Feb 26 β€’ 03:16 UTC πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Korea Hankyoreh (KR)

Spring Season with Decreased Power Demand and Increased Supply... Operation of Power Supply Measures Period

The South Korean government will implement power supply stabilization measures from March 28 to June 14 due to decreased power demand in spring.

In light of reducing power demands during the spring, the South Korean government has announced plans to operate a power supply stabilization period from March 28 to June 14, lasting a total of 107 days. The Ministry of Climate, Energy, and Environment emphasized that while electricity consumption for heating and cooling decreases in spring, solar energy production increases, thus creating a need for stable and precise management of the power grid to avoid oversupply. Previously, the government's focus was primarily on responding to power shortages in winter and summer; however, with the recent growth in renewable energy usage, ensuring adequate measures for oversupply during spring and autumn has become critical.

To address these seasonal challenges, the government will launch proactive stabilization measures, including controlling power generation and increasing power consumption. Strategies involve minimizing the operation of coal-fired power plants, reducing the use of public self-owned solar power, and adjusting maintenance schedules for major power generators. The South Korean Power Corporation will introduce a 'Plus DR' service by mid-March, which incentivizes consumers to voluntarily increase their electricity usage during periods of oversupply. Furthermore, should additional cuts in generation be necessary to maintain system stability, the government plans to prioritize managing flexible power sources based on their control ease and high fuel costs, followed by rigid sources such as nuclear power if required.

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