Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
Renewable energy refers to energy sources that can be replenished naturally within a human lifetime. These sources include solar power, wind power, hydropower, geothermal energy, and biomass.
Related terms
Solar power: Energy derived from sunlight using photovoltaic cells or solar thermal collectors.
Wind power: Energy generated from wind turbines by converting kinetic energy into electrical energy.