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Assessment and analysis of the state-of-the-art electric transmission systems with specific focus on high-voltage direct current (HVDC), underground or other new or developing technologies

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This report provides factual information on the various power transmission system alternatives that may be used anywhere in Alberta. The overall objective is to understand whether there are... More ≫

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This report provides factual information on the various power transmission system alternatives that may be used anywhere in Alberta. The overall objective is to understand whether there are economic and practical power system solutions that may reduce the impact of conventional overhead high voltage towers and wires.

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Investing in our economy : north-south corridor transmission reinforcement : Government of Alberta response to the Critical Transmission Review Committee report

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In December 2011, the Minister of Energy appointed the Critical Transmission Review Committee to review the process and information used by the Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) in... More ≫

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In December 2011, the Minister of Energy appointed the Critical Transmission Review Committee to review the process and information used by the Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) in developing its North-South transmission reinforcement plan. The Committee submitted its report in February 2012, which concluded AESO’s forecast, selection of high-voltage direct current technology, and timing of the two North-South transmission lines were reasonable. The report also included several recommendations. The Government of Alberta reviewed and considered the findings and recommendations of the Committee, and this document contains its response to the Committee’s report.

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Powering our economy : Critical Transmission Review Committee report

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The CTRC was an independent committee tasked to review the reasonableness of the AESO’s plan for critical transmission infrastructure between Edmonton and Calgary, including their timing, the... More ≫

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The CTRC was an independent committee tasked to review the reasonableness of the AESO’s plan for critical transmission infrastructure between Edmonton and Calgary, including their timing, the proposed technology, AESO forecasts, and identifying appropriate changes to the Electric Statutes Amendment Act, 2009.

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