This is a report from the Agency for Natural Resources and Energy regarding the electricity supply and demand outlook for the week of July 14-18, 2025. The report indicates that stable electricity supply will be secured across all areas.
The electricity supply and demand outlook covers the period from Monday, July 14 to Friday, July 18, 2025. All areas are expected to maintain reserve margins of 8% or higher, significantly exceeding the 3% reserve margin considered the minimum threshold for stable supply. The electricity supply and demand situation is expected to remain stable throughout the period.
The importance of reserve margins cannot be overstated in electricity system management. A reserve margin of 8% or higher indicates sufficient supply capacity to meet demand. The 3% threshold represents the minimum level necessary for stable supply operations. Higher reserve margins provide greater flexibility to respond to sudden demand increases or power plant troubles, ensuring system reliability.
Summer electricity demand management presents unique challenges as mid-July marks the period when cooling demand begins in earnest. The forecasts account for expected demand increases due to rising temperatures, while planned operation of generation facilities ensures stable supply is maintained throughout the peak demand period.
The report demonstrates that even during the summer peak electricity demand period, all areas nationwide can secure sufficient reserve margins, enabling stable electricity supply across the country.