Energy efficiency

Energy efficiency

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Ethyl tertiary butyl ether (ETBE)

Energy; Energy efficiency

A chemical compound produced in a reaction between ethanol and isobutylene (a petroleum-derived by-product of the refining process). ETBE has characteristics superior to other ethers: low volatility, ...

Electrolysis

Energy; Energy efficiency

A chemical change in a substance that results from the passage of an electric current through an electrolyte. The production of commercial hydrogen by separating the elements of water, hydrogen, and ...

Formaldehyde

Energy; Energy efficiency

A chemical used as a preservative and in bonding agents. It is found in household products such as plywood, furniture, carpets, and some types of foam insulation. It is also a by-product of ...

Passivation

Energy; Energy efficiency

A chemical reaction that eliminates the detrimental effect of electrically reactive atoms on a photovoltaic cell's surface.

Silicon

Energy; Energy efficiency

A chemical element, of atomic number 14, that is semi-metallic, and an excellent semiconductor material used in solar photovoltaic devices; commonly found in sand.

Hydrogen

Energy; Energy efficiency

A chemical element that can be used as a fuel since it has a very high energy content.

Demand charge

Energy; Energy efficiency

A charge for the maximum rate at which energy is used during peak hours of a billing period. That part of a power provider service charged for on the basis of the possible demand as distinguished ...