peaking plant

These type of plants generally run only when there is a high demand for electricity

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The German utility said the decision was made ‘based on current market conditions and project costs’

Construction has started on Centrica’s new back-up power plant at Peterborough power station. The 50MW gas-fired facility is expected to play a key role in supporting local peaks in demand, producing enough electricity to power around 50,000 homes. It will operate as a ‘peaking plant’, able to go from a cold start to full power […]