In this chapter from Power Market and Regulation, a book compiled by the Power Market Regulation Department of the State Energy Regulatory Commission (SERC) of China, NERA Director Oscar Arnedillo discusses the process of liberalizing the Spanish electricity market. The book covers a broad range of issues in the electricity industry: sector restructuring, introduction of competition, liberalization of electricity markets, development of regulatory frameworks, and international experiences of electricity reforms. Mr. Arnedillo’s chapter provides insights and possible lessons of relevance to other countries considering the liberalization of their electricity sectors.

The book is available (in Chinese) from China WaterPower Press.