South Korean Updates: MOTIE Implements Energy-Saving Measures for Summer (27 Jun 2013)

MOTIE Implements Energy-Saving Measures for Summer

June 27, 2013 Energy Saving Cooperation Division and the Electric Power Division Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy MOTIE Implements Energy-Saving Measures for Summer The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy announced energy saving measures for the summer which came until force as of June 18 and will remain in effect until the end of August.  As unprecedented power shortages are expected over the summer due to the higher temperatures than previous years and temporary shutdowns at some of the nation’s nuclear power plants, the Ministry will make it mandatory for businesses whose contract demand is greater than 5,000 kilowatts to reduce their electricity consumption up to 15 percent from 10 to 11 am and 2 to 5 pm when the electricity demand hits at peak level. The measures will be implemented from August 5.  Commercial buildings with higher electricity demands are required to keep their indoor temperatures at 26 degrees Celsius or above, while stores should keep their doors closed when air-conditioning systems are in use.  Additionally, during peak demand hours, public institutions and buildings with higher electricity demands will be required to turn off their air conditioners every 30 minutes.  Government and public institutions also pledged to keep their indoor temperatures at or above 28 degrees Celsius and reduce electricity consumption by 15 percent. At peak hours, the percentage will be up to 20 percent. * Released by the Energy Saving Cooperation Division and the Electric Power Division
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