EUROPEAN energy operators are braced for next week’s solar eclipse to cause a temporary dip in power generation and have taken steps to keep electricity flowing to businesses and consumers, an industry body said Friday.
While the 12 August eclipse offers a rare spectacle for the general public, it presents a technical challenge for grid operators, which must constantly balance electricity supply and demand to guarantee secure power provision.
“Under clear-sky conditions, photovoltaic (PV) output could decrease by up to 9.7 GW across Europe, creating a rapid but predictable change in generation patterns between 19:15- 21:30 CEST,” said the association representing Europe’s power grid operators, ENTSO-E.
It said operators were “ready to ensure the secure and stable operation of the electricity system throughout the event”. — AFP
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