Primary energy sources are the fundamental sources of energy that are used to generate power. They encompass different types of…
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An on-bill program is an initiative offered by utility companies that allow customers to finance energy efficiency upgrades or renewable…
The metric ton, also known as the tonne, is a unit of mass that equals 1,000 kilograms or 2,204.62 pounds.…
The Solar Power Conditioning Unit (PCU) is an integrated system designed to charge the battery bank using either solar energy…
A parabolic dish is a type of solar collector that harnesses the power of sunlight in an interesting way. It…
Off-grid energy refers to a self-sufficient energy system that operates independently from the conventional power grid. It involves generating and…
Pondage refers to water buildup behind larger run-of-the-river systems. It involves storing a small amount of water during times of…
Power factor (PF) measures how efficiently you use electrical power. It is usually shown as a percentage, and a lower…
Parallel Path Flow, also referred to as loop flow, unscheduled power flow, or circulating power flow, is a phenomenon observed…
On-Bill Tariff (OBT) financing or Tariffed On-Bill (TOB) financing, is a mechanism that allows energy consumers to finance energy efficiency…
A microgrid is a self-contained power grid that can operate independently or in tandem with the main power grid. Its…
Peak sun hours are the specific duration during which the sun’s potency reaches an average of 1,000 watts of photovoltaic…