E-1Demand Side Management Transition Plan 8/30/2010
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Nova Scotia Power Inc. PO Box 910 14th Floor, 1894 Barrington Street Halifax, NS B3J 2W5 Efficiency Nova Scotia Corp BMO Building, Suite 602 5151 George St PO Box 2144 Central Halifax, NS B3J 3B7 August 30, 2010 Nancy McNeil Regulatory Aff...
AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. and Efficiency Nova Scotia Corp. are submitting a Transition Plan to the Utility and Review Board for approval, as required by the Efficiency Nova Scotia Corporation Act. The plan outlines the transition of electricity demand-side management programs to Efficiency Nova Scotia Corp. and includes collaboration with the UARB.
19 \ Prior to the Effective Date, UARB approval of the DSM Transition Plan must be 20 received. The Effective Date is a notional date, and the actual date of transfer may occur 21 several days later. 1 1.4 Transition Plan Components 2
AI summary The document outlines the requirement for UARB approval of the DSM Transition Plan prior to the Effective Date, which is a notional date. The actual transfer date may occur several days after the Effective Date.
31 detailed financial records 1 contracts and PDAs 2 Green Schools pilot 3 4 ENSC staff will work with NSPI program managers during the transition to understand 5 program objectives and become more actively involved in the program desi...
AI summary The document discusses the transition of responsibilities between ENSC and NSPI, including the review of the 2011 DSM Plan directives and NSPI's continued support as the DSM Administrator. It highlights collaboration between the two organizations in program design, implementation, and customer service.
28 6.2 DSM Cost Allocation Methodology 29 30 The DSM Cost Allocation methodology, which was approved by the UARB in its 2010 31 DSM Plan Decision and affirmed in the July 27, 2010 Decision on the 2011 DSM Plan, 1 defines the methodology to...
AI summary The DSM Cost Allocation methodology, approved by the UARB in 2010, outlines how DSM Program Costs are to be allocated for the years 2010, 2011, and 2012. NSPI is responsible for reviewing and revising the methodology, with anticipated revisions for 2013 to be filed alongside the 2013 DSM Plan.
1. Transition plan for EDSM programs from NSPI to ENSC The Act requires ENSC and NSPI to enter into a transition plan (the Plan), which must be approved by the UARB (section 42 of the Act). As per section 41 of the Act, the Plan must addre...
AI summary The Act mandates the creation of a transition plan for EDSM programs from NSPI to ENSC, requiring approval by the UARB. The plan must address ongoing programs, funding transfer, information sharing, and accountability during the transition.
Schedule: Initial meeting of Transition Committee June 23, 2010 Finalize Terms of Reference with input from NSPI, ENSC and UARB staff and/or consultants July 6, 2010 Confirm outline of the contents of the transition plan report July 9, 201...
AI summary This schedule outlines the timeline and key activities for the Transition Committee, including meetings, report preparation, and feedback sessions, with involvement from NSPI, ENSC, and UARB.
05508Redacted DSM Assignment Agreement
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ARTICLE 5 DISPUTE RESOLUTION
AI summary This section outlines the procedures for resolving disputes within the regulatory framework, focusing on mechanisms and processes established by the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board.
6.4 Notices Any notice, demand, request, consent or approval must be in writing and either: - 6.4.1 personally delivered; or - 6.4.2 sent by facsimile, e-mail or functionally equivalent electronic means of communication, charges (if any) p...
AI summary Section 6.4 outlines the requirements for delivering notices, demands, requests, consents, or approvals in writing, specifying delivery methods, addresses, and rules for determining when such communications are deemed received. It identifies contact details for Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSPI) and Efficiency Nova Scotia Corporation (ENSC).
6.6 Public Notice All public notices to third parties and all other announcements, press releases and publicity concerning this Agreement and/or the transactions contemplated by this Agreement must be jointly planned and co-ordinated by NS...
AI summary This section outlines the requirement for NSPI and ENSC to jointly plan and coordinate all public notices and announcements related to the Agreement. Neither party may act unilaterally without the other's prior consent, except in cases where disclosure is required by securities laws or for internal communication with the party's board and advisors.
05509Redacted DSM Services Agreement
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3. NSPI OBLIGATIONS - 3.1 NSPI agrees to provide the Services to ENSC for the following periods of time: - 3.1.1 Unless otherwise specified in Schedule A or unless otherwise agreed, the Transition Services will only be provided by NSPI dur...
AI summary NSPI agrees to provide various services to ENSC, including transition, discretionary, and non-discretionary services, with specific terms and timelines. NSPI is also responsible for developing a services manual, complying with privacy laws, and working with ENSC on DSM program cost recovery methodologies for UARB approval.
10. DISPUTE RESOLUTION - 10.1 In the event of a dispute in connection with or arising from this Agreement, a senior officer of NSPI and a senior officer of ENSC shall promptly meet to discuss and resolve the dispute and the Parties shall h...
AI summary This section outlines the dispute resolution process between NSPI and ENSC, including initial discussions by senior officers, arbitration under the Commercial Arbitration Act of Nova Scotia, and rules governing the arbitration process such as language, location, and cost-sharing.
SCHEDULE C DISCRETIONARY SERVICES AND FEES
AI summary This section outlines discretionary services and fees related to utility operations, likely including cost recovery mechanisms and regulatory considerations.