Electric and Magnetic Fields (EMF) Information Sheet 

Electric and Magnetic Fields (EMF) associated with electric power lines are similar to the low-level electric and magnetic fields that we are exposed to in our daily lives. EMF is generated from common items like hair dryers, computer monitors, toasters – and power lines.

Because the use of electricity is so common in our lives, researchers have been studying exposure to EMF since the 1970s.

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Electrical Effects from Alternating Current (AC) Transmission Lines Information Sheet 

For information about the potential interference of transmission lines with GPS and other household electronics, the potential for shocks and vehicle safety near the lines, and the danger of transmission lines and lightning, view the Electrical Effects from Alternating Current (AC) Transmission Lines information sheet.

Farming and Transmission Lines Information Sheet 

Homes, farms, industry, government and businesses all count on a reliable electric system. To help meet this need, thousands of farmers and other landholders host transmission lines on their property. Our Farming and Transmission Lines information sheet provides answers to common farming and transmission line questions.

Decommissioning Transmission Lines Information Sheet

When new transmission lines are required to meet increasing electricity demands or power lines need to be replaced because they have reached end-of-line conditions, ATCO Electric may decommission or convert a transmission line or remove the facilities and return the right-of-way to the surrounding land use. The Decommissioning Transmission Lines information sheet provide information on decommissioning, removal and conversion of transmission lines.

Noise and Transmission Lines Information Sheet

Noise from a transmission line is generally not an issue during fair weather. With rainy conditions, there may be some noise, but even then, the noise generated from the line is typically lower than the normal sound level in a library. View our Will you hear the transmission line? information sheet for more information.

Power Lines and Property Values Information Sheet

Many factors influence property value: market conditions, personal preference and others. The Power Lines and Property Values information sheet provides information provided by experts in the field of land and property.

Trapping and Transmission Lines Information Sheet

The effect of a transmission line on a trap line is generally minimal and temporary. View our Trapping and Transmission Lines information sheet for information on ATCO Electric’s Trapper Compensation Policy and transmission line project phases.