Nuclear plants under deregulation

Article Abstract:

Operators of nuclear power plants are finding it hard to compete with other generators in a deregulated environment due to high construction costs. To address this problem, several solutions have been proposed. These include accelerated depreciation, financial restructuring and industry consolidation.

Economic aspects, Nuclear power plants, Nuclear power plant operators

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Market sparks merchant plants

Article Abstract:

A growing number of independent power producers (IPPs) are building merchant plants in anticipation of the deregulation of the electric power industry. IPPs believe that this approach will enable them to remain competitive when deregulation makes electricity a freely traded commodity.

Planning, Electric power-plants, Electric power plants

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Debate crops up as California farmers demand choice

Article Abstract:

Farmers in California have increased their clamor for deregulation and the freedom to buy electricity from any producer they choose. The farmers are critical of plans to retain utilities' monopoly on power distribution.

Energy policy, California, Farmers

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