The Revenue determination guideline for NSW non-contestable projects sets out how the AER will make revenue determinations for network operators authorised or directed to carry out non-contestable network projects under the NSW Electricity Infrastructure Roadmap.
Our role as a Regulator is to scrutinise the cost of projects in Renewable Energy Zones within NSW that are proposed by the Infrastructure Planner (EnergyCo) and approved by AusEnergy Services Limited as the Consumer Trustee (and occasionally the Minister). We ensure energy consumers pay no more than necessary now and in the future.
In 2024 the NSW Government made changes to the Electricity Infrastructure Investment Regulation 2021 (NSW) (EII Regulation) to provide flexibility in the way NSW Roadmap infrastructure projects are able to be delivered. The changes allow the AER to make revenue determinations for network infrastructure projects that combine both contestable and non-contestable components. We refer to these as hybrid revenue determinations.
The notice of final decision which explains the consultation process, key changes and rationale behind this version of the Guideline can be found at the 2025 Review of revenue determination guideline for NSW non-contestable projects.