News and commentary about energy and energy policy in the Volunteer State
Monday, August 25, 2008
Higher energy prices in Carolinas too
Duke Energy Carolinas customers in North Carolina will see their bills rise as much as 8 percent on Sept. 1 because of increasing fuel costs. And S.C. customers can expect steeper hikes Oct. 1. More...
It is estimated that a third of all resources are allocated outside of markets, via the public sector. The remaining two thirds of resources are allocated in markets that are regulated by the public sector. Small changes in policy can have a dramatic impact on the direction and flow of resources in a particular sector of the economy and thereby on the well-being of society. Good information and analysis facilitates good debate and, in the end, good policy.
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