Options to expand the scope of distribution transformers
A Consultation Regulation Impact Statement (CRIS) has opened for public comment. The CRIS explores options to update the requirements for distribution transformers in Australia and New Zealand. These potential changes could support a range of energy efficiency measures relating to distribution transformers under the Equipment Energy Efficiency (E3) Program. The proposed options will reduce energy losses in the electricity network.
The CRIS has been developed by the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water with support from Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority.
The CRIS discusses:
- expanding the scope of the existing determination
- options to improve energy efficiency, including the stringency of Minimum Energy Performance Standards
- test methods to reflect modern requirements.
The consultation supports updates that aim to reduce energy losses across the distribution network (step up and down voltage converters).
We welcome comments and submissions on the CRIS. The consultation will be open for 8 weeks.
Feedback and submissions will help shape the updated energy efficiency requirements ensuring they are effective and place the minimum burden on industry.
To have your say:
- read the Regulation Impact Statement for Consultation: Distribution Transformers
- submit your feedback by uploading submission via E3 Distribution Transformers Regulation Impact Statement.
The consultation closes 31 January 2025.
Australia
GEMS, Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
GEMSProductReview@dcceew.gov.au
New Zealand
Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority