Conclusion
This paper examined several aspects of the operation of wholesale electricity markets. The uniform-pricing bidding procedure used in the New Zealand market is sound. We have emphasized that the efficient operation of the wholesale market, and the overall electricity industry, depends on sufficient competition among generators. The overarching challenge is to ensure that the broad market environment – including transmission and hedging arrangements, conditions for entry, and demand responsiveness – supports adequate competition.
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