Revised power plant checklist application form

The AUC has revised the power plant checklist application form due to the volume and complexity of recent power plant checklist applications and the evolving generation market in Alberta.

The revised power plant checklist application form and the required supporting documentation provide clear standards to help applicants determine whether a project is eligible to use the checklist process and ensures quick and efficient review of applications by the AUC.

More information can be found in Bulletin 2026-09.

Privacy update notice

The AUC has updated its privacy practices to align with Alberta’s Protection of Privacy Act. As part of this work, we have also introduced a new External User Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use and protect personal information.

We encourage you to review the policy here.  

Registration reminder for existing wind and solar renewable energy operations under the Code of Practice

On June 4, 2025, Alberta Environment and Protected Areas (AEPA) published the Code of Practice for Solar and Wind Renewable Energy Operations, effective May 31, 2025.

More information can be found in 2026-06-09 Announcement.

Administrative change to AUC Rule 029

The AUC has amended Rule 029: Municipal Franchise Agreements. The administrative amendment is intended to reduce future changes to the rule by
directing readers to the AUC’s website rather than referencing specific Commission decisions,
which may change in the future.

The amendments to Rule 029 come into force on June 5, 2026.

Read the full Bulletin 2026-08.

Updated distribution system planning reporting template for AUC-regulated electric distribution facility owners

On March 3, 2026, the AUC, issued Bulletin 2026-02, introducing distribution system planning reporting guidelines for FortisAlberta Inc. and the distribution businesses of ENMAX Power Corporation, EPCOR Distribution & Transmission
Inc. and ATCO Electric Ltd. (collectively, electric distribution utilities).

Following an information session on April 28, 2026, the AUC has updated the distribution system planning reporting template to reflect feedback and discussion from participating utilities.

AUC launches ConfidenceLine

The AUC is committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity, accountability and public trust in all aspects of our work. As part of this commitment, we are pleased to announce the launch of the AUC’s ConfidenceLine, a secure and independently administered reporting service available to current and former utility employees and contractors.  

ConfidenceLine provides a confidential, third-party anonymous platform for reporting concerns related to wrongdoing, including potential violations of legislation, AUC policies or ethical standards.