Meaning & use
solar energy
Energy produced from the sun's radiation, often captured and converted using panels or mirrors.
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The house runs entirely on solar energy collected by panels on the roof.
Solar energy is a renewable resource that produces no direct greenhouse gas emissions.
A note on using this word
Often contrasted with fossil fuels as a clean, renewable alternative in discussions of energy policy.
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