ENA submission to the Commerce Commission about the Input Methodologies (IM) review draft decisions framework paper. The ENA stresses the need for clear policy intent and seeks assurances on regulatory stability to support investment confidence in New Zealand's electricity distribution networks.

ENA submission to the Environment Committee regarding the inquiry into climate adaptation emphasises the need for legislative and regulatory changes to improve electricity infrastructure resilience against climate events like Cyclone Gabrielle. The submission advocates for the review of existing laws to facilitate the transition to alternative energy sources and better align infrastructure retreat with community adaptation needs.

ENA submission to the Environment Select Committee about the Natural and Built Environments Bill highlights the critical role of electricity distribution networks in enabling New Zealand's transition to a low-carbon economy. The submission emphasises the need for planning legislation to adequately support the infrastructure necessary for both decarbonisation and housing development, while advocating for equitable treatment and clear definitions within the National Planning Framework.

ENA submission to the Governance and Administration Committee about the Emergency Management Bill focusing on sections 57 and 58. The submission outlines concerns regarding the imposition of new duties on electricity distribution businesses that may not significantly improve infrastructure resilience but could place unnecessary burdens on them.

As a collective of businesses, industry associations and consumer representatives, we write a joint letter to the Commerce Commission as part of the consultation process for the Fibre IM Review issues paper – tranche 1. We express our shared concern about price volatility and step changes that have occurred at the start of recent regulatory periods under Part 4 (electricity distribution and transmission, gas and airports) of the Commerce Act.