Matter under consultation
In accordance with NER clause 4.4.2A, AEMO has engaged in consultation and subsequently revised the Primary Frequency Response Requirements (PFRR), most recently in June 2024, PFRR. NER Clause 4.4.2(c1) sets out the responsibilities of Scheduled and Semi-Scheduled Generators regarding the operation of their generating systems in alignment with the PFRR. Industry experience regarding the implementation of PFRR indicates that certain semi-scheduled plant have not successfully demonstrated PFRR performance as stipulated in 4.4.2(c1). The publication of this draft report commences AEMO’s expediated consultation under NER 4.4.2A(a), on proposed Primary Frequency Response Test Guidelines for Semi-Scheduled Plant, in accordance with the process outlined in NER 8.9.3.
The consultation process
The consultation process is outlined below. Dates are indicative only and subject to change.
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Consultation steps |
Dates |
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Draft report published |
2 July 2025 |
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Procedure change request deadline |
16 July 2025
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Submissions due on draft report |
13 August 2025 |
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Final report published |
24 September 2025 |
AEMO requests feedback on this draft document to operationsstakeholders@aemo.com.au by 5pm AEDT on 13 August 2025.