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What is cogeneration system?
A cogeneration system is a single, integrated system in which many forms of useful energy are simultaneously generated mostly electrical and thermal using single sources of fuel. A cogeneration system is also called as combined heat and
Types of tariffs and trade barriers
Types of tariffs There are various types of tariffs followed: Flat demand tariff Simple tariff Flat rate tariff Block rate tariff Two part tariff Fixed charge Variable charge Three part tariff Fixed charge Semi fixed charge Variable
What is the flat rate tariff?
When different types of consumers are charged at different uniform per unit rates, it is said to be flat rate tariff. In this type, the consumers are grouped into different classes. Each class is charged at the
Public electricity supplier (PES)
As well as setting network tariffs, the Commission sets tariffs for the public electricity supplier (PES) on an annual basis. Regulation 31 of S.I. 445 of 2001 requires that the Commission set regulated supply tariffs for customers
What is tariff structure?
The electric rate is the price you pay per unit of electricity to your energy utility or retailer. The electricity tariff (or rate) structure is the combination of rates, additional charges, and other rules that determine how
History of Cogeneration
Introduction At the beginning of the twentieth century, steam was the main source of mechanical power. However, as electricity became more controllable, many small “powerhouses” that produced steam realized they could also produce and use electricity, and
Objectives of tariff system
There are objectives in tariff system as: Equal distribution of cost : The most important objectives of the tariff are the fairly equal distribution of the cost of energy supply to different classes of users. Charges to
What are tariff and term involved?
Tariff In simplest terms, a tariff is a tax. It adds to the cost of imported goods and is one of several trade policies that a country can enact. A tariff is a tax on imports or exports. Money
What is reactive power?
Reactive power is a quantity that is normally only defined for alternating current (AC) electrical systems. This power goes up and down around some “average” value – this average value is called the “real” power and over
What are technical losses
Technical Losses Technical losses in power system are caused by the physical properties of the components of the power system. The most obvious example is the power dissipated in transmission lines and transformers due to internal electrical