Definition: Balancing Authority Area

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Balancing Authority Area

The collection of generation, transmission, and loads within the metered boundaries of the Balancing Authority. The Balancing Authority maintains loadresource balance within this area.^[1]

Related Terms: transmission lines, Balancing Authority, transmission line, smart grid

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