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    'Net metering' is sometimes seen in the news in the context of promoting the (IAS Prelims 2016)

    A) production and use of solar energy by the households consumers

    B) use of piped natural gas in the kitchens of households

    C) installation of CNG kits in motor-cars

    D) installation of water meters in urban households

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

    (i) A Net metering is a billing mechanism that credits solar energy system owners for the electricity they add to the grid. Net metering allows residential and commercial customers who generate their own electricity from solar power to feed electricity they do not use back into the grid. (ii) Under Net-metering system, Customer installs a solar or wind power plant on his premise, gets it grid-connected with the electricity distribution company (DISCOM) Hence is the apt choice.


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