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CAPACITE PRODUCTION RESERVE [1 record]

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Record 1 2008-03-14

English

Subject field(s)
  • Hydroelectric Power Stations
  • Power Networks and Distrib. Stations (Elec.)
  • Solar Energy
DEF

The extra generating capacity required on any power system over and above the expected peak load.

OBS

Such a reserve is required mainly for two reasons: (i) in case of an unexpected breakdown of generating equipment; (ii) in case the actual peak load is higher than forecast.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Centrales hydro-électriques
  • Réseaux et postes (Distribution électrique)
  • Énergie solaire
DEF

Capacité de production supplémentaire disponible sur un réseau d'électricité en sus de la charge de pointe prévue.

OBS

Elle est nécessaire pour faire face : (i) aux avaries d'équipements de production; (ii) à une demande de pointe plus élevée que prévu.

Spanish

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