AUC Updates The Process For Module B Of The Inquiry On Renewable Electricity Generation

On Tuesday, October 24, 2023, the Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC or Commission) released a Notice providing further details on the process for Module B of the inquiry regarding policies and procedures for the development of renewable electricity generation. The Notice outlines key deadlines, details on expert reports commissioned by the AUC, the processes available for stakeholder participation, and the availability of participant funding from the AUC.

Next Steps

The AUC's most recent announcement sets out the structure and procedural steps the AUC will use to consider the final issue that was identified as in support of the approval pause period.

As set out above, Module B will be of a more technical nature compared to Module A. It is notable that the deadline for parties to provide written submissions responding to the Module B Expert Reports is scheduled for the same day the General Approvals Pause Regulation, O.C. 172/2023 expires, i.e., February