Explain the purpose of energy regulation.

Explanation should include

  • health and safety
  • national security (i.e., physical security, cybersecurity, site access requirements)
  • energy security
  • consumer protection and universal service/monopoly (i.e., the regulatory compact)
  • sustainability and efficiency
  • environmental stewardship
  • waste management
    • transportation
    • emissions
    • storage
    • wildlife protection
    • cultural and historic resources protection
  • reliability
  • communications. 

Process/Skill Questions:

  • Why is energy regulated?
  • How does politics influence energy regulation?
  • What is carbon footprint?
  • What are examples of energy-related threats to national security?