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    Tempest Wind Power Project Connection (2490)

    TransAlta Coaldale Wind (TransAlta) has applied to the AESO for transmission system access to connect its proposed Tempest Wind Power Project (Facility) in the Taber area. TransAlta’s request can be met by the following solution:

    • Add one 138 kilovolt (kV) transmission line to connect the Facility to the existing 138 kV transmission line 172EL in a T-tap configuration.
    • Add or modify associated equipment as required for the above transmission developments.

    Needs Identification Document

    Tempest Wind Power Project Connection Needs Identification Document [Posted: Jul. 4, 2024]

    Appendix A - Connection Assessment
    Appendix B - Capital Cost Estimate
    Appendix C - AESO PIP 

    Notice of Filing

    The AESO intends to file the Tempest Wind Power Project Connection Needs Identification Document (NID) application with the Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC) on or after June 27, 2024.

    Market Participant Notification

    Need Overview

    Latest updates

    • Jul. 4, 2024 AESO NID Filed: Tempest Wind Power Project Connection
    • Jun. 12, 2024 Notice of Filing: Tempest Wind Power Project Connection
    • May. 29, 2024 Market Participant Notification for the Tempest Wind Power Project Connection
    • Jun. 14, 2023 Need Overview: Tempest Wind Power Project Connection
    Tempest Wind Power Project Connection (2490)