More about the PDRS

Peak Reduction Certificates

A PRC is a tradeable certificate. ACPs create PRCs from eligible activities. Scheme participants surrender PRCs. 

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PDRS Rule and changes

The PDRS Rule applies to ACPs and their peak demand reduction activities. It is updated regularly. 

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PDRS legislation

Find out more about the legal framework governing the PDRS. 

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PDRS calculation methods

A calculation method sets out how to calculate the number of PRCs an ACP can create from an activity.

PDRS calculation methods

Peak Saving

Peak Response

Peak Shifting

PDRS Methods

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Offline payments for registering certificates end soon

12 Aug 2025
Offline payments for certificate registrations end soonACPs are reminded that offline payments (direct deposits) will be discontinued for certificate…
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New document linking system on ESS website

4 Aug 2025
It's now easier to find the version of a document you need on our website using our new Document Hubs.Since going live 2 weeks ago, we've continued…
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PDRS Rule change

1 Jul 2025
A new PDRS Rule commenced on 1 July 2025. Changes include: suspending BESS1 (Install a new behind the meter battery energy storage…
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