Eskom to declare force majeure on wind farms as demand falls
The power utility has warned independent producers of wind generated power that it could declare force majeure on their contracts
31 March 2020 - 21:51
Eskom has told independent producers of wind-generated power that it will declare force majeure on their power purchase contracts due to a lack of demand for electricity during the lockdown.
Since the start of lockdown, energy demand has plummeted as businesses, mines and smelters close completely or go into care and maintenance.
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