Concept information

energy > energy type > renewable energy

Preferred term

renewable energy  

Definition

  • Energy derived from natural processes (e.g. sunlight and wind) that are replenished at a faster rate than they are consumed. Solar, wind, geothermal, hydro, and some forms of biomass are common sources of renewable energy.

Broader concept

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URI

http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept/15271

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