Glossary of Terms

Acronyms and Abbreviations

Units of measure

The following definitions reflect those used by the International Energy Agency (IEA); definitions used by other organisations and publications may vary.


A - B - C - D - E - F - G - H - I - J - K - L - M - N - O - P - Q - R - S - T - U - V - W - X - Y - Z


R.

renewable energy

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