Pretoria - The power system is currently stable enabling power utility Eskom the time to perform plant maintenance without load shedding.
As a result of increased electricity demand in the evening and power station’s units being on maintenance, the power system is expected to be constrained during the evening peak period (5pm-9pm).
“As we are currently experiencing cold weather conditions across the country, we urge electricity users to consider energy efficient ways of keeping warm.”
In winter, the electricity demand peaks in the morning and evening as more electricity is used during these times.
Eskom has appealed to customers to continue to reduce their electricity usage throughout the day but to be aware of the need to save more during the peak periods from 6am to 10 am and 5pm to 9pm.
Commercial customers, particularly shopping centres and office blocks, can also make a big difference by switching off non-essential lights and not leaving office equipment such as photocopiers and computers in standby mode after hours.
Eskom will provide regular updates on the status of the power system through all media platforms. - SAnews.gov.za
