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Meaning of energy deficit
What is meant by energy deficit?
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- 1 States that demand is greater than supply or needs cannot be met.
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Energy deficit is when energy demand is greater than supply, so there is not enough energy to meet people's needs.
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Energy deficit means power cuts.
Power cuts may result from a deficit, but the definition is demand being greater than supply.