Our Distributed Energy Resource bulletins are designed to help customers, consultants and installers understand the requirements for connecting generation to the FortisAlberta system. These updates provide clear, practical guidance on technical standards, application processes and system considerations so you can plan your project with confidence, avoid delays and ensure a safe, reliable connection to the grid.
Technical Bulletins
2026-003
DER Bulletin 2026-003 outlines the DER standards release and the next phase of industry engagement.
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2026-002
This bulletin is relevant for Distributed Energy Resources (DER) customers that require AESO oversight in the cluster 3 process.
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2026-001
FortisAlberta facilitated a webinar to introduce and review the information associated with Bulletins 2025‑002 and 2025‑003. The questions received during that session have been consolidated and we've provided our responses in this bulletin.
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2025-003
FortisAlberta is experiencing high levels of Distributed Energy Resource (DER) penetration on its network. As a result, the need to model the system in greater detail and employ more advanced techniques to manage it safely and reliably has become more pressing.
2025-002
FortisAlberta will implement new operational requirements for certain Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) to enhance voltage regulation and maintain overall system reliability across its distribution network.
2025-001
FortisAlberta is pleased to share an update on our islanding criteria for Distributed Energy Resources (DER).
This initiative reflects our commitment to enabling safe, reliable and efficient integration of DERs across our distribution system.
DER Standards Industry Session Registration
FortisAlberta is hosting an in-person DER standards industry session on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, in the Red Deer area. Register below and identify any DER standards topics or questions your organization would like addressed during the session.
Register for the DER standards industry session
Registration closes Friday, June 26, 2026.
