UPSC PRELIMS · ECONOMICS · INDIAN ECONOMY: ENERGY

Consider the following: 1. Battery storage 2. Biomass generators 3. Fuel cells 4. Rooftop solar photovoltaic systems How many of the above are examples of Distributed Energy Resources?

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EXPLANATION

Distributed Energy Resources are small-scale energy resources connected close to electricity users or distribution networks. Battery storage, biomass generation, fuel cells and rooftop solar PV can all function as distributed energy resources.

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