NSW DCCEEW has released a new PDRS Rule, set to take effect from 1 July 2025. The updated rule introduces significant changes to battery-related activities under the scheme. 

Under the new rule: 

  • Installing a new behind-the-meter battery energy storage system (BESS1) will be suspended.
  • Onboarding a behind-the-meter battery with a Demand Response Aggregator (BESS2) will see increased incentives and revised participation requirements. 

To help stakeholders understand and comply with the changes, IPART has published a Quick Reference Guide and updated the PDRS Method Guide. Additional resources, including updated webpages and documents, will be released shortly. 

For full details and to access the new rule, visit the NSW Climate and Energy Action website.