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Energy efficiency
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Energy efficiency
Base power
Energy; Energy efficiency
Power generated by a power generator that operates at a very high capacity factor.
Peak power
Energy; Energy efficiency
Power generated that operates at a very low capacity factor; generally used to meet short-lived and variable high demand periods.
Baseload capacity
Energy; Energy efficiency
The power output of a power plant that can be continuously produced.
Excitation
Energy; Energy efficiency
The power required to energise the magnetic field of a generator.
Load
Energy; Energy efficiency
The power required to run a defined circuit or system, such as a refrigerator, building, or an entire electricity distribution system.
Boiler pressure
Energy; Energy efficiency
The pressure of the steam or water in a boiler as measured; usually expressed in pounds per square inch gauge (psig).
Climate
Energy; Energy efficiency
The prevailing or average weather conditions of a geographic region.
