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Definition of "net-zero" []

  • Describing a building or system which generates as much energy (though solar and wind generation) as it uses from the electricity network. (adjective)

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Use "net-zero" in a sentence
  • "Fast forward two years, and we now sit in a beautiful, net-zero energy former Model T showroom, and how many people can say that?"
  • "In two years' time it has been transformed into a net-zero energy building that houses green start-up businesses."
  • "It wasn't long before we began another set of discussions, this time centered on things such as net-zero energy, materials, gardens, green businesses, water, and daylighting."