NTCSA is paying more to buy nothing …
With R2 billion in curtailment claims seemingly generated in just a few months and the increase in solar generation expected to keep on growing, this may become a significant factor in managing renewable energy costs.
Conradie says the financial consequences for both the NTCSA and electricity consumers depend on how the resulting deemed-energy and curtailment costs are treated within the regulatory framework as it could further increase the unit cost of energy, which may also be reflected in future tariffs.
Eskom’s plan to increase demand Rooftop solar reduces demand for electricity from the grid during daylight hours – which has caused a huge drop in demand during the day when the sun shines, resulting in increased curtailment to maintain the system balance.
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