At least half a million Australians served by private electricity networks that prevent them seeking better deal
The Consumer Action Law Centre chief executive, Gerard Brody – who sat on the independent expert panel that recommended the networks be scrapped – said he hoped Victoria could set a model for other states and territories.
In embedded networks, electrical wiring is arranged to allow owners to sell energy back to tenants by bulk-buying supply from a retailer or generating energy onsite.Regulator and often fall outside the remit of energy consumer law.“It removes consumer choice and customer protections and it allowed that industry to develop and gain strength which is why I think it’s taken so long to overturn,” he said.
The ban will take effect in January and allow limited exemptions for buildings that run on 100% renewable energy. Existing networks will be reformed to ensure households can access more competitive deals.
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