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Energy efficiency

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Energy efficiency

Life cycle cost

Energy; Energy efficiency

The sum of all the costs both recurring and nonrecurring, related to a product, structure, system, or service during its life span or specified time period.

Relamping

Energy; Energy efficiency

Relamping is essentially re-newing a projector lamp. When a projector lamp reaches the end of its life, replace the bulb on the inside with a new OEM bulb and cover for 90-day warranty. The spent ...

Portfolio standard

Energy; Energy efficiency

The requirement that an electric power provider generate or purchase a specified percentage of the power it supplies/sells from renewable energy resources, and thereby guarantee a market for ...

Yaw

Energy; Energy efficiency

The rotation of a horizontal axis wind turbine around its tower or vertical axis.

Insolation

Energy; Energy efficiency

The solar power density incident on a surface of stated area and orientation, usually expressed as Watts per square metre or Btu per square foot per hour.

Plenum

Energy; Energy efficiency

The space between a hanging ceiling and the floor above or roof; usually contains HVAC ducts, electrical wiring, fire suppression system piping, etc.

Occupied space

Energy; Energy efficiency

The space within a building or structure that is normally occupied by people, and that may be conditioned (heated, cooled and/or ventilated).

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