Overview
In the annual benchmarking reports we (the AER) examine the relative efficiency of the distribution and transmission electricity network service providers. In doing this we consider the characteristics of each network business, and how their productivity compares at the aggregate level and for the outputs they deliver to consumers. We developed the report using publically available data that we collected after an extensive consultation process that aligned with the development of our Expenditure Forecast Assessment Guideline.
Enquiries about these reports should be directed to the AER at AERInquiry@aer.gov.au, or call on 1300 585 165.
Updates
On 11 October 2019 we published a data-only update to the 2018 annual benchmarking results for distribution service providers. This update reflects corrections to operating expenditure data for the 2017 year (AusNet Services, CitiPower, Powercor and United Energy) and the 2016 year (AusNet Services only).
Please note: due to the identification of an error during the preparation of the 2020 Annual Benchmarking Report, the productivity index number results in annual benchmarking reports preceding the 2020 Report are not accurate. This error does not impact the econometric opex cost function models or the partial performance indicators. Please see the 2020 Annual Benchmarking Report for corrected results and for more information on the error which relates to the non-reliability output weights.
Key documents
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2018 Annual Benchmarking Report Data Update - 8 October 2019 ( ZIP 353.61 KB ) | Economic Insights Pty Ltd |
AER 2018 distribution network service provider benchmarking report ( PDF 2.73 MB ) | AER |
AER 2018 transmission network service provider benchmarking report ( PDF 1.57 MB ) | AER |
Economic Insights Report DNSPs - Economic Benchmarking Results for the AER - 9 November 2018 ( PDF 1.9 MB ) | Economic Insights Pty Ltd |
Economic Insights Report TNSPs - Economic Benchmarking Results for the AER - 16 August 2018 ( PDF 788.61 KB ) | Economic Insights Pty Ltd |