Search and the development of competition in UK electricity supply

Lead Research Organisation: University of Warwick
Department Name: Economics

Abstract

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Publications

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Description Within the context of the time period studied in Great Britain,early-mid 2000s, we found that Search costs are relatively high, enabling wide price variations between suppliers.

There is little evidence for the view that the supply market is becoming more competitive.

The New Electricity Trading Arrangements reduced prices at the wholesale level but with no clear overall impact on final prices.
Exploitation Route Academic and non-academic, via industry publications
Sectors Energy

 
Description Publications in Power UK- an industry information outlet Information presented to industry regulator Submission to parliamentary inquiry
First Year Of Impact 2010
Sector Energy,Government, Democracy and Justice
Impact Types Societal,Economic,Policy & public services