Ronan Bolton

Ronan Bolton, a Reader in Science, Technology and Innovation Studies at the University of Edinburgh, dives into the evolution of electricity markets in Europe. He discusses the dramatic shift from state-controlled systems to competitive structures during the 1990s. Bolton contrasts the liberalization strategies of France and Germany, highlighting differing philosophies on electricity as a public good versus a market commodity. He also explores the current challenges of integrating renewables and the impact of recent crises on energy pricing and government roles.