The Department for Energy and Mining is consulting on the proposal to discontinue the requirements for controlled load profiles and sample meters in South Australia.
Currently, the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) is required to prepare controlled load profiles using data sourced from sample meters maintained by SA Power Networks. The need for controlled load profiles is diminishing as more and more premises are equipped with smart meters. At the same time, maintaining sample meters is becoming increasingly difficult for SA Power Networks.
Under the proposed changes, South Australia would seek amendment of AEMO’s Metrology Procedure to:
- remove the requirement for AEMO to prepare controlled load profiles (CLPs) for South Australia
- remove the obligation on SA Power Networks to maintain the sample meters.
Amending South Australia’s requirements in the Metrology Procedure requires the agreement of the Energy and Climate Ministerial Council and consultation by AEMO.
If the proposal is supported, the intent is for the changes to be made and take effect by 1 July 2025, when SA Power Networks’ next regulatory period commences. This is also the date when the proposed acceleration of smart metering rule change is expected to commence.
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Closing date for submissions
Written submissions can be provided by email to dem.consultation@sa.gov.au with the subject line 'SA controlled load profiles'.
Submissions should be made by 5:00 pm on 21 August 2024.
