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Improving the information gathering framework

Enhancing the framework in the Code for information gathering.

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    • Overview

    We have decided to make permanent the urgent Code amendment changes to the System Operator’s information gathering powers, effective 1 December 2025.

    This enables the System Operator to collect data from generators to produce monthly electricity risk curves and storage trajectory analyses. These tools help the industry prepare for potential shortages and keep the lights on for consumers.

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    Project background

    The New Zealand electricity market is changing fast. This puts increased emphasis on us to be well-informed to effectively perform our statutory functions.

    The Authority's Board approved an amendment to Part 2 of the Code to enable us to publish notices requiring industry participants to submit specific information to us.

    On 1 August 2022 the Regular and Event-Driven Provision of Information to the Authority Code amendment came into force. This amendment delivers greater durability of market arrangements, better and more informed Code development and a streamlined approach to the mandatory regular provision of information to the Electricity Authority.

    This will make it easier for industry participants to provide ongoing information to us and for us to engage with participants over requirements for the ongoing provision of information.

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