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- **Strategic Project Momentum**: Centralia coal-to-gas conversion nearing definitive agreement; Alberta data center project progressing with multiple customer discussions.
- **Market Resilience**: Alberta REM design finalized, supporting price signals and reliability; 2026 hedge position at CAD 66/MWh above current forward curve.
- **Financial Discipline**: Free cash flow tracking to midpoint of guidance; CAD 2.1 billion credit facility extension supports liquidity.
- **Leadership Transition**: John Kousinioris to retire in April 2026, with Joel Hunter succeeding as President and CEO.
- **Risk Management**: Hedging strategies mitigate price volatility; regulatory engagement addresses TIER and federal electricity regulations.

**【Management Opening Remarks】**
- Stephanie Peris introduced the call, highlighting the webcast availability and replay details. She emphasized the company’s commitment to transparency and provided an overview of the call structure, including CEO and CFO remarks followed by Q&A.

**【CEO Summary Section】**
- **Financial Performance**: Reported adjusted EBITDA of CAD 238 million and free cash flow of CAD 105 million (CAD 0.35 per share), driven by strong fleet availability (92.7%) and hedging strategies.
- **Strategic Projects**: Progress on Alberta data center project and Centralia coal-to-gas conversion, with commercial negotiations ongoing. The Centralia project is expected to finalize a definitive agreement by year-end.
- **Market Developments**: Alberta Restructured Energy Market (REM) design finalized, including a CAD 1,500/MWh price cap and ramping products to enhance reliability. The REM is expected to be implemented in 2027-2028.
- **Liquidity and Capital Management**: Extended credit facilities totaling CAD 2.1 billion and completed divestitures of Poplar Hill and Rainbow Lake facilities.
- **Transition Announcement**: CEO John Kousinioris announced his retirement effective April 30, 2026, with Joel Hunter succeeding as President and CEO.

**【CFO Financial Commentary】**
- **Financial Results**: Adjusted EBITDA decreased 24% year-over-year to CAD 238 million due to lower power prices, reduced market volatility, and contract revenue declines. Free cash flow was CAD 105 million, 20% lower than Q3 2024.
- **Segment Performance**: Hydro segment EBITDA down 18% to CAD 73 million; gas segment down 21% to CAD 110 million; wind/solar stable at CAD 45 million. Energy marketing EBITDA decreased 60% to CAD 17 million.
- **Hedging and Pricing**: Alberta portfolio hedged 2,500 GWh at CAD 66/MWh (29% premium to spot). Gas fleet realized CAD 79/MWh (55% premium). 2026 hedge position of 7,800 GWh at CAD 66/MWh.
- **Sensitivity Analysis**: CAD 1/MWh Alberta spot price impact of CAD 2 million on EBITDA. Full-year spot price expected to average CAD 46/MWh.

**【Q&A Highlights】**
- **Data Center Progress**: Discussions with multiple customers continue, with a focus on securing a definitive agreement by year-end. Centralia coal-to-gas conversion expected to finalize by end-2025.
- **REM Implementation**: Government and AESO engagement ongoing; REM design supports reliability and price signals, with potential for load growth from 1.2 GW data center projects.
- **Regulatory Risks**: Alberta TIER regulation changes may impact emission credit market, but internal credits mitigate risk. Federal Clean Electricity Regulations remain a long-term consideration.
- **Capital Allocation**: Disciplined approach to M&A, focusing on risk-adjusted returns and strategic fits within core markets. Centralia project expected to deliver attractive returns via long-term contracts.
- **Investor Day Delay**: Postponed to Q1 2026 to align with data center and Centralia updates, ensuring comprehensive strategy communication.

TransAlta Corp (TAC) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

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