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.
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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. |