ENA submission to the Commerce Commission about the proposed Input Methodologies (IM) cost of debt wash-up mechanism. The submission critiques the Commission's revenue adjustment model and supports the Competition Economists Group's (CEG) recommendation for a Blended CPI approach, highlighting the potential economic costs and dislocation if a revenue wash-up is pursued.

This report was commissioned by ENA and undertaken by BECA. It looks at the rising costs of Temporary Traffic Management (TTM) for lines companies in New Zealand. The data highlights that, on average, the costs of temporary traffic management per day has increased around 208% from 2019 to 2024.

ENA submission to the Commerce Commission about proposed amendments to input methodologies for electricity distribution and related businesses. The focus is on addressing challenges with the current treatment of insurance and compensatory entitlements to ensure consistent, effective, and transparent regulatory processes.

ENA submission to the Electricity Authority about the proposed amendments to connection pricing and processes. The submission highlights concerns over inconsistencies in both these areas and suggests alternative approaches that prioritise industry collaboration and evidence-based policymaking.

ENA cross submission to the Commerce Commission about the Related Party Transactions Input Methodologies (IM) review. The ENA expresses general support for the Commission’s approach while voicing concerns over suggestions from ERANZ regarding immediate ring fencing and calls for maintaining the flexibility required to adapt to technological and market developments.

ENA submission to the Commerce Commission about concerns with the draft decision on Aurora's Customised Price-Quality Path (CPP). The submission emphasises issues with reliance on Strata's benchmarking process, recovery risks associated with revenue caps, and the importance of Consumer Price Index (CPI) in revenue modelilng.

ENA cross-submission to the Electricity Authority about the Distributed Generation Pricing Principles (DGPPs). The submission supports a comprehensive review of DGPPs to clarify areas of disagreement and address perceived inconsistencies in the regulatory framework.

ENA cross submission to the Energy Competition Task Force about the initiative requiring distributors to pay a rebate when consumers supply electricity at peak times. The submission expresses support for the intent of increasing security of supply and reducing consumer costs through more small-scale solar and battery support but raises concerns about practical implementation, evidence base, and distribution-level impacts.

ENA submission to the Commerce Commission about the proposed amendments to the information disclosure requirements for electricity distribution businesses. The ENA emphasises the need for a revised disclosure schedule to accurately reflect IRIS incentive mechanisms and to address concerns regarding annual year-end disclosures.