Bylaw 15643
May 2, 2011
84. Renewable Energy Device also known as Alternative Energy System or Power Generation Device means a device where energy is derived from sources that are not depleted by using them, these include:
Co-generation production of electricity and thermal energy from the same source, rejected heat from industrial processes can be used to power an electric generator surplus heat from electric generator can be used for industrial processes or for heating purposes (also referred to as combined heat and power – chp).
District Energy refers to a group of buildings sharing one energy supply for both heating and cooling (does not produce electricity).
Solar-electrical (PV) Photovoltaic solar panels/modules use the sun’s energy to produce electricity. That electricity can be used immediately, stored in batteries for later use or fed back to the electricity grid for use by others.
Solar Thermal uses the sun’s energy to produce solar hot water. There are two main types of solar hot water systems to choose from: flat plate and tube collectors.
Geothermal/ Earth Energy refers to tapping the heat of the earth itself kilometers deep into the earth’s crust. This type of energy is also referred to as geo-thermal energy, though geo-thermal usually refers to the energy derived from areas much deeper beneath the earth’s surface.
Wind Energy Conversion System commonly known as Wind Turbines refers to wind power that is produced by the wind turning rotors mounted to a turbine. This energy is converted to electricity which can be used immediately, stored in batteries or fed back onto the power grid.