‘Net metering’ is sometimes seen in the news in the context of promoting the -
Detailed Explanation:
Answer: Option 1 — production and use of solar energy by the households/consumers
Net metering is a billing mechanism that allows households and businesses with solar panel installations to send excess electricity generated during the day back to the power grid. In return, they receive credits on their electricity bills which can be used when they draw power from the grid during night-time or cloudy periods when solar production is low. This system promotes decentralized solar energy generation by making rooftop solar installations economically viable for individual consumers, as they effectively use the grid as a virtual battery without needing expensive physical storage systems.
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