AEIC publications

This page provides information and insights from the AEIC's work with communities, landholders, industry and governments to support Australia's energy transition. It includes publications that highlight key issues, experiences and recommendations relating to energy infrastructure projects across the country.

2025 Annual Report - 11 May 2026
2024 Annual Report - 23 July 2025
2023 Annual Report - 4 July 2024
2022 Annual Report - 31 March 2023
2021 Annual Report - 31 March 2022
2020 Annual Report - 31 March 2021
2019 Annual Report - 31 March 2020
2018 Annual Report - 31 March 2019
2017 Annual Report - 31 March 2018
2016 Annual Report - 31 March 2017
AEIC report to ECMC - Meeting 10
June 2026
An update to the Energy and Climate Change Ministerial Council (ECMC) on issues raised by communities, industry, and government during Australia's energy transition.
The report highlights the challenges and opportunities involved in delivering a smoother and fairer energy transition for Australia. It includes:
- highlights key trends from complaints and enquiries received during 2025
- the AEIC's priorities for 2026
- updates on engagement, decommissioning, public liability insurance, and the Developer Rating Scheme.
Opening Statement to Senate Estimates Environment and Communications Legislation Committee
23 May 2023
A statement about the AEIC’s recent work and key priorities. It also covers new issues raised by communities about energy projects. It includes updates on complaints, community engagement, and oversight work.

Opening Statement to Senate Estimates Environment and Communications Legislation Committee
7 November 2022
A statement that summarises up the AEIC’s work. It covers talks with landholders and communities. It shares key concerns and progress on fixing issues linked to energy projects.

Opening Statement to Senate Estimates Environment and Communications Legislation Committee
25 May 2021
A statement that explains the AEIC’s role. It covers recent work with communities. It shares common themes from feedback. This includes impacts of renewable energy projects and complaint trends.

Opening Statement to Senate Estimates Environment and Communications Legislation Committee
20 October 2020
A statement that explains the AEIC’s role and responsibilities. It covers early work and first steps. It shares early insights from talks with communities and stakeholders about energy projects.

Opening Statement to Senate Estimates Environment and Communications Legislation Committee
April 2019
A statement that introduces the AEIC’s role and what it does. It focuses on setting up the office. It also covers early work with communities affected by energy projects.
Public Liability Insurance for Landholders Neighbouring Energy Infrastructure
December 2025
A statement about public liability insurance for landholders near energy projects. It explains how the system should work. The aim is to ensure there are no unfair costs and reduce uncertainty for farmers and rural property owners.

Treatment of renewable energy assets at end of life – protection for landholders
October 2025
A statement about what happens to renewable energy assets at the end of their life. It covers decommissioning, site repair, and who is responsible. The aim is to help landholders and communities understand their risks and obligations.
AEIC 2025 Annual Report: Key Insights
May 2026
The Australian Energy Infrastructure Commissioner shared insights from the 2025 Annual Report. The report reflects his first full year in the role.
The session highlighted the AEIC’s role in Australia’s renewable energy transition. It covered community engagement, transparency, and stakeholder perspectives. It also outlined the work being done by the AEIC to support communities and industry.
The AEIC’s 2025 Annual Report is available at: 2025 Annual Report
Wind farm noise limits and criteria
July 2026
This fact sheet explains the noise limits that apply to wind farms across Australia and how compliance is assessed. It also provides clear information about wind turbine noise and addresses common community concerns.

Wind Energy Facility Shadow flicker
May 2026
This fact sheet explains what shadow flicker is and how it is managed around wind farms. It outlines how shadow flicker is assessed, regulated and reduced to minimise impacts on nearby communities.

Australia’s energy shift – explainer
May 2026
The Australian Energy Infrastructure Commissioner (AEIC) and the Net Zero Economy Authority (NZEA) have published this short explainer to provide our clear answers to some common “why / what / how” questions we receive about Australia’s energy shift.
AEIC submission to NSW Transmission Planning Review
2025
A submission about transmission planning in NSW. It says engagement should start early. It calls for clear communication. It also says community concerns need to be addressed.

AEIC submission to the Productivity Commission’s 5 Pillars Inquiry
2025
A submission about working with communities on big projects. It says people should be listened to. It also says community impacts should be considered, not just rules and costs.

AEIC submission to A Fresh Start for Queensland: Communities and Energy
3 June 2025
A submission about how energy projects work with communities in Queensland. It shares lessons from community feedback. It says trust and clear information are important.

AEIC submission to the Victorian Energy Safety Review consultation paper
10 June 2025
A submission about energy safety in Victoria. It shares concerns from communities. It says clear steps, accountability, and good communication about risks are important.

AEIC submission to the Draft 2025 Victorian Transmission Plan
24 June 2025
A submission about transmission planning in Victoria. It shares views from communities. It says engagement should start early and impacts should be clear. It also says trust needs to be built with landholders and communities.

AEIC submission to the PoweringWA Draft Guideline on Community Benefits
18 August 2025
A submission about community benefit guidelines in Western Australia. It gives feedback on the proposed approach. It says benefits should be fair, clear, and easy to understand.

AEIC submission to the Select Committee on Information Integrity on Climate Change and Energy
10 September 2025
A submission about clear and trusted information in the energy shift. It looks at the impact of misinformation. It says information should be easy to access and based on evidence.

AEIC submission to Victorian Access Regime and Community Engagement and Social Value Guidelines
5 November 2025
A submission about new guidelines in Victoria for access and engagement. It gives feedback on the proposed approach. It says engagement should be consistent and community impacts better recognised.
Former Commissioner's observations & recommendations from the 2022 Annual Report
These observations and recommendations were made by former Commissioner Andrew Dyer in 2022. They may not reflect current information or policy. They may also not reflect the views of the current Commissioner, Tony Mahar. Please contact the office if you need more information.
AEIC-EWON Memorandum of Understanding
A document about how the AEIC and EWON work together. It focuses on sharing information and handling complaints. It sets clear expectations for working together. The aim is to reduce overlap, find common issues, and improve outcomes for communities and energy users.

Considerations for Offshore Wind Industry on Community Engagement
8 November 2023
A guide on how to work well with communities in offshore wind projects. It shares lessons and simple expectations for developers. It explains how to work with communities and stakeholders.

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