Previous consultation on the regulation of embedded networks under the AES framework

Previous consultation on the regulation of embedded networks.
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Embedded networks and On-site power supply (OPS) services are to be regulated under the Alternative Electricity Services (AES) registration framework. 
  • Following consultation, the Cook Government has announced the decision to extend protections to electricity customers in embedded networks or receiving OPS services.

  • Consultation on draft Regulations to prescribe these services is now open. A short paper that describes how registration fees should be calculated is also available for your information.

  • Information on the AES Code of Practice will be provided in the first half of 2026. 

Consultation on the regulation of embedded networks closed on 19 April 2024. Energy Policy WA received 32 submissions, with four identified as confidential.

Consultation feedback has informed the Cook Government’s decision to regulate embedded networks under the AES registration framework.

Further consultation on the AES draft Prescribing Regulations and setting of registration fees is now open, and further information on the Code of Practice is expected to be provided in the first half of 2026.

Consultation documents

Confidential submissions received:

McDonald’s Australia

McDonald’s Australia franchisee

Residential customer (caravan park)

Residential customer 2 (retirement village)

 

Non-confidential submissions received:

Alinta Energy

Anonymous former retirement village resident

Anonymous residential customer (caravan park)

Anonymous residential customer (caravan park) 2

Anonymous residential customer (caravan park) 3

Anonymous residential customer (tenant)

Anonymous residential customer 1

Anonymous residential customer 2

Anonymous residential customer 3

Anonymous residential customer 4

Anonymous residential customer 5

Anonymous residential customer 6

Anonymous residential customers and Council of Owners member

Electric Vehicle Council

Energy Consumers Australia

Energy Intelligence

Energy Tec

Kirby Swim 1

Kirby Swim 2

Master Electricians Australia

National Electrical and Communications Association

Origin Energy

Rose Ferrell (Pemberton aged accommodation Inc)

Shopping Centre Council of Australia

Small Business Development Corporation

Strata Community Association WA

Synergy

WA Expert Consumer Panel

Information forum

We held an information forum on embedded network regulation on 5 March 2024. Watch the recording.

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