### Question
How is the "associated equipment" defined?


### Answer
The term **associated equipment** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 16195* as follows -

> equipment located where the batteries will be used that is necessary to enable the use of the energy stored in the batteries

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 16195*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 149-ENERGY POLICY, 2005 > SUBCHAPTER IX-RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT > Part A-Energy Efficiency**

