Topic:"Regulatory Approval Processes" in M12717

February 25, 2026 I. NOTICE AND COMMUNICATIONS 3 II. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF DEFINITIONS USED IN RELIABILITY STANDARDS 3 A. B. C. 1. BACKGROUND: NERC QUARTERLY FILING OF PROPOSED RELIABILITY STANDARDS 3 OVERVIEW OF NERC RELIABILITY STANDAR...

AI summary This document outlines an application for the approval of definitions used in reliability standards by the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) for the Fourth Quarter of 2025. It includes background on NERC, the reliability standards development process, and revised definitions related to generator owner and generator operator.

The North American Electric Reliability Corporation ("NERC") hereby submits to the Nova Scotia Energy Board ("NSEB") an application for approval of revised definitions for the terms Generator Owner and Generator Operator for inclusion in t...

AI summary NERC has submitted an application to the Nova Scotia Energy Board requesting approval of revised definitions for 'Generator Owner' and 'Generator Operator' from FERC, which were approved in the fourth quarter of 2025. These definitions are to be made mandatory for BPS users in Nova Scotia. FERC did not approve any new Reliability Standards for Nova Scotia during this period.

A. Background: NERC Quarterly Filing of Proposed Reliability Standards Pursuant to Section 215 of the Federal Power Act ("FPA"), [3](#page-3-4) NERC is certified by FERC as the Electric Reliability Organization ("ERO") in the United States...

AI summary The document outlines NERC's obligation under the Federal Power Act to develop and enforce FERC-approved reliability standards for the Bulk-Power System. It references legal frameworks and exhibits related to quarterly filings, emphasizing FERC's role in certifying NERC as the Electric Reliability Organization.

C. Description of Proposed NERC Glossary Definitions, Fourth Quarter 2025 As provided below, during the fourth quarter of 2025, FERC issued one order approving the revised definitions for the terms Generator Owner and Generator Operator fo...

AI summary FERC approved revised definitions for Generator Owner and Generator Operator in the NERC Glossary effective January 1, 2026. No other Reliability Standards were approved for Nova Scotia during the fourth quarter of 2025.

d that eight (8) Reliability Standards could become applicable to entities registering under the Category 2 criteria without further revisions to the standards.[17](#page-8-0) These standards include: - BAL-001-TRE (Primary Frequency Respo...

AI summary The revised definitions of Generator Owner and Generator Operator aim to expand the applicability of eight Reliability Standards to entities meeting Category 2 criteria, aligning with FERC's Registry Criteria Approval Order and eliminating terminology inconsistencies. This enhances system reliability by ensuring compliance with NERC standards.

III. CONCLUSION NERC respectfully requests that NSEB approve the Generator Owner and Generator Operator definitions as specified herein. Respectfully submitted, /s/ Sarah P. Crawford 18 Supra n. 16. Lauren Perotti Assistant General Counsel...

AI summary NERC requests NSEB approval of Generator Owner and Generator Operator definitions. The submission includes signatures from NERC counsel, dated February 25, 2026, and references a prior citation.

Exhibit A-1 Definitions Applicable to Nova Scotia, Approved by FERC in Fourth Quarter 2025

AI summary This exhibit outlines definitions approved by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for Nova Scotia in the fourth quarter of 2025. These definitions are relevant to regulatory proceedings and may impact how certain terms are interpreted in the context of energy regulation.

Informational Summary of Definitions Applicable to Nova Scotia, Approved by FERC in Fourth Quarter 2025

AI summary This document provides an informational summary of definitions applicable to Nova Scotia, approved by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) in the fourth quarter of 2025.

Exhibit A-2: Informational Summary of Definitions Applicable to Nova Scotia, Approved by FERC in Fourth Quarter 2025 Revised Definitions Generator Owner (GO) and Generator Operator (GOP) Purpose To align the definitions of the Generator Ow...

AI summary This exhibit outlines the revised definitions of 'Generator Owner' and 'Generator Operator' approved by FERC in the fourth quarter of 2025. The purpose is to align these definitions with the NERC Rules of Procedure Statement of Compliance Registry Criteria. Several reliability standards are listed, and the petition was filed on August 27, 2025, with FERC approving the changes on October 1, 2025.

Standard Development Timeline This section is maintained by the drafting team during the development of the standard and will be removed when the standard is adopted by the NERC Board of Trustees (Board).

AI summary The section outlines the timeline for developing a standard, maintained by the drafting team until adoption by the NERC Board of Trustees. It will be removed upon final approval, indicating the procedural phase of standard implementation.

Any comments regarding this glossary should be reported to the NERC Help Desk. Select "Standards" from the "Service" drop-down menu and "Other" from the Standards Subcategory drop-down menu. Subject to Enforcement Firm Transmission Service...

AI summary The document outlines definitions related to Firm Transmission Service, Fixed Fuel Supply Component, and Flashover, with dates and project numbers associated with each. These terms are part of a glossary that is subject to enforcement by regulatory standards.

2 FERC approved the WECC Tier One Reliability Standards in the Order Approving Regional Reliability Standards for the Western Interconnection and Directing Modifications, 119 FERC ¶ 61,260 (June 8, 2007). In that Order, FERC directed WECC...

AI summary FERC approved the WECC Tier One Reliability Standards in an order dated June 8, 2007, directing WECC to address inconsistencies between regional definitions and the NERC Glossary when developing permanent replacements.

3 FERC approved the WECC Tier One Reliability Standards in the Order Approving Regional Reliability Standards for the Western Interconnection and Directing Modifications, 119 FERC ¶ 61,260 (June 8, 2007). In that Order, FERC directed WECC...

AI summary The text discusses the approval of WECC Tier One Reliability Standards by FERC in 2007 and the subsequent development of replacement standards to address inconsistencies with the NERC Glossary. The document also includes a table with definitions related to WECC standards, such as 'Normal Path Rating' and 'interruptible load'.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL I Request IR - I 2 The Wholesale and Renewable to Retail Market Report 2025 submitted by NS Power (M12725), 3 currently lists only NS Power and Alternative Resource Energy Authority (AREA) as generation 4 market participan...

AI summary The document highlights discrepancies in the Wholesale and Renewable to Retail Market Report 2025, noting that it lists only NS Power and AREA as generation market participants despite the presence of independent power producers. It also discusses the transition of NERC roles to the IESO-NS and mentions upcoming requirements under the More Access to Energy Act.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL 62 OASIS site) with an active queue position and which meet the definition of Category 2 GO 63 or GOP. Please refer to part e). Entities will be required to register with NERC. All new 64 future generation facilities/entit...

AI summary The document discusses NERC registration requirements for new generation facilities in Nova Scotia, noting that while the Transmission System Interconnection Requirements (TSIR) align with NERC standards, additional NERC requirements may apply. It also highlights that regulations under MAEA section 69(2) regarding registration for the bulk electricity system are yet to be developed.

M12717 – North American Electric Reliability Corporation – Quarterly Application for Approval of Reliability Standards – Fourth Quarter 2025 This will acknowledge receipt of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Fourth...

AI summary The Board acknowledges receipt of NERC's Q4 2025 reliability standards application, available as Exhibit N-1 under Matter M12717. Comments are due by March 25, 2026, with the Board considering factors under the More Access to Energy Act, including reliability impacts, costs, and public interest. NS Power may address cost implications.

March 25, 2026 Crystal Henwood Clerk of the Board Nova Scotia Energy Board 1601 Lower Water Street, 3rd Floor Halifax, NS B3J 3S3 Re: North American Electric Reliability Corporation – Quarterly Application for Approval of Reliability Stand...

AI summary NS Power confirms no comments on NERC's Fourth Quarter 2025 reliability standards application. The Nova Scotia Energy Board invited stakeholder input, with a deadline of March 25, 2026. NS Power's submission indicates neutrality on the proposed standards.

North American Electric Reliability Corporation M12717 2025 Q4 Application for Approval of Reliability Standards IESO Nova Scotia Recommendations March 25, 2026 NON-CONFIDENTIAL

AI summary This document outlines an application for the approval of reliability standards by the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) in 2025 Q4, with recommendations from the IESO Nova Scotia. The filing is non-confidential and relates to the regulatory process for reliability standards.

- In its application dated February 25, 2025, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation - (NERC) applied to the Nova Scotia Energy Board (NSEB, Board) revised definitions for the terms - Generator Owner and Generator Operator for...

AI summary The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) submitted an application to the Nova Scotia Energy Board (NSEB) to approve revised definitions for 'Generator Owner' and 'Generator Operator' for use in NERC Reliability Standards. The NSEB requested comments from Nova Scotia Power (NS Power) and the Nova Scotia Independent Energy System Operator (IESO Nova Scotia).

- NSEB. However, NERC's Applications usually contain a table showing the NERC effective dates - in the United States for each of the applicable Reliability Standards (such as the table from NERC's - Q3 2025 application reproduced above). W...

AI summary The NSEB is requested to confirm effective dates for NERC's reliability standards in Nova Scotia. NERC applied for revised definitions with a retroactive effective date, but the IESO does not anticipate negative impacts and is open to a future effective date.

2.0 GLOSSARY DEFINITIONS - NERC requested approval of the following revised glossary definitions in their Q4 2025 - Application: - Generator Owner (GO): The entity that: 1) owns and maintains generating Facility(ies) - (Category 1 GO); or...

AI summary NERC requested approval of revised glossary definitions for Generator Owner (GO) and Generator Operator (GOP) in their Q4 2025 application. The IESO recommends NSEB approval of these definitions, which categorize GOs and GOPs based on generating facility ownership and capacity thresholds.

3.0 CONCLUSION In summary, IESO Nova Scotia has reviewed the Q4 NERC Reliability Standards application and recommends the NSEB approve the revised definitions of Generator Owner and Generator Operator. The IESO does not foresee negative im...

AI summary IESO Nova Scotia recommends NSEB approve revised definitions of Generator Owner and Generator Operator under Q4 NERC Reliability Standards. The IESO does not anticipate negative impacts from a retroactive effective date of January 1, 2026, and does not oppose a future effective date determined by NSEB.

M12717 – North American Electric Reliability Corporation – Quarterly Application for Approval of Reliability Standards – Fourth Quarter 2025 The Board Member assigned to this matter is Richard J. Melanson, LL.B. The Board has reviewed the...

AI summary The Board reviews NERC's application to revise glossary definitions for Generator Owner (GO) and Generator Operator (GOP) with an effective date of January 1, 2026. The IESO notes no anticipated negative impacts but does not object to a future effective date. The Board seeks information to avoid unintended consequences, considering the transition of system operator functions from NS Power to IESO.

NOVA SCOTIA ENERGY BOARD IN THE MATTER OF: THE PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT - and - IN THE MATTER OF: AN APPLICATION by NORTH AMERICAN ELECTRIC RELIABILITY CORPORATION for Approval of Reliability Standards - Fourth Quarter 2025

AI summary The Nova Scotia Energy Board is considering an application by North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NAERC) under the Public Utilities Act for approval of reliability standards for the fourth quarter of 2025. The proceeding involves regulatory review of reliability requirements in the electricity sector.

Request IR-1: - The Wholesale and Renewable to Retail Market Report 2025 submitted by NS Power (M12725), - currently lists only NS Power and Alternative Resource Energy Authority (AREA) as generation - market participant, as shown on page...

AI summary The document highlights discrepancies in the 2025 Wholesale Market Report, which lists only NS Power and AREA as generation participants despite numerous independent producers connected to the transmission system. It also addresses the transition of NERC roles to IESO-NS and regulatory requirements under the upcoming More Access to Energy Act, requesting clarifications on entity registrations and compliance.

Dear Parties: M12717 – North American Electric Reliability Corporation – Quarterly Application for Approval of Reliability Standards – Fourth Quarter 2025 M12882 – North American Electric Reliability Corporation – Quarterly Application for...

AI summary The Board is reviewing two NERC applications related to reliability standards and glossary amendments, which may impact wind farms and battery energy storage systems in Nova Scotia. These changes could require additional entities to register with NERC as Generator Owners or Operators.

Board assumes NS Power or the IESO-Nova Scotia would have up to date contact particulars for those future IBRs listed above that are in the queue for wind farm approvals. Therefore, the Board seeks the assistance of NS Power and the IESO-N...

AI summary The Board requests NS Power and the IESO-Nova Scotia to provide contact details for owners of IBRs listed in the queue for wind farm approvals to ensure they are notified of applications. The Board will proceed with the Fourth Quarter 2025 and initiate the First Quarter 2026 application reviews once the information is received, with a response requested by August 7, 2026.

PO Box 910 Halifax, Nova Scotia Canada B3J 2W5 August 7, 2026 REDACTED Crystal Henwood Clerk of the Board Nova Scotia Energy Board 1601 Lower Water Street, 3rd Floor Halifax, NS B3J 3S3 Re: North American Electric Reliability Corporation –...

AI summary The Nova Scotia Energy Board (NSEB) is processing an application from the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) regarding reliability standards for the Fourth Quarter of 2025 and the First Quarter of 2026. The Board notes that some entities may be subject to new reliability standards, but acknowledges that the regulatory framework for these entities is not yet finalized under the More Access to Energy Act.

state of applicable legislation. However, it has applications before it that must be processed and parties who could, in August 7, 2026 C. Henwood future, be impacted by the standards[.](#page-1-0)1 The Board requested that NS Power and th...

AI summary The NSEB has requested that NS Power and the IESO-Nova Scotia provide the names and contact information for the owners of existing and planned IBRs listed in M12717, Exhibit N-2. This information is being shared confidentially and must be submitted by August 7, 2026.

Existing / Planned Plant Name Resource Type Contact Information Existing 102V-Ellershouse Wind Name: Email: Phone: Existing IR 673-Benjamin Mill Wind Wind Name: Email: Existing\ IR 762-Minas Highlands Wind Wind Name: Email: Existing 98V-Gu...

AI summary The document lists existing and planned wind and battery energy storage facilities in Nova Scotia, including contact information for each. It also references regulatory filings related to the approval of reliability standards by the North American Electric Reliability Corporation.