COTA SA welcomes the opportunity to contribute to the Firm Energy Reliability Mechanism.

The primary purpose of the scheme is to provide long-duration firm capacity, ensuring a secure, reliable, and affordable electricity supply for the state.

Like Australians of all ages, many older people are concerned about climate change, viewing it as a significant and real threat to our national interests and livelihood. By ensuring the scheme prioritises equitable access to reliable and sustainable energy, it can address the impacts of climate change and create a sustainable energy system.

We have responded to the discussion paper where we feel we can meaningfully contribute to decisions that could improve the quality of life for older South Australians for the next generation.