AEMC Review into the Scope of Economic Regulation Applied to Covered Pipelines (August 2017)
EUAA Submission – AEMC Review into the Scope of Economic Regulation Applied to Covered Pipelines
We welcome this current examination of the regulatory structure applying to covered pipelines and in particular the opportunity to apply the excellent work of the Gas Market Reform Group (GMRG) into this regulatory structure. In this reform work, we strongly support CPAG’s focus on the National Gas Objective – in the long-term interest of consumers… […]
Queensland electricity industry collaborates on future energy solution
More than 110 key electricity industry representatives gathered on Monday (7 August) to collaborate on the future of Queensland’s transmission network in a changing energy industry. Customers, consumers, government, renewable energy proponents and industry representatives attended Powerlink’s annual Transmission Network Forum, gaining an insight into future energy and demand forecasts, network development and future investment […]
Long Term Interests Of Consumers Must Be The Priority For Government And The Energy Industry
The Energy Users’ Association of Australia (EUAA) welcomes today’s meeting between the Federal Government and energy retailers, and we look forward to greater transparency being provided on energy bills and improved services to help consumers understand and manage their energy costs. “We hope the Federal Government and energy industry executives can agree that the long-term […]
EUAA Submission – Gas Pipeline Information Disclosure and Arbitration Framework
The key measures of success of the new framework will be the number of contracts successfully negotiated without recourse to arbitration and the absence of the monopoly profits identified in the ACCC East Coast Gas Inquiry. This will only come a bout with the potential user having all the required information that underpins a contract’s […]
Powerlink’s 2017 Transmission Annual Planning Report released
Powerlink’s high voltage transmission network is an integral part of the Queensland electricity supply system, with an important responsibility of delivering power to almost four million people. Powerlink has published its 2017 Transmission Annual Planning Report (TAPR), which forms a key part of Powerlink’s planning and decision-making for the future. The 2017 TAPR outlines the key […]
2018 National Conference date announced!
** SAVE THE DATE ** The 2018 EUAA National Conference will be held at Etihad Stadium in Melbourne on Wednesday May 2nd and Thursday 3rd May. Stay tune as further details will be announced later in the year. Sponsorship opportunities are available – contact euaa@euaa.com.au for more details.
AEMC Report Provides A Pathway To System Security
The final report, System security market frameworks review, released by the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) today is a critical part of the transformation of energy markets and is welcomed by the Energy Users’ Association of Australia. “We are pleased to see that the report details a number of rule changes that recognise and respond […]
Energy Users Welcome Steps To Reduce Energy Costs, Protect Reliability And Enhance Energy Security
The Energy Users’ Association of Australia (EUAA) welcomes announcements from the Federal Government that will increase availability of gas for domestic users, reduce energy costs over time while protecting grid reliability and energy security in the National Electricity Market (NEM). “By implementing the Australian Domestic Gas Security Mechanism (ADGSM), a measure that seeks to ensure […]
EUAA Submission – ADGSM Guidelines
There is no doubt that energy users, both large and small are experiencing unprecedented increases in both electricity and gas costs while reliability of the system appears to be in some peril. This situation is clearly at odds with both the National Gas Objective (NGO) and the National Electricity Objective (NEO). Over the last 10 years Australia […]
Finkel Report; We Must Not Waste This Opportunity
In anticipation of the Finkel Review final report to be released Friday, Chief Executive Officer of the Energy Users’ Association of Australia (EUAA), Andrew Richards, urged politicians of all persuasions not to waste the opportunity to build a bipartisan national energy strategy. “The worst possible thing that can happen is that nothing changes,” said Mr […]
Joint Statement: We All Have A Stake in Moving Forward with the Finkel Review
The energy industry, its customers and other stakeholders agree: the imminent Finkel Review deserves full and fair consideration before governments take decisions that will have major implications for the security, reliability and affordability of Australia’s electricity system. Our organisations believe that the worst outcome for energy consumers and suppliers alike would be the absence of […]
EUAA Submission – AEMC Draft Rule On New Planning Arrangements For Replacement Assets by Electricity Network Businesses
The EUAA’s previous submission on the draft rule on new planning arrangements for replacement assets by electricity network businesses strongly supported the proposed rule change. Therefore, it is pleasing to see that the AEMC has substantially supported the AER’s proposal. It is one more step in the direction of a more comprehensive approach to achieving […]