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Energy efficiency
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Energy efficiency
Starting surge
Energy; Energy efficiency
Power, often above an appliance's rated wattage, required to bring any appliance with a motor up to operating speed.
Distribution line
Energy; Energy efficiency
One or more circuits of a distribution system on the same line or poles or supporting structures' usually operating at a lower voltage relative to the transmission line.
Pound of steam
Energy; Energy efficiency
One pound of water in vapour phase; is NOT steam pressure, which is expressed as pounds per square inch (psi).
Megawatt
Energy; Energy efficiency
One thousand kilowatts, or 1 million watts; standard measure of electric power plant generating capacity.
Open-loop geothermal heat pump system
Energy; Energy efficiency
Open-loop (also known as "direct") systems circulate water drawn from a ground or surface water source. Once the heat has been transferred into or out of the water, the water is returned to a well or ...
