Estimation of baseload consumption

[katwalatapan]

Hello,

I wanted to inquire about general estimation of baseload consumption as a percentage of total consumption without looking at yearly energy consumption data.

Is the following estimate reasonable assumption of baseload consumption for each type of fuel:

1. Furnace oil: 40% of total consumption
2. Natural Gas: 40% of total consumption
3. Propane: 40% of total consumption
4. Electricity: 75% of total consumption

Thank you.

 

[ScottyUK]

Fuel for what purpose?

 

[katwalatapan]

@ScottyUK: Fuel used for energy source in a heating system

 

[VEBill]

No.

For example, furnace oil is typically used for space heating in cold clinates during the heating season. The baseload consumption (revealed during the summer months) would be essentially zero.

I don't believe there's any fixed relationship between total and baseline consumption except that which might be revealed by actual data. And the ratio would certainly vary with every possible parameter (location, customer mix, climate, weather, etc.).

Am I interpreting your question correctly?

 

[katwalatapan]

@VE1BLL

You are correct. The variables that you mentioned such as location, customer, climate, etc. are definitely valid. My question was based on whether there is any rule of thumb for estimating baseload consumption. I agree that the baseload consumption data is measured by monitoring the actual.