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Economic regulation of quality in electricity distribution networks

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  • Ajodhia, Virendra
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  • Ajodhia, Virendra & Hakvoort, Rudi, 2005. "Economic regulation of quality in electricity distribution networks," Utilities Policy, Elsevier, vol. 13(3), pages 211-221, September.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:juipol:v:13:y:2005:i:3:p:211-221
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