Did you know that you have options when it comes to choosing who supplies your home with energy? Many Albertans don't realize that they are not limited to large companies such as EPCOR, ENMAX or Direct Energy to supply them with their electricity and natural gas. The introduction of smaller, Alberta based companies to the market means more opportunities for consumers to save money on their utilities. Camrose Energy offers variable and fixed energy rates with competitive prices to most locations across Alberta.

Why Pay More?

Compare our rates to what you are paying now and see how much you can save.

Green the Grid

Help green Alberta's grid by choosing to offset a percentage of your electricity consumption.

Local Company

Camrose Energy has an office in downtown Camrose. In our community, For our Community.

RATES

Variable Rates for Your Home
Variable Rate
Variable Market Price + 0.77 cents/kWh Transaction Fee
*Not eligible for cash back.
13 Month Average
(Price includes transaction fee)
30 Day Moving Average
(Price includes transaction fee)
5.98 ¢/kWh
*Calculated as of September 8, 2026
7.13 ¢/kWh
*Calculated as of September 8, 2026
Guaranteed Rates for Your Home
6.89 ¢/kWh
1 Year Discount Rate (+ Prudential)
7.25 ¢/kWh
1 Year Base Rate
7.91 ¢/kWh
2 Year Discount Rate (+ Prudential)
8.59 ¢/kWh
2 Year Base Rate
8.88 ¢/kWh
3 Year Discount Rate (+ Prudential)
9.35 ¢/kWh
3 Year Base Rate
*What is a 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 Camrose Energy bill and the Prudential is fully refundable should you choose to leave Camrose Energy.
Administration Fee
$8.25 per metered site.
(monthly fixed rate)
Green Energy
1.85 ¢/kWh (additional)
Choose percentage of electricity you would like to green.
Variable Rates for Your Home
Discount Variable Rate
Variable Market Price + $0.35/GJ Transaction Fee (+ Prudential)
13 Month Discount Average
(Price includes transaction fee)
30 Day Discount Moving Average
(Price includes transaction fee)
2.92 $/GJ
*Calculated as of September 5, 2026
3.56 $/GJ
*Calculated as of September 5, 2026
Base Variable Rate
Variable Market Price + $0.65/GJ Transaction Fee
13 Month Base Average
(Price includes transaction fee)
30 Day Base Moving Average
(Price includes transaction fee)
3.22 $/GJ
*Calculated as of September 5, 2026
3.86 $/GJ
*Calculated as of September 5, 2026
Guaranteed Rates for Your Home
3.65 $/GJ
Discount Natural Gas Rate (+ Prudential)
3.99 $/GJ
Base Natural Gas Rate
*What is a 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 Camrose Energy bill and the Prudential is fully refundable should you choose to leave Camrose Energy.
Administration Fee
$8.25 per metered site.
(monthly fixed rate)
Solar Micro-Generator Rates
Electricity rates designed for small solar micro-generators who are on a bi-directional cumulative meter.
Solar Club® rates include 3.0% cash back on electricity imported from the grid on an annual basis and free Renewable Energy Certificates equivalent to 50% of the electricity imported from the grid. Switch between Solar Club® rates with just 10 days notice to accomodate seasonal generation fluctuations.
2 Year
Low Export RateHigh Export Rate
5.90 ¢/kWh
LO-026 MicroGen Solar Club Rate ( Expires December 2028 )
*Not eligible for cash back.
*Designed for solar micro-generators importing more electricity from the grid than they are exporting.
Donation to local food bank required to qualify
35.00 ¢/kWh
HI-026 MicroGen Solar Club Rate ( Expires December 2028 )
*Eligible for cash back on electricity and bundled natural gas.
*Designed for solar micro-generators exporting more electricity to the grid than they are importing.
Donation to local food bank required to qualify
Pre-Solar Rate™
5.90 ¢/kWh
Pre-Solar Rate (+ Signed Contract)
*Pre-Solar Rate is valid for 180 days from date of enrollment.
*To qualify, a signed copy of your installation agreement is required.
Cable
Cable internet runs through lines typically associated with cable television service. If you are a current customer of Shaw, you most likely are receiving cable internet.
Cable Internet Spark 30
$41.95 PER MONTH
For moderate internet users who browse the internet using a computer or smart phone.
Cable Internet Pulse 100
$57.95 PER MONTH
For single users who like to stream and browse at the same time.
Cable Internet Surge 500
$82.95 PER MONTH
Great for HD streaming on multiple devices.
Cable Internet Arc 750
$86.95 PER MONTH
Great for HD streaming and live gaming on multiple devices.
Cable Internet Flare 1 Gig
$89.95 PER MONTH
Perfect to fuel any online experience on multiple devices.
DSL
DSL internet runs through lines typically associated with telephone service. If you are currently a Telus customer, you are most likely on a DSL internet plan.
DSL Internet 6
$34.95 PER MONTH
A cost-effective choice for simple internet use, including casual browsing and simple communication.
DSL Internet 15
$39.95 PER MONTH
A cost-effective choice for simple internet use by 2-3 people.
DSL Internet 25
$44.95 PER MONTH
Ideal for families with a number of devices.
DSL Internet 50
$49.95 PER MONTH
Great for HD streaming and live gaming on multiple devices.
DSL Internet 75
$59.95 PER MONTH
Perfect to fuel any online experience on multiple devices.
Variable Rates for Your Business
Variable Rate
Variable Market Price + 0.77 cents/kWh Transaction Fee
*Not eligible for cash back.
13 Month Average
(Price includes transaction fee)
30 Day Moving Average
(Price includes transaction fee)
5.98 ¢/kWh
*Calculated as of September 8, 2026
7.13 ¢/kWh
*Calculated as of September 8, 2026
Guaranteed Rates for Your Business
6.89 ¢/kWh
1 Year Discount Rate (+ Prudential)
7.25 ¢/kWh
1 Year Base Rate
7.91 ¢/kWh
2 Year Discount Rate (+ Prudential)
8.59 ¢/kWh
2 Year Base Rate
8.88 ¢/kWh
3 Year Discount Rate (+ Prudential)
9.35 ¢/kWh
3 Year Base Rate
*What is a 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 Camrose Energy bill and the Prudential is fully refundable should you choose to leave Camrose Energy.
Administration Fee
$8.25 per metered site.
(monthly fixed rate)
Green Energy
1.85 ¢/kWh (additional)
Choose percentage of electricity you would like to green.
Variable Rates for Your Business
Discount Variable Rate
Variable Market Price + $0.35/GJ Transaction Fee (+ Prudential)
13 Month Discount Average
(Price includes transaction fee)
30 Day Discount Moving Average
(Price includes transaction fee)
2.92 $/GJ
*Calculated as of September 5, 2026
3.56 $/GJ
*Calculated as of September 5, 2026
Base Variable Rate
Variable Market Price + $0.65/GJ Transaction Fee
13 Month Base Average
(Price includes transaction fee)
30 Day Base Moving Average
(Price includes transaction fee)
3.22 $/GJ
*Calculated as of September 5, 2026
3.86 $/GJ
*Calculated as of September 5, 2026
Guaranteed Rates for Your Business
3.65 $/GJ
Discount Natural Gas Rate (+ Prudential)
3.99 $/GJ
Base Natural Gas Rate
*What is a 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 Camrose Energy bill and the Prudential is fully refundable should you choose to leave Camrose Energy.
Administration Fee
$8.25 per metered site.
(monthly fixed rate)
Solar Micro-Generator Rates
Electricity rates designed for small solar micro-generators who are on a bi-directional cumulative meter.
Solar Club® rates include 3.0% cash back on electricity imported from the grid on an annual basis and free Renewable Energy Certificates equivalent to 50% of the electricity imported from the grid. Switch between Solar Club® rates with just 10 days notice to accomodate seasonal generation fluctuations.
2 Year
Low Export RateHigh Export Rate
5.90 ¢/kWh
LO-026 MicroGen Solar Club Rate ( Expires December 2028 )
*Not eligible for cash back.
*Designed for solar micro-generators importing more electricity from the grid than they are exporting.
Donation to local food bank required to qualify
35.00 ¢/kWh
HI-026 MicroGen Solar Club Rate ( Expires December 2028 )
*Eligible for cash back on electricity and bundled natural gas.
*Designed for solar micro-generators exporting more electricity to the grid than they are importing.
Donation to local food bank required to qualify
Pre-Solar Rate™
5.90 ¢/kWh
Pre-Solar Rate (+ Signed Contract)
*Pre-Solar Rate is valid for 180 days from date of enrollment.
*To qualify, a signed copy of your installation agreement is required.
Cable
Cable internet runs through lines typically associated with cable television service. If you are a current customer of Shaw, you most likely are receiving cable internet.
Cable Internet 30
$39.95 PER MONTH
For moderate internet users who browse the internet using a computer or smart phone.
DSL
DSL internet runs through lines typically associated with telephone service. If you are currently a Telus customer, you are most likely on a DSL internet plan.
DSL Internet 6
$34.95 PER MONTH
A cost-effective choice for simple internet use, including casual browsing and simple communication.
Variable Rates for Your Farm
Variable Rate
Variable Market Price + 0.77 cents/kWh Transaction Fee
*Not eligible for cash back.
13 Month Average
(Price includes transaction fee)
30 Day Moving Average
(Price includes transaction fee)
5.98 ¢/kWh
*Calculated as of September 8, 2026
7.13 ¢/kWh
*Calculated as of September 8, 2026
Guaranteed Rates for Your Farm
6.89 ¢/kWh
1 Year Discount Rate (+ Prudential)
7.25 ¢/kWh
1 Year Base Rate
7.91 ¢/kWh
2 Year Discount Rate (+ Prudential)
8.59 ¢/kWh
2 Year Base Rate
8.88 ¢/kWh
3 Year Discount Rate (+ Prudential)
9.35 ¢/kWh
3 Year Base Rate
8.89 ¢/kWh
3 Year Irrigation
*What is a 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 Camrose Energy bill and the Prudential is fully refundable should you choose to leave Camrose Energy.
Administration Fee
$8.25 per metered site.
(monthly fixed rate)
Green Energy
1.85 ¢/kWh (additional)
Choose percentage of electricity you would like to green.
Variable Rates for Your Farm
Discount Variable Rate
Variable Market Price + $0.35/GJ Transaction Fee (+ Prudential)
13 Month Discount Average
(Price includes transaction fee)
30 Day Discount Moving Average
(Price includes transaction fee)
2.92 $/GJ
*Calculated as of September 5, 2026
3.56 $/GJ
*Calculated as of September 5, 2026
Base Variable Rate
Variable Market Price + $0.65/GJ Transaction Fee
13 Month Base Average
(Price includes transaction fee)
30 Day Base Moving Average
(Price includes transaction fee)
3.22 $/GJ
*Calculated as of September 5, 2026
3.86 $/GJ
*Calculated as of September 5, 2026
Guaranteed Rates for Your Farm
3.65 $/GJ
Discount Natural Gas Rate (+ Prudential)
3.99 $/GJ
Base Natural Gas Rate
*What is a 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 Camrose Energy bill and the Prudential is fully refundable should you choose to leave Camrose Energy.
Administration Fee
$8.25 per metered site.
(monthly fixed rate)
Solar Micro-Generator Rates
Electricity rates designed for small solar micro-generators who are on a bi-directional cumulative meter.
Solar Club® rates include 3.0% cash back on electricity imported from the grid on an annual basis and free Renewable Energy Certificates equivalent to 50% of the electricity imported from the grid. Switch between Solar Club® rates with just 10 days notice to accomodate seasonal generation fluctuations.
2 Year
Low Export RateHigh Export Rate
5.90 ¢/kWh
LO-026 MicroGen Solar Club Rate ( Expires December 2028 )
*Not eligible for cash back.
*Designed for solar micro-generators importing more electricity from the grid than they are exporting.
Donation to local food bank required to qualify
35.00 ¢/kWh
HI-026 MicroGen Solar Club Rate ( Expires December 2028 )
*Eligible for cash back on electricity and bundled natural gas.
*Designed for solar micro-generators exporting more electricity to the grid than they are importing.
Donation to local food bank required to qualify
Pre-Solar Rate™
5.90 ¢/kWh
Pre-Solar Rate (+ Signed Contract)
*Pre-Solar Rate is valid for 180 days from date of enrollment.
*To qualify, a signed copy of your installation agreement is required.
Cable
Cable internet runs through lines typically associated with cable television service. If you are a current customer of Shaw, you most likely are receiving cable internet.
Cable Internet Spark 30
$41.95 PER MONTH
For moderate internet users who browse the internet using a computer or smart phone.
Cable Internet Pulse 100
$57.95 PER MONTH
For single users who like to stream and browse at the same time.
Cable Internet Surge 500
$82.95 PER MONTH
Great for HD streaming on multiple devices.
Cable Internet Arc 750
$86.95 PER MONTH
Great for HD streaming and live gaming on multiple devices.
Cable Internet Flare 1 Gig
$89.95 PER MONTH
Perfect to fuel any online experience on multiple devices.
DSL
DSL internet runs through lines typically associated with telephone service. If you are currently a Telus customer, you are most likely on a DSL internet plan.
DSL Internet 6
$34.95 PER MONTH
A cost-effective choice for simple internet use, including casual browsing and simple communication.
DSL Internet 15
$39.95 PER MONTH
A cost-effective choice for simple internet use by 2-3 people.
DSL Internet 25
$44.95 PER MONTH
Ideal for families with a number of devices.
DSL Internet 50
$49.95 PER MONTH
Great for HD streaming and live gaming on multiple devices.
DSL Internet 75
$59.95 PER MONTH
Perfect to fuel any online experience on multiple devices.

THE PROCESS

How Can We Charge Lower Rates?

We are innovative. Camrose Energy is operating as a Community Energy Marketer under Utility Network & Partner's retail electricity and natural gas licenses. By utilizing UTILITYnet's automated systems, refined over 40 years, internal processes run smoothly and efficiently. Additionally, we have much lower overhead than the large international energy conglomerates (EPCOR, ENMAX, Direct Energy, and Just Energy).

So what does this mean? It means that our innovation and unique business structure saves us time and money, so we can in turn save consumers money.

What To Expect if You Switch

Follow the step by step process on our application form. Once we receive your application and register you into the program, your job is done. Sit back and relax as we do the rest behind the scenes.

If you currently have all of your municipal services bundled with your electricity provider, no changes to these services will be made, you will no longer see a charge for electricity on your city services bill.

Once enrolled, you will receive online access to your account where you can print your bills, green some of your energy consumption, make changes to your rates, and more.

Switching Is Simple

Just fill out the application form and we take care of the rest. The lights won’t go out, nothing will change, except maybe having some extra cash in your pocket each month.

Note: depending on the type of contract you signed with your current energy provider, there may be cancellation fees or penalties. Please be sure that you are familiar with the details and possible exit fees of your contract. Contract cancellations and ensuring proper notice is given are the responsibility of the customer.

ELECTRICITY SAVINGS CALCULATOR

Fill out your information in the savings calculator to see how much you could save on electricity usage costs by switching to Camrose Energy
NOTE: delivery costs (transmission and distribution charges) are regulated. These will remain the same regardless of who choose to supply you with Energy. Other factors such as prudential payment or Discount Advantage Club Membership Fee interest per annum and green energy offsets are not included in the below calculation.
Estimated Savings
$0 /YEAR
Your usage costs with your current provider are $XX.XX/month. Usage costs with your chosen Camrose Energy rate would be $XX.XX/month.
Regulated charges (transmission and distribution) will remain the same regardless of who you choose to supply you with energy.
***Variable (Floating) Rate: Please note that Variable rates change hourly. The rates listed in the Savings Calculator are based on the Average variable rate of the previous month. Savings calculated are only an estimate and actual savings on a Variable Rate will vary.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW SAVINGS COMPARISON

Estimated Savings
***Numbers provided are an estimate based on electricity rates as of todays date. Please note that variable electricity rates fluctuate and actual savings may vary.

RESOURCES

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 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 Camrose Energy bill and the Prudential is fully refundable should you choose to leave Camrose Energy.

Do I need the Site ID number for my electricity or gas service to sign up?

No, if you do not have this information from your current bill, we can find it for you.

If I signed a long-term agreement with another retailer/Community Energy Marketer, can I switch retailers/Community Energy Marketers?

Yes, regulated rate (month-to-month) customers can switch over at any time. If you have signed a long-term contract, we encourage you to contact your current retailer/Community Energy Marketer to verify the cancellation process and to determine if any exit fees or penalties need to be paid, prior to switching to a new energy retailer/Community Energy Marketer.

If I switch energy suppliers, will my service reliability be affected?

No. Services provided by competitive retailers/Community Energy Marketers differ only by price and other contract features. The electricity or natural gas will continue to come to your home or business, through the same network of wires or pipes, no matter whom you choose as an energy retailer/Community Energy Marketers.
By law, the local utility company is not allowed to provide different care levels to customers who have chosen an alternate supplier. You will continue to receive the same level of delivery quality, emergency response and meter reading from your current local utility. If, for some reason, a Community Energy Marketer decided to abruptly end its services, then that company's customers would automatically be enrolled with the regulated rate provider.

Can Camrose Energy service my area?

We can service all communities in Alberta except for Medicine Hat and some Rural Electrification Associations (REAs). Still not sure if we service your area? Contact our friendly local customer care team to find out.

Are there any fees to enroll?

There are no enrollment fees to choose us as your Community Energy Marketer.

Do you offer different payment options?

Pre-authorized debit from a chequing account is our only method of payment. This charge will appear on your bank statement as UTILNET-****-EL / UTILNET-****-NG

Can I change my payment due date?

Our payment due dates are based on when your meter is read by the distribution company. The meter readings and consumption information is sent to us electronically and bills are produced with a payment date seven days after the billing date.
Our new Pick-a-Date program gives customers the ability to pick the date payment for their monthly invoices are withdrawn from their account. All electricity and natural gas customers can choose any day of the month (1st – 28th) or the last day of the month for their payment date (some conditions apply). If you are interested in taking advantage of this new program, contact our Customer Care team and they will help get you set up.

What if I have a micro-generation site?

Electricity exported to the grid by Small Micro-Generators (MG), as defined under the provisions of the Province of Alberta, Electric Utilities Act, Micro-Generation Regulation, is calculated based on meter read information provided by your distribution company. The exported electricity meter data is processed on a monthly basis and will be included as a 'MG Credit' on your bill. The credit will be calculated using the fixed or variable rate chosen by the customer for their imported energy.

I am a Solar Club® Member. How do I switch between rates?

To switch rates, simply log in to your My Account portal and click the "Change" button next to your rate. From the rate selection screen, choose from one of the available rates and click the "Change Rate" button. The last step is to choose your Earliest Possible Rate Change Date using the calendar icon. Then press the "Submit" button and our team takes care of the rest! If you would like additional help, we have video tutorials that show you the process.

How Does Credit Balance Transfer Work?

This feature allows you to use your Microgen credit to automatically pay off balances on your other accounts. Once enabled, any credit remaining on your account after current charges have been paid will automatically be used to pay off any outstanding balances on your other Natural Gas or Electricity accounts (Credit Balance Transfer is currently unavailable to Internet accounts).
Microgen accounts with higher credit balances are used first to cover other accounts with outstanding balances, starting with those with the lowest balances first. Activating credit balance transfers can be done from your 'My Account' page within the 'Profile Information' section and can be deactivated at any time.
Please note that this feature is not available to Budget Billing customers.

Can I leave my generation credits on file?

Absolutely, the choice is yours! You will be refunded your excess microgen credit by default when the value stays above $200 for two consecutive months. You can also opt to leave the credits on your account and draw against them in the winter months.
If 'Credit Balance Transfer' is enabled, your credit will automatically be used to cover your other account(s), such as Electricity or Natural Gas, when your invoice is due. If your microgen account still holds a credit balance over $200 for two consecutive months, you will be refunded your excess credit. If you do not wish to be refunded your excess credit, you can contact customer care and opt to leave the credits on your account.

I’m Solar Ready™, what is the Pre-Solar Rate™?

Our Pre-Solar Rate™ is uniquely designed for customers who have started their solar journey and are waiting for their system to be ready. If you are at one of the following stages in your solar journey, this rate is for you.
  • You have signed a contract to install a solar PV system; or
  • You are waiting for your bidirectional meter to be installed; or
  • You are waiting for the Wires Company to designate your site as a micro-generation site, then you are Solar Ready™.
To qualify for this rate, you must enter a referral code provided by your installer, as well as a copy of the signed installation contract. Please note that this offer cannot be combined with other promo codes.
Once your site is designated a micro-generation site, you will automatically be moved to the current Solar Club LO Rate. The Pre-Solar Rate™ is valid for 180 days from the date of enrollment. If your site is not designated a micro-generation site by the end of the 180 days, you will automatically be put onto the lowest available fixed rate.
For more details, please see the Terms & Conditions.

Who do I call if power goes out or if there is a gas leak or other emergency?

If you have a power outage or other energy related emergency, please call the local utility company for your area (ATCO Electric, ENMAX, EPCOR, FORTIS Alberta, ATCO Gas, etc.) Contact numbers for the utility may also be found on your current bill.

How do I know that my personal information is secure?

We are very concerned about the security and confidentiality of your personal information. Each account is secured by a unique combination or User ID and password and all systems and data are stored in a secure, fully redundant data center that is monitored 24/7.

How Do I Access 'My Account'?

Accessing your My Account page is easy! Our tutorial video below will show you how.

Terms and Conditions

Carbon Offset Credit Platform FAQ
Carbon Offset Credit Platform

What is a carbon offset credit?

A carbon credit (aka carbon offset) is a tradable certificate that represents a one-tonne reduction in or removal of carbon dioxide or carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e). Carbon credits are generated from projects, such as your solar system, that prevent emissions that would have taken place without the project.

How many credits will my system generate?

System generation will depend on several factors (panel tilt, number of sunshine hours, etc.) so the figures below are approximates based on ideal generation conditions:
  1. 1 credit for every 2,000 kWh (i.e. a system that generates 10,000 kWh annually will earn approximately 5 credits)
  2. For every 1 kW in nameplate capacity, your system will generate approximately 0.7 credits (i.e. a 10 kW system will generate approximately 7 credits per year)

How much will I make per credit on a variable price?

Carbon is a commodity, and the market price is based on demand and supply. As the market price for carbon changes, your annual return from the program will adjust accordingly.
Solar Offset and Rewatt Power sell your carbon offset credits into the market each year of the program, returning to system owners a percentage of the market sale rate per credit (see “What are ‘Commission Costs’?” for more information) over the program period.

What is the price of a solar offset credit, and how should I think about pricing?

A variable price aggregator shares in your gains in exchange for market risk.
Solar offset credit prices (“Credit Price”) in Alberta trade from 15 – 30% lower than the federally-regulated price of carbon (“Carbon Price”). For example, the Carbon Price was $65 per tonne of carbon dioxide equivalent emissions (tCO2e) in 2023.
Credit prices fluctuate with market-demand, however, they have increased because the Carbon Price is rising due to environmental mandates and federal pressure. In fact, the Carbon Price is federally mandated to increase $15 per year until it reaches $170 in 2030.
It’s important to note that the value of a carbon credit is not the same as the Carbon Price. Typically, carbon credits sell for roughly 70 – 90% of this amount – although it all depends on market dynamics.

What are "Commission Costs"?

The Commission Costs are split between the Aggregators and us, and cover the administrative burden of managing the program, including the cost of independent third-party audit as required by government.
If you select a variable price through Solar Offset, the Commission Cost varies according to your system size. Find out how much you can make with Solar Offset’s program by completing a no-obligation sign-up to receive an estimate for your system: www.solaroffset.ca/sign-up
If you select a variable price through Rewatt Power for your carbon credits, the Commission Cost is a flat 25%.
Rewatt drives competitive pricing and quality through automation so you must have an inverter or metering device that Rewatt supports. The list of devices that Rewatt supports can be found here.

Who are your Aggregators?

Our Carbon Offset Credit Platform is partnered with three aggregators: Solar Offset and Rewatt Power. You can make your choice based on Commission Costs, and ease of credit generation and reporting.

I was previously enrolled under BMO Radicle’s protocol, how do I select a new Aggregator?

If you were previously enrolled under BMO Radicle’s protocol and your contract is now terminated, you can sign up with any of our other Aggregators. We are working with our Aggregators to determine a process you can follow.
More information to come.

Why is the term so long?

The Alberta registry requires the entity that registers the project (the Aggregators) to report on that project for the full crediting period.

When will I be paid?

You will be paid within 60 days of the sale of the offsets to third parties, and UTILITYnet shall pay you (the Producer) within 10 days of receipt of funds from the Aggregator. The dates of payment are determined by the date on which the project is registered, which varies between Aggregators.

Are carbon credits the same thing as Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs)?

No, carbon credits are different from RECs. A Renewable Energy Certificate represents 1 megawatt-hour (MWh) of green energy being injected into the grid. You cannot generate both carbon credits and RECs, as the protocol does not allow it – this would be double-dipping, getting paid twice for renewable energy generation.

Where are carbon credits traded?

Carbon credits are traded on the open market in Alberta and elsewhere, and thus the price changes just like stocks. They're typically bought by large businesses in a private transaction.

What is verification?

Verification is an independent, third-party audit process completed to international standard ISO 14064-3, during which the generation data and other information collected by the Aggregators is checked for compliance with government rules. Without passing the verification, no credits can be created.

What is serialization?

Once a credit is generated, it is given a unique serial number (serialization). Credits are then traded on the market, purchased, and then "retired" to ensure there is no double counting and that a credit can only be used once.

Carbon credits vs carbon tax, what's the difference?

Carbon credits represent a one-tonne reduction in carbon dioxide or carbon dioxide equivalent, whereas the carbon tax represents a pollution price per tonne of carbon dioxide equivalent emitted. The carbon tax rates are based on global warming potential factors and emissions factors used by Environment and Climate Change Canada.

How will I know if I'm eligible to participate?

After you select and register for a program online, the Aggregators will assess your project and determine if you qualify. You will not need to wait until the verification process to know if you're eligible to participate in our Carbon Offset Credit Platform.

What if part of my system was paid for using grant funding?

Simply indicate that this is the case on the registration form, and the program Aggregators will assess the details and let you know if that part of your system qualifies.

Can I get retroactive credits for an existing system?

Credits cannot be serialized retroactively on solar projects in Alberta, so the years that the panels have been generating in the past won't qualify. However, systems already installed can generate credits from future production.

What is grid intensity (aka Electricity Grid Displacement Factor, EGDF)?

Grid intensity (also known as Electricity Grid Displacement Factor, EGDF) refers to the greenhouse gas emissions associated with electricity from the Alberta grid. It is measured in units of tonnes of carbon dioxide per megawatt-hour (tCO2/MWh). It is the rate at which your solar PV system can generate offset credits. The EGDF is set by the Alberta Government, who review it periodically. As Alberta's electricity grid transitions from emissions-heavy sources (coal) to lower emission generation sources (natural gas and renewables), the EGDF will decrease.

Why does EGDF matter?

The EGDF for your system depends on the year in which the project is registered. If you join an aggregation project, which starts generating offset credits before 2024, your EGDF will be fixed for the duration of the term. If you join an aggregation project that registers in 2024 or later, you will be subject to a decreasing EGDF each year of the program term. So, if you have a system already installed, it is to your advantage to secure your place in an aggregation pool as soon as possible.

Why is my site being aggregated into a large project?

The administrative burden to register a project is quite heavy, so only very large projects can be cost-effectively registered with the Alberta Emissions Offset Registry (AEOR). A single home does not represent enough generation to make registration worthwhile or cost effective without aggregation.

What happens if I sell my home? Will I continue to be paid for credits generated?

With Solar Offset, if you sell your home, either you can terminate the agreement, or you can assign it to the new homeowner to ensure they get value from future offset credits. In either case, you are entitled to receive value from your offset credits generated up to the point of the sale of your property. You simply notify Solar Offset that you have sold your property, provide your new address and system data up to the point of sale, and you'll receive any payment you are due.
With Radicle, if you sell your home, ownership of the credits transfers to Radicle Balance, who will assume ownership of credits generated until the end of the term or until a new agreement is signed with the new homeowners. Payment will only be made to the new homeowners if they sign an agreement with Radicle Balance.

What happens if I change my utility provider?

Signing an agreement with one of the Aggregators has no impact on your choice of utility provider. You can change electricity providers at any time during the term and your business relationship with the Aggregator, as well as your participation in our Carbon Offset Credit Platform, remains unchanged.

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