Adjusting the Load Graph by Coordinating Major Power Consumers

Abstract

Under the current energy strategy, the Russian Ministry of Power is increasing the role of consumers in regulating the load on the power system at peak hours, by measures such as peak pricing. Analysis of the steel industry indicates rising competition on account of China’s enormous production capacity. Improvements in energy efficiency now confer competitive advantage. Methods are proposed for coordinating the operation of arc furnaces and ladle—furnace units so as to reduce the maximum load. The economic benefits of this approach are analyzed.