Renewable Energy Sources

noun a form of energy resulting from the existence of charged particles (such as electrons or protons), either statically as an accumulation of charge or dynamically as a current

• The city relies on electric power to keep the lights on and the buildings running.
• I forgot to pay the electric bill, so now we're out of power.
• I'm gonna hook up my new speakers to the electric power and blast some tunes.
• Her charisma was like an electric power, drawing people in wherever she went.

noun vitality and intensity of expression

• Renewable energy sources are becoming increasingly popular as a way to combat climate change.
• I need to grab a coffee to boost my energy levels before the meeting.
• I'm feeling so low on energy, I could really use a pick-me-up.
• His enthusiasm and energy for the project were contagious, inspiring the whole team.

noun a material such as coal, gas, oil, or wood that is burned to produce heat or power

verb to supply or power with fuel

• The airline company uses jet fuel to power their airplanes.
• Make sure to fill up the car with fuel before we hit the road.
• I need to grab some gas to fuel up the car.
• Positive feedback can fuel motivation in the workplace.

noun a type of power source that uses the energy of flowing water to generate electricity

adjective relating to or produced by electricity generated by the movement of water

• The construction of a hydroelectric power plant requires careful planning and engineering.
• Have you ever visited a hydroelectric dam before? It's pretty impressive.
• I heard that hydroelectricity is the way to go for clean energy.
• Her ideas flowed like a hydroelectric river, generating power and inspiration for all.

noun a brownish deposit resembling soil, formed by the partial decomposition of vegetable matter in the wet acidic conditions of bogs and fens, often burned as fuel

• Peat is a type of organic matter that forms in waterlogged conditions.
• My grandparents used to burn peat for fuel in the winter.
• I heard peat is great for adding flavor to whiskey during the distillation process.
• The peat of her personality was evident in the way she held herself with quiet strength.

noun a type of algae that grows in the sea or ocean

• Seaweed is a type of marine algae that grows in the ocean.
• I found some cool seaweed while snorkeling at the beach.
• Let's grab some sushi with extra seaweed on top!
• The seaweed of doubt began to creep into her mind as she waited for the test results.

noun a type of watch or clock that is self-winding

adjective describing a mechanism that winds itself automatically, without external power

• The self-winding mechanism in the watch ensures it stays powered without needing manual winding.
• I love my self-winding watch because I never have to worry about winding it up every day.
• My self-winding watch is like magic, it just keeps itself going without me doing anything.
• Her self-winding personality always keeps her motivated and moving forward in life.

noun a cereal grass widely cultivated for its grain, which is used for food, fodder, and brewing

• Sorghum is a versatile crop that is often used as a grain for human consumption or as animal feed.
• I heard that sorghum is a good alternative to rice in some recipes.
• Let's grab some sorghum for the barbecue this weekend.
• The sorghum fields stretched out as far as the eye could see, a sea of golden waves.

noun the light or illumination from the sun

adjective describing the quality or characteristics of the light from the sun

• The plants in the greenhouse require a certain amount of sunlight to thrive.
• I love sitting outside in the sunlight, it always boosts my mood.
• Let's go catch some rays in the sunlight at the beach.
• Her smile was like a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day.

noun a starchy tuberous root that is an important food source in tropical regions

• Manioc, also known as cassava, is a starchy root vegetable commonly used in many cuisines around the world.
• Have you ever tried manioc fries? They're really delicious!
• I heard manioc is the new superfood that everyone is raving about.
• Just like manioc, sometimes you have to dig deep to uncover the true potential within yourself.

noun a type of fuel made from natural sources such as vegetable oil or animal fat, used as an alternative to traditional petroleum-based diesel

• Biodiesel is a renewable fuel made from vegetable oils or animal fats.
• Have you tried using biodiesel in your car yet?
• I heard biodiesel is the way to go if you want to be eco-friendly.
• Switching to biodiesel is like giving your car a healthy diet.