Market Brief

16 December 2014
 

Welcome to Market Brief, the Electricity Authority’s weekly update on regulatory and market developments.

 
 

Contents

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Summary of submissions published—TPM Review: Problem definition relating to interconnection and HVDC assets

 
 
The Authority has published the summary of submissions on the Transmission Pricing Methodology (TPM) Review: problem definition relating to interconnection and HVDC assets working paper. The TPM review is being undertaken to achieve long-term benefits for consumers by facilitating efficient transmission pricing.
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Connection of small-scale distributed generation (SSDG) to a local network

 
 

The process for the connection of distributed generation is set out in Part 6 of the Code. On 23 February 2015, Part 6 will include a new Part 1A to Schedule 6.1 that provides for a simpler process for distributed generators seeking to connect SSDG. 

The Authority has developed a guideline to help distributed generators and distributors to understand and apply the requirements of the revised Part 6 related to SSDG that has a maximum capacity of 10 kW. 

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New exemption granted and gazetted

 
 

The Authority has granted and gazetted a new exemption for Body Corporate Power Limited (No. 222) from complying with the obligation in clause 15.38 of the Code to obtain and maintain certification.

The Gazette notice, including reasons for the approval, is available on the exemptions page of the Authority’s website. The exemption came into force on 12 December 2014.

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Retail Advisory Group papers 

 
 

Papers from the 9 December 2014 meeting of the Retail Advisory Group have been published.

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Season’s Greetings from the Electricity Authority 

 
 



Due to the holiday season, the Authority office will close at noon on Wednesday 24 December 2014 and will reopen on Monday 5 January 2015. 

Market Brief will return on 20 January 2015.

Finally, the Board and staff of the Authority would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who have participated in the Authority’s work in many valuable and different ways during the year. We wish all our stakeholders an enjoyable, relaxing and safe Christmas and we look forward to continuing our working relationships with you in 2015.

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Current consultations

 
 

Hedge market development: Wholesale Advisory Group discussion paper 

The Authority is consulting on the Hedge market development: Wholesale Advisory Group discussion paper.

Started: 11/11/2014; Ending: 19/12/2014 5pm

Liability limits for the extended reserve manager

The Authority is consulting on liability limits for the extended reserve manager.

Started: 25/11/2014; Ending: 19/12/2014 5pm

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