Load Shedding

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Definitions

European Definitions

ENTSO-E

Load-Shedding is the disconnection of load from the synchronous electric system, usually performed automatically, to control the system frequency in emergency situations. [1]


National Definitions

South Africa

Load Shedding, or load reduction, is a controlled countrywide option to respond to unplanned events to protect the electricity power system from a total blackout. [2]



Zimbabwe

Load shedding is a controlled temporary way of cutting power to parts of the country when there is not enough electricity to meet the needs of customers. [3]

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