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Rocky View County is involved in the Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC) review of a proposed natural gas-fired power plant for the Beacon AI Hub, linked to a data centre in Chestermere. The County will ensure local concerns are included in the provincial application record.

The proposed plant, between Glenmore Trail and Highway 22X, aims to supply electricity to the data centre, which was previously expected to draw from Alberta's grid. Due to new provincial restrictions, the Beacon AI project now seeks its own power supply.

The AUC issued a Notice of Application on January 19, 2026, to commence public review. Local residents have raised concerns about noise, emissions, and agricultural land impacts. The County will document these issues as part of the regulatory process.