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Energy

Primary Energy

Energy available in nature before any conversion (coal, oil, uranium, wind, sun).

Full definition

Distinct from final energy (delivered to consumers after conversion) and useful energy (actually consumed by the service). Conversion coefficient in France: 1 kWh of electricity = 2.3 kWh of primary energy (until 2019), 2.3 or 1 depending on current use.

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