Use electricity sparingly during peak hours
Electricity users are urged to be more restrained with electricity during peak periods.
Peak periods are from 6am to 10am and from 5pm to 9pm.
In a recent press release, Eskom reported that the power system is currently stable, and this will enable them to perform maintenance without load shedding.
However, the power system is expected to be constrained during the evening peak period, mainly as a result of increased electricity demand and the power station unit being under maintenance.
Due to the cold weather conditions being experienced across the country, Eskom is urging electricity users to consider energy efficient ways of keeping warm.
In winter the electricity demand peaks in the morning and evening as more electricity is used during these times.
Eskom appeals to all their customers to continue reducing their electricity usage throughout the day but to be aware of the need to save more during the peak periods.
Commercial customers, particularly shopping centres and office blocks, can also make a big difference by switching off non-essential lights and not leaving office equipment such as photocopiers and computers in standby mode after hours.
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