Which among the given is the 2nd largest source of global energy -

[ A ] Renewable Energy
[ B ] Fossil fuel
[ C ] Nuclear Energy
[ D ] None of these

Answer : Option A

Explanation :

Renewable Energy.Data for 2013 shows that renewable electricity generation overtook natural gas to become the 2nd largest source of electricity worldwide producing 22% of total electricity or 5,130 TWh. Fossil fuels remained the bedrock of global electricity production with more than two-3rds (about 67%) of the total. Some of the sources of renewable energy are: solar power, wind power, wave & tidal power, geothermal power, biomass & hydro power.

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