Optimal Transmission Planning (OTP)

Important Materials & Deadlines

October 31 | OTP Framework Recommendation Paper Stakeholder Written Feedback Due

October 16 | OTP Framework Recommendation Q&A Session Registration Open

October 9 | OTP Framework Recommendation Q&A Question Board Closes

September 24 | OTP Framework Recommendation Paper Posted


Purpose and Objectives

  • We are committed to developing an Optimal Transmission Planning Framework through meaningful consultation with stakeholders
  • The proposed stakeholder engagement approach includes consultation sessions, written feedback cycles, and information sessions
  • The approach aims to:
    • Ensure meaningful stakeholder engagement before commencing regulatory processes
    • Develop and implement the new optimally planned transmission planning framework to align with government directives
    • Implement the Optimal Transmission Planning Framework in the 2027 Long-Term Transmission Plan (LTP)

OTP and TRP High-Level Engagement Schedule

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Background

In the Minister of Affordability and Utilities (MAU or Minister) July 2024 letter, the AESO was directed to implement changes to its current transmission planning framework. More specifically, the MAU announced that it has decided to “move away from the current zero-congestion transmission planning standard to an optimally planned transmission planning standard.” The MAU indicated that it is committed to continued collaboration with the AESO as it moves “towards the implementation of a new market and transmission framework to better enable a reliable, affordable, and sustainable electricity system for all Albertans.”

Important Materials & Deadlines

October 31 | OTP Framework Recommendation Paper Stakeholder Written Feedback Due

October 16 | OTP Framework Recommendation Q&A Session Registration Open

October 9 | OTP Framework Recommendation Q&A Question Board Closes

September 24 | OTP Framework Recommendation Paper Posted


Purpose and Objectives

  • We are committed to developing an Optimal Transmission Planning Framework through meaningful consultation with stakeholders
  • The proposed stakeholder engagement approach includes consultation sessions, written feedback cycles, and information sessions
  • The approach aims to:
    • Ensure meaningful stakeholder engagement before commencing regulatory processes
    • Develop and implement the new optimally planned transmission planning framework to align with government directives
    • Implement the Optimal Transmission Planning Framework in the 2027 Long-Term Transmission Plan (LTP)

OTP and TRP High-Level Engagement Schedule

Click on image to expand



Background

In the Minister of Affordability and Utilities (MAU or Minister) July 2024 letter, the AESO was directed to implement changes to its current transmission planning framework. More specifically, the MAU announced that it has decided to “move away from the current zero-congestion transmission planning standard to an optimally planned transmission planning standard.” The MAU indicated that it is committed to continued collaboration with the AESO as it moves “towards the implementation of a new market and transmission framework to better enable a reliable, affordable, and sustainable electricity system for all Albertans.”

Submit your Questions | September 24 - October 9, 2025

Purpose

The AESO is inviting all interested stakeholders to provide their questions which they would like additional clarity and information on.  We would like to hear from stakeholders on the following:

  • What questions do you need answered, or require clarification on, before submitting your final written feedback on the OTP Framework Recommendation?

The AESO values stakeholder input and thanks all interested stakeholders that provided their clarifying questions on the OTP Framework Recommendation paper. The questions received from stakeholders via this tool by October 9, 2025, will be discussed at the stakeholder Q&A session on October 16, 2025. During the virtual session, you will also have an opportunity to ask any new questions. Please note that we will make every effort to respond to questions, however, there may be instances where we are unable to comment due to confidentiality considerations.

The intent of the Question Board in advance of the Q&A session is to provide stakeholders with more time to consume information and develop their questions. Stakeholders can take advantage of this additional participation opportunity to assist with providing more meaningful final written feedback, due by October 31, 2025.

Things To Keep in Mind

This is a space for privately sharing questions with respect to the OTP Framework Recommendation paper.  Submitted questions will not be attributable and the AESO will not be individually responding to the questions. Though we will do our best to address all the questions received, please keep in mind that some information remains confidential and cannot be shared externally.

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Page last updated: 25 Sep 2025, 11:41 AM