Submissions
Consultation Paper – Reliability Emergency Reserve Trader (RERT) Class Waiver
AGL welcomes the opportunity to comment on the Australian Energy Regulator’s abovementioned Consultation Paper.
AGL responds to the ESC’s Consumer Energy Reforms Discussion Paper
AGL provided its feedback on a number of changes proposed by the Commission to help households access cheaper energy deals, increase support for people experiencing payment difficulty and deliver more protections for consumers.
Access arrangement proposal (variation) – AusNet Gas Services
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to make a submission to the Australian Energy Regulator (AER) on AusNet Gas Services’ (AusNet) access arrangement variation proposal. AGL also recognises the extensive consultation process undertaken by AusNet in the development of their proposal.
AGL Response to CER Data Exchange Consultation Paper
AGL welcomes the opportunity to provide responses to the consultation questions posed by the Australian Energy Market Operator in relation to the Consumer Energy Resources (CER) Data Exchange.
AGL’s submission to the CER’s consultation on carbon market infrastructure
AGL Energy welcomes the opportunity to make a submission in response to the Clean Energy Regulator’s (CER) discussion paper entitled ‘Enabling deep, liquid, transparent and accessible carbon markets in Australia’.
AGL Response to Technical Requirements for 200 kW to 5 MW DER Connections
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to provide responses to the consultation questions posed by the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) in response to the abovementioned Consultation Report.
AGL response to real-time data for consumers consultation paper
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to provide responses to the consultation questions posed by the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) in response to the abovementioned Consultation Paper.
AGL’s response to the draft Greater Adelaide Regional Plan
AGL Energy welcomes the opportunity to make a submission in response to the State Planning Commission’s draft Greater Adelaide Regional Plan (Draft GARP).
AGL’s response to proposed changes to the GreenPower program rules
AGL welcomes the opportunity to provide feedback to proposed changes to the GreenPower program rules.
ACCU Scheme transparency changes – amendment to the Carbon Credits (Carbon Farming Initiative) Rules
AGL welcomes the opportunity to contribute to the Exposure Draft of the Carbon Credits (Carbon Farming Initiative) Amendment (2024 Measures No.2) Rules 2024.
AGL’s response to ARENA’s Battery Breakthrough Initiative consultation
AGL responds to ARENA’s consultation questions on the Battery Breakthrough Initiative, providing feedback around the program’s outcomes and design.
AGL’s submission to the Operating the Nature Repair Market Discussion Paper
AGL broadly supports environmental reforms underway, and the Nature Repair Market (NRM)’s aim to provide positive outcomes to biodiversity. However, we hold some concerns around the operation of the scheme and lack of clarity around scheme outcomes and performance measures.
Consultation Paper – Monitoring the NSW retail energy markets 2023-24
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to provide responses to the consultation questions posed by the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) in response to the abovementioned Consultation Paper.
AGL Response to Integrating price-responsive resources into the NEM rule change draft decision
AGL supports the draft rule’s intent to more effectively integrate consumer energy resources (CER), and other unscheduled price-responsive resources (UPRR), into the electricity system for the benefit of all energy users. The rule change consultation process has highlighted the underlying challenges of integrating CER and UPRR into a market and operational framework designed for market generators exclusively focused on market dispatch.
AGL response to AEMC Accelerating Smart Meter Deployment Directions Paper
AGL has provided a response to the Australian Energy Market Commission’s Directions Paper on additional consumer safeguards for the Accelerating Smart Meter Deployment rule change.
AGL’s submission to the National Energy Workforce Strategy
AGL strongly supports the Australian Government’s ambition to meet its long-term ambition of net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. We commend the government’s focus on developing a National Energy Workforce Strategy (NEWS) to support the development of the workforce required to enable the energy transition and help deliver on this net zero ambition.
AGL’s submission to the transport and infrastructure net zero consultation roadmap
AGL Energy welcomes the opportunity to make a submission in response to the Australian Government’s Transport and Infrastructure Net Zero Consultation Roadmap.
AGL response to the ESV on Safety Case Guidelines
AGL has provided a response to Energy Safe Victoria in relation to its consultation on draft Energy Infrastructure Safety Case Guidelines.
AGL’s submission to the Future Jobs and Investment Authorities Issues Paper
AGL welcomes the opportunity to provide input into the NSW Government’s Future Jobs and Investment Authorities Issues Paper.
Orderly Exit Management Framework Exposure Draft Bill and Rules
AGL has made a submission on the Orderly Exit Management Framework (OEMF). While AGL is committed to leading a responsible and orderly transition towards a low-emissions economy, the submission highlights a number of concerns with the framework.
AGL responds to the ESC’s Energy Retail Code of Practice Issues Paper
The Essential Services Commission of Victoria has commenced its review of the Energy Retail Code of Practice.
AGL submits to the AEMO ST PASA recall process submission consultation
AGL has made a submission to the Australian Energy Market Operator review of the ST PASA recall process submission suggesting the proposed change not be implemented as it will increase the cost and decrease the efficiency of the process.
AGL’s submission to unlocking Australia’s low carbon liquid fuel opportunity
AGL Energy welcomes the opportunity to make a submission in response to the Low Carbon Liquid Fuels Consultation Paper: A Future Made in Australia – Unlocking Australia’s low carbon liquid fuel opportunity.
AGL’s submission to unlocking Australia’s green metal opportunity
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to provide feedback to the Commonwealth Government on its Consultation Paper A Future Made in Australia: Unlocking Australia’s Green Iron, Steel, Alumina and Aluminium Opportunity.
AGL’s submission to the Draft PDRS Method Guide Consultation Paper
AGL provided feedback on the draft PDRS Method Guide regarding the proposed evidence requirements for battery activities under the scheme.
AGL submits to the AEMC RRO exemption for scheduled bi-directional units rule change
AGL has made a submission to the Australian Energy Market Commission Retailer reliability obligation (RRO) exemption for scheduled bi-directional units rule change supporting the proposal to exempt grid scale batteries from the RRO, suggesting pumped hydro should be exempt from the RRO, and suggesting the RRO is due a full review.
AEMC’s draft rule determination – Bringing early works forward to improve transmission planning – National Electricity Amendment Rule 2024
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to comment on the Australian Energy Market Commission’s (AEMC) draft rule determination to encourage transmission network service providers (TNSPs) to conduct early works for actionable ISP projects
AGL response to the AER’s Review of Payment Difficulty Protections
AGL has provided a response to the Australian Energy Regulator in relation to its Review of Payment Difficulty Protections in the National Energy Customer Framework Issues Paper.
Review of Long Duration Storage
AGL welcomes the New South Wales Government’s review of Long Duration Storage (LDS) and emphasizes the crucial role of technologies like Pumped Hydro Energy Storage (PHES) in Australia’s energy transition.
AEMC’s draft rule determination – Managing ISP project uncertainty through targeted ex post reviews
AGL endorses the AEMC's draft determination, which empowers the Australian Energy Regulator to conduct separate, targeted ex post reviews on capital expenditure for both Integrated System Plan (ISP) and non-ISP projects.
AGL response to the ESC’s Draft Payment Difficulty Framework Guideline
AGL has provided a response to the Essential Services Commission in relation to its Payment Difficulty Framework Guideline - Draft for Consultation.
AGL submits to the AEMC Transmission access reform suggesting the reforms be abandoned
AGL has made a submission to the Australian Energy Market Commission Transmission access reform consultation paper, suggesting that the proposed congestion relief market and priority access mechanism be abandoned.
2024 Review of revenue determination guideline for NSW non-contestable network projects
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to respond to the Australian Energy Regulator’s (AER) draft amendments to the revenue determination guideline for NSW non-contestable projects.
AGL’s submission to the Public Exhibition of the Draft Muswellbrook Shire Community Benefit Fund (MSCBF) Policy and Draft MSCBF Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
AGL welcomes the opportunity to provide input into the Public Exhibition of the Draft Muswellbrook Shire Community Benefit Fund (MSCBF) Policy and Draft MSCBF Advisory Committee Terms of Reference.
AGL’s submission to the Solar Sunshot consultation paper
AGL welcomes the opportunity to respond to the consultation paper on the Solar Sunshot program
AGL response to AEMC’s Accelerating Smart Meter Deployment Draft Determination
AGL has provided a response to the Australian Energy Market Commission in relation to its Draft Determination on Accelerating Smart Meter Deployment in the National Energy Market (excluding Victoria and Tasmania).
AGL’s submission to the Electricity and Energy Sector Plan discussion paper
AGL welcomes the opportunity to provide input into Australian Government’s Electricity and Energy Sector Plan discussion paper.
AGL’s submission to consultation on the Climate Change Authority’s 2024 Issues Paper – Targets, Pathways and Progress
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to provide feedback to the Climate Change Authority on its issues paper to support the delivery of its advice on Australia’s 2035 emissions reduction targets.
AGL’s submission on the AER's issues paper on the development of its Wholesale Market Monitoring and Reporting Guideline
AGL welcomes the opportunity to provide feedback on the AER’s issues paper, released as part of the development of its Wholesale Market Monitoring and Reporting Guideline.
Review of the form of the reliability standard and administered price cap: Draft Report
AGL supports maintaining the administered price cap (APC) at $600/MWh, as this better reflects true generator costs and addresses issues seen during the June 2022 NEM market suspension. AGL advocates for indexing the APC to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) to keep it aligned with market conditions and reduce the likelihood of market interventions.
South West Queensland Pipeline form of regulation review – discussion paper
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to provide feedback on the Australian Energy Regulator (AER) South West Queensland Pipeline form of regulation review discussion paper.
AGL’s submission to consultation on the proposed implementation of the Capacity Investment Scheme (CIS)
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to provide feedback to the Commonwealth on the proposed implementation of the Capacity Investment Scheme (CIS).
Expanding the transmission ring-fencing framework
AGL supports the Australian Energy Regulator's (AER) draft rule, granting them authority to enforce ringfencing obligations on Transmission Network Service Providers (TNSPs).
Enhancing investment certainty in the R1 process
AGL is disappointed that the AEMC has decided not to adopt the Clean Energy Council’s (CEC’s) proposed self-assessment, type pathways, materiality guidelines, and conditional approval.
AGL response to DEECA consultation on co-payments and warranties in the VEU
AGL has provided a response to the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action in relation to its consultation paper on the introduction of customer co-payments and warranty requirements under the Victorian Energy Upgrades program.
AGL response to DEECA consultation on induction cooktops in the VEU
AGL has provided a response to the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action in relation to its consultation paper on the inclusion of induction cooktops under the Victorian Energy Upgrades program.
AGL response to IPART consultation on scheme participant compliance processes
AGL has provided a response to the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal in relation to its consultation paper on operational changes to scheme participant compliance processes for the NSW Energy Saving Scheme (ESS) and Peak Demand Reduction Scheme (PDRS).
AGL response to AER’s draft Compliance Procedures & Guidelines
AGL has provided a response to the Australian Energy Regulator in relation to its draft guidelines and explanatory statement for the 2024 review of the Compliance Procedures & Guidelines.
AGL’s submission to the Victorian Energy Jobs Plan
AGL welcomes the opportunity to respond to the consultation paper on the Victorian Energy Jobs Plan (VEJP).
AGL’s submission to the South Australia’s Draft Climate Change and Greenhouse Emissions Reduction (Miscellaneous) Amendment Bill 2024
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to make a submission in response to South Australia’s Draft Climate Change and Greenhouse Emissions Reduction (Miscellaneous) Amendment Bill 2024 (the Draft Bill).
AGL response to AEMC review into arrangements for failed retailers
AGL has provided a response to the Australian Energy Market Commission in relation to its review into the arrangements for failed retailers’ electricity and gas contracts.
AEMC’s Consultation Paper - Shortening the Settlement Cycle
L Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to provide feedback on the AEMC’s Consultation Paper (the Consultation Paper) regarding GloBird Energy’s (GloBird) rule change request to shorten the settlement cycle in the National Electricity Market (NEM) from 20 business days following the end of a billing period (as is current practice), to 10 business days.
Capacity Investment Scheme – Consultation
AGL supports the Department's efforts to drive investment for Australia's energy transition and decarbonisation.
ASX Australian Peak Load Electricity Futures Contract Specifications
In the submission, AGL supported the option that covers the evening peak from 4pm to 8pm. We consider this option provides greater liquidity, is more focused, aids retailers, benefits generators/storage, and aligns well with four-hour batteries
AGL response to draft AER Performance Reporting Procedures and Guidelines
AGL has provided a response to the Australian Energy Regulator on its draft Performance Reporting Procedures and Guidelines.
AGL response to telemarketing bans for the VEU program
AGL has provided a response to the Victorian Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action on its Regulatory Impact Statement for proposed bans to telemarketing and doorknocking under the Victorian Energy Upgrades Program.
AGL response to the AER’s Customer Engagement Toolkit
AGL Energy welcomes the opportunity to provide responses to the consultation questions posed by the Australian Energy Regulator in response to the Customer Engagement draft toolkit.
AGL responds to the AER Annual Compliance Order for gas pipeline service providers 2024 consultation
AGL has responded to the Australian Energy Regulator Annual Compliance Order (ACO) for gas pipeline service providers 2024 consultation.
AEMO’s Proposed Amendments to Gas Statement of Opportunity Procedures
AGL has responded to AEMO’s proposed amendments to the Gas Statement of Opportunity (GSOO) Procedures, endorsing the inclusion of hydrogen, biomethane, and other renewable gases in the national gas regulatory framework.
AGL’s submission on AEMO’s Draft 2024 Integrated System Plan
In our submission, AGL emphasises the importance of AEMO’s Integrated System Plan. The plan is a crucial document in managing the transition towards net zero at the least cost, while also providing secure, reliable and affordable energy to consumers.
AGL's submission to the climate related financial disclosure exposure draft legislation
AGL welcomes the opportunity to respond to the consultation on the climate-related financial disclosure exposure draft legislation.
AGL's submission comment to proposed Orderly Exit Management Framework
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to comment on the proposed Orderly Exit Management Framework (the proposed framework).
AGL’s submission to the First Nations Clean Energy Strategy consultation paper
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to comment on to the First Nations Clean Energy Strategy consultation paper.
AGL responds to the AEMC Enhancing reserve information (formerly Operating reserves) draft determination
AGL has responded to the Australian Energy Market Commission Enhancing reserve information draft determination.
AGL’s submission to the NSW draft energy policy framework
AGL welcomes the opportunity to provide input into the NSW draft energy policy framework.
Improving Security Frameworks – transitional services
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to respond to the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) Improving Security Frameworks – transitional services update paper.
AGL Response to the Renewable Fuel Scheme Rule 1 Consultation Paper
AGL welcomes the opportunity to respond to the consultation paper on the NSW Renewable Fuel Scheme draft rule.
AGL responds to the AEMC Review into electricity compensation frameworks consultation paper
AGL has responded to the Australian Energy Market Commission Review into electricity compensation frameworks consultation paper.
Clarifying mandatory PFR obligations for bidirectional plant
AGL considers mandatory PFR as inefficient and advocates for a market-driven incentive mechanism.
Gas Compensation and Dispute Resolution Frameworks
AGL has made a submission on Gas Compensation and Dispute Resolution Frameworks advocating for a new gas compensation framework that incorporates opportunity costs, which are crucial to a participant’s short-run marginal cost (SRMCT) and market sustainability.
AGL responds to the AEMC Calculation of system strength quantity draft determination
AGL has responded to the Australian Energy Market Commission draft rule determination for the calculation of the system strength quantity component of the system strength charge.
AGL responds to the AEMC Review of the form of the reliability standard and administered price cap directions paper
AGL has responded to the Australian Energy Market Commission draft rule determination for the calculation of the system strength quantity component of the system strength charge.
AGL Response to the Climate Active Program Direction Consultation 2023 paper
AGL welcomes the opportunity to contribute to strengthening the Climate Active (CA) program so that customers can better understand and make informed choices around products with associated environmental claims.
AGL’s submission to the NSW Renewable Fuel Scheme discussion paper on scheme expansion
AGL welcomes the opportunity to provide input into the NSW Renewable Fuel Scheme discussion paper on scheme expansion.
AGL responds to the AEMO Project Energy Connect implementation directions paper
AGL has responded to the Australian Energy Market Operator Project Energy Connect implementation directions paper supporting AEMO’s position that negative settlement residue auction units should not be deducted from unit holders.
AGL's submission to the Australian Government's Future Gas Strategy
AGL welcomes the opportunity to provide input into the Australian Government’s Future Gas Strategy.
Consumer Data Right Operational Enhancements Design Paper Submission
AGL has provided a response to Treasury on their Design Paper for operational enhancements for the CDR.
AGL’s submission to the PDRS Rule Change 2 Consultation Paper
AGL supports the intent of the consultation paper to increase the number of activities within the Peak Demand Reduction Scheme (PDRS).
Consumer Data Right rules – expansion to the non-bank lending sector
AGL has provided a response to Treasury to expand CDR under proposed amendments to the Competition and Consumer (CDR) Rules 2020.
Consumer Data Right Consent Review – CDR rules and data standards design paper
AGL has provided a response to Treasury on their review of CDR consent mechanisms.
AGL responds to the AEMC review of the Retailer Reliability Obligation
AGL has responded to the Australian Energy Market Commission review of the retail reliability obligation supporting the 14 recommendations and suggesting additional improvements that could be made in the long-term interests of consumers.
AGL responds to the AEMC draft rule on the amendment of the APC, CPT, and MPC
AGL has responded to the Australian Energy Market Commission draft rule determination on the amendment of the administered price cap, consumer price threshold, and market price cap supporting the changes to these settings.
AGL's submission to Australia's Guarantee of Origin Scheme Design Paper
AGL has responded to Australia’s Guarantee of Origin Scheme Design Paper which builds on stakeholder consultation from 2020 through to 2023 and provides further detail on scheme design.
AGL’s submission to the Renewable Electricity Guarantee of Origin Approach Paper
AGL supports an enduring certification for renewable electricity and welcomes the opportunity to respond to the Renewable Electricity Guarantee of Origin Approach Paper.
AGL responds to the AEMO Structure of gas participant fees draft report
AGL has responded to the Australian Energy Market Operator Structure of gas participant fees draft report and determination supporting a separate fee consistent with the gas bulletin board (GBB) fee structure, for the East coast gas system (ECGS) reform program fee.
AGL's submission to Victoria's Renewable Gas Consultation Paper
AGL welcomes the opportunity to provide input to Victoria’s Renewable Gas Consultation Paper.
Response to the AEMC’s Directions Paper on how to unlock the benefits of CER through flexibility
AGL has provided a response to the Australian Energy Market Commission’s (AEMC) second round of consultation on how to unlock the benefits of consumer energy resources (CER) through the introduction of flexible trading.
AGL responds to WA's update to the Gas Customer Licence Obligations
AGL has provided a response to the Economic Regulatory Authority’s Draft Decision on their update to the Gas Customer Licence Obligations.
ACCU Review Discussion Paper
AGL has responded to the ACCU Review Discussion Paper, which focuses on how to implement several recommendations from the Independent Review of Australian Carbon Credit Units.
AGL responds to the AEMC Operating Reserve Market directions paper
AGL has responded to the Australian Energy Market Commission Operating Reserve market directions paper supporting the proposal to publish storage and state of charge information and also to make purchasing FCAS on a regional basis routine.
AGL responds to the AEMC Clarifying mandatory PFR obligations for bidirectional plant consultation paper
AGL has responded to Australian Energy Market Commission Clarifying mandatory primary frequency response obligations for bidirectional plant consultation paper supporting the proposal to extend mandatory PFR to batteries when discharging, charging and when providing regulatory FCAS.
Submission on the Capacity Investment Scheme
AGL has made a submission to the Federal Department of Energy, Environment, Climate Change and Water (DCCEEW) on its proposed Capacity Investment Scheme.
Applying the emissions component of the national energy objectives
AGL has made a submission in response to several consultations on how the energy market bodies will apply the emissions component of the national energy objectives.
AGL's submission to the South Australia Green Paper on the energy transition
AGL welcomes the opportunity to provide input into SA’s energy transition needs through the South Australian Government’s holistic Green Paper/White Paper process.
AGL responds to the Review of Queensland’s Electrical Safety Act 2002
The Queensland Government sought stakeholder feedback following its Review into the Queensland Electrical Safety Act and the state’s electrical safety framework.
Hydrogen Headstart Program Consultation
AGL has provided input into the design of the Australian Government’s Hydrogen Headstart grant program.
Climate-related financial disclosure Second Consultation Paper
AGL supports the CRFD framework development and how it will feed into the Treasury’s sustainable finance agenda, improving transparency for markets and encouraging investment in Australia.
AGL responds to the proposed telemarketing ban under the Victorian Energy Upgrades program
The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Change is proposing to ban high risk marketing activities, including unsolicited cold calling and doorknocking under the Victorian Energy Upgrades program.
AGL Responds to the Climate Change Authority’s Issues Paper - Setting, tracking and achieving Australia’s emissions reduction targets
AGL supports an appropriately ambitious 2035 emissions reduction target that will allow all stakeholders and communities to plan for the future.
AEMC Removing the AERs obligation to update and administer the Electricity Consumption Benchmark
The Australian Energy Regulator has put forward a rule change through the Australian Energy Market Commission to remove its three yearly obligation to update and administer Electricity Consumption Benchmarks.
ECGS Reliability and Supply Adequacy
AGL has provided a response to the Energy Minister’s Consultation on Stage 2 of the Reliability and Supply Adequacy Framework for the East Coast Gas Market.
AGL's response to the AER's review of gas distribution tariffs
AGL has provided a response to the Australian Energy Regulator on their review of gas distribution network reference tariff variation mechanism and declining block tariffs. Release of this issues paper is the first step in their review of how gas distribution reference tariffs are varied from year to year and their structure.
AGL responds to the AER Options to address gaps in transmission ring-fencing framework consultation paper
AGL has responded to Australian Energy Regulator Options to address gaps in transmission ring-fencing framework consultation paper supporting the proposal to extend the ringfencing framework to contestable connections.
AGL responds to Endeavour Energy’s proposed Trial Waiver Application
AGL broadly supports Endeavour Energy’s application for a trailer waiver through the Australian Energy Regulator’s Energy Innovation Toolkit. Endeavour is proposing to roll-out approximately 10,250 meters to residential customers in select regions of New South Wales to address network-specific issues through an expedited Meter Fault Notification process.
AGL responds to the review of CER technical standards draft report
AGL has responded to the Australian Energy Market Commission’s draft report on compliance with, and enforcement of, CER technical standards in the National Electricity Rules.
Nature Repair Market Bill 2023 and Nature Repair Market (Consequential Amendments) Bill 2023
AGL supports the Australian Government’s ambition to introduce a market mechanism to incentivise investment in biodiversity, noting the importance of taking lessons from existing carbon and biodiversity markets in its design.
Steering electric vehicle policy into the future
With appetite in the EV market growing, AGL is working to influence national EV policy to help give consumers access to cheap and low emissions transport, while also delivering benefits to the grid.
AGL submission to AEMO – Declared Wholesale Gas Market Trade-Weighted Cumulative Price Threshold Proposal
Proposed changes to calculating the cumulative price threshold for the Victorian Declared Wholesale Gas Market require further consideration and consultation.
AGL responds to the Energy Security Board Transmission access reform consultation paper
AGL has responded to Energy Security Board’s Transmission access reform consultation paper suggesting that the proposed enhanced information reforms are adequate, that the proposed Congestion Relief Market has not passed a robust cost benefit analysis, and that the proposed Priority access mechanism will raise barriers to entry and exit in the NEM.
AGL has responded to AEMO's CDR fees draft determination
AGL has responded to AEMO’s draft determination on how they will allocate their costs for implementing the Consumer Data Right. Our submission supports their proposed approach of allocating fees on a $/NMI basis.
Consultation on the ESB's Data Strategy Initial Reforms Draft Legislation
AGL has provided a response to Energy Security Board’s consultation paper on implementing the initial reforms through legislation.
Response to the NSW Statutory Review of the Gas and Electricity (Consumer Safety) Act 2017
AGL has provided a response to the Department of Customer Service’s consultation on the Statutory Review of the Gas and Electricity (Consumer Safety) Act 2017.
Consultation on protecting consumers of DER in Victoria
AGL has provided a response to the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action consultation paper on whether further consumer protections for users of DER are needed to protect Victorian consumers.
Unlocking CER benefits through flexible trading
AGL has provided a response to the Australian Energy Market Commission’s consultation paper on unlocking the benefits of CER through the introduction of flexible trading.
AGL has responded to the NSW South West REZ position paper
AGL has responded to the NSW Government Office of Energy and Climate Change South West Renewable Energy Zones Position Paper.
AGL responds to the DSB CDR Non-Functional Requirements Revision
In its Decision Proposal 288, the DSB has proposed changes to the Non-Functional Requirements.
AEMO Consultation on Metering Installation Exemption Automation
The Australian Energy Market Operator is proposing to automate the process for Metering Coordinators when applying for a Metering Installation Exemption.
Review of the Victorian Gas Distribution System Code of Practice
The Essential Services Commission of Victoria is remaking the Gas Distribution System Code of Practice to make obligations fit for purpose, align the code with recent legislative changes and support policy development.
AGL responds to the proposed Victorian Energy Upgrade program fee changes
The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action is consulting on revised fees for Victorian Energy Upgrades program providers.
AGL responds to the Reliability Panel review of the form of the reliability standard and administered price cap issues paper
AGL has responded to the Reliability Panel review of the form of the reliability standard and administered price cap issues paper suggesting that significant changes are not required.
AGL responds to the AER’s bill relief rebate message
The Australia Energy Regulator is seeking to make a determination under Section 37 of the Better Bills Guideline to include a message about the Commonwealth and State Government’s Bill Relief Rebate on the front page of customers’ bills.
Offshore Renewable Energy Infrastructure Area Proposal: Pacific Ocean off Hunter
AGL is supportive of the Government putting the settings in place to enable future offshore renewable energy projects in the Pacific Ocean off Hunter (NSW). A range of renewable energy technologies with complementary functions will be required to achieve a fully decarbonised electricity grid and we put forward a number of considerations as we continue to advocate for a lowest cost decarbonisation pathway to the benefit of industry and consumers.
AGL responds to the 2023-2030 Australian Cyber Security Strategy Discussion Paper
AGL responded to the 2023-2030 Australian Cyber Security Strategy Discussion Paper with ideas on creating a safe, trusted, and secure digital environment, and making Australia a world-leader in cyber security.
DSB Offline Customer Authentication Consultation
The DSB is seeking stakeholder feedback on Noting Paper 296 – Offline Customer Authentication (CDR)
AGL supports creation of a market for inertia
AGL has responded to the AEMC Efficient provision of inertia consultation paper supporting the creation of an inertia market in the National Energy Market.
AGL responds to the AEMO CDR participant fees consultation
AGL has responded to the Australian Energy Market Operator Structure of Participant Fees for the Consumer Data Right (CDR) declared National Energy Market project consultation paper.
AGL Responds to the National Battery Strategy Issues Paper
AGL has provided commentary on the Federal Government’s National Battery Strategy Issues paper investigating the prospect of onshoring battery production in Australia.
NEM 2025 reform fee allocation
AGL has responded to the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) consultation paper on how their costs relating to the National Energy Market 2025 reform program will be passed onto participants.
AGL Responds to the Safeguard Mechanism Reform Position Paper
AGL supports the overall design of the proposed Safeguard Mechanism Reform and notes a number of issues for further consideration before scheme commencement.
DSS Financial Counselling Industry Funding Model Consultation
AGL provides feedback to the Department of Social Services proposed Financial Counselling Industry Funding Model.
Climate-related Financial Disclosure
AGL has provided a submission to the Treasury on the Australian Government’s Climate-related Financial Disclosure consultation Paper.
AGL Responds to the Renewable Energy Guarantee of Origin Scheme Consultation Paper
AGL supports an enduring certification for renewable electricity.
AGL Responds to the Guarantee of Origin Scheme Consultation Paper
AGL is supportive of the need to develop an enduring Product GO certification scheme to support claims on the emissions intensity of produced goods.
AGL responds to the AEMC Accommodating financeability in the regulatory framework draft determination
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to respond to the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) Accommodating financeability in the regulatory framework draft determination.
Incorporating an emissions reduction objective into the national energy objectives
AGL has provided a submission to officials on the proposed legislative package to give effect to an emissions reduction objective in the National Electricity Law, the National Gas Law, and the National Energy Retail Law.
AGL Responds to the National Energy Performance Strategy
AGL is supportive of a National Energy Performance Strategy.
AGL responds to the AEMC Improving security frameworks transitional services update paper
AGL has responded to the Australian Energy Market Commission improving security frameworks transitional services update paper supporting the proposed creation of two new contracts for system services under the Non-Market Ancillary Service transitional services framework.
AEMC Review of the regulatory framework for metering services Draft Report
AGL has provided detailed feedback in response to a number of recommendations in the AEMC’s Draft Report which aims to accelerate the installation of smart meters in the NECF jurisdiction.
AGL responds to the AER’s class ring-fencing waiver for distribution businesses - Community Batteries for Household Solar Program
AGL does not support the Australian Energy Regulator’s proposal for a ring-fencing class waiver to allow regulated distribution businesses to lease excess capacity from batteries funded through the Commonwealth Government’s Community Batteries for Household Solar Program.
Australian Energy Regulator’s Incentivising and Measuring Export Service Performance Draft Report
AGL has provided a response to the Australian Energy Regulator’s Draft Report on Incentivising and Measuring Export Service Performance.
NSW Government Renewable Fuel Scheme
AGL has provided a submission to the NSW Government on the development of the NSW renewable fuel scheme, which has been established to support the development of green hydrogen production by placing a levy on gas users.
AGL responds to the AEMC Clarifying mandatory PFR obligations for bidirectional plant directions paper
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to respond to the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) Clarifying mandatory PFR obligations for bidirectional plant directions paper.
AGL responds to the AEMC Gas compensation and dispute resolution frameworks draft determination
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to respond to the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) Gas Compensation and Dispute Resolution Frameworks draft determination.
AER Flexible Export Limit Issues Paper
AGL provides feedback to the Australian Energy Regulator’s Flexible Export Limits Consultation.
AER Consumer protections for future energy services
The Australian Energy Regulator explores three potential reform pathways for the National Energy Customer Framework consumer protections and licensing regime.
AGL Submission to Federal Treasury's CDR Rule Maintenance Consultation
AGL has made a submission to Federal Treasury on their Rule Maintenance Consultation.
Energy Security Board Transmission Access Reform Directions Paper
AGL has made a submission in response to the Energy Security Board Transmission Access Reform Directions Paper.
Australian Energy Regulator Ringfencing Draft Guidelines
AGL has made a submission in response to the Australian Energy Regulator Ringfencing Draft Guidelines.
AGL comments on the ESB's Directions Paper on Interoperability Policy
AGL has provided a response to the Energy Security Board’s Directions Paper on Interoperability Policy.
ESC Unaccounted for Gas Benchmarks 2022 Review
AGL responded to the Essential Services Commission’s Unaccounted for Gas Benchmarks 2022 Review Draft Determination.
AGL Responds to National Energy Transition Authority Bill 2022
AGL has contributed a response to the National Energy Transition Authority Bill 2022 inquiry.
AGL Responds to the Review of Australia’s Modern Slavery Act 2018 Issues Paper
AGL has contributed a response to the Review of Australia’s Modern Slavery Act 2018 Issues Paper.
AER Better Bills Guideline Version 2
AGL supports the Australian Energy Regulator’s proposed changes for the next iteration of the Better Bills Guideline
Operational Security Mechanism draft determination
AGL has responded to the Australian Energy Market Commission Operational Security Mechanism draft determination.
AGL Supports the OECC's Energy Savings Scheme Rule Change
The Office of Energy and Climate change is expanding the NSW Energy Savings Scheme to include fuel switching activities.
AGL responds to the AEMC’s Review of CER technical standards consultation paper
As a leader in CER, AGL is actively interested in bringing the consumers’ view and interests into the development of a range of policies, regulations, and technical standards applicable to CER.
AGL Responds to EnergyCo’s draft NSW Network Infrastructure Strategy
AGL has contributed a response to the NSW Network Infrastructure Strategy.
AGL responds to the National EV Strategy Consultation Paper
AGL welcomes the introduction of a National EV Strategy and its focus on the uptake of EVs as part of Australia’s decarbonisation ambitions.
AGL Responds to NSW EPA Draft Climate Change Policy and Action Plan
AGL has contributed a response to the NSW EPA Draft Climate Change Policy and Action Plan.
Transmission Planning & Investment Review Stage 3
AGL has responded to the Australian Energy Market Commission Transmission planning and investment review Stage 3 consultation paper.
AGL comments on the AER’s Network Tariffs for the Distributed Energy Resource Future exploratory paper
The AER’s paper is designed to facilitate discussion on the future direction of network tariffs for batteries in the context of ongoing tariff reform.
AGL responds to the Queensland Emergency Backstop Mechanism Consultation
Energy Queensland is proposing to introduce a mechanism that can curtail the output of inverters such as rooftop solar PV systems in emergency situations.
AGL responds to updates to the Consumer Data Right Privacy Safeguard Guidelines
AGL has provided a response to the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner’s consultation on draft updates to the CDR Privacy Safeguard Guidelines.
Draft regulatory amendments to extend AEMO’s functions and powers to manage gas supply adequacy Pt 1 & 2
AGL appreciates the opportunity to provide feedback on the Extension of AEMO Functions and Powers to manage supply adequacy in the East Coast Gas Market consultation paper.
AGL Response to Offshore Renewable Energy Infrastructure Area proposal (Bass Straight off Gippsland)
AGL has contributed a submission for the offshore renewable energy infrastructure area proposed by the Commonwealth government for the Bass Strait off Gippsland.
Incentivising and measuring export service performance – Consultation Paper
AGL has provided a response to the Australian Energy Regulator’s consultation paper on how to incentivise and measure export service performance.
Proposed combined audit process for PRDRS and ESS Scheme Participants
AGL has responded to IPART’s proposal to combine the PDRS and ESS audits
Corporate Emissions Reduction Transparency report consultation paper
AGL has made a submission to the 2023 Corporate Emissions Reduction Transparency (CERT) report consultation.
AGL Response to Independent Review of Australian Carbon Credit Units
AGL has made a submission to the Independent Review of Australian Carbon Credit Units 2022
Safeguard Mechanism reform consultation
AGL has made a submission to the 2022 Safeguard Mechanism Reforms
AER's Connection Charge Guideline Review - static zero limits for micro embedded generators
AGL has responded to the Australian Energy Regulator’s (AER) Issue Paper on their Connection Charge Guideline Review: static zero limits for micro embedded generators.
AGL comments on proposed Retailer Reliability Obligation T-1 instrument for SA January to March 2024
AGL has responded to AEMO's request for the AER to make a T-1 reliability instrument for SA, for the period January – March 2024. AGL's view is that the reliability instrument should not be made.
GreenPower Program Review Consultation
AGL has made a submission to the 2022 National GreenPower Accreditation Program Review
AGL joint submission on the Material change in network infrastructure project costs
AG L has made a joint submission to the Australian Energy Market Commission Material Change in Network Infrastructure Project Costs draft rule determination.
AGL submission on the Amending the administered price cap rule change
AGL has made a submission to the Australian Energy Market Commission amending the administered price cap rule change.
AGL supports the proposed amendment of the MASS to incorporate very fast frequency control ancillary services
AGL has responded to the Australian Energy Market Operator’s Draft Determination to amend the Market Ancillary Service Specification, introducing the very fast frequency control ancillary services markets.
ESB Data Strategy Initial Reforms Consultation Paper
AGL has responded to the Energy Security Board’s Data Strategy Initial Reforms Consultation Paper.
ESB Electric Vehicle Smart Charging Issues Paper
AGL supports a coordinated industry approach to developing technical standards for smart EV charging, it is too early to introduce such standards in Australia.
AGL submission on recovering the cost of AEMO participant fees from TNSPs
AGL has provided a submission to the Australian Energy Market Commission Recovering the cost of AEMO’s participant fees directions paper.
AGL submission on Transmission planning and investment review contestability options paper
AGL has provided a submission to the Australian Energy Market Commission Transmission Planning and Investment review contestability options paper.
Victorian Transmission Investment Framework (VTIF) Preliminary Design Consultation Paper
AGL has responded to the Victorian Transmission Investment Framework Preliminary Design Consultation paper and the Options Paper: Access for Victorian REZ's.
AGL submission on Central West Orana Renewable Energy Zone draft declaration
AGL has provided a submission to the NSW Government Office of Energy and Climate Change Central West Orana Renewable Energy Zone Draft Access declaration.
Protecting customers affected by family violence - Draft Determination
AGL has recently responded to the Australian Energy Market Commission’s Draft Determination on ‘Protecting customers affected by family violence’
Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) consultations on Hot Water and Heating & Cooling activities
AGL submissions on VEU consultations on replacing gas or old electricity hot water and cooling with more efficient electricity appliances.
ESB capacity mechanism high-level design
AGL has made a submission to the Energy Security Board’s (ESB) consultation paper on a high-level capacity mechanism for the NEM.
DELWP Voltage Management: Consultation Paper
AGL submission to the Victorian Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) Consultation Paper on Voltage Management in the Victorian Electricity Distribution Networks
AGL submission on AEMC and AEMO Inertia joint paper
AGL has provided a response to the AEMC and AEMO joint paper on the efficient provision of inertia in the NEM.
AGL submission on Transmission planning and investment review
AGL has provided a response to the AEMC Transmission Planning & Investment Review stage 2 draft report.
Victorian Energy Upgrades – Project-Based Activities Issues Paper
AGL submission to Victorian Energy Upgrades Project-Based Activities (PBA) Issues Paper.
AGL submission on Long Term Energy Service Agreements
AGL has provided feedback on the Long Term Energy Service Agreements draft term sheets which are a key aspect of the NSW Electricity Infrastructure Roadmap.
AER Retailer Authorisation and Exemption Review
AGL responds to the Australian Energy Regulator’s (AER) Retailer Authorisation and Exemption Issues Paper.
Transmission Access Reform Consultation Paper
AGL has recently responded to the Energy Security Board’s Transmission Access Reform Consultation Paper as part of the Transmission and Access work stream.
AGL Supports the NSW Peak Demand Reduction Scheme
AGL has recently responded to the NSW Government’s proposed Peak Demand Reduction Scheme (Rule 1) Consultation.
AGL supports regulatory sandboxing for Victorian energy consumers
AGL submission supporting regulatory sandboxing for Victorian energy consumers
AGL responds to proposal to include Home Energy Rating Assessment into the VEU
AGL submission supporting the inclusion of Home energy audits in the Victorian energy Upgrade scheme
AGL submission to the ESC in relation to its Draft Decision on the Victorian Default Offer for 2022-23
AGL has made a submission to the Essential Services Commission in relation to its Draft Decision on the Victorian Default Offer for 2022-23.
AGL submission to the Federal Treasury CDR telco Design Paper
AGL provides feedback on the Federal Treasury Consumer Data Right in the Telecommunications Sector: CDR rules and standards Design Paper.
AEMO Draft 2022 Integrated System Plan Addendum
Read AGL’s submission to AEMO’s Draft 2022 Integrated System Plan Addendum.
AGL supports the proposed changes to the WA Gas Marketing Code of Conduct
AGL has responded to the Gas Marketing Code Consultative Committee supporting the proposed changes to the Gas Marketing Code of Conduct.
AGL responds to AER’s Draft Determination on Default Market Offer prices for 2022-23
Read AGL’s submission to AER’s Draft Determination on Default Market Offer prices.
ESC Energy Retail Licence Review
AGL responded to the Essential Services Commission’s Energy Retail Licence Review.
AGL welcomes the opportunity to comment on the AER’s draft Consumer Vulnerability Strategy
The Australian Energy Regulator has released its draft Consumer Vulnerability Strategy which sets out objectives, outcomes and actions items to address key challenges in the energy system for customers experiencing vulnerable circumstances.
ACCC proposes to revise the Broadband Speed Claims Industry Guidance
AGL has recently responded to the ACCC’s proposed amendments to the Broadband Speed Claims Industry Guidance.
Supporting the adoption of electronic invoicing
AGL has responded to the Treasury’s Consultation Paper on Supporting the adoption of electronic invoicing in Australia.
Accelerating the roll out of smart meters in South Australia
The South Australian Government is consulting on options to accelerate the adoption of smart meters in South Australia.
Protecting customers affected by Family Violence
AGL responds to the latest rule change request to the Australian Energy Market Commission proposing to introduce a regulated family violence framework in NECF.
AGL recommends suite of actions to promote innovation for NSW energy customers
Read AGL’ formal submission to The NSW Government Department of Planning Industry and Environment’s consultation on developing solutions to barriers customers and businesses face in the energy sector transition.
AGL recommends SA streamline licensing framework to support innovation
Read AGL’s formal submission to the South Australian Government’s review of its licensing requirements under the Electricity Act 1996 for electricity generation, transmission, distribution, and system control functions in light of the evolving electricity market.
Energy Security Board capacity market initiation paper
Read AGL’s submission to the ESB’s Initiation Paper that outlines further design work on the proposal for a capacity mechanism in the NEM.
AGL Response to AEMO’s draft Integrated System Plan 2022
Read AGL’s response to AEMO’s Draft Integrated System Plan.
AGL urges customer centric approach in national interoperability policy
AGL provides a range of recommendations on an assessment framework by the Energy Security Board as part of their delivering of the Post 2025 DER Implementation Plan.
AGL provides feedback to the AER draft Better Bills Guideline
AGL has recently responded to the Australia Energy Regulator (AER) draft Better Bills Guideline consultation.
AGL supports ESB’s Customer Insights Collaboration
In response to the ESB's Customer Insights Collaboration, AGL has made a formal submission, elaborating a range of insights recommended for consideration.
AGL submission on the Congestion Management Model
In a submission to the Energy Security Board, AGL expressed concern regarding the proposed Congestion Management Model, and queried whether a change to the current open access regime is needed.
Energy Retail Code of Practice – Final Decision
AGL provided feedback to the Essential Service Commission on the recent Energy Retail Code of Practice Final Decision. Read the submission here.
AGL comments on the AER’s customer export curtailment value methodology
AGL comments on the Australian Energy Regulator's (AER) current consultation on the development of the Customer export curtailment value (CECV) methodology.
AGL shares insights and experiences on the regulated Payment Difficulty Framework in Victoria
AGL has provided its findings and data to the Essential Services Commission as part of the review into the regulated Payment Difficulty Framework in Victoria
AGL responds to Victorian PPA Market Facilitation Platform Consultation
The Victorian Government Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) is currently consulting on the concept of a Market Facilitation Platform, other measures, to better facilitate access to Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) for the small-to-medium sized commercial and industrial businesses. AGL elaborates on a range of matters DELWP should take into consideration in its assessment in a formal submission.
AGL comments on extending national gas regulatory framework to hydrogen blends and renewable gases
On 21 October, jurisdictional energy officials released a consultation paper to identify and develop amendments to the National Gas Law (NGL), the National Energy Retail Law (NERL) and Regulations. AGL has made a submission in response to the issues raised in the consultation paper.
Creating an Energy Data Strategy – AGL responds to Energy Security Board
The Energy Security Board (ESB) recently consulted on their proposed Data Strategy. The Data Strategy includes 32 recommendations across four pillars.
AGL welcomes AEMO's revised specifications to support DER participation in FCAS markets
The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) published a Second Draft Determination on its Amendment of the Market Ancillary Service (MASS) Specification – DER and General Consultation. The Second Draft Determination follows AEMO’s further consideration and analysis (undertaken through the University of Melbourne).
AGL supports improved governance for DER technical standards
On 21 September 2020, the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) received a rule change request from Dr Kerry Schott AO. The request seeks to introduce new governance arrangements for setting technical standards for distributed energy resources (DER) in the national electricity market (NEM).
AGL responds to the Essential Services Commission's Draft Decision on the Victorian Default Offer
AGL has recently made a submission in response to the Essential Services Commission’s Draft Decision on the Victorian Default Offer from 1 January 2022.
AGL responds to AER consultation on export pricing guideline
The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) is consulting on the development of Export Tariff Guidelines, to support distribution networks in the development of two-way pricing options.
AGL responds to EPWA's consultation on low level demand management in the SWIS
AGL responds to EPWA’s proposed DPV Management model that addresses extreme load issues facing the Southwest Interconnected System.
AGL supports proposed reform to improve integrity in the rooftop solar PV sector
The Australian Government is consulting on an exposure draft of proposed amendments to the Renewable Energy (Electricity) Regulations 2001.
AGL calls for stronger policies to support EV uptake in Victoria
The Victorian Government set a target for zero emissions vehicles (ZEVs) to account for 50 per cent of new light vehicle sales by 2030 as part of its Zero Emissions Vehicle Roadmap. This target was set in May 2021 as part of a commitment to reach net zero emissions by 2050 under the Climate Change Act 2017.
AGL responds to Energy Policy WA's energy legislative reform project
Energy Policy WA’s consultation considers the complexity of WA's energy governance and legislative framework due to regulatory arrangements having in the past been amended on a piecemeal basis and the barriers moving forward of an electricity framework which is no longer meets the challenges of a rapidly evolving energy industry.
AGL responds to the AEMC's Regulatory Framework for Metering Services Directions Paper
The AEMC’s Directions Paper identifies inefficiencies in the national smart meter roll out and proposes a number changes to the regulatory framework for metering services which could optimise the speed of smart meter installations in the NEM.
AGL responds to the AEMC Capacity commitment and Synchronous service directions paper
AGL has made a submission to the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) Capacity commitment and Synchronous service directions paper agreeing that a new approach to procure, value, and schedule essential system services in the NEM is needed to ensure efficient timely incentives for the provision of and investment in essential system services.
AGL responds to the AEMC Primary frequency response incentives arrangements draft rule determination
AGL has responded to the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) Primary frequency response (PFR) incentive arrangements draft rule determination.
AGL responds to the ESC’s Compliance and Performance Reporting Guideline Consultation
The Essential Services Commission is proposing a number of changes to the way energy retailers and distribution businesses self-report contraventions of the Victorian energy laws and regulations.
AGL submission to ESC review into making the energy Retail Code into a Code of Practice
Read AGL’s submission to the Essential Services Commission of Victoria Making the Energy Retail Code a Code of Practice Review.
AGL responds to proposed changes to the NEL and NER to implement the CDR
AGL submitted a response to the Energy Ministers' consultation on proposed amendments to the National Electricity Law and National Electricity Rules to incorporate CDR functionality.
Transmission Planning and Investment review
AGL responded to the AEMC Transmission Planning and Investment Review consultation paper.
AGL advocates for a principles-based approach to regulating through the AER’s Better Bills Guideline
AGL recently responded to the Australian Energy Regulator’s (AER) Better Bills Guideline consultation. The Guideline will replace existing bill content requirements for energy retailers operating in the National Energy Customer Framework.
AGL provides feedback on the engagement approach to the ESC’s Payment Difficulty Framework review
The Essential Services Commission sought feedback on the scope of the upcoming review into the effectiveness of the regulatory framework for customers experiencing financial difficulty paying their energy bills, the Payment Difficulty Framework.
The evolution of energy storage systems in the NEM
AGL has responded to the AEMC’s draft determination on Integrating Energy storage systems in the NEM. The draft rule makes a number of changes to integrate storage into the NEM, and also shape the rules to facilitate the future market where storage and hybrid systems are likely to play a much bigger role in firming up the growing amount of renewable energy.
AGL responds to NSW Electricity Roadmap consultation on LTESA design
The NSW Electricity Roadmap will deliver at least 12 GW of new renewable projects and 2 GW of long duration storage projects, through Long Term Energy Service Agreements (LTESA). On 10 September AGL provided feedback to the NSW Government on the proposed structure and terms of the LTESA. Read our submission here.
AGL urges Treasury to listen to energy sector feedback and get the CDR Draft Energy Rules right
AGL urges Treasury to focus on getting the Draft Energy Rules right following energy sector feedback on Treasury’s latest consultation on the Consumer Data Right (CDR) in the energy sector: proposals for further consultation, August 2021 (Consultation), and the release of the energy specific CDR rules (Draft Energy Rules).
AGL calls for additional safeguards in deployment of stand-alone power systems in SA
The South Australian Government is currently consulting on the implementation of the national regulatory framework to support the deployment of stand-alone power systems (SAPS).
AGL responds to AER’s draft DER Integration expenditure guidance note
The Australian Energy Regulatory (AER) is currently consulting on its DER integration expenditure guidance note, that is intended to guide the AER’s determinations on distribution networks expenditure proposals to support the integration of distributed energy resources (DER) with the electricity market system.
Strengthening Australia’s cyber security regulations and incentives
AGL has responded to the Department of Home Affairs’ consultation paper on options for regulatory reforms and voluntary incentives to strengthen the cyber security of Australia’s digital economy.
AEMC Draft Determination on Generator Registrations and connections
On the 24th of June 2021, the Australian Energy Market Commission made a draft decision not to require generators sized between 5 and 30MW to be scheduled.
AGL responds to Treasury’s CDR sectoral assessment on telco
AGL supports the CDR regime as an economy wide model that enables consumers to have access to, and control over, data that directly relates to them.
AGL recommends AEMO's market specifications better support DER participation in fast FCAS markets
The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) is currently reviewing its Market Ancillary Service Specification (MASS) generally and in relation to DER participation in FCAS market. AEMO recently published its draft determination for consultation.
AGL calls for faster reform to support improved outcomes for Victorian embedded network customers
The Victorian Government is currently undertaking a review of embedded networks, following its election commitment to ban embedded networks in new residential apartment buildings.
AGL responds to the proposed ACT Retail Electricity (Transparency and Comparability) Code Guideline
On 6 August 2021, AGL made a submission to the Independent Competition and Regulatory Tribunal (ICRC) on the proposed ACT Retail Electricity (Transparency and Comparability Code Guideline.
AGL responds to AER draft updated Ring-fencing Guideline
AGL recently responded to the AER’s draft updated ring-fencing Guideline.
Victorian Government’s Gas Substitution Roadmap Consultation Paper
AGL has responded to the Victorian Government’s Gas Substitution Roadmap Consultation Paper.
AGL responds to changes proposed to the general CDR rules
AGL recently responded to Treasury’s proposed amendments to the general CDR rules which are focused on increasing consumer accessibility to CDR in the banking sector
AGL submission on the National Gas Infrastructure Plan
On 2 August 2021 AGL made a submission to the Federal Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources (DISER).
AGL Submission to ESC's draft strategy on Getting to fair
AGL has made a submission to the ESC’s draft strategy on ‘Getting to fair: breaking down barrier to essential services’.
AGL supports the creation of a fast frequency response market ancillary service
AGL has responded to the Australian Energy Market Commission fast frequency response market ancillary service draft determination.
AGL supports the AEMC draft rule determination on the efficient management of system strength in the NEM
AGL has responded to the Australian Energy Market Commission draft rule determination on the efficient management of system strength in the NEM.
AGL responds to next draft of the NSW Social Energy Code
AGL urges the NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment (the Department) to fully consider the customer impacts resulting from the Department’s proposed changes to the NSW Social Programs for Energy Code (the Code).
AGL's Submission on the Energy Security Board’s Post 2025 Market Design Options Paper
On 30 April 2021, the Energy Security Board (ESB) released its Post-2025 Market Design Options Paper.
AGL responds to Treasury’s consumer data right consultation papers
In May, AGL responded to two Treasury papers on the consumer data right (CDR).
Submission to Draft Distribution Annual Planning Report Template Consultation Paper
AGL made this submission in response to the Draft Distribution Annual Planning Report Template Consultation Paper.
NEM Settlement under low operational demand
AGL responded to the AEMC consultation paper on a rule change request from Infigen Energy that proposes a change to the non-energy cost recovery formulas.
AGL supports network reform to improve access for distributed energy resources
In March, the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) published its draft rule determination on access, pricing and incentive arrangements for distributed energy resources (DER).
NEM Settlement under low, zero and negative demand
AGL responded to the AEMC consultation paper on an urgent rule change proposal that seeks to ensure the national electricity market (NEM) can settle when regional demand is below 1 MWh.
AGL submission on the NSW Roadmap’s tranche 2 regulations
On 21 May 2021 AGL made a submission to the NSW Government on its tranche 2 regulations options paper.
AGL submission on the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zones access
AGL has responded to the NSW Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zones Access Scheme Issues Paper.
AEMC review of the Gas Supply Guarantee
AGL has responded to the AEMC’s review of the Gas Supply Guarantee mechanism.
ACCC LNG Netback Pricing Series Review
AGL has responded to the ACCC’s review of the LNG Netback Pricing Series which was introduced as part of the Gas Inquiry 2017-2021.
Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security review of the new SONS bill
AGL has responded the Joint Committee on Intelligence and Security’s review of the Security Legislation Amendment (Critical Infrastructure) Bill 2020 which is currently before Parliament.
AGL responds to Victorian Neighbourhood Battery Initiative Consultation
The Victorian Government is currently consulting on its Neighbourhood Battery Initiative, that will support trials of a range of neighbourhood battery models in Victoria, from feasibility through to implementation.
AGL recommends careful design for road user charge in SA to support uptake of EVs
The South Australian Government is currently consulting on the design of a road user charge for zero and low emissions vehicles (ZLEVs).
AGL responds to the Victorian Renewable Energy Zones Development Plan Directions Paper
AGL has made a submission to the Department of Environment, Land, Water & Planning regarding the development of Renewable Energy Zones (REZs) in Victoria.
AGL responds to SA Demand Response Capabilities Consultation
The South Australian (SA) Government is currently consulting on local demand response requirements for selected appliances and proposed amendments to local energy requirements for water heaters.
AGL's submission to IPART's Issues Paper on the review of solar feed-in tariff benchmarks
AGL has made a submission to IPART’s Issues Paper on the review of solar feed-in tariff benchmarks for 2021-22 to 2023-24.
AGL's submission on the Gas Fired Recovery Plan
AGL responded to two aspects of the Commonwealth Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources' Gas Fired Recovery Plan.
AGL responds to Australian Government’s Future Fuels Strategy
AGL welcomes the Australian Government’s focus on enabling consumer choice, stimulating industry development, and reducing emissions in the road transport sector.
AGL's Corporate Emissions Reduction Transparency report
The Clean Energy Regulator is currently consulting on the design of a new Corporate Emissions Reduction Transparency report (CERT), which is intended to assist National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting scheme reporters to show how they are meeting their emissions reduction goals.
AGL submission on Financeability of ISP Projects
AGL has responded to the Australian Energy Market Commission Financeability of ISP Projects Draft Determination.
AGL submission on Draft 2021 Inputs, Assumptions and Scenarios
AGL has responded to the Draft 2021 Inputs, Assumptions and Scenarios Consultation Feedback session.
AGL calls for national policy and regulatory framework to accelerate the uptake and grid integration of electric vehicles
The Commonwealth Senate Economics Legislative Committee is currently reviewing the COAG Reform Fund Amendment (No Electric Vehicle Taxes) Bill 2020 (Inquiry).
AGL support reform to improve outcomes for customers living in embedded networks in Victoria
In October 2018, the Victorian Government announced an election commitment to ban embedded networks in new residential apartment buildings.
AGL supports long-term infrastructure strategy for Victoria to navigate the evolving mega-trends impacting Victoria’s economy
Infrastructure Victoria’s (IV) update to Victoria’s 30-year infrastructure strategy presents an important opportunity to recalibrate Victoria’s infrastructure priorities in response to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic as well as the suite of evolving mega-trends impacting Victoria’s economy.
AGL submission on the AEMC paper on Integrating Energy Storage Systems in the NEM
AGL responded to the AEMC’s option paper on Integrating Energy Storage Systems in the NEM. The options paper was broad but included a discussion on the participation framework for storage proponents in the NEM.
AGL submission to the ESB's Interim REZ Stage 2 Consultation Paper
AGL responded to the Energy Security Board’s Stage 2 Consultation paper on the Renewable Energy Zones consultation paper.
AGL responds to the AEMC directions paper on a proposed reserve service in the NEM
The AEMC is currently considering a rule change request from Infigen Energy to introduce a reserve service in the NEM in tandem with consideration of a request from Delta Electricity to introduce a ramping service.
AGL responds to the AEMO electricity and gas fees draft reports
AGL has responded to both the electricity and gas fee structure draft reports with suggestions as to how AEMO can balance the National Energy Rule obligations to make the fee structures cost reflective and simple.
AGL Response to AEMC Digital Metering Review
AGL has made a submission to the AEMC review into the effectiveness of the digital metering framework.
AGL Response to AEMC Enhancing operational resilience in relation to indistinct events rule change
Energy Ministers have proposed a rule change to introduce a new framework to manage indistinct events.
AGL Response to AEMC Prioritising arrangements for system security during market suspension consultation paper
Energy Ministers consider the current regulatory requirements placed on AEMO during market suspension may compromise AEMO's ability to focus on and prioritise power system security during these periods.
AGL advocates for rule certainty on bill requirements
AGL advocates for rule certainty on bill requirements
AGL responds to AEMC frequency control directions paper
AGL responds to AEMC frequency control directions paper
AEMC draft rule on semi-scheduled generator dispatch obligations
AEMC draft rule on semi-scheduled generator dispatch obligations
Victorian electricity distribution determination 2021-26
Victorian electricity distribution determination 2021-26
Draft regulatory amendments to increase transparency in the gas market
Draft regulatory amendments to increase transparency in the gas market
AGL promotes stronger governance for Australian Energy Regulator
AGL promotes stronger governance for Australian Energy Regulator
AEMC Draft Rule on DER Technical Standards
AGL supports the Australian Energy Market Commission's (AEMC's) draft Rule to capture distributed energy resource (DER) technical standards as part of the National Electricity Rules (NER).
AGL responds to ESC Victoria Compliance Reporting amendments
AGL recently responded to the Essential Services Commission Victoria (ESC) proposed amendments to the Compliance & Performance Reporting Guideline.
AGL encourages evidence-based rule making by the Australian Energy Market Commission
AGL encourages evidence-based rule making by the Australian Energy Market Commission.
Generator Registration Thresholds
The rule change request submitted by the AEC on 15 December 2018 seeks to increase the participation of smaller generators in central dispatch to enable improved management of the power system and the efficient operation of the market.
AGL questions the need for proposed financeability of ISP projects rule change
AGL has provided a submission in response to an AEMC consultation on rule change requests from TransGrid and ElectraNet which seek to change the economic regulatory framework for Integrated System Plan (ISP) projects.
AGL’s submission on the draft Security Legislation Amendment (Critical Infrastructure) Bill
AGL has provided a submission in response to the release of the exposure draft of the Security Legislation Amendment (Critical Infrastructure) Bill 2020 as part of the cybersecurity reforms.
AGL’s submission for the Gas Reservation Scheme Issues Paper
AGL has provided a submission to the Gas Reservation Scheme Issues Paper released by the Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources.
AGL’s submission to the AEMC on the proposed rule change to the DWGM Maintenance Planning
AGL has provided a submission for a rule change requested by AEMO seeks to improve and clarify AEMO's existing maintenance coordination function in the NGR, and to remove the inconsistency between the NGL and the NGR with regard to the definition of producer and storage provider.
AGL supports 2022 start for NSW Social Code changes
AGL recently responded to the NSW Government Department of Planning, Industry & Environment’s (the Department) consultation on proposed changes to the NSW Social Programs for Energy Code.
AGL responds to the AER's 2021-22 DMO for electricity customers
AGL has made a submission in response to the AER’s Position Paper on the 2021-22 Default Market Offer for electricity customers in New South Wales, South Australia and South East Queensland.
AGL’s submission on the proposed amendments to South Australia’s Emergency Management Act 2004 (EM Act)
AGL recently responded to the South Australian government’s draft Emergency Management (Electricity Supply Emergencies) Amendment Bill 2020 (Draft Bill) which proposed changes to the EM Act.
AGL responds to the AEMC's Retailer of Last Resort review
AGL recently responded to the Australian Energy Market Commission's (AEMC) Retailer of Last Resort (RoLR) review consultation.
Compensation following directions for services other than energy and market ancillary services
AGL welcomes the AEMC’s proposed clarifications to the rules governing how market participants are compensated for the services they are directed by AEMO to provide.
Compensation for participants affected by intervention events
AGL welcomes the AEMC’s draft rule to implement a framework for affected participant compensation for frequency control ancillary services (FCAS) losses.
AGL responds to Data Availability and Transparency Bill
AGL recently responded to the Australian Governments Data Availability and Transparency (DAT) Bill. Read more here.
Victorian State Emergency Management Plan Cyber Security Sub-Plan
The Department of Premier and Cabinet recently updated the Cyber Security Subplan arrangements to align with the new State Emergency Management Plan.
AGL’s submission for the AEMC Better Bills rule change proposal
AGL recently responded to the AEMC’s rule change proposal for the Bill Contents and billing requirements rule change request from Minister Angus Taylor.
AGL encourages the ACCC to put consumers first in CDR rule expansion
AGL recently responded to the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission’s (ACCC) consultation on the Consumer Data Right (CDR) Rules amendments.
AGL's submission to IPART's draft reports on the NSW retail electricity and gas markets in 2019-20
AGL welcomes the opportunity to comment on the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART)’s draft reports on the performance and competitiveness of the NSW retail electricity and gas markets in 2019-20, published on 29 September 2020.
AGL responds to the AEMO electricity and gas fees consultation papers
AEMO reviews the allocation of the fees it incurs as the market operator every three to five years to ensure gas and electricity market participants are charged the fees on a simple cost-reflective basis.
AGL questions the benefits of proposed transmission access reform
As part of the Energy Security Board's post 2025 market design process the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) is proposing to introduce locational marginal pricing (LMP) and financial transmission rights (FTRs) into the NEM.
AGL's Submission on the Energy Security Board’s Post 2025 Market Design Consultation Paper
AGL welcomes the opportunity to comment on the Energy Security Board’s Post-2025 Market Design Consultation Paper. The Post 2025 Market Design project provides a critical opportunity to assess and update the design of the National Electricity Market, to ensure it is fit for purpose for the energy transition that is underway.
AGL’s response to the Consultation Paper on the proposed Retailer Energy Productivity Scheme activities, credits and targets
In September 2020, the South Australian Government published a further Consultation Paper on the proposed Retailer Energy Productivity Scheme (REPS) focused on the activities, credits and targets of the REPS.
AGL encourage clarity in Treasury Consumer Data Right amendments
AGL recently responded to the Treasury Law Amendments (Measures for a later sitting) Bill 2020: amendments of the Consumer Data Right (CDR).
AGL's submission to AEMC's energy storage consultation paper
AGL made a submission to the AEMC's Integrating Energy Storage systems into the NEM consultation which considers a rule change proposal by AEMO to include two new participant categories in the NER.
AGL's response to VRET2 market sounding enquiry
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to comment on the Victorian Government’s VRET 2 market sounding consultation.
AGL supports regulatory sandboxing to accelerate innovation and deliver greater benefits to consumers
In 2019, the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) provided advice to the COAG Energy Council on regulatory sandbox arrangements to support proof-of-concept trials in the national electricity and gas markets, including proposed draft rules to implement these changes.
AGL responds to WA Distributed Energy Resources Issues Paper
The Western Australian Energy Transformation Taskforce is currently consulting on one aspect of its Distributed Energy Resources (DER) Roadmap, that sets out the WA Government’s forward vision for the integration of the DER into the WA market over the next five years.
AGL calls for balanced decision-making in the development of technical standards for distributed energy resources
The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) is consulting on the content of initial minimum distributed energy resource (DER) technical standards.
AGL's response to consultation on draft Interim Reliability RRO Trigger rules
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to comment on the Energy Security Board’s (ESB) consultation on the Interim Reliability Measure amendment to the RRO Trigger.
Submission on the Protecting Critical Infrastructure & Systems Consultation Paper
AGL recently responded to a consultation paper from the Department of Home Affairs on the reforms to critical infrastructure and systems of national significance as part of National Cyber Security Strategy.
Submission on the ESC's Victorian Default Offer 2021 - Consultation Paper
AGL recently responded to the Victorian Default Offer 2021 Consultation Paper released by the Essential Services Commission, as part of its process for setting VDO prices to apply from 1 January 2021.
AGL responds to the draft Renewable Energy Zones planning rules and consultation paper
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to comment on the Energy Security Board Renewable Energy Zones Planning consultation paper.
AGL supports reforms to better facilitate DER integration
AGL recently responded to the Australian Energy Market Commission’s (AEMC) Distributed Energy Resources (DER) Integration consultation.
AGL submission on Draft Rules and the Interim REZ framework
AGL has responded to the Energy Security Board’s Renewable Energy Zones Planning consultation paper.
Submission on the AEMC's maintaining life support customer registration when switching rule change
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to comment on the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) maintaining life support customer registration when switching rule change.
AGL urge targeted approach for ACCC Consumer Data Right rules in energy
AGL recently responded to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission’s (ACCC) Consumer Data Right (CDR) Energy Rules Framework consultation.
Submission to the AEMC System services rule change consultation
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to comment on the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) System services rule changes consultation paper.
Submission on the AER's Issues Paper - Semi Scheduled Generator Rule Change
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to comment on the Australian Energy Regulator’s (AER) Issues Paper, which considers semi scheduled generator rule changes as directed by the COAG Energy Council.
Submission to ESC negotiated electricity connections issues paper
The Victorian Essential Services (ESC) Commission is currently consulting on ways to improve the timeliness of negotiated electricity connections.
Submission in response to the ESC's draft decision on supporting energy customers through the coronavirus pandemic 2020
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to comment on the Essential Services Commission Victoria’s (ESC) draft decision on supporting energy customers through the coronavirus pandemic 2020 released on 30 June 2020.
Submission to Energy Security Board on Distributed Energy Resources Technical Standards Governance
AGL recently made a submission to the Energy Security Board in response to its consultation paper on governance of Distributed Energy Resources technical standards.
Submission in response to DER Standards Rule Change
AGL recently responded to the Australian Energy Market Commission’s consultation paper on the rule change request submitted by the Australian Energy Market Operator on the creation of a subordinate instrument for a minimum technical standard for distributed energy resources.
AGL’s response to the Consultation Paper on the proposed Retailer Energy Productivity Scheme regulatory framework and activities
In June 2020, the South Australian Government published its Consultation Paper on the proposed Retailer Energy Productivity Scheme regulatory framework and activities.
AGL's submission in response to the AEMO's consultation on compensation for market participants affected by intervention events
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to comment on the Australian Energy Market Commission’s (AEMC) consultation on compensation for market participants affected by intervention events, which considers two rule change proposals from the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO).
AGL's submission in response to the AEMC's compensation for directions for services other than Energy and Market ancillary services
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to comment on the Australian Energy Market Commission’s (AEMC) consultation on compensation following directions for services other than energy and market ancillary services, which considers a rule change proposal from the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO).
AGL’s submission in response to the SA Smarter Homes Consultations
AGL recently made a submission in response to the SA Government’s Consultation on Regulatory Changes for Smarter Homes, a copy of which is available here.
Submission in response to the 2020 Electricity network framework review
AGL recently made a submission in response to the AEMC’s 2020 Electricity network economic regulatory framework review Approach Paper, a copy of which is available here.
AGL’s submission to AEMO’s Renewable Integration Study (RIS)
AGL welcomes the opportunity to comment on this RIS, which provides a useful insight into some of the potential implications associated with the energy market transition, including maintaining power system security in a high renewables penetration scenario.
AGL supports stronger consumer protections in Victorian electricity distribution code
AGL recently responded to the Essential Services Commission Victoria’s consultation on amendments to the Electricity Distribution Code relating to customer service standards.
Submission in response to WA Behind-the-Meter Code
On 15 May, AGL made a submission in response to Energy Policy WA’s draft Behind-the-Meter Code of Practice (BTM Code), that has been developed alongside the proposed WA regulatory framework for alternative electricity services.
Submission to ACCC on CEC Solar Retailer Code Reauthorisation
On 16 June, AGL responded to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission’s (ACCC) interested party consultation regarding the Clean Energy Council’s (Applicant) Solar Retailer Code reauthorisation.
AGL’s response to the NSW Energy Security Target and Safeguard
In November 2019 the NSW Government released the NSW Electricity Strategy. The NSW Energy Security Target & Safeguard Consultation Paper, which was released in May 2020, seeks feedback on the implementation of the Strategy’s Energy Security Target and the Energy Security Safeguard.
Submission in response to WA Network Access Code
On 26 June, AGL made a submission in response to the WA Energy Transformation Taskforce’s Energy Transformation Strategy: Proposed Changes to the Electricity Networks Access Code, Consultation Paper, May 2020.
AGL responds to the AEMC's deferral of network charges rule change request
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to comment on the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) deferral of network charges rule change request.
AGL's response to the Technology Roadmap Discussion Paper
In May 2020, the Commonwealth Government published its Technology Roadmap Discussion Paper: A framework to accelerate low emissions technologies. A copy of the paper is available here.
AGL responds to the AER's Victorian electricity distribution determination Issues Paper
AGL has made a submission in relation to the Australian Energy Regulator’s Issues Paper on the regulatory proposals from the five electricity distribution networks in Victoria for five year period from 1 July 2021.
AGL's response to consultation on the ESB’s Interim Reliability Measure
The Energy Security Board (ESB) recently published a consultation paper for an Interim Reliability Measure in the NEM.
AGL responds to the Treasury's approach to energy Consumer Data Right
AGL recently responded to the draft Designation Instrument for energy Consumer Data Right (CDR) released by Treasury on 6 May 2020.
AGL responds to Inquiry into Consumer Data Right future
AGL recently responded to the Inquiry into future directions for the Consumer Data Right (CDR) announced by the Treasurer the Hon Josh Frydenberg MP.
AGL's submission to the 2020 Review of the Emissions Reduction Fund Consultation Paper
AGL welcomes the opportunity to make a submission to the 2020 Review of the Emissions Reduction Fund Consultation Paper.
AGL's submission to the COAG Energy Council's review of the Energy Security Board
AGL welcomes the opportunity to make a submission in response to the COAG Energy Council’s Review of the Energy Security Board.
AGL's submission to the AEMC's investigation into system strength frameworks in the NEM
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to comment on the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) investigation into system strength frameworks in the National Electricity Market (NEM) discussion paper.
AGL comment on Consumer Data Right Rules amendments
AGL recently responded to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission’s (ACCC) consultation on amendments to the Consumer Data Right (CDR) Rules ahead of the banking implementation on 1 July 2020.
AGL's submission to the AER in relation to the impact of COVID-19 on the determination of the Default Market Offer Price for 2020-21
AGL has provided a submission to the Australian Energy Regulator on the impact of COVID-19 on the determination of the Default Market Offer Price for 2020-21.
Submission to AEMC Retail Competition Review Electric Vehicles Paper
AGL recently made a submission in response to the Australian Energy Market Commission’s (AEMC) 2020 Retail Competition Review: Electric Vehicles Issues Paper, a copy of which is available here.
AGL engages with Data61 on Consumer Data Right
AGL recently responded to two consultations run by CSIRO’s Data61 – the data standards body (DSB) for the Consumer Data Right (CDR).
AGL's submission to the Energy Productivity Bill 2020
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to comment on the Statues Amendment (Electricity and Gas) (Energy Productivity) Bill 2020 (the Bill). Read more here.
AGL comment on technical consultation for energy CDR
AGL recently responded to the Data Standards Body (DSB) Data61’s technical consultation on electricity endpoint URI’s for the Consumer Data Right. You can read our full submission here.
AGL supports the ESC's approach on back billing obligations
AGL recently responded to the Essential Services Commission Victoria’s (ESC) consultation on back billing requirements on retailers and distributors.
AGL responds to SA Government derogation proposal
AGL recently responded to the South Australia Government’s consultation on planned interruptions of energy supply derogation from the National Energy Retail Rules.
AGL responds to the AER's draft determination on the Default Market Offer (DMO) Price for 2020-21
AGL welcomes the opportunity to provide comments to the Australian Energy Regulator (AER) in relation to the Draft Determination on the Default Market Offer (DMO) Price for 2020-21 as published on 10 February 2020.
AGL responds to ESC maximum cap for embedded networks
AGL recently responded to the ESC’s proposal on setting the maximum cap for embedded networks at the Victorian Default Offer (VDO). You can read our full submission here.
AGL’s submission to the AEMC System restart services, standards and testing draft rule determination
AGL has made a submission in response to the AEMC's System restart services, standards and testing draft rule determination.
Submission to the AER on Jemena Gas Networks' revised revenue proposal
AGL has made a submission to the AER on Jemena Gas Networks’ revised revenue proposal for the 2020-25 regulatory period.
Submission in response to Regulatory Sandbox Draft Rules
At its meeting on 22 November 2019, the COAG Energy Council agreed to the Australian Energy Market Commission’s (Commission) Final Report recommendations and asked the Commission to provide advice on the required rule changes.
AGL's submission to the AEMC's draft determination rule: Introduction of metering coordinator planned interruptions
AGL Energy Limited (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to provide comment on the Australian Energy Market Commission’s (AEMC’s) Draft Determination and Rule (Draft Rule) ERC0275: Introduction of metering coordinator planned interruptions.
AGL encourage outcomes focused regulation for consumer protections
AGL recently responded to the Australian Energy Market Commission’s (AEMC) consultation on the review of consumer protections in an evolving market for both new energy and traditional retailers.
AGL's submission to the AEMC on the Short term forward market rule change
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to comment on the Australian Energy Market Commission’s (AEMC) Short Term Forward Market draft determination (Draft Determination).
AGL's submission to the AEMC's draft determination on the Victorian Jurisdictional Derogation
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to comment on the Australian Energy Market Commission’s (AEMC) draft determination on the Victorian Jurisdictional Derogation to the Reliability and Emergency Reserve Trader (RERT) contracting arrangements.
AGL's submission to the AEMC's Mandatory Primary Frequency Response draft rule determination
AGL supports the introduction of an interim mandatory PFR requirement to address declining frequency performance in the National Electricity Market (NEM), while further reforms are implemented to appropriately value and reward provision of frequency control services. Our views on more detailed aspects of the draft rule are set out below.
AGL submission to the AER in response to the network regulatory proposal
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to provide comments on the regulatory proposals of Ausgrid, Endeavour Energy and Essential Energy (NSW networks) for the period 2019 to 2024.
AGL submission to the Victorian green hydrogen discussion paper
In November 2019, the Victorian Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) released a Green Hydrogen Discussion Paper is designed to inform the Victorian Hydrogen Investment Program (VHIP). A copy of that paper is available here.
AGL responds to a submission on the proposed changes to the Victorian Energy Upgrades
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to make a submission on the proposed changes to the Victorian Energy Upgrades.
AGL responds to ACCC consultation on expanding CDR Rules
AGL recently responded to the ACCC’s consultation paper on the participation of non-accredited third-party service providers within the Consumer Data Right (CDR) framework.
Providing Greater Access to Home Battery Technology in the Private Rental Market
AGL Energy (AGL) commends the South Australian Government for its consultations on tenant access to energy efficiency technology in the private rental market and welcomes the opportunity to make a submission.
AGL responds to QLD review into the National Energy Retail Law
AGL recently responded to the Queensland Government’s consultation on the review of Queensland’s energy legislation – options paper.
Submission in response to AEMO NEM Customer Switching Draft Report and Determination
On 20 December 2019, AEMO published its Draft Report and Determination that sets out AEMO’s proposed approach to implementing the NEM customer switching reforms that would facilitate faster customer switching times.
AGL's submission to the AER on SA Power Networks
AGL has made a submission to the AER on SA Power Networks’ revised revenue proposal for the 2020-25 regulatory period.
AGL’s submission to the AEMC’s Draft Determination on Transmission Loss Factors
AGL supports the AEMC’s draft determination which provides AEMO will flexibility to refine and improve the existing marginal loss factor framework and methodology.
AGL caution ESC on draft decision impacts to Victorian consumers
AGL recently responded to the Essential Services Commission Victoria’s (ESC) draft decision on clear and fair contracts. The draft decision includes 18 individual draft decisions for the implementation of recommendations 4A-4E and 3A of the Independent Review of Electricity and Gas Retail Markets Victoria (Thwaites review), as well as additional matters relating to back-billing and VDO messaging on bills.
AGL’s submission to the ESB’s Consultation on the Draft Integrated System Plan Rules
AGL broadly supports the draft ISP rules, however believe that further consideration or clarification is still required on several issues, including the ongoing role of the Australian Energy Regulator.
Submission to AER on assessing distributed energy integration expenditure
The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) is currently consulting on whether its distribution network expenditure assessment framework is fit-for-purpose to assess distributed energy resources (DER) integration expenditure (Consultation Paper).
AGL responds to AEMC draft rule on regulating conditional discounts
AGL recently responded to the Australian Energy Market Commission’s (AEMC) draft rule on regulating conditional discounts. We believe that there is currently insufficient evidence to support a decision by the AEMC at this time.
Changes to MTPASA Draft Determination
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to comment on the Australian Energy Market Commission’s (AEMC) Draft rule determination on improving transparency and extending the duration of the medium-term projected assessment of system adequacy (MT PASA). AGL has also considered ERM Power’s interim submission to the draft rule in preparing this submission.
Submission on Gas Pipeline Regulation
AGL has made a submission to the COAG Energy Council on the framework for gas pipeline regulation in Australia. You can read our full submission here.
AGL submission to FinTech RegTech Select Committee
AGL recently made a submission to the Select Committee on Financial Technology and Regulatory Technology. You can read our full submission here.
Inquiry into electric buses in regional and metropolitan public transport networks in New South Wales
AGL Energy (AGL) commends the New South Wales (NSW) Parliament for launching the inquiry into electric buses in regional and metropolitan public transport networks in NSW, and welcomes the opportunity to make a submission.
Review of the performance of energy retail markets in NSW in 2018-19
In November 2019, AGL made a submission on IPART’s draft reports on the performance and competitiveness of the retail electricity and gas markets in NSW for 2018-19.
Submission in response to AEMO Customer Switching Issues Paper
AGL recently made a submission in response to the Australian Energy Market Operator’s Issues Paper, Customer switching in the NEM. A copy of our submission is available here.
AGL submission on emergency reserves in Victoria
AGL submission on emergency reserves in Victoria AGL has made a submission on a rule change that would allow emergency reserves (RERT) to be procured for up to three years in Victoria.
AGL responds to Consumer Data Right Privacy Guidelines
AGL recently responded to the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) consultation on the Privacy Safeguard Guideline for the Consumer Data Right (CDR).
AGL’s Submission to the COGATI Access Reform: Discussion Paper
AGL does not consider that the case has been made to move ahead now with a substantial redesign of NEM at this time. We consider the proposed arrangements contain considerable implementation risks that have not been fully considered, and which risk reducing market liquidity, efficiency and investor confidence.
AGL submission on AEMC Draft Determination into Reducing Customers’ Switching Times
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to provide feedback on the Australian Energy Market Commission’s (AEMC’s) draft determination into Reducing Customers’ Switching Times (project number ERC0276/RRC0031).
AGL's submission in response to the AEMC's Primary Frequency Response rule changes consultation paper
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to comment on the Australian Energy Market Commission’s (AEMC) consultation paper on the proposed Primary Frequency Response (PFR) rule changes ERC0263, ERC0274, and ERC0277.
South Australian Retailer Energy Efficiency Scheme Review November 2019
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to provide comment on the Review of the South Australian (SA) Residential Energy Efficiency Scheme (REES) Directions Paper, published by the Department for Energy and Mining (the Department) in October 2019.
AGL's submission inquiry into Australia's oil and gas reserves
AGL Energy Limited (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to make a submission to the Senate Economics References Committee inquiry into Australia’s Oil and Gas reserves. In particular, we would like to make some observations on the current challenges securing gas supply in south-eastern Australia.