower Corp.) License to Use Assets and Option Ag...
AI summary The document references Exhibit N-8, the NSPI Revised Code of Conduct for Affiliate Transactions, approved by the UARB in 2009. It outlines an affiliate transaction involving a PPA between NSPI and 324 NSL, as well as a transmission line construction project. The transaction triggers Section 6.10 of the Code of Conduct, and NSPI notified the UARB of its intention to file a capital work order for the project.
06180Rebuttal Submission - NSPI
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3 On January 14, 2011, Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSPI, the Company) and the intervenors 4 filed their closing submissions in this proceeding. 6 On behalf of customers, NSPI has worked diligently and in the interests of customers to 7 comply...
AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSPI) and intervenors submitted closing arguments supporting the inclusion of the Digby Wind Project in the utility rate base. NSPI asserts the project was completed on time and under budget, with no opposing evidence challenging its value. All intervenors support approval of the capital work order.
Date Filed: January 21, 2011 Page 2 of 15 1 aspects of NSPI's request for approval be denied. NSPI's reply to the arguments raised 2 by the Avon Group and the Consumer Advocate is set out below in this submission. 3 4 2.0 FACTUAL CORRECTIO...
AI summary NSPI disputes a statement made by the Consumer Advocate regarding the recovery of costs from ratepayers. NSPI argues that the costs incurred through the two-step acquisition process were prudent and cost-effective, and that no additional costs were passed on to customers. NSPI's position is based on its response during the hearing.
rvice to Nova Scotia 35 Power, not a service out of charity but a service out of good 36 business and necessity. It saw a need for Nova Scotia Power to 37 have a mechanism for compliance with the RES. 39 Our company operates in compliance...
AI summary The text discusses the importance of compliance with the Renewable Electricity Standard (RES) by Nova Scotia Power and Emera's involvement in ensuring that compliance. It emphasizes the need for the Board to base its decision on sworn testimony and evidence provided by NSPI, rather than casual summaries. The Consumer Advocate highlights that costs from construction contracts must meet Code standards to be included in the rate base and recovered from ratepayers.
1 3. The regulatory process includes a final costing. 2 3 The Avon Group has referred to a contingency amount found in the revised CBCL 4 engineering estimate. The Avon Group states, on page 6, that given construction has 5 come in under b...
AI summary The Avon Group requests disallowance of $1.5 million from the CBCL engineering estimate, but NSPI argues that CBCL's estimate is not part of its capital costs. NSPI emphasizes that contingency planning is prudent and that the final costing will be filed with the UARB for approval, reflecting actual incurred costs.
06537Board Decision
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just and reasonable. RS., c. 380, s. 52 - [3] NSPI is a regulated public utility and is the successor to Nova Scotia Power Corporation, a Crown Corporation which was privatized in 1992. As of January 1, 1999, NSPI became the principal subs...
AI summary NSPI, a regulated public utility and successor to a privatized Crown Corporation, is required to seek Board approval for capital expenditures over $250,000. These expenditures are included in the rate base, which influences the rates charged to customers. The Board has implemented procedural changes to increase transparency and public comment on capital work orders.
II BACKGROUND [8] On April 16, 2010, NSPI filed a letter with the Board requesting that: NSPI seeks to confirm that the UARB has no objection to NSPI continuing with project construction, pending the Capital Work Order review and approval...
AI summary In 2010, NSPI requested the Board's confirmation to proceed with the Digby project construction before the Capital Work Order review. The Board responded, referencing a previous case, stating it had no objection to NSPI undertaking advance expenditures at shareholders' risk, provided the affiliate transaction with 3240384 Nova Scotia Limited would be rigorously reviewed.
separate legal entity from NSPI, correct? A: Yes. Q: Beyond that though, as I understand it, it was a shell company without employees? A: Yes, this is common structure for doing this kind of work. Q: It had no other assets? A: Yes. Q: You...
AI summary The transcript discusses the structure of a company (324 NSL) that was a shell entity with no employees or other assets beyond those related to a specific project acquired during bankruptcy. Emera Inc. provided the necessary funds for the project, and the company was used to keep the project moving forward as part of a broader policy within the regulated entity.
[90] Avon questioned the evidence put forward by NSPI, stating: Even looking at the pricing comparators offered by NSPI ex post-facto, the evidence is slim that this is the "best option" for customers. To justify the value of the EUS contr...
AI summary Avon questions the evidence provided by NSPI regarding the EUS contract, arguing that the comparison between the CBCL estimate and the EUS price is not an apples-to-apples comparison and that the contract may not be the best available option due to lack of competitive bidding and preferential treatment of an affiliate.
Findings [137] The Board has reviewed all the information provided and finds that NSPI customers will benefit by including the Project in the rate base. However, the amount to be included in the rate base requires reduction. The Board unde...
AI summary The Board has reviewed the DWP project and found that including it in the rate base benefits NSPI customers, though the amount requires reduction. The Project is deemed favorable compared to the PPA when considering revised construction costs, O&M savings, and higher energy output. The Board also notes that the economic analysis does not account for infrastructure benefits beyond a 20-year horizon.