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am_Unition · 907 days ago · link · · parent · post: Californians asked to cut power use as extreme heat approaches
We came within 3,000 MW today of supply exceeding demand, or about 3.75%: They don't usually let it get so close. Usually it's around a 7%+ margin at daily peak demand. I don't even think there were consumption warnings or recommendations issued today. Why? Probably because it was just cloudier than usual and the forecast was for clearer skies. There was some extra contribution from wind, but not quite enough to make up for the losses in solar. Farmer's Almanac predicts a very cold winter. Super.
ButterflyEffect · 907 days ago · link ·
Hope you’re enjoying the best seasonal weather of the rest of your life! :)