AEMC says a draft determination on rules governing 100% smart meter uptake will be published within weeks following a decision to fast-track the process.
Universal smart meter rules put on fast-track in race to harness consumer resources
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Solar tax could trigger a mass exodus from the grid, new survey says
Survey finds solar households overwhelmingly oppose the AEMC’s proposed rooftop solar tax, but how many would rather quit the grid than pay to export their power?
Date set for new solar inverter standards, with tighter controls to follow
Australian Energy Market Commission names date new technical standards for inverters will come into play, signals more changes to come.
Grid reform “urgent” as rule-maker catches up with solar, batteries and EVs
AEMC unveils blueprint for “future energy grid” embracing rooftop solar, household batteries and electric vehicles, although its call for urgency rankles with those that see the rule-maker as a stumbling block in the past.
AEMC paves way for stand alone systems to replace poles and wires
Landmark ruling means networks can now take thousands of consumers off grid with solar and battery stand alone systems, delivering huge savings for all.
Credit where it's due: How distributed energy could save $1bn on grid costs
As the industry awaits the regulator’s decision on a proposed NEM rule change that would give “local network credits” to distributed energy generators, a major Australian study has found such a measure could save $1.2bn on avoided network infrastructure costs.
