IESO Nova Scotia opens competitive procurement process for critical electricity generation capacity to replace coal-fired power plants
IESO Nova Scotia has launched its first competitive procurement for new electricity resources, today issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for up to 600 megawatts of fast-acting generation capacity through one or two 300-megawatt natural gas generation facilities.
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.
Transmission Planning Engineer
Who we are IESO Nova Scotia is an independent, non-profit organization that is responsible for the planning of an electrical system that meets the province’s energy needs now and into the future. This includes procurement of new electricity generation and storage resources at the best possible cost and, over the next two years, taking on […]
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.
Delivering value for Nova Scotians focus of 2026-2027 revenue requirement application
IESO Nova Scotia submitted a $14.9 million budget for 2026-2027 to the Nova Scotia Energy Board (NSEB) for approval. Continuing work to make Nova Scotia’s electricity system more reliable, sustainable, and cost-effective is the focus of the system operator.
Exploring options for new foundational electricity generation in Pictou County
HALIFAX – The province’s new independent energy system operator is exploring how to add new, foundational electricity generation in Pictou County to work alongside wind in replacing coal-fired generation. IESO Nova Scotia issued a request for expressions of interest (REOI) for organizations to build, own and operate at least 300 megawatts of fast acting gas […]