Conversion · Definition

Conversion efficiency

Useful output divided by an explicitly defined process input on a consistent basis.

Definition

Useful output divided by an explicitly defined process input on a consistent basis. Follow the related lesson to see how this term changes a system boundary or decision.

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Conversion pathways, mass and energy balances

A pathway is credible when every input, product, coproduct, emission and loss is accounted for on a common basis.

REFERENCES

References & further reading

  1. U.S. Department of Energy (2024). Feedstock-Conversion Interface Consortium: Crosscutting Analysis Research.Open source