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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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Talk about advanced metering study

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Provides an explanation and rationale for a study conducted in 2010-2011 to measure the electricity consumption behaviour of consumers when they are provided with real-time electricity consumption... More ≫

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Provides an explanation and rationale for a study conducted in 2010-2011 to measure the electricity consumption behaviour of consumers when they are provided with real-time electricity consumption monitors. The study was initiated by the departments of Environment and Energy, Alberta Innovates - Technology Futures, EPCOR and ENMAX.

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Transmission development : the right path for Alberta : a policy paper

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This policy paper contains foundation principles, recommendations and supporting rationale for a sustainable transmission development policy for Alberta. Transmission is by nature a long-term... More ≫

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This policy paper contains foundation principles, recommendations and supporting rationale for a sustainable transmission development policy for Alberta. Transmission is by nature a long-term investment. This policy must therefore be forward looking and sustainable. Transmission policy must ensure that Albertans continue to receive safe, reliable, and efficient electric service wherever they live and work in the province. A robust transmission system will provide the underlying foundation for continued economic growth throughout the province and development of Alberta's vast resource base.

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Guide to Alberta's competitive electricity industry

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The purpose of this guide is to present information about Alberta's competitive electricity industry in a non-technical, easy-to-read format. The material is organized in the same order that power... More ≫

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The purpose of this guide is to present information about Alberta's competitive electricity industry in a non-technical, easy-to-read format. The material is organized in the same order that power flows from generator to consumer, beginning with a market model illustration and working through each of the steps in the process.

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Helping you plug into Alberta's new electric industry : an overview of changes coming to Alberta's electric industry for home and farm consumers

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This fact sheet presents an overview of changes coming to Alberta's electric industry for home and farm consumers.

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Moving to competition : a guide to Alberta's new electric industry structure

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This guide outlines the main components of the new structure of Alberta's electric industry. The framework for this structure is the Electric Utilities Act, which came into effect on January 1... More ≫

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This guide outlines the main components of the new structure of Alberta's electric industry. The framework for this structure is the Electric Utilities Act, which came into effect on January 1 1007. The legislation introduces competition into the electric utility business and puts Alberta at the forefront of similar changes worldwide.

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