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The Gas Distribution Access Rule (GDAR) relates to the conduct of gas distributors towards gas vendors, including gas marketers; and to the access to distribution services provided by distributors. Information on the GDAR EBT Standards Working Group.

A cost assessment study was undertaken to ensure a complete, fair and transparent review of all alternative cost assessment models and recommend a new model that would address the impact of both recent legislative changes on the OEB and changes in the current mix of energy market participants.

The Board formed the RPP Working Group to study the options, identify implementation issues, and make recommendations to Board staff.

Information relating to Third Tranche CDM activities, including CDM Plans, Decisions, Annual Reports, and LRAM and SSM applications.

On August 23, 2004, the Board launched a consultation process to develop a new regulated price plan for eligible electricity consumers.

The OEB provides the regulatory framework for the smart metering initiative.

The proposed smart meter implementation plan suggested the mandatory technical requirements for smart meters and the support systems distributors would require.

The Board issued its Report and 2006 Electricity Distribution Handbook on May 11, 2005.

Amendments to the DSC to provide greater clarity as to local electricity distribution companies’ rights and obligations with respect to customers owing money for unpaid electricity charges or for a security deposit.

The Board established reporting and record keeping requirements for natural gas utilities and licensed gas marketers.

Application by the CCTA for an amendment to electricity distributor licences to establish uniform terms and conditions of access to electricity distribution power poles.

The EBT Standards govern the exchange of information among automated systems to enable electricity distributors and retailers to meet the requirements of the Retail Settlement Code.

Amendments to the DSC to enhance public safety in circumstances where a distributor disconnects a customer.

Facilitate the development of viable competitive markets in natural gas through review of the role of storage, transportation and the supply of commodity gas.

Amend the Electricity Retailer Code of Conduct and the Code of Conduct for Gas Marketers to reflect, for example, legislative amendments such as Bills 58, 210, 23.

The Board reviewed Service Quality Regulation, as part of the phased development of second-generation PBR for electricity distribution

Request from the Minister of Energy for Hydro One Networks Inc. to submit to the Board a proposal for rebating existing, and new, metered market participants when they make alternative arrangements for the provision of meter services.

Develop a process to identify and review transmission system enhancements to improve economic efficiency.

Amendments to the DSC in order to facilitate the connection of cleaner, alternative and renewable energy sources to distribution systems.

Report to the Minister with recommendations on options for delivery of demand-side management and demand response activities in the electricity sector and on the role of electricity and natural gas distributors in demand side management.

Amendments to the RSC in order to be consistent with amendments made to the Ontario Energy Board Act, 1998, and several changes made by the Independent Electricity Market Operator.

Combined proceeding for several applications for distribution service area amendments.

Undertake cost allocation studies to allocate revenue requirement between rate classes.

Develop a second generation RBR rate approach for electricity distributors post 2006.

The OEB initiated a proceeding to determine if changes are required to the TSC.