toppperioden
Toppperioden is a term used in Scandinavian languages, notably Norwegian and Swedish, to denote the peak period during which activity or demand is at its highest. In energy markets, toppperioden specifically refers to the hours of the day when electricity consumption and grid stress are greatest, and when prices or tariffs may be higher than during other periods.
The exact definition of toppperioden varies by country, region, and supplier. Some tariffs define a fixed window,
Outside of electricity, the concept can appear in other sectors where demand fluctuates, such as telecommunications
Etymology-wise, toppperioden combines topp, meaning peak, with perioden, meaning the period. Because its exact hours and