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Hedging

Hedging:  The buying and selling of futures contracts so as to protect energy traders from unexpected or adverse price fluctuations.

Hedging contracts:  Contracts which establish future prices and quantities of electricity independent of the short-term market. Derivatives may be used for this purpose.

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