solar energy
noun
energy derived from the sun in the form of solar radiation.
Also called
solar.
Words nearby solar energy
solar constant,
solar cycle,
solar day,
solar eclipse,
solar elastosis,
solar energy,
solar flare,
solar furnace,
solar ganglion,
solar heating,
solar house
Example sentences from the Web for solar energy
The talk turned to heat-transfer mechanisms in the earth, and from there to the whole problem of solar-energy input and outflow.
The Flaming Mountain |Harold Leland Goodwin
British Dictionary definitions for solar energy
solar energy
noun
energy obtained from solar power
Scientific definitions for solar energy
solar energy
The radiant energy emitted by the Sun.
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. See also solar cell.
Cultural definitions for solar energy
solar energy
The energy the Earth receives from the sun, primarily as visible light and other forms of electromagnetic radiation. (See renewable resource.)
notes for solar energy
The term
solar energy often refers to processes that use this energy to generate heat or
electricity for human use. (
See
solar cells.)