"The Economics of Grid Defection" (What is a 'utility in a box'? - k)

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14. ISO's will adapt and suppliers are source independent

I think the mistake is assuming that the Independent System Operator and the Generating company are still linked. ISO will adapt and change the way charges are determined. Perhaps based upon a combination of maximum power flow capability and a time weighted actual flow rate. Likewise Generating companies will learn there are other ways the traditional sources. Cities need more power than their acreage allows from PV and Generating Co's will be happy to provide power generated elsewhere.

Reminds me of a Septic System vs Sewer connection. One can be cheaper long term. But that comes with a potential sudden large expense if something goes wrong. Whereas the Sewer is cheaper up front and the individual customer doesn't face the same potential of large unexpected repair bills.