The evolution of electricity markets in Europe

"Bridging theory and practice, this book offers insights into how Europe has experienced the evolution of modern electricity markets from the end of the 1990s to the present day. It explores defining moments in the process, including the four waves of European legislative packages, landmark cou...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Meeus, Leonardo
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Northampton Edward Elgar Publishing 2020, 2020
Series:Loyola de palacio series on european energy policy
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Collection: Edward Elgar eBooks Collection Business & Economics - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • Includes bibliographical references and index
  • Contents: Introduction
  • Part I - How to trade and transport electricity across national borders?
  • 1. Why did we start with electricity markets in Europe?
  • 2. Who gets the rights to trade across borders?
  • 3. How to calculate border trade constraints?
  • 4. Who pays for the network when trade is international?
  • Part II - How to combine electricity trade with system security to keep the lights on?
  • 5. Who is responsible for balancing the system?
  • 6. How to organize system operation and connection requirements?
  • 7. How to ensure adequate investment in power plants?
  • Part III - How to put the citizen at the centre of the energy transition?
  • 8. How to put the citizen at the centre of the energy transition?
  • 9. Conclusion
  • Index