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In this paper, several definitions of reactive and apparent power in t
he non-sinusoidal regime are analysed and their repercussions in energ
y-billing are assessed. The classical method of optimisation by capaci
tor bank is considered to be problematic since it produces frequent re
sonances and increased harmonic distortion.