Title: Understanding electric power systems
Description: The Enron scandal notwithstanding, it is important for professionals in the electric power industry and related positions gain a solid understanding of electric power systems and how they work. Written by two veteran power company managers and respected experts, this is a real-world view of electric power systems, how they operate, how the organizations are structured, and how electricity is regulated and priced.   A comprehensive overview of the electric power industry from the inside  Covers electric power system components, electricity consumption, generation, transmission, distribution, electric utility operation, electric system control, power system reliability, government regulation, utility rate making, and financial considerations.   Includes an extensive glossary of key terms used in the U.S. and also definitions for terms used worldwide
Subjects: Electric power, Electric power systems, Electric utilities, Engineering, Nonfiction, Technology