Electricity prices
Alternative labels
Power prices
Report
Reporting on drivers of change in transmission frameworks: final stage one report
This Australian Energy Market Commission resource reports on drivers that impact new investment in generation and electricity transmission networks. It recommends that the review progress to a second stage.
Policy report
Saving mega bucks with negawatts: a fast way to secure Australia’s electricity supply before next summer
This report outlines some demand-side solutions that use energy more wisely, which could potentially secure hundreds of megawatts of electricity supply.
Report
National Energy Emissions Audit – electricity update July 2017
This report, by renowned energy analyst Dr Hugh Saddler, reveals a stunning correlation between domestic electricity prices and gas prices, despite gas making up only 10% of electricity generation.
Report
Demand management incentives review: creating a level playing field for network demand mangement in the National Electricity Market
This study, commissioned by the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA), has found that a move towards smarter electricity network regulation would improve reliability, reduce emissions and cut power bills for energy users.
Fact sheet
Addressing Australia's worsening energy deprivation - policy guide note
This resource suggests that there are a wide range of financial and non-financial barriers limiting the ability of lower income households to address energy deprivation.