What is Renewables?

Renewables are sources of energy that are not based on fossil fuels. Renewables include solar, wind, hydro, and biomass.

Solar energy is the most common type of renewable energy.

Solar panels convert the sun's energy into electricity. Wind turbines use the wind to create energy. Hydroelectric power is generated when water is pumped from a river or lake and used to turn turbines.

Biomass is created when plants are burned to create energy.

What is Solar Energy? Solar energy is the most common type of renewable energy.

Solar panels convert the sun's energy into electricity.

Solar panels are installed on roofs or other places where they can collect sunlight. Electricity can then be used to power homes and businesses.

What is Wind Energy?

Wind turbines use the wind to create energy. Wind turbines are installed on farms, in rural areas, and on ocean coasts.

Electricity can be produced when wind turbines turn.

What is Hydroelectric Power? Hydroelectric power is generated when water is pumped from a river or lake and used to turn turbines.

The water turns the turbines and generates electricity.

What is Biomass Energy? Biomass is created when plants are burned to create energy.

Biomass is burned to produce heat, power, and transportation fuels.

Biomass is also burned to create biofuels.