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Generator: A generator is a machine that produces electricity. The term also refers to generation companies, which produce electricity to sell in the National Electricity Market (NEM).

Gigawatt (GW): A measure of electricity equal to one billion watts.

Gigawatt hour (GWh): One billion watts used for one hour.

Greenhouse gases: Gases that prevent heat from escaping from the atmosphere.

Grid: The transmission and distribution network over which electricity moves from suppliers to consumers. Also see Network.

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