Microgeneration
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Microgeneration is a noun meaning (countable, demography) A demographic or cohort similar to a generation but covering a shorter timespan.
Meaning
(countable, demography) A demographic or cohort similar to a generation but covering a shorter timespan.
More Meanings
- (uncountable) The generation of zero-carbon or low-carbon heat and power by individuals, small businesses and communities to meet their own needs.
Example Sentences
The elderly are market segments, by generations or microgenerations within age cohorts or by historical experience as personality types.
Microgeneration has the potential to make a significant contribution to overall energy use in the UK and, combined with energy efficiency measures, will help towards reducing our carbon emissions. The concerned individual can take an active role in the battle against climate change.
Word Forms
- microgenerations
- micro-generation
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include micro-generation, micropower, microgrid, microgenerator, microhome, micro-home.
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