Regulatory Consulting & Government Advocacy

Our in-depth understanding of utility regulatory concepts and the Alberta electric energy industry allow us to assist clients with regulatory applications, supporting and testing utility applications and working with government agencies to initiate change. Experience gained through our participation in regulatory and government restructuring processes and our knowledge of key industry operations allows us to assist clients efficiently and cost-effectively. Examples of the services we provide include:

• Applications to the Alberta Utilities Commission and Alberta Environment for project approvals
• Development of expert reports and evidence to support rate applications
• Developing and implementing comprehensive utility rate application intervention strategies including interrogatories, expert and policy evidence, cross examination and development of oral and written arguments
• Use our industry knowledge and networks to assist clients with government advocacy efforts

We utilize client input and our experience and expertise to advocate for an industry structure that is fair, open, competitive and responsive in providing our clients with cost-effective alternatives.

Desiderata has both developed tariffs (see Data Collection Agent) and represented clients in testing utility applications (see Dual Use Coalition).