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Progress continues toward securing critical electricity generation capacity with decision by New Brunswick Energy and Utilities Board
The New Brunswick Energy and Utilities Board has approved NB Power’s Renewable Integration Grid Stability project, securing up to 100 megawatts of fast-acting generation capacity for Nova Scotia as the province works to strengthen grid reliability and expand renewable energy.
Federal decisions received on urgently needed fast-acting electricity generation projects
IESO Nova Scotia has received federal decisions confirming that proposed fast-acting generation facilities in Marshdale and Salt Springs do not require additional federal assessment, clearing an important step in efforts to strengthen grid reliability as the province transitions away from coal.
Spring 2026 Quarterly Report | IESO Nova Scotia
An update on IESO Nova Scotia’s work to establish independent electricity system planning and grid operations in Nova Scotia.
IESO Nova Scotia makes draft procurement documents available for stakeholder feedback
IESO Nova Scotia has posted drafts of its Request for Proposals and Tolling Agreement for its upcoming procurement of fast-acting natural gas generation capacity.
IESO Nova Scotia completes first steps toward securing critical new generation capacity for the province
IESO Nova Scotia has received conditional approval from the province’s Minister of Environment and Climate Change on its Environmental Assessment for its proposed fact-acting electricity generation project in Pictou County.
IESO Nova Scotia takes next step to secure important additional capacity for provincial power grid
IESO Nova Scotia has signed a term sheet with NB Power that secures Nova Scotia the option to contract 100 megawatts of fast-acting generation capacity from a new facility planned for Centre Village, New Brunswick.