Natural world
Energy
Electricity is one part of a much bigger energy story.
Electricity generation converts primary energy sources such as sunlight, moving water, wind or fuels into electrical energy.
A closer look
The picture, in three parts.
Source
Energy is available in a primary source.
Convert
Technology transforms it into electricity.
Deliver
A network connects generation with demand.
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