Electricity
US power – capacity
Power market players in the US PJM region remain locked in a stalemate over efforts to ensure reliability of future supply. Is this laying the foundations for price increases and shortages further down the line? Pauline McCallion reports
UK electricity market reform ‘could deter investment’
A recent proposal to implement a capacity mechanism in the UK has sparked concern that government intervention could stifle infrastructure development.
BritNed debut well-received; step to single market
Healthy trading volumes and auction interest bode well for the BritNed interconnector, say European power market participants. Anna Reitman looks at the prospect of a spot market
European power: the future of interconnectors
Ilesh Patel discusses current regulatory, market and financing challenges to international electricity trade, and proposes a plan of action for regulators and actors in the market
Market focus on summer reliability after outages
North American power supply expected to meet demand this summer as Texas system faces increased scrutiny after winter outages
Constellation/Exelon deal signals more power M&A fervour
Low power demand and gas prices drive further US power consolidation as companies try to increase margins through cost reductions
Turning Points: Larry Kellerman, CEO Quantum Utility Generation
A career so far spent pushing the boundaries of the US power market has lead Larry Kellerman of Quantum Utility Generation to the world of private equity. Pauline McCallion finds out more
UK-Netherlands electricity cable starts commercial operations
BritNed is the first electricity interconnector between the two countries and has a capacity of 1000MW which can flow in either direction depending on relative supply and demand.
MEFF launches central clearing for electricity derivatives
Increased liquidity in the Spanish market necessitates netting and reduction of counterparty risk, says managing director
Sponsored Q&A: APX-ENDEX
The BritNed joint venture aims to form electricity trade links between Great Britain and the Netherlands. APX-ENDEX Chief Executive Officer Bert den Ouden talks about the company’s role and how the project will impact positively on both markets
Steady progress for European power market coupling
Market coupling is widely regarded as one of the most important methods of improving efficiency in the European electricity markets. But can the various initiatives in place and in the pipeline – with their multitude of stakeholders and interests –…
Netherlands–Belgium cross-border intra-day electricity trading begins
Move will lead to alignment of intra-day fees in March
International banks to fight over ANZ and Westpac power trading experts
As the Australian power market grows, international investment banks will need to bag the local talent to capitalise on the opportunities presented, say experts
Video: Central and Eastern Europe Conference special report
Energy Risk traveled to Warsaw, Poland for the its Central and Eastern Europe Conference. High-profile market participants from the region attended the event and discussed the progress and potential going forward.
Australia’s power market
Australian power is a hot topic among hedge funds and international investment banks in the energy trading space. Katie Holliday looks at the secret behind the attraction
Power markets: Focus on China
The development of China’s market for electricity trading fails to match the country’s rapid economic advancement. Katie Holliday talks to market experts about what it will take to spur China to catch up with the very latest methods of electricity…
Confusion over misleading Indian power futures "ban"
Confusion surrounds the reported ban on Indian power futures trading as industry participants disagree on the nature of the measure
Recent US deals could power more M&A
Mergers and acquisition activity could be on the up in the US power market in spite of staid economic conditions. Pauline McCallion examines the outlook for M&A
Demand response challenges
How will the integration of demand response initiatives affect the US power market? Ron McNamara, principal consultant at energy consultancy Utilicast and former managing director at energy trader Saracen Energy Partners, discusses how to integrate end…
Turkey power market set for expansion
Disputes with Russia have prompted Turkey to strive for energy independence, and its government has fast-tracked the liberalisation of its power markets, but there is still a long way to go before Turkey can step up and compete with other liquid European…
European power: Iberian market slow to develop
Market analysts have pinpointed the Iberian power market as one to watch due to recent increased participation from banks, hedge funds and utilities. However, some European energy companies are still highly critical of the market’s structure and…
Hungarian power exchange launch positive for eastern European markets
The Hungarian power exchange's (HUPX) first day-ahead auction was a positive development for the Hungarian power market, say analysts