October 2006

Capacity Markets and Energy-Only Alternative should spur Construction…Theoretically

Alan Kovski, Managing Editor, Power Markets Week

As demand gains on capacity, power markets are leaving no stone unturned when it comes to encouraging the construction of new generation assets. Read More

The Power Industry's Latest Encore: Third Act of Generation Set to Infuse a New Vitality to Nuclear

By Russell J. Stepp, R. W. Beck, Inc.

It has been decades since the U.S. has seen such a robust market regarding nuclear generation opportunities. While it's true that these opportunities are numerous, there are also hurdles including cost, technical design, and regulatory delays, that may impact project fruition. Read More

Future Generation & Transmission in North America

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Recent Developments Affecting Investment in New Generation

Richard J. Rudden, Senior Vice President & Managing Director, Enterprise Management Solutions, Black & Veatch Corporation

In the months since the Energy Policy Act of 2005 was passed, several new Final Rules have been passed by the FERC. At the federal level, these Rules implement new transmission pricing provisions, and require ITOs that oversee organized electricity markets to make long-term firm transmission rights available to all transmission customers. Read More

Can U.S. Generators Break the Proverbial Boom-and-Bust Cycle of the Power Market?

by Jeff Ryser, Senior Writer, Platts Electric Power Group

U.S. summer temperatures soar, as does the demand for electricity—exceeding forecast peaks in some locations. Several energy companies, worried about market crashes in the years ahead, are looking to up capacity in their most strained markets, igniting debate over how to keep prices and capacity level. Read More

Ode to the Undercontracted Thermal Asset

By Eric W. Sievers, Baker & McKenzie LLP

Although power sector is recovering, changing market presents a challenge. Read More