3. NSE-RBT Cost-Sharing Precedents The following regulatory provisions and Board decisions demonstrate that the Nova Scotia Energy and Regulatory Board Tribunal has repeatedly exercised oversight over cost allocation between Nova Scotia Po...
AI summary This section outlines precedents where the Nova Scotia Energy and Regulatory Board Tribunal has overseen cost allocation between Nova Scotia Power and customers, requiring NS Power to assume or share costs when appropriate, emphasizing that cost responsibility must be assessed fairly and in context.
B. Regulation 2.11 – Underground Electric Services Regulation 2.11 outlines that when an existing underground system is replaced or reconfigured, NS Power is responsible for the "best (generally lowest cost) supply option". Customers are o...
AI summary Regulation 2.11 requires NS Power to provide the lowest-cost underground electric supply option when replacing or reconfiguring an existing system, with customers only paying the difference if they choose to continue with underground service. The regulation aims to shift the financial burden from customers to NS Power and promote modern electrical upgrades.
A. Matter M08935 – 2019 NSUARB 22 (Regulation 2.6 Amendments) In this decision, the Board considered NS Power's proposed amendments to Regulation 2.6 relating to line extension costs. The Board declined to approve the amendments, emphasizi...
AI summary The Board rejected NS Power's proposed amendments to Regulation 2.6, emphasizing the need for fair allocation of infrastructure costs between the utility and its customers. The decision reinforces the Board's role in reviewing cost allocation practices to prevent unfair burdens on individual customers.