[en] Australia's electricity industry and our patterns of energy use are in flux and there's every reason to expect it to continue. A recently released report by the Australian Energy Market Operator showed electricity consumption in Australia has failed to meet the anticipated annual increase of 3% across the National Electricity Market. Despite population growth the forecast is 5.7% lower than estimated for 2011-2012. A number of reasons have been cited, such as; milder temperatures, reduced production at industrial facilities, lower output across manufacturing sectors, energy efficiency measures and increased installation of rooftop PV and solar hot water. Energy efficiency has been both aided and hindered by the carbon price debate. The Australian Enrgy MArket Commission is underatking consultation on a rule change toressure is improve the process for connecting embedded generation to distribution networks.