OCS Applied Science: Renewable Energy Vocabulary (M2.L2)

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Energy that comes from the force of moving water

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Hydropower: A renewable energy source generated from the movement of water, typically through dams or rivers.

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Able to be created again

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Renewable: Resources that can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar, wind, and hydropower.

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The act of making something (a product) from raw materials

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Manufacture: The process of converting raw materials into finished goods, often in large quantities.

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Energy from the sun

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Solar Energy: Energy harnessed from sunlight, which can be converted into electricity or heat.

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Harmful substances in the air, water, or soil

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Pollutants: Contaminants that can cause harm to the environment and living organisms.

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Energy generated from wind using turbines

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Wind Energy: A renewable energy source that converts wind movement into electricity.

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The process of converting sunlight into electricity using solar panels

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Photovoltaics: Technology that allows for the direct conversion of sunlight into electrical energy.

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Natural resources that cannot be replaced once used up

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Nonrenewable: Resources such as fossil fuels that are finite and will deplete over time.

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The greenhouse effect caused by excessive carbon dioxide in the atmosphere

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Climate Change: Long-term changes in temperature and weather patterns, often attributed to human activities.

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A system that uses natural processes to generate energy

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Biomass: Organic material that comes from plants and animals, used as a renewable energy source.