IESO appeals for reduced electricity consumption
as hot weather strains system
TORONTO, Jul 18, 2005 -- Canada NewsWire
The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) is asking consumers to reduce their use of electricity for the remainder of the week as record hot weather continues to put a strain on Ontario's electricity system. As a result, consumers and businesses are being asked to reduce the electricity consumption, where possible, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. "Higher consumption will mean higher electricity bills - any conservation efforts will not only help individual consumers to offset those higher costs, but will help us to maintain reliable service to all consumers," added Murphy. The voluntary appeal for reduced consumption is in effect until 6:00 p.m. Friday, July 22. However, more immediate stronger appeals such as a Power Warning or Power Emergency may be issued if the situation deteriorates. The IESO issues a Power Advisory when supplies of power, including imports, are forecast to be adequate, but the expected high demand will put a prolonged strain on the electricity system. Conservation measures will benefit consumers, the environment and the electricity infrastructure. Power Advisories can last for an extended period of time. The IESO is responsible for managing Ontario's bulk electricity system and operating the wholesale electricity market. For more information, visit www.ieso.ca. |