Powering new pathways for data centres

November 25, 2025 Media inquiries

Alberta’s government is proposing changes that would provide data centres with more options to meet their power needs and enhance the reliability of the grid.

With the emergence of innovative yet energy-intensive artificial intelligence technologies and growing electricity demand, Bill 8, the Utilities Statutes Amendment Act, 2025, would pave the way for data centres to bring their own generation. Amendments would also further advance the modernization of Alberta’s electricity market to ensure the reliability and affordability of the power grid for generations to come.

If passed, proposed amendments would see data centres that bring their own generation prioritized, accelerating the approval process and supporting their connection to the grid. This would support both the reliability of the power grid for Albertans and speed access to market for industry. Changes would also ensure that data centre projects – not Alberta ratepayers – would pay for necessary transmission upgrades for data centre grid connections.

“We’re preparing Alberta to lead the next technological revolution. The changes we’re bringing forward will protect the reliability and affordability of the electricity Albertans depend on while creating opportunity for innovation and investment that will create long-lasting benefits for our province, families and communities.”

Nathan Neudorf, Minister of Affordability and Utilities