Topic:"Regulatory Compliance" in M12778

n October 25, 2024, NS Power requested an extension to file this report from October 31, 2024, to November 29, 2024. The Board granted the extension to file this report by letter on October 28, 2024.)

AI summary NS Power requested an extension to file a report from October 31, 2024, to November 29, 2024. The Nova Scotia Energy Board (NSEB) approved the extension via a letter dated October 28, 2024.

DATE FILED: March 31, 2026 Page 4 of 33 1 is gained with revisions proposed in matters M10905 and M12174. As noted above, 2 a significant number of issues remain outstanding pending that review.2 3 4 The Board also indicated that it was pr...

AI summary The document discusses the approval of revised Standard Generation Interconnection Procedures (SGIP) by the NSEB, pending confirmation from the IESO-NS. It also references the NSPSO's second annual Interconnection Process Proceeding report and compliance with directives from the NSEB's Decision in M10905/M12174.

… 1 2 3 4 5 6 Looking ahead, curtailment will be reviewed in the context of the FERC Order 2023 review, which will provide a perspective on how the implementation of approaches such as "connect and manage", for example, are affecting curta...

AI summary The document discusses the review of curtailment in the context of FERC Order 2023 and outlines nine recommendations for improving the interconnection process in Nova Scotia, including Cluster Study opportunities, cost allocation approaches, and enhancements to information systems.

5.0 CONCLUSION As detailed in this report, the majority of Synapse's recommended actions and Board directives related to distribution processes are now complete, with remaining transmission-related items now transitioning to the IESO-NS. T...

AI summary The report concludes that most Synapse-recommended actions and Board directives on distribution processes are complete, with remaining items transitioning to IESO-NS. NSPSO will focus future reports on active directives and distribution interconnection items. NS Power addressed Board guidance on distribution upgrade cost allocation, emphasizing system benefits and minimizing financial barriers for customers, and will submit a draft regulation for approval.

M12778 – Nova Scotia Power Incorporated – Interconnection Processes Proceeding – Annual Report NS Power filed its Annual Interconnection Process Proceeding Report dated and received by the Board on March 31, 2026. The Board provides the fo...

AI summary NS Power submitted its Annual Interconnection Process Proceeding Report to the Board on March 31, 2026. The Board outlined a timeline for interested parties to comment (April 22, 2026) and for NS Power to respond (May 6, 2026). The report is part of regulatory proceedings under M10905.

May 6, 2026 Crystal Henwood Clerk of the Board Nova Scotia Energy Board 1601 Lower Water Street, 3rd Floor Halifax, NS B3J 3S3 Re: M12778 – NS Power Annual Interconnection Processes Proceeding Report – Reply Comments Dear Ms. Henwood: On M...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power (NS Power) submitted its 2026 Annual Interconnection Processes Proceeding Report in response to the Nova Scotia Energy Board's (NSEB) request. This follows prior submissions (M10905, M12174) and addresses comments from the Small Business Advocate (SBA). The Consumer Advocate (CA) referenced its prior submissions in M12524, which relates to Concentric Energy Advisors' analysis of FERC Order No 2023.

Status of Recommendations and Directives In its comments, the SBA expresses concern that the Annual Report presents a "proposed conclusion of status"[1](#page-0-0) of Synapse recommendations and Board directives from M10905 without final s...

AI summary The SBA criticizes the 2026 Annual Report for marking Synapse recommendations and Board directives as 'Complete' without final stakeholder review. NS Power argues completeness was confirmed via M10905 and M12174 proceedings. Three new directives ('Connect and Manage Approach,' 'Curtailment,' 'Lower Capacity Threshold Effects') were marked complete for the first time in 2026.

Distribution Network Upgrade Cost Refund Regulation In Section 3.0 of the Annual Report, NS Power provided an update on Synapse's outstanding recommendation for NS Power to "Support Development of Additional Distribution Network Upgrade Co...

AI summary NSP updated on Synapse's recommendation for a refund regulation, discussed cost allocation proposals in M10905 and M12174 proceedings, and requested NSEB to accept the 2026 Annual Interconnection Process Report. NSEB provided cost allocation directions, and NSP deferred technical sessions to future proceedings.

2026 Annual Interconnection Processes Proceeding Report In this current matter M12778, the second annual Interconnection Processes Proceeding report, the NSPSO provided an update on the status of Synapse recommendations and Board directive...

AI summary The 2026 Annual Interconnection Processes Proceeding Report (M12778) provides an update on the NSPSO's progress in implementing Synapse recommendations and Board directives, including FERC Order 2023, distribution hosting capacity, and reporting requirements for distributed generation and battery projects. Two outstanding issues remain: the development of a refund regulation for distribution network upgrades and reporting requirements for non-CNMP projects.

Distribution Network Upgrade Cost Allocation and Refund Regulation NS Power is in the process of completing a comprehensive Regulation review which encompasses the Board-approved Regulations as a whole, with the objective of ensuring they...

AI summary NS Power is conducting a comprehensive review of its regulations to ensure alignment with the Board's directives and operational needs. The company is assessing the scope of updates required and has not yet provided a timeline for filing proposed amendments.