Ramp

The rate at which the interchange schedule or generator output is attained.

Last Updated:  November 28, 2025

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Also known as:  

Ramp Rate

Definition by NERC

Source:

(Schedule) The rate, expressed in megawatts per minute, at which the interchange schedule is attained during the ramp period.

(Generator) The rate, expressed in megawatts per minute, that a generator changes its output.

Definition in a European Union Regulation

Source: p7

‘ramping rate’ means the rate of change of active power by a power generating module, demand facility or HVDC system;