The NETCC is a voluntary code of conduct designed to help protect Australian consumers buying 'new energy tech', such as solar power systems, battery storage and EV chargers.
What are the fire codes for battery energy storage systems?
The model fire codes outline essential safety requirements for both safeguarding Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and ensuring the protection of individuals. It is strongly advised to include the items listed in the Battery Safety Requirements table (Fig 3) in your Hazardous Mitigation Plan (HMP) for the battery system.
The New Energy Tech Consumer Code (NETCC) standards have been designed by peak industry and consumer bodies to protect consumers' interests and increase consumer confidence when purchasing new energy tech. View the full NETCC We are proposing changes to the NETCC to make requirements clearer. Share your feedback here
What is energy code reform?
Energy code reform aims to ensure that the codes can respond to the significantly changing sector, enabling change to be delivered more efficiently and effectively in the interests of consumers, and to support the transition to net zero. The reforms aim to create a framework that:
Additionally, it aims to assist consumers in navigating the growing range of new energy tech products and services. The code is seen as a key tool in supporting consumers as they adopt new energy technologies within the framework of a renewable energy future. Choosing a solar retailer is just as important as choosing the system you want to install.
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