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Submission in response to AEMO's Virtual Power Plant Demonstrations Program, Consultation Paper
AGL made a submission in response to AEMO’s Virtual Power Plant Demonstrations Program, Consultation Paper, a copy of which is available here.
Submission to the ACCC Electricity Price Monitoring Inquiry Discussion Paper
AGL welcomes the opportunity to make a submission in response to the ACCC Monitoring of Electricity Supply in the National Electricity Market Discussion Paper (Discussion Paper).
Submission to the ESBs Consultation on the Retailer Reliability Obligation Impact Analysis
On 30 November 2018, the Energy Security Board (ESB), on behalf of the COAG Energy Council released an impact assessment of the Retailer Reliability Obligation (RRO) for the National Electricity Market.
Submission in response to the SA Government's Proposed Reliability Instrument
At the 26 October 2018 COAG Energy Council meeting, Ministers agreed that the Energy Security Board will progress development of draft National Electricity Law amendments that would give effect to a Retailer Reliability Obligation (RRO).
Trading sunshine with AGL Solar Exchange
While Australia is leading the way in the installation of rooftop solar systems, there are many people who can’t put panels on their roof. This could be because they are renting, living in an apartment or a home without a suitable roof, or there may be financial constraints preventing the investment.
AGL working on delivering better outcomes for those impacted by Family Violence
AGL has been actively engaging with the ESC on their approach to adopting the 2016 Royal Commission into Family Violence recommendations on the energy sector.
Ensuring consistency for consumers in retailer hardship policies
AGL recently responded to the Australian Energy Regulator’s (AER) draft statements for inclusion within energy retailer hardship policies under their upcoming hardship guideline.
Powering our community
AGL’s ‘Powering our Community’ is all about encouraging our people to get to know and support their local community.
How are we accounting for climate-related risks?
In 2015 during the climate negotiations in Paris, Mark Carney, Governor of the Bank of England and Michael Bloomberg, former Mayor of New York, announced the creation of a new task force, which would help investors understand their financial exposure to climate risk and help companies disclose this information in a clear and consistent way.
Submission in response to the ESB’s Consultation on Proposed Metrics for Strategic Energy Plan
On 12 November 2018, the Energy Security Board (ESB) released a consultation paper seeking stakeholder views on whether proposed metrics to assess the outcomes and objectives of the Strategic Energy Plan are suitable.
AGL's response to electricity price monitoring and response regime draft legislation
AGL recently responded to the exposure draft of the “Treasury Laws Amendment (Electricity Price Monitoring) Bill 2018” (Draft Legislation).
Empowering business with energy efficiency
Energy prices and lowering lower carbon emissions would have to be amongst the most talked about topics for 2018. In Australia, a lot of this conversation has revolved around where and how energy is generated.
Building our best workforce
Our people are our greatest asset – that’s why we’re investing in making AGL a great place to work.
Submission in response to the ESB’s Consultation on Retailer Reliability Obligation Legislative Amendments
On 8 November 2018, the Energy Security Board (ESB) released a consultation paper regarding legislative amendments to progress the proposed Retailer Reliability Obligation (RRO), formerly the reliability obligation component of the NEG.
Submission to IPART’s Draft Report on Retailers’ Meter Installation Practices in NSW
AGL has made a submission to IPART’s Draft Report on Retailers’ Meter Installation Practices in NSW.
Submission to IPART's Draft Report on Monitoring the Retail Energy Markets during 2017-18
AGL has made a submission to IPART’s Draft Report on Monitoring the Retail Energy Markets during 2017-18.
Submission Underwriting New Generation Investment
Submission to the Department of the Environment and Energy’s Consultation on Underwriting New Generation Investment.
AGL submission to ERA on ATCO
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes this opportunity to provide comments to the Economic Regulation Authority (ERA) regarding proposed revisions to ATCO Gas Australia’s (ATCO) Access Arrangement for the 2020-2024 period (AA5).
Submission to the EMP Consultation Paper: Electricity price monitoring and response legislative framework
AGL Energy Limited (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to make a submission in response to Treasury’s Consultation Paper titled Electricity price monitoring and response legislative framework (October 2018) (Consultation Paper).
AGL's response to the AEMCs Draft Rule Determination on Metering Installation Timeframes
AGL recently responded to the Australian Energy Market Commission's (AEMC's) Draft Rule Determination on Metering Installation Timeframes (ERC0236).
Submission to the AEMC's Consultation Paper on Advanced Meter Communications Rule
AGL welcomes the opportunity to comment on the Australian Energy Market Commission’s (AEMC’s) Consultation Paper on Advanced Meter Communications Rule.
How energy retailers can be disruptors too
AGL was recently recognised at the Australian Computer Society (ACS) Digital Disruptor Awards for delivering industry-leading digital experiences, products and services for our customers.
AGL supporting what matters most to our people
Since 2003, AGL’s ‘Energy for Life’ program has provided avenues for our people to support causes that they are passionate about.
Planning ahead and collaboration are the ingredients for a strong future
No forced redundancies’ is a commitment we’ve made to our people at Liddell as we work towards its long-planned retirement in 2022. For us, long-term planning and making sure our people and the community are supported in the transition is not negotiable.
10 years of research into carbon capture
The transition to a low carbon future will require a range of solutions and this is why we are proud to partner with CSIRO and others in carbon capture research over the past 10 years. But what does this have to do with tomatoes?
Rewarding and harnessing the collective power of customers
The Peak Energy Rewards programs kicks in during periods of high demand. Offering a financial incentive for customers to electively reduce their electricity consumption for short periods of time to collectively lessen the load on the electricity grid.
Submission to the AEMC’s Draft Rule Determination on Global Settlement and Market Reconciliation
AGL has made a submission to the AEMC’s Draft Rule Determination on Global Settlement and Market Reconciliation.
AGL response to Draft Determination meter installation timeframe
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to respond to the Australian Energy Market Commission’s (AEMC’s) Draft Rule Determination on Metering Installation Timeframes (ERC0236).
Company value is more than financial performance
We have an increasingly sophisticated toolkit to help us explain the relationship between financial returns and other value drivers and impacts on the environment, on society and on the economy more broadly.
Submission to the ESB's consultation on introducing market making requirements in the NEM
On 19 October, AGL made a submission to the Energy Security Board’s consultation on market making requirements in the NEM.
Submission to the AEMC’s Coordination of Generation and Transmission Investment Review options paper
AGL has made a submission to the AEMC’s review of Generation and Transmission investment, which also explored (on behalf of the Energy Security Board) options to embed AEMO’s Integrated System Plan into the National Electricity Market.
Submission to the ESB’s consultation on improving transparency of OTC contracting
On 19 October, AGL made a submission to the Energy Security Board’s consultation on improving the transparency of over-the-counter (OTC) contracting.
AGL response to the AEMC draft Rule for hardship requirements
AGL recently responded to the Australian Energy Market Commission's draft Rule change to require the Australian Energy Regulator to develop guidelines for retailer hardship policies.
AGL supports ERAWA hardship review
AGL recently responded to the Economic Regulation Authority Western Australia’s consultation on hardship amendments.
AGL's submission to ACCC Consumer Data Right Rules Frameworks
AGL recently responded to the ACCC Consumer Data Rights Rules (CDR) Framework which provides guidance to stakeholders on the way ACCC will develop requirements on industries for CDR.
AGL submission on additional proposals for Consumer Data Right Treasury Bill
AGL recently responded to the Federal Governments exposure draft legislation to create a new Consumer Data Right (CDR) Framework.
The rise of solar and its part in an energy mix
AGL welcomed Maoneng Australia’s announcement that it had reached financial close for the 255 megawatt (MW) Sunraysia Solar Farm. This solar farm is underpinned by Power Purchase Agreements under which UNSW Sydney and AGL Energy purchase the solar energy generated over 15 years. This solar energy will help contribute to our diverse energy mix.
Simplifying consumer information to improve customer engagement and trust in the Victorian energy sector
AGL recently responded to the Essential Service Commission Victoria’s draft decision on the electricity and gas retail markets review implementation 2018 (bills and marketing).
One Stop, One Story Vulnerability Hub
The ‘One Stop, One Story Vulnerability Hub’ acts as a connector, bringing the available support to the person rather than them having to seek it through complex pathways, over and over again.
Submission in response to the AER’s draft Rate of Return Guideline
AGL participated in the Retailer Reference Group (RRG) conducted by the AER during its the development of its draft Guideline and appreciated the extensive consultation and stakeholder engagement.
The impact of rooftop solar on demand
In the middle of a sunny day, rooftop solar could soon supply more energy than South Australia needs at that time of day. But when the sun goes down, this generation tails off, which is also when peak demand kicks in. Read more about the impact of rooftop solar on demand.
AGL's response to the AEMC's draft rule change on estimated meter reads
AGL recently responded to the AEMC's draft rule change on estimated meter reads.
Submission in response to the Energy Security Board’s Consultation on National Energy Guarantee Amendments
On 15 August, at the request of the COAG Energy Council, the Energy Security Board (ESB) released a draft Bill that would implement the National Energy Guarantee (NEG).
Submission in response to the review of the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting legislation
On 31 July, the Climate Change Authority (CCA) released a consultation paper to facilitate consultation on its review of the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting (NGER) legislation.
Submission in response to the NSW Social Programs for Energy Code proposed amendments
AGL made a submission to the NSW Government in response to its proposed amendments to the NSW Social Programs for Energy Code.
AGL submission on investment tests
AGL Energy (AGL) is pleased to provide support for the Draft revisions to the application guidelines for the regulatory investment test for distribution (RIT-D) and regulatory investment test for transmission (RIT-T).
AGL submission on NSW electricity distribution determinations
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes this opportunity to provide comments on the regulatory proposals of Ausgrid, Endeavour Energy, Essential Energy (NSW networks) for the period 2019 to 2024 and to provide our position on many of the questions raised by the Australian Energy Regulator (AER) in its Issue Paper: NSW electricity distribution determinations (Issues Paper).
AGL submission on Consumer Data Right Treasury Bill
AGL recently responded to the Federal Governments exposure draft legislation to create a new Consumer Data Right (CDR) Framework.
Submission in response to the National Energy Guarantee Reliability Requirement Pre-Condition Options Paper
At the request of the COAG Energy Council, the Energy Security Board (ESB) has developed alternate policy options for activating the reliability obligation that was proposed under the draft design of the National Energy Guarantee (NEG).
Transforming to a renewable hub
Our commitment to a progressive energy future is as evident as ever in Broken Hill and Silverton where the city has transformed to a renewable energy hub. A heritage city that used to mine the earth, is now mining the sun and wind for energy.
Flexibility works
The one thing you need to know about flexibility? The fact that there is no ‘one thing’, because we all have different priorities, experiences and commitments and that means there is no template that will allow everyone to be their best selves at home and at work.
Demystifying demand response
With ongoing debate about the National Energy Guarantee, there has been a bit of discussion about the merits of ‘demand response’. Demand response is a way to help reduce individual customer bills, improve reliability and reduce the average cost to supply electricity to all households and business.
AGL submission – Advance notice of price changes
Read AGL's submission to the AEMC in response to the price notification rule change.
AGL submission to Essential Service Commission review of exempt seller obligations
Read AGL's recent submission to Essential Service Commission review of exempt seller obligations.
Submissions in response to AEMO ENA Open Energy Networks Consultation
Read AGL's recent submission in response to the AEMO ENA Open Energy Networks Consultation.
AGL submission to AEMC draft determination on distributed energy resources register
Read AGL's recent submission to the AEMC in response to its draft determination on distributed energy resources register.
AGL Submission to Enhancement to the Reliability and Emergency Reserve Trader
AGL Supports appropriate RERT governance as being critical to ensuring it is only procured when necessary. As such AGL supports increased governance measures, including transparency and potentially independent review of decisions relating to procuring and activating RERT by the AER.
AGL's contribution to the National Electricity Market
The National Electricity Market (NEM) is a wholesale energy market which transports electricity from power stations to consumers and large industrial users. As detailed in ‘The Health of the National Electricity Market’ late last year, across the NEM, the mix of generators is changing.
Submission in response to the Commonwealth Senate Select Committee on Electric Vehicles
Read AGL's recent submission in response to the Commonwealth Senate Select Committee on Electric Vehicles.
Submission to the Essential Services Commission
Read AGL's recent submission to the Essential Services Commission’s consideration of the Thwaites recommendations 3A-3F.
Submission to the Energy Security Board in response to the National Energy Guarantee Regulation Impact Statement
On 29 June 2018, the Energy Security Board released the Consultation Regulation Impact Statement (RIS) for the National Energy Guarantee and sought feedback from stakeholders.
Frequently Asked Questions about Liddell Power Station
Liddell Power Station reaches the end of its technical life in 2022 and can be replaced with the latest technology at a lower cost than trying to keep the plant running.
Submission: EAR Draft Amendments to AER Compliance Procedures and Guidelines
AGL Energy our recent submission on the Australian Energy Regulator’s Draft Amendments to the Compliance Procedures and Guidelines 2018.
Submission to the AEMC’s Generator Technical Performance Standards Draft Determination
While AGL supports aspects of the AEMC’s draft position, our submission flags several areas which we believe requires further assessment.
AGL submission on Meter Installation Timeframes
AGL Energy (AGL) welcomes the opportunity to provide a submission to the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) Consultation Paper Metering installation timeframes.
Submission to the Commonwealth on the National Energy Guarantee Draft Detailed Design
On 15 June 2018, the Commonwealth released a consultation paper outlining the proposed design of the Commonwealth elements of the National Energy Guarantee (Guarantee).
Global settlement and market reconciliation – AEMC consultation paper
The AEMC is seeking feedback on a rule change request from AEMO that proposes a new ‘global’ settlement framework for energy retailers.
Submission: AEMC consultation on a rule change relating to hardship
AGL's recent submission on the AEMC consultation on a rule change relating to hardship.
Submission: QCA 2020 Review of Guaranteed Service Levels (GSLs)
AGL's recent submission on the QCA 2020 Review of Guaranteed Service Levels (GSLs).
Submission: AEMC Generator Three-year Notice of Closure (Consultation Paper)
AGL's recent submission on the AEMC Generator Three-year Notice of Closure Consultation Paper.
Submission: ESC compliance and performance reporting guideline consultation
AGL's recent submission on the ESC compliance and performance reporting guideline consultation.
Submission: Compliance and Performance Reporting Guideline review 2018
AGL's recent submission on the Essential Services Commission Reporting Guideline review 2018.
Our response to the AEMC report on retail competition
On Friday 15 June, the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) released the Retail Energy Competition Review.
Submission: National Energy Retail Amendment (Estimated meter reads)
AGL's recent submission on the National Energy Retail Amendment (Estimated meter reads) Rule 2018.
Understanding net and gross generation
Ever wondered how we measure the energy we produce? Net generation is the energy sent to the grid, minus the energy used to produce energy.
Submission: AEMC Reliability Frameworks Review Directions Paper
AGL's recent submission on the AEMC Reliability Frameworks Review Directions Paper..
Submission: Reinstatement of Long Notice RERT Rule change proposal
AGL's recent submission on the Reinstatement of Long Notice RERT Rule change proposal.
Submission: AEMC Generator Three-year Notice of Closure Consultation Paper
AGL's response to the AEMC Generator Three-year Notice of Closure Consultation Paper.
Diversity and inclusion is part of our DNA
For the second year in a row, AGL was awarded the prestigious Gold Employer status for LGBTI inclusion.
Submission: National Energy Retail Amendment (Advance notice of price changes) Rule 2018
National Energy Retail Amendment (Advance notice of price changes) Rule 2018.
Submission: National Energy Retail Amendment (Advance notice of price changes) Rule 2018
AGL's recent submission on the National Energy Retail Amendment (Advance notice of price changes) Rule 2018.
Submission to AER on draft benefit change notice guidelines
On 21 May, AGL made a submission to the Australian Energy Regulator (AER) in response to its draft benefit change notice guidelines.
Submission to AEMC National Energy Retail Amendment (advance notice of price changes) rule consultation
On 25 May 2018, AGL made a submission in response to the Australian Energy Market Commission’s (AEMC) National Energy Retail Amendment (advance notice of price changes) rule consultation.
Submission: AEMC Discussion Paper on the Coordination of Generation and Transmission Investment
AGL's recent submission on the AEMC Discussion Paper on the Coordination of Generation and Transmission Investment.
Technical Governance Review: Standards Australia response to final report
AGL's recent submission on the Technical Governance Review - Standards Australia response to final report.
Generation demand: then and now 2009-2018
Discover the significant changes in NEM capacity and demand over the last 10 years and why a renewable generation mix is cheaper in this context.
Submission to Victorian Interim Emissions Targets Independent Expert Panel
Victoria’s Climate Change Act legislated a long-term emissions reduction target for Victoria of net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
Submission: Frequency Control Framework Review
AGL's recent submission on the Frequency Control Framework Review.
Submission to the National Wind Farm Commissioner Review
The Minister for the Environment and Energy, the Hon Josh Frydenberg MP, asked the Climate Change Authority to conduct a special review of the role of the National Wind Farm Commissioner.
Submission in response to the Register of Distributed Energy Resources Rule Change Proposal
The Australian Energy Market Commission (Commission) released a Consultation Paper on a rule change proposal brought forward by the COAG Energy Council.
Submission to New South Wales Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal
AGL's response to NSW Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal.
Submission: Proposed rule change - advanced notification of price variation
On 13 April 2018, AGL made a submission in response to: Proposed rule change - advanced notification of price variation.
Broken Hill Solar Plant viewing platform opens
Timothy’s design not only makes a valuable and lasting contribution to the artistic and cultural landscape of Broken Hill, but also helps to showcase the importance of renewables in the NSW energy mix.
Submission in response to the Safeguard Mechanism Consultation
In February 2018, the Australian Government Department of the Environment and Energy released a consultation paper outlining proposed changes to..
Submission in response to Draft AER Retail Pricing Information Guidelines
On 16 March, AGL made a submission in response the Australian Energy Regulator’s Draft Retail Pricing Information Guidelines.
Submission in response to the Australian Energy Regulator's Draft Performance Reporting Guidelines Amendments
On 19 February, AGL made a submission in response to the Australian Energy Regulator’s Draft Performance Reporting Guidelines Amendments.
Submission to AER issues paper on Benefit Change Notice Guidelines
On 23 March AGL made a submission to the Australian Energy Regulator’s issues paper regarding Benefit Change Notice Guidelines.
Submission in response to Senate Inquiry into the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
On 4 December 2017, the Senate established an Inquiry into the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (Inquiry).
Submission: AEMC’s Review into the scope of economic regulation applied to covered pipelines
AGL's recent submission on the AEMC’s Review into the scope of economic regulation applied to covered pipelines.
Submission: AEMC's Biennial review into liquidity in wholesale gas and pipeline trading markets
AGL's recent submission on the AEMC's Biennial review into liquidity in wholesale gas and pipeline trading markets.
Submission to Senate inquiry into the Clean Energy Finance Corporation Amendment (Carbon Capture and Storage) Bill 2017
On 8 February 2018, the Senate referred the Clean Energy Finance Corporation Amendment (Carbon Capture and Storage) Bill 2017 to the Environment and Communications Legislation Committee for inquiry.
Submission to the Energy Security Board on the National Energy Guarantee Consultation Paper
On 15 February 2018, the Energy Security Board (ESB) released a consultation paper with further principles on the design of the proposed National Energy Guarantee (Guarantee).
Submission to Infrastructure Victoria on automated and zero emission vehicle infrastructure
The Victorian Government requested that Infrastructure Victoria consult with industry and stakeholders, and conduct research and analysis into what infrastructure the state needs to enable automated (self-driving) vehicles and zero emission vehicles.
Submission to ACCC on gas pricing
AGL has made a submission to the ACCC regarding its proposal to publish a netback price for LNG.
Submission: AEMC Interim Report on the Reliability Frameworks Review
AGL's recent submission on the AEMC Interim Report on the Reliability Frameworks Review.
Submission in response to rule change to increase transparency of system restart plans
A large-scale blackout of the power system is called a system black event. These events are extremely rare.
Submission in response to AEMO's Integrated System Plan consultation
The energy industry transformation is gaining momentum at both ends of the energy supply chain; from large-scale generation and transmission to the distribution and consumer level.
AGL Energy Insights
Enabling customers to take control of their energy use is a positive step in the innovation of energy retail.
Submission - ESC Charter of Consultation
AGL supports the review by the ESC of the Charter of Consultation, particularly in light of the significant program of work occurring on energy reform.
Submission to Treasury's Paper Bill Fee RIS
In November 2017, Treasury released a Consultation Regulatory Impact Statement (RIS) on Paper Billing and the associated fees charged to..