Ch6 Microgeneration Flashcards
1
Q
Define microgeneration
A
The small-scale generation of heat and power
2
Q
List the main sources of microelectrictity generation
A
- Solar PV
- Wind
3
Q
List the main sources of microheat generation
A
- Solar thermal
- Ground source heat pumps
- Biomass
Air source heat pumps are not listed in LO
4
Q
Name the 4 main components of a heat pump
A
- Evaporator
- Compressor
- Condensor
- Expansion Valve
5
Q
COP =
A
Thermal Energy on hot side / Power added to the system
Qh / W
