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The electricity supply industry in the United Kingdom has undergone continuous change, ever since its beginnings in the late 19th century. From the early days when the industry consisted of numerous small companies, largely meeting local needs for lighting, industry and public transport, the industry has evolved to become one of major importance to the country’s economy. Until recently, the industry accounted for the some three-quarters of the UK coal market, about a third of the country’s primary fuel of the UK coal market, and about a third of the country’s primary fuel consumption. Revenues from the industry amount to almost 2% of the national income. The price and security of the electricity supply is a key factor in the competitiveness of UK industry.
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Maclntyre, J., Smith, P., Harris, T. (1995). Industrial Experience: The use of Hybrid Systems in the Power Industry. In: Hybrid Intelligent Systems. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4615-2353-6_4
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