Lastgangs
Lastgangs, in the energy sector, refer to the time-resolved representation of electrical load. The term is commonly translated as load profiles or load curves and describes how electricity consumption or demand evolves over time for a customer, a group of customers, or a geographic area. Lastgangs can be based on actual meter readings or on forecasted or synthetic models used for planning and market simulations.
Measured Lastgangs are derived from interval metering data, typically with resolutions such as 15 minutes, 30
Applications of Lastgangs include tariff design and billing, demand management, peak shaving, and grid reliability planning.
See also: load curve, load profile, energy forecasting, metering, demand response.