The E3 Program
The E3 Program is managed by the GEMS Regulator in conjunction with the Energy Efficiency Advisory Team (EEAT). Industry and consumer groups participate through the E3 Review Committee and the Air-Conditioner and Commercial Refrigeration Advisory Committee, ACRAC
The GEMS Regulator
The GEMS Regulator is based in the Australian Government’s Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources and is responsible for administering the GEMS Act, maintaining the GEMS register, and monitoring and enforcing compliance with the Act.
Performance of the GEMS Regulator is evaluated through the GEMS Regulator Performance Framework and the Service Charter.
GEMS Regulator Performance Framework 2015-16 Self-Assessment
Administering the E3 Program
The program is administered by the Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources with continued input from state and territory governments and the New Zealand Government (through the Energy Efficiency Conservation Authority).
The Operation of the E3 Program document provides an overview of our history, objectives and governance. Further, it outlines how we prioritise products for inclusion in the program and how policy is developed and implemented.
The Energy Efficiency Advisory Team (EEAT)
The E3 Program is overseen by the Energy Efficiency Advisory Team (EEAT), made up of representatives of Australian, New Zealand, state and territory governments who are signatories to the Inter-Governmental Agreement. The EEAT recommends actions through the Senior Committee of Officials to the Commonwealth of Australian Governments (COAG) Energy Council for decisions.
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Australia |
Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources |
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New Zealand |
Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority |
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New South Wales |
NSW Department of Industry |
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Victoria |
Energy Safe Victoria |
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Queensland |
Department of Energy and Water Supply |
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Western Australia |
Department of Finance Public Utilities Office |
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South Australia |
Department of State Development |
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Tasmania |
Tasmanian Climate Change Office |
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Australian Capital Territory |
ACT Planning and Land |
The E3 Review Committee
The E3 Review Committee is a formal advisory group that consults with the E3 Program on issues that affect industry and consumers.
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The Australian Industry Group (AIG) |
Energy Efficiency Council |
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Australian Information Industry Association (AIIA) |
Energy Networks Association |
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Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturers Association of Australia (AREMA) |
Fan Manufacturers Association of Australia and New Zealand (FMAANZ) |
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Alternative Technology Association |
Gas Appliance Manufacturers Association of Australia (GAMAA) |
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Brotherhood of St Lawrence |
Good Shepherd Microfinance |
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Consumer Action Law Centre |
Lighting Council Australia (LCA) |
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Consumer Utilities Advocacy Centre |
Manufacturing Australia |
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Clean Energy Council (CEC) |
National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA) |
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Consumer Electronics Suppliers Association (CESA) |
Standards Australia |
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Choice |
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ACRAC
The Air-Conditioner and Commercial Refrigeration Advisory Committee (ACRAC) functions in an advisory capacity on air conditioner and commercial refrigeration energy efficiency programs. It is not a decision making authority but rather representatives from key stakeholder interests whose role is to inform E3 of their views on any aspect of the regulatory process or proposals.
ACRAC Meeting Minutes
- Meeting 12 - Sydney, 12 November 2015
- Meeting 11 - Canberra, 14 May 2015
- Meeting 10 - Teleconference, 28 November 2014