Two new WDRM trials granted
The AER has granted VIOTAS and Enel X trial waivers from clause 2.3.6(m)(1)(i) of the National Electricity Rules
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The National Electricity Rules (NER) are made under the National Electricity Law (NEL) and govern the operation of the National Electricity Market (NEM). The NER determine how companies can operate and participate in the competitive generation and retail sectors, and also govern the economic regulation of electricity transmission and distribution networks. Among other functions, they provide the regulatory framework and processes for market operations, power system security, network connections and access, pricing for network services in the NEM and national transmission planning. In Victoria, however, the national rules for network connections are modified, with many of the network service provider roles being assigned to the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO).
for a period of up to 5 years. These trials will test participation of sites with multiple connection points in the Wholesale Demand Response Mechanism (WDRM). The waivers allow both VIOTAS and Enel X to trial participation of up to 10 sites each, using existing AEMO baselining and settlement arrangements, to generate evidence on how these sites can operate effectively within the wholesale market.