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Nick Jansen is a Senior Economist at AESO since February 2021, bringing extensive experience in regulatory analysis and economic research. Previously, Jansen served as a Senior Regulatory Advisor at Heartland Generation and worked as a Regulatory Analyst at the Utilities Consumer Advocate, where responsibilities included analyzing regulatory and policy issues impacting electricity and natural gas consumers in Alberta. Jansen began a career in economics as an intern at the Market Surveillance Administrator, performing economic research on Alberta’s electricity markets. Jansen holds a Master's degree in Public Policy and two Bachelor's degrees in Economics and Political Science, all from the University of Calgary.
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The Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) manages and operates the provincial power grid. We're a not-for-profit organization serving in the public interest. We work with industry partners and the government to make sure reliable power is there when you need it. Whatever changes happen in the world, Albertans can rely on us to manage the electricity markets and meet your energy needs. From integrating renewable energy into your life to developing the grid, the future for electricity in Alberta looks bright. What do we do Manage and plan the power grid 24 hours a day When you need power, you expect it. We work with industry partners to keep electricity flowing throughout the province. Our system controllers balance supply and demand 24/7, making sure four million Albertans have power when they need it. Manage and operate the energy markets In Alberta, companies own generation, transmission and distribution facilities. We dispatch the power sold by generators, using the lowest-priced electricity first and then the next lowest until the need for power has been satisfied. We also enforce transmission tariffs and regulations, keeping the market fair and open for everyone. Plan the future of the system and its infrastructure As Alberta grows, so does its need for electricity. We plan ahead and expand the grid, ensuring the right transmission lines are built as efficiently as possible. As the province moves away from coal-fired power plants, we're enabling investment in renewable energy. In everything we do, our eye is always on the future.