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Peak load plant
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Peak Load Plant (Energy) 
A plant usually housing old, low-efficiency steam units, gas turbines, diesels, or pumped-storage hydroelectric equipment normally used during the peak-load periods.
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Peak Load Plant (Uk Power)
A plant usually housing low-efficiency, quick response steam units, gas turbines, diesels, or pumped-storage hydroelectric equipment normally used during the maximum load periods. Characterized by quick start times and generally high operating costs, but low capital costs
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