BPC to remotely cut households� load
Thursday, April 23, 2015
Power shortages are anticipated this winter due to increased demand while supply will be constricted by below capacity generation from Morupule B coupled with constrained imports from Eskom.
Effective April, 28, 2015, BPC will commence the Demand Side Management (DSM) initiative, to remotely manage power usage that might strictly limit people from using heaters or electrical stoves. The initiatives will entail domestic and small business customers required to maintain loads within 10A (2300Watts) during peak periods (6-10am & 6-10pm).
While his leadership has brought about significant progress and development, it is imperative that he exercises greater caution in his choice of words, particularly when addressing sensitive matters.One of the primary concerns is the potential impact of his remarks on Botswana’s relationship with De Beers, the diamond mining giant that plays a crucial role in the nation’s economy.The partnership between Botswana and De Beers has been mutually...