Mark Poweska

Engagement on intertie and distribution system development, including costs and ratepayer impacts associated with grid expansion. Discussions regarding tax policy changes for municipally owned utilities, including changes to ownership thresholds to remain tax exempt. Discussions regarding the impacts of the Excessive Interest and Financing Expenses Limitation (EIFEL) rules on regulated utilities in Alberta. Discussion and engagement about the future of electricity in Canada, including the announced Electricity Working Group between the Government of Canada and Government of Alberta to explore measures to support grid stability, modernization and services for electricity generation in Alberta. Discussions on carbon markets, including engagement with working groups announced by the federal government to explore different models of linking carbon markets across Canada. Discussions regarding characteristics of future grant funding or programs related to grid modernization and other applicable electricity funding programs. Discussions on industrial carbon pricing, output-based pricing system reviews, including the federal benchmark, and the impact of these policies on the electricity market in Alberta and consumers. Engagement with federal officials on subject matter and policy changes related to the Federal Electricity Strategy, Powering Canada Strong: A National Strategy for an Electrified Canadian Economy. Discussions on amendments to the Clean Electricity Regulations to extend the life of existing power assets and unlock new investment in Alberta's electricity sector.