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ALTERNATING CURRENT
A type of electrical current.
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array
Also known as a solar array, an array is a group of solar panels that are wired together.
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AVOIDED COST
The amount it would cost the utility to produce or purchase a unit of energy.
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Azimuth
Angle measured clockwise from north indicating the angle between the north direction and the surface projection into the horizontal plane. For example, a 180 degree azimuth faces south.
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Battery
A device that stores electricity. Typically only used for solar power systems that are stand alone or off grid.
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cell
A photovoltaic module unit that provides the materials necessary to produce electricity.
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clean energy
Energy that, when generated, does not cause harm to the environment. Closely tied to renewable energy, including solar energy.
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Customer load
How much power your home uses.
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Direct current
An electrical current type, the opposite of alternating current.
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