The Electric Power Supply Association (EPSA) released new poll data today showing American voters overwhelmingly support consumer choice in electricity markets and oppose policies that saddle consumers with higher bills through bailouts for power plants.
Read MorePOLL: Americans Support Competitive, Affordable Solutions to Reduce Emissions, Oppose Power Plant Bailouts
90% of U.S. voters say it is important for the U.S. government to consider reliability and affordability of energy sources when developing its energy strategy.
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Utility Scandals, FRR and Competition: Todd Snitchler Joins GT Power Hour Podcast
EPSA president and CEO Todd Snitchler joins the “GT Power Hour” podcast to unpack electricity markets, recent utility scandals in the states, and the high cost the FRR. He says competition and transparency are a better path forward for customers and the grid.
Read MoreTodd Snitchler: Exelon scandal raises need for competition to stop utility abuse
As it debates its energy future, Illinois policymakers should chart a course that puts competition — and ultimately, ratepayers — at the center of any policy framework.
Read MoreTodd Snitchler: Competition Can Help Stop Utility Abuse
As it debates its energy future, Illinois policy makers should chart a course that puts competition – and ultimately, ratepayers – at the center of any policy framework.
Read MoreCompetition is the best medicine for corruption; ‘prescribed’ markets could be what the doctor ordered
As stakeholders evaluate the Southeast Energy Exchange Market (SEEM), we should recognize the elements of market design that truly benefit consumers and encourage innovation and efficiency. As contemplated, SEEM could allow plenty of room for market power — and a rundown of past monopoly utility failures highlights the perils.
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