Topic:"Renewable Energy" in M12370

CI C0061003 – POA LP HP IP Turbine Refurbishment (NSEB M12370) NSPI Responses to NSEB Information Requests 1 Request IR-1: 2 3 4 (a) What is the current rated capacity (in MW) of the Point Aconi (PA) generating unit? 5 (b) Is the PA unit c...

AI summary The document outlines information requests and responses regarding the Point Aconi generating unit, including its rated capacity, emissions profile, cost classification, and future retirement plans. It highlights the unit's mixed emissions profile and provides details on its current and future role in the power system.

NON-CONFIDENTIAL Estimated Year Generation 2026 900 GWh 2027 600 GWh 2028 200 GWh 2029 200 GWh 2030 0 GWh 1

AI summary The table provides estimated generation levels from 2026 to 2030, showing a significant decline starting in 2027, with no generation expected by 2030. This could indicate a planned phase-out or reduction in power generation capacity over time.

2 (h) The firm capacity of Point Aconi is 168 MW. As outlined in the Path to 2030 – 2024 3 Update and the 2025 10-Year System Outlook , the NSIESO is now responsible for 4 procuring new fast-acting generation required to replace firm capac...

AI summary The document references the firm capacity of Point Aconi at 168 MW and mentions the NSIESO's responsibility for procuring new fast-acting generation to replace firm capacity and retire coal-fired generators by 2030. It also references a specific proceeding and responses from NSPI.

REDACTED 1 Request IR-2: 2 3 Starting in 2014, please provide the $/MWh values for each year for the PA unit and compare 4 this cost to similar thermal units such as Point Tupper and Lingan. 5 6 Response IR-2: 7 8 Due to the cyber incident...

AI summary The request asks for \/MWh values for the PA unit from 2014 onwards and a comparison to other thermal units. However, due to a cyber incident, NS Power cannot provide data from 2014 to 2020. A table is provided showing fuel costs per MWh from 2021 to 2024 for POA and LIN units.

CI C0061003 – POA LP HP IP Turbine Refurbishment (NSEB M12370) NSPI Responses to NSEB Information Requests

AI summary This document outlines Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s (NSPI) responses to information requests from the Nova Scotia Energy Board (NSEB) regarding the CI C0061003 – POA LP HP IP Turbine Refurbishment (NSEB M12370).

Request IR-1: - a) What is the current rated capacity (in MW) of the Point Aconi (PA) generating unit? - b) Is the PA unit classified as lower-emitting or higher-emitting? - c) Is the PA unit classified as lower-cost or higher-cost compare...

AI summary The document contains four requests (IR-1 to IR-4) seeking detailed information about the Point Aconi generating unit, including its capacity, emissions, cost, retirement, and replacement plans, as well as its alignment with NS Power's renewable energy targets.

M12370 – Nova Scotia Power Inc. – CI C0061003 – POA LP HP IP Turbine Refurbishment – $4,861,261 The Board has reviewed the application by Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) dated July 7, 2025. NS Power requested Board approval of a capital...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NS Power) has requested approval for a $4,861,261 capital expenditure to refurbish the turbine and components at the Point Aconi generating station. The Board has reviewed the request and found the work necessary and the cost justified. The project aligns with Integrated Resource Plans and is necessary to maintain system reliability and meet renewable energy targets.