The ENA submission to Transpower about the HVDC link upgrade programme highlights our support for Transpower’s preferred option (option 3) for the replacement and upgrade of the HVDC cables. ENA has no additional information or considerations to share but is open to further discussion.

ENA submission to the Commerce Commission about the proposed amendments to thresholds for related party transactions in electricity distribution. We support increasing the threshold from $20 million to $30 million due to inflation and recommend an annual CPI adjustment be included to prevent future discrepancies.

ENA submission to the Commerce Commission about reviewing the Information Disclosures (ID) for electricity distribution businesses (EDBs). The submission emphasises the need for updates in light of decarbonisation efforts and the regulatory changes that will impact EDBs' operations, advocating for a balanced approach that ensures consumer protection while fostering innovation and investment.

ENA submission to the Commerce Commission on the proposed amendment to input methodologies (IMs) for electricity distribution businesses regarding shifted revenue. ENA supports the amendment which ensures neutrality of revenue recovery by reconciling under- or over-recovery when moving into a customised price path (CPP).

ENA submission to the Commerce Commission about proposed amendments to input methodologies for electricity distribution businesses and Transpower. The submission discusses issues related to the reopener event allowance, connection pricing, and quality path amendments, emphasizing the need for clarity and alignment with ongoing projects by the Electricity Authority.

ENA submission to the Electricity Authority about improving the visibility of significant distributed generation and load projects. The submission focuses on ensuring new obligations on electricity distribution businesses are practical, avoid unnecessary duplication, and are introduced in a consistent, phased manner to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

ENA submission to the Commerce Commission about the implementation design of the DPP4 innovation and non-traditional solutions allowance (INTSA). The submission emphasises the necessity for clear, efficient processes that do not hinder electric distribution businesses from innovating. It has a focus on incentivising collaboration and ensuring that all regulatory processes provide net benefits to consumers.