Impact of the Nature of Energy Management and Responses to Policies Regarding Solar and Wind Pricing: A Qualitative Study of the Australian Electricity Markets

Abstract

The present study employed various qualitative techniques to investigate the nature and influence of policies and regulations concerning solar and wind pricing on the Australian electricity spot and options markets. The analysis was based on data gathered through interviews conducted with energy managers, chief executive officers and other significant personnel from the Australian electricity industry. The interviewees' responses regarding the solar and wind policies of relevance to the Australian electricity markets were examined, and the thick and in-depth content data derived from the interviews were used to examine how their views and personal politics influenced pricing within the electricity markets. The results suggest that renewable energy policies lower the electricity prices, reduce the risks for investors and also result in larger deployment mechanisms.

The Impact of Causal Factors Relationship over the Changes in Future Scenario Management under the Sustainability Policy of Thailand

“…In the region of African continent, Nathaniel et al (2021) has found an impact of energy consumption, natural resources, and urbanization on ecological footprint in South Africa, whereas human capital plays a role in improving the environment. Alsaedi et al (2021) explored the Australian electricity markets by examining the energy management nature of policies and framework on solar and wind pricing. In their analysis, such policies can lower the price of electricity and minimize some risks for investors at the same time.…”