9. Glossary
CAPEX
Capital expenditure refers to fixed assets, i.e. expenditure with a positive long-term value.
KPI
The key performance indicator (KPI) is a quantitative measure that tracks the energy performance of a system.
OPEX
Operating expenses and running costs for running a product, business or system.
KING
Return on investment (expressed as a percentage). Its abbreviation is ROI for return on investment. In practical terms, ROI enables you to compare investments, taking into account the money invested and the money earned (or lost). It enables you to choose the most profitable investment.
VAN
Net present value (NPV) is...
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Décret n° 2019-771 du 23 juillet 2019 . This decree, known as the tertiary sector decree, requires industrial sites of over 1,000 m 2 to reduce their energy consumption by 40% by 2030.
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Association of over a hundred heat exchanger manufacturers and integrators.
Industrial association for energy efficiency, including a CEE club presenting all standard CEE operation sheets.
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