| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7411229 | Utilities Policy | 2018 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
In one of two otherwise similar adjacent regions in a Canadian province, the price of electricity changed abruptly, substantially, and permanently. That natural experiment allows for a simple differences-in-differences calculation of the long-run price elasticity of residential demand for electricity. This analysis is of interest for two reasons. First, it is a rare circumstance when such a methodology can be used. Secondly, the magnitude of the elasticity estimate has substantial implications for utilities, regulators, and policymakers.
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Authors
James P. Feehan,