To be the benchmark of excellence in energy regulation in Africa
The role of the Energy Regulation Board is to ensure consumers receive a quality service at an affordable price while balancing a reasonable rate of return to energy utilities. In order to carry this out, the ERB ensures that all energy utilities in the sector are licensed, monitors levels and structures of competition, investigates and remedies consumer complaints.
Electricity
Fostering a reliable and affordable electricity supply, safeguarding consumer rights, and encouraging sustainable energy practices.
Petroleum
Ensuring the efficient and safe distribution of petroleum products while protecting consumer interests, and minimising the environmental impact.
Renewable
Reducing greenhouse gas emissions, promoting energy independence, creating job opportunities, and a transition to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.
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News Updates
Request for Public Comments on the Draft Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) Technical Regulations
The Energy Regulation Board (ERB) is a statutory body responsible for regulating the energy sector and derives its mandate from the Energy Regulation Act No.12
Press Statement and Petroleum Price Build-ups for August 2024
In July 2024, the prices of petroleum products on the international market were higher than the monthly average for June 2024. The increase was attributed
Press Statement – ERB approves 34 Licences and 5 Construction Permits, Totaling ZMW 2.46 billion Investment
The Energy Regulation Board (ERB) has approved thirty-four (34) licence applications, and five (5) construction permits in the renewable energy and petroleum sub-sectors, representing a
Press Statement
ERB Issues 133 Licences and 32 Construction Permits in the First Half of 2024 8th July 2024 The Energy Regulation Board (ERB) has issued 133 Licences
Consumer Complaints
Any person or consumer may seek the ERB’s intervention if they are dissatisfied with the handling of their complaint by an energy utility or they consider the outcome inconclusive.
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Online services FROM ERB
The Energy Regulation Board has developed online portals to make it easy for consumers, energy sector partners and stakeholders to engage with us. Our aim is to make it a seamless and transparent experience.