Maximum Demand -

Understanding maximum demand requires distinguishing it from :

(or peak demand) refers to the highest level of electrical power drawn by a system or consumer over a specific timeframe, typically a 15- or 30-minute interval. While energy consumption measures total electricity used (kWh), maximum demand measures the "peak rate" of that usage (kW or kVA). Why Maximum Demand Matters maximum demand

$$\textMaximum Demand (kW) = \frac\textEnergy Consumed in the Window (kWh)\textDuration of the Window (h)$$ maximum demand