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Media release: Today’s release of the Australian Energy Market Operator’s (AEMO) 2026 Integrated System Plan (ISP) reveals that rooftop solar and home batteries will continue to be a major driver of the nation's energy transition. However, we're calling for network regulation reform to optimise every dollar spent on the transition.

What decision do you think has the largest impact on how much households pay for their energy bills? Read our June newsletter to find out.

This will be one of the highest impact decisions for household energy bills in the coming years, potentially saving consumers billions of dollars. Find out about the Regulated Rate of Return, and why it matters.

Media release: Energy Consumers Australia (ECA) welcomes today's final determination on Enhancing Distribution Network Planning and Reporting as a key milestone in Australia's energy transition that could lead to significant benefits for all consumers.

Energy Consumers Australia response to the AEMC Integrated System Plan framework discussion paper.

Media release: our response to the ACCC's unsolicited selling and lead generation report.

Read in our July newsletter about the benefits and opportunities that a consumer duty model provides.

Media release: Australian households with solar and batteries could be missing out on significant savings from Virtual Power Plants, as energy companies struggle to earn the trust of consumers. Our new report shows why a consumer duty and fairer rewards are overdue.

Joint letter from consumer groups and the social sector, addressed to the Australian Energy Regulator (AER) and Energy Ministers, regarding the Rate of Return Instrument.