Topic:"Reasonableness Review" in M11689

John D. Wilson  Grid Strategies, LLC Page 10 Nova Scotia UARB Matter No. M10110, direct testimony on Nova Scotia Power’s Wreck Cove hydroelectric project on behalf of the Nova Scotia Consumer Advocate. Reasonableness of project and unreso...

AI summary John D. Wilson of Grid Strategies, LLC provided testimony in multiple regulatory proceedings regarding the reasonableness of capital expenditures, cost recovery, and alignment with integrated resource plans (IRP) for energy projects. Key issues included project justification, prudence of remedial costs, and compliance with regulatory standards in Nova Scotia and other jurisdictions.

ar- term growth of system peak is attributed to increased electrification of heating, whereas the long- term growth has been reduced due to lower EV sales and the adoption of hybrid heating scenarios. In the 2034 forecast, NSR is 5.1% (564...

AI summary The document analyzes NS Power's load forecasting discrepancies, noting short-term peak demand growth from heating electrification but long-term reductions due to lower EV sales and hybrid heating adoption. Forecasts for 2034 show 5.1% higher NSR and 11.1% higher system peak than 2023 actuals. The Board has raised concerns about forecasting accuracy and consistency, referencing past decisions like M11108.