Question
GSMediumPrelims 2016Environment & Ecology

‘Net metering’ is sometimes seen in the news in the context of promoting the -

Explanation

Net metering (also known as net energy metering) is a solar incentive that allows you to store energy in the electric grid. When your solar panels produce excess power, that energy is sent to the grid and in exchange, you can pull from the grid when your system is under-producing like during night-time.

More questions fromEnvironment & Ecology

See All Answers

Trusted by 2L aspirants

Practice UPSC Prelims PYQs Smarter

Practice Now
  • Track accuracy & weak areas
  • See past trends & repeated themes
Start Practicing Now

PYQs by Papers

Most repeated Topics from Environment & Ecology in Last 5 years

Repeated Topics
Questions in Last 5 Years
Environmental Pollution15 (21%)
Climate Change Mitigation14 (19%)
Institutional Measures for Environment Conservation12 (17%)
Climate Change12 (17%)
Indian Biodiversity - Fauna8 (11%)

Crack UPSC with your
Personal AI Mentor

An AI-powered ecosystem to learn, practice, and evaluate with discipline

SuperKalam
SuperKalam is your personal mentor for UPSC preparation, guiding you at every step of the exam journey.

Download the App

Get it on Google PlayDownload on the App Store
Follow us

ⓒ Snapstack Technologies Private Limited