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Renewable Resources

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025

Definition

Renewable resources are natural resources that can be replenished or regenerated over time, such as solar energy, wind power, and biomass. They are sustainable and have the ability to meet our needs without depleting the Earth's finite resources.