Ergon Energy submitted an application for a waiver from clauses 3.1(b) and 4.2.3 of the Ring-fencing Guideline (Electricity distribution).
The AER granted a limited interim waiver to Ergon Energy enabling the MIST Facility to be used in specific circumstances while the AER considers the application in full. We invited energy consumers and other interested parties to make submissions. Submissions on the application close Wednesday 31 January 2024.
In assessing this application, the AER considered that the services provided by the MIST facility are able to contribute to the energy transition and the growth of renewable, distributed generation in line with the NEO. The AER also considered the potential for harm to competition from this waiver to be limited under current circumstances.
On 28 March 2024, the AER granted a waiver to Ergon Energy, to operate the MIST facility. The waiver will expire on 30 June 2030.