Alberta Electricity Rates:
Compare Prices, Plans, and Fees
Guaranteed, regulated, variable ... the jargon associated with electricity rates can be confusing. Alberta Utility Source provides transparent and affordable Alberta electricity rates for homes and businesses. Whether you prefer fixed or variable pricing, our goal is to help you find the best power plan for your needs. It is important to understand the details and benefits of each to truly find a rate that is right for you. We serve over 400 communities in Alberta including Edmonton, Calgary, Red Deer and beyond. Start building your energy plan now.
Still not sure? No problem, our friendly Customer Care Team will be happy to help you. Give us a call at (780) 900-8813.
Understanding Electricity in Alberta:
Prices, Rates & Administration Fees
Guaranteed, regulated, variable ... the jargon associated with electricity rates can be confusing. There are a variety of rate options available in Alberta's electricity market today. It is important to understand the details and benefits of each to truly find a rate that is right for you. Start building your energy plan now.
Still not sure? No problem, our friendly Customer Care Team will be happy to help you. Give us a call at (780) 900-8813.
Understanding Electricity in Alberta: Prices, Rates & Administration Fees
Guaranteed, regulated, variable ... the jargon associated with electricity rates can be confusing. There are a variety of rate options available in Alberta's electricity market today. It is important to understand the details and benefits of each to truly find a rate that is right for you. Start building your energy plan now.
Still not sure? No problem, our friendly Customer Care Team will be happy to help you. Give us a call at (780) 900-8813.
MORE ABOUT BUYING ELECTRICITY
Regulated vs. deregulated charges
When comparing Alberta electricity prices, it's important to understand the difference between regulated and deregulated charges.
Did you know that some of the charges you see on your utility bills are regulated by the provincial government and others are deregulated?
Regulated charges are beyond the control of energy marketers such as Alberta Utility Source and will be the same regardless of your electricity provider.
Market participants like Alberta Utility Source have control over the deregulated charges. That's where we can often save you money compared to other retailers/energy marketers.
Save money on energy & administration charges
Sample Electricity Bill Breakdown
RRO Electricity Rates in Alberta: The Default Option For Many Albertans
If you haven’t shopped around for the best price for your electricity, you most likely have the defaulted Regulated Rate Option (RRO). The RRO is approved by the Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC) and is a variable rate that changes every month.
Many of Alberta consumers receive electricity through RRO providers such as ENMAX, EPCOR, or Direct Energy. With the RRO, you cannot be refused energy for reasons such as poor credit, but the RRO is not necessarily your cheapest option for electricity.
Compare the RRO electricity rate with our fixed and floating rates to see how much you could save on you power bill in Alberta.
MORE ABOUT BUYING ELECTRICITY
Regulated vs. deregulated charges
Regulated charges are beyond the control of energy marketers such as Alberta Utility Source and will be the same regardless of your electricity provider.
Market participants like Alberta Utility Source have control over the deregulated charges. That's where we can often save you money compared to other retailers/energy marketers.
Save money on energy & administration charges
Sample Electricity Bill Breakdown
RRO: The default option of many Albertans
Many of Alberta consumers receive electricity through RRO providers such as ENMAX, EPCOR, ATCO or Direct Energy. With the RRO, you cannot be refused energy for reasons such as poor credit, but the RRO is not necessarily your cheapest option for electricity.
More About Buying Electricity
Regulated vs. deregulated charges
Regulated charges are beyond the control of energy marketers such as Alberta Utility Source and will be the same regardless of your electricity provider.
Market participants like Alberta Utility Source have control over the deregulated charges. That's where we can often save you money compared to other retailers/energy marketers.
Save money on energy & administration charges
Sample Electricity Bill Breakdown
RRO: The default option of many Albertans
Many of Alberta consumers receive electricity through RRO providers such as ENMAX, EPCOR, ATCO or Direct Energy. With the RRO, you cannot be refused energy for reasons such as poor credit, but the RRO is not necessarily your cheapest option for electricity.
GUARANTEED & VARIABLE RATE PLANS
GUARANTEED & VARIABLE RATE PLANS
Guaranteed (Price Protected) Rate Plans
Variable (Floating) Rate Plans
You will be charged the ever-changing wholesale price plus a transaction fee.
Guaranteed (Price Protected) Rate Plans
Variable (Floating) Rate Plans
Variable Rate
The variable or floating rate is directly indexed to the cost of power sold into the Alberta grid by Alberta generators. The cost of power changes hourly and is averaged for the month.
The variable (floating) rate is calculated as the cost of energy plus a transaction fee.
Market price + 0.47 ¢/kWh transaction fee
30 DAY VARIABLE MARKET AVERAGE
5.65¢/kWh
* Calculated as of June 5, 2025
Administration Fees
$8.85 per metered site
(monthly fixed rate)
Customers who consume over 3,175 kWh per month will be charged an additional $0.00200/kWh.
Prudential
Electricity and Natural Gas retailers in Alberta are required to pay a Prudential charge to guarantee payment to the generators for the cost of energy a consumer consumes and to the distribution utilities for delivery charges. Your investment in our prudential account allows us to keep our rates lower and continue to save you money on your electricity bill.
The 5% interest per annum is credited to your monthly bill and the Prudential is fully refundable should you choose to leave Alberta Utility Source.
(Apartment or Condo):
Minimum Prudential of $100 is required
(House):
Minimum Prudential of $200 is required
(Business):
Variable