Energy Deregulation
Policy removing government regulation from energy, letting consumers choose their electricity supplier. Deregulated states have competitive rates.
About Energy Deregulation
Energy deregulation is the process of removing government regulation from the energy industry, allowing consumers to choose their electricity supplier. In deregulated states, utilities deliver electricity but generation is open to competition.
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