Oct. 3 — In comments on the Hogan-Pope whitepaper on price formation issues in ERCOT’s energy market, the South-central Partnership for Energy Efficiency as a Resource (SPEER) again advocated for allowing demand response providers in ERCOT to be able to participate in the market without taking on the obligation of being a QSE for a customer’s entire load.
— Energy Choice Matters
Is a policy analyst for TCAP, a coalition of cities and other political subdivisions that purchase electricity in the deregulated market for their own governmental use. Because high energy costs can impact municipal budgets and the ability to fund essential services, TCAP, as part of its mission, actively promotes affordable energy policies. High energy prices also place a burden on local businesses and home consumers.