Petrol

Petrol

a naturally occurring, flammable liquid consisting of a complex mixture of hydrocarbons of various molecular weights and other liquid organic compounds, that are found in geologic formations beneath the Earth's surface. A fossil fuel, it is formed when large quantities of dead organisms, usually zooplankton and algae, are buried underneath sedimentary rock and undergo intense heat and pressure.

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Methyl chloroform (trichloroethane)

Energy; Coal

An industrial chemical (CH3CCl3) used as a solvent, aerosol propellant, and pesticide and for metal degreasing.

Incremental effects

Energy; Coal

The annual changes in energy use (measured in megawatthours) and peak load (measured inkilowatts) caused by new participants in existing DSM (Demand-SideManagement) programmes and all participants in ...

Methylene chloride

Energy; Coal

A colourless liquid, nonexplosive and practically nonflammable. Used as a refrigerant in centrifugal compressors, a solvent for organic materials, and acomponent in nonflammable paint removers.

Metered data

Energy; Coal

End-use data obtained through the direct measurement of the total energy consumed for specific uses within the individual household. Individual appliances can be submetered by connecting the ...

In situ leach mining (ISL)

Energy; Coal

The recovery, by chemical leaching, of the valuable components of a mineral deposit without physical extraction of the mineralized rock from the ground. Also referred to as "solution mining."

Metered peak demand

Energy; Coal

The presence of a device to measure the maximum rate of electricity consumption per unit of time.This device allows electric utility companies to bill their customers for maximum consumption, as well ...

In-house demand-side management (DSM) programme sponsor

Energy; Coal

The building's owner or management encourages consumers in the building to improve energy efficiency, reduce energy costs, change timing or energy usage, or promote the use of a different energy ...