AER DDS Electronic Submissions
The Alberta Energy Regulator’s Digital Data Submission (DDS) system governs how companies submit well, pipeline, facility, and licence transfer data electronically. Getting these submissions right — and on time — keeps your assets in good standing and your transactions moving.
What We Handle
- Well, Pipeline, and Facility Transfers
- Mineral and Surface Crown Lease Transfers
- Structured XML file preparation for bulk loading into the DDS and ETS systems
- Licence transfer coordination as part of your A&D transaction
Why Work With YES Energy
- We build structured XML files correctly the first time, reducing rejected submissions and delays
- Our team understands both the technical DDS/ETS requirements and the land context behind each transfer
- We can manage submissions as a standalone service or as part of a broader A&D or land management engagement
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the AER DDS system?
The AER DDS (Digital Data Submission) system is the Alberta Energy Regulator’s platform for electronically submitting well, pipeline, facility, and licence transfer data.
What types of transfers are handled through DDS?
Structured XML files are prepared for well, pipeline, facility, and mineral and surface Crown lease transfers, then bulk-loaded into the DDS and ETS systems.
When are AER DDS submissions needed?
AER DDS submissions are required whenever well, pipeline, facility, or lease ownership changes — most commonly during an acquisition or divestment, but also for standalone licence transfers.