Topic:"Regulatory Approval Processes" in M12661

1.0 INTRODUCTION - Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power, Company) is applying to the Nova Scotia Energy Board - (NSEB, Board) for approval of the Extra Large Industrial Dispatchable (ELID) Tariff, an above- - the-line (ATL) tariff available to...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) seeks approval for the Extra Large Industrial Dispatchable (ELID) Tariff to serve Port Hawkesbury Paper LP (PHP), replacing the expiring ELIADC Tariff. The ELID Tariff includes a Dispatchable Rider (DR) to manage PHP's load flexibility, with a Customer Charge for cost recovery. The application references the 2026-2027 General Rate Application (M12451) and its Settlement Agreement.

2.0 TARIFF COMPONENTS Key elements of the ELID Tariff, provided as Attachment 1 to this Application, include the following: • Customer Charge • Demand Charge • Energy Charge • Interruptible Service • Dispatchable Rider • Other Applicable R...

AI summary The ELID Tariff's Customer Charge recovers costs for dispatch services and tariff administration, including tasks like operating procedure development, PHP engagement, and real-time load optimization. The proposed $10,000 monthly charge for 2026-2027 is based on staff and software costs, with future GRA proceedings determining the final rate.

2.3 Energy Charge - The Energy Charge under the ELID Tariff will apply to all energy supplied to PHP in excess of - the Subject Energy Amount1F 2 deemed to be provided pursuant to the Power Sales Agreement issued - under Section 4AA (now S...

AI summary The Energy Charge under the ELID Tariff applies to PHP's energy consumption beyond the Subject Energy Amount, with proposed rates of 9.977 cents/kWh (2026) and 11.240 cents/kWh (2027). These rates consider embedded costs, energy displacement from the Goose Harbour Lake Wind Farm, and are subject to ongoing court proceedings regarding PHP's liability for the Maritime Link FLG2.

Extra Large Industrial Dispatchable Tariff Application – Attachment 1

AI summary This document outlines an application for an Extra Large Industrial Dispatchable (ELID) Tariff, potentially involving cost recovery mechanisms, regulatory approval processes, and related programs. It may address rate design, energy efficiency initiatives, and compliance with Nova Scotia energy regulations.

Recognizing that the Customer demand will be determined by the Company and the Customer working collaboratively to actively manage the Customer's demand in response to system load conditions, particularly during peak periods, and to reduce...

AI summary The text outlines how customer demand will be collaboratively managed with the company to reduce costs during peak periods. The monthly demand charge is set through regulatory proceedings and remains constant until revised by the Board.

WHEREAS - A. Nova Scotia Power ("NS Power"), along with the Consumer Advocate ("CA"), Small Business Advocate ("SBA"), counsel for the Industrial Group, representing CKF Inc., Crown Fibre Tube Inc., Irving Shipbuilding Inc., K + S Windsor...

AI summary NS Power and customer representatives (including advocates, industrial groups, and municipal utilities) collaborated on a 2026-2027 GRA through meetings, information sharing, technical conferences, and settlement discussions. The process involved standardized filings and expert consultant support, aiming to resolve the GRA on agreed terms.

2026-2027 General Rate Application Settlement Agreement Extra Large Industrial Dispatchable Tariff Application – Attachment 4 Page 2 of 21 - 1. The Parties have reached agreement on the outcomes that will result from the 2026- 2027 GRA as...

AI summary The Parties agree on the 2026-2027 GRA outcomes outlined in Schedule A, with NS Power to file the GRA with NSEB consistent with the Settlement Agreement. Customer Representatives may request information if the GRA deviates from the agreement. A Pre-GRA Letter detailing the collaborative process will be filed prior to GRA submission.

2026-2027 General Rate Application Settlement Agreement

AI summary This document outlines the 2026-2027 General Rate Application Settlement Agreement, which pertains to the rate-setting process and financial arrangements for utility services in Nova Scotia.

All of which is hereby agreed to by the Parties effective as of the ____ day of August, 2025. CONSUMER ADVOCATE SMALL BUSINESS ADVOCATE Melisse II Per: Per: MELISSA P. MACADAM INDUSTRIAL GROUP NOVA SCOTIA POWER INC. Per: Per: PORT HAWKESBU...

AI summary This document outlines a settlement agreement for the 2026-2027 General Rate Application, specifically addressing the Extra Large Industrial Dispatchable Tariff Application. It includes parties involved and is effective as of August 2025.

2026-2027 General Rate Application Settlement Agreement

AI summary This document outlines the 2026-2027 General Rate Application Settlement Agreement, which pertains to the regulatory process and rates and money matters in Nova Scotia.

2026-2027 General Rate Application Settlement Agreement

AI summary The document outlines the 2026-2027 General Rate Application Settlement Agreement, which pertains to the regulatory process for setting electricity rates in Nova Scotia.

2026-2027 General Rate Application Settlement Agreement Extra Large Industrial Dispatchable Tariff Application – Attachment 4 Page 10 of 21 GRA Element Settlement Terms Cost of Service ("COS") a) The COS as set out in the Draft GRA will be...

AI summary The 2026-2027 General Rate Application Settlement Agreement outlines the inclusion of the Cost of Service (COS) in the GRA, subject to future proceedings. Key points include the use of the Minimum System methodology, data collection on PHP's use of the High Voltage transmission system, and the apportionment of assessment costs from the Maritime Link.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF FRANCHISE HOLDER It is the responsibility of the holder of the electric efficiency and conservation franchise granted under Section 79C of the Public Utilities Act (Franchise Holder) to apply to the Nova Scotia Utility...

AI summary The Franchise Holder must apply to NSUAREB for approval of all DSM activities, plans, and programs, including itemizing related costs. NS Power is required to seek annual approval for DSM Cost Recovery Rider amounts by October 1 and remit monthly payments to fund approved DSM costs.

1 Q WHAT DO YOU RECOMMEND THIS BOARD APPROVE AS THE APPROPRIATE

AI summary The document presents a question asking the Nova Scotia Energy Board to recommend an appropriate approval, likely related to a regulatory proceeding. The content is minimal, focusing on the Board's potential decision-making role.

Testimony and Regulatory Litigation Support Mr. Fitzhenry has provided expert testimony in utility regulatory proceedings before state commissions in connection with rate cases and various other utility matters. In addition, Mr. Fitzhenry...

AI summary Mr. Fitzhenry has testified in utility regulatory proceedings on topics including capital expenditure prudency, net power cost, multi-year rate plans, and service reliability. He has collaborated with outside counsel on litigation strategies for rate proceedings, including testimony development and legal brief preparation.

6 Q. If the Board approves the proposed Above-the-Line Tariff as filed by NS 7 Power without addressing the areas of concern noted by PHP, how will PHP 8 proceed? 9 10 Unless PHP's areas of concern are addressed by the Board in a satisfact...

AI summary PHP will likely refuse to accept service under the ELID tariff if the Board approves the Above-the-Line Tariff without addressing PHP's concerns, necessitating the development of a below-the-line tariff with NS Power to meet the mill's needs.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-1: 2 3 Please refer to Exhibit N-1, section 2.1 and Attachment 3. 4 5 (a) Why did NSPI select the "low range" of costs as the basis for calculating the Customer 6 Charge? 7 8 (b) If the actual costs to adminis...

AI summary NSPI explains its use of a conservative 'low range' cost estimate for the ELID Tariff Customer Charge, citing high-level forecasts and pending Board approval. The charge will be set via General Rate Applications (GRA), not adjusted to actual results, with future refinements dependent on Board approval and data availability.

NSPI Responses to BW Information Requests

AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSPI) is responding to information requests from BW within a regulatory proceeding, likely related to rate applications or compliance matters. The context suggests ongoing regulatory scrutiny of NSPI's operations, programs, or financial practices.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Response IR-3: 2 3 (a-c, e-f) Please refer to BW IR-2. 4 5 (d) Yes, please refer to CA IR-9. Date Filed: April 10, 2026 NSPI (BW) IR-3 Page 2 of 2

AI summary The document contains a response to IR-3, referencing BW IR-2 and CA IR-9. Filed by NSPI on April 10, 2026, it includes procedural acknowledgments without detailed arguments or analysis.

NSPI Responses to CA Information Requests

AI summary This document outlines NSPI's responses to information requests from the Nova Scotia Energy Board (NSEB) as part of a regulatory proceeding. It provides details on various aspects of NSPI's operations and compliance with regulatory requirements.

EXHIBIT 6 PAGE 1 OF 6 (1) TOTAL (2) (3) SMALL (4) (5) GENERAL (6) SMALL (7) MEDIUM (8) LARGE (9) (10) (11) (12) ALLOCATION (10) OPER. & MAINT HYDRO (11) OPER. & MAINT WIND 2,092 7,450 1,383 4,926 73 261 380 1,353 44 155 40 142 46 164 78 27...

AI summary This exhibit presents a detailed breakdown of operational and maintenance costs across various energy generation and transmission categories, including hydro, wind, biomass, and others, along with depreciation and interest expenses. It also includes allocations related to demand-side management and regulatory affairs.

REDACTED ELID Tariff CA IR-2 Attachment 2 Page 40 of 94 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) EXHIBIT 6 PAGE 4 OF 6

AI summary The document is a redacted section of a regulatory proceeding related to the ELID Tariff CA IR-2, including Exhibit 6, Page 4 of 6. Key details are confidential and removed.

REDACTED ELID Tariff CA IR-2 Attachment 2 Page 46 of 94 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) EXHIBIT 6D Page 1 of 2

AI summary The document is an exhibit (6D) from a Nova Scotia regulatory proceeding related to the ELID Tariff CA IR-2. The content is redacted, with confidentiality notices indicating sensitive information has been removed. The exhibit is part of a larger attachment (Page 46 of 94) in a proceeding involving NSPI and other regulatory matters.

Application for Approval of an Above-the-Line Tariff applicable to Port Hawkesbury Paper (NSEB M12661) NSPI Responses to CA Information Requests

AI summary The document involves an application for the approval of an Above-the-Line Tariff for Port Hawkesbury Paper, along with NSPI's responses to information requests from the Commission. The content pertains to regulatory processes and tariff design.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-3: 2 3 (a) Please provide a summary table showing allocated costs and rates for PHP and all 4 other ATL classes for 2026 and 2027 in these three scenarios: 5 6 (i) NSPI's proposed ELID Tariff as filed; 7 8 (ii...

AI summary The document outlines a request (IR-3) for a comparison of allocated costs and rates for Port Hawkesbury Paper (PHP) under three tariff scenarios (NSPI's ELID Tariff, PHP's modified ELID, and continued BTL tariff) for 2026-2027. It also asks for quantification of implications on NSPI's PHP deferral account balance, with a response noting a $25.2M and $12.8M cost differential in 2026 and 2027 respectively.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 (iii) Please refer to M12451 Undertaking U-2 which provides the effect of PHP as a 2 below-the-line customer in 2026. Please refer to NSEB IR-6. Date Filed: April 10, 2026 NSPI (CA) IR-3 Page 2 of 2 Application for Appro...

AI summary The document references an application for approval of an Above-the-Line Tariff for Port Hawkesbury Paper (PHP) and cites Undertaking U-2 and NSEB IR-6. It also notes the filing date and page reference for NSPI's responses to information requests.

NSPI Responses to CA Information Requests

AI summary The document outlines NSPI's responses to information requests from the Commission for the Environment (CA). It provides details on various aspects of NSPI's operations, including financial data, regulatory compliance, and program initiatives.

Application for Approval of an Above-the-Line Tariff applicable to Port Hawkesbury Paper (NSEB M12661) NSPI Responses to CA Information Requests

AI summary The document outlines an application for approval of an Above-the-Line Tariff for Port Hawkesbury Paper and includes NSPI's responses to information requests from the Commission for the Environment. The proceeding involves regulatory approval processes and tariff design.

Application for Approval of an Above-the-Line Tariff applicable to Port Hawkesbury Paper (NSEB M12661) NSPI Responses to CA Information Requests

AI summary The document outlines an application for the approval of an Above-the-Line Tariff for Port Hawkesbury Paper, along with NSPI's responses to information requests from the Commission for the Environment.

Application for Approval of an Above-the-Line Tariff applicable to Port Hawkesbury Paper (NSEB M12661) NSPI Responses to CA Information Requests

AI summary This document pertains to an application for the approval of an Above-the-Line Tariff for Port Hawkesbury Paper, along with NSPI's responses to information requests from the Commission for the Environment.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 levels. Subject to the Board's approval of the Tariff and implementation of the PHP 2 Deferral as approved by the Board, subject to the final Board Order, in the 2026-2027 3 General Rate Application (M12451), revenue var...

AI summary The text references a General Rate Application (M12451) and the deferral of revenue variances between settlement agreement assumptions and actual results. It notes that deferral is subject to the Board's final approval of the Tariff and implementation of the PHP (likely a program or mechanism).

REDACTED (Attachment Only) 1 (a) Please refer to the following: ( 6) MEDIUM INDUSTRIAL 4 68 63 $34.9 $22.1 $57.0 468 63 $34.9 $22.1 $57.0 0 0 0.0% 6 0.0% $0.0 $0.0 $0.0 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% ( 7) LARGE INDUSTRIAL 7 22 82 $54.0 $19.0 $72.9 722 82...

AI summary The document contains a table with data related to different customer categories, including medium industrial, large industrial, PHP, municipal, and unmetered, with various costs and figures. It also includes references to matter numbers and other procedural items related to regulatory proceedings.

DETAILED LISTING OF C.O.S.S. INPUT INFORMATION (160) METER DATA SERVICES 440.3 1.6% 638,831 (161) SMART METER OPERATIONS CENTER (SMOC) 1,189.1 4.2% 1,725,124 (162) METER SERVICES - FIELD 1,427.2 5.0% 2,070,655 (163) ELECTRICAL WIRING INSPE...

AI summary The document provides a detailed listing of input information for the Cost of Service Study (C.O.S.S.), including meter data services, smart meter operations, meter services, electrical wiring inspections, and regulatory affairs expenses. The table outlines various costs, percentages, and financial figures for different departments and years.

FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2027 (IN THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS) (1) TOTAL DMD.RELATED (2) TOTAL ENG.RELATED (3) UNIT COST ENG.RELATED (4) TOTAL CUST.RELATED (5) TOTAL OPER. (6) TOTAL RATE (7) % REVENUE VARIANCE CALC (174) ELECTRICAL WIRING...

AI summary The document presents financial data related to electrical wiring inspections, meter services, bad debt expenses, customer service, regulatory affairs, and other operational costs for the year ending December 31, 2027. It includes figures for various categories such as total costs, unit costs, and revenue percentages.

-1A (13) OPER. & MAINT OTHER CT's 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 E-1A (14) OPER. & MAINT GENERATION BATTERIES 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 E-1A (15) OPER. & MAINT RADIAL TO GENERATION TRANS. 1,549 774 52 328 52 38 64 99 114 18 11 E-1A (16) DSM 0 See DSM A...

AI summary The document presents financial data for Nova Scotia Power, including operational and maintenance costs, depreciation, interest, taxes, and revenue from steam and ash sales. It also includes figures related to demand-side management (DSM) and regulatory affairs expenses.

FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2026 (1) TOTAL EXPENSES (2) PROD. EXPENSES (3) TRANS. EXPENSES (4) DIST. (5) RETAIL EXPENSES EXPENSES EXPENSES ALLOCATOR (6) DIRECT (7) (23) EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT 1,274 534 1,808.4 0.705 1,338 134 309 28 1,8...

AI summary The document presents a detailed breakdown of expenses for various departments and functions for the year ending December 31, 2026, including executive management, legal services, external relations, regulatory affairs, finance, and procurement. It outlines total expenses, production expenses, transmission expenses, and other financial allocations.

REVENUE TO EXPENSE COMPARISON (1) TOTAL DMD.RELATED (2) TOTAL ENG.RELATED (3) UNIT COST ENG.RELATED (4) TOTAL CUST.RELATED (5) TOTAL OPER. (6) TOTAL RATE (7) % REVENUE VARIANCE CALC (148) CUSTOMER SERVICE EXPERIENCE (149) CUSTOMER SOLUTION...

AI summary The document presents a revenue to expense comparison table, focusing on customer service, operations, and regulatory affairs. It details various costs associated with customer service, billing, meter services, and regulatory expenses, including total expenses and percentages of revenue.

0 1,162 26,729 466 (28) (29) (30) OTHER OPERATING (31) (32) CORPORATE GROUPS: (33) EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT 1,808.4 1,290 133 307 28 51 (34) CORP. SECRETARY & INSURANCE 11,405.2 7,763 1,716 1,033 568 324 (35) LEGAL SERVICES 5,043.0 3,598 370 8...

AI summary The document presents financial data related to Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s operating expenses, including corporate groups, generation services, and depreciation across various energy sources. It includes figures for legal services, regulatory affairs, and other administrative expenses.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-14: 2 3 Reference: N-1, ELID Application, page 9 – Priority Interruptible Credit. 4 5 (a) Please provide all workpapers, calculations, and analysis supporting the value of 6 $0.764/kVA and $0.767/kVA as the pr...

AI summary The request seeks clarification on the basis for the priority interruptible credit ($0.764/kVA and $0.767/kVA) and whether it is derived from actual avoided costs or a policy-based 10% uplift over the standard LIIR credit. The response directs to specific filings (M12451, SBA IR-2, and IG IR-13) for detailed calculations and historical context.

NSPI Responses to Industrial Group Information Requests 1 Request IR-18: 1 (iv) Does this mean no increased exposure to FAM costs? 2 3 (e) Please provide all quantitative analyses, models or simulations that demonstrate that 4 ATL customer...

AI summary NSPI responds to an inquiry about whether ATL customers are protected from increased FAM costs. NSPI states it cannot estimate the DR credit for 2026 and 2027, as it depends on multiple factors. It also mentions plans to revise the FAM Plan of Administration pending the Board's approval of the ELID Tariff.

NSPI Responses to NSEB Information Requests 1 Request IR-1: 2 3 On page 7, NS Power stated: 4 5 6 7 8 The ultimate energy charges are also subject to change based on the outcome of the ongoing Court proceedings regarding PHP's responsibili...

AI summary NSPI responded to NSEB's information request regarding the status of a court proceeding involving PHP's appeal of the Board's decisions in M12004 and M11902. The appeal was dismissed by the Nova Scotia Court of Appeal, and it is unclear if PHP will proceed with a judicial review application.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 It is expected this analysis will, at least initially, be undertaken by NS Power. However, it 2 may be the work will be joined, or assumed, by the Nova Scotia Independent Energy 3 System Operator. Date Filed: April 10, 2...

AI summary The analysis of the proceeding is initially expected to be conducted by NS Power, with the possibility of the Nova Scotia Independent Energy System Operator taking over the work. The document was filed on April 10, 2026, as NSPI (NSEB) IR-2 Page 4 of 4.

NSPI Responses to SBA Information Requests 1 (b) The 8 MW firm subscription is prescribed in the Settlement Agreement for the development 2 of the PHP ATL Tariff. The firm load of 8 MW is estimated based on historic hourly 3 minimum loads...

AI summary NSPI outlines the 8 MW firm subscription for PHP based on the Settlement Agreement and historic load data. It notes that PHP's demand can vary between 8 MW and 15 MW depending on operations at the PHB generating facility. The document also discusses the need to determine a fair PHP coincident peak demand assumption for cost of service purposes, referencing the Settlement Agreement and future regulatory processes.

Application for Approval of an Above-the-Line Tariff applicable to Port Hawkesbury Paper (NSEB M12661) NSPI Responses to SBA Information Requests

AI summary This document pertains to an application for approval of an Above-the-Line Tariff for Port Hawkesbury Paper, along with NSPI's responses to information requests by the SBA. The content outlines the regulatory process and tariff-related considerations.

NSPI Responses to Synapse Energy Economics, Inc. Information Requests 1 Request IR-1: 8 please refer to SR-01 Attachment 3 (Exhibit N-91-(i)); 9 • For 2026 BCF, SR-01 Attachment 5 (Exhibit N-91-(i)); and 10 • For 2027 BCF, SR-01 Attachment...

AI summary NSPI provides responses to information requests from Synapse Energy Economics, Inc., referencing various exhibits and filings related to the 2026 BCF, 2027 BCF, and the COSS methodology. The consultative review of COSS was conducted as directed by the NSEB and led to changes in the COSS as part of the 2026/2027 General Rate Application. The Board's decision was issued in March 2026, and a compliance filing was submitted in April 2026.

Response IR-23: (a) The existing order of interruptibility by rate class was established through regulatory proceedings which gave rise to various interruptible service rates over the last few decades. The priority interruptible status of...

AI summary The document explains the historical basis for interruptible service rate prioritization, noting that the ELID Tariff's second position reflects longstanding practices accommodating large pulp and paper operations. It references regulatory proceedings and specific tariff structures, with GRLF load interruption prioritization detailed in IG IR-25 part (a).

REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) Application for Approval of an Above-the-Line Tariff applicable to Port Hawkesbury Paper (NSEB M12661) NSPI Responses to Synapse Energy Economics, Inc. Information Requests

AI summary The document outlines an application for approval of an above-the-line tariff for Port Hawkesbury Paper (NSEB M12661) and NSPI's responses to information requests from Synapse Energy Economics, Inc. The proceeding involves regulatory approval processes and compliance with information disclosure requirements.

NOVA SCOTIA POWER INC.

AI summary The document pertains to Nova Scotia Power Inc., a utility company involved in regulatory proceedings. It includes acronyms and contextual information relevant to energy management, pricing, and regulatory frameworks in Nova Scotia.

REDACTED ELID Tariff Synapse IR-30 Attachment 1 Page 45 of 96 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) EXHIBIT 6A

AI summary A redacted exhibit from a Nova Scotia regulatory proceeding related to the ELID Tariff and Interruptible Rider 30 (IR-30), involving Synapse Energy Economics and Nova Scotia Power Inc. The document is part of a broader regulatory filing and includes confidential information removed.

NOVA SCOTIA POWER INC.

AI summary The document pertains to Nova Scotia Power Inc., a utility company involved in regulatory proceedings. It includes acronyms and contextual information relevant to energy management, pricing, and regulatory frameworks in Nova Scotia.

NOVA SCOTIA POWER INC.

AI summary The document pertains to Nova Scotia Power Inc., a utility company involved in regulatory proceedings. It includes acronyms and contextual information relevant to energy management, pricing, and regulatory frameworks in Nova Scotia.

REDACTED ELID Tariff Synapse IR-30 Attachment 1 Page 84 of 96 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) EXHIBIT 9C Page 2 of 3 NOVA SCOTIA POWER INC.

AI summary A redacted exhibit from a Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSPI) regulatory proceeding related to the ELID Tariff and Synapse IR-30 Attachment 1. The document is part of a larger submission involving rate design and regulatory approval processes.

REDACTED ELID Tariff Synapse IR-30 Attachment 1 Page 91 of 96 REDACTED (CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REMOVED) Line # AVERAGE RATE BASE RATE BASE 2025 RATE BASE 2026 (155) Total (156) (157) REVENUE OPERATIONS (158) BILLING SERVICES & PAYMENTS (...

AI summary The document presents a table with line items related to revenue operations, meter data services, electrical wiring inspections, and customer service, including average rate base figures for 2025 and 2026. It also includes details on regulatory affairs expenses and other costs associated with these operations.

(IN THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS) NOVA SCOTIA POWER INC. DETAILED LISTING OF C.O.S.S. INPUT INFORMATION FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2026

AI summary This document presents a detailed listing of input information for Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s Cost of Service Study (COSS) for 2026, including financial data and cost components relevant to regulatory proceedings. It outlines various riders, charges, and adjustments, reflecting the utility's operational and financial structure under Nova Scotia's regulatory framework.

NOVA SCOTIA POWER INC.

AI summary The document pertains to Nova Scotia Power Inc., a utility company involved in regulatory proceedings. It includes acronyms and contextual information relevant to energy management, pricing, and regulatory frameworks in Nova Scotia.

NOVA SCOTIA POWER INC. DETAILED LISTING OF C.O.S.S. INPUT INFORMATION FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2027 (IN THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS) (148) OVERHEAD LINES 58,912.8 0 100% (149) UNDERGROUND LINES 589.0 (150) LINE TRANSFORMERS 0.0 (151) METE...

AI summary The document presents a detailed listing of Cost of Service Study (COSS) input information for Nova Scotia Power Inc. for the year ending December 31, 2027. It includes various categories such as overhead and underground lines, distribution, customer service, revenue operations, and regulatory affairs, with associated costs and percentages.

NOVA SCOTIA ENERGY BOARD IN THE MATTER OF: The Public Utilities Act, R.S.N.S. 1989, c.380, as amended - and - IN THE MATTER OF: An Application by NOVA SCOTIA POWER INCORPORATED for approval of an Extra Large Industrial Dispatchable Above-t...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. has applied for approval of an Extra Large Industrial Dispatchable Above-the-Line Tariff for Port Hawkesbury Paper under the Public Utilities Act. The application seeks regulatory approval for a specialized tariff structure applicable to industrial energy use.

ult in the allocation of firm resource capacity costs to PHP for its interruptible service demand. See also Exhibit N-2, evidence of Brubaker and Associates, Inc., page 17, line 1 to page 18, line 4. Request IR-5: In their evidence, PHP st...

AI summary PHP argues the proposed ELID tariff misallocates capacity costs and fails to reflect cost causation, requiring modifications to align with its 8 MW demand and avoid subsidizing other customer classes. PHP may seek a below-the-line tariff with NSP if concerns remain unaddressed, citing inconsistencies with the 2026-2027 GRA settlement agreement.

Response IR-6: PHP acknowledges that there are differences between its proposed modifications to the as-filed ELID tariff and the modeling included as part of the GRA Settlement Agreement. However, the possibility of such differences arisi...

AI summary PHP acknowledges differences between its proposed ELID tariff modifications and the GRA Settlement Agreement, citing the agreement's allowance for parties to take positions during Board reviews. NS Power may seek a deferral account for revenue variances from 2026-2027 scenarios, as outlined in the Settlement Agreement. The Board's decision in Matter M12451 supports this flexibility.

[email protected] 1 Request IR-1: 2 3 Reference: N-1, ELID Application, page 3. 4 5 6 Preamble: NSPI's Application states that "[t]he Tariff costing and billing parameters are applied as noted in the Settlement Agreement (SA)...

AI summary The document requests confirmation from PHP regarding the consistency of the ELID Tariff with the terms of the M12451 Settlement Agreement. It also asks for any departures from the agreement. PHP confirms consistency and refers to a previous response.

Response IR-1: (a) While the terms of the GRA Settlement Agreement establish the parameters for the modeling of the tariff to be included in the Application, the GRA Settlement Agreement is also clear that parties are free to take any posi...

AI summary The GRA Settlement Agreement allows parties to take positions in the Board process while requiring PHP to adopt a tariff with priority interruptibility by 2026. It also permits parties to challenge the alignment of the tariff with load characteristics in future regulatory processes.

Response IR-7: - (a) PHP cannot confirm that non-fuel energy charges consist strictly of energy-related fixed costs. Based on the System Load Factor ("SLF") methodology, generating resource costs are functionally allocated to both demand a...

AI summary PHP argues that non-fuel energy charges recover production capacity costs via the ELID energy charge, while NS Power clarifies that energy rates capture non-fuel expenses. The ELID Tariff's interruptible credit aligns with LIIR terms but differs from NS Power's standard practice. BAI questions if the ELID Tariff's demand charge and interruptible credit match their proposal, with NS Power noting discrepancies in capacity cost calculations.

Refer to M12661, Exhibit N-2, Evidence of Colin T. Fitzhenry and Michael G. Gorman on behalf of PHP, page 18, lines 5-23 and page 19, lines 1-6. specifically, the use of three coincident peak ("3-CP") and cost-causation principle guidance...

AI summary The text references a regulatory proceeding (M12661) and requests information from PHP regarding the application of NARUC guidelines on interruptible capacity, cost-causation principles, and 3-CP allocation methods. It also asks about performance obligations, penalties for non-performance, and statistical methods for allocating capacity.

2, and page 10, lines 9-22. PHP's testimony also discusses other aspects of PHP's load flexibility that are not properly being captured in the ELID tariff filing at page 12, line 5 to page 13, line 9. e) NS Power and PHP shall reflect the...

AI summary PHP argues its load flexibility is not adequately captured in the ELID tariff filing. A settlement agreement requires NS Power and PHP to propose a written tariff with priority interruptibility, effective January 1, 2026, subject to Board approval. The PHP ADC and tariff processes will allow parties to take positions on proposed modifications.

April 29, 2026 Crystal Henwood Clerk of the Board Nova Scotia Energy Board 1601 Lower Water Street, 3rd Floor Halifax, NS B3J 3S3 Re: M12661 Extra Large Industrial Dispatchable (ELID) Tariff – Technical Conference Materials and Revised Att...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power (NS Power) notified the Nova Scotia Energy Board (NSEB) of a Technical Conference on April 29, 2026, regarding the ELID Tariff. The filing deadline for evidence was extended to May 8, 2026. NS Power submitted corrected materials for Attachment 2 to IG IR-20, noting discrepancies between PHP's flat load and ADC shape, which affected cost calculations. Disagreements remain between NS Power and Port Hawkesbury Paper (PHP) on certain issues.

Responses to CA Questions and Topics – 1 of 3 Question NS Power Response Please also refer to 1. CA IR-4 response says Line losses between PHP mill and the Goose Harbour Lake Wind Farm are not considered in the netting of energy. When was...

AI summary NS Power responds to questions about line losses between PHP and the Goose Harbour Lake Wind Farm, citing the PHP Power Sales Agreement and the Electricity Act. Disagreement exists between PHP and NSP regarding consistency with the GRA settlement agreement. NS Power asserts positions are aligned with the Settlement Agreement, while PHP disagrees.

1.0 INTRODUCTION This testimony has been prepared for the Consumer Advocate ("CA") by or under the direction of Hayitboy Mahmudov and Andrew McLaren of InterGroup Consultants Ltd. ("InterGroup"). This report reviews Nova Scotia Power Inc.'...

AI summary This testimony, prepared for the Consumer Advocate by InterGroup Consultants Ltd., reviews Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s Application for Approval of an Above-the-Line Tariff for Port Hawkesbury Paper in Proceeding M12661. The review focuses on residential customer interests and adheres to regulatory fairness principles.

2.0 SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDATIONS Based on the analysis summarized in this report, InterGroup makes the following recommendations to the Board: - Recommendation 1: InterGroup recommends that the Board reject PHP's proposed modifications for t...

AI summary InterGroup recommends rejecting PHP's modifications, assessing DR savings reasonableness, requiring Board approval for Operating Procedures, approving ELID Tariff's Interruptible Service component for 2026-2027 with a 2028 review, and reviewing the ELID Tariff post-implementation. These actions aim to ensure transparency, fairness, and alignment with regulatory standards.

3.1 NSP APPLICATION NSP is applying to the Board for approval of the Extra Large Industrial Dispatchable (ELID) Tariff, an above-the-line (ATL) tariff available to Port Hawkesbury Paper LP (PHP). NSP states it is intended that PHP will sub...

AI summary NSP seeks Board approval for the ELID Tariff for PHP, replacing the expiring ELIADC Tariff. The proposed tariff includes customer, demand, and energy charges, interruptible service, and provisions for wind farm energy. NSP cites a settlement agreement (SA) with PHP for cost modeling, while InterGroup highlights load characteristics and credit calculations in the SA. Alternative plans are needed if approval fails.

clear why derivation of an interruptible credit rate to PHP would use the same kW demand figure for both coincident and non-coincident PHP peaks, which is not supported by PHP's historical peak load. 2. The proposed cost-based demand charg...

AI summary The text critiques the methodology for deriving an interruptible credit rate for PHP, arguing that using the same kW demand figure for coincident and non-coincident peaks is unsupported by historical data. It highlights that the proposed interruptible credit rate exceeds cost-based demand charges for 2026 and 2027, which is deemed unreasonable. PHP responds that its position aligns with the 2026-2027 GRA SA and references the Board's decision on M12451 regarding a deferral account.

Recommendation: The Board should consider reasonableness of the DR savings to be fully credited to PHP. Further, NSP states that consistent with the ELIADC Tariff, PHP operations under the DR will be governed by Operating Procedures develo...

AI summary The Board is urged to assess the reasonableness of DR savings credits to PHP. NSP argues Operating Procedures for PHP under DR should not require NSEB approval, as benefits/costs flow solely to PHP. However, stakeholders recommend Board approval to ensure transparency and protect other ATL customers from potential revisions favoring PHP.

p>40 NSP Response to Information Request Synapse-23. 41 NSP Response to Information Request IG-13. 42 NSP Response to Information Request Synapse-14. 43 See NSP Response to Information Request Synapse-14, Synapse-15, SBA-6. 44 NSP Response...

AI summary NSP proposes an Interruptible Rider with a Dispatchable Rider mechanism, increasing savings transferred to PHP from 25% to 100%. InterGroup argues this risks double-counting benefits for PHP, potentially disadvantaging other customers. NSP acknowledges PI service reduces interruption risks for other customers but has not quantified its value, prompting InterGroup to call for revisiting the PI credit in future proceedings.

nd calculate firm capacity requirements to assist QEC in plant capacity planning to meet energy demands by community. Prepare semi-annual Fuel Stabilization Fund rider applications and review support. For Jamaica Public Service Company Ltd...

AI summary The text outlines utility regulatory activities including rate case submissions, fuel stabilization fund management, and cost allocation analyses for JPS, Nelson Hydro, YEC, and QEC. Tasks involve technical analysis, tariff design, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory filings under frameworks like PBR.

Hayitboy Mahmudov - Utility Regulation Experience Utility Proceeding Work Performed Before Client Year Oral Testimony NTPC 2012/13 and 2013/14 Phase I General Rate Application Analysis; Assistance in preparation of application and company...

AI summary Hayitboy Mahmudov has extensive experience in utility regulation, including work on general rate applications and compliance filings for NTPC and Qulliq Energy Corporation. He has provided analysis, prepared evidence, and assisted with regulatory proceedings in the Northwest Territories and other jurisdictions.

and the 2022/23 General Rate Application and. Andrew is currently involved in QEC's 2025/26 General Rate Application providing analytical and advisory support as the Senior consultant on the project. For Saskatchewan Rate Review Panel (201...

AI summary Andrew provides technical advisory services on utility rate applications and regulatory proceedings, including QEC's 2025/26 General Rate Application, Saskatchewan Rate Review Panel cases, City of Penticton utility planning, and Nova Scotia Consumer Advocate proceedings. His work spans rate design, financial forecasting, and regulatory compliance.

For the Ontario Energy Board (2024) Study director for a review of cost award processes, consultant and legal fee tariffs and options for improving regulatory efficiency. Reviewed practices in a number of Canadian and American jurisdiction...

AI summary The text outlines consulting roles in regulatory reviews, including cost award processes, tariff improvements, and efficiency reforms for the Ontario Energy Board and other jurisdictions. It highlights work on revenue requirements, rate design, and cost-of-service analyses for various utilities and governments.

Andrew McLaren Utility Regulation Experience Utility Proceeding Work Performed Before Client Year Oral Testimony NTPC 2004/02 Phase I Canaval Bata Application Analysis and Casa Preparation Newhouset Territories Dublic Hillities NTPC 2000 0...

AI summary Andrew McLaren has extensive experience in utility regulation, having worked on various rate applications and proceedings for utilities such as NTPC, Manitoba Hydro, and Nunavut Power. His work includes analysis, preparation of evidence, and providing expert testimony in regulatory processes.

Nova Scotia Energy Board In the Matter of Approval of an Above-the-Line Tariff Applicable to Port Hawkesbury Paper (M12661) Bates White Evidence – Redacted Version

AI summary The Nova Scotia Energy Board is reviewing a request for approval of an above-the-line tariff for Port Hawkesbury Paper. The proceeding involves Bates White Evidence, with a focus on regulatory approval processes and tariff design.

Nova Scotia Energy Board In the Matter of Approval of an Above-the-Line Tariff Applicable to Port Hawkesbury Paper (M12661) Bates White Evidence – Confidential Version

AI summary The Nova Scotia Energy Board is considering the approval of an above-the-line tariff for Port Hawkesbury Paper, with Bates White providing confidential evidence. The proceeding involves regulatory evaluation of the proposed tariff structure.

e-4-9) and both the PPA and PSA will operate regardless of the NSPI Application, page 10 lines 27 to 28. NSPI Application, page 10 lines 6 to 7. NSPI Application, page 10 lines 9 to 10. NSPI Application, page 8 lines 11 to 13. NSPI Applica...

AI summary The document references Port Hawkesbury Paper's application for an above-the-line tariff (M12661) and mentions the PPA and PSA filings by NSPI in response to Industrial Group IR-1 in M12184. It cites specific pages from the NSPI Application and PHP Evidence.

Application (GRA)? A. NS Power's 2026-2027 GRA was resolved through a settlement agreement[9](#page-6-5) that was 2026-2027 GRA SR-01, Attachment 1b, p. 2, lines 21-24. Response to Synapse IR-2(c), 2026-2027 GRA SR-01, Attachment 1b, p. 2,...

AI summary The 2026-2027 GRA Settlement Agreement was approved with modifications, outlining assumptions for PHP's load characteristics and the creation of a regulatory deferral account to address variances between the ELID tariff and GRA assumptions. The agreement allows flexibility in the ELID tariff filing.

Synapse Energy Economics for Consumers Union. Whited, M., T. Woolf, J. Daniel. 2016. Caught in a Fix: The Problem with Fixed Charges for Electricity . Synapse Energy Economics for Consumers Union. Lowry, M. N., T. Woolf, M. Whited, M. Mako...

AI summary This document lists various publications and research papers authored by Synapse Energy Economics and other entities, focusing on topics such as fixed charges in electricity, performance-based regulation, distributed energy resources, wind and solar energy barriers, and clean power planning. These works were commissioned by organizations like the Natural Resources Defense Council and the National Association of State Utility Consumer Advocates.

Extra Large Industrial Active Demand Control (ELIADC) Tariff 2025 Annual Report (NSEB M12768) NSPI Responses to BW Information Requests 1 Request IR-7: 2 3 Please refer to PDF page 10. Please provide this page in Excel format with all form...

AI summary NSPI responded to a request for Excel format of PDF page 10 by providing Confidential Attachment 1, but due to confidentiality requirements, a partially redacted Excel version is not available. The attachment contains both confidential and non-confidential information.

Part C – Conditions - (9) Subject only to reasons of health, safety, environmental, system reliability, and Force Majeure events, PHP must not deviate from the NS Power/NSPSO final demand schedule. NS Power/NSPSO must comply with the weekl...

AI summary This section outlines conditions for PHP and NS Power regarding adherence to demand schedules, restoration of operations after disruptions, and communication protocols following Force Majeure events or other disruptions. It also specifies tracking and updating of deviations from dispatch plans and filing updates with the NSUARB.

Extra Large Industrial Active Demand Control (ELIADC) Tariff 2025 Annual Report (NSEB M12768) NSPI Responses to IG Information Requests 1 Request IR-11: 2 3 4 (a) For each FAM Audit recommendation not yet implemented, please explain why it...

AI summary NSPI responded to information requests regarding the ELIADC Tariff 2025 Annual Report, explaining that two FAM Audit Action Plan items (XV-1 and XV-3) were implemented prior to the report. However, data for XV-3 was temporarily inaccessible due to a cyber incident and is expected to be available shortly. NSPI also referenced its initial response to Recommendation XV-1 from September 2024.

- NSP has estimated that the fully optimized credit could be up to $11 million per year, but is unable to - provide the calculation of this value.[18](#page 1-14) NSP estimates half of this may be reasonably achieved by PHP each - year, bu...

AI summary NSP proposes a Dispatchable Rider (DR) mechanism with PHP, estimating $11M annual savings but lacking detailed calculations. The DR's economic value requires NSP to have control over PHP's load during system stress. The recommendation emphasizes practical dispatch control for NSP during reserve margin periods, with concerns over 100% DR credit allocation to PHP.

ustrial energy users. For Industrial Gas Users Association of Manitoba (2020 - present): Support for cost of service and rate design matters. Testimony before the Manitoba Public Utilities Board. For Northwest Territories Power Corporation...

AI summary The text outlines the involvement of Bowman Economic Consulting Inc. in various regulatory and technical support roles across multiple provinces and organizations, focusing on cost of service, rate design, depreciation, revenue requirements, and system planning reviews. It highlights technical analysis, expert testimony, and negotiation support in energy-related proceedings.

Utility Regulation Conducted research and analysis for regulatory and rate reviews of electric, gas and water utilities in eight Canadian provinces and territories and international. Prepared evidence and expert testimony for regulatory he...

AI summary The text outlines a firm's extensive experience in utility regulation, including rate reviews, regulatory hearings, and analysis for various utilities across Canada and internationally. It highlights expertise in cost of service, revenue requirements, depreciation, and rate design, as well as involvement in regulatory processes and resource planning.

Utility Proceeding Work Performed Before Client Year Oral Testimony NTPC 2001/03 Phase I General Rate Application Analysis and Case Preparation NWTPUB NTPC 2000 - 2002 No - Negotiated Settlement Newfoundland Hydro 2002 General Rate Applica...

AI summary The document outlines various utility proceedings and the work performed by different entities, including analysis, case preparation, and expert testimony before multiple regulatory bodies such as the NWTPUB, NLPUB, MPUB, and YUB. These proceedings span from 2000 to 2004 and involve entities like NTPC, Newfoundland Hydro, Manitoba Hydro, and Yukon Energy.

Reference: N-19, Evidence of InterGroup, p. 13/pdf p. 15. - Recommendation: Based on these considerations, the Board should approve the Interruptible Service component to the ELID Tariff only for the 2026 and 2027 test years with a review...

AI summary InterGroup recommends approving the Interruptible Service component to the ELID Tariff only for 2026-2027, pending a 2028 review. It questions the Board's approval of a 10% premium without quantified value for priority interruptibility service and requests specifics on factual matters requiring review.

IG Request IR-7: - c) Does InterGroup agree that if the review confirms that PHP is essentially never interruptible in practice, having already been optimally dispatched, then the appropriate outcome would be elimination rather than revisi...

AI summary InterGroup addresses questions about the IR credit, recommending elimination if PHP is non-interruptible, opposing reporting obligations for NSPI, and advocating Board approval of Operating Procedures affecting DR credit. It also highlights the complexity of the ELID Tariff requiring a Board review.

CA Response IR-7: - a) Yes, with allowance for future refinements, also subject to the Board approval. - b-c) InterGroup considers that the scope of the first-year review should include testing the performance of each approved ELID Tariff...

AI summary InterGroup agrees to future refinements and supports a first-year review of the ELID Tariff's performance against NSP's targets. They also endorse quarterly reporting on DR status by NSP, aligning with Mr. Bowman's recommendation for transparency in funding estimates.

BATES WHITE INFORMATION REQUESTS RESPONSES Public Redacted To: Nancy G. Rubin, K.C. Brianne Rudderham Stewart McKelvey (on behalf of The Industrial Group) Suite 600-1741 Lower Water Street P.O. Box 997 Halifax NS B3J 2X2 Telephone: (902) 4...

AI summary This document is a public redacted response from Bates White Economic Consulting to information requests in a Nova Scotia regulatory proceeding. It is addressed to legal counsel Nancy G. Rubin and includes contact details for both the requesting party and Bates White, with a deadline of June 18, 2026.

Issued at Halifax, Nova Scotia, this 22nd day of June 2026. 1 Request IR-1: 2 3 Please provide a complete list of all evidence, documents or other records reviewed in 4 advance of preparing of your evidence. 5 6 Response IR-1: 7 8 Synapse...

AI summary The document outlines a request and response regarding evidence reviewed in preparation for a proceeding, referencing multiple matters and submissions, including evidence from various parties and prior board decisions.

1 Request IR-6: 2 3 Reference: N-21 – Synapse Evidence, p.14/ pdf p.16, lines 7-15. 4 5 Preamble: You state that the interruptible credit should likely exceed the 6 current proposed level of approximately $8.40/kVa for 2026 "given that PHP...

AI summary The request IR-6 asks whether PHP's reluctance to take service on the ELID tariff is based on cost-causation or rate design principles, and whether this reluctance justifies increasing the interruptible credit. It also explores the conditions under which revising the credit would induce PHP to take service and whether a just and reasonable rate should be adjusted if a customer is not satisfied.

Reply Evidence of Colin T. Fitzhenry and Michael P. Gorman 1 Q PLEASE STATE YOUR NAMES AND BUSINESS ADDRESS. 2 A Colin T. Fitzhenry and Michael P. Gorman. Our business address is 16690 Swingley 3 Ridge Road, Suite 140, Chesterfield, MO 630...

AI summary Colin T. Fitzhenry and Michael P. Gorman, representing Port Hawkesbury Paper LP, are providing reply evidence in a regulatory proceeding. They are responding to testimony from various parties, including intervenors and Board staff, and summarizing PHP's proposal for an Above-the-Line Extra Large request.

DATE FILED: July 8, 2026 Page 3 of 25 1 (2) Given that service to PHP under the proposed ELID Tariff has been costed and priced in 2 accordance with well-established ATL embedded cost-based practices, examined and 3 approved by the Board i...

AI summary The document discusses the proposed ELID Tariff and compensation for PHP's Priority Interruptible (PI) service. It argues that PHP should be compensated for PI service due to its reliability benefits and that the ELID Tariff aligns with established cost-based practices. The document also references the PHP Power Purchase and Sales Agreements and the Prescribed Generation Facilities and Energy-Storage Projects Regulations.

DATE FILED: July 8, 2026 Page 5 of 25 1 2.0 ISSUES 2 3 This Reply addresses issues raised by parties, including in the evidence of Board Counsel 4 consultants Bates White Economic Consulting (BW) and Synapse Energy Economics, Inc. 5 (Synap...

AI summary This document outlines the issues addressed in a regulatory proceeding, including the GRA Settlement Agreement provisions, ELID Tariff Dispatchable Rider, and ELID Tariff Priority Interruptible service. NS Power, PHP, and various consultants have differing positions on the latitude provided by the GRA SA for signatories in the proceeding.

ELID Tariff Application, Attachment 4, page 12, "PHP Treatment," item f. 1 The Settlement Agreement does not provide that parties are able to take whatever position they so 2 choose on all ELID Tariff issues but rather whether the applicat...

AI summary The document discusses the interpretation of a Settlement Agreement (SA) regarding the ELID Tariff and the positions taken by various parties, including NS Power, PHP, InterGroup, and others. It emphasizes that the SA does not allow parties to take arbitrary positions on all ELID Tariff issues, but rather requires consistency with the basic tariff structure. InterGroup supports NS Power's position that the SA requires a written tariff reflecting the agreed terms.

n operational foundation (Bowman, approximate average PHP DATE FILED: July 8, 2026 Page 8 of 25 InterGroup Evidence (CA Consultant), page 6. The Application at pages 5-6, provided "[i]t is proposed that the PHP demand determinant be review...

AI summary The document discusses the review and setting of the PHP demand determinant as part of the GRA process or Fuel Adjustment Mechanism (FAM). It references NS Power's proposal for a standardized, formula-based metric for the 3CP demand determinant and mentions the Board's directive for NS Power to file an application for the ELIADC successor tariff by December 31, 2025.

2.2.3 Concern with ELID Tariff Complexity - Bowman provides: "[t]he proposed ELID rate is complicated and unusual in utility rate regulation. - No comparable rate could be identified in Canada, particularly for a major customer on a regula...

AI summary The document discusses concerns about the complexity of the ELID Tariff, noting that while Bowman finds it complicated, the Company argues it is an evolution of the ELIADC Tariff and not a dramatic change. It also addresses the recommendation for Board approval of DR operating procedures, though no process is proposed for this approval.

Bowman Evidence (IG Consultant), page 15, lines 25-26 and lines 27-28. 1 The Company submits the Board's approval of the Operating Procedures will not limit or expand 2 the Board's oversight of tariff operation, while the process required...

AI summary The Company argues that the Board's approval of Operating Procedures will not enhance regulatory oversight and emphasizes the importance of analyzing the implications of eliminating Priority Interruptible (PI) service for all customers, given the size of PHP's load and the potential risks to the power system.

HEARING ORDER Nova Scotia Power Incorporated applied to the Nova Scotia Energy Board on December 29, 2025, for approval of an Extra Large Industrial Dispatchable (ELID) Above-the-Line Tariff to Port Hawkesbury Paper (PHP). The Board has de...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power Incorporated has applied for approval of an ELID Above-the-Line Tariff to Port Hawkesbury Paper. The proceeding will be conducted as a paper hearing, with specific deadlines for intervention, evidence filing, and responses to information requests.

PHP Letters of Comment Tuesday, April 21, 2026 Evidence from Intervenors (other than PHP) and Board Counsel Consultants Thursday, April 30, 2026 IRs to Intervenors and Board Counsel Consultants Wednesday, May 20, 2026 Responses to IRs from...

AI summary This document outlines the schedule for a regulatory proceeding involving Port Hawkesbury Paper (PHP), including key dates for submitting evidence, responses, and final submissions. It assumes no oral hearing will be requested or approved.

HEARING ORDER Nova Scotia Power Incorporated applied to the Nova Scotia Energy Board on December 29, 2025, for approval of an Extra Large Industrial Dispatchable (ELID) Above-the-Line Tariff to Port Hawkesbury Paper (PHP). The Board has de...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power Incorporated applied for approval of an ELID Above-the-Line Tariff to Port Hawkesbury Paper. The proceeding will be conducted via a paper hearing, with specific deadlines for intervention, evidence submission, and responses to information requests.

PHP Letters of Comment Tuesday, April 21, 2026 Evidence from Intervenors (other than PHP) and Board Counsel Consultants Thursday, April 30, 2026 IRs to Intervenors and Board Counsel Consultants Wednesday, May 20, 2026 Responses to IRs from...

AI summary This document outlines the schedule for a regulatory proceeding, including key dates for submissions, interventions, and hearings. The timeline includes deadlines for letters of comment, evidence, and responses, with a final submission date for PHP on August 6, 2026.

Reply Submissions by NS Power Monday, August 17, 2026 The Board's Regulatory Rules will apply to this application, including Rule 7(3) with respect to filing by 2:00 pm on any date a document is due. The Clerk of the Board will distribute...

AI summary NS Power submitted a reply on August 17, 2026, indicating compliance with the Board's Regulatory Rules, including Rule 7(3), and noting the distribution of a Notice of Paper Hearing related to the Electricity mandate.

SMALL BUSINESS ADVOCATE TAKE NOTICE that the Small Business Advocate hereby Intervenes in this proceeding in accordance with the regulations. The Small Business Advocate represents 3 classes of small business (namely 10, 11, and 21 small b...

AI summary The Small Business Advocate intervenes in a regulatory proceeding, representing three classes of small businesses. Communication should be directed to Melissa P. MacAdam and Rebekah L. Powell of Blackburn Law Inc., and Melissa Whitten of Daymark Energy Advisor. The notice is dated January 23, 2026, and addressed to the Clerk of the Nova Scotia Energy Board.

NOTICE OF INTERVENTION TO: The Nova Scotia Energy Board ("Board") AND TO: Nova Scotia Power Inc. ("NSPI") - 1. PORT HAWKESBURY PAPER LP ("PHP") conducts its business in Nova Scotia, and is engaged in the manufacture of paper at its Port Ha...

AI summary Port Hawkesbury Paper LP (PHP) is requesting intervenor status in a proceeding before the Nova Scotia Energy Board, as it purchases significant amounts of power from Nova Scotia Power Inc. under the ELIADC Tariff and has a vested interest in the matter.

lto:[email protected]); [Lori Fancy](mailto:[email protected]); [Lucia Westin-Eastaugh](mailto:[email protected]); [Mark Peachey;](mailto:[email protected]) [Matt Drover](mailto:[email protected]...

AI summary The email requests a one-day extension for filing IRs in matter M12661 due to resource constraints caused by an unexpectedly conducted three-week trial. The request is made by Nancy Rubin on behalf of the Industrial Group.

1 M12661 2 3 NOVA SCOTIA ENERGY BOARD 4 5 IN THE MATTER OF: The Public Utilities Act, R.S.N.S. 1989, c.380, as amended 6 7 IN THE MATTER OF: Application by Nova Scotia Power Inc. for Approval of an 8 9 Extra Large Industrial Dispatchable A...

AI summary The document is an information request submitted to Nova Scotia Power Inc. by the Small Business Advocate under the Public Utilities Act. The request pertains to an application for an Extra Large Industrial Dispatchable Above-the-Line Tariff Applicable to Port Hawkesbury Paper. The response is due by April 10, 2026.

M12661 NOVA SCOTIA ENERGY BOARD IN THE MATTER OF: The Public Utilities Act, R.S.N.S. 1989, c.380, as amended IN THE MATTER OF: Application by Nova Scotia Power Inc. for Approval of an Extra Large Industrial Dispatchable Above-the-Line Tari...

AI summary This document is an information request from the Small Business Advocate to Nova Scotia Power Inc. regarding the application for an above-the-line tariff for Port Hawkesbury Paper, specifically addressing Section 2.2 Demand Charge in the Application. Responses are due by April 10, 2026.

1 M12661 2 3 NOVA SCOTIA ENERGY BOARD 4 5 IN THE MATTER OF: The Public Utilities Act, R.S.N.S. 1989, c.380, as amended 6 7 IN THE MATTER OF: Application by Nova Scotia Power Inc. for Approval of an 8 Extra Large Industrial Dispatchable Abo...

AI summary The Nova Scotia Energy Board has issued an information request (IR-1) under the Public Utilities Act related to Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s application for an Extra Large Industrial Dispatchable Above-the-Line Tariff for Port Hawkesbury Paper. Responses are due by April 10, 2026, and the Small Business Advocate is involved in the process.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REQUESTS To: Nova Scotia Power Inc. Blake Williams Senior Director, Regulatory Affairs [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) From: Nova Scotia Energy Board Board Staff Responses Due : Fr...

AI summary The Nova Scotia Energy Board has issued a non-confidential information request to Nova Scotia Power Inc., seeking responses by April 10, 2026. The request is directed to Blake Williams, Senior Director of Regulatory Affairs, and contact information for Steve Pronko, Director of Electrical Advisory Services, is provided.

M12661 NOVA SCOTIA ENERGY BOARD

AI summary The document identifies the proceeding as M12661 before the Nova Scotia Energy Board. No further details are provided in the text.

IN THE MATTER OF: THE PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT - and - IN THE MATTER OF: AN APPLICATION by NOVA SCOTIA POWER INCORPORATED (NS Power) for approval of an Extra Large Industrial Dispatchable Above-the-Line Tariff applicable to Port Hawkesbury Pap...

AI summary Nova Scotia Energy Board is requesting updates on a court proceeding related to PHP's responsibility for costs associated with the Maritime Link Federal Loan Guarantee (FLG2), and is asking NS Power to explain the derivation of a $500,000 annual cost for interruptible service and elaborate on the additional review contemplated.

IN THE MATTER OF: THE PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT - and - IN THE MATTER OF: AN APPLICATION by NOVA SCOTIA POWER INCORPORATED (NS Power) for approval of an Extra Large Industrial Dispatchable Above-the-Line Tariff applicable to Port Hawkesbury Pap...

AI summary The Nova Scotia Energy Board has requested responses from NS Power regarding concerns raised by PHP about the proposed Extra Large Industrial Dispatchable Above-the-Line Tariff. PHP indicated it may not accept the tariff if concerns are not addressed and may need to develop a Below-the-Line tariff.

to PHP had the credit been developed in accordance with the Company’s established practice for pricing of the interruptible credit ($13.107 per kVA demand coincident with system peak).” Questions: 1. Please confirm that NS Power simply use...

AI summary The text outlines a series of questions regarding the application of interruptible credit to PHP (Peak Hourly Load) under the Settlement Agreement and the ELID Tariff. It seeks clarification on the methodology used, cost causation, and future processes for revisiting the interruptible credit if a GRA is not held in 2028.

IN THE MATTER OF: THE PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT - and - IN THE MATTER OF: Nova Scotia Power’s Application for Approval of an Above-the-Line Tariff Applicable to Port Hawkesbury Paper INFORMATION REQUESTS To: Nova Scotia Power Inc. Blake William...

AI summary This document is an information request from Bates White LLC to Nova Scotia Power Inc. regarding an application for approval of an above-the-line tariff for Port Hawkesbury Paper. Responses are due by March 26, 2026, and the request was issued by the Board clerk in Halifax.

- 29 (d) Where PHP's 3CP determinant is fixed, what are the thresholds or triggers 30 for review, and the intended scope of that Board review? 1 Request IR-7: - 2 Reference: N-1, ELID Application, page 7.

AI summary The text presents a regulatory question regarding the thresholds or triggers for Board review when PHP's 3CP determinant is fixed, referencing a specific document (N-1, ELID Application, page 7).

1 Request IR-18: 2 Reference: N-1, ELID Application, page 10, lines 9-12. 3 within or outside the control of NSPI. 4 Request IR-19: 5 Reference: N-1, ELID Application, page 11. 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Consistent with the ELIADC Tariff, PHP ope...

AI summary This document discusses the ELID Application and the ELIADC Tariff, focusing on the governance of PHP operations under DR and the Operating Procedures. It raises questions about the assurance of holding ATL customers harmless, the impact of dispatch decisions on DR credits, and the need for Board approval of Operating Procedures.

n open Matter before the Board, NS Power will promptly file the materials from the April 29 Technical Conference with the NSEB for inclusion on the evidentiary record in this proceeding. Yours truly, Karynne Munroe Manager, Regulatory Affa...

AI summary NS Power will file materials from the April 29 Technical Conference with the NSEB for inclusion in the evidentiary record of an open matter before the Board.

2 3 NOVA SCOTIA ENERGY BOARD 4 5 The Public Utilities Act, R.S.N.S. 1989, c.380, as amended IN THE MATTER OF: 6 7 IN THE MATTER OF: AN APPLICATION by NOVA SCOTIA POWER 8 INCORPORATED for approval of an Extra Large Industrial 9 Dispatchable...

AI summary The Nova Scotia Energy Board has issued an information request (IR-1) under the Public Utilities Act, seeking responses from Vincent Musco & Collin Cain of Bates White and Melissa P. MacAdam of Blackburn Law Inc. by June 18, 2026, regarding an application by Nova Scotia Power Inc. for an Extra Large Industrial Dispatchable Above-the-Line Tariff for Port Hawkesbury Paper.

27 1 2 (b) What factors does Ms. Whited believe make a transition appropriate or not appropriate? 3 Request IR-3: 4 Reference: N-21 – Synapse Evidence, p.4/ pdf p. 6, lines 1-4. 5 6 7 Instead, I recommend that the Board direct PHP and NS P...

AI summary The text outlines a request for clarification on Ms. Whited's position regarding the determination of interruptible credit through negotiation rather than cost-of-service analysis. It also asks for an explanation of how this approach aligns with regulatory principles, ensures fair rates, and maintains consistency with cost causation principles.

34 (a) Given that LIIR customers who are not on Telemetry and Control ("T&C") 1 can be, and in practice are physically interrupted ahead of PHP in the 7 does InterGroup consider appropriate for the interim period? 8 Request IR-7: 9 Referen...

AI summary The text discusses InterGroup's recommendations regarding the approval of Operating Procedures and the ELID Tariff, including the need for Board approval and a review after the first year of implementation. It also asks about the timing and scope of the review and whether NSPI should provide quarterly reporting on DR credit calculations.

million. This means NSPI's discretionary adjustments would reduce the DR credit by $3.5 to $5.5 million. The adjustments NSPI made in its analysis included "system conditions, customer production constraints/ requirements, etc.," which are...

AI summary The text discusses NSPI's discretionary adjustments to the DR credit, which are subjective and difficult to verify due to a cyber incident. Bates White is asked to explain if there is a basis for assessing these adjustments, what the gap between the optimized and realistic DR credit represents, and what verification mechanisms are needed.

NOVA SCOTIA ENERGY BOARD IN THE MATTER OF: THE PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT and IN THE MATTER OF: An Application by Nova Scotia Power Inc. ("NS Power") for approval of an Extra Large Industrial Dispatchable Above-the-Line Tariff applicable to Port...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. has applied for approval of an Extra Large Industrial Dispatchable Above-the-Line Tariff for Port Hawkesbury Paper. The Industrial Group (Bowman Economic Consulting) has been requested to provide non-confidential information by June 18, 2026, with contact details provided for James MacDuff at McInnes Cooper.

From: [William Mahody](mailto:[email protected]) To: [Painting-MacLean, Kimberly](mailto:[email protected]) Cc: [Alissa Whalen](mailto:[email protected]); [Andrew McLaren](mailto:[email protected]); [A...

AI summary This email is a communication regarding the regulatory proceeding M12661, concerning the application for approval of the ELID Tariff, an above-the-line tariff available to PHP - CA. It includes a Board Acknowledgement and is addressed to multiple stakeholders involved in the process.

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AI summary Synapse requests an extension to respond to IRs issued in this matter, citing recent awareness of the IRs. They ask to file responses by Monday, June 22 at 2p.

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AI summary This message acknowledges the receipt of a response to IRs regarding the application for approval of the ELID Tariff, which is available to PHP. The response was received on June 18, 2026, and has been directed to the Board and staff. The documents have been posted in Matter No. M12661 on the Board's public website.

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AI summary The Board acknowledges the receipt of a response to IRs regarding the ELID Tariff application by NSPI. The response was submitted on June 18, 2026, and has been posted in Matter No. M12661. The Board has also informed stakeholders of a new file transfer requirement effective November 3, 2025.

1. No Consensus Proposal and Competing Expert Opinions The GRA Settlement Agreement was understood by parties to contemplate a collaboratively developed ELID tariff to be filed and in place by January 1, 2027. Instead, there is no consensu...

AI summary The GRA Settlement Agreement aimed for a collaboratively developed ELID tariff by 2027, but no consensus exists. NSPI and PHP have filed competing proposals on tariff elements. Multiple expert consultants have critiqued both proposals, presenting differing conclusions. The Board faces five distinct expert perspectives on an unprecedented tariff structure, necessitating oral examination to resolve outstanding issues.

2. Credibility and Factual Disputes Cannot Be Fairly Resolved on the Written Record Several of the disputes on the record are not merely differences of regulatory philosophy; they rest on contested factual representations and underlying as...

AI summary The document highlights a dispute over the demand determinant in a regulatory proceeding, with NSPI, PHP, and Bowman proposing different figures (65 MW, 8 MW, and 120 MW, respectively). Synapse Energy Economics also disagrees with PHP's 8 MW proposal, arguing it underestimates PHP's contribution to system costs. The written record lacks a mechanism to test these competing figures or assumptions.

Conclusion and Request The Industrial Group submits that the current written record does not give the Board, or Intervenors, the adequate tools needed to resolve the outstanding disputes with confidence or clarity. While paper processes ha...

AI summary The Industrial Group argues that the current written record is insufficient for resolving disputes and requests an oral hearing to allow for a more thorough examination of evidence and assumptions. They emphasize the need for a fuller evaluation of the record and propose cooperation in establishing a hearing schedule.

July 16, 2026 VIA EMAIL Ms. Crystal Henwood Clerk of the Board Nova Scotia Energy Board 1601 Lower Water Street, 3rd Floor Halifax NS B3J 3S3 Dear Ms. Henwood: Re: M12661 – NSPI – Application for Approval of an Above-the-Line Tariff applic...

AI summary The Small Business Advocate supports the Industrial Group's request to convert the NSPI application into an oral hearing, citing the complexity of the application and the need for cross-examination to test multiple positions.

Please refer to: David Roberts Email: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) Assistant: Alissa Whalen Assistant's email: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) July 17, 2026 VIA WEB PORTAL VIA EMAIL Crys...

AI summary The Consumer Advocate supports the Industrial Group's request for an oral hearing in M12661, citing unresolved issues and disagreements between Nova Scotia Power, Port Hawkesbury Paper, and parties to the GRA Settlement Agreement regarding the proposed Above-the-Line Tariff.

From: [MacDougall, David](mailto:[email protected]) To: [Painting-MacLean, Kimberly](mailto:[email protected]); [Blake Williams](mailto:[email protected]); [MacDuff, James](mailto:james.macduf...

AI summary This email is from David MacDougall to several individuals and organizations regarding a regulatory proceeding (M12661) involving Nova Scotia Power's application for approval of an Above-the-Line Tariff applicable to Port Hawkesbury Paper. The email is a follow-up to a Board request and includes a long list of recipients.

\ \ EXTERNAL EMAIL / COURRIEL EXTERNE \ \ Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking on links / Faites preuve de prudence si vous ouvrez une pièce jointe ou cliquez sur un lien Dear Ms. Painting-MacLean, With respect to the Indu...

AI summary Port Hawkesbury Paper (PHP) has no objection to the Industrial Group's request for an oral hearing in Matter M12661 but requests that any hearing be scheduled in a timely manner to allow a decision to be made well in advance of 2027. PHP is willing to collaborate with Nova Scotia Power, Board counsel, and intervenors to set appropriate hearing dates.

Good morning, Further to the letter filed by the Industrial Group July 16, 2026, and supported by the Small Business Advocate for an oral hearing, the Board will provide NS Power Inc. and Port Hawkesbury Paper an opportunity to respond bef...

AI summary The Board is providing NS Power Inc. and Port Hawkesbury Paper an opportunity to respond to a request following a letter from the Industrial Group and support from the Small Business Advocate. Responses are due by 2:00 PM on Monday, July 20, 2026.

July 17, 2026 Crystal Henwood Clerk of the Board Nova Scotia Energy Board 1601 Lower Water Street, 3rd Floor Halifax, NS B3J 3S3 Re: M12661 Extra Large Industrial Dispatchable (ELID) Tariff Application – Reply to Requests for an Oral Heari...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) received requests from the Industrial Group (IG), Consumer Advocate (CA), and Small Business Advocate (SBA) to convert the M12661 ELID Tariff Application proceeding to an oral hearing. NS Power argues that an oral hearing is unnecessary given the extensive review process already undertaken, which has included evidence submissions, information requests, and technical conferences.

a round of IRs on intervenor and Board Counsel consultants' evidence, and reply evidence from both NS Power and PHP. The process established by the Board has now been underway for nearly seven months. Importantly, this process is in additi...

AI summary A round of intervenor and Board Counsel consultants' evidence, along with reply evidence from NS Power and PHP, is being reviewed. This process is separate from the 2026-2027 General Rate Application (GRA), which involved extensive consultation and led to the ELID Tariff. The IG's request revisits issues already discussed during the GRA process.

matters for which a thorough examination has already been completed through this regulatory proceeding on the written record, and which do not require oral examination to be understood or adjudicated. Finally, the IG also points to discuss...

AI summary The document discusses the regulatory proceeding involving NS Power, noting that some matters have already been thoroughly examined and do not require oral examination. The Industrial Group (IG) mentions a methodology for quantifying load shifting, but it does not alter the tariff proposal. NS Power emphasizes the importance of avoiding unnecessary oral proceedings due to their cost and complexity.

asing the length of the proceeding. It is this outcome that NS Power has sought to avoid by providing a complete and clear application in this matter and comprehensive IR responses and Reply Evidence. Consistent with this, the Company also...

AI summary NS Power argues that converting the proceeding to an oral hearing would introduce unnecessary delays in establishing a successor tariff effective by January 1, 2027, and proposes a structured settlement process to address outstanding issues. The Company emphasizes the extensive record already developed and prior successful collaboration between parties.

M12661 – Nova Scotia Power Inc. – Application for approval of an Above-the-Line Tariff applicable to Port Hawkesbury Paper This matter was set down as a "paper hearing", but the hearing order set a deadline for parties to request an oral h...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. is seeking approval for an Above-the-Line Tariff applicable to Port Hawkesbury Paper. The Industrial Group, supported by the Consumer Advocate and Small Business Advocate, has requested an oral hearing, arguing that the proposed tariff is complex and requires further examination. NS Power opposes the request, stating it is unnecessary. The Board panel consists of Stephen T. McGrath, K.C., Chair; Roland A. Deveau, K.C., Vice Chair; and Richard J. Melanson, LL.B., Member.

Please refer to: David Roberts Email: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) Assistant: Alissa Whalen Assistant's email: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) July 24, 2026 VIA WEB PORTAL VIA EMAIL Crys...

AI summary The Consumer Advocate, represented by David Roberts of Pink Larkin, requests that Andrew McLaren and Hayitboy Mahmudov of InterGroup Consultants Ltd. appear virtually for a hearing related to Nova Scotia Power's application for an Above-the-Line Tariff for Port Hawkesbury Paper. The request is addressed to Crystal Henwood, Clerk of the Board at the Nova Scotia Energy Board.

File Reference: SM002557.00245 Nancy G. Rubin, K.C. Direct Dial: 902.420.3337 [email protected] August 4, 2026 Via Electronic Mail Crystal Henwood Regulatory Affairs Officer/Clerk Nova Scotia Energy Board 3rd Floor, 1601 Lower Wat...

AI summary The Industrial Group requests that Patrick Bowman from Bowman Economic Consultants Inc. be allowed to provide virtual evidence at the upcoming hearing for M12661 – NSPI - ELID Above-the-Line Tariff Application available to PHP.

William Mahody KC 902.429.3547 (desk) From: MacDuff, James Date: Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 1:36 PM To: Reiner, Sofia ; Henwood, Crystal D Cc: Aishwarya Srishty ; [email protected] ; Alissa Whalen ; William Mahody ; Brianne E. Rudderham...

AI summary The email discusses the confirmation that none of PHP's witnesses in the M12661 proceeding will appear virtually, similar to NS Power's position. The communication is part of a regulatory proceeding involving the ELID Tariff Hearing.

August 7, 2026 Dear Parties: M12661 – Nova Scotia Power Inc. – Application for approval of an Above-the-Line Tariff applicable to Port Hawkesbury Paper (PHP) – Hearing Logistics The Board received the following requests for virtual attenda...

AI summary The document outlines a regulatory proceeding related to Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s application for approval of an Above-the-Line Tariff applicable to Port Hawkesbury Paper (PHP), with details on hearing logistics and virtual attendance requests.

atrin MacPhee ; Kristine Burke ; Lana Myatt ; Leona Clements ; Lisa Forsey ; Lori Fancy ; Lucia Westin-Eastaugh ; Mark Peachey ([email protected]) ; Matt Drover ([email protected]) ; Melanie Gillis ; Melissa Davies ; Melissa...

AI summary The email discusses the scheduling of Mr. Patrick Bowman's cross-examination for the M12661 proceeding, noting that he will attend in person on September 28 and 29, and requests that his cross-examination be scheduled on those dates.