Topic:"Stakeholder Engagement" in M12499

Relief Sought While the need for temporary modificationsto the TVP pilot is disappointing – particularly in light of the significant progress and momentum achieved to date – it reflects the only viable path forward under current system con...

AI summary NS Power acknowledges the need for temporary modifications to the TVP pilot but remains committed to its long-term success. The company plans to reschedule a technical session and provide updates from previous proceedings. It also seeks relief from the NSEB and intends to continue stakeholder engagement.

ry of the lost funds would be subject to stakeholder participation and Board approval. The Board considers that such an eventuality can be avoided, while maintaining the continuity of the TVP program. Further, the Board does not accept NS...

AI summary The Board rejects NS Power's claim that TVP participants must leave the program if the TVP Tariffs incorporate standard offer rates during system outages. The Board argues that participants can remain in the program without penalty and that there is no incentive to leave if the rates are the same. System functionality is expected to return by 2026.

2 M12499 – NSEB Letter, 324825, page 2. Question/Comment as stated in the NSEB's October 7, 2025 Letter2 NS Power's Response/Clarification Also, NS Power said it informed the Consumer Advocate and Small Business Advocate of its proposal, b...

AI summary NS Power informed the Consumer Advocate and Small Business Advocate of its proposal for the 2025/26 TVP Season but did not seek their positions due to time constraints. Other stakeholders were not canvassed in advance. The correspondence was shared with the Board's broader distribution list, and NS Power continues to welcome stakeholder input.

The SBA stated: The SBA was looking forward to hearing from NS Power about its plans for improvements in these programs during the Year 4 pilot; however, it now appears that any possibility of momentum in this direction will be negated by...

AI summary The SBA expresses concerns about NS Power's inability to track results from the Year 4 pilot and recommends an update to the Application and a technical session with intervenors. NS Power acknowledges the impact of a cybersecurity incident on the TVP program but remains committed to its approach and plans to resume stakeholder sessions once systems are restored.

Conclusion Stakeholder submissions demonstrate strong engagement and broad support for Option A, including endorsements from the CA and Synapse. While alternative suggestions – such as midseason CPP billing or adjusting TVP rates to match...

AI summary Stakeholders strongly support Option A for the TVP program, endorsed by the CA and Synapse. Alternative suggestions like midseason CPP billing or adjusting TVP rates to match the SOR were considered but rejected due to complexity and potential negative impacts. NS Power's approach is seen as a balanced solution under constrained circumstances.

g) By not analytically deriving Option A rate parameters would this mean that: i. The proposed rates are discriminatory? ii. A load shape differential has not been established to determine if the lower cost recovery is justified on a cost...

AI summary The SBA questions whether not analytically deriving Option A rate parameters could lead to discriminatory rates, failure to establish load shape differentials, and lack of behavioral consumption change justification. NS Power responds that the temporary application of winter off-peak rates is not intended to drive behavior and reflects existing Board-approved rates from a four-year stakeholder engagement process.

55 Synapse (Board Counsel Consultant) Comments, page 5. Theme Party Party Question or Comment NS Power Reply

AI summary The document presents a table from Synapse's comments in a regulatory proceeding, outlining themes, parties, questions/comments, and NS Power's replies. It is part of a broader regulatory process involving stakeholder engagement and evidence requirements.

ry of the lost funds would be subject to stakeholder participation and Board approval. The Board considers that such an eventuality can be avoided, while maintaining the continuity of the TVP program. Further, the Board does not accept NS...

AI summary The Board rejects NS Power's argument that TVP participants must leave the program if standard offer rates are incorporated into TVP Tariffs. It emphasizes that participants can remain in the program without penalty and that there is no incentive to leave if rates are equivalent. The Board also anticipates system functionality will return by 2026.