Resource Adequacy

Resource adequacy refers to ensuring there is a sufficient supply of electricity to reliably meet consumer demand at all times. It involves planning and maintaining enough power generation capacity—such as power plants and renewable sources—and managing their operation so that outages or peak usage periods do not cause shortages. Essentially, it’s about balancing supply and demand to keep the lights on and appliances running smoothly, even during times of high usage or unexpected outages. This concept is vital for the stability and reliability of an electric grid.