We investigate the impact of pricing policies (i.e., flat pricing versus peak pricing) on the investment levels of a … utility firm in two competing energy sources (renewable and conventional), with a focus on the renewable investment level. We … consider generation patterns and intermittency of solar and wind energy in relation to the electricity demand throughout a day …

policy moves in favour of renewables are likely to impact. We find through quasi-experimental exploration of a modified …-peak hours, leading to changed investment incentives. There were no appreciable quantity effects on the market, such as power …-out decision by the German government has significantly affected electricity prices and thus competitiveness in neighbouring …

This paper analyzes the impact of the EU ETS on CO₂ reduction in the German electricity sector. We find an ETS … is advantageous in the German electricity sector when compared to an absolute cap. An ex-post analysis shows that the …

Myriad policy measures aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the electricity sector, promote generation from … lower electricity prices Even with multiple market failures, emissions pricing remains the single most cost-effective option …