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SSE electricity auction unlikely to change UK power landscape
Publication date: 21 October 2011
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Plans by Scottish & Southern Energy to auction and purchase 100% of its electricity has seen the UK’s second-largest generator breaking ranks with its vertically-integrated rivals. The decision is intended to boost transparency, liquidity and credibility in the day-ahead wholesale market, but it seems unlikely that this unprecedented decision will change the UK energy landscape.