Key changes to energy rules
In our latest update, we examine the progress of new and existing rule change requests to the AEMC in the month of June and take a closer look at the Frequency Performance Payments scheme which was officially made live across AEMO's wholesale systems on 8 June 2025.
Key takeaways
National electricity rules
- Two new rule change requests:
- Clarifying registration for non-generating units providing system security services
- Integrated distribution system planning
- Three completed rule changes:
- Improving consumer confidence in retail energy plans
- Assisting hardship customers
- Allowing AEMO to accept cash as credit support
National energy retail rules
- Two new rule change requests:
- Establishing a regulatory framework for gas disconnections and permanent abolishment
- Updating the regulatory framework for gas connections
National gas rules
- Two new rule change requests:
- Establishing a regulatory framework for gas disconnections and permanent abolishment
- Updating the regulatory framework for gas connections
Opportunities for stakeholders
- Due by 24 July 2025
- Integrated distribution system planning
- Due by 31 July 2025
- Improving the ability to switch to a better offer
- Due by 7 August 2025
- ECGS Notice of closure for gas infrastructure
- Efficiency provision of inertia