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Glossary Renewable energy / Term

Energy carrier

Substance or phenomenon (energy system) that contains energy produced from primary sources that can subsequently be converted to other forms, even at a later time or in another location. An example is hydrogen which, unlike raw materials such as fossil fuels, isn't naturally available: it needs to be produced using industrial processes and then stored and transported via pipelines or in tanks before it can be used for various purposes.

Permanent link Energy carrier - Creation date 2021-10-28


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