Topic:"Rate Rider" in M03669

ial DSM policy more inclusive by extending targeted programming to low-income-renters. We suggest that the following Low-income-renter DSM Program opportunities be incorporated into the 2012 DSM Plan: - 1. Make a commitment to low-income-r...

AI summary The text proposes extending targeted DSM programming to low-income-renters by incorporating specific initiatives into the 2012 DSM Plan and beyond, including cost recovery, program modifications, and education and promotion efforts.

Policy Barriers Low-income-renter DSM programming in Nova Scotia takes place in a rich policy context. In many ways, government policy aligns with the objectives of DSM programming. For example, a range of federal, 110 provincial, 111 and...

AI summary The document discusses policy barriers to low-income-renter DSM programming in Nova Scotia, highlighting the lack of special programming for renters and landlords, as well as the requirement of homeownership for participation in DSM programs. It also notes the DSM cost recovery rider as a concern.

1. Identify low-income-renters and manage cost recovery rider contributions to support low-income-renter DSM programming The work required to identify low-income-renters, and ensure that the DSM Program funding contributions of low-income-...

AI summary The text discusses the need to identify low-income renters and manage cost recovery rider contributions to support low-income-renter DSM programming. It suggests continuing from the 2012 DSM Plan and proposes exemptions or rebates for low-income Nova Scotians, similar to California's approach.

1 b) The following figure provides the 2011 Demand Side Management Cost Recovery Rider 2 for each rate class. "NA" indicates no charge.

AI summary The text refers to a 2011 Demand Side Management Cost Recovery Rider 2, indicating that the figure provides the rider for each rate class, with 'NA' denoting no charge.

1 c) The following figure provides the 2010 Demand Side Management Cost Recovery Rider 2 for each rate class. "NA" indicates no charge. 2010 Demand Side Management Cost Customer Class Recovery Rider (cents per kWh) Domestic Service 0.193 D...

AI summary The text provides the 2010 Demand Side Management Cost Recovery Rider 2 rates for various customer classes. It also includes a request and response regarding analyses of the 2012 DSM programs' rate and bill impacts, noting that no specific analyses were conducted beyond preliminary information in ENSC's Evidence.

3 (Expanded). testimony at page 16, "One of the Board's goals should be to strike the appropriate balance between increasing rates and achieving the overall benefits of energy efficiency programs."33 Given the fact that the proposed DSM bu...

AI summary The text discusses balancing rate increases with energy efficiency benefits, noting the high proposed DSM budget and the need to consider rate impacts. It highlights NSPI's planned rate increase and the Board's role in evaluating stakeholder pressures and potential bill increases.

19 See, for example, Exhibit [E-12], Supra Note 8, Page 3, Lines 5-6. 20 Exhibit [E-1], Supra Note 7, Page 29. 21 Exhibit [E-12], Supra Note 8, Page 2, Lines 26-28. 1 ENSC sees continued value and support in having the PDWG continue throug...

AI summary ENSC supports the continuation of the PDWG throughout 2011. It argues that performance-based rates, which provide financial incentives and penalties beyond cost recovery and rate of return, are designed to maximize efficiencies shared between rate-payers and shareholders, and that the independence of the shareholders from government and Nova Scotia Power Inc. is not applicable to this rationale.

September 30, 2011 Nancy McNeil Regulatory Affairs Officer/Clerk Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board 1601 Lower Water Street, 3 rd Floor P.O. Box 1692, Unit "M" Halifax, NS B3J 3S3 Re: DSM Cost Recovery Rider (E-ENSC-R-10) Dear Ms. McNeil...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. proposes the ENS DSM Cost Recovery Rider (DCRR) and Balance Adjustment (DCRR BA) for 2012, based on the Board's 2009 DSM Order and updated load determinants from the 2012 load forecast. The rider aims to recover DSM program costs across rate classes.

dology should continue to be applied beyond 2012. The wording of the Settlement Agreement was reflected in the DSM Cost Recovery Rider that was approved as part of the 2010 DSM proceeding, and states: For the calendar years 2010, 2011 and...

AI summary The text discusses the DSM Cost Recovery Rider, which was approved in the 2010 DSM proceeding and outlines how the PCR is computed using Schedule B of the tariff. It also mentions the transition of DSM administrative responsibilities to ENS under the Efficiency Nova Scotia Corporation Act, and the role ENS should play in future rider filings.

ogy. As such, it is appropriate that on a go forward basis, ENS, as administrator with the responsibility for the amount of the rider charges, make the rider filing as an extension of its DSM process. Nova Scotia Power has discussed this p...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSPI) agrees with Efficiency Nova Scotia (ENS) on adjusting the rider responsibilities, ensuring continued collaboration and information sharing as outlined in the DSM Transition Plan. NSPI will take the lead in revising the cost allocation methodology for approval by the UARB, aligning with the 2013 DSM Plan filing.

nsibility for reviewing and revIsing the methodology as appropriate, for approval by the UARB. It is anticipated that revisions for 2013 would be filed coincident with the filing of the 2013 DSM Plan. The above paragraph contemplates that...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSPI) requests the UARB to confirm the 2012 ENS DSM Rider allocations and the 2010 DSM DCR BA, and asks for confirmation that ENS is best suited to lead any necessary stakeholder dialogue regarding the cost allocation methodology prior to the 2013 DSM filing.

In addition to standard energy charges, the following Demand Side Management Cost Recovery Rider (DCRR) charges shall apply for the period January 1, 2012 to December 31, 2012. DSM Rider Code Applicable Tariff DCRR DCRR BA Deleted: 1 (cent...

AI summary The document outlines the Demand Side Management Cost Recovery Rider (DCRR) charges applicable from January 1, 2012, to December 31, 2012, specifying different rates for various service categories and including a balance adjustment (DCRR BA) for each category.

3 COST ALLOCATION METHODOLOGY ENSC's cost allocation model relies on standard fully allocated costing concepts that are generally accepted by Canadian regulators for rate-setting purposes. In particular, ENSC's fully allocated costing meth...

AI summary ENSC's cost allocation model uses fully allocated costing concepts, dividing costs between taxpayer- and ratepayer-funded programs. It employs two tiers of customer classes, with direct allocation methods for specific accounts like the Small Business Energy Solutions (SBES) program. The Board's 2011 Order guides the first-tier allocation methodology.

4 CONCLUSION The methodology used to allocate ENSC's total "costs for electric and other fuel mandates" is consistent with the standard approach to the fully allocated costing models that are used for rate setting purposes by regulated ele...

AI summary The document outlines ENSC's cost-allocation methodology for electric and other fuel mandates, aligning with Canadian utility standards. Direct and joint program costs are allocated case-by-case, with administrative costs tied to staff resources. Costs are recovered via NSUARB-approved rate riders for electricity programs and government payments for other fuel programs.