Re: if a generator is generating 20MW and only 5MW is used where does the other 15MW goes?

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2011/04/27 at 1:20 am #12020
Simon Foster
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Mizun said:

If you load 2tons on a truck of 18 tons, where does 16 tons go?

If you can answer this, you have answered your question.

Mizun Group

That's your answer…

 

The generator is capable of 20MW   but only does it when required.

 

Simon