Keeping the Lights on in Alberta

With 226,000 square kilometers of service area, AltaLink is the largest regulated transmission company in Alberta, supplying electricity to more than 85% of the population. The transmission system is the essential link that connects homes, farms, businesses and industries to electricity generated across Alberta. Electricity generated from thermal energy, wind power and hydro is transported at high voltages over long distances through transmission lines to substations, which lower the voltage so electricity can be safely delivered to homes and businesses via distribution lines. Since 2015, AltaLink has delivered more than $1.4 billion in rate levelization or rate reductions for Albertans.

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AltaLink has a world-class safety record and is committed to upholding the highest standards of safety. For the eighth consecutive year, AltaLink was awarded the President’s Award for Safety Excellence for transmission companies with 300-1,500 employees.

AltaLink’s community investment program, Linked to our Communities, is all about supporting the communities in which we live and operate.

Established in 2002, AltaLink purchased existing transmission assets and became the first independent transmission company in Canada.

AltaLink operates 13,400 kilometers (8,326 miles) of transmission lines and 310 substations.

AltaLink is a world-class electric transmission company defined by exceptional safety, reliability, cost effectiveness, customer service, and a commitment to the environment.

20%: Transmission costs make up less than 20% of the average residential utility bill.

24hrs: The transmission system works behind the scenes 24 hours a day.

^$12M: Since 2002, AltaLink has raised more than $12 million to support Alberta charities through United Way.

Avian Protection Plan

AltaLink was the first Canadian utility company to develop an Avian Protection Plan, a management system designed to reduce the impact transmission facilities can have on birds.

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Sustainable Electricity Company Designation

AltaLink is the first electricity transmission company and the second electricity company in Canada to receive Electricity Canada’s Sustainable Electricity Leader designation.