Terminology / Definitions

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We provide in this section short definitions and explanations for the terms and concepts we refer to in order to ease the understanding of our readers.

Green Energy:
Refers to environment friendly power and energy that comes from renewable and non-polluting energy sources. Solar, wind, hydropower, geothermal, and biomass (wood and animal waste, landfill mass) are good examples of primary green energy sources.

Greenhouse Effect:
The global warming attributed to a buildup of carbon dioxide or other gases.

Greenhouse Gas:
Any gas including carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide that contributes to the greenhouse effect.