ESKOM: STAGE 16 RENAMED AS LOAD REDUCTION

Eskom, South Africa’s power utility, has implemented “load reduction” measures in some areas to avoid network overloading and prevent damage to infrastructure . Load reduction is different from load shedding, as it aims to reduce electricity consumption without completely cutting off power . Here are some key points about Eskom’s load reduction:

• Aims to reduce electricity consumption to prevent network overloading and damage to infrastructure
• Implemented in areas with high electricity demand and potential for network overloading
• Reduces electricity capacity to 10 Amps, allowing essential appliances to function
• Customers are notified an hour before load reduction via SMS and CIU (customer interface unit)
• Customers have four opportunities to reduce consumption before electricity supply is automatically switched off