N-1Updates to RTR Market Elements Application
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July 31, 2026 Crystal Henwood Clerk of the Board Nova Scotia Energy Board 1601 Lower Water Street, 3rd Floor Halifax, NS B3J 3S3 Re: Application for Renewall Energy-requested Updates to Renewable to Retail Market Elements Dear Ms. Henwood:...
AI summary Renewall Energy Inc. requested updates to the Renewable to Retail market elements, seeking to access Nova Scotia Power Inc.'s distribution system for excess electricity from customers or generators. The Nova Scotia Energy Board directed NS Power to engage with interested parties and file an application for necessary tariffs by April 1, 2026.
Conclusion The Company acknowledges and appreciates the collaborative effort put forth by REI on this matter. It is understood by both parties that Nova Scotia remains in the early stage of Renewable to Retail market development and furthe...
AI summary The Company acknowledges REI's collaborative efforts and notes the early stage of the Renewable to Retail market in Nova Scotia. Additional tariff attachments are provided for the Board's review, including revised distribution, energy balancing, and standby service tariffs. The Company will support further work subject to a Board decision.
Crystal Henwood Clerk of the Board Nova Scotia Energy Board 1601 Lower Water Street, 3rd Floor Halifax, NS B3J 3S3 Dear Ms. Henwood , Power Advisory LLC (Power Advisory) was pleased to have been selected to provide support to Nova Scotia P...
AI summary Power Advisory LLC provided consulting services to Nova Scotia Power Inc. and Renewall Energy Inc. for Matter 12339, which involves amending or creating tariffs to enable distribution-connected generation and net billing for the Renewable to Retail market. Power Advisory supported the development and stakeholder engagement process for updated tariff documents.
From M12339 Board Order: - "On June 19, 2025, Renewall Energy Inc. asked the Board to direct (NS Power to conduct) an expedited process to amend existing renewable to retail tariffs or create a new tariff to enable distribution -connected...
AI summary In M12339, Renewall Energy Inc. requested the Board to direct NS Power to amend or create a new tariff to allow distribution-connected generation and net billing to participate in the renewable to retail program. NS Power argued the Board lacked jurisdiction, but the Board ruled it had the authority to approve such tariffs and directed NS Power to file an application by April 1, 2026, with an extension to June 1, 2026.
Nova Scotia Power Engages Power Advisory - In collaboration with Renewall Energy Inc. ( Renewall ), Nova Scotia Power Inc. (Nova Scotia Power) engaged Power Advisory to assist with the updates to the Renewable to Retail ( RtR ) program to...
AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. has engaged Power Advisory to update the Renewable to Retail program to include distribution-connected resources and net billing surplus. This follows an order from the Nova Scotia Energy Board to amend existing tariffs or create new ones to allow distribution-connected generation and net billing surplus to participate in the program.
In Scope: - Potential changes to the 5 Renewable to Retail tariff documents, or drafting of a new tariff document - Potential changes to related documents impacted by the proposed changes, such as the Licenced Retail Supplier (LRS) Terms &...
AI summary The scope includes potential changes to the 5 Renewable to Retail tariff documents and related impacted documents, such as the Licenced Retail Supplier (LRS) Terms & Conditions.
Out of Scope: - Legislative/Regulatory changes: Potential changes to legislation and/or regulations related to proposed changes to the tariffs - Net Metering : As net metering is not directly contemplated within the tariffs, any proposed c...
AI summary The document outlines that legislative and regulatory changes related to tariffs are out of scope, as well as any proposed changes to net metering, which is not directly addressed within the current tariff framework.
Tariff and Related Documents Reviewed - Five Renewable to Retail Tariffs - o Distribution Tariff, Energy Balancing Tariff, Standby Service Tarif f, Open Access Transmission Tariff, RTR Market Transition Tariff - o All tariff documents were...
AI summary The document outlines the review of several tariff and related documents, including five Renewable to Retail Tariffs, Licensed Retail Supplier Terms and Conditions, Interconnection Documents, and Market Rules. Power Advisory, Renewall, and Nova Scotia Power participated in the review. The RTR Market Transition Tariff had no proposed changes, while other documents may require updates after the approach on impacted tariffs is finalized.
Applicable Renewable to Retail Tariffs - There are five tariffs applicable for the [Renewable to Retail program](https://www.nspower.ca/oasis/renewable-to-retail) that were reviewed to consider whether updates were required to allow for di...
AI summary The document outlines five applicable tariffs for the Renewable to Retail program, including Distribution Tariff, Energy Balancing Service Tariff, Standby Service Tariff, Open Access Transmission Tariff, and Renewable to Retail Market Transition Tariff. It also notes that riders such as Fuel Adjustment Mechanism and Storm Cost Recovery Rider apply to Renewable to Retail customers.
Overview of Renewable to Retail Services & Tariffs 12 Power Advisory LLC 2026. All Rights Reserved. LRS T&Cs: The LRS shall ensure that each RtR Customer Contract contains an acknowledgement from the RtR Customer that the RtR Customer will...
AI summary The document provides an overview of Renewable to Retail (RtR) services and tariffs, including terms and conditions for Load Resource Service (LRS) contracts, which require customers to revert to NS Power's Bundled Service upon discontinuation of LRS Tariffed Service.
Summary: Distribution Tariff & Distribution Tariff Rate - The Distribution Tariff and the associated Distribution Tariff Rates relate to the provision of Distribution System Access to RtR Customers to enable the connection of the RtR Custo...
AI summary The Distribution Tariff and its associated rates govern how RtR Customers connect to the Distribution System. It is the only tariff paid directly by RtR Customers, while other tariffs are paid by Licenced Retail Suppliers. The tariff includes sections on definitions, purpose, scope, board approval, responsibilities, and other operational aspects.
1. Clearly defined terms and definitions - o There appears to be general acceptance that consistent and clearly defined terminology as it relates to the Distribution Tariff (and other related tariffs) is necessary - o REI has proposed init...
AI summary The document outlines the need for consistent terminology in distribution tariffs, with REI proposing definitions for 'Net Billing Surplus' and 'Distribution-Connected Generation,' specifying hourly granularity and export channels for bidirectional meters.
2. Potential Distribution Tariff charges for distribution -connected generation and/or surplus net billing - o There remains uncertainty regarding the potential incremental system costs resulting from permitting RTR supply to include distr...
AI summary The document discusses uncertainty around potential incremental system costs from allowing RTR supply to include distribution-connected generation and surplus net billing. It suggests developing scenarios to clarify how related charges would apply and to which parties. A jurisdictional scan by Power Advisory is referenced.
2. The calculation of the Standby Service Tariff - o REI suggested that actual measured demand should be used for the Standby Service Tariff, instead of "speculative gross or net assumptions". - o This may refer to the Demand Adjustment Fa...
AI summary REI argues that actual measured demand should be used for the Standby Service Tariff instead of speculative assumptions. This may relate to demand adjustment factors in the tariff calculation, which require further discussion to clarify REI's concern.
2. Impact of the treatment of losses o Depending on how distribution losses are integrated into the tariffs, and working under the assumption that the OATT will continue to be calculated based on metered load, there exists the possibility...
AI summary The text discusses the potential overcharging of the Load Resource Service (LRS) if distribution losses are not properly integrated into tariffs, particularly under the assumption that the OATT is calculated based on metered load rather than distribution supply, which may have lower losses.
Proposed Changes: RTR Market Transition Tariff - 1. To be resolved following clarifications in other tariff documents - o The priority should be to resolve the issues raised in relation to the key tariff documents. - o Once the approach on...
AI summary The proposed changes to the RTR Market Transition Tariff are contingent on resolving issues in other key tariff documents first. Once those issues are addressed, the RTR Market Transition Tariff will be revisited for potential updates.
Summary: LRS Terms & Conditions - The Licenced Retail Supplier Terms and Conditions enable the supply of renewable low -impact electricity to RtR Customers in accordance with the provisions of the Act and the regulations made thereunder. -...
AI summary The Licenced Retail Supplier (LRS) Terms & Conditions outline the framework for supplying renewable low-impact electricity to Renewable to Retail (RtR) customers under the Act and its regulations. The document covers definitions, eligibility, responsibilities, metering, billing, and service discontinuance, among other topics.
Proposed Changes: LRS T&C - 1. To be resolved following clarifications in other tariff documents - o The priority should be to resolve the issues raised in relation to the key tariff documents. - o Once the approach on the impacted tariff...
AI summary The document outlines proposed changes to the Load Resource Service Terms & Conditions (LRS T&C) and emphasizes the need to first resolve issues in key tariff documents before revisiting the LRS T&C for potential updates.
Ontario: Distribution Network Charges for Net Metering - Ontario distributors are required to operate a net metering program whose parameters are set out [in regulation](https://www.ontario.ca/laws/regulation/050541) - o As noted above, On...
AI summary Ontario distributors are required to operate a net metering program, but there is no uniform policy for how they should charge for power injection. Hydro Ottawa previously had a fixed monthly charge for net metering customers, but it was abandoned due to stakeholder support for self-generation, automation of billing, and existing fixed service charges. Retailers must confirm agreements for net metering customers, but the retail market is underdeveloped and lacks clear guidance.
Other Canadian Jurisdictions - Power Advisory has conducted a cursory review of other Canadian jurisdictions to understand what if any policies/charges they have with respect to injection of power to the distribution network - BC Hydro doe...
AI summary Power Advisory reviewed policies in other Canadian jurisdictions regarding charges for injecting power into the distribution network. BC Hydro does not charge net metering fees but has a specific rate for surplus energy from independent power producers. Other provinces offer net metering without ongoing fees, though some may charge one-time meter upgrade fees.
Australia - Australia has a largely unbundled utility industry, however, as a confederation, Australia has different policies in differen t states - o In most of Australia, customers are served by retailers; distribution and transmission s...
AI summary Australia has an unbundled utility industry with varying policies across states. Customers are served by retailers, while distribution and transmission operators manage infrastructure. Western Australia is an exception due to its lack of interconnection. Australia has a high rate of residential rooftop solar, with about a third of homes having installations by 2024. Feed-in tariffs allow retailers to buy power from distributed customers, and distributors may set charges for electricity injected into the grid, sometimes referred to as 'two-way pricing'.
Australia: Energy Purchases - Rules and terms governing these supplier offered feed -in -tariffs are generally left to the discretion of program providers - o Rate (fixed vs. time varying), contract length and other terms offered to genera...
AI summary The text discusses supplier-offered feed-in-tariff programs in Australia, highlighting that rules and terms are determined by program providers. It mentions variations in rate structures, contract terms, and payment options, including default payment methods and periodic credit payout choices.
UK: Energy Purchases - SEG is a [government initiative launched in January 2020](https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/smart-export-guarantee-seg-earn-money-for-exporting-the-renewable-electricity-you-have-generated) (with [regulatory...
AI summary The Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) is a UK government initiative launched in January 2020, requiring certain electricity retailers (SEG licensees) to pay small-scale generators for low-carbon electricity exported back into the grid. It replaced the Feed-in Tariff program and includes metering and certification requirements for eligible generation sources such as solar PV, wind, and micro-CHP.
2026 general tariff for low - and high -voltage distribution -connected generation in London (UK Power Networks) Tariff name Red/black unit charge p/kWh Amber/yellow unit charge p/kWh Green unit charge p/kWh Fixed charge p/MPAN/day Capacit...
AI summary The document outlines the 2026 general tariff structure for low- and high-voltage distribution-connected generation in London, including various charges and rates for different categories of generation. It also references a stakeholder meeting related to the RTR Tariff Application and Net-Billing Update.
Agenda - 1. Renewall Energy Inc. (REI) Proposal and Plan - 2. NS Power June 1 Application for Extension - 3. Renewable to Retail (RTR) Tariff Update Consideration - 4. Nova Scotia Energy Board (NSEB) RTR Tariff Update Application
AI summary The agenda outlines key items for discussion, including Renewall Energy Inc.'s proposal, an extension application by NS Power, and considerations for updating the Renewable to Retail (RTR) tariff, along with the NSEB's application for an RTR tariff update.
REI Proposal and Plan - Original RtR application in 2016, Matter M06214, was premised on the possibility of both transmission and distribution connected generators for a licenced retail suppliers. - Distribution-connected generation and ne...
AI summary REI plans to enter the RtR market in December 2026, aligning distributed generation with local load, and anticipates minimal surplus from BTM customers. The company will contract with distribution-connected generators after confirming tariffs and will use the DGIP process to assess distribution capacity.
Issues List (2 of 2) - Other tariff implications (including the Open Access Transmission Tariff and RtR Transition Tariff), including: - o How forecasted generation is settled against actual generation, for both distribution and transmissi...
AI summary The document outlines issues related to tariff implications, including the Open Access Transmission Tariff and RtR Transition Tariff, and discusses the implementation of the RtR Market Distributed Energy Resource, including the potential role of the Nova Scotia Independent Energy System Operator and the need for a pilot basis or set review period due to market uncertainty.
RTR Tariff Update Consideration - RTR Energy Balancing Service (EBS), Standby Service (SS), and the Market Transition (RTT) Tariff are costed and priced based on NS Power customer class costs and load profiles, while the RTR tariff pricing...
AI summary The RTR Tariff Update considers the costing and pricing of RTR Energy Balancing Service, Standby Service, and Market Transition Tariff based on NS Power customer class costs and load profiles. A new tariff is proposed for the aggregation of distributed generation by LRS, with charges initially focused on administrative costs. REI's market model allows for customer generation exceeding load, unlike NS Power's net metering model. The treatment of losses in the RTR Distribution-Connected market remains unresolved.
RTR Tariff Update Consideration - The Standby Service Tariff requires calculation of the capacity value of LRS' generation. The calculation and methodology relating to the capacity contribution factor and related credit remain under discus...
AI summary The document discusses the need to update the RTR Tariff, including the Standby Service Tariff and the creation of a new Distribution-connected Aggregation Service (DAS) Tariff. It highlights uncertainty regarding the development of the RTR distributed generation market and the potential future oversight role of IESO-NS. Simplifying assumptions and future reviews are recommended.
DISTRIBUTION-CONNECTED AGGREGATION SERVICE The Distribution-connected Aggregation Service (DAS) is provided by NS Power to Licenced Retail Suppliers (LRS) to facilitate the purchase by the LRS of LRS Customer Distribution-connected Generat...
AI summary The Distribution-connected Aggregation Service (DAS) is provided by NS Power to Licensed Retail Suppliers (LRS) to facilitate the purchase of surplus distribution-connected generation from LRS customers. The service supports the transport of electricity across the NS Power grid and enables the identification and accumulation of hourly surplus generation for use in various tariffs.
AVAILABILITY This DAS Tariff is applicable to the LRS in order to facilitate the purchase of RtR Customer Distribution-connected Generation by the LRS and the delivery and sale of this generation and LRS Distribution-connected Generation t...
AI summary The DAS Tariff applies to the LRS to enable the purchase of RtR Customer Distribution-connected Generation by the LRS and the delivery and sale of this generation and LRS Distribution-connected Generation to LRS Customers. The tariff is subject to specific conditions, including a valid LRS Participation Agreement with NS Power and the purchaser being an NS Power customer under the Distribution Tariff.
APPLICABILITY - (1) An LRS taking service under this DAS Tariff shall also take service under the Open Access Transmission Tariff (OATT), the Standby Service Tariff, the Energy Balancing Service Tariff, and the Renewable to Retail Market T...
AI summary The DAS Tariff requires LRS to take service under multiple other tariffs, including OATT and Standby Service. NS Power will track customer imports and exports to support billing and commercial arrangements under the DAS and related tariffs.
ADMINISTRATION CHARGE As a new service offering, the cost of providing this service is uncertain and the applicable regulatory practice remains to be determined. Until reviewed and, if necessary, revised at some point in the future, it is...
AI summary The document discusses the initial implementation of an Administration Charge for a new service offering, with costs initially recovered through the LRS' Customer under the Distribution Tariff. The monthly charge is calculated annually based on forecasted costs and the number of LRS' subscribed, and will be submitted to the Nova Scotia Energy Board for approval as part of the 2027 Annually Adjusted Rates Application.
DAS TARIFF REVIEW In light of the early stages of RtR market development in general and, in particular, Distributionconnected Generation market development following 2028, a review of the operation of this tariff and the broader RtR constr...
AI summary The DAS Tariff review will be conducted by NS Power to assess the operation of the tariff and the broader RtR construct, with potential revisions proposed to the Board if needed. If issues arise, the Board may intervene to adjust the tariff on an expedited basis to protect customers.
ENERGY BALANCING SERVICE The Energy Balancing Service is a supplemental generation service provided to Licenced Retail Suppliers (LRS) in respect of the Licenced Retail Supplier's Renewable to Retail (RtR) Customers utilizing the productio...
AI summary The Energy Balancing Service is a supplemental generation service provided to Licensed Retail Suppliers (LRS) for their Renewable to Retail (RtR) Customers. It ensures reliability by delivering complementary energy and receiving surplus generation, and must be taken with Standby Service under the Standby Service Tariff.
2. PURPOSE OF THE DISTRIBUTION TARIFF In accordance with the provisions of the Act and the regulations made thereunder, NS Power will, subject to the terms of this Distribution Tariff, provide Distribution System Access to RtR Customers to...
AI summary The purpose of the Distribution Tariff is to enable RtR Customers to connect to the Distribution System, as mandated by the Act and its regulations, with NS Power providing Distribution System Access under the terms of the tariff.
3. SCOPE OF THE DISTRIBUTION TARIFF The Distribution Tariff is applicable to all RtR Customers connected to the Distribution System. This Distribution Tariff is not applicable to RtR Customers directly connected to the Transmission System...
AI summary The Distribution Tariff applies to all RtR Customers connected to the Distribution System, excluding those directly connected to the Transmission System, which must arrange access through the LRS under the OATT. The tariff outlines terms and conditions for Distribution System Access and retail services.
4. BOARD APPROVAL The Distribution Tariff has been approved by the Board. Nothing contained in the Distribution Tariff shall be construed as affecting in any way the right of NS Power to make application to the Board for a change in any ra...
AI summary The Board has approved the Distribution Tariff, but this approval does not limit NS Power's right to apply for changes to rates, terms, or conditions in the future.
5. APPENDICES For greater certainty, Appendix A attached hereto forms part of the Distribution Tariff.
AI summary Appendix A is attached to the Distribution Tariff and forms part of it for greater certainty.
8. RTR CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES The RtR Customer shall be responsible for: - (a) payment of all fees and charges arising in connection with the Distribution Tariff; - (b) compliance with the terms and conditions of the Distribution Tariff...
AI summary The RTR Customer is responsible for paying fees under the Distribution Tariff, complying with its terms, obtaining renewable low-impact electricity from an LRS, and managing contractual arrangements with the LRS.
10.1 Provision and Ownership NS Power will provide, install and seal all revenue class meters as necessary for application of this Distribution Tariff. The meters will be used for determining charges for Distribution System Access under th...
AI summary NS Power is responsible for providing, installing, and sealing revenue class meters for RtR Customers under the Distribution Tariff. These meters are required for determining distribution charges and must meet specific regulatory requirements. The ownership of all metering equipment remains with NS Power.
APPENDIX A: DISTRIBUTION TARIFF RATE SCHEDULES \ Note: for certainty, all capitalized terms shall, unless otherwise defined herein, have the meanings ascribed thereto in the Distribution Tariff.
AI summary This section introduces Appendix A, which contains distribution tariff rate schedules. It includes a note defining capitalized terms according to the Distribution Tariff, ensuring clarity for all stakeholders involved in the regulatory proceeding.
CHARGES Distribution Tariff energy and demand charges are applicable to RtR Customer metered energy and demand. Where LRSs are purchasing electricity from customers with Distribution-connected Generation, Distribution Tariff energy and dem...
AI summary The document outlines the application of Distribution Tariff energy and demand charges to RtR Customers and LRSs purchasing electricity from customers with Distribution-connected Generation, specifying that charges apply only to customer imports and exclude exports to the system.
AVAILABILITY This Standby Service Tariff is applicable to the LRS in order to facilitate the purchase of renewable low-impact electricity by Renewable to Retail (RtR) Customers. This Standby Service Tariff is provided under the following t...
AI summary The Standby Service Tariff applies to the Load Response Service (LRS) to enable Renewable to Retail (RtR) Customers to purchase renewable low-impact electricity. Key conditions include a valid LRS Participation Agreement with NS Power, service to RtR Customers, and tracking of customer imports and exports for billing and tariff purposes.
APPLICABILITY - (1) An LRS taking service under this Standby Service Tariff shall also take service under the Open Access Transmission Tariff (OATT), the Energy Balancing Service Tariff, and the Renewable to Retail Market Transition Tariff...
AI summary The Standby Service Tariff applies to Load Response Service (LRS) providers, requiring them to take service under multiple tariffs including OATT and Energy Balancing Service Tariff. The service is applicable only to firm load and considers distribution system losses in determining load quantities.
Where: - o "k" is the number of otherwise applicable bundled service rate classes to RtR customers of an LRS. - "CMPFDi" is hourly kW Class Monthly Peak Firm Demand (CMPFD) of the LRS firm load in each tariff class at the time of system co...
AI summary The text defines key terms related to rate classes and demand calculations for LRS customers, including the number of bundled service rate classes and CMPFD, which considers firm load demand at transmission delivery points and excludes customer exports.
Retail Supplier licence issued by the Board in accordance with the Act and regulations made thereunder which authorizes a person to sell renewable low-impact electricity generated within the Province. RtR Customer : A Retail Customer who i...
AI summary The text defines key terms related to the licensing and operations of Licensed Retail Suppliers (LRS) in Nova Scotia, including definitions for RtR Customer, RtR Customer Premises, and the Renewable to Retail Market Transition Tariff (RTT), which allows LRS to recover fixed and embedded costs from NS Power.
3.0 SCOPE AND APPLICABILITY OF THE LRS T&CS - 3.1 These LRS T&Cs are applicable to an LRS who enters into an LRS Participation Agreement with NS Power for provision of LRS Tariffed Services to the LRS. - 3.2 The LRS T&Cs and are deemed to...
AI summary This section outlines the scope and applicability of the Load Response Service (LRS) Terms and Conditions (T&Cs), which apply to LRS participants entering into an LRS Participation Agreement with Nova Scotia Power. It specifies that the T&Cs form part of the agreement and cover procedures such as metering, load settlement, and billing, while clarifying that distribution system access is not included in the agreement.
6.0 ELIGIBILITY OF THE LRS - 6.1 Subject to the terms and conditions set out herein, an LRS shall be eligible for LRS Tariffed Services from NS Power, if the following conditions are met to the satisfaction of NS Power: - (a) LRS has a val...
AI summary This section outlines the eligibility criteria for Load Response Service (LRS) to access LRS Tariffed Services from NS Power. Key requirements include holding a valid Retail Supplier Licence, executing a Participation Agreement, meeting credit assurance standards, and being qualified as a Market Participant by the NS Power System Operator.
7.0 LRS PARTICIPATION IN NS POWER TARIFFS 7.1 The LRS shall subscribe to all of the LRS Tariffed Services. For certainty, the LRS shall not be entitled to receive one or more of the individual LRS Tariffed Services without accepting and re...
AI summary The LRS must subscribe to all LRS Tariffed Services as a single package and cannot select individual services separately.
8.0 LRS RESPONSIBILITIES - 8.1 The LRS shall be responsible for: - (a) the procurement of electricity from qualified low-impact renewable electricity generators; - (b) acquiring the services delivered under, and remaining in compliance wit...
AI summary The Load Response Service (LRS) is responsible for procuring electricity from renewable generators, complying with various tariffs, paying fees to NS Power, managing customer consents and information, and ensuring compliance with NS Power regulations and the Board Electricity Retailers Regulations in Nova Scotia.
10.2 Interruption of LRS Tariffed Services 10.2.1 NS Power shall have the right to suspend or interrupt the delivery of Distribution System Access, relating to either the delivery of electricity to RtR Customers from the LRS or the provisi...
AI summary NS Power has the right to suspend or interrupt LRS Tariffed Services for safety, repairs, or system improvements, provided they make reasonable efforts to minimize the duration of such interruptions. However, LRS remains obligated to pay all applicable charges during these suspensions.
14.1 Provision and Ownership - 14.1.1 NS Power will install and seal all revenue class meters for the purpose of measuring the output of the LRS' generation resources and the RtR Customer's load, including any export from bidirectional met...
AI summary This section outlines NS Power's responsibilities regarding the installation, ownership, and regulation of revenue class meters for LRS generation resources and RtR Customers. It specifies that NS Power will install and maintain these meters, which will be used for billing and load settlement purposes. Metering equipment remains NS Power's property and must comply with applicable regulations.
15.2 NS Power Settlement and Billing to LRS for Aggregated Charges - 15.2.1 Charges for LRS Tariffed Services provided to the LRS shall be based on the aggregated RtR Customer load and the LRS aggregate generation (whether owned or contrac...
AI summary This section outlines how NS Power will invoice the Load Response Service (LRS) for aggregated charges related to tariffed services, transmission services, and ancillary services based on specific tariffs and market rules.
ENERGY BALANCING SERVICE The Energy Balancing Service is a supplemental generation service provided to Licenced Retail Suppliers (LRS) in respect of the Licenced Retail Supplier's Renewable to Retail (RtR) Customers utilizing the productio...
AI summary The Energy Balancing Service is a supplemental generation service provided to Licensed Retail Suppliers (LRS) for their Renewable to Retail (RtR) Customers. It ensures reliability by delivering complementary energy and receiving surplus generation, and must be taken with Standby Service under the Standby Service Tariff.
AVAILABILITY This Energy Balancing Service Tariff is applicable to the LRS in order to facilitate the purchase of renewable low-impact electricity by RtR Customers. This Energy Balancing Service Tariff is provided under the following terms...
AI summary The Energy Balancing Service Tariff applies to the Load Resource Service (LRS) to enable the purchase of renewable low-impact electricity by Renewable to Retail (RtR) Customers. The LRS must have a valid LRS Participation Agreement with NS Power and provide service to RtR Customers.
APPLICABILITY - (1) An LRS taking service under this Energy Balancing Service Tariff shall also take service under the Open Access Transmission Tariff (OATT), the Standby Service Tariff, and the Renewable to Retail Market Transition Tariff...
AI summary This section outlines the applicability of the Energy Balancing Service Tariff, including requirements for Licensed Retail Suppliers (LRS) to take service under other tariffs, the calculation of top-up and spill quantities based on metered energy and losses, compliance with regulations, and the role of NS Power in approving spill capacity and tracking customer imports and exports.
3. SCOPE OF THE DISTRIBUTION TARIFF The Distribution Tariff is applicable to all RtR Customers connected to the Distribution System. This Distribution Tariff is not applicable to RtR Customers directly connected to the Transmission System...
AI summary The Distribution Tariff applies to all Retail to Retail (RtR) customers connected to the Distribution System. It does not apply to RtR customers directly connected to the Transmission System, except for retail costs, which must be arranged by the Licensed Retail Supplier (LRS) under the OATT.
4. BOARD APPROVAL The Distribution Tariff has been approved by the Board. Nothing contained in the Distribution Tariff shall be construed as affecting in any way the right of NS Power to make application to the Board for a change in any ra...
AI summary The Board has approved the Distribution Tariff, but this approval does not prevent NS Power from applying for changes to rates, terms, and conditions in the future.
11.1 Application of Distribution Tariff Rates The Distribution Tariff amounts payable by the RtR Customer will be calculated by NS Power using the RtR Customer's meter readings and the Distribution Tariff Rate Schedule applicable to the Rt...
AI summary This section outlines how NS Power calculates distribution tariff amounts for RtR Customers based on meter readings and applicable rate schedules. It also states that if an RtR Customer's operational or consumption characteristics change, NS Power will adjust the applicable distribution tariff rate accordingly.
1 The Distribution Tariff provides charges for distribution system access for distribution-connected customers; however, the tariff also includes charges for retail costs which are also applicable to transmission-connected customers. Domes...
AI summary The document outlines the Distribution Tariff, detailing charges for distribution system access applicable to both distribution-connected and transmission-connected customers, including customer charges, distribution charges, and minimum monthly charges for different service categories, effective dates, and transformer ownership credits.
7.0 LRS PARTICIPATION IN NS POWER TARIFFS 7.1 The LRS shall subscribe to all of the LRS Tariffed Services. For certainty, the LRS shall not be entitled to receive one or more of the individual LRS Tariffed Services without accepting and re...
AI summary This section outlines that Licensed Retail Suppliers (LRS) must subscribe to all LRS Tariffed Services as a single package, without the option to select individual services.
8.0 LRS RESPONSIBILITIES - 8.1 The LRS shall be responsible for: - (a) the procurement of electricity from qualified low-impact renewable electricity generators; - (b) acquiring the services delivered under, and remaining in compliance wit...
AI summary This section outlines the responsibilities of Licensed Retail Suppliers (LRS) in Nova Scotia, including procurement from renewable generators, compliance with various tariffs, payment of fees, customer consent requirements, and adherence to NS Power regulations and Board regulations.
13.114.1 Provision and Ownership 13.1.114.1.1 NS Power will install and seal all revenue class meters for the purpose of measuring the output of the LRS's generation resources and the RtR Customer's load, including any export from bi-direc...
AI summary NS Power is responsible for installing and maintaining revenue class meters for measuring generation resources and customer load. Meter data is used for billing purposes under applicable tariffs. NS Power retains ownership of the meters and must comply with relevant regulations during installation.
14.215.2 NS Power Settlement and Billing to LRS for Aggregated Charges - 14.2.115.2.1 Charges for LRS Tariffed Services provided to the LRS shall be based on the aggregated RtR Customer load and the LRS aggregate generation (whether owned...
AI summary This section outlines the billing and settlement process for NS Power to LRS for aggregated charges, including the basis for charges based on aggregated customer load and generation, and the specific tariffs under which NS Power will invoice LRS for various services.
14.415.4 Determination of RtR Load Requirement at Transmission Voltage 14.4.l15.4.1 Meter readings for distribution-connected RtR Customer loads will be adjusted for distribution losses using established average annual rate class losses fo...
AI summary Meter readings for distribution-connected RtR Customer loads are adjusted for distribution losses using average annual rate class losses to determine load requirements at the transmission voltage level for applicable LRS Tariffed Services.