net-zero

== English == === Alternative forms === net zero === Adjective === net-zero (not comparable) Resulting in neither a surplus or deficit because gains and losses cancel out. (architecture, electricity, environmentalism) Of a building or system, generating as much energy through solar, wind, and other renewable resources as it uses from the electricity network. 2010, Julianna Cummins and Edmonton Journal, Sun shines on Belgravia eco home, Calgary Herald: Heath's home is defined as net-zero, which means it produces as much energy as it consumes throughout the year. ==== Descendants ==== → Welsh: sero net ==== Translations ==== === Further reading === zero-energy building on Wikipedia.Wikipedia