Alectra Utilities Corporation
Alectra Utilities Corporation is an electricity utility and distributor primarily serving communities in Ontario's Greater Golden Horseshoe area. The company's mission is to provide innovative and reliable energy solutions that deliver lasting value and to be an energy ally for its customers. The corporate office for Alectra Utilities Corporation is located in Hamilton, Ontario.
The company distributes electricity to approximately one million homes and businesses across 17 communities, covering a service territory of about 1,924 square kilometers. Beyond electricity distribution, Alectra Utilities offers a range of services including energy conservation programs, smart grid technology, solar generation, meter services, and street lighting maintenance. It also focuses on developing and implementing innovative energy solutions for its diverse customer base.
Alectra Utilities is recognized as the largest municipally-owned electricity utility in Canada by customer count. Brian Bentz serves as the President and CEO of its parent company, Alectra Inc. The company is actively pursuing net-zero goals by 2050 and making significant investments in grid infrastructure and modernization. Its commitment to innovation is highlighted by its Green Energy & Technology Centre (GRE&T Centre), which explores clean and customer-friendly energy solutions, and its recent commitment to prioritizing Canadian suppliers. The company has received accolades such as the Public Power Utility of the Year by the Smart Electric Power Alliance (SEPA) in 2020 and the Ontario Energy Association (OEA) Innovation Award in 2021.
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