8BAssessor's functions and powers

8B Assessor's functions and powers

(1)  The Assessor has the following functions:

(a) to monitor and provide reports in relation to energy in storage and other sources of energy;

(b) to evaluate, on a monthly basis, whether there is sufficient energy in storage and associated generation capacity to meet forecast electricity demand in the Tasmanian region of the National Electricity Market;

(c) to require Hydro to provide recovery plans in accordance with section 8F ;

(d) to provide the Co-ordinator with a copy of any recovery plan and the Assessor’s advice on the quality of the plan;

(e) to notify the Co-ordinator when energy in storage levels are likely to drop below the HRL;

(f) to monitor and evaluate the PSL and HRL and advise the Minister whether changes in the levels are required;

(g) such other functions as may be prescribed.

(2)  In addition to any other powers conferred on the Assessor, he or she has power to do all things necessary or convenient to be done for or in connection with, or incidental to, the performance of his or her functions.