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energy generation
The technical process of converting primary energy sources such as coal, gas, wind, sun, or nuclear power into a form of energy usable by humans, usually electricity or heat.
Die Energiegewinnung aus erneuerbaren Quellen wie Wind und Sonne ist entscheidend für den Klimaschutz.
Energy generation from renewable sources such as wind and sun is crucial for climate protection.
This noun is composed of 'Energie' (energy) and 'Gewinnung' (extraction/generation). 'Gewinnung' is derived from the verb 'gewinnen' (to gain/win) and here means 'extraction' or 'generation'. So the word describes the process by which energy is 'gewonnen' (generated/obtained).
Die Gewinnung von Öl ist ein komplexer Prozess.
The extraction of oil is a complex process.
To name the source of the energy, the preposition 'aus' (from) is almost always used. People speak of 'Energiegewinnung aus' (energy generation from) a particular source.
Die Energiegewinnung aus Windkraft wird staatlich gefördert.
Energy generation from wind power is subsidized by the state.
'Energiegewinnung' (energy generation) is a technical term from the fields of technology, politics, and economics. You often find it in the news, scientific texts, and political discussions.
Im Physikunterricht sprachen wir über verschiedene Arten der Energiegewinnung.
In physics class, we talked about different types of energy generation.
energy supply
'Energieversorgung' and 'Energiegewinnung' both belong to the topic of energy, but they describe different steps. 'Energiegewinnung' means how energy from sources such as the sun, wind, gas, or coal is made usable. 'Energieversorgung' means that this energy reaches households, companies, or other consumers. This also includes transport and distribution. Learners may confuse the words because both appear in texts about electricity and heat. Put simply: first comes 'Energiegewinnung', then 'Energieversorgung'.
Bei der Arbeit spricht du mit der Kollegin über Energiegewinnung durch Windkraft.
At work, you talk with your colleague about energy generation through wind power.
Nach dem Sturm war die Energieversorgung in mehreren Dörfern unterbrochen.
After the storm, the energy supply was interrupted in several villages.