electricity retail authorisation Archives

Dec12017 by Connor JamesNo Comments

Taking the Axe to Embedded Network Exemptions

Yesterday we spoke about the final Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) report on the regulation of embedded networks. Recommendations from the report will be considered by COAG and are likely to be implemented mid-to-late next year. Today, we answer Five Key Questions for existing embedded network operators. [caption id="attachment_2700" align="aligncenter" width="640"] Photo by Malte Wingen on Unsplash[/caption] By Anne Wardell and Connor James, Compliance Quarter. If implemented, the AEMC recommendations will effectively take an axe to the existing regulation of embedded networks, redefining a sector of the energy market that is growing in importance and prevalence. The changes discussed in this article are focused on NECF jurisdictions (NSW, QLD, SA, ACT and Tas). In an article to follow we will consider similarly significant changes to be implemented in Victoria following…

Jun292017 by Connor James2 Comments

Electricity Retail Authorisation from the AER

AU Energy Compliance

So you are considering obtaining an electricity retail authorisation from the AER and an electricity retail licence from Victoria, read on to learn about the process.It is an interesting time in the Australian energy market. The energy market is currently characterised by structural change and policy uncertainty. For some, this need for change equals opportunity. Below, we talk about the State of the Energy Market and some of the key steps you would need to take to become an electricity retailer (in the eastern states other than Victoria). If you're asking "How do I obtain an electricity retail licence?" then please feel free to contact us by clicking here and/or read on! The Energy Market: Uncertainty and ChangeThe energy market in Australia is going through significant structural change (and a…

Jun212017 by Connor JamesNo Comments

Exempt Sellers: the Requirement to hold an Electricity Retail Authorisation or exemption

AU Energy Compliance

By Anne Wardell and Connor James, Compliance Quarter. A variety of businesses are involved in the sale of energy. These businesses include caravan parks, building managers, shopping centres, office buildings, airports, industrial parks and solar power providers. Below we look at when an electricity retail authorisation is required and when a person or business can operate under an exemption. Energy sellers in the Eastern States of Australia must either operate under licence or an exemption. The sale of energy, under the Retail Law, includes the sale of energy at cost, i.e. without profit. Our previous articles look at some of the changes proposed in this area. National Energy Consumer Framework The Eastern States (except Victoria) are governed by the National Energy Retail Rules (‘Retail Rules’) and National Energy Retail Law…