N-1Distributed Energy Resource Integration Roadmap Cover Letter and Attachments
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June 30, 2026 Crystal Henwood Clerk of the Board Nova Scotia Energy Board 1601 Lower Water Street, 3rd Floor Halifax, NS B3J 3S3 Re: M12177 – Nova Scotia Power Inc. – Smart Grid Nova Scotia - Final Report Decision Directive – Distributed E...
AI summary The letter outlines key developments in Nova Scotia's electricity sector since the direction was issued to NS Power to develop a DERIR. These include the establishment of the Nova Scotia Energy Board, the creation of the IESO-NS, and ongoing proceedings related to DSM plans and the IRP. These changes impact DER integration and are shaping the regulatory framework.
TABLE 1: DERIR PILLAR, STRATEGY, AND INITIATIVE PRIORITIZATION PILLAR 1: PLANNING FOR DERS STRATEGY INITIATIVE PRIORITY 1.1 Stakeholder 1.1.1 Governance Model FOUNDATIONAL Coordination 1.1.2 Stakeholder Coordination Framework FOUNDATIONAL...
AI summary The table outlines the DERIR (Distributed Energy Resources Integration Roadmap) pillars, strategies, and initiatives for integrating DERS (Distributed Energy Resources) in Nova Scotia. It emphasizes foundational and evolving strategies across planning, enabling, and integrating pillars, including governance, customer engagement, DER valuation, and grid modernization.
Qualitative Assessment Criteria Assessment Rationale Jurisdiction Examples The State of New York Public Service Commission (NYPSC) established a Benefit-Cost Analysis Framework (BCA Order), which requires New York Joint Utilities to use th...
AI summary The document discusses the use of Benefit-Cost Analysis (BCA) frameworks by regulatory bodies such as the New York Public Service Commission (NYPSC) and the Michigan Public Services Commission (MPSC) to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of energy projects and programs. It highlights the development of standardized tools like the Societal Cost Test (SCT) and Jurisdiction-Specific Test (JST) for assessing Distributed Energy Resources (DER) initiatives.
Overview This strategy does not propose bypassing established legislative and regulatory processes. Instead, it recognizes that as the electricity system and DER landscape evolve, policy and regulatory frameworks in Nova Scotia may also ne...
AI summary This strategy emphasizes the need for regulatory adaptation to support DER innovation and flexible utility planning. Stakeholders stress the importance of regulatory oversight at all stages, express concerns about delays from slow processes, and raise questions about alignment with ongoing NSEB proceedings and affordability.
Qualitative Assessment Criteria Assessment Rationale Description This initiative involves reviewing the existing regulatory structure and identifying gaps or where clarity is needed to support or allow for the deployment of DER strategies...
AI summary The initiative aims to review and enhance the regulatory structure in Nova Scotia to support the deployment of distributed energy resources (DER). It highlights the need for regulatory or legislative changes, such as implementing a regulatory sandbox, to accommodate evolving DER capabilities and market functions.
Innovation - Planning Risks: Planning processes are adapting to account for risk and uncertainty associated with when, where, and how many DERs will show up on a utility system. This includes scenario analysis, flexible signpost-based stra...
AI summary The text discusses innovation in utility systems, emphasizing planning, technology, and regulatory risks. It highlights the use of innovation funds, regulatory sandboxes, and pilot frameworks to support the integration of distributed energy resources (DERs) and test emerging technologies and strategies.
100339Letter re: Distributed Energy Resource Integration Roadmap Update
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December 17, 2025 Crystal Henwood Clerk of the Board Nova Scotia Energy Board 1601 Lower Water Street, 3rd Floor Halifax, NS B3J 3S3 Re: M12177 – Distributed Energy Resource Integration Roadmap Dear Ms. Henwood: Nova Scotia Power Inc (NS P...
AI summary NS Power has updated the Nova Scotia Energy Board on the progress of the Distributed Energy Resource Integration Roadmap (DERIR), indicating a delay in submission from before year-end 2025 to Q1 2026. This delay is due to ongoing stakeholder engagement and consultation with Dunsky Energy + Climate Advisors. The DERIR framework, jurisdictional scan, and engagement plan have been completed, and stakeholder consultation has begun.
s issues raised. Based on the feedback received, it has become clear that more detail on DERIR initiatives is required to support meaningful input and engagement that is critical in shaping the DERIR. Accordingly, Dunsky has proposed to de...
AI summary Dunsky has proposed additional stakeholder engagement and detailed materials for a third workshop on the DERIR, following feedback received. The DERIR will focus on initiatives and timelines, aiming to align stakeholders and serve as a communication tool for coordination and progress monitoring.
he main purposes of the DERIR are to align stakeholders around shared goals, priorities and timelines, clarify the path forward, and be a communication tool to coordinate efforts and monitor progress. Following the submission and considera...
AI summary The DERIR aims to align stakeholders on goals, priorities, and timelines for DER integration. It will serve as a communication tool to coordinate efforts and monitor progress. Further implementation planning is expected after the DERIR's submission by March 31, 2026. NS Power supports this approach, emphasizing the need for comprehensive stakeholder engagement and analysis.