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Passing through transmission charges factsheet

  • Updated December 16, 2024

Distributors pass through Transpower's charges to electricity customers through their delivery charges. This factsheet explains the four cost components within transmission charges and the key principles underpinning the pass-through of these costs.

Peak load management

  • Updated February 11, 2025

ENA submission to the Electricity Authority about managing peak loads and improving system security and reliability during winter 2023. The submission focuses on the need for clear incentives for Electricity Distribution Businesses to manage discretionary loads like ripple control to reduce peak demand and facilitate a smoother transition towards a more flexible electricity market.

Planning Bill and Natural Environment Bill

  • Updated February 16, 2026

ENA submission to the Planning Bill and Natural Environment Bill about the need for significant investment in electricity distribution networks to support New Zealand's electrification and the importance of clear regulatory frameworks that do not impede timely infrastructure development.

Potential Distribution System Operation (DSO) models for Aotearoa.

  • Updated May 7, 2025

With the Future Networks Forum, we've commissioned a report that explores potential Distribution System Operation (DSO) models for Aotearoa. It sets out possible paths for how DSO could evolve here and raises the key questions we’ll all need to grapple with as DER (like EV chargers, batteries and solar) continue to take off. The report is intended to be a discussion starter. We’re not claiming to have the answers — but we think these options are a good place to start the kōrero.

Powerco’s default price path transition

  • Updated February 11, 2025

ENA submission to the Commerce Commission about Powerco’s default price path transition, supporting operational cost adjustments and emphasis on smart meter data procurement within operational expenditure allowances. The submission underscores the importance of updating expenditure benchmarks to reflect current operating environments in support of New Zealand's net carbon zero goals.

Price-quality path for Watercare

  • Updated February 5, 2026

ENA submission to the Commerce Commission about concerns regarding the process for implementing price-quality regulation in the water sector. The submission highlights issues with the timing, transparency, and potential precedents set by the proposed approach, as well as challenges in accessing relevant communication updates.