TransAlta is a leading energy supplier in North America. With a diverse asset portfolio, including wind, solar, and hydro, we’ll tailor our solutions to your unique business
needs.
Navigating the energy market can be daunting. That’s why our supportive energy experts are here to simplify the process for you. As the largest power generator in
Alberta, our experienced retail energy team is uniquely positioned to walk you through your options and help you secure the best commercial electricity and natural gas plans
at affordable rates.
Who we serve
TransAlta serves all businesses in Alberta that use more than 250,000 kWh of electricity or 2,500 GJ of natural gas per year.
Choose the best products for your business
Whether your goal is to reduce volatility in your energy cost or seek innovative ways to reduce your carbon footprint, our cost-effective electricity and natural gas solutions can be customized to meet your needs so you can focus on your business and not the energy that powers it.
Electricity plans
- Index: with this energy plan, your electricity rate will vary every hour. All your electricity consumption is supplied at the hourly Alberta Pool Price. Because of the constant fluctuation of the wholesale electricity market price, your bill will vary monthly even though you may be consuming the same amount of electricity.
- Structured Block: this plan offers a strategic approach to help you lock in a percentage of your electricity usage at a fixed price and leave the remaining usage at variable rates. This product allows you to balance your business risk and benefit when market prices are low.
- Load Following: this energy plan offers you a fixed rate for all your electricity consumption including thresholds of (+/-20%). This means you’re locked into your fixed energy rate for the length of time as stated in your contract. This option guarantees a stable price even when market prices fluctuate.
Natural gas plans
- Index: our index natural gas plan allows you to float your energy based on the daily market rate and gives you the flexibility to immediately lock your future natural gas supply at a competitive fixed rate.
- Fixed: our fixed natural gas plan offers you stability. By setting a fixed price based on your consumption history, factors such as the fluctuation of natural gas prices due to seasonal temperature changes won’t affect your rates. You can focus on running your business without worrying about the market or weather conditions.
Partner with us for custom solution
TransAlta also offers a variety of custom energy solutions for larger companies, from supplying Renewable Energy Credits and short/medium/long-term Power Purchase Agreements, to partnering with us to build a new renewable energy facility—we have the experience and proven track record to help you achieve your goals. Why partner with TransAlta? At TransAlta, we pride ourselves on making it easy for you to buy natural gas for your commercial needs. Our team is equipped to help you navigate Alberta’s energy market and understand your energy purchasing journey from start to finish.
Contact Us
We’re here to answer all your commercial energy service questions.
Phone: 1-877-700-9288
Email: customers@transalta.com
Existing Customers
Existing customers can login and manage their account through our customer portal.
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Explore Energy Products
Electricity – Index
How it works:
All of your electricity consumption is supplied at the hourly Alberta Pool Price
Advantages:
- Maintain flexibility and switch to a fixed-price product when the time is right
- Defer long term purchasing commitments
- Contract terms from 1 month to 5 years
Recommended for businesses that:
- Require transparent market price
- Can adapt to fluctuating electricity rates
Electricity - Structured Block
How it works:
A fixed amount of electricity at a fixed price
Advantages:
- Tailor your purchase to reflect the specific needs of your business
- Sell off excess energy when your need for power is less
- Purchase additional energy when required at the hourly Alberta Pool Price
- Contract terms from 1 month to 5 years
Recommended for businesses that:
- Require budget confidence for the bulk of their electricity needs
- Have consistent operating hours and predictable electricity consumption
Electricity - Load Following
How it works:
A fixed price for all your electricity consumption within +/-20% bands
Advantages:
- Eliminate budget risk with a guaranteed fixed price
- Simplify energy management so you can concentrate on your organization’s true competitive advantage
- Contract terms from 1 month to 5 years
Recommended for businesses that:
- Require price stability because even the slightest increase in electricity rates will erode their bottom line
- Need to forecast electricity costs with maximum certainty
Natural Gas – Index
How it works:
All of your natural gas consumption is supplied at NGX AB-NIT Same Day Index
Advantages:
- Maintain flexibility and switch to a fixed-price product when the time is right
- Defer long term purchasing commitments
- Contract terms from 1 month to 5 years
Recommended for businesses that:
- Require a transparent market price
- Can adapt to fluctuating natural gas rates
Natural Gas – Fixed
How it works:
A fixed amount of natural gas at a fixed price
Advantages:
- Tailor your purchase to reflect the specific needs of your business
- Sell off excess natural gas when your need for energy is less
- Purchase additional natural gas when required at the spot price
- Contract terms from 1 month to 5 years
Recommended for businesses that:
- Require budget confidence for the bulk of their natural gas needs
Green Energy
How it works:
Renewable Energy Certificates can be purchased in set quantities or as a percentage of your overall electricity purchase
Advantages:
- RECs can be purchased separately or as part of a complete energy plan
- RECs from TransAlta Renewables are certified and tracked by independent third parties that verify the source and quantity of Green Energy®
Recommended for businesses that want to:
- Take a leadership role and reduce the environmental impact of doing business
- Differentiate themselves from others without sacrificing their competitive advantage