Direct and Indirect Energy Savings

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-008019",
  "term": "Direct and Indirect Energy Savings",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "Air conditioning energy savings from installing a cool roof or planting shade trees to reduce heat transfer into homes and buildings are direct energy savings. Indirect energy savings are savings accrued from lower ambient temperatures (presuming a decrease in air conditioning use under cooler outdoor temperatures).",
  "subject": "Air",
  "references": [
    "Heat Island Effect Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/direct-and-indirect-energy-savings/"
}