21 May 2026
The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) has made its final decision on our five-year gas plan for the period commencing 1 July 2026.
Evoenergy General Manager Economic Regulation, Megan Willcox said the decision acknowledges the ACT’s transition to net zero emissions but does not fully reflect the long-term needs of the community and gas network.
“We are pleased to see the AER’s final decision incorporates the ACT Government’s policy direction and our research into our customer’s transition plans.” Ms Willcox said.
“However, we are concerned the final decision does not reflect our proposed plan, and the community’s support for, a responsible, steady and equitable transition.
“Our proposal was to share the costs among more customers earlier in the transition. This approach sought to avoid leaving a disproportionate cost impact on those least able to electrify.” Ms Willcox said.
What this means for customers
The AER’s final decision will result in average annual increases to the network portion of the overall gas bill (excluding inflation) each year during the 2026–31 period:
- $14 increase per year for small users using 7GJ per annum (e.g. apartments)
- $28 increase per year for typical households using 27GJ per annum
- $97 increase per year for small-medium businesses using 160 GJ per annum.
The decision also has implications for those customers who wish to disconnect from the gas network, as well as those customers in NSW who are looking to connect to the gas network.
“We will continue working with our community, the ACT Government and other stakeholders to support a practical and equitable energy transition for our region,” Ms Willcox said.
The AER’s final decision is available here.