Pretoria – Eskom says there is currently no load shedding as the power system is stable and this will enable the power utility to perform maintenance without load shedding.
However, the power system will remain constrained throughout the day, especially during the evening peak period between 5pm and 9pm, mainly as a result of increased electricity demand.
“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. We appeal to all our 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 6pm to 10pm and 17pm to 9pm,” said Eskom.
It said 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. - SAnews.gov.za
