##  [Curtailment](/curtailment) 

  ##  [Curtailment](https://engineering.quantumdictionary.io/curtailment-0) 

  

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**Engineering & Applied Technologies Dictionary**

 







 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

Definition

The intentional reduction of a generator's power output below its available capacity by an operator or control system for reasons such as maintaining system reliability, resolving congestion, complying with market signals, or respecting technical limits.