EPCORs SAS Rate Phase II Decision

In proceeding 29213, the Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC or Commission) approves EPCOR Distribution and Transmission Inc.’s (EPCOR) application to update its system access service (SAS), cost-of-service study (COS study), and rate design model to change its demand allocators for demand-based charges. The AUC also approved updates to definitions within EPCOR’s SAS Rate Schedule and Distribution Tariff Policies.



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DFO Contribution in Aid of Construction Policy (CIAC) – Update

In proceeding 29006, ten participants submitted written arguments to the Alberta Utilities Commission (the Commission or AUC) following rounds of extensive information requests (IRs) and evidence. A virtual hearing for reply arguments is scheduled for April 23, 2025.



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Direct Energy Complaint Regarding ATCO Terms & Conditions

Direct Energy filed a complaint to the AUC (ID 29934) regarding ATCO’s interpretation and implementation of their own terms & conditions when Direct Energy issues a permanent disconnection request to ATCO Electric. 



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AESO Rate DOS Application – Decision Details

In Decision 28989-D01-2024-002, The Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC or Commission) released its reasons for approving the  Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) application to amend the Demand Opportunity Service Rate ( Rate DOS) back in 2024.



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ENMAX 2026-2028 GTA Negotiated Settlement Agreement

In Proceeding 29255, ENMAX Power Corporation (EPC or ENMAX) submitted a negotiated settlement agreement to the Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC) for its 2026-2028 Transmission General Tariff Application (GTA). The agreement was reached between EPC, the Consumers Coalition of Alberta (CCA), and the Utilities Consumer Advocate (UCA), with an invitation extended to the Industrial Power Consumers Association of Alberta (IPCAA). The settlement covered both monetary and non-monetary aspects.



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TransAlta 2024-2025 GTA

In proceeding 29615, TransAlta Corporation (TransAlta) is applying to the Alberta Utilities Commission (the AUC or Commission) for approval of its Transmission General Tariff Application (GTA) for 2024-2025. TransAlta’s revenue requirements for the test period are $12.8million for 2024, and $13.4 million for 2025.



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ENMAX Power Corporation GTA update

In Proceeding 29255, ENMAX Power Corporation (EPC or ENMAX) submitted its General Tariff Application (GTA) for 2026-2028 to the Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC). The proceeding has included two technical sessions and one round of Information Requests (IRs), some of which were confidential. The Intervenors include the Consumers’ Coalition of Alberta (CCA) and The Utilities Consumers Advocate (UCA).



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Restructured Energy Market

The Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) has held 6 sprint sessions as part of their multi-phase engagement with industry stakeholders on the new energy market design.



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Rate of Last Resort Energy Price Setting Plans

The rate of last resort (RoLR) providers (Direct Energy, ENMAX Energy Corporation, and EPCOR Energy) have reached a negotiated settlement with the Utilities Consumer Advocate (UCA) for the 2025 Energy Price Setting Plan in proceeding 29204. 



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Expedited Approval of Interim Market Power Mitigation Rules

In proceeding 29093 market participants submit arguments and reply arguments in support of their request to the Alberta Utilities Commission (The Commission or AUC) that the AUC not approve Section 206.2 of the new Rules and direct the Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) to amend this section.



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