Topic:"Regulatory Oversight" in M12914

4 Which would be the delta between the Placeholder Marine Survey cost and the Contracted Marine Survey cost after the RFP process is complete. 1 depending on timing.5 The public (including the marine market) would see only the 2 difference...

AI summary The text discusses the difference between the Placeholder Marine Survey cost and the Contracted Marine Survey cost after the RFP process is complete, emphasizing the need to protect commercially sensitive information while ensuring regulatory oversight and accountability.

1 6.0 REGULATORY REVIEW PROCESS 2 3 The Board indicated in early 2026 in its draft schedule of regulatory processes that 4 NSPML's assessment could be pursuant to an in person regulatory review process, 5 which NSPML assumes would be simil...

AI summary NSPML is requesting a paper-based regulatory review process for its 2027 and 2028 Assessment Application, offering to refund part of its regulatory budget if the Board agrees. It also requests written submissions following oral closing arguments if an oral hearing is required, to ensure an efficient and well-documented process.

AMENDED HEARING ORDER NSP Maritime Link Incorporated (NSPML) applied to the Nova Scotia Energy Board on June 25, 2026, for approval of its 2027/2028 revenue requirements and cost assessment from Nova Scotia Power Inc. The Board has determi...

AI summary NSP Maritime Link Incorporated (NSPML) applied for approval of its 2027/2028 revenue requirements and cost assessment. The Nova Scotia Energy Board has set a timetable for written submissions and reply submissions, with the possibility of converting to an oral hearing if needed. No intervenor evidence was filed, and no requests for an oral hearing were made.

June 30, 2026 [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) Shellie Woolham Director, Regulatory Affairs and Governance PO Box 910 Halifax, NS B3J 2W5 Dear Ms. Woolham: M12914 NSP Maritime Link Inc. (NSPML) – 2027-2028 Cost...

AI summary NSP Maritime Link Inc. has submitted an application for approval of its 2027/2028 revenue requirements and cost assessment. The Nova Scotia Energy Board has opted for a paper hearing process but reserves the right to hold a full oral hearing. NSPML requested confidential treatment for parts of the application, which was accepted by the Board.

NOVA SCOTIA ENERGY BOARD IN THE MATTER OF the PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT and the MARITIME LINK ACT and the MARITIME LINK COST RECOVERY PROCESS REGULATIONS - and - IN THE MATTER OF AN APPLICATION by NSP MARITIME LINK INCORPORATED for approval of...

AI summary This document outlines a regulatory proceeding involving the approval of revenue requirements and cost assessment for NSP Maritime Link Incorporated under the Public Utilities Act and Maritime Link Cost Recovery Process Regulations.

To: Nova Scotia Energy Board - 1. The Department of Energy intends to participate in this proceeding and may address any or all of the issues as established by the Energy Board. Through the Minister of Energy, the Department of Energy has...

AI summary The Department of Energy intends to participate in the proceeding and may address any or all of the issues as established by the Energy Board. The Department of Energy requests that all notices and information be provided to specific individuals.

IN THE MATTER OF the PUBLIC UTILITIES ACT and the MARITIME LINK ACT and the MARITIME LINK COST RECOVERY PROCESS REGULATIONS - and –

AI summary This document pertains to a regulatory proceeding under the Public Utilities Act, the Maritime Link Act, and the Maritime Link Cost Recovery Process Regulations. It sets the context for a regulatory review involving cost recovery processes related to the Maritime Link project.

AMENDED HEARING ORDER NSP Maritime Link Incorporated (NSPML) applied to the Nova Scotia Energy Board on June 25, 2026, for approval of its 2027/2028 revenue requirements and cost assessment from Nova Scotia Power Inc. The Board has determi...

AI summary NSP Maritime Link Incorporated applied for approval of its 2027/2028 revenue requirements and cost assessment. The Nova Scotia Energy Board has set a timetable for written submissions and will consider converting the proceeding to an oral hearing if needed. No intervenor evidence was filed, and the amended hearing order has been posted.

1. MULTI-YEAR ASSESSMENT The IG supports approval of NSPML's multi-year assessment application for 2027 and 2028. This is the first multi-year filing by NSPML and is a step toward the regulatory efficiency that the Board has repeatedly enc...

AI summary The Industrial Group (IG) supports the approval of NSPML's multi-year assessment application for 2027 and 2028, citing improved forecasting confidence and regulatory efficiency. NSPML has transitioned to a condition-based vegetation management program and has proposed a multi-year approach for Marine Survey costs, which is expected to yield modest regulatory cost savings for customers.

4. LTAMP The LTAMP remains incomplete. As the Board will recall, in its 2026 Assessment Decision the Board directed NSPML to provide quarterly status reports on the commercial in-service LTAMP until the related true-up application is filed...

AI summary The Long-Term Asset Management Plan (LTAMP) remains incomplete, with NSPML indicating that resolution may be delayed beyond 2026. The Industrial Group (IG) recommends continued quarterly reporting by NSPML to ensure transparency and oversight by the Board and intervenors.

2. Kev Service Agreements Still Unsigned The SBA notes that NSPML has yet to complete negotiations for 3 key service agreements that would support reliable service to customers and provide some measure of certainty in the cost of future an...

AI summary The Small Business Advocate (SBA) highlights that NSPML has not finalized three key service agreements, which are critical for reliable service and cost certainty. These include agreements related to HVDC cables, converter station service, and marine survey costs. The SBA argues that timely negotiation should be standard practice without requiring external incentives.