2007-08-14 17:15:58 · 3 answers · asked by Shashank B 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Physics
It is probably not a universal law. Siberia (Russia) is having trouble in winters, as far as I know. I think it has a lot to do with economics, too. If power plants need to be shut down for maintance, it makes more sence to do it in summer (in colder regions, at least) but if it's not well coordinated I can see how it can create a shortrage.
2007-08-14 20:40:23 · answer #1 · answered by Snowflake 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's true that in most places in developed countries, peak electric usage occurs on hot days, due to use of air conditioning. Humans have become far too easily dissatisfied with the temperature of their environment. We squander a major share of our energy usage upon that dissatisfaction. Just use a fan or a wet rag.
2007-08-16 02:26:57 · answer #2 · answered by Frank N 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It can happen sometimes due to the fact that during winter, not all heating is from electricity, but in summer, ALL cooling is done by electricity.
2007-08-15 04:19:28 · answer #3 · answered by blue_zoo22 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋