On Friday, 28 March 2025 the government assumed a Caretaker role. Some consultations have been deactivated until further notice, in accordance with the Guidance on Caretaker Conventions.

This consultation has closed. To view the most recent Capacity Investment Scheme (CIS) consultation click the following link:

https://consult.dcceew.gov.au/capacity-investment-scheme-western-australia-design-paper

Submissions to the Expanded CIS Design Consultation Paper

View submissions to the Expanded CIS Design Paper consultation.

Overview

We are seeking your feedback on the proposed design of the expanded Capacity Investment Scheme (CIS), including the proposed delivery methods for the scheme’s national rollout.

The CIS provides a national framework to encourage new investment in renewable capacity, such as wind and solar, as well as clean dispatchable capacity, such as battery storage. It aims to help build a more reliable, affordable and low-emissions energy system for all Australians.

The CIS will bring jobs and investment to regional communities, strengthen industries that create our sustainable future and support First Nation people in preserving their unique culture and heritage and to remain on Country.

Through competitive tenders, the Australian Government seeks bids for renewable capacity and clean dispatchable capacity projects to:

  • deliver an additional 32 GW of capacity by 2030

  • fill expected reliability gaps as ageing coal power stations exit

  • deliver the Australian Government’s 82% renewable electricity by 2030 target.

To have your say:

  • Read the Capacity Investment Scheme – Design Paper

  • Detail your feedback in your organisation, group or individual submission

  • Lodge your submission through the Have our Say platform by Monday, 25 March 2024.

Due to the high level of interest in this consultation, we have extended the closing time to Monday, 25 March 2024, 11:59pm (AEST).

Feedback received through the consultation will be used to inform the design of the CIS, including the Term Sheets, Tender Guidelines, and draft contract for the first national tender.

Webinar

Online webinar held 8 March 2024.

Timeline

  • Design paper released for feedback
    closed

    29 February 2024

  • Submissions close on design paper
    closed

    25 March 2024

Contact
Office of the Capacity Investment Scheme