Submissions

Energy Consumers Australia makes submissions throughout the year to decision-makers, advocating for the long term interests of households and small businesses to be considered in current energy processes, and in the planning for our future energy system.

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Consumer-focused energy transition
24 October 2024
2 min read
Submission to the Commonwealth Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water on Enabling an equitable energy transition through the National Energy Equity Framework
The National Energy Equity Framework is essential for ensuring that Australia's energy transition is both just and inclusive. Read our submission, which includes recommendations for how the Framework can be strengthened.
Consumer Energy Resources (CER)
24 September 2024
2 min read
Submission to the Commonwealth Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water on Streamlining network connections processes for CER and EVSE
Read our submission on streamlining network connection processes for consumer energy resources (CER) and electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE).
Gas and electrification
13 September 2024
2 min read
Submission to the Australian Energy Regulator (AER): Jemena Gas Networks 2025-30 Access Arrangement Plan
Energy Consumers Australia recommends that the Australian Energy Regulator (AER) reject Jemena’s Proposed 2025-30 Access Arrangement Plan. Read our submission to the AER.
Consumer Energy Resources (CER)
12 September 2024
2 min read
Submission to the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC): Accelerating Smart Meter Deployment - Directions Paper
Our key recommendation to the AEMC is to conduct an evidence-based review before the explicit informed consent period begins to end for consumers. Read our submission.
Energy efficiency
02 September 2024
2 min read
Submission to the ACT Government - Justice and Community Safety Directorate: Minimum energy efficiency standards for rental properties
We strongly support minimum energy efficiency standards in all rental properties, recognising the detriment to people’s physical, mental and financial wellbeing of living in a home that is impossible to keep warm in winter, cool in summer or is mouldy. Read our submission to the ACT Government.
Energy market design
30 August 2024
2 min read
Submission to the NSW Government: Opportunities for a renewable fuel industry in NSW
Our submission commends the NSW Government for asking the right questions, seeking to better understand how a renewable fuels sector is developed in the most efficient and beneficial way. Read it here.
Energy market design
28 August 2024
2 min read
Submission to the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) Draft Terms of Reference for Review of Electricity Pricing for a Consumer-Driven Future
We support the AEMC's review of electricity pricing for a consumer-driven future, because the current state is leading to poor consumer outcomes and is unlikely to be fit for purpose long term. Read our submission.
Energy network regulation
13 August 2024
2 min read
Submission to the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) on Enhancing the Integrated System Plan to Support the Energy Transition
A comprehensive review of regulations governing distribution system planning is needed. Read our submission.
Consumer protections
24 July 2024
2 min read
Submission to the Essential Services Commission Issues Paper - Review of Energy Retail Code of Practice
Read our submission to the Essential Services Commission's Issues Paper - Review of Energy Retail Code of Practice.
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