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Accelerating renewable energy and energy efficiency

  • Updated February 12, 2025

ENA submission to the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment about accelerating renewable energy and improving energy efficiency. The submission includes support for increasing renewable energy generation and efficiency, with emphasis on regulatory changes and market developments to incorporate distributed energy resources and demand response effectively.

Additional feedback on the innovation workshop

  • Updated February 7, 2025

ENA submission to the Commerce Commission about their support and feedback on the proposed reforms to the Innovation and Non-Traditional Solution Allowance (INTSA). The submission suggests recommendations for adjustments, including allowing collaboration between Electricity Distribution Businesses and revising project signoff protocols to enhance accessibility and effectiveness.

Amending tree regulations to address ‘out-of-zone’ tree risks

  • Updated February 7, 2025

ENA submission to the Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment about proposed amendments to the Electricity (Hazards from Trees) Regulations 2003. The submission addresses concerns regarding the cost implications for Electricity Distribution Businesses (EDBs) in managing tree risks beyond defined zones, and advocates for a regime where commercial tree owners, rather than EDBs and electricity consumers, should bear the costs of tree removal.

Amendment to information disclosure requirement 2024

  • Updated February 7, 2025

ENA submission to the Commerce Commission about the draft amendments to the information disclosure requirements for 2024. The submission highlights concerns with the current disclosure mechanism, supports alignment with the Input Methodologies review, and recommends collaboration to refine the disclosure processes and improve clarity.

Amendments to input methodologies

  • Updated February 7, 2025

ENA submission to the Commerce Commission about proposed amendments to input methodologies for electricity distribution businesses. The submission supports the intent of the amendments but suggests an alternative approach to reduce complexity and administrative burden, specifically addressing issues related to insurance entitlements and other compensatory entitlements.

Amendments to the Default Distribution Agreement

  • Updated February 7, 2025

ENA submission to the Electricity Authority about proposed amendments to the Default Distribution Agreement (DDA). The submission highlights concerns over the new clause 9.10, which aims to exempt consumers from paying for electricity services during interruptions, arguing it could counter the Authority’s statutory objectives by failing to enhance competition, reliability, or efficiency, and may impose burdensome administrative costs ultimately borne by consumers.