10/13/2026
Alberta transmission costs have roughly doubled over the past decade, driven by more than $13 billion invested in provincial grid expansion and modernization. The impact on ratepayers is uneven. According to the Fair Electricity Distribution Alliance (FEDA), communities like Fort McMurray can pay an average of $118 per month in distribution costs alone—compared to $34 in major urban centers.
To prevent future escalation, the Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) introduced its updated Electricity Framework in early 2026, transitioning from a historical "zero-congestion" model to a localized cost-benefit approach. This incentivizes generators to build near existing transmission assets rather than passing massive infrastructure buildout costs onto ratepayers.
What can your business do today?
While you cannot simply “shop” for a different regulated delivery rate, your delivery charges may not always be optimized. Your rate class, billing demand, metering configuration, and other components of the bill can create opportunities for cost optimization.
At 8760, our energy experts perform a deep-dive utility bill audit to identify exact areas where your facility may be overpaying on delivery:
🔵 If your Delivery Charges are already fully optimized: We confirm it for you at no cost.
🟢 If savings are found: We manage the utility filings and implementation directly with your Wire Service Provider. You retain complete control—nothing moves forward without your sign-off.
When optimization opportunities exist, our clients average $12,000 in annual recurring savings. A single review conducted for the City of Fort Saskatchewan uncovered over $62,000 in annual savings across municipal facilities!
Stop overpaying on the regulated portion of your utility bill.
👉 Visit 8760.ca/delivery-charge-reviews or comment below to get started!
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