Blackout: August 14, 2003 Harvard Case Solution & Analysis

Blackout: August 14, 2003 Case Solution

There was a blackout throughout Canada and the northeastern United States on 14^th August, year 2003. This article depicts the construction, technology, and economics of the electric utility sector and how slow deregulation starting in the 1970s put unprecedented, and accidental, stress.

The government's part in attempting to mitigate congestion and facilitate improved planning and operational coordination through the establishment of regional transmission organizations and independent system operators. Additionally describes the recent fiscal operation of the electricity sector, the possible costs of modernizing the U.S. transmission infrastructure, and the function of political contributions in shaping regulation.

This is just an excerpt. This case is about  TECHNOLOGY & OPERATIONS

PUBLICATION DATE: March 08, 2004

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