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Open letter on fibre input methodologies review

  • Updated May 1, 2025

ENA submission to the Commerce Commission about the review of the fibre input methodologies. The submission discusses the current methodologies for the weighted average cost of capital (WACC) and suggests the inclusion of alternative methodologies to improve outcomes for consumers.

Our future is digital

  • Updated July 10, 2025

ENA submission to the Electricity Authority about the promotion of a digitalised electricity system to ensure a secure and reliable electricity supply to consumers. The submission highlights concerns that requirements for consumer engagement in digitalisation may leave some consumers at a disadvantage. It stresses the need for caution in imposing costs on the majority of consumers for the benefit of a minority, urging further qualitative consumer research.

Overseas Investment Amendment Bill

  • Updated February 14, 2025

ENA submission to the Finance and Expenditure Select Committee about the Overseas Investment Amendment Bill. The submission expresses concerns about the proposed 'benefit to New Zealand test', which could add significant time, complexity, and cost to routine land purchases by Electricity Distribution Businesses necessary for expanding or maintaining electricity networks.

Part 4 - May 2021

  • Updated February 11, 2025

ENA submission to the Commerce Commission about ensuring Part 4 of the Commerce Act remains effective as New Zealand transitions to a carbon-neutral economy. The ENA emphasises the importance of innovation, flexibility in regulations, and the need for new cost mechanisms to support the electrification of transport and industry while facilitating significant investments in new technologies.

Part 4 workshop - impact of decarbonisation on electricity lines services

  • Updated February 12, 2025

ENA submission to the Commerce Commission about the need for regulatory reform to enable decarbonisation in the electricity sector. The document discusses the importance of electricity distribution businesses in the decarbonisation process, the need for future-focused expenditure allowances, the overhaul of current incentive schemes and innovation allowances, and the importance of flexible regulatory frameworks to adapt to uncertainty.