Oceania Jurisdictions
Overview
Oceania includes Australia and New Zealand, both with mature electricity markets and strong renewable resources. Neither country has nuclear power (Australia has never built commercial reactors; New Zealand prohibits them by law).
Jurisdictions
| Jurisdiction | SSS Relevance | Key Resources | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | ⭐⭐ Medium | Coal → Renewables transition, Hydro | ✅ Complete |
| New Zealand | ⭐⭐⭐ High | Hydro (55-60%), Geothermal (18%), Wind | ✅ Complete |
Regional Characteristics
Australia:
- NEM (National Electricity Market) covers eastern states
- Coal phase-out underway
- Snowy Hydro expansion
- LGC system for renewables
New Zealand:
- ~85% renewable grid
- Hydro and geothermal dominant
- Nuclear prohibited by law
- NZ Energy Certificates
EAC Infrastructure
| Country | Primary EAC System | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | LGCs (Large-scale Generation Certificates) | National RET scheme |
| New Zealand | NZ Energy Certificates | Domestic system |