Casazza, John,

Understanding electric power systems : an overview of the technology and the marketpalce / Jack Casazza, Frank Delea. - 1 PDF. - IEEE Press understanding science & technology series ; 16 . - IEEE Press understanding science & technology series ; 16 .

Includes bibliographical references.

List of Figures. -- Preface. -- 1. History of Electric Power Industry. -- 2. Electric Power System. -- 3. Basic Electric Power Concepts. -- 4. Electric Energy Consumption. -- 5. Electric Power - Generation. -- 6. Technology of the Electric Transmission System. -- 7. Distribution. -- 8. Functioning of the Electric Bulk Power System. -- 9. Reliability. -- 10. Restructuring, Competition and Deregulation. -- 11. Legislation and Regulation - The Regulatory Network. -- 12. The Business Network. -- 13. ISOs, RTOs and ITPs. -- 14. The Money Network. -- 15. Information, Communications and Control Network. -- 16. Role of NERC, NAESB and Other Organizations. -- 17. Where Restructuring Stands. -- Index. -- About the Authors.

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The Enron scandal notwithstanding, it is important for professionals in the electric power industry and related positions gain a solid understanding of electric power systems and how they work. Written by two veteran power company managers and respected experts, this is a real-world view of electric power systems, how they operate, how the organizations are structured, and how electricity is regulated and priced. A comprehensive overview of the electric power industry from the inside Covers electric power system components, electricity consumption, generation, transmission, distribution, electric utility operation, electric system control, power system reliability, government regulation, utility rate making, and financial considerations. Includes an extensive glossary of key terms used in the U.S. and also definitions for terms used worldwide.




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10.1002/0471667854 doi


Electric utilities.
Electric power systems.


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