View licences for electricity and gas distributors, retailers and transmission services, and Victorian electricity generators. You can also view information on who is exempt from electricity licensing and how to apply for an exemption, or a waiver to trial an innovative product or service.
Electricity and gas licences, exemptions and trial waivers
We review and make decisions on applications for electricity and gas licences. We can also vary or revoke licences.
Some people or businesses who sell or supply electricity are exempt from our electricity licensing requirements. These people may need to register their exemption with us.
Some people or businesses who distribute gas within embedded networks may be exempt from gas licensing requirements. These people may need to report their activities to us.
Regulatory sandboxing allows eligible businesses to trial an innovative product or service in Victoria with a temporary waiver from existing rules for a time-limited period.
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The commission’s energy market reporting is now available in one central hub on our website, making it easier to access the information you need.
Anyone supplying or selling electricity in Victoria must hold an electricity licence granted by us, or be exempt from that requirement. Learn about how to register with us for an exemption.
Follow these steps if you are applying for an electricity or gas licence.
Regulatory sandboxing allows eligible businesses to trial an innovative product or service in Victoria with a temporary waiver from existing rules for a time-limited period.