A formal methodology for developing ring-fencing arrangements and setting conditions.
How can decision makers determine the appropriate degree of ring-fencing for a utility holding company? The authors propose a systematic and objective method – recognizing business and financial risks specific to the regulated utility and its affiliates.
Mining price signals in Ontario’s electricity market.
Interregional grid planning under FERC Order 1000.
Carlyle Group acquires Red Oak plant from Energy Capital Partners; Tenaska acquires U.S. Power Generating Co.; Southern California Edison floats $1.6 billion in bonds in three tranches; Energy Trading Partners issues $1.5 billion in bonds; plus debt issues by ONEOK, Spectra Energy, TVA, MidAmerican, PECO, and Duke, totaling $9.2 billion.
Utilities get serious about social media.
Regulators weigh interest rate climate and future Fed policy in setting allowed return on equity.
State regulators address transformative forces.
Superstorm disruption calls for a new utility architecture.
Useful analytics to improve program performance.
Interim steps toward solving America’s spent-fuel dilemma.