Electric generator dispatch depends on system demand and the relative cost of operation
From Today in Energy
January 3, 2013 - 8:00am
The variable operating cost of electric power generators is a key factor in determining which units a power system operates (or "dispatches") to meet the demand for electricity.
January 3, 2013 - 8:00am
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