Sudden Blackouts Everywhere

March 4, 2008

IN reality, the reason for power problems in Indonesia is obvious; a supply shortage. In almost every region, peak electricity loads are greater than supply capability. The JavaBali region has the highest peak loads of any region in the country and reserves are never more than 20 percent, despite the fact that reserves are only said to be safe if they amount to at least 30 percent. Not surprisingly then, blackouts are occurring, as they have been

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