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Economics & Deregulation / Energy
Energy is a vital area of the Australian economy, but it is constantly threatened by regulation and taxation. The Institute of Public Affairs examines the regulatory framework governing the energy sector and shows how deregulation can ensure that firms are given every opportunity to operate efficiently and that consumers receive the full benefits of a deregulated energy market. Environmental policies are also likely to challenge the vitality of this important sector.
The IPA also runs the Energy Forum, which brings together firms in the electricity and gas supply industry, all of which share a common view that privatisation and minimal levels of regulation will best serve the community. It provides a platform on which major industry leaders can test their views and subject them to informed criticism. Energy Forum papers are available here. For more information about the Energy Forum, please contact Alan Moran.
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Publications
Privatising Victoria's Electricity Distribution
In October 1994 the Victorian industry was restructured. Five DB's were created and Generation Victoria disaggregated down to four individual base load power stations (including Loy Yang B then under construction), one portfolio of hydro plant and...
The Economic and Market Benefits of By-Pass
Over the longer term, successful economic performance requires market competition with established property rights.
Can Coal Continue as the Primary Power Generation Source?
Coal supplies over one quarter of the worldÕs primary energy, and over 46 per cent of that of Australia. Although oil is a more significant energy source worldwide, consumption of it and gas are less important to Australia.
Competition in Electricity Distribution
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Reliability Panel on Guidelines for NEMMCO Market Intervention
Summary Concerns about reliability in electricity supply and failure of the market to invest have already called forth some interventions by the authorities. These do not augur well for a market designed to operate with minimal intervention. It...
The Riverlink Transmission Line Investment and South Australian Electricity Supply Options
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South Australia: Energy Situation and Policy Approach
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Submission on the National Third Party Access Regime for Natural Gas Pipelines
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Energy and Government Policy in Western Australia
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Separation of Retail and Distribution in Electricity Supply
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