Use electricity sparingly to avoid load shedding

Eskom said in a statement this morning, there is currently no load shedding taking place as Eskom has adequate generating capacity to meet the demand in electricity.

“However, the power system is expected to be constrained during the evening peak period (5pm – 9pm) mainly as a result of increased electricity demand.

“As we are currently experiencing cold weather  across the country, we urge 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 customers to continue to reduce their electricity usage throughout the day, but to be aware of the need to save more during the peak periods from 6am – 10am and 5pm -9pm.

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.