Monthly data allow users to see seasonal patterns, such as periods of nuclear refueling outages in the shoulder seasons (spring and fall) and increased operation of peaking generators during the periods of highest electricity demand in the summer months (driven primarily by air conditioning use). (eia.gov)
When there is very high electricity demand in the United States, getting enough power to meet the need is very expensive. (wri.org)
«As global temperature rise, wildfires, drought and high electricity demand put stress on the nation's energy infrastructure. (salon.com)