I. What is Gas Risk Management? Gas risk management is the process of identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential risks associated with the handling, transportation, and storage of gases, particularly in the fossil fuels industry. This includes risks related to the release of harmful gases into the environment, as well as risks to the health and … Read more
I. What is a Renewable Energy Certificate (REC)? A Renewable Energy Certificate (REC) is a tradable certificate that represents the environmental attributes of renewable energy generation. When renewable energy is produced, RECs are created to track the amount of clean energy generated and consumed. RECs are used to incentivize the production of renewable energy and … Read more
I. What is Biomass Resource Utilization? Biomass resource utilization refers to the process of converting organic materials, such as wood, agricultural residues, and municipal solid waste, into energy. This renewable energy source has been used for centuries, dating back to the use of wood for heating and cooking. Biomass resource utilization is considered a sustainable … Read more
I. What is a nuclear accident? A nuclear accident is an event that results in the release of radioactive material from a nuclear reactor or other nuclear facility. These accidents can occur due to a variety of reasons, including equipment failure, human error, natural disasters, or sabotage. The release of radioactive material can have serious … Read more
I. What is a Button Cell? Button cells, also known as coin cells, are small, round batteries commonly used in electronic devices such as watches, calculators, remote controls, and hearing aids. These batteries are typically made of a metal casing containing a chemical electrolyte and a cathode and anode. The small size and shape of … Read more
I. What is Energy Arbitrage? Energy arbitrage is a strategy used in the energy industry to take advantage of price differences between buying and selling electricity. This practice involves buying electricity when prices are low and storing it for later use or selling it back to the grid when prices are high. By doing so, … Read more
I. What is Battery Intellectual Property? Battery intellectual property refers to the legal rights and protections granted to individuals or companies for their innovations and inventions related to batteries. This can include patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets that are used to protect the unique designs, technologies, and processes involved in creating batteries. Battery intellectual … Read more
I. What is Solar Thermal Electricity? Solar thermal electricity, also known as concentrated solar power (CSP), is a renewable energy technology that uses mirrors or lenses to concentrate sunlight onto a small area, generating heat that is used to produce electricity. Unlike photovoltaic (PV) solar panels, which convert sunlight directly into electricity, solar thermal systems … Read more
I. What is Over-discharge? Over-discharge is a phenomenon that occurs when a battery is discharged beyond its recommended capacity. This means that the battery is drained of power to a level that can cause irreversible damage to its cells. Over-discharge can happen in various types of batteries, including lithium-ion, lead-acid, and nickel-cadmium batteries. It is … Read more
I. What is Charge Cycle Efficiency? Charge cycle efficiency refers to the effectiveness of a battery in storing and releasing energy over multiple charge and discharge cycles. In simpler terms, it measures how efficiently a battery can convert electrical energy into chemical energy during charging and then back into electrical energy during discharging. This metric … Read more