{"id":7263,"date":"2026-06-09T22:16:53","date_gmt":"2026-06-09T22:16:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/econoler.com\/?post_type=case_study&#038;p=7263"},"modified":"2026-06-09T22:19:24","modified_gmt":"2026-06-09T22:19:24","slug":"nova-scotia-power-smart-grid-advisory-support","status":"publish","type":"case_study","link":"https:\/\/econoler.com\/en-ca\/case-studies\/nova-scotia-power-smart-grid-advisory-support\/","title":{"rendered":"Nova Scotia Power Smart Grid Advisory Support"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section class=\"wp-block-group wp-pattern__text-two-cols is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-blue-2-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Guiding Strategy, Measuring Impact<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To make strategic decisions and maximize the Pilot\u2019s value, Nova Scotia Power sought support from Econoler. Our mandate was designed to tackle this challenge from two angles: strategy and technical expertise.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div style=\"height:var(--wp--preset--spacing--lg)\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-blue-1-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">We supported Nova Scotia Power in two major ways.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>1- <strong>Strategic advisory<\/strong> \u2013 supporting Nova Scotia Power in defining its Smart Grid strategy by drawing lessons from leading jurisdictions across Canada and the U.S. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Econoler examined:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How regulatory frameworks enable Smart Grid deployment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How investments are justified.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Which value streams\u2014in addition to reducing rate pressure\u2014can support smart grid investments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Common practices and lessons around behind-the-meter DER asset ownership.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Best practices and lessons learned from similar pilots elsewhere.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>2- <strong>Technical expertise for evaluation<\/strong> \u2013 ensuring the pilot\u2019s impacts were clearly measured and understood, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Reviewing Nova Scotia Power\u2019s assumptions on value streams and benefits to both the utility and customers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assessing evaluation approaches and baseline assumptions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Addressing concerns and expectations raised by regulators and stakeholders to ensure robust, actionable insights.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>By combining strategic insight with technical rigor, Econoler helped Nova Scotia Power connect the dots between innovation, regulation, and real-world outcomes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group wp-pattern__color-spacer is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-blue-3-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-blue-3-background-color has-background wp-pattern__color-spacer__separator\"\/>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group wp-pattern__text-two-cols wp-pattern__text-two-cols--spacer-color-right is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-white-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our Approach To Unlock Pilot Value<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-green-1-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size\">1 &#8211; <strong>Research on Best Practices<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To provide Nova Scotia Power with actionable guidance, Econoler analyzed what works\u2014and why\u2014beyond Nova Scotia. We approached the solution with a mix of comparative research, direct engagement, and technical evaluation, ensuring our recommendations were grounded in best practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Key activities included:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Conducting a literature review of leading jurisdictions in Canada and the U.S., identifying the objectives, technologies, and evaluation approaches of Smart Grid and DERMS projects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Interviewing program administrators to understand how benefits are measured, how DER assets are owned and managed, and which lessons could be applied in Nova Scotia.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Converting lessons learned and successes from other jurisdictions into tangible recommendations applicable to Nova Scotia Power\u2019s Smart Grid pilot.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:var(--wp--preset--spacing--lg)\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-green-3-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-green-3-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>2- <strong>Measuring Meaningful Impacts<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To complement the strategic insights, Econoler also provided hands-on technical expertise to ensure the pilot\u2019s benefits were measurable and meaningful:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Reviewing assumptions on value streams provided by Nova Scotia Power.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assessing evaluation methods and baseline assumptions to validate accuracy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Incorporating stakeholder and regulator perspectives to produce a robust, credible analysis of the pilot\u2019s outcomes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This dual approach \u2014 strategic and technical \u2014 ensured Nova Scotia Power had the information and quantification of impacts to make informed decisions about its Smart Grid strategy moving forward.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group wp-pattern__color-spacer is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-blue-3-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-blue-3-background-color has-background wp-pattern__color-spacer__separator\"\/>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group wp-pattern__text-two-cols is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-blue-1-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Smarter, More Resilient Energy Future<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-grey-200-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Grid-modernization initiatives are essential to managing the growing share of solar, electric vehicles, and battery storage on today\u2019s electricity systems. By combining these resources with advanced demand response and control platforms, utilities can operate more flexible, efficient, and reliable grids that respond dynamically to changing conditions and evolving customer needs.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>For customers, smarter grids mean more consistent and higher quality service, better access to clean energy, and lower electricity costs. For utilities, such pilot initiatives can provide practical insights and data needed to inform large-scale deployment of smart grid solutions and deliver meaningful system benefits.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div style=\"height:var(--wp--preset--spacing--lg)\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group wp-pattern__color-spacer is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-green-3-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-green-3-background-color has-background wp-pattern__color-spacer__separator\"\/>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-group wp-pattern__text-image has-blue-3-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex 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