Topic:"Regulatory Oversight" in M07543

Performance Targets and Thresholds 3 - i. Performance Targets apply to the period of the UARB-approved Supply Agreement with NS Power, rather than annually; - ii. EfficiencyOne is deemed to be in substantial compliance with the UARBapprove...

AI summary Performance Targets under the UARB-approved Supply Agreement with NSP apply to the agreement period, not annually. EfficiencyOne must achieve at least 90% of each target; otherwise, a regulatory process is triggered.

4) COST ALLOCATION - a) The Parties agree to collaboratively work to develop new DSM cost allocation and DSM cost recovery models to be submitted by October 31, 2015 for approval or Decision by the Board, or within a reasonable period of t...

AI summary Parties agree to collaboratively develop DSM cost allocation and recovery models by October 31, 2015, for UARB approval. Key items include 2015 and 2016-2018 DSM allocations, 2014 RSA, and mid-course adjustments. NSP retains discretion to apply to UARB regarding DSM cost accounting and recovery mechanisms.

Filing has historically triggered a regulatory process. Year Report/ Process Filing Timeframe Inclusions 2015 Annual Progress Report End of March • Summary of 2015 context, activities and milestones achieved • 2015 investment by rate class...

AI summary The document outlines historical regulatory processes triggered by filings, including the 2015 Annual Progress Report, 2016 2015 Evaluation Reports, and 2016 Q1 Report. These filings include summaries of activities, investment by rate class, performance targets, energy savings, and updates to planned activities.

8) DSM ADVISORY GROUP DISCUSSIONS a) If consensus is not achieved on any of the above items to be addressed within the DSM Advisory Group, such items will be presented to the UARB for determination.

AI summary If the DSM Advisory Group cannot reach consensus on any items, those items will be submitted to the UARB for determination. This outlines the process for unresolved issues within the DSM Advisory Group discussions.

Performance Targets and Thresholds[10](#page-22-1) - i. Performance Targets apply to the period of the UARB-approved Supply Agreement with NS Power, rather than annually; - ii. EfficiencyOne is deemed to be in substantial compliance with t...

AI summary Performance Targets apply to the UARB-approved Supply Agreement period, not annually. EfficiencyOne achieves substantial compliance if 90% or more of targets are met; below 90% triggers a regulatory process. References include a 2015 NSUARB Order and a 2016 supply agreement approval.

4.3.4.1 LOW INCOME CONSIDERATIONS

AI summary This section addresses low-income considerations within a Nova Scotia regulatory proceeding, focusing on demand-side management and utility ratepayer board processes. Key entities include DSM programs, expenditure criteria, and advisory groups involved in resource planning and regulatory decisions.

4.5 REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

AI summary Section 4.5 outlines reporting requirements under Nova Scotia's regulatory framework, involving entities like NSUARB and DSMAG. It references criteria for DSM expenditures and integrated resource planning, emphasizing transparency and compliance with regulatory standards.

"Schedule 1"

AI summary Schedule 1 of a Nova Scotia regulatory proceeding document outlines key acronyms and entities involved in demand-side management and utility regulation. It references programs, criteria, and boards central to energy planning and ratepayer oversight.

8) DSM ADVISORY GROUP DISCUSSIONS a) If consensus is not achieved on any of the above items to be addressed within the DSM Advisory Group, such items will be presented to the UARB for determination.

AI summary The DSM Advisory Group will refer unresolved items to the UARB for determination if consensus is not achieved on discussed items.

M06733 JUNE 30, 2016 CONSENSUS AGREEMENT IN THE MATTER OF: THE PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT, RSNS 1989, c. 380 AND IN THE MATTER OF: THE ORDER OF THE NOVA SCOTIA UTILITY AND REVIEW BOARD IN MATTER M06733 DIRECTING THE PARTIES TO PURSUE RESOLUTION...

AI summary This consensus agreement under Matter M06733 involves EfficiencyOne and NS Power, addressing a supply agreement for 2016–2018 and unresolved issues deferred to the DSM Advisory Group. The Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board approved the Consensus Agreement but not the Quantum Agreement, directing non-financial provisions to the DSM Advisory Group. Unresolved matters were to be submitted by June 30, 2016.

Performance Targets and Thresholds[10](#page-22-1) - i. Performance Targets apply to the period of the UARB-approved Supply Agreement with NS Power, rather than annually; - ii. EfficiencyOne is deemed to be in substantial compliance with t...

AI summary Performance Targets under the UARB-approved Supply Agreement with NSP apply over the agreement's term, not annually. EfficiencyOne achieves compliance if 90% or more of targets are met; otherwise, a regulatory process is triggered. References include M06733 (NSUARB Order) and a 2016 supply agreement application.

4.3.4.1 LOW INCOME CONSIDERATIONS

AI summary This section addresses low-income considerations in regulatory proceedings, likely focusing on utility services and programs. It may involve Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSP) and the Utility and Ratepayer Board (UARB), with potential references to Demand Side Management (DSM) and Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) initiatives.

4.4 DSM TRACKING, EVALUATION AND VERIFICATION

AI summary This section outlines requirements for Demand Side Management (DSM) tracking, evaluation, and verification processes under Nova Scotia regulatory proceedings, involving Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSP) and the Utility and Ratepayer Board (UARB). It references DSM programs and Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) frameworks.

M06733 IN THE MATTER OF: THE PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT And IN THE MATTER OF: An application by EfficiencyOne for Approval of a Supply Agreement for Electricity Efficiency and Conservation Activities between EfficiencyOne and Nova Scotia Power I...

AI summary EfficiencyOne seeks approval for a supply agreement with Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSP) and the 2016-2018 Demand Side Management (DSM) Plan. Co-applicants EfficiencyOne and NSP have reached consensus on key terms, reserving the right to amend positions based on further evidence. The application is governed by the Public Utilities Act and reviewed by the Utility and Ratepayer Board (UARB).

Report Timing and Contents

AI summary The document outlines requirements for the timing and contents of reports in a Nova Scotia regulatory proceeding, involving entities such as Nova Scotia Power Inc. and the Utility and Ratepayer Board.