solar energy

American  

[soh-ler en-er-jee] / ˈsoʊ lər ˈɛn ər dʒi /

noun

1. energy derived from the sun in the form of solar radiation.

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solar energy British  

noun

1. energy obtained from solar power

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solar energy Scientific  

1. The radiant energy emitted by the Sun.

2. Energy derived from the Sun's radiation. Passive solar energy can be exploited through architectural design, as by positioning windows to allow sunlight to enter and help heat a space. Active solar energy involves the conversion of sunlight to electrical energy, especially in solar (photovoltaic) cells.

3. See also solar cell

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solar energy Cultural  

1. The energy the Earth receives from the sun, primarily as visible light and other forms of electromagnetic radiation. (See renewable resource.)

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The term solar energy often refers to processes that use this energy to generate heat or electricity for human use. (See solar cells.)

Example Sentences

Solar energy supporters said solar farms would cut bills, boost jobs, bolster energy security and tackle climate change.

From BBC • Sep. 9, 2025

Solar energy is widely considered one of the best ways to address climate change, by eliminating emissions that come from burning coal or natural gas to make electricity.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 7, 2025

Solar energy has bipartisan support for its role in energy independence, economic growth, and resiliency.

From Slate • Jul. 4, 2025

Solar energy – energy from the sun – is expected to become the most common way to produce electricity by 2050.

From NewsForKids.net • May 21, 2024

Solar energy into power on a utilitarian level.

From Martyr by Nourse, Alan Edward

Related Words

• solar power
• solar radiation