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.

Your Residential Electricity Bill 
An important element of Alberta’s restructured electricity marketplace is the freedom for customers to choose the energy provider and products that best suit their needs. The key to making informed decisions in this new consumer environment is knowledge. Here’s a look at the components of a typical residential Alberta electricity bill and what consumers should know about them. (July 2006)

Bill 46:  The Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC) Act - Fact Sheet
The province has introduced legislation to promote efficiency in Alberta’s energy regulatory system. Bill 46, the Alberta Utilities Commission Act, will separate the Alberta Energy and Utilities Board (EUB) into two separate regulatory bodies—a new Energy Resources Conservation Board and the Alberta Utilities Commission.  (November 2007)   

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 2008)

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 2008)

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 2008) 

Publications

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. [2004]

Find your Regulated Rate Provider

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