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What Is Fair: A Study of Some Problems of Public Utility Regulation (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

William G. Raymond

 
9780331287196: What Is Fair: A Study of Some Problems of Public Utility Regulation (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Learn how fair returns shape public utility regulation and what it means for customers, regulators, and investors.

This edition examines how rates, discrimination, and the possible ownership of essential services are judged. It discusses return bases, the idea of a fair share for owners, and how regulators balance the needs of the public with the realities of business risk. The focus stays practical and grounded in common questions about value, costs, and open information.

  • What “fair return” means for different kinds of utilities and why it matters to rate decisions.
  • How discrimination and opening practices affect public trust and regulation.
  • Ways regulators can ensure transparency, predictability, and steady service.
  • How the ideas apply to scenarios like public ownership or private investment in needed infrastructure.

Ideal for readers of public policy, economics, and utility regulation who seek clear, practical guidance on balancing fair returns with public service.

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