The ongoing geopolitical tensions are exposing vulnerabilities in electricity markets, particularly regarding their sensitivity to fossil fuel price shocks. Despite increased investments in renewable energy, consumers are facing rising electricity costs as market pricing mechanisms link all electricity to the highest marginal cost generators. Proposed reforms include separating renewable pricing from volatile markets and investing in battery storage to reduce reliance on expensive peaking power stations.
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