Scenarios for a deregulated, restructured electric industry

Conference · Wed Jul 01 04:00:00 EDT 1998

OSTI ID:20050582

Ford, G C

Deregulation is moving rapidly on some fronts, while opposition by some affected parties is growing. The restructured industry is emerging, in the growth of new businesses such as power marketing and energy services, and also in reorganization by utilities to prepare for the future under deregulation. The market levels and opportunities will depend not only on the decisions of individual state and Federal regulators, but also on those of utilities, power marketers, developers and others who can drive the direction and the outcome of the changes. Scenarios for deregulation and restructuring are examined, from a rapid pace toward full competition, to a process slowed or blocked by conflicting interests and opposition from parties bent on preserving existing positions. A key development already underway with expected major impact on the future of the industry will be major consolidations, including convergence of electric and gas supply, and emergence of very large and powerful players. The generation business and energy supply to customers, based on aggressive marketing will lead the way.

• Research Organization: George C. Ford and Associates (US)
• OSTI ID: 20050582
• Report Number(s): CONF-971214--
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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