CI C0053699 Renewable to Retail Implementation (NSEB M12588) NSPI Responses to NSEB Information Requests
AI summary This document pertains to NSPI's responses to information requests from NSEB regarding the Renewable to Retail Implementation (NSEB M12588). It outlines NSPI's position and provides details related to the implementation process.
NON-CONFIDENTIAL 1 for aggregating LRS customer meter interval data so the correct distribution-class loss 2 factor can be applied to the aggregation to account for losses in the distribution system. 3 4 (b) Configurations and internal int...
AI summary The document discusses NS Power's development of configurations and integrations for its CIS and MDMS platforms, including collaboration with Renewall Energy Inc. (REI) during various stages of system development and testing. It highlights the review of functional designs, such as the web form application for RCTRA and tariff billing calculations, to ensure transparency and agreement with REI.
CI C0053699 Renewable to Retail Implementation (NSEB M12588) NSPI Responses to NSEB Information Requests
AI summary This document outlines NSPI's responses to information requests from the NSEB regarding the implementation of the Renewable to Retail (RTR) program. It provides details on the program's structure, operational considerations, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Active Submissions Total A - Technical Evaluation A-1 - Adherence to RFP requirements A-2 - Ongoing support availability and service levels A-3 - Speed and efficiency of implementation (or project) plan, availability, and delivery the indu...
AI summary The text outlines a request for clarification regarding the role of the Finance Business Analyst in the RtR Project Implementation team, specifically their involvement in updating and enhancing the CIS and MDMS systems.
1 Request IR-1: Junior Business Analyst Capturing detailed requirements, documenting procedural and technical specifications; updating processes; updating as is & to be processes; test development; training development; preparing SCADA cha...
AI summary The document outlines various roles and responsibilities for different positions involved in the implementation of the RCTRA (Renewable to Retail) process, including tasks related to system updates, training development, and project management.
Interest to be compounded Total Renewable to Retail Regulatory Asset (including interest recovery) 995,559 1,001,077 1,006,783 1,012,489 1,018,195 1,023,901 1,029,607 1,035,314 1,041,025 1,046,736 1,052,448 1,058,159 1,063,871 1,069,582 1,...
AI summary The text presents a table showing the Total Renewable to Retail Regulatory Asset (including interest recovery) over time, with values listed for various months from February 2021 to September 2022. The table indicates the growth of this asset over the specified period.
Request IR-10: (a) 1 (e) Please explain whether the referenced "increase in technical requirements for 2 forecasted generation data integration" were driven in whole or in part by 3 cybersecurity incident remediation needs and provide supp...
AI summary The response to Request IR-10 clarifies that the increase in technical requirements for forecasted generation data integration was not influenced by cybersecurity incident remediation. The response also explains that project costs related to the Renewable to Retail (RtR) implementation are being tracked separately from cybersecurity incident costs.
- 6 As mentioned in part (b), NS Power does not have access to the original estimate details. 1 Request IR-12: 15 one was available and it did not materially affect the scope of the rebuild effort. 16 17 (ii) There is no cost impact or add...
AI summary The text discusses the timeline for restoring smart meter reading capabilities to NS Power systems by March 31, 2026, and the operational capability for interval data collection by Q3 2026. It also mentions the current plan for enabling AMI requirements for the Renewable to Retail (RtR) implementation, supporting Renewall's Q4 2026 COD.
The purpose of the Transfer Customer to RTR LRS (TC)form is to allow the LRS to request that a customer be transferred to them as a customer, on a specific date, with the express permission of the customer. The TC will include the common s...
AI summary The Transfer Customer to RTR LRS (TC) form enables Licensed Retail Suppliers (LRS) to request customer transfers with the customer's permission on a specific date.
5.4 PDF Attachment # Section Name Description Data Type Format Example Required 2 3 (a) M12619, N-1, page 133, lines 12-20 stands alone as a factual statement. The changes to 4 the Customer Information System (CIS) to support the RtR imple...
AI summary The document discusses the implementation of the Renewable to Retail (RtR) project, noting that changes to the Customer Information System (CIS) are of low complexity and do not significantly affect the risk profile. It also references a prior letter of credit proceeding and highlights a significant increase in AFUDC costs from $96,024 to $653,657.
1 Request IR-1: 2 3 Refer to M12588, Exhibit N-1, the Renewable to Retail (RtR) Implementation Project 4 submitted by NS Power (the "Application"). Regarding the variance between the previously 5 filed cost estimates and those updated, ple...
AI summary The document discusses a request (IR-1) related to a variance in cost estimates for the Renewable to Retail (RtR) Implementation Project submitted by NS Power. The request asks for a breakdown of the variance, reasons for increased costs, and mitigation steps. NS Power responds that due to a cyber incident, they cannot provide the requested comparison and note that the original estimate was developed over a year ago without sufficient detail.
- [1] On December 1, 2025, Nova Scotia Power Incorporated asked the Nova Scotia Energy Board to approve a capital project to develop and implement updates and enhancements to existing software solutions to facilitate the "renewable to reta...
AI summary Nova Scotia Power Incorporated requested approval for a capital project to update software and business processes to support the renewable to retail market. The project, costing $5.6 million, was deemed necessary by the Board despite concerns about cost recovery and transparency. Renewall Energy Inc. raised some concerns, but the Board found them speculative and approved the project.
1 M12588 2 3 NOVA SCOTIA ENERGY BOARD 4 5 IN THE MATTER OF: The Public Utilities Act, R.S.N.S. 1989, c.380, as amended 6 7 IN THE MATTER OF: An application by NOVA SCOTIA POWER 8 9 INCORPORATED for approval of CI C0053699 Renewable to Reta...
AI summary The document is an information request (IR-1) submitted by the Small Business Advocate to Nova Scotia Power, Inc. (NS Power), regarding an application for approval of a renewable to retail implementation project valued at $5,644,468. The response is due by February 17, 2026.
1 2026 M12588 2 3 NOVA SCOTIA ENERGY BOARD 4 IN THE MATTER OF: The Public Utilities Act 5 6 7 IN THE MATTER OF: An Application by Nova Scotia Power Incorporated for approval of CI C0053699 Renewable to Retail Implementation $5,644,468 8 9...
AI summary The Nova Scotia Energy Board is handling an application by Nova Scotia Power Incorporated for approval of a Renewable to Retail Implementation Project. Renewall Energy Inc. has submitted information requests regarding the project team, detailed requirements, customer transition mechanisms, and cost recovery processes.
27 1 Request IR-19: 2 Reference: M11875, N-5, NSPI (REI) IR 4 (e). 3 4 5 6 NS Power does not believe the vintage of the Customer Information System has a bearing on the cost effectiveness of the overall approach to technology enhancements...
AI summary NS Power argues that the age of the Customer Information System (CIS) does not affect the cost-effectiveness of technology enhancements for the Renewable to Retail (RtR) Market. However, the CIS has undergone significant customizations and is no longer under vendor support, posing a high technology risk. The request seeks clarification on these statements and their relation to technical integration complexity and cost allocation.
2026 M12588 NOVA SCOTIA ENERGY BOARD IN THE MATTER OF: The Public Utilities Act IN THE MATTER OF: An Application by Nova Scotia Power Incorporated for approval of CI C0053699 Renewable to Retail Implementation $5,644,468
AI summary This document outlines a regulatory proceeding under the Public Utilities Act, concerning an application by Nova Scotia Power Incorporated for approval of a $5,644,468 Renewable to Retail Implementation project.
- [1] On December 1, 2025, Nova Scotia Power Incorporated asked the Nova Scotia Energy Board to approve a capital project to develop and implement updates and enhancements to existing software solutions to facilitate the "renewable to reta...
AI summary Nova Scotia Power Incorporated requested approval for a capital project to update software solutions for the 'renewable to retail' market. The project, which began in 2023, is necessary to comply with statutory obligations. While no intervenors argued the project was unnecessary, concerns were raised about cost transparency and recovery. The Board approved the project, directing NS Power to ensure costs are not leveraged outside the renewable to retail market.
Interpretation 2 (1) In this Act, … "retail customer" means a person who uses, for the person's own consumption in the Province, electricity that the person did not generate; "retail supplier" means a person who is authorized to sell renew...
AI summary The text defines key terms in the Electricity Act, including 'retail customer' and 'retail supplier.' It specifies that retail suppliers sell renewable low-impact electricity within the province and are not considered public utilities unless deemed so by regulations.
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