Definition: Reduced Co2 Emissions

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Reduced Co2 Emissions

Functions that provide this benefit can lead to avoided vehicle miles, decrease the amount of central generation needed to their serve load (through reduced electricity consumption, reduced electricity losses, more optimal generation dispatch), and or reduce peak generation. These impacts translate into a reduction in CO2 emissions produced by fossil-based electricity generators and vehicles.[1]




Related Terms
electricity generationreduced electricity lossessmart grid
References
  1. SmartGrid.gov 'Description of Benefits'


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