GLOSSARY OF TERMS
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Green Power
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Green power is the generic name given to electricity generated from clean, renewable energy sources. Green power sources can include solar (photovoltaic and thermal), wind power, new hydro on existing dams, biomass, wave energy and landfill gas. It is also the name used for a national scheme that sets stringent environmental and reporting standards for renewable energy products offered by electricity suppliers. Consumers can request electricity suppliers to source the energy they use from renewable sources such as wind, solar and hydro power instead of from non-renewable sources such as brown coal. For information about the availability of green power in your area visit the Green Power web site - www.greenpower.com.au.
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