Small-Scale Generation Program
Small-Scale Generation
On Jan. 1, 2019, the Government of Alberta enacted the Small-Scale Generation Regulation (SSG Regulation) – where owners of eligible distribution-connected generating units that use renewable or alternative sources of energy – can apply to become qualified as a Small-Scale Power Producer (SSP).
Program Transition Update
On March 5, 2024, the Government of Alberta issued Ministerial Order M.O. 040/2024 that amends the SSG Regulation by transferring the Balancing Pool’s accountabilities under the SSG Regulation to the AESO. With immediate effect, the AESO will assume administrative responsibility for any new producers seeking to participate in the Small-Scale Generation Program. Existing producers that are already qualified as SSPs and have entered into an executed agreement with the Balancing Pool will continue to be administered by the Balancing Pool until their transition to the AESO on Oct. 1, 2024. The AESO and the Balancing Pool will provide additional information to existing SSPs to facilitate a smooth transition.
Implementation
Prospective SSPs must contact the Distribution Facility Owner (DFO) for their service area to request that their distribution-connected alternative or renewable generation project be qualified under the SSG Regulation. The table below provides a list of DFOs operating in Alberta.
Once confirmation of approval is received from the DFO, the SSP must then contact the AESO by emailing SSG@aeso.ca at least four months prior to the planned in‐service date to initiate the process to receive Dispatch Services and get set-up as a Pool Participant.
| Service provider |
Location |
Contact |
|
ATCO Electric |
Northern and east central Alberta |
Call 1-800-668-2248 |
|
City of Lethbridge |
Lethbridge |
Call 403-320-3111 |
|
ENMAX Power Corporation |
Calgary, Red Deer, Cardston, and Ponoka |
Call 1-877-571-7111 in North America and follow the voice prompts to reach their metering department |
|
EPCOR Distribution Inc |
Edmonton |
Call 780-310-4300 or toll-free in North America at 1-800-667-2345 |
|
FortisAlberta |
Remainder of Alberta |
Call 310-WIRE (9473) |
|
REA district locater tool |
See contact information for your REA in the provided list |
Contact Information
For more information, prospective SSPs, must contact their respective DFO. Download the Small-Scale Generation Regulation, and for any remaining questions please refer to the FAQ or contact the AESO by emailing SSG@aeso.ca.
