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19th December 2017

As we close 2017, we look back at which strata managers, building managers and councils excelled in the energy and sustainability space. We also usher in new rules for embedded networks and examine interest on sinking funds. Macquarie's acquisition of PropertyIQ was the top feature last month.

Ross McIntyre
Strata Energy News Editor
 
Who's Who of Strata Sustainability

Look back at which strata management companies, strata managers, building managers and councils excelled in energy and sustainability.  [More]
New Embedded Network Regulations

AEMC has introduced a new regulatory framework which applies to residential strata sites, effective 1st December.  [More]
Zero Interest on Sinking Funds

Before the change of name to Capital Works Fund has even sunk in, Strata managers are being asked the tough questions by committee members.. [More]
Last Month's Top Feature ...
Macquarie Acquires PropertyIQ

Macquarie acquisition ups the ante as the strata industry land grab heats up. This follows on from their Strata Benchmarking study from 2016. [More]

Things You Need to Know About
Embedded Network Rules
  1. Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) regulation updated
  2. Part of AEMC Power of Choice reform program
  3. Embedded Network Operators (ENO) can continue to sell energy 
  4. Embedded Network Manager (ENM) established as new provider role
  5. Easier for customers to choose alternative energy suppliers
  6. 1st December 2017 start date for new rules
  7. Victoria, NSW and South Australia now in effect
  8. Queensland, Tasmania and ACT expected to follow
  9. Online tool available to determine when an ENM is required here
  10. Information update available on the AEMC website
Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC)

 
In Other News
New Energy Solar wraps up year's third biggest IPO

Financial Review
Renewable energy investor New Energy Solar has raised $205 million at $1.50 a share for its initial public offering via Morgan Stanley and Evans and Partners. 
CEFC targets energy hungry shopping centres, with $200m finance deal

Renew Economy
The Clean Energy Finance Corporation has targeted energy efficiency – or lack there-of – in Australia’s massive retail property market, with a $200 million investment in major fund.
One in Six New Cars in the World Will Be Electric By 2025

Bloomberg Technology
Almost every sixth car sold in the world will be electric by 2025, according to a UBS global autos survey. If things go the way they have in 2017, those cars are more likely to be Tesla than BMW.
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