The development and maintenance of realistic load forecasts is fundamental to the planning and sound operation of any electric system. All RUS electric distribution and power supply borrowers are responsible for the development and maintenance of Power Requirement Studies for their systems. In order to obtain Rural Utilities Service' loan funds to finance upgrades and construction of electric power facilities, Borrower's Environmental Reports must be developed to review all proposed system improvements and their effect upon the environment. The start-up and cycling of large motors can cause severe degradation of power quality. In today's computer-oriented environment excessive voltage flicker can generate negative perceptions of quality of service.
Lightning arresters are a critical component of an effective protection plan.