On 7 July 2010, The International Confederation of Energy Regulators (ICER) publicly released its first report to G8 ministers on energy efficiency.
The ICER was established at the fourth World Forum on Energy Regulation in Athens in October 2009. One of its first resolutions was to provide governments with a global overview of energy efficiency measures and policies now in place.
Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) Chief Executive, Mr Steven Graham, represents the Australian jurisdiction in the ICER.
The special ICER report on energy efficiency brings together information from various jurisdictions, including Australia, on regulatory practices, market-based initiatives and information to consumers with regard to the promotion of energy efficiency.
The ICER provides a framework for interaction and cooperation of energy regulators on issues that affect energy markets on a global scale. The ICER's mission is to:
- raise the profile and public awareness of the work of national energy regulators in monitoring electricity and gas markets, and safeguarding consumer interests;
- provide an open platform for energy regulators to pursue joint values and goals;
- reconcile market mechanisms with public service objectives; and
- provide a significant contribution towards a sustainable planet.
The ICER press release can be found here.
The report and its executive summary can be found via the following links
ICER Energy Efficiency Report 21 June 2010
ICER Energy Efficiency Report 21 June 2010 Executive Summary
To learm about ICER and its members, visit www.icer-regulators.net