How can we better deal with peak power deficits?

Install more power generation capacity

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Install more electricity saving appliances.

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Increase the peak time tariffs of electricity

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Reduce the peak time tariffs of electricity

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Solution

The correct options are
A
Install more power generation capacity

B
Install more electricity saving appliances.

C
Increase the peak time tariffs of electricity

Installing more power generation capacity, using electricity saving appliances and introducing peak time tariffs can all help in reducing the gap between electricity demand and supply, thus reducing the deficit.

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