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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.

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