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The National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting (NGERNational Greenhouse and Energy Reporting Scheme. Large energy users and greenhouse gas emitters that exceed the thresholds must report their detailed energy and emissions data each year to the Australian Clean Energy Regulator. More) scheme, established by the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting Act 2007 (NGER Act) is the national framework for disclosing, reporting and disseminating company information. This includes greenhouse gas emissions, energy production, energy consumption and other information specified under NGER legislation for facilities and corporate groups that exceed specified reporting thresholds.  

The Australian Federal Government requires large energy users and emitters to participate in the NGER Scheme 

Reporting under the NGER scheme helps inform government policy and ensures Australia meets its international obligations on reporting greenhouse gas emissions. As a company, you are responsible for determining if you have obligations under the NGER Act and you must ensure that information provided in your NGER report meets the requirements of the Act and its legislation. All companies that are required to report under the NGER Act must submit their reports for the previous financial year by October 31.   

What information should be recorded? 

Companies are required to record the reporting boundary decision-making process, the details of the calculation and data analysis methods used for greenhouse gas emissions, energy production and consumption.  

These may include: 

Northmore Gordon can make your reporting easy! 

Meeting requirements under the NGER Act can be complicated and demanding for companies. As a result, mistakes and misreporting can and do occur – which can put businesses at risk. The Clean Energy RegulatorThe Clean Energy Regulator is the Australia Government body responsible for accelerating carbon abatement for Australia through the administration of the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting scheme, Renewable Energy Target and the Emissions Reduction Fund. More regularly conducts audits on reports, which is a key compliance and monitoring measure under the NGER Act. That is why it is best to engage experts to ensure your reports are complete, accurate and lodged on time.

At Northmore Gordon, we are trusted professionals in this ever-changing and important area of business and reporting for our clients is second nature. If you are looking to go a step further than simply reporting your emissions, our team of energy experts can also assist your business to increase your energy efficiency and decrease your carbon emissions. Unlike some of our competitors who are purely environmental consultants, we are an energy performance-focused company that can offer a range of well-rounded solutions for your business on a project-by-project basis or as a complete outsourced service. 

Experience counts 

We believe companies should consider engaging with a trusted and experienced NGER professional to ensure accuracy and legislative compliance and meet deadlines to avoid the risk of penalties that could stem from misreporting. At Northmore Gordon, we regularly prepare greenhouse gas inventories and NGER compliant submissions for a range of big businesses including large milk processors, leading chemical processors and state-wide electricity transmission networks. We also have extensive experience reviewing energy and carbon data management processes, as well as working with industry and large businesses to improve carbon and energy performance. 

What we can do for your business? 

With over 30 passionate staff across three countries, we have the knowledge and expertise to help your company succeed. Whether it be quantifying and reporting greenhouse gas emissions, or implementing a comprehensive energy and carbon management strategy, we can help you decarbonise and reduce energy costs. Whether you are looking for a partnership approach or a complete outsourced solution – we have got you covered. 

We’re here to help 

Talk to us today about arranging your NGER reporting for the 2021-22 financial year before the looming October 31 deadline. 

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What is the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting (NGER) scheme?

The NGER scheme, established by the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting Act 2007 (NGER Act), is the national framework for disclosing, reporting and disseminating company information, including greenhouse gas emissions, energy production, energy consumption and other information specified under NGER legislation, for facilities and corporate groups that exceed specified reporting thresholds.

Who is required to participate in the NGER Scheme?

The Australian Federal Government requires large energy users and greenhouse gas emitters that exceed the thresholds to participate in the NGER Scheme and report their detailed energy and emissions data each year to the Australian Clean Energy Regulator.

By what date must companies submit their NGER report for the previous financial year?

All companies required to report under the NGER Act must submit their reports for the previous financial year by October 31.

What information should be recorded to comply with NGER requirements?

Companies must record the reporting boundary decision-making process and details of the calculation and data analysis methods used for greenhouse gas emissions, energy production and consumption. This includes: a list of all sources monitored; activity data used for calculating greenhouse gas emissions for each source, categorised by process and fuel or material type; documentary evidence relating to data collection (e.g., receipts, invoices, payment method details); documentation of the methods used for greenhouse gas emissions and energy estimations; documents justifying the selection of monitoring methods chosen; and records supporting business decisions and accuracy, especially for high-risk areas relating to reporting coverage, such as applying concepts of controlling corporation, corporate group and facility.

Who administers the NGER scheme and monitors compliance?

The Clean Energy Regulator is the Australian Government body responsible for accelerating carbon abatement for Australia through administration of the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting scheme, the Renewable Energy Target, and the Emissions Reduction Fund. It regularly conducts audits on NGER reports as a key compliance and monitoring measure under the NGER Act.

What thresholds determine whether a facility or corporate group must report under NGER?

According to the knowledge base, NGER has two separate screening tests: a facility threshold of 25,000 tonnes CO₂-e of scope 1 and 2 emissions or 100 TJ of energy produced or consumed, and a corporate-group threshold of 50,000 tonnes CO₂-e or 200 TJ of energy respectively. Organizations must assess against both thresholds to determine applicability.

What factors determine an organization's specific NGER obligations?

According to the knowledge base, NGER obligations depend on corporate structure (the reporting organization and consolidated group composition), facility and corporate thresholds, operational control of facilities, and the specific reporting period used to calculate whether emissions exceed the relevant thresholds.

What should be included in an applicability memo to establish NGER requirements?

Per the knowledge base, an applicability memo should identify: legal entities and consolidated group structure; each facility under operational control; energy data (produced, consumed, and purchased) for the relevant period; scope 1 and 2 emissions by facility and in aggregate; and the reporting period.

Why does Northmore Gordon recommend engaging an NGER expert rather than self-reporting?

Meeting requirements under the NGER Act can be complicated and demanding, and mistakes and misreporting can occur, putting businesses at risk, especially since the Clean Energy Regulator regularly audits reports. Northmore Gordon recommends engaging experts to ensure reports are complete, accurate and lodged on time.

What kind of clients has Northmore Gordon prepared NGER submissions for?

Northmore Gordon regularly prepares greenhouse gas inventories and NGER compliant submissions for a range of big businesses, including large milk processors, leading chemical processors and state-wide electricity transmission networks.

How does Northmore Gordon differentiate itself from purely environmental consultants regarding NGER reporting?

Unlike some competitors that are purely environmental consultants, Northmore Gordon is an energy performance-focused company that can offer a range of well-rounded solutions for a business's NGER reporting and energy efficiency needs, either on a project-by-project basis or as a complete outsourced service.

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