"Generation capacity" refers to the maximum amount of power that can be produced by a power plant, wind farm, or any other source of energy. It describes the capacity or capability of a facility to generate electricity or energy. Full definition
The regulations are even more absurd than the 2014 draft regulations in part because they raise the percentage of power generation capacity from «renewables» from 22 to 28 %. (carlineconomics.com)
«Load balancing» power is rapid - start electricity generation capacity used to offset renewable energy's fluctuations. (grenatec.com)
In particular, it highlights the need for an estimated 7,000 megawatts (MW) of new generation capacity annually to meet the continent's growing energy demands. (uncclearn.org)