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Title: Optional forward contracts for electric power markets

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OSTI ID:5061374

The use of financial options and forward contracts is discussed in the context of electric power markets. Optional forward contracts are proposed as a mechanism for allocating power consumption and generating among market participants, either in conjunction with, or in place of, the so-called [open quotes]spot[close quotes] market. The role of optional forwards in maintaining system security in a decentralized, deregulated electric power market is also discussed.

Research Organization:
California Univ., Berkeley, CA (United States)
OSTI ID:
5061374
Resource Relation:
Other Information: Thesis (Ph.D.)
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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