Code amendment omnibus #7

This consultation sought feedback on a range of discrete changes to the Electricity Industry Participation Code (Code). The proposals would:

• make refinements to upcoming retailer requirements relating to undercharging and back-billed amounts
• clarify that ‘generally available retail tariff plans’ include plans that require specific equipment, end-use or load profiles eg, electric vehicle and solar plans
• clarify the application of ‘business days’ and ‘retention periods’ in Part 11A of the Code
• require annual director certification of compliance with automatic under-frequency load shedding obligations
• make two minor technical drafting corrections to the Code.

The proposals respond to operational improvements identified by the Authority and aim to make the Code obligations clearer and easier for participants to apply, while maintain existing consumer protections.

Thanks to all who provided feedback.