What Do Organisms Need Energy For
Organisms cannot create their own energy. Producers can make their own food, but the energy itself comes from the sun.

Where do organisms usually obtain energy?

Organisms obtain energy from the food they consume. The food consumed by the organisms undergo cellular respiration as a result of which energy is released.

Do organisms require some kind of energy for the performance of life processes If yes what is the source of that energy?

The source of energy is the food that we consume. … This energy is in the form of ATP. So, the organisms require the same kind of energy i.e. ATP for the performance of life processes.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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