Ensuring safe and reliable energy networks

Compliance and enforcement of the rules related to the development and operation of energy networks is how we build trust and confidence in Australia’s energy system.

Our compliance and enforcement team works to ensure that network participants are following what is required to comply with national energy laws and the rules as set by the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC).

Our Compliance and Enforcement Policy sets out our strategy and commitment to the principles of transparency and accountability in carrying out our compliance and enforcement work.

Our guidelines set out what we require from networks to comply with market rules and exemptions.

When taking enforcement action, we seek to stop unlawful conduct, penalise offenders when warranted and ensure future compliance with the law. Each case is assessed on its own merits, taking into account all the relevant facts and circumstances of the matter.

Compliance and enforcement activity in network transmission and distribution

Annual compliance and enforcement report 2023–24

The AER's annual compliance and enforcement report for 2023–24 details some of the significant compliance and enforcement actions undertaken during the period.
Type
Compliance reports
Sector
Electricity
Gas

Evoenergy: enforceable undertaking regarding ring-fencing obligations

The AER has accepted a court enforceable undertaking offered by Icon Distribution Investments Limited and Jemena Networks (ACT) Pty Ltd (together Evoenergy).
Type
Compliance reports
Sector
Electricity

Assessment of Customer Service Incentive Scheme 2022–23

The AER is responsible for assessing the annual Customer Service Incentive Scheme (CSIS) performance of the electricity Distribution Network Service Providers (DNSPs).
Type
Compliance reports
Sector
Electricity

AER Compliance and enforcement update July to December 2023

Our report on compliance and enforcement activities from 1 July to 31 December 2023.
Type
Compliance reports
Sector
Electricity
Gas

AER response to MCHPA regarding VNI West RIT-T

A letter from the AER to MCHPA on AEMO Victoria Planning and Transgrid's VNI West RIT-T.
Type
Compliance reports
Sector
Electricity

TasNetworks - Annual Ring-fencing Compliance Report 2022

TasNetworks - Annual Ring-fencing Compliance Report 2022
Type
Compliance reports
Sector
Electricity