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Glossary Energy Engineering / Term

Source Energy

All the energy used in delivering energy to a site, including power generation and transmission and distribution losses, to perform a specific function, such as space conditioning, lighting, or water heating. Approximately three watts (or 10.239 Btus) of energy is consumed to deliver one watt of usable electricity.

Permanent link Source Energy - Creation date 2020-04-22


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