Wheeling and dealing: retail choice rewires U.S. site selection strategies

Article Abstract:

The deregulation of the electric power industry in the US is triggering companies to reformulate corporate site and energy strategies. Prior to deregulation, many business sites, especially for energy-intensive undertakings, have been strongly impacted by steady and cost-effective electric power. Deregulation would provide an abundant selection of sites. Several electric companies are breaking into generation and transmission units, which are the electric sector's most profitable segment.

Economic aspects, Deregulation

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Power deregulation: a bumpy road begins the free-market ride

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Early brownouts have partly dimmed the brilliance on electric utility deregulation. Nonetheless, several companies are taking advantage of the situation by arranging decreased facility rates and slashing costs via advanced demand-side management. Analysts predicted individual plants can save 20% to 50% on yearly energy costs, with total business savings reaching from $80 bil to $100 bil.

Power failure, Power failures

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Southern Co.: how a 900-lb. gorilla is lighting up the world

Article Abstract:

Atlanta, GA-based Southern Co. has adopted a global expansion plan in response to US deregulation of the electric power industry. The company's CEO, A.W. "Bill" Dahlberg, led the acquisition of 80% of Consolidated Electric Power Asia (CEPA) for $2.1 billion in early 1997. The purchase enabled the company to become the biggest independent energy company worldwide.

Cover Story, Southern Co., SO

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