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'''Sustainable energy''' is the provision of [[energy]] such that it meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs. A broader interpretation may allow inclusion of [[fossil fuel]]s as transitional sources while technology develops, as long as new sources are developed for future generations to use. A narrower interpretation includes only energy sources which are not expected to be depleted in a time frame relevant to the human race, which can potentially also include [[nuclear power]] if it is utilized differently from the current manner. | '''Sustainable energy''' is the provision of [[energy]] such that it meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs. A broader interpretation may allow inclusion of [[fossil fuel]]s as transitional sources while technology develops, as long as new sources are developed for future generations to use. A narrower interpretation includes only energy sources which are not expected to be depleted in a time frame relevant to the human race, which can potentially also include [[nuclear power]] if it is utilized differently from the current manner. | ||
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Sustainable energy is the provision of energy such that it meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs. A broader interpretation may allow inclusion of fossil fuels as transitional sources while technology develops, as long as new sources are developed for future generations to use. A narrower interpretation includes only energy sources which are not expected to be depleted in a time frame relevant to the human race, which can potentially also include nuclear power if it is utilized differently from the current manner.
Sustainable energy sources are most often regarded as including all renewable sources, such as biofuels, solar power, wind power, wave power, geothermal power and tidal power. It usually also includes technologies that improve energy efficiency.
See also: Renewable energy