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It is a common error, since <strong>energy efficiency<\/strong> refers to a better use of the energy resources of our installation with a sustainable approach.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Effectiveness<\/strong> can be defined as the attainment of a goal or result, regardless of the achievement of a better use of resources when attaining that goal or whether the results affect production processes or not.<\/p>\n<p>In turn, <strong>efficiency<\/strong> is defined as the relationship between resources used and the results or goals achieved. Consequently, efficiency is achieved when we use fewer resources to attain a goal or achieve better results with the same resources.<\/p>\n<h5>&#8220;Therefore, we can be effective but not efficient, and vice versa. 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