About Us

Beginning as a small, local electricity company in 1909, we have transformed over the last century to become an experienced and well-respected electricity generator and wholesale marketer of electricity. With approximately $3 billion in annual revenue, more than $9 billion in assets and operations in three countries, we have proven our worth as an electricity producer, as a community member and as a solid investment.

Our People. Our Values.

Safety

Ensure the health and safety of our people, partners and stakeholders

Innovation

Develop and embrace innovative solutions to challenges

Sustainability

Reduce the impact of resource use in everything we do

Respect

Support our people, our partners, our communities and our environment 

Integrity

Focus on honesty, transparency and doing what’s right

Leadership

TransAlta’s Corporate Officers and Board of Directors lead the organization with their diverse industry experience and a comprehensive understanding of the electricity, resource, finance and regulatory sectors.

Awards and Recognitions

TransAlta has been recognized throughout the years for our commitment to being a responsible operator and a proud community member where our employees work and live.

Our History

Since 1911, we have supplied the electrical power needed to make progress and innovation possible in Canada, the United States and Australia.