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Renewable energy

Definition:

Energy produced from sources that can be renewed indefinitely, for example, hydro-, solar, geothermal, and wind power, as well as sustainably produced biomass.

Source: FAO  Forests and energy glossary

Related words:

Biomass - Geothermal energy - Traditional biomass

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Translation(s):

Deutsch: Erneuerbare Energien (n)
Español: Energía renovable
Français: Energie renouvelable
Nederlands: Hernieuwbare energie

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