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Understanding the Rate of Last Resort (ROLR) in Alberta
Here at Park Power, we know navigating the world of electricity plans can be confusing. A recent change from the Alberta government aims to make things clearer for consumers. As of January 1, 2025, the default electricity rate will be called the Rate of Last Resort (ROLR), replacing the old “Regulated Rate Option (RRO)”. This…
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What happened April 5, 2024 to Alberta’s Electricity System?
Many Albertans are questioning what is happening to Alberta’s electricity system after the few grid emergencies we have experienced over the past few months. Below is an excellent recap of the situation in Alberta by Jason Doering of oHmland. Jason’s Substack has some great info about the Alberta Electricity Market and you should consider subscribing.…
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Alberta’s Natural Gas Rebate Program
The natural gas rebate in Alberta: dates and amounts From October 2022 to March 2023, eligible Albertans will see a rebate applied directly to their natural gas bill if the conditions of the rebate are met. When the regulated natural gas rate offered by one of three of Alberta’s regulated utility providers (which are ATCO…
Government of Alberta Electricity Rebate Program
We have recently become aware of several phishing scams related to the Government of Alberta’s Electricity Rebate Program. To be absolutely clear, the rebates will be applied directly to your invoice; there is nothing you need to do to claim the $150 rebate. If you receive a text message that refers to Service Alberta, the CRA, or any other government entity, that…
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Some Thoughts on Natural Gas in Alberta in 2021
Listening to the mainstream media talk about the energy market during the last months caused a mad rush of consumers to sign up for fixed energy prices. Some people are in panic mode to lock into a fixed contract and get off the variable rate. It seemed like an eerie feeling of déjà vu, almost like those…
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Alberta Electricity Market Heading into 2022.
Without question, the increase in the cost of Natural Gas will impact Power Pool prices of electricity, as the Alberta fleet of generators uses more gas as a fuel source. With this said – the cost of electricity will go up and is far more volatile than the cost of natural gas. But, you need…
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High Electricity Prices: It’s Time to Look at Your Bill.
If you are like a lot of people, pushing off small nagging tasks is a common occurrence. Repainting that wall in the kitchen? That will have to wait until next weekend. Taking out the trash? I’ll get that done tomorrow. Analyzing the monthly electricity bill? Don’t have time for that today. Let’s face it, even…
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Eco-Solar Home Tour Edmonton
Park Power is proud to sponsor the Eco-Solar Home Tour Edmonton.
Direct Energy Sold To NRG
How Alberta consumers are affected by the sale of Direct Energy to NRG.
Smart Home Products Now Available At OurStore
We are proud to announce an exciting addition to our product offering in partnership with Utility Network & Partners Inc (UTILITYnet): The launch of our new online store! OurStore offers products that help consumers get the most out of their Electricity, Natural Gas, and Internet Services.Each purchase you make online at OurStore is packaged and shipped by our fulfillment team and further supports Park Power and the other local companies in the…
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Support CKUA With Your Power Bills
Park Power is excited to have the CKUA Radio Network as one of our Community Partners. CKUA is a donor-supported arts organization that inspires and connects through the power of music, arts, culture and story. With a focus on musical discovery, they showcase the best creative work from Alberta and beyond and deliver it on-air, online…
COVID Community Support in Alberta
Park Power is proud to provide continued support to the community during COVID.
Alberta Utility Deferral Update
An update on the Alberta Utility Payment Deferral Program.
More than $30,000 earned in Cash Back Credits and Rebates by Solar Club Members in Alberta.
Did you know that Alberta is one of the sunniest places in all of Canada? It is estimated that the usable annual solar potential in Alberta is 26 exajoules (EJ) – that’s 26 BILLION gigajoules! For comparison, the average urban consumer uses 120 GJ (~272 GJ for rural consumers) of energy in natural gas each year. Interesting numbers – but what does this really mean?
Payment Options During COVID-19 Outbreak
Park Power is committed to providing our customers with the highest level of service and customer care while helping them through the COVID-19 Outbreak.
Park Power During in Covid-19 in Alberta
Park Power is always looking out for our customers and during the challenging times of COVID-19, we are doing our best to help our customers though them.
Compare The Electricity Rates of Park Power and the RRO.
n response to some customer inquiries, I would like to provide a short report and comparison of the electricity rates from Park Power and the Regulated Rate Option (RRO).
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Will You Pay Too Much For Electricity in 2020?
If you pay your electricity bill to EPCOR, Enmax, or Direct Energy Regulated Services and you are paying the Regulated Rate Option (RRO), you’ll be paying more for your electricity in 2020 than you have to.
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Will removal of the electricity rate cap affect my bills?
As of November 30, 2019 the Alberta subsidized rate cap for Regulated Rate Option (RRO) electricity customers ended. Will this policy update affect your power bills? The answer depends on whether you pay your bills to an RRO provider or a competitive provider like Park Power. The previous NDP government installed the rate cap of…
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Park Power’s 6th Birthday!
November 1, 2019 marked 6 years since Park Power launched onto the Alberta utilities markets and I wanted to share some thoughts about how we have been able to compete and grow steadily over that time. Our size matters. The fact that Park Power is smaller than the large, integrated incumbents gives us some competitive…
Alberta Electricity Consumers Paid over 17% too Much for Electricity
What would you rather pay for electricity? 6.8 ¢/kWh or 5.79 ¢/kWh? Seems like a simple question, but about half of Albertans paid over 17% too much for their electricity during July. If you are on the government’s Regulated Rate Option (RRO) and paid 6.8 ¢/kWh, that includes you! The concept of buying electricity on…
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The Alberta Home That Can (Almost) Be Heated With A Hair Dryer
Learn about how an young Alberta couple built a home on the prairies that can almost be heated with a hair dryer.
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Oil, gas, wind, and solar together are the next generation Alberta energy equation, says solar installer
Oil, gas, wind, and solar together are the next generation Alberta energy equation, says solar installer.
Solar Knowledge is Power
On Saturday April 6, 2019, join Park Power at the 2019 Solar Trade Show presented by the Solar Energy Society of Alberta. in Edmonton at NAIT. Park Power is proud to be an Equinox Sponsor of this FREE Solar Trade Show and we will be 1 of 50 interactive booths exhibiting at the show. Attendees…
Trade Show in Edmonton to Shine a Light on Solar Power in Alberta
Passionate about solar energy, electricity, and the future sustainability of our province? Well there is an event coming up you may want to attend. The Solar Energy Society of Alberta (SESA) is hosting a free Solar Trade Show Saturday, April 6, 2019, at the NAIT CAT building, which will provide a great opportunity for those in attendance…
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New free software helps Albertans dive into renewable energy
There’s no escaping the topic. You read about it in the news, experts are talking about how renewable energy will change the way we power our lives, and now, there are even rebates from the government available. Whether its by sunlight, wind, or geothermal heat, renewable energy has the ability to reduce a consumer’s carbon…
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Residential Battery Storage… is this “Thee” Disruptive Technology?
As governments around the globe continue to promote solar PV, the next market to show strong growth in coming years will be the storage market. We asked Terry Rendflesh for his views and to share his thoughts on “time shifting”; where storage can be charged during periods of high solar PV output and discharged later,…
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The City of Calgary’s Cash Cow Needs Wrangling
Problems and Solutions: We are all in for a rough time ahead in the energy sector. If you understand the problems, the solutions may be easier to digest. Albertans are resilient, yet at the same time we need our political leaders to make tough decisions and spend our tax dollars wisely. Everyone knows the harsh…
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Pre-pay Your Electricity & Natural Gas Bills and Earn Rewards
You asked, we listened! Good news! If you own a smart phone, we have a new credit card pre-payment option for you to take advantage of. Now you can earn reward points by pre-paying your electricity and natural gas bills. We are proud to announce that customers, in addition to using pre-authorized debit,…
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Five Years As An Alberta Electricity & Natural Gas Provider
November 1, 2018 marked 5 years since Park Power launched onto the Alberta utilities market. First as an electricity only provider and now offering natural gas and green energy to Albertans as well. As with most entrepreneurial journeys, these past 5 years have had their ups and downs but I am happy to say that…
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Local Electricity & Natural Gas Companies Offering More Value for Less than Large Regulated Utilities
In 2009 UtilityNet decided to open their own electricity retail shop. The goal was simple, to offer electricity, natural gas, and green energy to Albertans for less. People told them they were crazy and that no one could compete with the incumbent government utilities. They begged to differ and became the first local Energy Marketer…
A Closer Look at Direct Energy
How Well Do You Know Your Utility Provider? A Closer Look at Direct Energy Many consumers don’t realise that Alberta’s electricity industry is rife with cases of job outsourcing by some of the largest players in the game. The business case for outsourcing jobs overseas is simple. Lowering operating costs helps companies increase profits, and…
Cheapest Fixed Electricity & Natural Gas Rates In Alberta
Park Power is offering some of the cheapest Fixed Electricity & Natural Gas rates in Alberta. We have been happy to offer price stability to Alberta utility consumers with our Fixed Electricity Rates, our latest rates available offer the best deal in 2020 for price conscious Albertans. Plus we our Fixed Rates for Natural Gas are…
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Our Sign Up Page & My Account Closed for Maintenance
Thanks for visiting our website. Our Sign Up application and the My Account online portal will be closed for maintenance from March 24-25, 2018 Please email any questions to info@parkpower.ca
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FREE Solar Trade Show in Edmonton
You’re invited to the FREE Solar Trade Show! If you are interested in a free education on all things energy efficiency and solar power, this is the event for you. There will be activities for families with children, homeowners, enthusiasts, professionals, and those looking to get involved with the industry. You should come because we…
Alberta’s Electricity Prices Reach Surprising Low
Alberta’s Electricity Prices Reach Surprising Low Alberta’s residents enjoyed shockingly low electricity prices in 2017, the cheapest in at least 20 years. According to researchers, electricity prices have not been this low in Alberta since 1997. While Alberta electricity consumers are benefitting with choices of low usage rates, this isn’t necessarily good news for…
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See You at the Keep It Local Marketplace this Fall
Do you want to eat, shop, and connect with local businesses in our community? Want to get a head start on Christmas shopping? Don’t miss the Keep It Local Marketplace at Sherwood Park! Keep It Local Marketplace is a variety of unique vendors, stage entertainment, and good food, and Park Power is a proud…
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Regulated vs. Competitive Providers: Alberta’s Rate Options for Electricity and Natural Gas
Regulated vs. Competitive Providers: Alberta’s Rate Options for Electricity and Natural Gas As an Alberta resident or business owner, shopping for a new energy supply is your right, and you should know that you have options as to where to purchase your electricity and natural gas supplies. The two types of Alberta energy providers are…
Park Power Sponsors Saffron Centre Consent Event Walk & Fun Run
Park Power is very proud to be a sponsor of the Saffron Centre Consent Event Walk & Fun Run 2017. Happening Saturday May 27, 2017 at Broadmoor Lake in Sherwood Park, this event is an annual fundraiser that supports the Saffron Centre in their mission of working to support the healing and empowerment of those…
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Solar Rebates and Energy Efficiency Program in Alberta
Take advantage of the Government of Alberta Solar Rebates and Energy Efficiency Programs! I encourage you to check out the Energy Efficiency Alberta website as it has been recently updated with an easy interface providing lots of information about all the energy savings programs currently being offered to Albertans. It also a good place to inform yourselves…
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What is happening to Alberta’s Electricity Market?
Starting January 1, 2017 Alberta’s electricity landscape will begin to undergo some major changes and you may be wondering about these changes and how they will affect you as a consumer. The impact may not be as daunting or a negative as you might think. There are 3 key principles that will be guiding this…
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Update on the Alberta Coal Phase Out
As January 1, 2017 approaches and Alberta prepares to enact some major changes to the electricity market here is an update on the Coal Phase Out. The Alberta Government is attempting a made-in-Alberta transition to a stable, reliable and cleaner electricity system, the government plans to phase out all coal pollution by 2030. This will…
Alberta’s Electricity Market Is Evolving
The Alberta electricity system and market is evolving and with these changes coming in you may be asking yourself, “What is the next evolution?” With 4 major announcements coming from the Alberta Government Nov. 22nd, Nov. 23rd, Nov 24th, and Nov 25th Alberta’s Electricity Market will undertake a redesign with 3 key guiding principles. Address volatility…
Door-to-door energy sales ban to protect Alberta consumers
Here is a News Release that came from the Government of Alberta today regarding the use of door-to-door sales tactics for energy products. As Park Power aims to be A Better Choice for Albertan’s we have never used door-to-door tactics. Door-to-door energy sales ban will protect consumers November 25, 2016 Media inquiries Starting Jan. 1,…
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How Will Canada’s Coal-Fired Electricity Phase Out Affect Consumers?
Canada’s coal-fired electricity phase out plan, announced Nov 21, 2016, will of course have effects on consumers. Will Canadian citizens and businesses be able to handle the increased utility costs? Yes. I would like to give consumers on Canadian (an in particular Albertan) electricity markets some context about our costs for electricity. Canada as a…
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Local Energy Retailer Joins The Fight To End Family Violence
This was originally posted by Nick Clark of Green Alberta Energy. Click here to view the original. Local Energy retailer joins the fight to end family violence Please allow me to introduce you to Kris Kasawski, founder of Park Power. He represents the future of Alberta’s energy business. Someone who cares and is passionate about his…
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Park Power A Finalist For Sherwood Park Chamber of Commerce Business Award
Park Power is proud to announce that we are a finalist for a 2016 Sherwood Park Chamber of Commerce Business Awards. As one of 3 finalists for the Don Neil Young Entrepreneur Award we are super excited to see how we will fare at the awards ceremony. As a locally owned business offering lower rates and…
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Preparing Your Home for Alberta Winters
Here are some great tips for preparing your home for Alberta winters. We found them at Energy Saver, U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) consumer resource on saving energy and using renewable energy technologies at home. Follow these tips to put in some work now to reduce your energy bills over the winter months. 1. CLEAN…
Park Power Supports SCSpeakout
Join Park Power in helping bring awareness to the issue of Family Violence with the #SCSpeakOut Campaign. Show our community that you care and get engaged in the conversation, both in person and on social media, around the complex issue of family violence. The hashtag #SCSpeakout will be used in as a tool to engage more…
Park Power partners up with Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS)
Park Power is proud to announce our latest addition to our Community Partner roster, Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (CPAWS) Northern Alberta who have been positive and effective nature advocates in Alberta since 1968. As a collaborative organization, CPAWS works with government, forestry and oil industry representatives, and communities to find conservation solutions for Alberta’s…
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Park Power at the Edmonton Pride in the Park Festival
Park Power is very excited to be an exhibitor at the Edmonton Pride in the Park Festival Saturday June 4, 2016 at Strathcona Park in Old Strathcona (104 St & 86 Ave). The festival begins right after the Pride Parade and is a free event for all ages that runs from 11am- 6pm. The parade will…
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Fort McMurray Fire Red Cross Relief Efforts from Park Power
The impact of the recent wildfire on the people from Fort McMurray is devastating. We all know of someone connected in one way or another in the Wood Buffalo area, or watch on TV the hardships that so many families facing as they try to escape the wildfires. Park Power is providing an easy way…
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Win This Rayne Misfortune Longboard
Subscribe to Park Power’s Newsletter before May 1st, 2016 to be entered to win this awesome Rayne Misfortune Longboard. Keep up to date with information on the electricity and natural gas markets, renewable energy, and local awesomeness. Subscribe to our mailing list * indicates required Email Address * First Name Last…
What is the Balancing Pool and a Power Purchase Arrangement?
Recently Enmax, Direct Energy, and AltaGas have all exercised a right available to them in their Power Purchase Arrangements to opt out of the agreements and return them under the control of the Balancing Pool. These actions will have impacts on consumers in the Alberta Utilities market who might be asking, “What is the Balancing Pool…
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Park Power Alberta Energy Provider
Keeping you in the loop about your local energy retailer 2016 is into full swing now and should prove to be another interesting year for the electricity and utility industry. The Alberta Government is starting to enact their Climate Change Plan which includes the phase out of coal fired electricity and the uptake of 30% renewable…
How To Get A Cheaper Electricity & Natural Gas Bill In Alberta
How can you get a cheaper electricity & natural gas bill in Alberta? Make a Better Choice and choose Park Power as your energy provider. We can help you take advantage of the record low electricity prices in Alberta right now and help save you money. Some consumers in Alberta might wonder how its possible that we…
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Happy Holidays 2015 From Park Power
Happy Holidays from Park Power!! Thanks for helping us have such an awesome 2015 where we have seen reduction in our rates, growth in our product offerings, and increases in our community support. We have added Natural Gas service for our customers in the ATCO Gas Territory. As well we have added a Green Energy option offering our…
Green Alberta Energy is available from Park Power
GREEN ALBERTA ENERGY The cost of greening the electricity grid in Alberta just got less expensive. Park Power and Green Alberta Energy are now putting consumers in control to GREEN any portion of their energy consumption because every little bit helps. The price per kWh for our new produce offering is 1.66 cents. How…
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Why Is My Power Bill So High?
You may ask “Why is my power bill so high?” Here at Park Power we want to explain how the structure of the Alberta utilities market affects your power bill and what you can do to reduce your costs. In very simple terms consumers can lower their power bill in two ways, Use Less or Pay Less.…
Great Alberta Electricity Rates
Great electricity rates are available in Alberta. You could save money on your power bill by switching to Park Power and take advantage of savings offered. The deregulated electricity market in Alberta is working for consumers and those who have switched to Park Power have been able to benefit from the low market prices available right now.…
Better Business Bureau Accreditation for Park Power
Park Power has recently gained accreditation with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) of Central and Northern Alberta. This means BBB has determined that our business meets accreditation standards, which include a commitment to make a good faith effort to resolve any consumer complaints. The BBB Standards maintain that Park Power shall: Build Trust – Establish and maintain a…
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Choose Light from ENMAX Energy, is a light bulb really worth it?
ENMAX is currently trying to win over consumers with its Choose Light campaign that rewards consumers with higher rates on electricity and natural gas…and some light bulbs. You may have seen their advertisements on billboards around town and with large print advertisements (translation – large advertisements = large overhead) hoping to wow you into signing…
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TransAlta Power Price Manipulation & Alberta Consumers.
The editorial cartoon published Wednesday July 29, 2015 was somewhat disingenuous and misleading. Residential and small business consumers buying electricity, based on “guaranteed energy rates” provided by competitive retailers like Park Power, are totally shielded from impact as presented in the MSA report of TransAlta with-holding generation with the intent of artificially pumping up the…
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Park Power Representing at Capital Ideas 41
On Wednesday July 15th I had the privilege of representing Park Power at Capital Ideas 41 “Doing Good in the Neighbourhood”. Capital Ideas is about business owners helping business owners by sharing what they know in the Edmonton Journal Business section and at live events. At this particular event I was speaking about why making…
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Better Electricity Rates in Edmonton
Better electricity rates are available in the Edmonton Region if you choose Park Power. Many Edmonton area consumers who are unaware that they can make a Better Choice for their energy needs still choose the Default or Regulated Rate Option (RRO) from EPCOR. The RRO changes every month and is a fair market price set…
Park Power Is Offering Cheap Electricity Rates.
The deregulated electricity market in Alberta is working for consumers and saving some over 50% on their electricity rates. That is a significant amount of savings that consumers who have switched to Park Power have been able to benefit from. Some consumers ask how we are able to beat the big utilities on price and by such…
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Great Canadian Trade Fair 2015 at Millenium Place
Park Power will be at booth #214 of The Great Canadian Trade Fair & Sale, which takes place April 10,11,12 at Millenium Place in Sherwood Park, AB, spreading the good word about shopping local and saving money on your power bill. As an independent local business, the Trade Fair provides a great opportunity to connect with local…
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Cheap Edmonton Electricity Rates Available Now
Right now if you are paying your power bill to EPCOR, Enmax, Direct Energy, or Just Energy you are missing out on cheap electricity rates available in the Edmonton Region and paying 40% more than you could be if you were a Park Power customer on the Floating Rate. Wholesale power pool prices are at a…
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EPCOR Electricity Rates 40% higher than Park Power
EPCOR electricity rates have been 40% higher than Park Power’s and many consumers are losing out on savings that a deregulated utilities market has provided. Over the last couple of years and particular over the last 6 months, wholesale electricity prices have fallen dramatically. Currently prices are at a 15 year low and as we enter…
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Lower Electricity Rates Are Available in Alberta From Park Power
Lower electricity rates are available in Alberta from Park Power. As of January 1, 2015 we are now offering service across the province. We are excited to be able to provide our lower rates on electricity and superior customer service across this wonderful province of Alberta. As an energy retailer, Park Power must register to…
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A Deregulated Electricity Market Is Rewarding Consumers
In Alberta our electricity rates are proving that a deregulated electricity market is rewarding consumers that have chosen to get off the RRO (Regulated Rate Option) offered by the big utilities and Sign Up with an independent Energy Retailer like Park Power. 2014 prices will end up being the 3rd lowest prices paid for power…
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Park Power Newsletter Dec 2014
Park Power Newsletter Keeping you in the loop about your local energy retailer Recently Park Power celebrated our one year anniversary of offering a better choice for consumers to pay their power bill to. It has been an exciting and challenging year but thanks to you, our wonderful customers, we have continued to grow and look forward…
Floating Electricity Rates in Alberta Can Be Attractive
When it comes to choosing the rate to pay for your electricity in Alberta these days floating rates can be attractive. They can be really attractive if you are a customer on the RRO (Regulated Rate Option) with EPCOR. For October usage EPCOR customers living in the city Edmonton were paying 8.737 cents/kWh for their power.…
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Enmax Outsourcing Jobs to India
Enmax is outsourcing 38 jobs to a company based in India. The jobs are related to billing and customer care operations. Amanda Stephenson of the Calgary Herald reported on the story last week. Why would a Calgary owned energy retailer choose to take jobs away from our province? Who knows but it is not the first…
Wholesale Power Prices from 2001-2014
This chart shows the historical annual averages of wholesale Alberta Power Prices from 2001-2014. As you can see the competitive, de-regulated electricity market is working at bringing lower prices to consumers. In particular prices for 2014 are beating the historical average. What you should also see is the volatility that exists in the power market.…
Premier Prentice uninformed about the Alberta electricity market.
Premier Prentice is uninformed about the Alberta electricity market. Recently, two articles were printed about Alberta politicians making misguiding statements regarding the electricity market. Darci Henton of the Calgary Herald reported “Prentice vow to rein in high power prices” Matt Dykstra of the Sun Media reported “Alberta Premier wants a ‘look-see’ into electricity prices” Both…
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Energy Savings At Home
Energy savings at home is something we should all aim to achieve. If we are efficient and smart with out energy use at home it will have two positive effects. Firstly, it will reduce our energy consumption which will help reduce our monthly utility bills. Secondly, it will have a positive environmental effect because less demand…
Sherwood Park Chamber of Commerce – Thank You
On behalf of Park Power Ltd, your Local energy retailer, I would like to thank the membership of the Sherwood Park Chamber of Commerce for being so supportive over our first year in business Powering Our Community. It is has been a great environment for me to spread Park Power’s message that consumers can choose…
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Gilmore Park Pathway Party
Join Park Power owner Kris Kasawski, Sun Aug 31, 2014 at the Gilmore Park Pathway Party. This will be a great community event celebrating the completion of Phase 2 in the redevelopment of Gilmore Park. Park Power supports this Community Initiative of the Gilmore Park Community League, a group of awesome dedicated residents doing great…
Boys & Girls Club of Strathcona County Profile
Here is Park Power’s first Community Partner Profile showcasing how we “Power Our Community” through our support of the Boys & Girls of Strathcona County Through our Community Partner Program, Park Power has committed to sharing its revenues with local charitable non-profit organizations. Our billing system is set up so that when a consumer signs up…
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Solar Power Is Ready For You
Solar Power is ready for us here in the Capital Region. We receive more sunshine year round than most other cities in Canada. We even get more sunshine than cities in Florida. Green Energy Futures is a great local group reporting on renewable energy solutions that you should check out. Lately they have been reporting…
Canadian Anti-Spam Legislation CASL
Canadian Anti-Spam Legislation comes into effect on July 1, 2014 CASL This legislation is aimed at helping Canadians avoid spam and other electronic threats. What it means is that you as the consumer get to determine who your email buddies are and how those email buddies are able to communicate with you. If you would…
Change Your Community: Pride BBQ and Silent Auction
Change Your Community: Pride BBQ and Silent Auction Please join our Community Partner the altView Foundation for Gender Variant and Sexual Minorities for their annual Pride Week BBQ Thursday June 12, 2014 from 6-9pm and the Sherwood Park Chamber of Commerce 100 Ordze Ave in Sherwood Park. This will be a great event with a free…
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Is Enmax’s Choose Free really Free?
Is Enmax’s Choose Free electricity promotion really free? You may have heard about this promotion happening right now and thought to yourself, “Hey, that sounds like a great deal.” Before you jump in here are some things to consider Here is the skinny on Enmax Free Power giveaway. A. Conditions: 1. You must sign up for…
Albertans Warned of Power Price Spike Article – A Response
Albertans warned of power ‘price spike’ By Darcy Henton, Calgary Herald April 18, 2014 6:37 AM Below is a response from a colleague of Park Power, Nick Clark of Utility Network and Partners Inc. Dear Minister, The numbers are clear: Some consumers are going to be hit with a massive price increase in May. But…
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Alberta Price Alert for Electricity in May
Alberta Price Alert for Electricity in May. …
Website Maintenance April 11-13
Just a heads up that we are doing some maintenance this weekend and the ‘Sign Up’ and ‘My Account’ sections will be unavailable from 5pm Friday April 11 until the morning of Monday April 14. Thanks for understanding and have a great weekend
Compare Electricity and Natural Gas Utility Options
How should you compare electricity and natural gas utility options for your home? Many Albertans are uninformed about the options available to them when choosing utility services (power and natural gas) for their home. They may be unaware of how deregulation has affected their choice and how sometimes the regulated option may not be the best one…
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New Community Partner – The Festival Place Cultural Arts Foundation
Park Power is a company that is aiming to be a positive member of our community. Through our Community Partner program we have committed to sharing our revenue with positive, local charitable non-profit organizations and we are happy to announce the addition of our latest Community Partner, The Festival Place Cultural Arts Foundation or FPCAF for…
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Winter Sunshine Can Help Reduce Your Energy Costs
Have you ever considered how passive solar energy from the low winter sun can help you reduce your energy costs? Passive solar is the concept of collecting, storing, and distributing solar energy without the aid of any mechanical devices. Solar energy is collected during daylight hours through a building’s south facing windows, stored as thermal…
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New Community Partner – The altView Foundation
Park Power is proud to announce the addition of our newest Community Partner, The altView Foundation for Gender Variant and Sexual Minorities. The altView Foundation is a great group of people creating positive change in our community. Their core values of Acceptance, Community, Openness, and Honesty and a Vision Statement of creating and encouraging acceptance and…
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Choosing Electricity Rates in Alberta – Floating or Fixed?
When choosing electricity rates in Alberta, should you choose floating or fixed? In Alberta, we have a deregulated electricity market and you can choose who you buy your electricity from. You can buy from a Competitive Energy Retailer like Park Power either at a fixed price for a certain term or at a floating rate that will…
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Park Power – Local, Stable, Secure Electricity
“Who is Park Power and why should I choose Park Power as my electricity provider?” “How much money can I save with Park Power?” “Is it easy to switch?” “Can I trust that my power supply is secure?” These are questions that I get from consumers as I talk to them about Park Power. So,…
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Electricity Supply || Questions?
As Park Power is a newer energy retailer in the province, consumers might wonder, “How can I be sure power will be delivered to my home or business after I sign up with a smaller boutique retailer like Park Power?” The answer is that the delivery of power to the end users is not in…
Want to save money on your power bill?
Would you like to save money on your power bill? Currently, most of you will pay your power bill to the default regulated option EPCOR, or a competitive retailer like Direct Energy, Enmax, or Just Energy and you will pay more for your power than you can with Park Power. Here are some examples of…
Mo Power to Mo People
Celebrate the launch of Park Power as well as that wonderful male accessory that seems to flourish in the month of Movember. Saturday Nov 9th 5:30-9pm drop by Mud, Sweat, and Gears in Sherwood Park to help promote local business. With food from Cafe Haven and Movember is full swing it should be a great…
Solar Power?
Want to learn more about how awesome Solar Power for your home is? Check out this event http://ow.ly/pVhHHWelcome to the #sunpatch.
Worth Considering
Have you considered why you may not want to be on the a floating rate for your electricity? This chart shows the volatility of the power price in Alberta since 2006. Park Power will be offering Stable Rate guarantees. Pay the same low rate for 3 years. [tw_button link=”http://parkpower.ca/join-us/sign-up/” size=”large” rounded=”true” style=”flat” hover=”hover3″ color=”#d1512a” target=”_blank”]Sign Me…
