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New emissions reduction objective

The Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) will now apply an emissions reduction objective to its rule-making and review processes with the South Australian Parliament passing legislation to add emissions reduction to the national energy objectives.

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Smart meters: 100% by 2030, new customer information, real-time data & protections

Energy customers would receive a smart meter by 2030, along with better information, protections and data in a suite of reforms from the AEMC that place consumers at the forefront of the transition to net zero.

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Greater clarity around social licence among final recommendations to improve certainty on transmission

In recognition of the critical role communities play in getting to net zero, the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) has recommended the national framework provide greater clarity around social licence.

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The rule maker for Australian electricity and gas markets. We make and amend the National Electricity Rules, National Gas Rules and National Energy Retail Rules. We also provide market development advice to governments.

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29 February 2024

Final report released on improvements to the retailer reliability obligation

The Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) has made 12 recommendations to improve the operation of the 'retailer reliability obligation' (RRO). The ...

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​​EPR0091 ​​Review of the Retailer Reliability Obligation​

29 February 2024

Unleashing the power of CER for lower bills and a sustainable energy future

The Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) has taken a critical step as part of a broad set of reforms aimed ...

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ERC0346 Unlocking CER benefits through flexible trading

29 February 2024

System strength quantity calculation change

The Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) has made a final determination and final rule to change the way the system ...

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ERC0375 Calculation of system strength quantity

22 February 2024

2024-25 market price cap now available

The Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) has released updates to key reliability settings that apply to the National Electricity Market (...

22 February 2024

AEMC releases draft 'ring-fencing' rule for transmission connections

The Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) is proposing changes to ‘ring-fencing’ arrangements for networks that could contribute to a more ...

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​​ERC0371​ ​​Expanding the transmission ring-fencing framework​

15 February 2024

AEMC modelling reveals billions in potential savings through integrating virtual power plants

New modelling results showcased by the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) show substantial cost savings of up to two billion ...

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ERC0352 Integrating price-responsive resources into the NEM
RRC0051 Integrating price-responsive resources into the NEM (retail)

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04 May 2023

Making transmission investment and delivery more timely and efficient

The review has made recommendations for changes to the regulatory framework which promote the timely and efficient investment in and ...

04 November 2022

Infographic | Smart meters are a key enabler in the transition to net zero

Smart meters are foundational to a more connected, modern and efficient energy system that supports future technologies, services and innovations.

27 October 2022

Infographic | Improving certainty to enable the transmission needed for net zero

The way we generate electricity is changing and will continue to evolve. Generators (including wind and solar) are spreading out ...

04 November 2022

Infographic | Achieving 100% coverage by 2030

Reaching the new target...

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25 June 2025

National Electricity Rules - latest version

25 June 2025

National Gas Rules - latest version

25 June 2025

National Energy Retail Rules - latest version

25 June 2025

National Electricity Rules (Northern Territory) - latest version

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