Proactive Management
Take Control Before Volatility Hits
Alberta's electricity market is deregulated, which means prices change every hour based on supply and demand. Most businesses simply pay whatever the market charges — reacting to costs after the fact.
Proactive management is a different approach: instead of hoping for the best, you take control of your energy costs before volatility hits.
At NACC, the primary tool we use for proactive management is energy hedging. Here's what that means and how the process works.
What Is an Energy Hedge?
Think of a hedge like locking in your mortgage rate. Instead of paying whatever the electricity market charges each hour — which can swing wildly — you agree to a fixed price for a set period. If the market price spikes, you're protected. It's one of the simplest ways to take the guesswork out of your energy bill.
Predictable Costs
Know exactly what you'll pay each month, making budgeting straightforward.
Protection from Spikes
When market prices surge, your rate stays the same.
Competitive Edge
Stabilize your costs while competitors absorb market volatility.
Simple Process
NACC handles the complexity. You just choose when and how much to hedge.
How It Works
Create Your Free Account
Sign up on our website in under a minute. Once registered, you'll have access to real-time electricity market data — charts, forecasts, and trends — so you can see exactly why hedging makes sense for your business.
Submit a Hedge Request
When you're ready, fill out a short form telling us three things: when you want the hedge to start, how long you'd like it to last, and what percentage of your energy usage to cover. That's it — a dedicated NACC representative takes it from there.
Sign the Load Release Form
This is a standard industry form that authorizes NACC to manage your electricity supply on your behalf. Think of it like giving power of attorney to your accountant — it simply lets us act in your best interest. You only need to sign this once, and it stays valid for 12 months.
Quick Credit Verification
A brief background check confirms your business's eligibility. This is a one-time step — once approved, it carries over to any future hedges you request. Most verifications complete within a few business days.
Review Your Price Offer
NACC negotiates a competitive fixed rate on your behalf and presents it to you. You'll see the exact price per megawatt-hour and can compare it against current market rates right in your dashboard. There's no pressure — you have time to review the offer before deciding.
Your Hedge Is Active
Once you accept the offer, your fixed rate is locked in. No matter what happens in the electricity market — price spikes, seasonal swings, extreme weather events — your rate stays the same for the entire duration of your hedge. You can track everything from your NACC dashboard.
Ready to Protect Your Energy Costs?
Our team is here to answer your questions and help you find the right hedging strategy for your business.