### Question
How is the term distributed generation defined?


### Answer
The term **distributed generation** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 16197* as the following:

> an electric power generation technology, including photovoltaic, small wind, and micro-combined heat and power, that serves electric consumers at or near the site of production

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 16197*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 149-NATIONAL ENERGY POLICY AND PROGRAMS > SUBCHAPTER IX-RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT > Part A-Energy Efficiency**

