Improving visibility of significant distributed generation and load projects: clause 2.16 information notice
Consultation
We are seeking feedback on a proposal to collect and publish information on significant load and generation projects wanting to connect to distribution networks.
Making this information publicly and easily available would help ensure the right investment in new generation happens at the right time and in the right place.
It also creates a more complete view of electricity supply and demand, helping inform policy decisions and industry efforts to strengthen security of supply.
In the long term, this supports the delivery of a more reliable electricity system and more affordable prices for consumers.
This consultation follows our July 2025 decision paper on stage one of the ‘Network connections project’. We had initially proposed changes to the Code to collect this information from distributors. As stated in the decision paper, we now consider this information would be better sought under clause 2.16 of the Code. This approach is consistent with how the Authority receives regular information about grid-connected generation and load projects.
An information request under clause 2.16 allows the Authority to issue a notice that requests industry to provide specific information on a regular basis.
Make a submission
Our preference is to receive submissions in Microsoft Word in the format for submission template sent to distribution.feedback@ea.govt.nz with ‘Distributed pipeline consultation’ in the subject line by 5pm, 3 November 2025.
If you cannot send your submission electronically, please contact distribution.feedback@ea.govt.nz or 04 460 8860 to discuss alternative arrangements.
We will publish all submissions. If you consider that we should not publish any part of your submission, please:
- indicate which part should not be published and explain why, and
- provide a version that we can publish (if we agree not to publish your full submission).
All submissions, including any parts that the Authority does not publish, can be requested under the Official Information Act 1982.