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Next instalment in this week's REMIT-fest: an unofficial consolidation of REMIT and REMIT II, prepared by my colleague Clara Desprez with a bit of help from me. REMIT II rather unhelpfully amends REMIT on the basis of entire clauses, so it's more difficult to see exactly what changes have been made. We have therefore carried out the consolidation on a word-by-word basis, to make it easier to see the differences. For good measure, we have added in the amendments (essentially bringing hydrogen within the scope of REMIT) included in the proposed EU Gas Regulation that is nearing adoption. Those changes are due to take effect 6 months after the Gas Regulation enters into force, so towards the end of this year. The usual disclaimer: this consolidation is an unofficial one that we have prepared for our own convenience and that we are sharing with others likely to find it useful. It's not an authoritative statement of the legislation, etc etc. Happy reading!

The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) has launched Federal Court proceedings against Callide Power Trading citing a breach of performance standards and alleging negligence. The C3 and C4 units' return to service schedules have also been delayed again. For more details surrounding the events that led to the AER's filing and the implications of this situation, you may read our article, "Callide Power Trading faces federal court proceedings, return to service delayed again" by Mike Carabott and Krystle Will. READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE: https://zurl.co/JL4p -- Are you looking for energy management and cost reduction advice for your business? Let our energy management consultant help you. Request an obligation-free quote by filling out our form and let’s explore the possibilities available to your commercial or industrial property. FORM: https://zurl.co/XLDY Or please reach out at info@leadingedgeenergy.com.au or call 1300 852 7700. #callidepowerstation #callidepowerstation #intergen #callidec3 #callidec4 #australianenergyregulator #aer #electricityinaustralia #energymanagementconsultants #energybrokersaustralia #leadingedgeenergy

We have released our final decision on the Gas Distribution Code of Practice. The new code will take effect on 1 October 2024, providing a fair and clear framework for gas network customers as Victoria transitions to net-zero emissions. The new code will: 🔹 Enable us to use our enforcement powers to effectively monitor and enforce the rules on gas distributors, including through civil penalty provisions. 🔹 Require gas distributors to provide clear information to customers on their websites, including how customers can disconnect or abolish their gas connections.  🔹 Remove duplication with other regulations to streamline the regulatory framework. Importantly, the new code also removes inefficient incentives for new gas connections. From 1 January 2025, customers who may seek to establish a new gas connection will pay up-front installation costs for new gas connections, consistent with the current practice for new electricity and water connections. Following more than 12 months of engagement, the new code has been developed with extensive input from gas distributors, retailers, customers, peak industry bodies, consumer protection groups and climate action groups. 🔹 Find out more about our review of the Gas Distribution Code of Practice: https://lnkd.in/gvztiMqa 🔹 Read our media release: https://lnkd.in/gswJFEgB Sarah Sheppard Kate Symons Sitesh Bhojani Rebecca Billings Marcus Crudden Nathan Zhivov Aaron Yuen Luís Bogliolo, PhD Julia Meadows

This article provides an overview of the crucial role utilities play in society, highlighting their significance in providing essential services such as electricity, water, natural gas, and telecommunications.  https://lnkd.in/gRQhtVKN

Always good to get a new FOI public authority. “The Independent System Operator and Planner designated in accordance with section 162 of the Energy Act 2023 in respect of information held by it as a result of the exercise of its functions under, or as a consequence of, that Act” will be added to Schedule One of FOIA at such time as the Secretary of State brings into force section 166(2) of the Energy Act 2023 (and consequently these Energy Act 2023 (Consequential Amendments) Regulations 2024). So stick that in your pipe and smoke it, state secrecy! https://lnkd.in/dVuzXcxi

Via Utility Dive: " FERC approves ISO-NE day-ahead reserve initiative, in boost to flexible resources: The plan will provide increased revenue to flexible resources like energy storage that can provide reserves to meet any unexpected real-time power supply needs. " #Energy #Utility #Utilities

Really interesting to read about the Prime Minister's comment on the need for Gas Power Plants to meet our energy supply needs this morning. Will building more CCGT plants mean we don't hit net-zero by 2035? Is there an option to build new plants with carbon capture to help achieve that target? I'd love to know your thoughts, and full article in the comments 👇👇👇

Reminder! September 20th is the deadline for organizations to submit feedback to the AER regarding the revisions to Directive 020: Well Abandonment. Remember, it's crucial to have your say on the changes to Directive 020, as they directly impact industry practices and regulatory compliance Read the full changes here: https://lnkd.in/gbXvD-re Submit your feedback here: https://lnkd.in/gGzyxAxj #oilandgas #pipelines #albertaenergy #albertaoilandgas #regulatorycompliance

The Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) has released a revised version of Directive 055: Storage Requirements for the Upstream Petroleum Industry The update was to reflect how this directive now also applies to geothermal resource development. References to the Geothermal Resource Development Act and Geothermal Resource Development Rules, as well as other appropriate references to geothermal development, have been added throughout. You can find the revised Directive 055 here: https://lnkd.in/gtSCaZWE #AlberaEnergyRegulator #AER #regulatoryUpdate #regulatoryCompliance #alberta #GeothermalResourceDevelopmentRules #GeothermalResourceDevelopmentAct #regulating Geothermal

Texas Senate re-affirms opposition to a capacity market; the PUC receives comments on PCM; a look at 150 NOI's for subsidized gas plants; ERCOT's attempt to buy demand response fails, but they were right to try. I propose ways to ensure the next attempt works. #txlege #txenergy https://lnkd.in/gdGtyFhT