Which outcome is expected when a power system fails to maintain BAAL compliance?

When a power system fails to maintain Balancing Authority Area Limit (BAAL) compliance, the most relevant outcome is a decrease in equipment longevity. BAAL compliance is critical for ensuring that the power system operates within prescribed limits to maintain reliability and stability. If a system does not comply with BAAL, it can lead to excessive strain and stress on the electrical equipment, such as generators, transformers, and transmission lines.

This stress can result in overheating, increased wear and tear, and ultimately a reduction in the lifespan of the equipment. In failing to adhere to compliance standards, the operational integrity of the components can be compromised, which can necessitate more frequent maintenance and replacement, further exacerbating issues related to longevity.

The other options do not correlate directly with a failure to maintain BAAL compliance. Increased overall system efficiency is generally enhanced by compliance with operational standards, not hindered by non-compliance. Greater operational transparency might improve due to the monitoring of compliance efforts but is not a guaranteed outcome and does not directly result from the failure itself. Likewise, improvements in load forecasting accuracy are unrelated to BAAL compliance and depend on other factors. Thus, the expectation is that non-compliance predominantly affects the longevity of equipment.