What is distributed generation and base load generation?
Base load generation is any form of power generated on a regular basis to supply a facility or the grid as opposed to emergency generation, which is onsite power generation equipment, usually diesel engines, and storage device such as batteries intended to be operated for limited periods when service is interrupted due to utility outages. Distributed generation involves any technology that produces power outside of the utility grid and includes combustion turbines, engines, fuel cells, wind turbines, and solar energy systems. This equipment may be operated either in parallel with or independent of the grid. Distributed power includes all distributed generation technologies plus energy storage. Distributed energy includes all distributed generation and power technologies plus demand-side measures such as energy management, energy-efficient equipment such as lighting, heating cooling and refrigeration systems, as well as load management and peak shaving devices.
