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Microgeneration technologies are typically small-scale wind turbines, solar panels, or combined heat and power. Other environmentally-friendly fuel sources include biomass, geothermal, fuel cell, or hydro.
FortisAlberta’s microgeneration processes comply with the Electric Utilities Act and the Microgeneration Regulation. The intent of microgeneration is to allow consumers to offset a portion or all of their electricity needs by generating electricity from renewable or alternative energy sources.
Systems are sized based on the last twelve months of consumption, or the projected load if it is a new or upgrading service. Microgeneration cannot exceed 5 MW.
With a capacity under 5 MW, microgeneration is defined in two categories:
- Small microgeneration is up to 149 kW: This DER-01 document helps DER owners understand their roles and responsibilities when
connecting to FortisAlberta's electrical distribution system as a generator.
To submit a small microgeneration application or check the status of a small, use PowerClerk.
- Large microgeneration is 150 kW up to 4.99 MW: This DER-02 document helps DER owners understand their roles and responsibilities when connecting to FortisAlberta's electrical distribution system as a generator.
To submit a large microgeneration application, complete and sign the Form A Microgeneration Notice and email the completed form to generation@FortisAlberta.com
To check the status of a large microgeneration application, please send an email to generation@FortisAlberta.com
To be eligible for connection with us, your microgeneration project must be less than five megawatts in size and meet all the criteria outlined in the Alberta Utilities Commission's (AUC) Microgenerator Application Guideline. Additional details can be found on the Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC) Microgeneration FAQs
How microgeneration works
Download the following FortisAlberta forms to get started
To help fill out your application, find your site ID (13-digit number that starts with 0040) on your retail bill. Complete the application form and submit it by email to microgen@fortisalberta.com. Once you've completed your application, you will receive an Interconnection and Operating Agreement to review and sign.
Form A – Microgeneration Notice (application needs to be completed and signed)
Additional documents are available in the Generation Library at the bottom of the page.
Where to start
 | There are numerous resources that provide details on microgeneration. To begin, FortisAlberta recommends reviewing the Alberta Utility Commission's Microgeneration Notice Submission Guideline for a comprehensive overview of the submission process. There are additional resources provided by the Government of Alberta and the Utilities Consumer Advocate. There is no one-size-fits-all for renewables. If you choose to work with a consultant or be your own project manager, there are numerous considerations that need to be researched and vetted. If you choose to work with a vendor, ensure to speak to more than one company and obtain multiple quotes and check references. There are many reputable sources that have endorsed solar vendor lists or are vendors themselves. Be sure the contractor you choose is sustainable and will be around in the future if you need them. For solar, many reputable vendors will also have a Solar Photovoltaic certificate offered through agencies such as NAIT or Solar Alberta. |
Microgeneration process at a glance
Note: Steps are not necessarily sequential and may happen in parallel. Below is for demonstration only.
Potential funding opportunities
To support adoption of alternative energy and renewables, there are funding opportunities available through various agencies. Please ensure to contact funding providers directly with any questions regarding conditions or applications. FortisAlberta staff are unable to provide funding guidance or support.
*These funding opportunities are constantly changing. FortisAlberta makes no representation or warranty of any kind, expressed or implied, regarding the accuracy, adequacy, validity, reliability, availability, or completeness of this information.
Get started today
Now that you're ready to start your micro-generation project, please download and complete the application form and submit it by email to microgen@fortisalberta.com along with all other required supporting documents.
Form A – Microgeneration Notice (microgeneration application form)
Microgeneration Library
For more information or to submit an application, please email microgen@fortisalberta.com or call 310-WIRE (9473).