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by tedunangst 1943 days ago
Why would anyone agree to sell you power at cost, unless the cost goes too high, and then sell it below cost?
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xur17 1943 days ago
Because in addition to receiving their at cost payment, they'd also receive a fixed monthly fee. The power supplier would essentially sell call options to the electricity retailer.
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nawitus 1943 days ago
By selling an insurance.
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