Why do utilities do this?
During peak load periods when electric energy may be in short supply, a voltage reduction reduces customer demand and allows a utility to stretch out its supply. This is one of a series of steps that allows utilities to maintain uninterrupted service to customers.

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1. What is a voltage reduction?
2. Why do utilities do this?
3. Am I going to see a voltage reduction this summer?
4. Will there be any advanced notification of voltage reductions?
5. What effect will this have on my service?
6. What if I depend on electricity for life support or other health-related equipment?
7. How long will the voltage reduction last?
8. Why do utilities ask customers to avoid using power?
9. How much difference can turning off lights and appliances really make?
10. How many times will you have to do this?
11. What will happen if not enough people pay attention to the appeal to reduce consumption?