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Capacity factor is a measure of how often a power plant runs at its maximum potential over a specific period, reflecting its efficiency and reliability. It is crucial for assessing the performance and economic viability of energy-generating facilities, particularly in comparing different types of power plants.
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Preemption refers to the principle where a higher authority's law supersedes or overrides the law of a lower authority when there is a conflict between the two. It is often discussed in the context of federal and state law in the United States, where federal law can preempt state law under the Supremacy Clause of the Constitution.
Reserved powers refer to the political authority that a constitution allocates exclusively to subnational governments, typically found in federal systems, allowing them to legislate and regulate within their borders on matters not explicitly delegated to the national government. In the United States, the Tenth Amendment explicitly acknowledges these powers, underscoring the balance of power between state and federal governments.
The Preemption Doctrine is a principle of constitutional law that allows federal law to supersede state law when both pertain to the same matter, based on the Supremacy Clause of the U.S. Constitution. This doctrine ensures uniformity and prevents conflict between different levels of laws, ensuring that federal statutes and treaties prevail over conflicting state provisions.
State legislation refers to the laws and regulations enacted by individual state governments within a federal system to address local issues and exercise their reserved powers. This legislative process allows states to respond to the unique needs of their citizens while operating under the broader framework of the federal Constitution.
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