The AESO initiated a study in June 2009 to explore the technical feasibility of utilizing high voltage AC underground transmission technology for a portion of the Heartland project. Working with public stakeholders, the AESO engaged an independent consulting firm, Cable Consulting International Ltd. (CCI), to explore this technology.
For more information, view the study results and associated documents.
Looking for information about electricity in Alberta? Read our publication, Powering Albertans.
Our aim with this magazine is to help Albertans better understand the complex electricity industry and the importance of upgrading our electricity system to meet the future needs of all Albertans.
Our Long-term Transmission System Plan outlines the need to upgrade transmission lines in order to ensure the reliability of Alberta's electricity supply - now and in the future. Alberta's transmission system is an essential part of the power grid. It moves power from where it is generated to the customers who need it.
Read the entire plan or one of our brochures:
Powering Alberta's Prosperity
Let's be certain about our electricity.
Due for an upgrade? So is Alberta.
News Releases
2010
2009
- December 14 - Albertans set another record demand for electricity
- December 7 - Frigid Temperatures Drive Electricity Demand to New Record
- November 19 - Alberta Electric System Operator takes issue with discussion paper
- September 30 - Need for Transmission is Now
- September 9 - Application to connect wind development projects to Alberta transmission system approved
- August 14 - AESO to file for transmission development reinforcement in the Hanna Region
- June 23 - AESO issues RFP for Wind Power Forecasting Service in Alberta
- June 2 - Long-term Transmission System Plan identifies need for critical transmission system investments
- April 16 - AESO involvement in NERC Special Report on Renewables Integration
- February 20 - Transmission needed to meet growing wind development interest and demand for power in East Central Alberta
Media Inquiries
If you are a member of the media, please contact the AESO's Corporate Communications Department to arrange interviews with spokespeople, discuss potential story ideas, follow up on a recent news release or discuss other news-related issues:
Dawn DelaneyExternal Communications Advisor
403 671 6129 cell
403 515 9450 (media pager)
403 539 2949 fax
