Compliance Consulting

Understanding your compliance obligations

EnergyTec’s unique combination of compliance expertise, data accuracy, and industry advocacy – positions us as a trusted partner in navigating the evolving regulatory landscape. Whether you need support with Global Emissions reporting, Embedded Network Code of Practice (ENCOP) or National Australian Built Environment Rating System (NABERS), we provide the guidance and technical knowledge necessary to meet compliance requirements and improve your building’s sustainability performance.

What is the Proposed Embedded Network Code of Practice (ENCOP)?

The Embedded Network Code of Practice is a proposal under the recently approved Alternative Electricity Services (AES) regulatory framework. Its objective is to define standards of conduct in the supply of electricity and related services to Customers by an Embedded Network Seller (ENS).

What is defined as an Embedded Network?

The code defines an Embedded Network as a distribution system that is located on a property and supplies Electricity to at least one Customer. Embedded networks are commonly found in apartment buildings, shopping centres, and retirement villages, where electricity is supplied to multiple tenants via a single connection point to the broader electricity grid.

Key Elements of ENCOP:

1. Consumer Protections:

The Code aims to ensure that consumers within embedded networks receive similar protections as those connected directly to the main electricity grid. This includes fair pricing, transparency, and dispute resolution mechanisms.

2. Pricing Transparency:

Embedded network operators would be required to provide clear information about pricing structures and any fees. This is designed to protect consumers from hidden or unfair charges.

3. Access to Competitive Retailers:

One of the goals is to give consumers within embedded networks the ability to switch to competitive electricity retailers if they wish. In some cases, customers within these networks have been “locked in” to services provided only by the embedded network operator.

4. Network Management Standards:

The Code also establishes technical and operational standards that embedded network operators must adhere to, ensuring safe and reliable supply of electricity eg. for those requiring ventilators and/or life support systems and those facing domestic violence.

5. ESG and Reporting Requirements:

For businesses and operators, the Code may include reporting obligations related to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors. This could tie into sustainability goals or broader public commitments on energy usage and efficiency.

Changes to Global Emissions Reporting and ESG Compliance

There is a growing global expectation for businesses to operate with transparency around sustainability and ethical practices. This has led to the development of international Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) reporting frameworks, placing greater emphasis on emissions transparency and data accuracy.

In Australia, the government has introduced mandatory sustainability reporting for entities that fall under Chapter 2M of the Corporations Act. These new obligations are being phased in from 1 January 2025, and apply based on a range of financial and operational thresholds—including National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting (NGER) metrics.

While property owners and managers may not be directly affected in the immediate term, many commercial tenants will be, particularly large corporates and national brands. As a result, there is increasing demand for reliable emissions data from landlords to support their statutory ESG reporting.

This shift presents a valuable opportunity for property stakeholders to move beyond basic utility billing and offer emissions reporting as an additional service, strengthening tenant relationships and future-proofing compliance capability.

At EnergyTec, we’re investing in the tools to support this. Our client portal Pharos is the first step in transforming traditional PDF reports into a dynamic, graphical platform. As the portal evolves, it will provide more detailed consumption insights and emissions visibility, powered by accurate submetering and metering infrastructure across sites.

We’re committed to helping clients stay ahead of regulatory change, and to delivering reporting that adds value for both owners and tenants.

What is NABERS?

The National Australian Built Environment Rating System (NABERS) offers an upfront, reliable, and standardised way to measure and compare the sustainability performance of buildings across various sectors such as hotels, shopping centres, apartments, offices, and data centres. A NABERS rating enables building owners and operators to measure, understand, and communicate their building’s environmental impact, helping to identify areas for cost savings and potential improvements in energy and water usage.

How can EnergyTec assist?

EnergyTec plays a crucial role in supporting NABERS assessments. With former and current NABERS assessors on our team, EnergyTec provides key expertise in energy and water data collection.

As a strong advocate for the accurate capture and reconciliation of energy and water usage, EnergyTec ensures that NABERS ratings are based on precise, reliable data. This commitment to accuracy not only aids in sustainability benchmarking but also helps clients optimise their environmental performance, potentially lowering operational costs and improving sustainability outcomes.

Through our data expertise and advocacy for high-quality assessments, EnergyTec contributes significantly to enhancing the credibility and reliability of NABERS ratings for buildings.

Why Choose EnergyTec?

EnergyTec’s unique combination of compliance expertise, data accuracy, and industry advocacy positions us as a trusted partner in navigating the evolving regulatory landscape. Whether you need support with ENCOP or NABERS, we provide the guidance and technical knowledge necessary to meet compliance requirements and improve your building’s sustainability performance.

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