Gas networks were built for a world of growing demand. As household and small business energy choices shift, we're proposing updates to ensure the regulatory framework keeps pace. Feedback closes 30 April.
Read more about Proposed reforms to keep gas network regulation fit for purposeWe have released a draft rule that would set clear technical standards for data centres connecting to the grid. The proposal aims to promote system security while enabling faster connections and reducing overall system costs. Feedback closes 7 May.
Read more about AEMC proposes new data centre grid standardsWe're proposing improvements to help the approximately 225,000 households registered for life support protections, including better communication options and clearer processes.
Read more about Improving life support processes – draft determinationEligible Australians miss out on energy concessions due to complex barriers. New rules require retailers to inform customers in detail about available support and we recommend automated processes ensuring everyone eligible receives assistance.
Read more about New rules help vulnerable consumers get energy bill help they deserveThe AEMC has announced major new reforms that will deliver stronger protections for energy consumers and help more households access better energy deals.
Read more about Enhanced consumer protectionsWe have made a rule to accelerate the deployment of smart meters across the National Electricity Market, so that consumers and the energy system can access the benefits they offer sooner.
Read more about Rule to roll out smart meters by 2030
21 May 2026
The Reliability Panel has found that the National Electricity Market (NEM) continued to meet reliability standards in 2024-25, despite the ...
23 April 2026
The Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) has made a draft rule to modernise distribution network planning in a system increasingly ...
23 April 2026
New modelling released today by the Australian Energy Market Commission shows that reforming how electricity network costs are recovered could ...
23 April 2026
The Reliability Panel has published the final report for its Reliability Standard and Settings Review (RSSR), with recommendations for a ...
14 August 2025
Authors: Mark Nuttall, Tom Miller, AEMC Analytics & EconomicsIntroductionAustralia is famous for achieving world-leading levels of rooftop solar adoption over ...
26 March 2025
A new report highlights the potential benefits that coordinated consumer energy resources (CER) can deliver to Australia’s electricity system....
20 July 2023
By Anna Collyer, Chair A blockbuster movie about the world’s most iconic doll is nearly upon us, I’m ...
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Anna Collyer, ChairKeynote address, Australian Energy Week Conference 2026Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre Good morning. Let me begin by acknowledging ...
20 May 2026
Victoria Mollard, Executive General Manager, Economics & System Security Australian Renewable Energy Zones ConferenceSwissotel, Sydney Good afternoon. Let me first ...
14 May 2026
Lana Stockman, CommissionerLeaders’ Energy TalkMonash UniversityBefore I begin, I want to acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land we are ...
28 April 2026
Rainer Korte, CommissionerData Power series28 April 2026 - The Wheeler Centre, Melbourne29 April 2026 - Greenhouse, Sydney Good morning. Thank you to ...
04 May 2023
The review has made recommendations for changes to the regulatory framework which promote the timely and efficient investment in and ...
04 November 2022
Smart meters are foundational to a more connected, modern and efficient energy system that supports future technologies, services and innovations.
27 October 2022
The way we generate electricity is changing and will continue to evolve. Generators (including wind and solar) are spreading out ...
25 June 2021
A new, fully web-published version of the National Electricity Rules is now available, providing a smarter, faster way to use ...
12 May 2021
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