Definition
The actual useful power consumed by electrical loads to perform work, measured in watts (W) or megawatts (MW). Real power is the rate at which energy is transferred — distinct from energy measured in kilowatt-hours (kWh) or megawatt-hours (MWh). It represents the energy-converting component of electricity — the portion that drives motors, heats resistors, and lights lamps. In transmission planning, real power flows are the primary driver of thermal limits and are the basis for most commercial energy transactions.
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Topic Deck
Markets & Pricing
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Source
FERC Pro Forma OATT / LGIP