Media release – Consultation open for review of Energy Industry Jobs Plan

The consultation process for the statutory review of the Energy Industry Jobs Plan (EIJP) has now commenced, with today’s release of the consultation paper, and visits to regions planned for the coming weeks. 

The review is being led by Emeritus Professor Roy Green AM who will consider whether the EIJP is operating as intended by Parliament. Professor Green is being supported by the Net Zero Economy Authority. 

The EIJP was established by Part 5 of the Net Zero Economy Authority Act 2024 (the Act) to support employees impacted by the closure of coal-fired and gas-fired power stations to prepare for, and transition to, new employment opportunities. 

Professor Green and the Authority welcome views from workers, unions, businesses and communities impacted by power station closures, as well as from those with a policy interest in the operation of the EIJP.  

‘The energy transition is already underway and we appreciate individuals and businesses sharing their experiences with us. These discussions will build an important evidence base to assess how the EIJP framework is operating now and will operate into the future. 

‘We welcome all contributions to maximising the effectiveness of supports for workers and businesses in regions that are transitioning from fossil fuels,’ said Professor Green. 

The Authority has applied Part 5 of the Act in three instances:  

• On 19 December 2024, the Authority CEO exercised statutory discretion to not undertake a community of interest process for the closure of Muja C Unit 6 in Collie, Western Australia. 
   
• On 13 January 2025, the Authority CEO announced a community of interest process for Torrens Island B Power Station in Adelaide, South Australia, which is scheduled to close in June 2026. 
   
• On 27 May 2025, the Authority CEO announced a community of interest process for Eraring Power Station in Lake Macquarie, New South Wales, which is scheduled to close in August 2027.  

In addition to the online consultation process, Professor Green will be meeting with businesses, unions and other stakeholders in the Hunter, Latrobe, Adelaide, Central Queensland and Collie. Regional visits are expected to begin at the beginning of August. 

‘My task is to assess whether the Energy Industry Jobs Plan is delivering on Parliament’s intent of supporting the transition of the regions and workers that have powered Australia for generations,’ said Professor Green. 

‘I am looking forward to gaining insights from a wide range stakeholders and welcome submissions from those in the regions and those with an interest in the energy transition.’ 

The consultation is now taking submissions online until 11:59 PM AEST, 5 September 2025.  

The Act specifies that a review of Part 5 of the Act must be completed within 12 months of the Act commencing, which means the review will be finalised by 10 December 2025.  

How can I participate? 

You can provide your submissions here. 

A consultation paper has been developed to support participation in the process.  

It seeks feedback on how the EIJP process has impacted you, as well as your perspectives on what supports workers and businesses may need now or in the future. 

If you have questions, you can contact the EIJP team via email at: EIJPreview@pmc.gov.au   

More information about the EIJP is available here.  

Media enquiries: 

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