Author Archives: Ross Baldick

About Ross Baldick

Electricity is an increasingly complex industry in the midst of transition to renewables and decarbonization. Using my 25 years’ experience as an engineer, policy analyst, and academic, I help my consulting clients think through their toughest technical challenges and formulate their best business strategies.

“Locational Marginal Pricing” Grad Class Now Available Online

Posted on 07/31/2013 by Ross Baldick

Now you can attend my “Locational Marginal Pricing” grad class online. And it’s free! I’ve been teaching courses on locational marginal pricing for 10 years. Locational marginal pricing is now used in all US restructured markets and in New Zealand. … Continue reading →

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Battery Swapping a Winner for Tesla’s Model S

Posted on 06/26/2013 by Ross Baldick

I recently visited the Tesla store at the Domain in Austin to check out the Tesla Model S.  The compact layout of the electric drivetrain allows for a trunk at the front of the car — a “frunk”– in addition … Continue reading →

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Does Texas Have a Generation Capacity Problem?

Posted on 05/05/2013 by Ross Baldick

“Are Capacity Markets Necessary to Ensure Adequate Generating Reserves?” That was the title of the panel I moderated at the third annual Austin Electricity Conference (sponsored by The University of Texas McCombs School of Business, School of Law, and Cockrell … Continue reading →

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