Topic:"Regulatory Approval Processes" in M12839

DESCRIPTION: This project is for the refurbishment of Bridge 10.10 located along the Sydney Coal Railway (SCR). The SCR is critical for the supply of solid fuel to Lingan Generating Station, linking Lingan to the International Coal Pier. T...

AI summary This project involves refurbishing Bridge 10.10 on the Sydney Coal Railway to ensure safe operation and fuel supply to Lingan Generating Station. NS Power conducted inspections and will replace bridge components while maintaining clearance and elevation. The Board's directive on the Decarbonization Deferral Account (DDA) requires NS Power to notify participants about future capital work orders, which was fulfilled on May 4, 2026.

REDACTED CI C0084033 Page 4 of 4 POWER An Emera Company Instructions: Select option in Column B. Columns C through G will auto-populate. Document No: XXX-XX-XXXX-XXXX Codes and/or Standards Defined (D) NR P D D D

AI summary The document contains a table with columns related to codes and standards, including options for selection and auto-population. It is part of a regulatory proceeding and includes document and instruction details.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 2 (d) Please refer to IR-1(c)(ii). NS Power is not contracted for any services beyond 2030. 3 4 (e) Please refer to Attachment 3 to the application, sections 1.3 and 5. An alternative was 5 discussed involving installati...

AI summary NS Power is not contracted for services beyond 2030. An alternative bridge refurbishment method involving cover plates on existing girders was considered but rejected due to safety guidelines and corrosion concerns. The girder cover plate alternative was deemed inappropriate by Transport Canada's Bridge Safety Management guidelines, which NS Power is required to follow under the Railway Safety Act.

CI C0084033 – RC SCR Bridge 10.10 Refurbishment (NSEB M12839) NSPI Responses to Nova Scotia Energy Board Information Requests 1 Request IR-3: 25 and therefore relies upon AREMA. 26 27 Transport Canada's Guideline puts the responsibility on...

AI summary The document outlines NSPI's response to information requests regarding the refurbishment of Bridge 10.10, emphasizing compliance with AREMA standards and addressing corrosion-related reductions in load-carrying capacity. The response includes details on the responsibilities of the Railway Bridge Engineer and the need to meet specific design and safety standards.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 Request IR-5: 2 3 Why does NS Power seek to meet the American Railway Engineering and Maintenance-of 4 Way Association (AREMA) standards in addition to Transport Canada's standards? 5 6 (a) What would this project cost i...

AI summary NS Power is asked why it seeks to meet AREMA standards in addition to Transport Canada's standards for a project. The response indicates that meeting AREMA standards inherently satisfies Transport Canada's requirements, resulting in no additional cost impacts.

REDACTED INFORMATION REQUESTS To: Lana Myatt Manager, Regulatory Capital Nova Scotia Power Inc. P.O. Box 910 Halifax, NS B3J 2W5 By email: [email protected] From: Board Staff Nova Scotia Energy Board Responses Due: Tuesday, June 23, 20...

AI summary The Nova Scotia Energy Board has issued a redacted information request to Lana Myatt of Nova Scotia Power Inc., seeking regulatory responses by June 23, 2026. The request includes contact details for submission and follow-up, with oversight by Board Clerk Crystal Henwood.