peak demand

Peak demand refers to the highest level of electricity or resource usage measured during a specific period, such as a day or year. It represents the maximum amount of energy consumed when many users, like homes, businesses, or industries, are all using power simultaneously. Utilities and grid operators closely monitor peak demand to ensure their systems can handle these times without failures. Managing peak demand is important because it often requires additional infrastructure or resources, which can be costly. By understanding and controlling peak demand, we can improve the efficiency and reliability of our energy systems.