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Improving the information gathering framework

Enhancing the framework in the Code for information gathering.

  • Code
  • Compliance

    • Overview

    We have consulted on a proposal to make permanent the urgent Code amendment to System Operator’s information gathering powers.

    On 14 March 2025, the Authority made an urgent Code amendment to improve the System Operator’s information gathering powers.

    The System Operator has used the information gathering powers to collect thermal fuel information from generators to create its monthly electricity risk curves and simulated storage trajectory analysis.

    Across August and September 2025, we sought feedback on a proposal to make the urgent Code amendment permanent so that industry has access to the right information ahead of winter to keep consumers’ electricity supply secure. View consultation

    Thanks to all those who engaged with this consultation. We are carefully considering your submissions to inform our next steps.

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    Project background

    The New Zealand electricity market is changing fast. This puts increased emphasis on us to be well-informed to effectively perform our statutory functions.

    The Authority's Board approved an amendment to Part 2 of the Code to enable us to publish notices requiring industry participants to submit specific information to us.

    On 1 August 2022 the Regular and Event-Driven Provision of Information to the Authority Code amendment came into force. This amendment delivers greater durability of market arrangements, better and more informed Code development and a streamlined approach to the mandatory regular provision of information to the Electricity Authority.

    This will make it easier for industry participants to provide ongoing information to us and for us to engage with participants over requirements for the ongoing provision of information.

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