Title :
Reducing electric energy interruptions to residential sector by means of proper practical measures
Author :
Shaalan, Abdullah M.
Author_Institution :
EE Dept., King Saud Univ., Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Abstract :
This work investigates and analyses the electric energy interruptions impact upon the residential sector in resulting from severe power outages. The study results shows that this sector will suffer enormous tangible and intangible losses should interruptions occur in specific times, seasons and last for longer durations. In order to reduce these energy interruptions and hence mitigate their adverse effects and consequences, the study proposes proper practical measures and solutions without compromising the consumers´ needs and convenience.
Keywords :
power system faults; power system reliability; electric energy interruptions; intangible losses; power outages; proper practical measures; residential sector; Predictive models; Production; cost; energy conservation; energy interruption; power outages; residential consumer;
Conference_Titel :
Renewable and Sustainable Energy Conference (IRSEC), 2014 International
Print_ISBN :
978-1-4799-7335-4
DOI :
10.1109/IRSEC.2014.7059818