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Functions

Our Role

EERC plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of electricity supply in Enugu State through active regulation, enforcement, and market development.

Licensing

We issue and manage licenses for electricity generation, distribution, supply, and retail operations within Enugu State, ensuring only qualified operators participate.

  • Generation licenses
  • Distribution licenses
  • Supply and retail licenses
  • Embedded generation authorizations

Tariff Setting & Approval

We set cost-reflective electricity tariffs that balance consumer affordability with the financial viability of electricity companies operating in the state.

  • Cost-reflective methodology
  • Annual tariff reviews
  • Public hearings on proposals
  • Consumer affordability protection

Consumer Protection

We safeguard electricity consumers in Enugu State, ensuring fair treatment, quality service delivery, and access to affordable electricity through our CCRD unit.

  • CCRD complaints resolution
  • Service quality enforcement
  • Billing accuracy oversight
  • Consumer rights advocacy

Market Development

We create an enabling environment that attracts private investment into the electricity sector and promotes competition, innovation, and renewable energy growth.

  • Investor-friendly frameworks
  • Renewable energy pathways
  • Grid access rules
  • Competition promotion