Commercial & Industrial CER is a win-win for businesses, governments and consumers. Yet, current renewable energy schemes exclude mid-scale C&I projects – too big for small-scale rebates, too small for large-scale incentives – leaving vast potential untapped.
Despite more than 28 GW of rooftop solar potential, only 5 GW is installed today, with a forecast 15.4 GW by 2035.
This slow uptake is primarily due to policy gaps, outdated tariff structures and complex grid connection processes. However, if Australia delivers on the potential capacity however, it will cut the need for major transmission upgrades and unlock a faster transition.
In this report, Nexa Advisory comprehensively addresses the critical issues required to achieve the full value of C&I CER and ensure a level playing field for all market participants. This includes:
- tariff reform that rewards flexibility and controllable load;
- transparency from Distribution Network Service Provider (DNSP) to simplify and de-risk grid connections; and
- strict enforcement of ring-fencing arrangements to uphold competition in the delivery of CER.
By closing regulatory gaps, modernising tariffs for business customers and enabling genuine demand flexibility, Australia can unlock billions in system savings, accelerate renewable integration and support industrial competitiveness. Crucially, it would also unlock significant private investment and innovation1, reducing reliance on taxpayer subsidies.
Read our full report here: Nexa Advisory report_Commercial and Industrial CER