Paul Edward Simshauser

Paul Edward Simshauser is a Professor at Griffith Business School, Griffith University in Brisbane, Australia. His research focuses on energy economics, particularly Australia's National Electricity Market (NEM), with extensive publications on electricity market design, renewable energy integration, and energy policy.

His research interests span energy economics, electricity market regulation, renewable energy policy, electricity pricing mechanisms, power system economics, resource adequacy, fuel poverty, and renewable energy zones. His work addresses critical challenges in energy market design, particularly as markets transition toward higher renewable penetration. He examines the economic implications of policy interventions, market structures, and technological changes in electricity systems.

Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on Australia's energy transition challenges. His research examines renewable energy zone development, electricity market design for high renewable penetration, price formation mechanisms, and the social impacts of energy policy. He frequently analyzes the intersection of engineering constraints and economic outcomes in power systems, with particular attention to how market structures affect investment and operational decisions.

Professor Simshauser has made significant contributions to understanding the economic dimensions of Australia's National Electricity Market, including its reform experience, policy challenges, and response to the energy transition. His work provides critical insights for policymakers navigating the complex trade-offs between energy security, affordability, and sustainability.

He has advised numerous PhD students and research projects focused on energy economics and electricity markets. His research has been supported by grants from energy policy research groups and institutions focused on electricity market analysis and reform.