microgeneration

Definitions

1. The generation of zero-carbon or low-carbon heat and power by individuals, small businesses and communities to meet their own needs.
   uncountable
2. A demographic or cohort similar to a generation but covering a shorter timespan.
   countable

Examples

“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⟳.”

“The elderly are market segments, by generations or microgenerations within age cohorts or by historical experience⟳ as personality types.”

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