6. Glossary
PSH (Pumped-Storage Power plant) ; Station de transfert d’énergie par pompage ( STEP )
Hydraulic energy storage installation that uses two reservoirs at different elevations : water is pumped to the upper reservoir when there is a surplus of electricity, and later released to the lower reservoir through turbines to generate electricity on demand.
Heat Pump ; Pompe à chaleur ( PAC )
Electro-mechanical device, either electrically or mechanically driven, that transfers heat from a cold source to a hot source, consuming electricity. It is used for heating or cooling purposes.
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