Topic:"Regulatory Approval Processes" in M10504

Canada's Net Zero 2035 Electricity System Target - At the November 2021 COP26 conference, Canada announced a commitment to achieve a net-zero emissions electricity sector by 2035. - Further information on the policy framework for this targ...

AI summary Canada committed at COP26 to a net-zero electricity sector by 2035. NS Power's 2020 IRP used a 0.5MT CO2e annual emissions cap (95% below 2005 levels) as a net-zero framework. In 2022, NS Power will explore resource plans under similar modeling constraints, pending further guidance from Environment and Climate Change Canada.

Trenton 5 Retirement Plan Part 3a of the Thermal Plant Retirement item is: Develop a plan for the retirement and replacement of Trenton 5, targeting 2023, while identifying required replacement capacity and energy in parallel. Begin decomm...

AI summary The Trenton 5 Retirement Plan outlines steps for retiring the Trenton 5 thermal plant by 2023, developing replacement capacity, decommissioning studies for other coal assets, and creating a coal retirement plan with community and employee engagement, requiring regulatory approval.

Re: 2022 Evergreen IRP Study Scope and Timeline On April 6, 2022, Nova Scotia Power Inc. ("NSPI") presented its IRP Action Plan Update and 2022 Evergreen IRP Study Proposed Scope and Timeline to stakeholders. Please accept the following br...

AI summary Port Hawkesbury Paper LP (PHP) supports Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s (NSPI) proposed 2022 Evergreen IRP Study updates but criticizes the lack of specific dates in the timeline. PHP argues that firm dates would improve stakeholder clarity and prevent delays, citing unresolved questions about GHG policies and import status.

Planning Environment Changes Clean Electricity Regulation (CER) Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) has announced its intention to develop a Clean Electricity Regulation (CER) designed to achieve Net Zero GHGemissionsforthe electr...

AI summary Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) plans a Clean Electricity Regulation (CER) to achieve net-zero electricity sector emissions by 2035. NS Power engaged with ECCC on stakeholder input, emphasizing reliability, affordability, and GHG credit frameworks. ECCC's proposed CER under CEPA sets 2035 performance standards, with NS Power anticipating ongoing stakeholder engagement on modeling outcomes.

Fast Acting Generation - BESS IRP Action Plan Item 3c A Battery Energy Storage Project (200MW) was included in the 2022 ACE plan for subsequent submittal. Progress on the Battery Storage (200MW) projectincluded: - RFP for equipment supply...

AI summary The 200MW BESS project, initially part of the 2022 ACE plan, has been paused due to Bill 212. Progress included RFP, site selection, and feasibility studies. It's now classified as a transmission asset.

Item 1a: Reliability Tie Continue to develop the Reliability Tie via an appropriate regulatory process with target in-service date of 2028.

AI summary The proceeding recommends continuing the development of the Reliability Tie through a regulatory process, with a target in-service date of 2028. This emphasizes the importance of system reliability and long-term infrastructure planning.

M08929 – Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) – IRP Action Plan (P-884) NS Power filed its Integrated Resource Action Plan Update on January 21, 2021. It noted that stakeholders were scheduled to participate in an engagement session on Februa...

AI summary NS Power submitted an Integrated Resource Action Plan Update in 2021, with a stakeholder engagement session adjourned in 2022. The Board awaits rescheduling and intervenor comments. The assigned panel includes Roland A. Deveau (Vice Chair) and Steven M. Murphy (Member), with Crystal Henwood as Regulatory Affairs Officer.

March 16, 2022 Crystal Henwood Regulatory Affairs Officer/Clerk Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board 1601 Lower Water Street, 3rd Floor P.O. Box 1692, Unit "M" Halifax, NS B3J 3S3 Re: M08929 – Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) – IRP Action...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) reschedules its stakeholder session for the IRP Action Plan (P-884) to April 6, 2022, as per a letter from Brian Curry to the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board's Crystal Henwood, referencing matter M08929.

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AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) was directed by the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board to submit its draft 2022 Study Scope by April 29, 2022, following stakeholder engagement on its Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) Action Plan Update. The Board requested a summary of stakeholder comments and NS Power's responses.

July 18, 2022 Brian Curry [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) Director, Regulatory Affairs Nova Scotia Power Inc. 1223 Lr. Water Street Halifax, NS B3J 3S8 Dear Mr. Curry: M10504 – Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) – IR...

AI summary NS Power updates the Board on progress with the Evergreen Integrated Resource Plan (IRP), including revised study scope, stakeholder feedback, and timeline adjustments. The Board acknowledges the process, emphasizes continued stakeholder input, and notes ongoing consultant involvement.

ngaged in this process. The Board panel assigned to this matter, Roland A. Deveau, Q.C., Vice Chair and Steven M. Murphy, MBA, P.Eng., Member, looks forward to continued update reports from NS Power. The Board directs the filing of a furth...

AI summary The Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSURB) panel, led by Roland A. Deveau and Steven M. Murphy, has directed Nova Scotia Power (NSP) to submit a further report by October 31, 2022. The proceeding involves ongoing regulatory oversight of NSP's activities, with updates expected from the utility.

October 31, 2022 Ms. Crystal Henwood Regulatory Affairs Officer/Clerk Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board 1601 Lower Water Street, 3rd Floor P.O. Box 1692, Unit "M" Halifax, NS B3J 3S3 Re: M10504 - IRP Evergreen Update (P-884) Dear Ms. He...

AI summary The Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) directed Nova Scotia Power Incorporated (NS Power) to submit an updated report on the Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) Evergreen process by October 31, 2022. The timeline for stakeholder engagement and modeling results was adjusted, with draft results to be reviewed in October. The Board emphasized stakeholder involvement and continued engagement of consultants Synapse and Bates White.