Microgeneration Flashcards
1
Q
What is Microgeneration
A
Small scale eletrcial generation
2
Q
Microelectricity
A
Solar PV
Wind
3
Q
Microheat
A
Solar Thermal
Ground source heat pumps
Biomass
4
Q
Benefits of microgeneration
A
Reduced energy costs
- less electricity used from national grid
- less heating oil used to heat
- less natural gas used if a pipeline is available
- less fuels purchased for heating
Contribution to environmental targets
- reduce carbon emissions
Security
- requires less fuel and electricity
Incentive
- reduces repayments for microgeneration systems
