primary energy (B2)
noun phrase
Pronunciation: /ˈpraɪməri ˈɛndʒi/
Definition
Energy that has not been subjected to any conversion process, such as oil, natural gas, coal, nuclear, and renewable energy sources like solar and wind power.
Examples
The world's primary energy consumption is still dominated by fossil fuels.
Renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power, are becoming increasingly important as primary energy sources.
The country's energy policy aims to reduce its dependence on non-renewable primary energy sources.
How to Use primary energy
- primary energy source (noun phrase)
- the main source of energy for a country or region — "The country's primary energy source is coal."
- primary energy production (noun phrase)
- the production of energy directly from natural resources — "The company's primary energy production comes from its oil and gas fields."
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