De zonne-energie
Example: De zonne-energie helpt huizen warm te houden in de winter.
Definition
"De zonne-energie" refers to the energy harnessed from the sun's rays, which can be converted into heat or electricity. It is a renewable and sustainable source of power used to provide warmth, generate electricity, and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
Etymology
The term "de zonne-energie" comes from Dutch, combining "zon" meaning sun and "energie" meaning energy. The concept reflects humanity's long-standing interest in utilizing the sun's power, dating back to ancient times when sunlight was used for warmth and drying. 'Zonne-energie' became common with the development of solar technology in the 20th century.
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"De zonne-energie" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Energy - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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