Topic:"Tariff Design" in M03413

or other business relationship between Interconnection Customer and the entity having the right to sell, lease or grant Interconnection Customer the right to possess or occupy a site for such purpose. Stand Alone Network Upgrades shall mea...

AI summary The text defines key terms related to interconnection agreements and procedures, including 'Stand Alone Network Upgrades,' 'Standard Generator Interconnection and Operating Agreement (GIA),' and 'System Protection Facilities.' It emphasizes collaboration between the Transmission Provider and Interconnection Customer, with definitions tied to the Transmission Provider's Tariff and regulatory oversight by the Board.

Meeting the 2015 Commitment 4 Meeting the 2015 commitment for 25% renewable electricity supply, will be challenging, but it is achievable. We will use the following tools and mechanisms to get us there: - Large-scale, community-based, and...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSPI) aims to meet the 2015 commitment of 25% renewable electricity supply through large-scale projects, regulatory changes, biomass requirements, Feed-In Tariffs (FIT) for small projects, and an enhanced net metering program. NSPI will pursue large projects with UARB approval, while FIT ensures fair returns for small producers and net metering expands participation.

Reduced Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Improved Air Quality Current methods of electricity generation produce 50 percent of Nova Scotia's greenhouse gas emissions, and the vast majority of our air pollutant emissions. The 2008 Nova Scotia Wi...

AI summary Nova Scotia's Renewable Electricity Plan aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by displacing coal and oil with renewables and natural gas, improving air quality and lowering costs. The plan includes legislative steps, FIT rate hearings, and program reviews. Wind power integration could avoid significant GHG costs, impacting electricity rates by 2-3%.

Part III: Feed-in Tariffs

AI summary The document section 'Part III: Feed-in Tariffs' is introduced but lacks substantive content or discussion of specific policies, programs, or regulatory decisions related to feed-in tariffs in Nova Scotia.

Community feed in tariff - 20 (1) In accordance with Section 4A of the Act the Board shall set a tariff under this Section for each of the following classes of generation facility: - (a) wind, - (i) with a capacity over 50kW; and - (ii) wi...

AI summary The Board is mandated to establish a community feed-in tariff for specific renewable energy generation facilities, including wind, biomass CHP, tidal, and run-of-the-river hydro. Tariff calculations must account for asset valuation, depreciation, labor costs, interconnection expenses, and return on investment.

Developmental tidal array tariff - 21 (1) In accordance with Section 4A of the Act the Board shall set a tariff under this Section for developmental tidal arrays. - (2) In determining a tariff for developmental tidal arrays the Board shall...

AI summary The Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board is mandated to set a tariff for developmental tidal arrays, considering costs related to manufacturing, deployment, and operation. However, the tariff must exclude costs covered by government grants and interconnection expenses with the electrical grid.

Developmental tidal array tariff qualifications - 24 In order to qualify for a tariff under section 21 the generation facility - (a) must be located in the Province; - (b) must be a developmental tidal array; - (c) must interconnect with t...

AI summary To qualify for a developmental tidal array tariff under section 21, a generation facility must be located in Nova Scotia, be a tidal array, interconnect with the electrical grid via a transmission system, and be approved under Section 30.

Approval or rejection of application - 30 (1) The Minister may approve or reject an application which satisfies the requirements under Part III of these regulations, subject to such other terms and conditions as the Minister determines are...

AI summary The Minister has authority to approve or reject applications meeting Part III requirements, subject to terms and conditions. Approved applicants receive a feed-in tariff renewable electricity approval, which cannot be transferred without prior Ministerial consent. Approved applicants must comply with regulations and complete their projects.

- .1 stantial completion of the work. - .2 (6) months following delivery to the Place of the Installation. - .2 Owner, through the Engineer, shall promptly give the Vendor notice in writing of observed defects and deficiencies that occur d...

AI summary The text outlines warranty obligations and factory test requirements for electrical equipment, including procedures for reporting defects, correcting issues, and assigning warranties. It also specifies testing standards for circuit breakers, current transformers, and bushings.

- .2 CSA Standards - .1 C156.1, Ceramic and Glass Station Post Insulators - .2 G164, Hot Dipped Galvanized or Irregularly Shaped Articles - .3 W59, Welded Steel Construction (metal-ark welding) - .3 NEMA Standards - .1 Std. SG-6, Power Swi...

AI summary This document outlines the standards and submittal requirements for electrical components, including CSA, NEMA, ANSI/IEEE, and ISO standards, as well as specifications for operation and maintenance data and manufacturer drawings for disconnect switches.

2.1 The overall assembly enclosure(s) shall provide protection from ingress of rodents, insects, and moisture; and the possibility of arcing faults within the enclosure. - 1.12.2 The material for all external sides of the enclosure and int...

AI summary The document outlines technical specifications for the assembly enclosures, including protection against environmental factors, material requirements, grounding provisions, environmental control, and fire suppression capabilities.

9 IN-PLANT INSPECTION AND TESTING - 9.1 The Owner, Purchaser, Engineer, and/or their authorized agents shall have the privilege of inspecting and witnessing all testing at all times during the manufacture of the equipment or materials orde...

AI summary This section outlines the requirements for in-plant inspection and testing during equipment manufacturing, including the right to inspect, advance notice requirements, and the submission of test results to the Engineer.

- .8 Formwork: - .1 Forms: to CSA-A23.1, plywood and lumber, clean and free of loose knots, splits or metal. - .2 Form Ties: to CSA-A23.1, removable or snap-off metal ties, fixed or adjustable length. Form ties, tie wire, spacers or other...

AI summary The text outlines specifications for formwork and concrete mix, referencing various Canadian standards and testing methods. It details requirements for materials such as form ties, release agents, and curing compounds, as well as specifications for concrete mix proportions and air content.