Firming

The process of maintaining stable, for a committed duration of time, the output of Generation Plant that has inherently Intermittent characteristics such as Wind Turbines or Solar Photovoltaics (Solar PV).  Firming is required to mitigate the propagation of Volatility in the wider Power System.

Given the fast-evolving nature of power system transformation, the Future Grid Accelerator (FGA) has the status of a perpetual BETA version. Your suggestions for how each concept and definition may be enhanced are very welcome.

All feedback will be reviewed and considered for inclusion in subsequent updates.

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