As South Africa readies itself for a liberalised electricity market, find here some important & interesting reads
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The APPLICATION FOR A MARKET OPERTOR LICENSE was made to NERSA IN TERMS OF THE ELECTRICITY REGULATION ACT, 2006 (ACT NO. 4 OF 2006) AS AMENDED. This licence will enable the MO to operate the systems that facilitate the trading of electricity or other energy commodities within a national energy market.
The SAWEM Code is a foundational regulatory framework that governs the operation of South Africa’s evolving electricity market. It plays a central role in the country’s transition from a vertically integrated utility model (dominated by Eskom) to a competitive, multi-market structure. Document published as of April 2024.
The Market Specification serves as a high-level blueprint for the implementation of a multi-market electricity model in South Africa. It is designed to:
- Guide the development of the SAWEM Market Code
- Inform stakeholders about the market architecture
- Support the transition to a competitive, transparent, and efficient electricity market
SAWEM Research Papers are scholarly and technical documents that explore the design, implementation, and implications of the South African Wholesale Electricity Market (SAWEM). These papers are essential for understanding the theoretical foundations, policy considerations, and operational strategies behind South Africa’s transition to a competitive electricity market.
