ISO Rules
The Independent System Operator (ISO) operating as The Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) is given authority to make ISO rules in accordance with Section 20 of the Electric Utilities Act and that authority also requires market participants to comply with the ISO Rules. The ISO Rules facilitate the safe, reliable and economic operation of the interconnected electric system and promotes a fair, efficient and openly-competitive wholesale market for electricity in Alberta.
From time to time the AESO will create new ISO rules or modify or remove existing ISO rules. When creating or changing ISO rules the AESO must follow the requirements set out in the Alberta Utilities Commission Rule 017. New or changes to ISO rules must be filed with the Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC).