Topic:"Rates And Money" in M12414

I. DEFINITIONS 1n this Agreement the following terms have the following meanings: - 1.1. "Distribution System" means NSPI's facilities that operate at a nominal voltage of 24,940 V or less, which are used to distribute electric power betwe...

AI summary This section defines key terms in an agreement related to NSPI's distribution system, interconnection processes, and regulatory oversight by the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board.

4. METERING AND BILLING 4.1 Metering requirements and billing procedures shall be in accordance with regulation 3.6 of the UARB Rates & Regulations and any other applicable laws, as applicable.

AI summary This section outlines that metering requirements and billing procedures must follow regulation 3.6 of the UARB Rates & Regulations and any other applicable laws.

7. INDEMNITY - 7.1 NSPI shall not be liable for any loss, damage, or injury, including but not limited to death, relating to this Agreement or the operation of the Facility except to the extent that such loss, damage, or injury may be attr...

AI summary This section outlines the indemnity provisions of the agreement, limiting NSPI's liability for losses, damages, or injuries related to the operation of the Facility, except in cases of NSPI's negligence or willful misconduct. The Customer is required to indemnify NSPI against any claims arising from the operation of the Facility, excluding those caused by NSPI's negligence or willful misconduct.

10. NOTIFICATIONS l 0.1 All notices lo be given lo either party under this Agreement shall be written and addressed to NSPI and to the Customer as follows: • Nova Scotia Power lncorporatcd Allention: Corporate Secretary PO Box 9 10 Halifax...

AI summary This section outlines the procedures for delivering notices under the agreement, specifying the addresses for NSPI and the customer, Karen Chetwynd, and the methods of delivery including fax, courier, and mail, along with presumptions for receipt dates.

11. MISCELLANEOUS - 11 . l This Agreement does not supersede the requirements outlined in any applicable Rates and Regulations as approved by the UARB from time to time, or legislation, including but not limited to the Public Utilities Act...

AI summary This section outlines the miscellaneous provisions of the agreement, including its governance by Nova Scotia and Canadian laws, non-supersession of regulatory requirements, renewal conditions, and enforceability of its terms.

IN WITNESS THEREOF, the Parties have duly cxcculed this Agreement, in duplicate. as of the date set fortl1 above. NOV A SCOTIA POWER ) INCORPORATED ) ) Witness ) Per: _ ) ) Name: ) Tille: ) ) ) ) ) (HF:~flftfl l Ct/2/J ) ) ) Per: ) ) CUSTO...

AI summary The document is a signed agreement between Nova Scotia Power Inc. and the Utility and Rate Board, witnessed and executed by both parties. It outlines the formalization of an agreement and includes placeholders for signatures and titles.

Sent: July 24, 2025 3:18 PM Customer Relations < [email protected]> Subject: DRO 24 July re Jeff Chetwynd dispute re Power bill discrepency Act \ \ Exercise Caution - This is an external email from: [email protected]...

AI summary An email from the Dispute Resolution Office (DRO) dated July 24, 2025, references a dispute involving Jeff Chetwynd regarding a power bill discrepancy. The email is part of a customer relations communication from Nova Scotia Power.

Don Farmer, P. Eng., Dispute Resolution Officer (D.R.O.) Telephone (902) 428-6202, Toll-free 1-877-428-6202, Fax (902) 835-7744 [email protected] Jeff Chetwynd; N.S.Power Jeff You indicate "I have solar panels on my home for t...

AI summary The Dispute Resolution Officer (DRO) is clarifying whether a customer's dispute relates to the interpretation of Regulation 3.6.1 regarding excess self-generation credits or whether the customer wishes to apply these credits to a different account. The customer has solar panels and is seeking clarification on billing and credit procedures.

N.S.Power Regulation 3.6.4 Billing states "(a) Customer-generators will be billed under the otherwiseapplicable metered rate". What are the "otherwise- applicable" relevant Regulations or Tariffs ?

AI summary The document asks for clarification on the 'otherwise applicable' regulations or tariffs for billing customer-generators under Regulation 3.6.4. The question seeks to identify the specific rules that apply when determining the billing rate for customer-generators.

Jeff Chetwynd In response to your attached email of today, I await N.S.Power's response to my question in the immediately following email before proceeding further with my investigation leading to a Decision in the matter. Don Farmer, P.En...

AI summary Jeff Chetwynd is awaiting a response from N.S.Power regarding a dispute over a power bill discrepancy, with Don Farmer, the Dispute Resolution Officer, involved in the process.

PO Box 910 ● Halifax, Nova Scotia ● Canada ● B3J 2W5 August 20, 2025 REDACTED Lisa Wallace Chief Clerk of the Board Nova Scotia Energy Board 1601 Lower Water Street, 3rd Floor P.O. Box 1692, Unit "M" Halifax, NS B3J 3S3 Re: M12414 – DRO Ap...

AI summary The Nova Scotia Energy Board has directed NS Power to file a response to Karen Chetwynd's appeal of a DRO decision regarding her solar system and billing. The appeal is based on the DRO's decision dated July 28, 2025, and NS Power must respond by August 20, 2025.

7. INDEMNITY - 7.1 NSPI shall not be liable for any loss, damage, or injury, including but not limited to death, relating to this Agreement or the operation of the Facility except to the extent that such loss, damage, or injury may be attr...

AI summary This section outlines the indemnity provisions under the agreement, stating that NSPI is not liable for losses or injuries unless caused by its negligence or willful misconduct. The Customer assumes risks related to the Facility and agrees not to claim against NSPI for losses arising from the Customer's actions.

11. MISCELLANEOUS - 11.1 This Agreement does not supersede the requirements outlined in any applicable Rates and Regulations as approved by the UARB from time to time, or legislation, including but not limited to the Public Utilities Act,...

AI summary This section outlines miscellaneous terms of the agreement, emphasizing compliance with regulatory requirements, the need for written consent for renewal, the non-interpretive nature of headings, and the incorporation of recitals and schedules into the agreement.

IN WITNESS THEREOF , the Parties have duly executed this Agreement, in duplicate, as of the date set forth above. NOVA SCOTIA POWER INCORPORATED Per: Name: Title: CUSTOMER Per: Name: Chetwynd DRO Appeal NSEB IR-1 Attachment 1 Page 9 of 10...

AI summary The text includes a formal agreement executed by Nova Scotia Power Incorporated and a customer, as well as a reference to a redacted attachment related to a Chetwynd DRO Appeal by the Nova Scotia Energy Board.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 However, effective April 22, 2022, amendments to the Nova Scotia Electricity Act through 2 the passing of Bill 145 retired the Legacy NM program. As a result, any new applications 3 or expansions submitted after this dat...

AI summary The Legacy Net Metering (NM) program was retired in April 2022 with the passing of Bill 145, requiring customers to transition to the Self Generation Option (SGO). Under SGO, customers can install up to 27 kW of generation or battery storage without formal enrollment in an NS Power program, with NS Power's involvement limited to electrical plan reviews and inspections.

Chetwynd DRO Appeal (NSEB M12414) NSPI Responses to NSEB Information Requests 1 Request IR-11: 1 Request IR-12: 2 3 Reference Exhibit C1, page 2, or Complaint. 4 5 I would like to be compensated for my extra power. I do have another cottag...

AI summary The text discusses a customer's request to transfer excess power credits to another account, either held by the same account holder or a nonprofit. NS Power responds that such transfers are not permitted unless under specific conditions outlined in the Renewable Electricity Regulations, Section 37D, for CNMP customers with generators over 27 kW.

Billed Consumption • JAN MAR MAY JUL SEP NOV 2,141 2,140 1,470 977 998 1,302 507 481 913 1,089 1,064 736 507 481 913 977 998 914 - - - 112 66 - 17 8 - - - 112 17 8 - 1,634 1,659 557 - - 388 Total 9,028 4,790 4,790 - - 4,238 2023-2024 Legac...

AI summary The document provides a table showing billed consumption data across different months and a section titled '2023-2024 Legacy Net Metering Payout,' indicating a focus on energy consumption and net metering policies.

Agreements NS Power provided a copy of its standard legacy net metering agreement in response to IR-1. Due to the recent cyber security incident, it could not provide an executed copy of your legacy net metering agreement. You provided a c...

AI summary NS Power provided a standard legacy net metering agreement in response to IR-1, noting it could not provide an executed copy due to a recent cyber security incident. Key sections include requirements for customer consent for facility changes, termination procedures for non-compliance, and a reference to the Board's Rates and Regulations .

Request IR-9: Reference Exhibit C4, page 4, of the Appellant's Evidence, Section 8 Term and Termination: - a) Please explain the reasoning for a customer not being able to carry on with the same contract after a system upgrade. - b) Please...

AI summary Request IR-9 seeks clarification on why a customer cannot continue with their original contract after a system upgrade, which section of the original contract is no longer compliant, and a copy of the notice of default provided to the customer.

Request IR-12: Reference Exhibit C1, page 2, or Complaint. I would like to be compensated for my extra power. I do have another cottage property that I pay electrical bills on so doesn't seem right I make extra power at home that they take...

AI summary The complainant requests compensation for excess power generated at home, arguing it is unfair that NS Power sells the power back to them. They also ask for the ability to donate the power to a nonprofit or charity. The complainant requests specific legal authority that prohibits transferring credit to another account, whether held by the same or different account holder.

NS Power responded to your complaint and the IRs. The relevant events are summarized below: Date Event January 5, 2016 NS Power final inspection/approval of the original 3.57 kW system May 16, 2019 NS Power final inspection/approval of exp...

AI summary NS Power transitioned a customer from net metering to the Self-Generating Option (SGO) following system expansions and amendments to the Electricity Act in 2022. The customer was informed of the transition and lack of payout for surplus generation in 2025, leading to a complaint and a DRO decision upholding NS Power's compliance with regulations.

Agreements NS Power provided a copy of its standard legacy net metering agreement in response to IR-1. Due to the recent cyber security incident, it could not provide an executed copy of your legacy net metering agreement. You provided a c...

AI summary NS Power provided a standard legacy net metering agreement in response to IR-1, but could not supply an executed copy due to a recent cyber security incident. Key terms include customer consent for facility modifications, termination for non-compliance, and the agreement not overriding Board-approved rates or legislation.

)(c) was intended to have the effect of terminating legacy net metering agreements the Board would expect the legislature to explicitly say so as it would be overriding express contractual provisions. The Board finds that s. 7(7)(c) simply...

AI summary The Board clarifies that Section 7(7)(c) does not override legacy net metering agreements and that NS Power must follow Section 8 to terminate them. NS Power did not provide proper notice, so the agreement remains in force. However, the agreement only applies to the 5.58 kW system, and no excess generation occurred. Downgrading to 5.58 kW would allow compensation, but no excess was generated with that system.