Inverter
An inverter converts direct current (DC), for example from PV modules or a battery energy storage system (BESS), into alternating […]
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September 3, 2026
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Heat Pump
A heat pump extracts thermal energy from a heat source such as ambient air, the ground or water and raises
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Full Feed-In
Full feed-in, also referred to as full export, describes an operating model for PV systems in which all generated electrical
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SSO and MFA
Short Definition Single sign-on (SSO) allows users to access multiple connected applications using one centrally managed digital identity. Multi-factor authentication
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PLC (Programmable Logic Controller)
A programmable logic controller (PLC) is an industrial control computer that monitors and controls machines, systems and technical processes according
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Spot Market Price: Electricity Prices in Short-Term Trading
The spot market price is the wholesale price of electricity for short-term delivery. The spot market includes day-ahead and intraday
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Smart Grid Readiness
Short Definition Smart Grid Readiness describes the technical ability of a device or energy system to provide relevant measurements and
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Repowering and Revamping
Repowering and revamping are commonly used industry terms for the technical optimization of existing photovoltaic (PV) systems. However, they are
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Reporting for PV Systems
Reporting for PV systems summarises the operating and yield data of a photovoltaic installation for a defined period in a
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Balancing Energy
Balancing energy helps offset short-term imbalances between electricity generation and consumption and stabilise grid frequency. Suitable generation assets, battery storage