Brattle Experts Discuss Recent Energy Market Developments in the Western Electricity Coordinating Council on the Alternative Power Plays Podcast

Brattle Principals John Tsoukalis, Dr. Metin Celebi, and Frank Graves were featured on an episode of Alternative Power Plays, “Exploring Western Energy Market Evolution.”

The episode is a panel discussion on recent energy market developments in the Western Electricity Coordinating Council (WECC), focusing on the extended day-ahead markets (EDAM) and Markets+. The panel highlights the benefits, differences, and regional impacts of these regional markets, comparing them to the deregulation seen in the Eastern US. They also address the approach to market development in the West, potential customer savings, and the importance of regional cooperation for reducing customers’ costs.

The Alternative Power Plays podcast series – co-hosted by experts from Buchanan and Brattle – focuses on the latest trends and innovations in energy generation. It features interviews with industry leaders and policymakers who are helping shape the future of alternative energy.

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