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Overview

Renewable energy refers to any energy source that is replenished through natural means. These energy sources can be derived from the Earth’s natural patterns and processes, including wind, rain, sunlight, tides, geothermal activity, and many more. Renewable energy is much less harmful to the environment than

Fossil fuel such as coal, oil, and natural gas are not renewable energy resources. In fact, fossil fuels are heavily damaging to the environment and one of the largest contributors to global warming.

( Types of Energy Solar Energy Solar energy is a renewable energy resource that involves to harvesting the sun’s energy. This energy can be harvested directly from solar panel’s and the energy can generate electricity for various commercial and industrial uses.

( Wind Energy Wind energy can be collected by using windmills or wind turbines. This wind energy is thereafter used to heat homes and such.