Electricity Market Organization: Part 1

This lecture covers the organization of electricity markets, focusing on the four basic models for organizing them and the implications for final consumer choice. The instructor discusses the main lines of liberalization stages, the reasons behind restructuring the electricity sector, and the performance criteria. Various models, such as monopoly and purchasing agency, are explained, along with the emergence of new players in organized markets. The lecture also delves into the European Union's case, electricity prices, and the transition to liberalization. Key lessons include the importance of defining objectives clearly, flexible market structures, and the role of regulation in ensuring fair conditions and security of supply.

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