FAQ

What is the Heat Rate?
Heat rate is the amount of energy required by an electrical generator or a power plant to produce a one-kilowatt hour of electricity. Heat Rate is usually measured using the Watt for Power. Note that the value of Heat Rate is always negative.
Can the Heat Rate be negative?
Yes, the Heat Rate, measured in Power can be negative.
What unit is used to measure Heat Rate?
Heat Rate is usually measured using the Watt[W] for Power. Kilowatt[W], Milliwatt[W], Microwatt[W] are the few other units in which Heat Rate can be measured.
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