In context of electricity: The capability of a generating unit to automatically respond to the CAISO’s four-second automatic generation control signal to adjust its output as may be needed to maintain system frequency and reduce risks of outages. [Source: California Independent System Operator (CAISO), 2013 Flexible Capacity Procurement Requirements, p.9.]
Deploying and operating enough flexible, controllable resources to ensure grid reliability given the variability and uncertainty associated with intermittent renewable power generation. [Source: California Energy Commission (CEC) Website: http://www.cpuc.ca.gov/PUC/energy/Renewables/hot/Renewable+Integration.htm]
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Spark ignited engine where the manufacturer’s recommended operating air/fuel ratio divided by the theoretical air-to-fuel ratio required for complete combustion at full load conditions is less than or equal to 1.1. [Source: Code of Federal Regulations, Title 40, Part 63.6675.]
Small Disadvantaged Community means a community with a population of less than 20,000, and either: (1) a community Median Household Income (MHI) of less than eighty percent (80%) of the statewide MHI; or (2) a community sewer rate of more than four percent (4%) of the community’s MHI.
In context of California’s Disadvantaged Communities Program: A “Small Disadvantaged Community” is one with a population less than 20,000 and either: (1) a community Median Household Income (MHI) less than eighty percent (80%) of the statewide MHI; or (2) a community sewer rate more than four percent (4%) of the community’s MHI.
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