Electricity Publications and Maps

This section contains any publications, such as informative brochures that Alberta Energy has produced. You will find publications on electricity and many of their pertinent issues. Public reports covering various electricity topics produced by Alberta Energy are available. You can learn more about various electricity issues with quick, informative fact sheets.

Fact Sheets

These documents provide information about the Electricity industry in Alberta. If you have further questions, see the Frequently Asked Questions portion of our site.

Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC) Act
In 2007 the province introduced legislation to promote efficiency in Alberta’s energy regulatory system. The Alberta Utilities Commission Act, which came into effect on January 1, 2008 separated the Alberta Energy and Utilities Board (EUB) into two separate regulatory bodies—the Energy Resources Conservation Board (ERCB) and the Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC).  (May 2009)

Bill 50, Electric Statutes Amendment Act, 2009
Under Bill 50, the Electric Statutes Amendment Act, 2009, the Government of Alberta will have the responsibility for identifying which transmission infrastructure is needed, while the regulatory process will continue to address public concerns as to where transmission facilities are located.  (September 2009)

Heartland Transmission
As a result of growth in our province, there is a significant need for new transmission lines to move power from where it is generated to all Albertans who use it. (November 2009) 

Micro-Generation
Alberta’s Micro-generation Regulation is the set of rules that allows electricity customers to generate their own environmentally friendly electricity and receive credit for any power they do not use and send into the grid.
(August 2009)

Regulated Rate Option(RRO) 
The new RRO will be made up entirely of one month forward hedges. It will vary by the month, similar to regulated gas rates. The RRO provides an option to consumers while encouraging the development of the competitive market and greater choice for customers. (June 2009)

Regulated Rate Option Charts
The Regulated Rate Option (RRO) offers residential, farm, irrigation and small business consumers the opportunity to receive electricity service at a regulated rate during the transition to a competitive retail electricity market. This fact sheet explains how the Regulated Rate Option works. (June 2009)

Residential Bill
Consumers in Alberta have a choice when it comes to the company they buy their electricity from. Each household can make a decision that suits their service and budget needs, this fact sheet explains the components of your bill.

Transmission
Transmission lines move power from where it is made—generated—to where it is needed. Alberta’s transmission system is aging, congested and inefficient. The need for major new transmission is critical. (September 2009)

Wind Power
Wind power has the potential to provide 20 per cent of Canada’s electricity demands—that is enough power for 17 million homes.  This fact sheet explains more about wind power. (April 2009)

Publications

Electricity and You
Alberta's electricity system is a network of generation facilities, transmission lines, retailers and regulators.  This interactive graphic illustrates how electricity works in Alberta.

New Generation Brochure
Alberta's competitive power industry is attracting developers and investors who see opportunities for new power generation in the dynamic and diversified Alberta economy. New Power Generation in Alberta is designed to give developers an overview of the process of gaining approval for new projects or expansion of existing generation. [2004]

Alberta Distributed Generation Interconnection Guide
The Alberta Distributed Generation Interconnection Guide provides guidelines for connecting a generation facility to the Alberta Interconnected Electric System (AIES) via a Wire Owner's distribution system, and assists in determining the technical and operating requirements of the facility. (July 2002)

Alberta's Energy Industry- Overview and Economic Impact
Energy Sector Highlights and Economic Impact, Minerals, Natural Gas, Petrochemicals, Oil Sands and Conventional Oil, Electricity, Hydrocarbon Resources. [2008]

Find your Regulated Rate Provider

Regulated providers of electricity service operate only in specific geographical areas, the Utilities Consumer Advocateoffers a listing of providers searchable by the closest city or town.