Knowledge base
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100%RES
~Or 100PRE are abbreviations, collective names for energy provider systems that use renewable energy to 100%.
A
Algorithm
~A series of steps from the beginning of a task to its solution.
Algorithmic thinking
~We use algorithmic thinking on a day-to-day basis in everyday living, learning and working; we create algorithms for others, series of activities, and we plan out information flow processes. It has multiple levels.
B
BEI
~The abbreviation of Baseline Emission Inventory, the base numbers of carbon dioxide equivalent emission of a specific analyzed area which can be compared to pollutant emission savings. The starting point and an indispensable part of a SEAP document.
Biomass
~Biomass is vegetation that can be used in energetics for energy generation.
BioSNG
~The abbreviation of Bio Synthetic Natural Gas. The word 'Synthetic' refers to its manufacturing process which uses multiple types of renewable energy.
C
CNG
~The abbreviation of Compressed Natural Gas. This type of fuel is a suitable propellant for internal combustion engines, providing other uses for methane or BioSNG.
CO2eq
~It is the converted carbon dioxide equivalent of greenhouse gases. The most common greenhouse gases are carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide.
D
Digital literacy
~Digital literacy contains knowledge developed into skills enabling users to utilize the opportunities provided by computers, such as word-processors, spreadsheets, and understanding other application software. General knowledge of networks and the Internet is strongly connected to this, and the importance of multimedia applications is also increasing.
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EE
~Energy efficiency, the solution or execution of a given task or function with the least amount of energy needed. For example, heating demand in buildings can be reduced by improving insulation.
EGS
~The abbreviation of Enhanced Geothermal System, essentially the use of geothermal heat produced by deep rock layers without geothermally heated groundwater, using the rock itself as a heat exchanger.
EV
~The abbreviation of Electric Vehicle.
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GHG
~The abbreviation of Greenhouse Gas, a compilation of gases that cause the Greenhouse effect to intensify, including carbon dioxide, methane, mono-nitrogen oxides, and nitrous oxide.
H
H2020
~Horizon 2020 is the European Union innovation, research, and development policy for 2014-2020. Its objective is to improve the continent's global competitiveness by prioritizing innovation in the energy sector.
I
IPCC
~The abbreviation of Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change organization.
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ORC
~The abbreviation of Organic Rankine Cycle, a process that enables the use of low-temperature (mostly renewable) heat sources to produce electricity.
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PV
~The abbreviation of Photovoltaic, which is also the collective name for devices, systems, and technology that use solar power to produce electricity.
Programming language
~A programming language used in computing, consisting of a series of instructions readable by people, which can be used to directly or indirectly communicate with a computer to execute a task.
S
Sustainable Energy Action Plan
~Or SEAP, a local level energetics strategy aiming for at least 20% carbon dioxide emission savings by 2020 across the entire local area, including population, public buildings, and industry.
SEAP
~Sustainable Energy Action Plan; a local level energetics strategy aiming for at least 20% carbon dioxide emission savings by 2020 across the entire local area.
Smart City
~A settlement developed to cover sustainability and well-being across all areas using cutting-edge technology.
Smart Energy
~Renewable energy management, requiring complex energy management due to dependency on uncontrollable factors like weather, resulting in what is called Smart Energy.
Smart Home
~An element of Smart City energy, where buildings use smart coordination of home energy consumers, providers, and storages.
Smart Mobility
~The collective name for transportation methods compatible with a smart city energy system, playing an essential role in sustainable energy provision.