Energy and water justice

Because everyone should have affordable, sustainable and reliable energy and water.
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Energy and water justice priorities

We work to accelerate the transition to a net zero-carbon energy system that is fair, affordable and dependable for everyone. We drive change to regulation and policy to ensure the energy system works for people and improve consumer protections, particularly for households experiencing disadvantage. 

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Water

Ensuring affordable and sustainable water services

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Energy

Making energy fairer, cleaner and more affordable

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A just transition

Accelerating the shift to net-zero without leaving people behind

News and resources

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Reforms to embedded networks are a big step forward, but fundamental issues remain.
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Senior Energy Advisor Craig Memery highlighted transparency issues with the export costs of household solar but said focus should be on the bigger issues.
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Our Energy and Water Justice team is working to ensure our energy system transition is fast, just and focussed on solutions that work for people.
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The JEC made a submission to EnergyCo’s consultation on the New England Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) access scheme.  We provided input at the level of principles only. We proposed firstly
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The JEC made a submission to the NEM Wholesale Market Settings Review draft report. We support the proposed maintenance of an energy only market, but argued that the panel’s division
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The Justice and Equity Centre led a joint submission with Consumer Action Law Centre, Combined Pensioners & Superannuants Association, Council on the Ageing, Energetic Communities Association, Physical Disability Council of NSW

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